Mental Health Matters
Mental Health Matters is back — now as a podcast from Feb 2026.Due to popular demand, our TV show returns in audio form, bringing powerful conversations about mental health and wellbeing straight to your ears. Created and hosted by psychologist Dr Audrey Tang, and expanding on her Retrain Your Brain and The Wellbeing Lounge podcasts, Mental Health Matters goes beyond surface-level talk to deliver insight that’s practical, human, and genuinely transformative.Each episode features expert-led conversations and reflections with practitioners at the top of their field, alongside real lived experiences that inform, connect, and motivate. Expect evidence-based tools, fresh perspectives, and...
Addressing our use of Social Media
There’s always discussion and always debate on social media – but perhaps we need to accept that we WILL use it, it HAS a place, however if what we are then consuming is affecting us, there are some aspects of it which we might need to cut down on. Nina Hobson of Barefoot Coaching joins us to address the nuances of the topic.
About the Show
Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on LinkedIn and YouTube, with the podcast released on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.
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Wellbeing for Entrepreneurs
One area of workplace wellbeing that is not spoken about enough is those running micro-businesses or starting out as freelancer and entrepreneurs. When you have an organisational structure with policies and interventions, wellbeing is (theoretically) easier to maintain, but what about that person who IS the business…who can’t say no because they are just starting out…who can’t afford a team and are juggling all plates themselves? This is a really insightful conversation with Stress Consultant (and entrepreneur) Felicia Jones with actionable tools for wellness.
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Unpacking the expectations placed on women
While originally planned as a show exploring the social media concept of the “trad wife” – the conversation with fabulous Stress Consultant Felicia Jones (a Mental Health Matters regular) moved to looking at the many (and often unhelpful) messages that women receive consciously or unconsciously about who they “should be” and how they “should behave”…and importantly, how to say “NO MORE” – and celebrate one’s own authenticity!
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Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on LinkedIn and YouTube, with the podcast released on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.
Wherever you...
Living Radiantly After Burnout
The Radiant Living Institute, founded by Dr Sheetal Ajmani is a space for women to rediscover themselves. Dr Sheetal’s own experience of burnout as a clinician giving her all to her patients and organisation has taught her that it is possible to maintain performance excellence in balance with self-care and investment in our own energies. This is an uplifting conversation with practical ideas and tools that can be put into practice right away.
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Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on LinkedIn and YouTube, with the podca...
Redefining Excellence for Disaffected Children
“As a dad I needed someone to advocate for me…” and that is why Rex Ovire founded “Redefining Excellence” working with schools and parents to navigate a system which isn’t always supportive to the individual needs of young people. This is a moving and powerful conversation, and Rex’s work is inspiring and practical – to learn more about him and his approach: https://rexovire.com/
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Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on LinkedIn and YouTube, with the podcast released on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.
Wherever you lis...
The Benefits of (functional) chocolate
We’ve heard the rumours – chocolate can be good for you – and we’re investigating that claim. Today’s guest is Carole Armitage founder of 80Noir Ultra who talks about how she utilises the functional benefits of chocolate in her products, and takes us on an in-depth journey into how our body responds to cacao – rather than the type in your packaged Easter Eggs!!
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Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on LinkedIn and YouTube, with the podcast released on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.
Then on Friday a...
Re-Box ing HR (what all SMEs need to know!)
Natalie Ellis, founder of Rebox HR joins us this week to explain the importance of HR, especially for SMEs, and how the role needs to adapt in this modern working culture. It’s a fascinating discussion about the situations that can come to HR, which many are not yet equipped to deal with, and Natalie offers helpful suggestions and insights which demonstrate the value of a specialist, and fit for purpose HR department.
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Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on LinkedIn and YouTube, with the podcast rele...
Unpacking Co-dependency
A co-dependent relationship may not necessarily be abusive, but it can be extremely unhappy for both parties as neither is able to grow. Hayley Wardle, CEO of Link to Change, award-winning Bedfordshire Charity joins us to understand how it happens, what it looks like, and what we can do about it.
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Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on LinkedIn and YouTube, with the podcast released on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.
Then on Friday at 8am (until the end of August), you’ll also recei...
CASEBOOK: Pageant Power
THE LAST OF OUR BONUS EPISODES
Pageant Queen – currently Ms Glamour, Sussex Carolina Reinhardt speaks about how Pageants brought back her confidence, and gave her a platform to promote her passion for education and supporting people at grassroots level.
Our CASEBOOK podcasts are previous recordings on a theme or topic – This month, our final month of bonus episodes is about living our best life
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Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on LinkedIn and YouTube, with the podcast released on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.
