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Mental Health MondayEp 351: Lost Souls - an investigation into the fate of Britain's mental asylum gravesMick Coyle returns with a new documentary.Over the last few months he's uncovered some uncomfortable truths about the fate of Britain's mental asylum graves.Lost Souls investigates: More than a quarter of a million bodies lie nameless in unmarked and largely forgotten graves around the UK, bodies belonging to people who died in Britain's Mental Asylums.Some of those sites sit in plain sight in our communities, have been neglected, or even sold off. One now houses a children's playground.In our exclusive...
2025-06-3033 min
Mental Health MondayEp 349: Find mental health support where you live - with the Hub of Hope 2.0When the Hub of Hope launched in 2017 - Mick Coyle had the exclusive story behind its birth with Jake Mills right here on Mental Health Monday.
Skip forward seven years, and more than a quarter of a million people are accessing it every 12 months, connecting with local mental health groups, support services, and organisations within their community.
Jake's back to talk about the scale of the Hub of Hope in 2025, and how a new version of the app is making it even more accessible.
Just look for Hub of Hope where you get your...
2025-02-1925 min
Mental Health MondayEp 347: Benefits of reading with your child - with Sophie Says...Mick Coyle marks Children's Mental Health Awareness Week with an important conversation about reading.
He's joined by author of the "Sophie Says..." series Esther Marshall to talk about the value in sharing reading time with your children and the mental health benefits it can bring - to you AND your child.
Data suggests 52% of parents use books as a way of talking about their child's thoughts and feelings - do you?
Esther talks about her inspiration behind the series, and how losing her sister to suicide made her even more determined to create a...
2025-02-0319 min
Mental Health MondayEp 345: How to start using mindfulness - with Mindfulness in Schools ProjectMick Coyle starts the year with the Mindfulness in Schools Project dropping by to discuss how mindfulness can make a difference to the lives of teachers, pupils and anyone who adopts mindful techniques.
Teacher drop-out and pupil absence are huge issues in 2025.
Mick is joined by Richard Burnett from the MISP to talk about the work they do in educational environments, and the impact it can have.
They also discuss mindful techniques, and bust some myths about what mindfulness can be.
Find out more about the Mindfulness in Schools Project
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2025-01-0632 min
Mental Health MondayEp 343: Doctors in distress - with Emily FulleyloveAward-winning journalist and broadcaster Mick Coyle is joined by former doctor, turned ambassador for Doctors in Distress, Emily Fulleylove.
Emily is on the podcast to talk about her experience working for the NHS, and why she's so passionate about Doctors in Distress' urgent appeal to raise money to support their work in the coming year.
DID works by providing peer-based talking and listening services to healthcare professionals who're experiencing poor mental health - and the fundraising will go to making sure that service is there when people need it.
Find out more about the...
2024-12-1631 min
Mental Health MondayEp 342: "I opened my home to strangers" - Ananya's Home CaféMick Coyle meets Ananya Sharma on this week's podcast.
After arriving in London from India, thousands of miles away from friends and family, Ananya experienced loneliness - and wanted to do something about it.
She opened the doors to her home to create the Home Café, where people in situations like hers could come together over a coffee and a cake.
Ananya and Mick are speaking as a new survey by Breville find 2/3 people regularly experience loneliness in their daily lives, with 28% feeling unable to reach out for support.
Ananya's journey is a...
2024-12-0224 min
Mental Health MondayEp 341: The Big Mental Health Report - with the Centre for Mental HealthIt's time to look at the big picture when it comes to mental health in this country.
To help Mick Coyle do just that is a new report from Centre for Mental Health and Mind, titled "The Big Mental Health Report: 2024".
It sets out the state of the country when it comes to mental health and paints a clear picture of the challenges we face - as well as offering recommendations on how to start solving those issues.
CMH Chief Exec Andy Bell is our guest - as we delve into the stats, and...
2024-11-2530 min
Mental Health MondayEp 340: "The Lost City": preventing suicide in the construction industryJournalist Mick Coyle is discussing the shocking statistics around suicide in the construction industry this week.
Stats from a new "Lost City" campaign show there have been 7000 deaths by suicide by construction workers in the last decade.
That's the equivalent of enough people to build 150,000 homes, three schools and a hospital - a so-called "Lost City".
Mick meets Joe Baker from Second City Screed Ltd to hear about life on the frontline for construction staff. Joe has his own mental health journey to share.
Then we'll speak to Gavin Crane from Band...
2024-11-1826 min
Mental Health MondayEp 339: Coping after suicide and finding hope in the darkness with SadieJournalist and Broadcaster Mick Coyle's award-winning Mental Health Monday Podcast turns its attention to life after suicide loss this week.
Sadie is on the programme to tell her story.
Tragically, Sadie's brother Alex took his own life in 2023, and she's been navigating a sense of grief and loss. We'll explore that journey, but also how her experiences have helped shape her own attitude to mental health, and how she hopes she can be part of a future without stigma and taboo.
Sadie mentions CALM in the conversation - the suicide prevention charity are currently...
2024-10-1427 min
Mental Health MondayEp 338: World Mental Health Day 2024 - workplace mental health in the spotlightPresenter and Journalist Mick Coyle is joined by CEO of CALM Simon Gunning for World Mental Health Day 2024.
This year's theme is mental health in the workplace, so Mick and Simon talk about the reasons businesses need to take this issue seriously - for social AND financial reasons.
You can read more about the benefits of encouraging positive mental health in the workplace, as well as links to resources for businesses and more on the Where's Your Head At? campaign for mental health first aiders in this article created by Mick Coyle
CALM are...
2024-10-1026 min
Mental Health MondayEp 336: Losing a child to suicide while serving in the armed forces - Trevor's storyJournalist Mick Coyle is joined by Trevor Bygate, a former member of the armed forces turn mental health campaigner.
Trevor lost his daughter Chloe to suicide in 2014, and now uses his experience to help and support others.
He was also diagnosed with PTSD before leaving the army.
He works with organisations like the Royal British Legion, Papyrus, and Cruse Bereavement Care, and has undertaken some incredible challenges to raise money for them - keeping Chloe's name at the heart of all he does.
You can find Trevor on Linkedin and Twitter.
2024-09-2327 min
Mental Health MondayEp 334: Latest suicide figures for England and Wales - with Paul VittlesMick Coyle takes a look at the latest suicide figures for England and Wales with Paul Vittles ahead of World Suicide Prevention Day 2024.
Released in 2024, figures show 6069 deaths were recorded in 2023, the highest rate since 1999.
Paul has a long track record of working in the #zerosuicide community, and an incredible insight into how we currently deal with suicide in the UK, and what could be improved if we wanted to genuinely improve it.
This summer he was a key part of the #JointheDots tour and you can read about his work in the Zero...
2024-09-0935 min
Mental Health MondayEp 333: The life and death of Graham Thorpe and how cricket can respondMick Coyle is joined by Mark Boyns from Opening Up Cricket following the tragic news of the death of England legend Graham Thorpe.
