Anxiety Uncovered

In this deeply personal episode, Joe is joined by Emma as she shares the story she kept hidden for years, from an idyllic early childhood in Australia to a sudden move to Wales following her parents’ divorce. She reflects on separation from her father, financial hardship and the experiences that shaped her relationship with anxiety long before she recognised it. Together, Joe and Emma explore the...

In this episode, I’m joined by Amy and her teenage daughter Luella in Melbourne, alongside Emma, to find out what Australia’s under-16 social media ban actually looks like from the inside. We talk loopholes, Snapchat, fake ages, feeling left out and why banning an app is nowhere near as simple as it sounds. We also get into the bigger question: how do we help young people build healthier digital h...

In part two of my conversation with Amanda, we talk about the pressures young people are facing online, from social media and criminal exploitation to knife crime, neurodiversity and the very real challenges of keeping children safe. Amanda shares more of Olly’s story, what changed for him during secondary school and why education and prevention matter so much. We also get personal about grief, re...

We’re back! It’s been a little while, but there’s a good reason for that. I’ve been busy working in schools, developing Anxiety Uncovered and seeing first-hand just how much these conversations about anxiety, confidence and communication matter. In this first episode of season two, I’m looking back at where we started and sharing what’s ahead. I’ll introduce my brilliant co-creator Emma Clark, exp...

In this episode, I’m joined by Amanda Stephens, co-founder of Olly’s Work, to talk about her son Olly, who tragically lost his life at just 13 following a social media-related incident. Amanda shares who Olly was, what happened, and the online world her family only fully understood afterwards. We also talk about smartphone addiction, online conflict, grooming, violent content and the pressure youn...

Anxiety Uncovered is back for season two, with more honest conversations, brilliant guests and real-life stories about anxiety. There’s plenty coming, with Joe returning to share open, relatable discussions designed to help listeners feel less alone. This season, Joe will also be joined by his co-creator Emma Clark for special episodes exploring their own experiences with anxiety and the work they...

If you’d like to work with me- in your school, college or event - for a workshop or a talk, just head to  anxietyuncovered.com  for more info. Starting secondary school can feel like stepping into a whole new universe. In this episode, I chat with students about the real worries that come with Year 7, from getting lost to making new friends, and even those wild myths about older kids tha...

If you’d like to work with me- in your school, college or event - for a workshop or a talk, just head to  anxietyuncovered.com  for more info. In this episode of Anxiety Uncovered , I share one of the most powerful transformations I’ve ever witnessed. Daisy went from being too anxious to say her name in a small workshop to standing up as Head Girl and preparing to speak in front of 1400...

If you’d like to work with me- in your school, college or event - for a workshop or a talk, just head to  anxietyuncovered.com  for more info. This episode is a special one. I’m talking to the incredible team behind the MAC programme - that’s Mindfulness for Adolescents and Carers - and honestly, it might just be one of the most exciting approaches to mental health I’ve come across. It’s...

If you’d like to work with me- in your school, college or event - for a workshop or a talk, just head to  anxietyuncovered.com  for more info. In this episode, I’m talking about one of the biggest drivers of anxiety - that pressure to fit in.  From being kicked out of a WhatsApp group to that sinking feeling of being bullied and humiliated. I’m looking at why rejection feels so inte...

If you’d like to work with me- in your school, college or event - for a workshop or a talk, just head to  anxietyuncovered.com  for more info. Ever wondered why anxiety shows up even when you’re doing something good for yourself? In this episode, I go back to our evolutionary roots to unpack why our brains still think we’re being chased by lions when we’re just trying to go to school, hi...

If you’d like to work with me- in your school, college or event - for a workshop or a talk, just head to  anxietyuncovered.com  for more info. Trigger Warning: This episode includes open discussions about anxiety, body image, self-harm, and eating disorders. Please take care while listening and skip this episode if these topics may be triggering for you. Support resources are listed in t...

If you’d like to work with me- in your school, college or event - for a workshop or a talk, just head to  anxietyuncovered.com  for more info. In this very first episode, I say a quick hello and pull back the curtain on my mission- and what’s in store for you on the Anxiety Uncovered Podcast. I share my story of living with anxiety, how I got help, and why I now work with young people an...

If you’d like to work with me- in your school, college or event - for a workshop or a talk, just head to  anxietyuncovered.com  for more info. In this episode, I’m breaking down what anxiety really is, why it shows up, and how it’s different from fear or a full-on anxiety disorder. You’ll hear about the classic anxiety cycle, why our brains love to sound false alarms, and how to stop ove...

Anxiety Uncovered is the podcast that helps young people understand and manage anxiety- while supporting the adults who want to empower them to succeed.. Hosted by Joe Rowntree- stand-up comedian, presenter, and anxiety specialist- the show explores what anxiety is, why it affects us, and most importantly, how to manage it. Each episode is packed with evidence-based techniques, relatable stories,...