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Power, Control, Influence and Sex
It’s a double with TEDx speaker and Sex Therapist Madina Demirbas – so check out last week’s discussion on “Desire” as well if you can’t get enough of our fabulous guest!! This week we look at how Sex, Power, Control and Influence are related and utilised – in both healthy and unhealthy ways.
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Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on LinkedIn and YouTube, with the podcast released on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.
Then on Friday at 8am (until the end of August), you’ll also recei...
CASEBOOK: Motivational Speaking after losing his Sight
Poet and speaker Carl Peach joins us to share his professional journey after losing his sight. He reflects on how writing helped him express and process his experiences, and talks of how he encourages others to write, and raise their voices. He also shares some of his poetry.
Our CASEBOOK podcasts are previous recordings on a theme or topic – This month, our final month of bonus episodes is about living our best life
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Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on LinkedIn and YouTube, with the podcast rele...
Exploring Desire
We’ve got our fabulous TEDx speaker and Sex Therapist Madina Demirbas back in the studio and today’s topic is desire…what and who are we attracted to, …why, and what can we do about it when it’s “off limits”, or perhaps considered “unusual” by general society? It’s a fascinating, open, and ever helpful, discussion.
About the Show
Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on LinkedIn and YouTube, with the podcast released on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.
Then on Friday at 8am (until the end of August), you...
CASEBOOK: Creating a charity for the community
BBC Presenter, Singer and Actor Andy Pierce had a dream of starting a Mental Health advocacy charity blending nature with wellness – and not only did he achieve that…but The Pierce Perspective has now won community awards for its innovative spaces which bring the community together through planting, growing, and getting outside. It’s an inspirational chat.
Our CASEBOOK podcasts are previous recordings on a theme or topic – This month, our final month of bonus episodes is about living our best life
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Each Thursday...
The Two Counties Film Festival and Mental Health
A very special one-off episode as Dr Audrey meets Iago Mongomery Jarvis, award-winning film maker, actor and founder of the 2 Counties Film Festival. He speaks out his time in the film industry – and shares his personal (and sometimes painful) story of how he got there, as well as talks about what is needed to thrive within the creative industries today.
Plus, learn all about the 2CIFF – happening next weekend!!!
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Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on LinkedIn and YouTube, with th...
CASEBOOK: Live Intentionally
How do we “live our best life”? Sometimes we just need to be intentional about what we are doing, why we are doing it and who we are doing it with. Life is so fast these days that running on auto-pilot sometimes means the days disappear but you feel nothing really gets done…so Coach Nina Hobson challenges us to think about where we want to get to…and start in that direction, with purpose, one step at a time.
Our CASEBOOK podcasts are previous recordings on a theme or topic – This month, our final month...
What does aging well look like?
This is quite an interesting question because we are seeing a lot of uber-fit seniors these days – the 75 year olds running marathons, or the weightlifting pensioners…and while this is absolutely wonderful, for someone who isn’t running marathons at the age of 40…this might feel unattainable…so what do we aspire to when it comes to aging well? This is the question we put to psychologist, author and column writer Dr Denise Taylor – and it’s a joyful conversation. And by the way…we fell over, we didn’t “have a fall” (always!)
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BETWEEN SESSIONS – Nice doesn’t just happen
Between sessions is when Dr Audrey reflects on what has been going on during the week – and this week it’s about how to keep things “NICE”…what I mean by that is, sometimes, when things feel really great to be a part of, we don’t always think about who made it that way…and without appreciation, recognition or support, some of those things might just slip away!
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Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on LinkedIn and YouTube, with the podcast released on Spotify, Apple Po...
Showing Up, Self Criticism & Discipline
While we know that a critical voice can be very unhelpful, sometimes we need to have a firm word with ourselves. Jono Poon, speaker, consultant and The Man Cave Ambassador joins us to reflect on his physical training and how that provides a healthy metaphor for showing up for yourself.
About the Show
Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on LinkedIn and YouTube, with the podcast released on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.
Then on Friday at 8am (until the end of Augus...
BETWEEN SESSIONS – What’cha gonna do when the chips are down?
Between sessions is when Dr Audrey reflects on what has been going on during the week – and this week what happens when you can’t do any more? “The Chips are down” is a term more commonly used to describe a time things aren’t going well, BUT it’s original meaning is – when you’ve done all you can (the chips are played) now what? And when it comes to customer service, while it might not be your fault – it could well be your problem to solve. What happens when things have gone awry – and often out of your control – is often...