Mick and Mark discuss how the family bravely shared the reason for his passing, and how that can be used as a way of opening up a conversation about mental health within the cricketing world and beyond.
Podcast art © Alamy
Opening Up was set up following the death of a club-mate of Mark's and he now travels the country teaching skills in mental health conversations - both from a cricketing perspective a...
2024-08-1721 min
Mental Health MondayEp 332: Autism, ADHD, art and me - Sarah's storySarah Gustafson is Mick Coyle's guest on Episode 332 of Mental Health Monday.
Sarah is founder of A.ur.tistic and a new project called Dopamine Rooms that she set up following her own experience of poor mental health, as well as late diagnosis on autism and ADHD.
Sarah uses her love of art and teaching to help people explore their own thoughts and feelings, using her journey as inspiration to help and support others.
There's a lot in the conversation - and Sarah sets out how she inspired to be so active in the...
2024-08-1233 min
Mental Health MondayEp 331: Finding Happiness when it hurts - with Lisa BrettMick Coyle is joined by author Lisa Brett - who's written a book called "Finding Happiness When It Hurts"
Lisa uses her own journey, and the stories of others, to give advice on how to reflect on more difficult times, find positivity in the smallest of places and give yourself a chance to rebuild after grief, loss or trauma.
Her book is available now
Host Mick Coyle is on Twitter/X, Linkedin and Instagram, and you can get video previews of each week's guests on the MHM Facebook page
Signposting to mental...
2024-07-2930 min
Mental Health MondayEp 329: Tackling low self-esteem with Henna Mistry and BACPMick Coyle is talking self esteem as a new BACP survey finds half of women are affected by self esteem issues - with body image the biggest factor, followed by social comparisons, careers, and romantic relationships.
Joining him on this week's episode is Henna Mistry - who has tackled her own issues with self esteem, and found a way through using a BACP therapist and helping create a new network of community connections through York Girlies
Henna's a fantastic guest for anyone who wants to know how self esteem impacts your life, what low self esteem...
2024-07-0150 min
Mental Health MondayEp 328: Owen from Race Across the World's new mental health journeyMick Coyle is joined by Owen Wood from Race Across the World
Owen - alongside his race partner Alfie - starred in the latest BBC series travelling through the Far East on a tight budget and even tighter timescale.
Now he's back in the UK he's teaming up with The Mix - a charity that supports young people through all aspects of life - to further open up the conversation about mental health.
On the TV show, Owen shared his own experience of living with anxiety, and how that shaped his junior years.
2024-06-2429 min
Mental Health MondayEp 326: Running a marathon every day for Samaritans - with James CooperMick Coyle is joined by James Cooper on this week's podcast
James is currently running a marathon every single day in 2024.
He'll complete 366 between now and the end of the year!
He was inspired to take on the challenge as part of his Smilinggg Project, which he set up after having a difficult time with his own mental health in 2014/15.
James also lost an uncle to suicide - and will be raising money for Samaritans as part of challenge.
We wish him all the very best in his challenge!
2024-05-2032 min
Mental Health MondayEp 320: The Visual Detox with Marine TanguyMick Coyle is joined by author of The Visual Detox Marine Tanguy on this week's podcast.
Marine's new book explores how our brain deals with looking at so many images on daily basis - adverts, billboards, social media posts, TV screens and beyond.
The book looks at ways you can apply more critical thinking what you see, and asks questions about what sort of towns, cities and communities we want to live in in the future.
The book is available now from Penguin Random House
Follow Mick Coyle on Twitter, Instagram and...
2024-03-1132 min
Mental Health MondayEp 319: Big Narstie's new podcast - Life GainsMick Coyle is joined by Grime legend Big Narstie on this week's podcast.
pic credit © Alamy
The main man is here to talk about how his life changed forever after appearing on the Celebrity Bake Off, and how his new health regime is allowing him to make plans for the future.
We'll hear how weight loss, and improved fitness have made a difference to his life, and how he's hoping to share some of his secrets through his new podcast Life Gains.
You can get video previews of each week's guests on t...
2024-02-1923 min
Mental Health MondayEp 318: Dave the Running Telephone gears up for his 25th London MarathonMick Coyle is joined by Dave Lock aka London Marathon icon "Dave the Running Telephone".
Dave reveals he's signed up to race in this years event, and how his own mental health journey led him to fundraise for Samaritans.
He speaks of his own journey, and losing his brother to suicide last year, and how that's a solemn reminder of why Samaritans is such a good cause to support.
Pic Credit © Alamy
Find out more about Samaritans
Follow Mick Coyle on Twitter/X, Instagram and Linkedin.
You can get v...
2024-02-1233 min
Mental Health MondayEp 317: The Lucy Rayner Foundation and their new Snapchat lensMick Coyle is joined by Emma and Amie from the The Lucy Rayner Foundation
The LRF has has collaborated with Snapchat to design a new lens that helps users create a snap which talks about their feelings and how they might want someone to talk to.
It's utilising every-day technology to make a difference to the lives of young social media users.
Emma tells Mick about where the foundation has come from, while Amie explains the technicals.
You can get the app by scanning the Podcast artwork, or find out more on...
2024-02-0130 min
Mental Health MondayEp 315: Dr Alex George talks financial stress, new year's resolutions, and small wins in 2024Mick Coyle is joined by mental health campaigner and author Dr Alex George on this week's Mental Health Monday Podcast.
Dr Alex is here to talk about starting 2024 on the right footing. Photo credit: © Alamy
New data from Nationwide shows 82% of people expect this January to be the worst ever when it comes to our finances - a tough start to 2024.
On top of how we feel about ourselves and our outlooks, it means some people can really struggle at this time of year (check out ep 314 for more on this)
Details at...
2024-01-2218 min
Mental Health MondayEp 312: Tony Mortimer, East 17 & Stay Another Day - raising money for the NSPCCMick Coyle is joined by East 17 singer and songwriter Tony Mortimer.
Tony is on the show to talk about his Christmas mega-hit Stay Another Day, and the impact music has had on his and our lives, particularly during the festive season.
He hit the top spot with the song in 1994. 29 years later, a tongue in cheek remake by Lidl is helping secure a £100,000 donation to the NSPCC to support children's mental health.
Find out more about the song and the story
Follow Mick Coyle on Twitter, Instagram, and get video previews of g...
2023-12-1118 min
Mental Health MondayEp 310: Jake Daniels: The UK's first openly gay footballer in 32 years
Photo credit © Alamy
Mick is joined by footballer Jake Daniels for episode 310 of Mental Health Monday.
Jake became the first UK player since Justin Fashanu in 1990 to announce he was gay, in May 2022.
18 months later he sits down with Mick Coyle to discuss his mental health at the time, and the journey he took before and after that monumental step.
The conversation comes as a new survey from L'Oreal Paris Men Expert looks at what it means to be a "strong man" in 2023.
