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The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastSeries 3 Episode 6: Such a (stress) relief. And don't forget to wear sunscreenThe Bad Crew are back, in record time, to chat all things mental health and beyond. Tune in for discussion around stress relief and nighttime panic attacks, as well as the less serious issues of cinema etiquette, road signs and very special song that hits different now we're getting on....2025-04-281h 03
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastDrama triangles, noisy buttons and the Three amigos!On this episode, that seamlessly blends the serious with the ridiculous, the crew talk drama triangles, big fundraising goals, hand dryers, and the big question: money or time? 2025-04-141h 01
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastSeries 3 Episode 4: Sound effects, Standing up and Stress Buckets.On this week's episode the team discuss current personal experiences of sleep deprivation; approaching burnout and how to deal with it and magical modern hearing aid technology. Plans are underway for the BadCo Ball on 13th September. Tickets onsale on the 1st April. It's gonna be a banger.There's chat about tractor runs, a half marathon and a 50k walk giving much needed cash to BadCo. Adam C regales us with the amusing drama of the coffee shop trailer (a tale of woe and ultimate redemption surely worth the purchase of a coffee next time...2025-02-261h 03
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastSeason 3 Episode 3: Launching into 25!This, the 32nd episode of the Brave and Determined podcast is absolutely chock full of exciting plans. Appropriately, the main topic is "How to look forward positively." A spirited but enlightening discussion ensues.Other highlights include:Notable sobriety, amazing wrist tech, the year of running ahead, the wonderful Belle Street Ball, Big Bingo wins, Gym plans.Not to mention Ben Nevis thoughts and many people doing wonderful things to raise money for BadCo.We hope you enjoy it!2025-01-2259 min
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastSeason 3 Episode 2: Like buses, only better.Highlights include Nativities (general), Lise's croaky voice, Stollen, Fireman Adam's hell of a week, the wonderful Bad Cabaret and next level Raffling, The talking point is what it means to be kind to oneself and there's much discussion around this fascinating issue. It's a bumper episode packed with warm banter and good humour. The gang are glad to be back into the swing of things.2024-12-131h 00
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastSeason 3 Episode 1: Back from the Summer (in the Winter)!Hot on the heels of our last episode in May the BadCo crew are BACK with a new season baby!With a new schedule and a new location the gang are in the studio with a reassuringly old school return, talking about what they know best. The power of exercise to heal, what's to be gained from therapy and the joy of sharing a conversation with friends.There will be more regular and frequent episodes as we move into 2025 so keep your eyes peeled. The next one will be along soon!...2024-12-0356 min
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 29: The Jurassic Challenge specialIn which our heroes focus on Lise's herculean task of completing a 75km walk along the notoriously unfriendly terrain of the Jurassic Coast with her friend Leyla.In this inspiring episode other subjects covered included walking up Gold Hill (that Hovis Advert) in Shaftesbury 65 times one after another; A new direction for the Brave and Determined Company (clue, it's hot, wet, and not tea); Seeing the Northern Lights in Dorset. Possibly. Also, Meeting Dr George from Masterchef. All this and more from the winsome threesome. Long may they reign!2024-05-241h 07
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 28: Record Summer Ball sell out! Year one as a charity...In this episode the gang talk about what they've been up to recently (including some very impressive fundraising activity from others), how it all started for BADCO and an outline of the therapeutic use of something called the Cycle of Change. There's a full set of high quality rants and they look forward to what promises to be an epic Summer Ball, tickets for which sold out in no time at all...2024-04-191h 08
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 27: Money for somethingThis episode sees our intrepid trio discussing money and its impact on mental health. There's an important announcement about this years Badco Summer Ball, some excellent rants and the promise of more frequent podcast episodes later in the year.Producer David brings breakfast, showcasing the many delights of the North Staffordshire Oatcake. Might this be the start of a new podcast trend?. 2024-03-231h 05
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 26: Christmas at BadcoEverything Christmas is up for grabs in this episode as the team grapple with celebrating well, staying sober, dealing with grief during happy times and crucially, the correct way to use your fog lights when it's actually foggy. Contains occasional Anglo Saxon language and possible Christmas spoilers, so maybe not one for the youngsters.2023-12-231h 05
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 25: Boundaries, Supporters and Stonehenge vs The Pyramids of Giza.In which the team attend many wonderful events, report on the work of numerous excellent supporters raising thousands of pounds for BadCo and discuss the vexed issue of personal boundaries, and why they're so important for the maintenance of good mental health.New Feature! Book recommendations. This week the team mention:Boundaries, by Henry Cloud and John Townsendhttps://www.amazon.co.uk/Boundaries-When-Take-Control-Your/dp/0310247454Start with Why by Simon Sinekhttps://www.amazon.co.uk/Start-Why-Leaders-Inspire-Everyone/dp/0241958229/ref=sr_1_1?crid=36IOZBF7MYB41&keywords=simon+sinek+starts+with+why...2023-10-291h 04