Changing the Mental Health Narrative for Children
It’s important to bring mental health language into schools – however, how do you keep it age-appropriate and meaningful? Dee Nixon founder of Hope4LifeNI and Nadia Lawrence have developed “Uberheroes” – a comic book where children explore the traits of the heroes and villains, create their own stories – and their own characters, as well as discuss the stories with teachers, parents and each other.
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Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on LinkedIn and YouTube, with the podcast released on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.
Then on Friday at 8am...
BETWEEN SESSIONS – Look up and see the glimmers
Between sessions is when Dr Audrey reflects on what has been going on during the week – and this week it’s about the importance of connecting in real life. Life isn’t always about “joy” and “thriving” and the extremes of emotion – even positive…sometimes we need to focus on the little day-to-day things that make us smile…even a little – so this episode encourages you to look up and see the glimmers…the small things, the little moment…and noticing more of those can turn into a much bigger impact.
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Brain training for professionals
We tend to recognise that professional athletes use brain training for peak performance, but can we benefit from similar practices day to day? We are joined by Brain Performance Coach Iaia Colella who explains just how we can do this!
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Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on LinkedIn and YouTube, with the podcast released on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.
Then every Friday at 8am, you’ll also receive a bonus podcast episode - a carefully selected recent conversation offering practical insight and t...
BETWEEN SESSIONS – Can a chat bot be a relationship substitute?
Between sessions is when Dr Audrey reflects on what has been going on during the week – and this week it’s about the importance of connecting in real life. Related to last week on the need for more connection IRL, this week, Dr Audrey considers the impact of chat bots and whether they can ever be a true substitute for a relationship.
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Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on LinkedIn and YouTube, with the podcast released on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.
Then eve...
The Impact of Bullying at work
One of the hardest conversations on the show – and reveals the full impact that bullying and toxicity in the workplace can have on a person…we are grateful to award-winning Film maker, and dancer Katherine Luna Gate for sharing her experiences and how they still affect her, although she is putting in the work to process.
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Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on LinkedIn and YouTube, with the podcast released on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.
Then every Friday at 8am, you’ll also receive...
BETWEEN SESSIONS – Less Content More Connection
Between sessions is when Dr Audrey reflects on what has been going on during the week – and this week it’s about the importance of connecting in real life. There is so much content, and yes, we get that this is part of that continuous channel of information – but we need to make time to talk…really talk, face-to-face too!
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Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on LinkedIn and YouTube, with the podcast released on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.
Then every Friday at 8a...
Building Care and Respect for our bodies (of all sizes)
This is one of the most eye-opening discussions we’ve had on our show. We’re joined by Dr Kat Schneider of the Centre for Appearance Research to discuss the importance of appreciating and celebrating Body Diversity, and Body functionality…and why living in a larger body is not something to have to explain! Plus – she explores why health interventions at the individual level are not enough.
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Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on LinkedIn and YouTube, with the podcast released on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.
<...CASEBOOK: Workplace Matters – Team Dynamics
Building a thriving team isn’t a case of “one strategy fits all” – it can depend on the organisational purpose, resources and context – which is why we’re delighted to discuss the topic from different angles with Flora Nicholson. Join the discussion.
Our CASEBOOK podcasts are previous recordings on a theme or topic – today we chat with Flora Nicholson who brings experience from C-Suite to third sector in how we can create the team culture that thrives.
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Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on Link...
How Childhood experience affects adult behaviour
So much of Dr Gus Chaves’ consultative work as a clinical hypnotherapist and medical GP has been about helping adults reconnect with their inner child…and in this episode we focus on how some of our adult patterns are set down in childhood – for good or for bad. This isn’t about blame, but about recognising how what we do affects those that see it.
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Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on LinkedIn and YouTube, with the podcast released on Spotify, Apple Podca...
CASEBOOK - Workplace Matters: What are Employers looking for?
What skills are employers looking for in 2026? And what happens if you don’t have what the job description says? Tune in and you’ll find that sometimes what you’ve been doing as a carer, or a navigator for your parents might be just what an organisation needs. Join the discussion.
Our CASEBOOK podcasts are previous recordings on a theme or topic – today we chat with Business Psychologist and Career Coach, Yinka Adesina.
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Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on LinkedIn and YouTube, with the podcast rele...
Integrative Therapy
Rather than the “standard” CBT, psychoanalysis, or person-centred as clear “types” of therapy; Therapy has been moving towards a more integrative approach – and Francesca Francis who is working and training in the field, shares her experiences and why this approach is important as the field becomes more inclusive. She also talks about research she’s working on with regards to the effects of social media on young people.