READ MORE: "Being a footballer and being g...
2023-11-2718 min
Mental Health MondayEp 307: Getting help for depression with Dan, BACP and R.A.I.S.E.Mick Coyle looks into the number of men receiving support for depression on this week's episode.
New stats from BACP shows 52% of therapists are seeing a rise in the number of men coming forward to get support.
At the same time, just over half say men are put off the idea of getting therapy because of societal pressures and stigma.
Dan Reid shares his story in this week's episode - he reached out for help after living with depression for a decade, and now runs a Men's Walking and Talking organisation to provide an...
2023-11-0634 min
Mental Health MondayEp 298: Ditch The Label and young people embracing the metaverse x MaybellineAward-winning journalist and broadcaster Mick Coyle meets CEO of Ditch The Label, Liam Hackett.
DTL are a youth charity offering advice, resources, and access to counselling services to people impact by mental health problems, bullying and much more.
In 2023 they're launching a therapy service in the "metaverse" which will allow young people to access counsellors in an online world.
They're also teaming up with global brand Maybelline to provide more than 17,000 hours of therapy for free over the next two years, as part of the Brave Together initiative.
Find out more about...
2023-07-2427 min
Mental Health MondayEp 294: Jack Dodd on grief, OCD and crying at workMick is joined by mental health advocate Jack Dodd in episode 294 of Mental Health Monday.
Jack discusses his experience of losing his dad at a young age, living with OCD, dealing with bullying, and how all of those things built up to impact his mental health.
Jack also talks about how opening up the taboo conversation of crying at work, through the LinkedIn social media channel, saw him go viral online.
He tells Mick what he's learned from his experiences, and how we can learn to cope with the sum of our experiences across...
2023-06-1938 min
Mental Health MondayEp 293: Gareth Dauncey, depression and MoodMick is joined by architect and app creator Gareth Dauncey.
Gareth's on the programme to talk about how his mental health breakthrough (during the lockdown period) inspired him to help other people get a better understanding of their own mental health.
He describes how colour-coding his days, based on how he was feeling, was the starting point for the idea behind the Mood app, which is available to download now.
Gareth and Mick talk about the benefits of being self-aware when it comes to your mental health, and seeing the bigger picture about your...
2023-06-1230 min
Mental Health MondayEp 292: Where's Your Head meets Baton of Hope in WestminsterMick Coyle is in Parliament this week at a Baton of Hope event at the prestigious Terrace Pavillion in Westminster.
Mick was representing the Bauer Media Where's Your Head At? campaign - which secured more than 200,000 signatures on a petition calling for mental health first aiders to be available to in all UK workplaces.
The event was hosted by Dean Russell MP, and was highlighting the Baton of Hope's campaign and UK Tour coming to 12 cities across the UK. It was set up by Mike McCarthy after he lost his son to suicide.
We...
2023-05-2933 min
Mental Health MondayEp 288: Amy Conroy - facing adversity and winningMick Coyle is joined by GB Paralympian Amy Conroy.
Amy is on the podcast to talk about her mental health journey, discussing grief, family support, overcoming physical illness, and finding new goals in life.
Amy was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 13, and had already lost her mum to the illness.
She lost a leg as part of her treatment, but showed immense strength to seek new goals, and found herself playing wheelchair basketball at the Paralympics.
Amy reveals how she survived her journey, and how she is learning to spot...
2023-04-1725 min
Mental Health MondayEp 287: Gaby Santacruz and a life in gymnasticsMick Coyle is joined by former gymnast Gaby Santacruz on this week's Podcast.
Gaby recently gave a Tedx talk about how growing up as a gymnast in Ecuador impacted her mental health, and how the culture around seeking "perfection" started to have a negative impact on her sense of wellbeing.
In this podcast she explores how the echoes of her childhood experience in gymnastics affected her ability to hold down a normal job, once she'd stepped away from the gymnasium, and how therapy helped her understand her experiences and move into a more positive space.
2023-04-0335 min
Mental Health MondayEp 286: Football>Anything - tackling depression through writing with Chris RobertsMick Coyle is joined by first time author Chris Roberts.
Chris explores how writing his new book about the state of the game of football helped him through a difficult spell in his life
Chris talks about living with grief, depressive and suicidal thoughts, and how the focus of the book, and the support he's received from organisations like Sean's Place have put him on a better path.
The book itself looks at different aspects of the game of football from "win at all costs" attitudes to club ownership.
Its available on...
2023-03-2031 min
Mental Health MondayEp 284: Disrupt Your Feed - Social media detox with The Female LeadMick Coyle is joined by Psychologist Dr Terri Apter to discuss the findings of a five year long study by The Female Lead.
The research looked at how teenage girls and young women felt about their social media use, and themselves, if they followed more "positive" role models in their feeds instead of a typical airbrushed celebrity.
The results are in, and offer an insight into how we might all be able to use social media more safely in the future, with our own wellbeing and aspiration at the forefront.
You can also take...
2023-03-0632 min
Mental Health MondayEp 283: Small Talk Saves Lives with Dr Lisa MarzanoMick Coyle is joined by Associate Professor of Psychology at Middlesex University, Dr Lisa Marzano.
Dr Lisa is teaming up with Samaritans, Network Rail and the British Transport Police as part of their Small Talk Saves Lives campaign.
As part of the campaign, a new survey has found how people often feel uncomfortable with the idea of approaching someone who might be in a mental health crisis.
Dr Lisa has a series of tips on what you can say to make a difference, and ultimately save lives.
You can see more on...
2023-02-2720 min
Mental Health MondayEp 281: Live on stage with Martin Hibbert, Zee Jogi, Yung Lee and Lee ChalmersThis week's episode is recorded live at the "It's Mental Live" event at the University of Bolton stadium.
Mental Health Monday was up on stage with inspiring guests who are overcoming adversity and societal expectations to break new ground, grow themselves (and people around them), by doing things a little bit differently.
Joining Mick Coyle are Manchester Arena bomb survivor Martin Hibbert, Self Defence coach Zee Jogi, DJ-turned counsellor Young Lee and Tech entrepreneur Lee Chambers
Each have their own story to tell, and offer an incredible insight into how they've achieved that they...
2023-02-1347 min
Mental Health MondayEp 280: It's Mental Live - with ex-Premier League footballer Steven ReidMick is hosting this week's podcast from the It's Mental Live event at the University of Bolton Stadium.
Billed as the "Ultimate Wellbeing Experience", the day saw more than a thousand people come together to explore wellbeing, meeting exhibitors, specialists, and hear inspiring stories in the central arena.
Mick hosted the day from the main stage, welcoming guests, and guest presenters, to chat with some familiar names and faces, with wellbeing at the heart of the conversation.
Among those in attendance is former Millwall, Blackburn, West Ham and Ireland player Steven Reid, who has...
