Heart Full, Mind Heavy

Christmas is four weeks away which is both loads of time and absolutely no time at all. 

We’re chatting slow starts, over-ambitious lists, mini panics, early school events, and that feeling of “I really should start shopping.” 

A relatable warm-up to the season ahead. 

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When Alex’s husband Ryan decided to take on The Knowledge, the famously gruelling test required to become a licensed London black cab driver, he had no idea how deeply it would test his patience, focus, and resilience. 

In this honest conversation, Alex and Debs sit down with Ryan to explore why he chose this unique path, what it took to get through years of studying every street in London, and how the process affected his mental health, family life, and sense of purpose.

We’ll hear about the challenges, the breakthroughs, and what life looks...

In this episode, we chat with Jessie Laute about the transformative power of breathwork. How it changed her own life and how she’s now using it to support others. Jesse shares her inspiring journey and her work with School Breathe, a project dedicated to bringing mindfulness and breath awareness into schools.

Her mission? To create a grounded, mindful, and empowered generation equipped to thrive through life’s challenges.

Join us as we explore how something as simple as the breath can become a powerful tool for calm, focus, and emotional wellbeing.

To get...

This week, we’re joined by the amazing Laura Brunton founder & CEO of Laura Brunton Coaching. Laura shares her journey from the fast-paced world of corporate life to building a successful coaching business built on one powerful message: no woman left behind.

We talk about the leap from security to self-employment, what it’s really like working with your husband, and the lessons she’s learned helping women step into their confidence and purpose.

It’s a chat full of honesty, laughs, and empowerment the perfect reminder that it’s never too late to rewrite your story...

In this episode of Heart Full, Mind Heavy Alex & Debs chat with guest & author Paul Glazebrook. Paul wrote the book Been Nowhere, Done Nothing, which tells the story of his life in the army - the highs, the lows, and everything in between.

Paul opens up about his experiences in service, the reality of male mental health, and what pushed him to put his story down on paper. We’ll also chat about why sharing our stories matters, and how Paul hopes to inspire and empower others to find their own voice too.

It’s raw...

This week we’re keeping it light with a quick-fire round of midlife realities. From the mystery of morning routines, leggings as a lifestyle, and the dreaded 'what's for dinner question'. Tech fails, beauty blunders, and why clean bedding now feels weirdly exciting. Listen as Debs quizzes Alex on the teen slang now being used! 

Think of this episode as a snapshot of what life really looks like as you get older: a bit chaotic, a bit ridiculous, and totally relatable. Because sometimes the best therapy is laughing at the madness together.

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In this powerful episode, Debs and her husband/our producer Andy open up about Andy’s PTSD diagnosis in 2019 and the journey they’ve faced together since. 

From the shock of the early days to the long road of treatment and healing, they share the raw realities of living with PTSD - not just for the person diagnosed, but for the partner walking alongside them.

Debs talks openly about the often-overlooked role of the supporter, the lack of resources available, and the hidden toll it can take. Together, they reflect on the challenges, the lessons, and t...

As the school holidays draw to a close, we’re sitting down to unpack the highs, lows, and everything in between. From the chaos of juggling work and kids to the little golden moments that made it worthwhile, this debrief is our honest take on surviving the summer stretch. 

Join us for laughs, lessons learned, and a big sigh of relief as we look ahead to the fresh start of September. 

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This week we’re swapping the chaos of daily life for the chaos of… packing. From what not to forget, to keeping kids (and yourself) sane on holiday, we’re sharing our favourite tips for making travel a little less stressful and a lot more enjoyable. Whether you’re a list-maker or a last-minute crammer, this short and sunny check-in is your reminder that holidays are about memories, not perfection. 

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With our holidays just around the corner, we're squeezing in a quick North/South catch-up. From frantic last-minute prep to slowing down just enough to enjoy it, we share where life's at, what's on the horizon, and the usual mix of honesty and humour. 

A short check-in to keep you company (and sane 😂).

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This week, Debs & Alex are recording separately as they juggle the chaos and calm of the summer holidays.

Alex checks in from a trip away with her kids and we get a little insight into what they really think she does for work. Meanwhile, Debs is home, embracing the slower pace (and a moment to actually breathe).

It’s a short, honest check-in to help keep the sanity during the six-week stretch  reminding you that whatever your summer looks like, you’re not alone in it.

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It’s that time again: schools out, kids are home, and the juggle just got real.

In this episode of Heart Full, Mind Heavy, we’re talking about surviving the summer holidays while keeping your sanity, your business, and your mental health afloat.

From the mum guilt of wanting to create magical memories while also needing a minute to breathe, to the reality of working with kids around, we share what’s helped us (and what hasn’t), along with practical, real-life strategies for managing the chaos.

We’re also chatting about:
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In this episode of Heart Full, Mind Heavy, we’re switching perspectives and stepping into Dad mode.