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Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on LinkedIn and YouTube, with the podcast released on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.
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CASEBOOK: Workplace Matters – Employability Skills
How good is your CV – and what if you don’t have the skills that are on the job description? Don’t worry because there are so many transferrable skills that you might have, as well as ways of positioning your experience favourably. Join the discussion.
Our CASEBOOK podcasts are previous recordings on a theme or topic – today we chat with Ruki Khanum of Venture Helpers
About the Show
Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on LinkedIn and YouTube, with the podcast released on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.
Then ev...
Wellbeing for Female Entrepreneurs
As experts in emotional (and often invisible) labour, women often face different problems in entrepreneurship compared to men – and not only is it wonderful to welcome back Dr Hayley Lewis to address those issues, as well as what to do about them – but explore the area further as it was the subject of her PhD research!
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Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on LinkedIn and YouTube, with the podcast released on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.
Then every Friday at 8am, you’ll also receive...
CASEBOOK: Workplace Matters – Women’s Rights At Work
Knowing your rights seems straightforward, but when you start work you don’t often have time to go through all the procedures and policies – and even then some may be out of date. We speak with HR Consultant and Coach Amanda Connolly of Pause and Empower who reminds us of what we are entitled to ask for at work.
Our CASEBOOK podcasts are previous recordings on a theme or topic – today we chat with Amanda Connolly, HR consultant.
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Each Thursday...
Working Through Menopause
Today we share the lived experiences of Madhu Kapoor who founded “M for Menopause” to help other women within her community understand and voice their menopause symptoms and struggles – as well as receive support. Menopause happens, and workplaces are yet to catch up – so it’s important to remember you have a voice and to ask for what you need.
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Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on LinkedIn and YouTube, with the podcast released on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.
Then every Friday...
BETWEEN SESSIONS: The Unbearable darkness of Potential
Between sessions is a short reflective podcast from Dr Audrey Tang where she addresses a different topic that has been playing on her mind – with a practical challenge at the end to boot.
You see it, we all see it – the person you’re helping doesn’t seem to see it…but that’s the thing…YOU are NOT THEM, and no matter how much potential someone has, if they are not willing to use it (in the way you want!!) – that is absolutely their rightI!! Meet the person where they are…support, but don’t bulldoze!
If you enjoy this...
Long Covid
So much is still misunderstood about Long Covid and how it impacts people today…and because the effects are not always visible, this can trigger shaming behaviours from those who don’t understand. We speak to Founder of First Aid for Feelings Thor A Rain who brings their insights into not just what is happening in our bodies, but how we can manage our symptoms (and the behaviours of others!)
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Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on LinkedIn and YouTube, with the podcast released on Spotify, Apple...
BETWEEN SESSIONS: Be honest with your intentions
Between sessions is a short reflective podcast from Dr Audrey Tang where she addresses a different topic that has been playing on her mind – with a practical challenge at the end to boot.
What’s the REAL reason we do something!? There is a difference between reaching out to connect and reaching out for validation or attention…and people can tell. Saying that, if your intention IS simply validation or attention – have at it!!
If you enjoy this style – try her podcast: Retrain Your Brain for Success – it’s a couple of years old now, bu...
What does an expert witness do?
With so much Court TV it’s easy to think the Expert Witness psychologist is a glamourous job…while it can certainly be pivotal to cases, Dr Maja Jankowska joins us to talk about the reality of the role, and the importance of doing the job well because of the life changing consequences it carries.
About the Show
Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on LinkedIn and YouTube, with the podcast released on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.
Then every Friday at 8am, you’ll also...
BETWEEN SESSIONS: What kind of friend are you?
Between sessions is a short reflective podcast from Dr Audrey Tang where she addresses a different topic that has been playing on her mind – with a practical challenge at the end to boot.
This week , while we all know what we want in a friend – and how we feel when we don’t get it…do we actually consider what sort of friend WE are and what WE are actually willing to give?
If you enjoy this style – try her podcast: Retrain Your Brain for Success – it’s a couple of years old now, but she still pract...
Photo Therapy: When confidence is a legacy
If you are confident you model confidence to others, but sometimes you can’t see the sparkle that’s inside because life has dulled it. EPA Photo therapy help you to see the beauty within, making it so visible that YOU can see it too.
About the Show
Each Thursday at 4pm, we broadcast on LinkedIn and YouTube, with the podcast released on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.
Then every Friday at 8am, you’ll also receive a bonus podcast episode - a carefully selected recent co...