2023-02-0618 min
Mental Health MondayEp 279: Prince's Trust Youth index sees wellbeing flatline - with Rachel EdwardsMick Coyle gets a first look at the Prince's Trust Natwest Youth Index 2023, which shows a concerning set of stats around the wellbeing of young people.
Money worries, economic uncertainty and mental health issues are just some of the issues that 16-25 year olds are juggling at the start of 2023, according to their findings.
Rachel Edwards from Prince's Trust guides Mick through the survey and highlights the ways young people can find away forward.
There are signposting services at the end of each episode
Find out more about Prince's Trust
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2023-01-3028 min
Mental Health MondayEp 277: PND and me, Rosey Adams from #PNDhourMick Coyle is joined by Rosey Adams on this week's Podcast.
Rosey is with us to share her experience of postnatal depression, and other issues around maternal mental health.
The start of 2023 also marks the 9th anniversary of the launch of her Twitter hashtag #PNDhour, which is used every Wednesday to open up the conversation about postnatal, antenatal, and perinatal mental health on social media.
You can take part yourself by searching for the #PNDhour hashtag on Twitter, and joining the conversation between 8pm and 9pm each Wednesday (UK time)
The conversation...
2023-01-1634 min
Mental Health MondayEp 276: The People's Place sneak preview with Everton in the CommunityFor the final episode of Mental Health Monday in 2022, Mick is invited to see the new Everton in the Community People's Place ahead of its opening in early 2023.
A new community mental health hub, and the first of its kind built by a Premier League football club, this will be a new community facility for the residents of Liverpool - regardless of who they support.
Mick meets the team who are pulling the project together, as well as those people who will benefit once the doors open.
Get more info on the People's Place
2022-12-1927 min
Mental Health MondayEp 275: OCD, Body Dysmorphia, Anorexia and Suicidal thoughts - Sandeep's storyMick Coyle is joined by Sandeep Saib in this week's Mental Health Monday Podcast.
Sandeep shares her mental health journey, which includes diagnoses of body dysmorphia, anorexia and OCD, as well as discussing how she had suicidal thoughts in 2014.
Sandeep shares how her journey has put her on a more hopeful path, and she shares the lessons learned over the last 10 years.
Follow Sandeep on social media.
You can get more information about Eating Disorders on the Beat website.
There is more general signposting at the end of the episode.
2022-12-1237 min
Mental Health MondayEp 274: HIV stigma with George WestwoodMick Coyle meets George Westwood on this week's edition of Mental Health Monday
George and Mick caught up ahead of World AIDS Day to discuss what life is like for people living with HIV in 2022, and how stigma is still holding society back despite incredible advances in science.
George now works for the National AIDS Trust which has resources on its website if you want to find out more about living with HIV.
There's more on George on the news pages of the Bauer News website
Follow Mick Coyle on Twitter, Instagram...
2022-12-0534 min
Mental Health MondayEp 271: Movember, anxiety, sleep and design with Ben ChannonMick celebrates Movember 2022 with this week's guest Ben Channon.
Ben is growing his "mo" to raise awareness of men's mental health this month, and caught up with Mick to discuss his own experience of mental health difficulties.
The conversation touches on Ben's experience of anxiety, the benefits of emotional awareness, and why we as a society do not prioritise sleep - despite all the evidence that says we should.
Ben now uses his professional skills as an architect to better inform developers about putting wellness at the heart of their designs, and his new...
2022-11-1437 min
Mental Health MondayEp 270: Phoebe Grime's story and a call for a change in the lawMick Coyle is joined by Hilary Grime on this week's episode.
Hilary is with us to talk about her daughter Phoebe who took her own life while at university in 2021.
As well as paying tribute, Hilary also talks about how she wants to see a change in the law so universities have a legal duty of care for their students.
She's set up an e-petition demanding change which you can sign online.
And there's more on her story here
The podcast also contains two statements - one from Newcastle University...
2022-11-0836 min
Mental Health MondayEp 268: 1/3 young people experience stigma asking for help - Young MindsMick Coyle looks at survey findings released by Young Minds on World Mental Health Day.
They interviewed 14,000 under 25s to find out about what issues are impacting them and their ability to seek support for their mental health.
Diedre Kehoe from YM can today reveal the findings.
Once again on the podcast we're discussing the difficult situation young people find themselves in, and the ongoing stigma that is holding people back from getting support.
These findings also lay bare the fact that even those who do reach out for mental health support...
2022-10-1720 min
Mental Health MondayEp 267: Baby Loss Awareness Week: Sharon and Rachel's stories.This week, Mental Health Monday explores the issue of Baby Loss.
At the start of Baby Loss Awareness Week 2022, Mick Coyle is joined by two mums who've tragically lost children.
Sharon Darke tells Mick about losing twins Charlie and Joshua 23 years ago, while Rachel, who became pregnant with twins six years ago speaks bravely and openly about losing daughter Ophelia.
We would like to thank Rachel and Sharon for sharing their stories with us.
And to Sands for supporting us in setting up the project.
There are bereavement services available...
2022-10-1041 min
Mental Health MondayEp 265: "Continuing decline in children's happiness": The Good Childhood Report 2022Mick Coyle meets Amy Dicks, Policy and Impact Manager for Mental Health and Wellbeing at The Children's Society.
Amy's been working on The Good Childhood Report 2022, which lays bare the issues young people are facing as we move away from the pandemic, and head straight into the cost of living crisis.
Mick and Amy explore the impact it's having on education, and the happiness of children in school, (as well as at home) and they look at the consequences of not taking appropriate action now.
Read The Good Childhood Report in full
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2022-09-2622 min
Mental Health MondayEp 264: New suicide figures for England and Wales
In an episode delayed because of the news about the death of a Queen...
Mick Coyle is joined by CEO of Chasing the Stigma Jake Mills on this week's episode of the Podcast.
Jake survived his own suicide attempt before setting up his own charity, and is a regular contributor to the Podcast.
Mick and Jake discuss the new suicide figures for England and Wales - figures which show there were 5583 deaths recorded in 2021.
The programme asks why the number remains so stubbornly high, how we as a society have come to...
2022-09-1922 min
Mental Health MondayEp 263: Grief, and the death of Queen Elizabeth IIMick Coyle discussing the death of Queen Elizabeth II in this week's episode.
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In a change to our scheduled episode, Mick is joined by Psychotherapist Tania Taylor to discuss the sense of grief that has impacted millions of people following the news of her passing on Thursday 8th September.
The conversation recognises that although many people may not feel an emotional attachment to the Royal family, many will feel a sense of loss, while those who have followed the Queen their entire lives might feel a more profound sense of grief.
2022-09-0932 min
Mental Health MondayEp 261: Suicide Research with Heather McClellandMick is joined by Heather McClelland on this week's Podcast.
Heather (soon to be Dr Heather) is a doctoral student and research assistant at the University of Glasgow.
She and Mick discuss her suicide research, and what research is telling us about suicide here in the UK. They also discuss loneliness and the impact it can have on our physical and mental health.
