33: Depression - You just feel empty and don’t know why
This week we’re joined by fellow podcaster Terry McGuire to revisit depression. We compare our experiences, talk when to get help and just how common this condition is. But it is also one of the most treatable mental illnesses and Terry shares some brilliant insight into what’s worked for her. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own men...
46m Nov 01, 2018
46m
32: Social Media - Sometimes I just scroll and cry
This week we are joined by the lovely Fiona Thomas who wrote a book all about how social media influenced her mental health journey. We discuss the pitfalls of comparing yourselves to others online, how real our online selves really are and whether social media is bringing us closer together or just making us feel isolated when we’re at our worst. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby ...
43m Oct 24, 2018
43m
31: Speaking up - A powerful way of owning your health and rejecting stigma
This week we focus on speaking up about mental health and how empowering this was for guest Lily Asch when she did so very publicly via a TED Talk at University. She now runs storytelling sessions to empower others to talk publicly about their lives, in doing so they learn how to better express and understand themselves. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrive...
45m Oct 17, 2018
45m
30: Growing up in care - I just wanted to feel safe and loved
In this weeks episode we cover a factor in mental health that can have a colossal impact on the lives of young people with inspirational guest Rev Mark Edward MBE. He talks us through how his turbulent upbringing lead to mental illness and being sectioned, then how we was able to overcome those dark times. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managin...
55m Oct 10, 2018
55m
29: Medication - I don’t feel bad about it
This week we cover what can often be a divisive topic and try to unpick just what causes this. We are joined by self care and self love campaigner Olivia Callaghan to cover pros and cons of medication with how this has influenced her personal mental health journey. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Every Thursday we...
43m Oct 03, 2018
43m
28: Student Mental Health - University (part 2)
With young people across the UK heading off to University join us for the last of our two part ‘Student Mental Health’ miniseries. This week we’re focusing on university with mental health campaigner and medical student Jenny Pewsey. Both her and Bobby share personal stories of their time at Uni, what lead to them both leaving with Jenny returning this year.
1hr 19m Sep 27, 2018
1hr 19m
27: Student Mental Health - School (part 1)
With Children across the UK now back at school for a new year join us for the first in our two part ‘Student Mental Health’ miniseries. This week we’re focusing on schools with educator Emma Burdett who through theatre and interactive workshops teaches young people about mental health.
45m Sep 19, 2018
45m
26: Schizophrenia - In this reality the enemy is in your own head
Join us for this bitesized episode on one of the most misunderstood mental illnesses including first hand insight from writer William Jiang. Hear shocking statistics, learn about just how debilitating this condition can be but also how this week’s guest overcame these obstacles to write a staggering number of books.
33m Sep 12, 2018
33m
24: Anxiety & Depression - It’s like being scared and tired at the same time
This week we cover a topic that can make mental illness twice as complicated, having a dual diagnosis. This is something Bobby deals with so knows only to well how the conditions can influence and trigger each other in new and not so exciting ways.
40m Aug 29, 2018
40m
23: Borderline Personality Disorder - You can't trust your own emotions
This week we’re joined by friend of the podcast and fierce mental health campaigner Sarah Cardwell. We get into her experiences of mental illness growing up and managing borderline personality disorder now with how these experiences inform her approach to parenting.
40m Aug 22, 2018
40m
22: Stigma & Stereotypes - It’s what we’re all here to squash with Lucy Nichol
For a taste of the very core in what this podcast is all about look no further than this very special episode all about stigma. Press play for a great discussion as we dismantle some of the ridiculous steriotypes that surround mental illness with writer Lucy Nichol. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Every Thursday ...
43m Aug 16, 2018
43m
21: Postnatal Depression - All I felt was an impending sense of doom
We were so inspired to learning about how this week’s guest overcame postnatal depression and went on to launch a mental health themed card range with Funky Pigeon that launched in Mental Health Awareness Week this year. Amy Steel’s story is incredibly honest and insightful so press play to delve right in.
48m Aug 08, 2018
48m
20: Counselling - The power of being heard
This week we have our first counsellor on the Podcast to share experience from the other side and break down some of the reasons people don’t get the help they need. We also touch on Gráinne’s experience growing up in Ireland during ‘The Troubles’ and how her early experiences lead to her becoming a counsellor.
43m Aug 01, 2018
43m
19: Fibromyalgia - You can’t see it. But I sure can feel it
This week’s guest is one of the Mental Family. Podcast assistant Annie Harris joins us to share her experiences of Fibromyalgia and how this has affected her mental health. She’s a shining example of learning to deal with health issues whether mental or physical whilst being a productivity superstar.
40m Jul 25, 2018
40m
18: Social Anxiety - You don’t go to the party, but you want to
We’re joinined this week by the illustrious podcaster, writer and clinical psychologist Dr Ellen Hendriksen to hear her expertise on social anxiety. Press play for heaps of personal insight and professional tips from Ellen.
46m Jul 18, 2018
46m
17: Bipolar - Like a roller coaster, you don’t always see the highs or lows coming
Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Every Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that influences the mind and how to better manage it.
44m Jul 11, 2018
44m
16: Shame - You learn to smile and hide how you really feel
This week we’re stepping into the common experience of hiding mental illness and the shame so many feel around it with two very personal stories. This week you’re getting twice the guests for maximum insight as we work to break down stigma so we can all feel a bit more comfortable speaking up for how we really feel.