We sit down with Will Rye, who shares his journey from entrepreneurship to fatherhood, and what it’s really like to navigate the messy, magical, and often overwhelming world of parenting from the other side of the fence.

We talk about how becoming a dad changed his priorities, the mental load men carry but often don’t talk about, and the unexpected challenges that came with balancing business, identity, and family life.

From s...

In this episode of Heart Full, Mind Heavy, we’re opening up about something many of us face but rarely say out loud: taking medication for our mental health, and the shame that often comes with it.

We chat about what it’s really like to start medication, the fear of what others might think, and the quiet guilt that can come even when you know it’s helping. We explore how cultural expectations, mum guilt, and the “just try harder” mindset keep so many women suffering in silence, and why we need to normalise conversati...

In this episode of Heart Full, Mind Heavy, we’re taking a breath and looking back on the journey so far.

We’ve covered mum guilt, business beginnings, friendship heartbreaks, childhood wounds, and the rollercoaster of raising kids with big feelings. We’ve shared tears, laughter, and the moments that made us pause, and today we’re reflecting on what these first seven episodes have taught us about ourselves, each other, and the women listening along with us.

We’re talking about the conversations that stuck with us, the messages from listeners that have moved...

In this episode of Heart Full, Mind Heavy, we’re opening up about something so many parents are facing. School anxiety and avoidance in children

We talk about what it looks like when big feelings show up in little people: the tummy aches, the tears at the school gate, the explosive mornings, and the quiet withdrawal. This isn’t about “bad behaviour” it’s about fear, overwhelm, and what happens when the world feels too loud, too fast, or just too much.

We share our own lived experiences as mums trying to support our children through th...

In Part 2 of How I Did It (And You Can Too), we hear from Alex. Only nine days into her business journey and already riding the emotional rollercoaster that comes with stepping into the unknown.

In this honest and inspiring chat, Alex shares what finally pushed her to take the leap, the powerful meaning behind her company’s name, and why starting her own business was never just about the money. From fear to freedom, vulnerability to vision, she opens up about the reality of doing something brave while still figuring it out in real-time.

If...

In this special two-part episode of Heart Full, Mind Heavy, we’re pulling back the curtain on what it really looks like to take a leap of faith and land on your feet.

Part 1 is all about Debbie’s journey: from the early seeds of an idea to launching her business in 2022, and everything it took to get there. We talk about the fear, the doubt, the grit and the people who helped along the way.

This isn’t a highlight reel. It’s a real, heartfelt conversation about building something from scratch while juggling motherho...

This week on Heart Full, Mind Heavy, we’re exploring the deep, often unspoken impact of growing up with an absent father.

We’re sharing our stories of being the secret child, of waiting for someone who never showed up, and of the emotional gaps left behind when a dad chooses distance. From feelings of abandonment and identity struggles to how it’s shaped the way we love, trust, and even parent. We go there fully and honestly.

This isn’t just about blame it’s about breaking cycles, naming the wounds, and starting to understand...

This week on Heart Full, Mind Heavy: North & South Unfiltered, we’re diving into the beautiful, complicated world of female friendships.

We’re talking about how the right women in your life can be an absolute lifeline. The ones who hold you up when everything else is falling down. Because sometimes, it’s your girlfriends who “get it” before your partner does, who can finish your sentence, or who know when you need tea, silence, or a deep cry in the car.

But we’re also unpacking the harder stuff like when friendships shift, fade, or break alt...

In this deeply personal episode of Heart Full, Mind Heavy, we open up about the experience of growing up with a mum who struggled with alcohol addiction.

We talk about the confusion, the chaos, and the quiet hurts that stick with you long after the bottles are gone. From missed moments and emotional absence to the complicated love you still carry for someone who couldn’t always be who you needed, this conversation holds space for the children we once were and the parents we’re trying to become.

If you’ve ever grown up around...

Welcome to the very first episode of Heart Full, Mind Heavy: North & South Unfiltered  where two friends from opposite ends of the UK get real about the mental load of modern motherhood.

In this episode, we’re diving straight into the chaos: juggling work, raising kids, running a business and somehow still being expected to drink enough water and “make time for ourselves.” Spoiler alert: it’s a lot.

We talk openly about mum guilt, the myth of balance, and what it actually looks like to survive, and occasionally thrive, under the weight of never...

Heart Full, Mind Heavy is the honest, unfiltered mental health podcast for women who are juggling many things including motherhood, work, marriage, identity, and their own messy, beautiful minds.

Hosted by two friends - one Northern, one Southern - this series dives into the real-life conversations we wish more people were having. From the emotional weight of mum guilt and the constant struggle to 'balance it all' to parenting children with anxiety, navigating menopause, living with PTSD, and the discovery of neurodivergence later in life. Nothing is off limits!

This podcast is a soft place...