Heather discusses community-based responses as part of a strategy to bring down suicide numbers in a sustainable way, and her own pre-conceptions about where her research might lead.
Notes...
2022-08-2242 min
Mental Health MondayEp 260: Tomasz Drybala: Flow up 40,000km challengeAnother great guest drops by to speak to Mick Coyle on the home of the UK's conversation about mental health: Mental Health Monday.
Tomasz Drybala is preparing to embark on an incredible challenge to run 40,000km around the circumference of the globe spreading his mental health message.
Tom and Mick explore the idea of "flow", changing patterns in our lives, and finding a way to respond positively to adversity.
Tomasz explains how we learned these techniques after a difficult time in his life in the run up to his 40th birthday.
Plus...
2022-08-1536 min
Mental Health MondayEp 257: Laughter after Loss with Sam Avery and Siobhan RoxburghMick Coyle is joined by Siobhan Roxburgh and comedian Sam Avery to discuss The Comedy Trust's new "Laughter after Loss" project.
The scheme is open to anyone dealing with grief, or who've suffered a loss, to explore their experiences, using comedy as a tool to connect with other people and open up the conversation about grief, loss or other emotions experienced in the weeks, months and years after losing someone.
Anyone taking part in the project will get the opportunity to perform on stage as part of the Liverpool Comedy Festival in November.
Details...
2022-07-1136 min
Mental Health MondayEp 255: #TheLastPhoto with CALM's Simon Gunning and Amber Rose GillMick Coyle brings you the full story behind CALM's #TheLastPhoto exhibition and campaign.
Featuring the last photo taken of people in the days and weeks before their suicide, the campaign aims to show you that "suicidal doesn't always look suicidal" and to challenge our preconceptions about suicide.
There's a link to the CALM resources, and more about the campaign on our website.
Please don't suffer alone.
Thanks to CALM for selecting Bauer Media to partner up for this project, and to share the story behind it with our listeners.
Thanks...
2022-06-2732 min
Mental Health MondayEp 254: Loneliness with Kim Leadbeater MPMick Coyle is joined by Yorkshire MP, and member of the All Party Parliamentary Group on Loneliness Kim Leadbeater.
Kim is here to discuss the issues and facts raised by Loneliness Awareness Week in June 2022.
The long term impacts of isolation are only just being understood, but there are concerns it can significantly increase someone's risk of death, and can be as bad for you as smoking.
The British Red Cross National Support Line in promoted in the podcast. Open 10am - 6pm it can be reached on 0808 196 3651, where trained volunteers are standing by.
2022-06-2029 min
Mental Health MondayEp 252: Max George from The WantedMax George from The Wanted is our guest on this week's #MentalHealthMonday Podcast. (Podcast art by Alamy)
Mick Coyle caught up with Max ahead of "thank you" day, where people are encouraged to show their appreciation for those who go above and beyond to make a difference to people's lives.
Max speaks incredibly highly of NHS staff who supported him through this battles with anxiety and depression.
Concerts for Carers is a charity to offer free gig tickets to NHS staff and Carers who deserve an extra "thank you". You can find details about...
2022-06-0617 min
Mental Health MondayEp 250: The Responder's Tony Schumacher LIVE at the Mental Health and Work SummitMick Coyle is live in Liverpool for episode 250 of Mental Health Monday!
Headlining the "Mental Health and Work Summit" at the Liverpool Arena and Convention Centre, he's joined by the writer and creator of hit TV series "The Responder".
As you will hear, Tony Schumacher's personal mental health and work journey inspired events we see play out on screen, with a cast starring the likes of Martin Freeman and Warren Brown.
Special thanks to the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority for putting together a comprehensive day of talks and workshops, and to Jake Mills...
2022-05-1347 min
Mental Health MondayEp 242: Wellbeing Washing, and a wake up call to businesses, with GoodShapeMick Coyle is joined by GoodShape CEO Alun Baker.
This week's episodes explores new data which proves how important mental health and wellbeing is to business, while at the same time showing how the majority of firms are rolling back mental health initiatives as coronavirus pandemic restrictions are eased.
Mick looks at why this could be a big mistake for businesses, and how new employees are demanding more from their workplaces when it comes to their mental health
Check out more from the GoodShape Ipsos survey
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2022-03-1437 min
Mental Health MondayEp 237: Changing the way we think, with Evolving MindseyMick Coyle is joined by Phil Noon for this fascinating edition of Mental Health Monday.
Phil provides mental health training to businesses, schools, organisations and charities, and uses his own experiences, alongside things like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, to help people think differently about their thoughts and feelings.
The podcast explores how we can encourage people to make those changes, but also how we can "reach in" to support people who might need it most.
Find out more about Evolving Mindset and visit www.evolvingmindset.co.uk
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2022-02-0740 min
Mental Health MondayEp 234: Rambler ManMick Coyle is joined by the creator and star of Rambler Man - a new short film about dealing with and talking about depression through family connection, and the great outdoors.
Ewan Pollitt explores how his own mental health journey, relationship with his father and the love for his home county of Cumbria inspired him to create a new superhero for the big-screen - albeit one wearing a waterproof jacket instead of a cape.
Swapping VFX suites for the hills of the Lake District. Rambler Man shows how human connection and love can help people navigate...
2022-01-1743 min
Mental Health MondayEp 232: New Year = New You or Still You?Happy new year!
The home of the UK's conversation about mental health returns for its fifth year!
Mental Health Monday starts off 2022 with a look at some of the traps you can fall into at this time of year.
Chasing the Stigma CEO Jake Mills is back for the second of our seasonal specials.
He and Mick Coyle discuss setting achievable goals, finding the right support, and knowing where to turn if things aren't going your way when it comes to your mental health journey.
They also look at the...
2022-01-0343 min
Mental Health MondayEp 228: Saving lives at James' PlaceMick Coyle speaks to James' Place CEO Ellen O'Donoghue about the life saving work they do with men in a suicidal crisis.
Their two year evaluation has set out how their model of counselling and support significantly reduces the risk of men feeling suicidal.
More than 500 men have passed through their doors since 2018.
Ellen also sets out the charity's plans to expand services to other parts of the UK.
Signposting is included in the Podcast
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2021-11-2927 min
Mental Health MondayEp 227: We need to talk about young men, with Dr Nihara KrauseMick Coyle speaks to Consultant Clinical Psychologist and CEO of the Stem4 charity Dr Nihara Krause.
Stem4's new survey shines a light on the mental health experiences of young men, between the ages of 14 and 21.
The results shows how young men and boys have to deal with old-fashioned perceptions about what a man should be, how they fear being seen as weak if they ask for help, and how they're dealing with issues you might not expect.
It's another eye-opening conversation on the UK's home of mental health conversation.
Links to...
