Afternoon Tea

In this episode of Afternoon Tea, we explore masculinity, emotional expression, and men’s mental health. With our two hosts/baristas, Krish and Bella, we spill the tea with our guest, Wade Wilson, Founder of X-4RCE CIC. Together, we unpack how the foundations laid in adolescence can shape how boys and young men understand themselves, express emotions, and respond to pressure. Through an open and h...

In this episode of Afternoon Tea, we explore trust in services and systems, and how mental health challenges can affect engagement and reporting. With our two hosts/baristas, Lisa and Krish, we spill the tea with our guest, Hayley Brown, CEO of Link To Change. Together, we unpack the barriers that can make it difficult for individuals and communities to seek help, and how these challenges can impa...

In this episode of Afternoon Tea, we explore accessing help and support, and how understanding mental health shapes trust in policing and professional services. With our hosts/baristas, Lisa, Bella and Krish, we spill the tea on the importance of open communication between young people and professionals, and how trust is built – or broken – through these interactions. Through an honest and thought...

In this episode of Afternoon Tea, we explore identity, belonging, and the pressures that shape confidence and decision-making in young people. With our two hosts/baristas, Lisa and Bella, we spill the tea with our guest, Tyrrel Clara, Co-Founder of Everyone’s Gang. Together, we unpack the realities behind serious violence and exploitation, and how trauma, fear, anxiety, and unmet mental health nee...

In this episode of Afternoon Tea, we dive into a conversation about social media, self-esteem, and youth voice. Joined by our guest, Paddy Crump, Campaigns and Content Lead at FlippGen , your hosts/baristas, Bella and Lisa spill the tea on how listening to young people’s experiences can help shape more compassionate and supportive systems. From the impact of social media on confidence and identity...

In this episode of Afternoon Tea, we explore stress, resilience, and finding a way forward. With our two hosts/baristas, Lisa and Krish, we spill the tea with our guest Abid Hussain, Trustee of Faith In Queens Park. The conversation looks at the emotional realities and barriers many victims face - including shame, fear, anxiety, and mistrust - and why these experiences can make reaching out for su...

Ever feel like stress or strong emotions are taking over? You’re not alone. In this debut episode, hosts/baristas Krish and Bella spill the tea with Karl Wardle, Managing Director of The Skill Lab, about how stress, trauma, and unprocessed emotions can sometimes lead to challenging behaviour – and, more importantly, what you can do before things spiral. 🎧 What You’ll Get from This Episode: Why ta...