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 24: Counselling- walking through the door. A snappy 59 minutes this week, discussing what everyone's been up to, other people's mammoth efforts on the charity's behalf, and the singular value that working with a good counsellor can have.Other topics, as so often, include the fundamental importance of olives, the thrill of helicopter delivery and Lise's spectacular singing skills. A barnstormer!2023-10-0359 min
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 23: Skydiving, fundraising and eating well. Now with added sponsorship!An absolute barnstormer of an episode In which the team discuss what they've been up to over the summer (including a glorious ball and some epic fundraising), the correct siting of a large generator and the wonder that is our first podcast sponsorship (many thanks to Ace Does Baking). Mentions also made of the merits of skydiving with a broken ankle, the ways in which one might better regulate one's food consumption and whether you might be the person to help us out with a very important upcoming role...2023-09-081h 39
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 22: Balls, mental health at work and making change happen.In this episode the gang catch up on some exciting developments for the charity. There's a fascinating discussion on maintaining one's mental health at work, how to help your employer to help everyone and the build up to the social event of the summer, the BadCo Summer Ball. Also featured are the ever excellent rants and a delightful sign off from Lise.2023-07-131h 12
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 21: Friendship, summer events and things that fly.This week the gang discuss the joys of genuine friendship, summer events and whether or not Adam wears golf wear to bed. Other subjects include how the charity is going from strength to strength, where people might find them at upcoming events and the endless drama that is the price of everything at service stations.2023-06-231h 16
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 20: Good Grief. A personal account.In this episode, we focus on the issue of grief, because Lisa is coming to terms with the death of her father. She talks with wit and humility about navigating the last couple of weeks of her life. Other subjects covered include the upcoming BadCo Charity Ball, the epic climb of Scafell Pike (and what happend when the crew reached the top).There are, as always, humorous rants and, true to form, Lisa sings us out.2023-06-021h 09
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 19: Much momentous news, panic attacks and middle aged men in pants.This week's is a bumper edition with some significant personal and organisational milestones achieved. In addition, the team discuss the wonder of Biltong, a suitably BadCo way to mark the coronation and the legality or otherwise of bucket shaking.2023-05-041h 11
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 18: Schmingle, Dingle, Sleep and Gladiators.This week the team discuss Polish easter, fish (to all intents and purposes), films we may or may not have watched and of course, Gladiators. There's the usual chat around a particular focus and this week it's sleep, the lack thereof and potential treatments. There's discussion of what the BadCo team have been up to and what's upcoming too. Lastly there's Lise singing. I need say no more. We hope you enjoy!2023-04-161h 03
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 17: The pod returns: Therapy, hosepipes and accidental sausage rolls.It's back! The Podcast returns after a 7 month hiatus with a hilarious recap of the past little while. Highlights include a brief and barely acceptable Christmas round up, whether or not to continue eating chocolate, plunge baths (of various kinds) and the inadvertent consumption of mixed meat products. There's a huge BadCo round up as so much has gone on, and the gang detail some excellent upcoming events. We hope you enjoy it, it's great to be back!2023-03-3049 min
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 16. Special Guest - Children’s counsellor, Shelly Barter.In the final episode of the first series, the guys have an open and insightful chat with Children’s and Young People’s counsellor, Shelly Barter. In keeping with the tradition of going off beat, topics of discussion include field fires, the energy crisis, and shocking reading material revelation from our Lisa.Don’t forget to like, share and subscribe before visiting www.badco.uk and helping our mission to give everyone, regardless of situation, access to early intervention, lifesaving counselling.2022-08-1459 min
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 16. Special Guest - Children’s counsellor, Shelly Barter.In the final episode of the first series, the guys have an open and insightful chat with Children’s and Young People’s counsellor, Shelly Barter. In keeping with the tradition of going off beat, topics of discussion include field fires, the energy crisis, and shocking reading material revelation from our Lisa.Don’t forget to like, share and subscribe before visiting www.badco.uk and helping our mission to give everyone, regardless of situation, access to early intervention, lifesaving counselling.2022-08-1459 min