2021-11-1927 min
Mental Health MondayEp 207: Fund The Hubs with Youth AccessMick Coyle is joined by Kahra Wayland-Larty from Youth Access to discuss the Fund the Hubs campaign form a coalition of mental health services aimed at young people
Mind, The Children's Society, Young Minds, Young Access, the Centre for Mental Health and the Children & Young People's Mental Health coalition are all calling for sustainably funded drop-in centres across England for all 11-25 year olds to attend.
Get more details on the Fund The Hubs campaign here.
Follow @mrmickcoyle on twitter, or email mick.coyle@bauermedia.co.uk
Why not join the Mental...
2021-06-1432 min
Mental Health MondayEp 191: #BehindTheMask launch for Time To Talk DayTime to Change Director Jo Loughran is Mick Coyle's guest this week.
Feb 4th marks Time to Talk Day, where people are encouraged to open up about mental health.
#MentalHealthMonday is launching a new project called #BehindTheMask, where people can feel safe to discuss their emotions, and be signposted to appropriate services.
You can be part of it, by doing a selfie-video of yourself removing your mask (only in a safe environment) introducing yourself and tell us about your highs and lows of lockdown, and what coping mechanisms you've discovered. Post it with hashtag...
2021-02-0430 min
Mental Health MondayEp 188: Dr Alex George's schools education campaignDr Alex George joins Mick Coyle for episode 188 of Mental Health Monday.
Dr Alex (who also appeared on the hit TV show Love Island) is calling on the government to ramp up mental health education in schools.
He's working with charities and organisations and wants to provide resources to staff, train teachers in how to introduce mental health into the classroom effectively, and make sure every child has access to a counsellor.
Tragically, Alex lost his brother to suicide last year, which he says has galvanise him to make a difference for young people...
2021-01-1828 min
Mental Health MondayEp 184: Samaritans answer 1.2m calls and emails in 2020Another really important episode of Mental Health Monday, this week.
Mick Coyle is joined by Samaritans Head of Research Dr Liz Scowcroft.
Dr Liz reveals the results of a survey of volunteers, which offers an insight into the reasons people call and email Samaritans, and how much of an impact the Coronavirus pandemic has had on the service this year.
Listen now and tag #MentalHealthMonday on social media.
Call Samaritans on 116 123, or email jo@samaritans.org if you want to talk.
Find Mental Health Services where you live using the...
2020-12-1427 min
Mental Health MondayEp 183: Jay's journey for World AIDS Day 2020What an eye-opener we have for you in this week's Mental Health Monday.
Mick meets Jay Hawkridge, who was diagnosed with HIV just over a year ago. The science around HIV has moved on so much that the physical impact of the virus can be negligible once medication is taken regularly, but the mental health impact differs in everyone.
Jay sets out how a PDF on LinkedIn started his journey of opening up about the virus, and his honesty about his experience so far is remarkable.
There are various organisations that offer information, help...
2020-12-0733 min
Mental Health MondayEp 177: Clarke and Carrie's PlaceMick is joined by old friends of the show, Clarke and Carrie Carlisle.
Clarke and Carrie have appeared on the show before, but this is their first catch-up with Mick since lockdown began, and as you'll hear, its not all been plain sailing for the Carlisles.
Always wanting to give something back, they've launched a new #Because2020 project to help frontline workers and those whose mental health has been severely impacted by the effects of lockdown and Covid-19.
You can find out more about the project at clarkeandcarriesplace.com
And you can...
2020-10-1947 min
Mental Health MondayEp 175: Liz Twist MP, Chair of the APPG for suicide and self-harm preventionLiz Twist MP joins Mick Coyle to talk about a new report looking into how services respond to young people who self harm, or show signs of being at risk of self harm.
Liz discusses the reports recommendations, and how community organisations can play their role in improving the lives of young people.
Read the full report here.
Also, Mick has details of the Where's Your Head At kindness pledge for World Mental Health Day 2020.
Sign up and make your own pledge here:
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2020-10-0523 min
Mental Health MondayEp 174: Why conspiracy theories thrive and how to cope with themSo much about how we've coped, or not, through lockdown is based on our perceptions, thoughts and emotions about the new world around us.
This week Mick Coyle has been exploring the role of myths, hoaxes and conspiracy theories in that setting. Where they come from, who they come from, and why some people are tempted to believe them.
First up, Professor Peter Kinderman offers his thoughts as Professor of Clinical Psychology at the University of Liverpool.
He discusses why hoaxes thrive, and why beliefs play a key role in how we see the w...
2020-09-2840 min
Mental Health MondayEp 172: World Suicide Prevention Day 2020: Papyrus & Hopeline UKThis week is the second suicide special, following last week's conversation with Jake Mills.
And its a double header, with Papyrus Chief Exec Ged Flynn joining Mick Coyle for part one, before Hopeline UK counsellor Natalie tells Mick about the work she does answering calls from young people, or their families, in distress.
Papyrus is a national charity dedicated to preventing young suicide.
Their website has a host of resources available www.papyrus-uk.org
They provide the Hopeline service too, which you can reach on 0800 068 4141.
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2020-09-1442 min
Mental Health MondayEp 165: The World Run 2020 for James' PlaceHenry Holme joins Mick Coyle for this week's edition of Mental Health Monday.
Mick is away this week, but wanted to give you chance to catch up on a story from a week or so ago.
Four lads set off from James' Place in Liverpool in early July with the intention of running 240 miles over 8 days, all to raise money for the men's suicide prevention centre and their new project in London.
Lead runner Henry lost his dad to suicide in 2012, and shares his story on this week's programme.
Henry, Andrew, Conor...
2020-07-2012 min
Mental Health MondayEp 163: Mental Health nurses Stuart and Ed Behaving BadlyStuart McKenzie and Ed Freshwater are this week's guest on the award winning Mental Health Monday.
They have worked across a spectrum of mental health organisations, in a number of roles.
They discuss their experience and world view with Mick Coyle in a wide ranging conversation that takes in politics, social prescription, and even historic quotes.
As well as their day jobs, they now produce the RMN Behaving Badly Podcast (@RMNbbpodcast on Twitter)
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2020-07-0635 min
Mental Health MondayEp 162: #Here4U, Corrie and Dan WestwoodActor and presenter Dan Westwood joins Mick for this week's edition.
Dan is an actor, who you might recognise from playing Ralph in Coronation Street. He's also been in Doctors, and has appeared on tour with CBeebies.
Dan talks about his experience of panic attacks and anxiety on this week's show, plus how the death of a close friend inspired him to launch the #Here4U campaign.
Find mental health services near you via www.hubofhope.co.uk
Facebook link to Dan's campaign: https://www.facebook.com/Here4u-592299077912192/?ref=br_rs
2020-06-2928 min
Mental Health MondayEp 160: Psychologist Emma Kenny and Izzy & Harry Judd surviving lockdownIn a double episode, Mick Coyle meets This Morning Psychologist Emma Kenny, who has some top tips on how to survive lockdown with the kids.
Plus we go live to the home of McFly and Strictly star Harry Judd. His wife Izzy, author of "Mindfulness for Mums", also joins the show to talk about haircuts, home schooling and living through coronavirus and beyond.