53m Jul 05, 2018
53m
15: Anxiety - The thoughts are irrational but they feel very real
This week we’re covering one of the most common mental health conditions but sadly that doesn’t save it from misunderstanding or stigma. In this episode which Bobby found one of the most moving yet our guest Sam Hearne delves into how best to support those with anxiety and how she turned that very thing that was holding her back into her life’s work.
49m Jun 27, 2018
49m
14: Self Esteem - Loving yourself isn't vanity. It's Sanity.
This week Bobby sits down with the delightful Grace Barrett. With a healthy dose of humour she shares the journey of building up her self worth and how that lead to her current work. Grace runs the Self Esteem Team with her friend and general 'everything' Nadia as they tour around schools teaching young people about mental health, body confidence and of course self esteem.
49m Jun 20, 2018
49m
13: ADHD - I was told it’s just the hormones
This week it’s all about ADHD with musician and spoken word artist Emy Parsons including how much of a factor gender can often be in getting diagnosed. Having started showing symptoms from a young age Emy shares how she now thrives whilst managing her mental health.
39m Jun 13, 2018
39m
11: Body Confidence - It's about how you think not how you look
Having been a guest The Body Confidence Podcast with the wonderful Rebekah Buege she's now part of our show all the way from Minnesota USA. Get comfy and lay into whatever you damn well feel like eating. Then press play to join us a we deconstruct our journeys to body confidence including how to keep away the social pressures we can all feel.
41m May 30, 2018
41m
10: Music - It really became the catalyst for my recovery
The rapper Fisky drops by to chat with Bobby on all things music as a factor in mental health recovery. He runs events that discuss mental health through spoken word and music to provide the young people the safe space he never had growing up. We also delve into addiction and grief in what makes for a fascinating conversation and one you won't soon forget.
53m May 23, 2018
53m
9: Anorexia - There's nothing glamorous about it 🎞 Archive Episode
In this episode Bobby talks to his guest about anorexia and puts into words for the first time on the show how body image influences his mental health. Join us as we try to unpack the complex world of eating disorders and take down some of the unhealthy pressures society places on how we look.
1m May 16, 2018
1m
8: OCD - I felt like I'd been given a broken brain 🎞 Archive Episode
Having spent the last week listening exclusively to Lily's audiobook Bobby tried to suppress his inner fan-girl and not make it weird how much he now knows about her life. Luckily the result is a fascinating insight into the life of someone who has been dealing with OCD for as long as she can remember as we try to tare down some of the stereotypes that tend to reduce OCD down to just being tidy.
1m May 09, 2018
1m
7: Government Policy - It's more complicated than it seems 🎞 Archive Episode
Lee Dargue from the Liberal Democrats drops by to talk about how government policy and perception is changing around mental health. He also shares his experience of bulling and how that shaped his body image growing up. Oh and for those who like something a bit more controversial we touch on the implications of drug legalisation.
1m May 02, 2018
1m
6: Accessing Support - It's their job, they won't freak out 🎞 Archive Episode
This weeks guest Emma Carrington joins us after a busy day working at charity Rethink Mental Illness to talk about issues around accessing support for mental health. There really is wall to wall insight in this episode and people like Emma and the charity she's part of give us such hope for the future of mental health support.
1m Apr 25, 2018
1m
5: Sexuality/Gender - Can’t you just pick one already 🎞 Archive Episode
This week we delve into mental health in the LGBT community and try to unpack why they are more likely to be affected by it. We get into our own relationship with gender and sexuality including some of the ways that even in 2018 people can be all to frequently marginalised.
1m Apr 11, 2018
1m
4: Autism - But you don't look autistic 🎞 Archive Episode
This week explores how Autism Spectrum Disorder influences mental health with special guest Clara Asmussen who travelled all the way from... well she's Bobby's flatmate, so just down the hall. For insight into living with dual mental health and Autism diagnoses just press play.
1m Apr 04, 2018
1m
3: Addiction - It does happen to people you know 🎞 Archive Episode
First Interview ! This week we interview the oh so talented rapper Charles Edison about his experience overcoming addiction, spending time in rehab and dip into some of how gender can influence mental health. There is loads of support out there, so do seek support if you or someone close are struggling with addiction.
57m Mar 28, 2018
57m
2: Depression - No we don’t just need to cheer up 🎞 Archive Episode
Diving into the world of depression this week, we get into our own steps towards recovery, how to notice those sneaky symptoms and manage the bad days. You are never alone, check out our website for loads of great resources and reach out to those around you for support.
1m Mar 22, 2018
1m
1: Time to get Mental (Health) 🎞 Archive Episode
Join us as we get into our mental journeys, from our first diagnosis to starting the podcast. Lets crush the stigma together, with more open conversations, more honesty and lots of laughter!
1m Mar 15, 2018
1m
Trailer - What to expect from Mental Podcast
What is this podcast and why is the title so damn long. Join Bobby Temps & Dani Hogan as we try to explain just that in under a minute. We hope to entice you to join our growing army of Mentalists (listeners). Together let’s end the stigma !
46s Mar 08, 2018
46s