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 15 - SnowdonIn this latest episode of the pod, Collins’s, Harvs and Lise talk of the up's and down's of mountain climbing after underestimating Snowdon. It seem sometimes the down's are harder than the up's!!Beyond the conversation of mountains , topics of conversation include how we record the podcast and our need for an editor.Please don’t forget to head over to www.badco.uk to help us deliver early intervention, lifesaving counselling to those who need it most.2022-08-0754 min
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 14 - Joe PlumbIn this latest episode of the pod, Collins’s, Harvs and Lise are joined by award winning mental health advocate Joe Plumb. The group discuss Joe’s shocking and inspiring journey, as well learning about Joe’s efforts to ensure others don’t face the same challenges he did.Beyond the chat with Joe, topics of conversation include forgiveness and mountains.Please don’t forget to head over to www.badco.uk to help us deliver early intervention, lifesaving counselling to those who need it most.2022-07-3156 min
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 13 - Alcohol revisited.In this episode we revisit our relationship with alcohol and why sobriety may be the only way forward for some. The subject of choosing happiness rears it's head again and Collins' knows more about trains than you might think. Other discussion points include forgetting your meds, owning your vulnerability and, er, Mungo Jerry.Don't forget to like, share and subscribe. Please check out www.badco.uk and help us deliver early intervention, lifesaving counselling to those that need it most.2022-07-2454 min
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 12 - Overtraining and "finding your tribe"This week on The Really BaD Mental Health Podcast the trio discuss over-training, throwing shapes, and revisit the happiness question. Other hot topics include Collins’ technical podcast skills, his relentless pursuit of Lauren Jumps and why you need to “find your tribe”.Don’t forget to subscribe, share and visit www.badco.uk – where every penny of profit goes to helping people on their mental health journeys.2022-07-0952 min
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 11 - Can you choose to be happy?Join Adam, Adam and Lisa for some extreme banter (and a bit of beeped out swearing) for this weeks podcast. Harv's hammies are extraordinary, Lise sings us out and Collins has got some boots that you can walk in.The discussion is happiness and is it a choice in life. Send us your questions and comments to thebraveanddeterminedcompany@gmail.com. Visit us at www.badco.uk.Please leave a comment and subscribe to our channel.2022-07-0357 min
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 10 - Aaron from It's Okay Clothing Adam, Adam and Lisa interview their first guest, Aaron from It's OK Clothing. It's a great chat but please be aware there is in-depth talk about suicide. If you need any support please contact CALM or the Samaritans.In less serious news, Lise tell us why MJ is alive and the 3 discuss alternative ways to climb Snowdon. Excuse their singing at the end..... it is truly terrible!!2022-06-2653 min
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 09 - The short oneLise only just made it back from holiday so it's a short show this week. Adam, Adam and Lisa still discuss getting locked in toilets, Michael Jackson is alive..... and is the earth flat or round? A standard chat from these three!! www.badco.ukSend your questions to thebraveanddeterminedcompany@gmail.com2022-06-1833 min
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 08 - The physical side of mental healthAdam, Adam and Lisa discuss the physical sides of mental health. Plus they discuss the standard stuff of; wrestling crocodiles, what you must order in a steak house and they finally answers the age old question, who owns the arm rest between two seats.2022-06-1156 min
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 07 - Counselling, heroes, and fearsAdam, Adam and Lisa talk about their experiences around counselling as well as answering questions about their heroes and fears.Of course, they mention the normal stuff like Bananaman, washing up and the bit of skin between your ear lobe and head.Enjoy...... Send your questions to thebraveanddeterminedcompany@gmail.com2022-05-2857 min
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 06 - We're backSorry for the short break, moving house and Lisa going to Nando's got in the way. We are back discussing everything mental health, McDonalds straws, farts, skipping and scary items that have a scissor action! Enjoy!Send any question to thebraveanddeterminedcompany@gmail.com and we will answer it.2022-05-2147 min
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 05 - GymtimidationAdam, Adam and Lisa talk about gymtimidation, McD's straws and Morris dancers! A standard kind of podcast from these three. Enjoy their favourite part of the week with a special guest appearance at the end.2022-05-0840 min
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 04 - AlcoholFind out what dark secret Lise reveals on this episode. We talk everything about booze and who is going to join us for 300/4/300.....2022-04-3036 min
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 03 - The challengeAdam, Adam and Lise reveal what is 300/4/300, and decide Melvin is never going to listen. Standard banter and Lisa likes to share, EVERYTHING!2022-04-2438 min
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 02 - We're really doing thisMore banter from Adam, Adam and Lisa.... with some serious talk about mental health in there too. We really hope Melvin will listen to this one and find out what Lisa ate in Nando's!!2022-04-1738 min
The REALLY BaD Mental Health PodcastEpisode 01 - An introductionWelcome to episode No 1.... Just an introduction!2022-04-0829 min