Here's a link to the Soltan Activity Pack mentioned on the show: https://www.boots.com/soltan/imaginative-play-pack
Find Mental Health services near you by visiting www.hubofhope.co.uk.
2020-06-1521 min
Mental Health MondayEpisode 151: Michael "Speedo Mick" CullenOn this week's episode of Mental Health Monday, Mick Coyle is joined by charity fundraiser extraordinaire Mick Cullen - better known as Speedo Mick. Mick recently walked 1,000 miles from John O'Groats to Land's Ends for Leave the Light on. Having battled with his mental health in the past, Mick hopes his journey will inspire others to change their outlook on life.
Originally broadcast 4th March 2020.
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Produced by @LewisPJennings.
2020-03-1713 min
Mental Health MondayEpisode 147: Blackbrook Royals & State Of MindOn this week's Mental Health Monday, Mick Coyle was joined by Emma Springford & Cathy Owen from Blackbrook Royals JRLFC. After losing one of the team's parents to suicide, they decided to get involved with charity State of Mind, who specialise in delivering mental health workshops to players.
Dr. Phil Cooper from State of Mind joined Emma, Cathy & Mick Coyle in the studio to share his perspective on player wellbeing.
Originally broadcast 17th February 2020.
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Produced by @John_Fogarty.
2020-02-1729 min
Mental Health MondayEpisode 82: Feeling Funny MumsOn this week’s podcast Mick Coyle spoke to the team behind “Feeling Funny Mums”.
Mental Health Monday has already featured the Feeling Funny course for men and this time, it’s the Mums turn!
Project manager Helen Holden was alongside volunteer Lauren Livesey to talk about how the course aims to boost women’s confidence and mental health.
Plus, celebrity Mum Izzy Judd tells Mick Coyle about the ups and downs of being a new parent and what women can do to help their well-being after having a child.
Get involved w...
2018-09-2438 min
Mental Health MondayEpisode 73: Dr. Sue Martin MBEMick was joined by Dr. Sue Martin on Mental Health Monday to talk about her tireless work in Liverpool with regards to mental health.
Sue has recently received an MBE for her work in mental health and runs drop in centres, counselling and much more for free.
She tells Mick her story, why she is so passionate about mental health and what she believes still needs to be done.
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2018-07-2334 min
Mental Health Monday17: Mental Health ExtraJake Mills joined Mick Coyle for another episode of Mental Health Extra where they looked back on Daniel's story.
Daniel was a victim of child sexual abuse and found himself on the wrong side of the law.
Mick and Jake spoke about the counselling Daniel had to attend after his case and whether it's the right option for everybody.
Plus, how you should pursue your dreams and not let mental health stop you from achieving your goals.
Follow Mick Coyle @MrMickCoyle and Jake Mills @JakeMills1
Access your nearest mental h...
2018-07-1716 min
Mental Health MondayEpisode 67: Jack Hunter-SpiveyParalympian Jack Hunter-Spivey joins Mick Coyle for an open and honest conversation about his mental health battles.
Jack’s sporting story is an inspirational one, but his mental health story is one that he’s more than keen to share. Growing up on Merseyside, he faced a number of challenges, and he tells Mick how he’s learning to overcome them.
Follow Jack on Twitter @JackHSTT, and Mick via @MrMickCoyle.
2018-06-0433 min
Mental Health Monday64: Episode 64: Jonathan Harvey & Prof. Peter KindermanOn this week’s (belated) edition of Mental Health Monday, Mick Coyle talks to Coronation Street writer Jonathan Harvey about the tragic events unfolding in Weatherfield, and the real-life experiences that inspired them. And later, University of Liverpool Professor of Clinical Psychology Peter Kinderman joins Mick to talk about the ‘Pint of Science’ festival taking place on the 14th-16th May.
Catch Liverpool Live with Mick Coyle weekdays from 11am-3pm on Radio City Talk.
Follow @MrMickCoyle on twitter, or email mick@radiocity.co.uk
Originally broadcast on 8th May 2018.
Produced by Liz...
2018-05-0830 min
Mental Health Monday7: Mental Health ExtraMick Coyle and Jake Mills discuss Sarah's story on Mental Health Extra and the stigma surrounding bipolar, particularly in men.
Find out more information about her boxing event here: www.facebook.com/RichsLastFight
Plus, with the recent deaths of Dale Winton and Avicii, Mick and Jake take a look at how the media report deaths and the suggestions surrounding mental health.
If you want to find mental health services near you, check out www.hubofhope.co.uk
Check out @MrMickCoyle and @jakemills1 on twitter, and email mick@radiocity.co.uk
2018-04-2422 min
Mental Health Monday6: Mental Health ExtraMick Coyle and Jake Mills discuss a story which suggests mental health problems in the emergency services are reaching beyond crisis point.
Pete Singleton from the Merseyside Police Federation sets out the facts.
Also on the agenda, new figures suggest suicide rates in universities are at a higher rate than similarly aged people in the rest of society.
Mick shares his own memories of his time of universities.
If you want to find mental health services near you, check out www.hubofhope.co.uk
Check out @MrMickCoyle and @jakemills1...
2018-04-1721 min
Mental Health MondayEpisode 60: Shame, Secrets and Finding SuccessVal McKie joins Mick for an emotional Mental Health Monday. Val shares her story about being abused as a child, and how that impacted on her life.
She now tours the world as an inspirational speaker through the “Touchpoint Change” organisation.
Find her details here: www.linkedin.com/in/valmckie/
Also on the programme, Mind Ambassador Frankie Bridge from girlband “The Saturdays” joins Mick ahead of her appearance in Disney on Ice at Liverpool’s Echo Arena.
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If you want to find mental health ser...
2018-04-0939 min
Mental Health Monday1: Mental Health ExtraMental health campaigner, Jake Mills, joined Mick Coyle for a new extended #MentalHealthMonday feature, Mental Health Extra.
Mental Health Extra takes a deeper look into the weekly podcast and Mick and Jake discuss mental health news stories from the week.
This week Mick and Jake looked at the Liverpool City Region Mental Health Summit and the work of local Blue Light Mind Champion, Paul Bannister.
Visit the Hub of Hope here: www.hubofhope.co.uk
Follow Mick Coyle @MrMickCoyle and Jake Mills @JakeMills1
2018-03-0717 min
Mental Health MondayEpisode 54: Talking Eating DisordersLeigh Best, founder of Talking Eating Disorders, joined Mick Coyle in the studio ahead of 'Eating Disorders Awareness Week' which takes place from Monday 26th February.
Leigh was alongside Tina Marsh, who's daughter suffered with an eating disorder, and Cara from St Helens who told her story of how she dealt with her own eating disorder.
They looked at certain elements of different types of disorders and how they can severely affect your mental health.
Find out more about Talking Eating Disorders here: http://tedsuk.com/
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2018-02-1946 min
Mental Health MondayEpisode 53: From Addiction To ArtThe Fallen Angels Dance Theatre group joined Mick Coyle in the studio to talk about they use art to help people in recovery from addiction.
Veterans Johnny and Sam were alongside Claire Morris, also from Fallen Angels, and they told Mick about their previous addictions to drugs and how performing has helped them with their mental health.
Plus, hear from author Michael Maitland on his book “Out of the Madhouse” that he co-wrote with his Dad, Iain, on anxiety and depression.
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2018-02-1237 min
Mental Health MondayEpisode 52: Children's Mental Health Week 2018It's #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek this week and Mick Coyle was joined by Sarah Kendrick, Head of Service at Place2Be who are the driving force behind this campaign.
Sarah told Mick about the reasons behind the campaign, her thoughts on how young people deal with their mental health and how the Duchess of Cambridge is a big supporter.
Mick was also joined in the studio by Erin, Charlotte and Jess from Archbishop Blanch. They were taking part in this year's NowFest which was featured in last week's podcast - a festival for young people who use performing a...
2018-02-0534 min
Mental Health MondayEpisode 51: Self Care, Marathons and MedicationLocal podcaster Steph Heneghan joined Mick for this week's Mental Health Monday to talk about how she deals with her mental health through self care, running and prescribed medication.
Steph told Mick how she believes exercise helps her through her day to day mental health and how it is her best form of therapy.
Plus, find out about local festival 'NOW Festival' from the Merseyside Youth Association team who use performing arts to teach the importance of mental health to young people in the area.
Follow Mick Coyle @MrMickCoyle, Steph @shennners and the...
2018-01-2942 min
Mental Health MondayEpisode 50: Michelle PartingtonIt's the first Mental Health Monday since last week's 24 hour Mental Health Marathon!
Mick reflected on last week's show and you can hear the highlight's of the marathon on this week's podcast.
One of Mental Health Marathon's contributors, Michelle Partington, joined Mick Coyle for Episode 50. Michelle is a former RAF military medic and lives with PTSD and told of how she suffered with anxiety when serving in the forces. She also spoke of how being in the RAF affected her after she left the forces and the struggles she faced day to day.
P...
2018-01-2253 min
Mental Health MondayEpisode 47: Christmas Celebrity SpecialMick Coyle was joined by a bunch of celebrity guests for this week's Mental Health Monday to get their views on mental health and how they also look after their own wellbeing.
“People just want to find your weakness, and poke at it.” Pussycat Doll Kimberly Wyatt talks body confidence, mental health and social media.
“The sight the sound, the feel of the water, I find it very therapeutic” Olympian Mark Foster says swimming is still good for his mental health, even if it doesn’t win him medals.
“The trickiest thing with mental healt...
2017-12-1134 min
Mental Health MondayEpisode 46: The Green PaperMick Coyle looked into the government's plans to plough an extra £300mil funding into school's to help with extra mental health support for children.
The Health Secretary, Jeremy Hunt, revealed plans for what he says is an 'ambitious' attempt to transform the treatment of young people with mental health problems.
The government released a Green Paper detailing that children in England are to be seen within four weeks, as part of a trial and how there will also be specialists in every school and college.
Andy Tremarco, headteacher of St. Teresa of Lisieux C...
2017-12-0428 min
Mental Health MondayEpisode 45: Carmel and Oscar’s storyLocal mum, Carmel Giansante, joined Mick Coyle to tell her story about the tragic death of her son, Oscar Phillips, who took his own life at the age of 16.
An inquest heard that Oscar took his own life at Capenhurst station and Carmel wants to ensure that more measures are taken to help vulnerable people at train stations with less staff or are un-manned.
Plus, hear from David Ashton from Liverpool Samaritans, about their #SmallTalkSavesLives campaign which is also there to help people who may think about taking their own life at a train station.
2017-11-2740 min
Mental Health MondayEpisode 44: Chris KirklandFormer Liverpool and England keeper, Chris Kirkland, joined Mick Coyle to open up about his experiences with mental health.
He told Mick of how anxiety and depression resulted in his early retirement from football and how he wants to encourage others in the sport to speak up.
Also, mental health campaigner Angela Samata and Jane Boland, Suicide Prevention Lead for Merseycare, tell Mick about their new suicide prevention training that can be undertaken by anyone in the UK in just 20 minutes.
Plus, hear about a local meditation group and an event they have...
2017-11-2047 min
Mental Health MondayEpisode 42: LonelinessLynn Collins from the North West TUC joined Mick Coyle on Mental Health Monday to discuss various stories including poverty and loneliness and how it can affect mental health.
A report from Action for Children found that more than half of parents have felt feelings of loneliness and how it also affects children and young people too.
Plus, hear Emma Cuddy’s story on how her physical health affected her mental health and her top tips on how nutrition can affect your mental health.
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2017-11-0623 min
Mental Health MondayEpisode 41: Children's Mental HealthOn Mental Health Monday this week, Mick Coyle looked at the latest report on children's mental health services and longer waiting times for children wanting to see a mental health specialist.
It was discussed on our weekly Panel with teacher Mike Hussey, Peter Oliver who works with young scouts and podcaster Steph Heneghan. Plus, Wavertree MP Luciana Berger gave her views on the recent findings.
Mick also spoke to local dad John Myers from Huyton, whose son took his own life and after his death was found to have a gambling addiction.
Also...
2017-10-3045 min
Mental Health MondayEpisode 36: The Postcode LotteryWavertree MP and President of Labour's campaign for mental health, Luciana Berger, joined Mick Coyle on this week's Mental Health Monday.
Luciana told Mick that she believes it is a postcode lottery when it comes to mental health services and that mental health funding should be ring-fenced.
Also - find out about this year's Liverpool Mental Health festival with Claire Stevens from the Liverpool Mental Health Consortium.
Follow Mick Coyle @MrMick Coyle, Luciana Berger MP @lucianaberger & Liverpool Mental Health Consortium @LMHC
2017-09-2528 min
Mental Health MondayEpisode 27: Opening Up CricketMick Coyle was joined by Mark Boyns from the 'Opening Up' organisation who work to promote mental well-being and suicide prevention through cricket.
Mark told of his own personal experiences with mental health and how he wants to encourage others within the cricket world to talk about their mental health - both positive and negative sides.
Find out more about Opening Up Cricket here: http://www.openingupcricket.com/
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2017-07-2433 min
Mental Health MondayEpisode 21: Super League to suicide and backThis week, former Rugby League star Danny Sculthorpe joins Mick Coyle to share his mental health journey.
Left unable to walk because of back injury, Danny was driven to the brink of suicide before turning his life around.
He tells Mick how the injury impacted his life, how he lost his home and how he’s now training to be a mental health counsellor in his own right.
Follow Danny on Twitter @DanScully8
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As heard on Radio City Talk’s Liverpool Live on DAB, AM a...
2017-06-1227 min