Back & Forth: A Men's Mental Health Podcast

This week on Back & Forth, Dan and Vish are joined by Dale for an open and deeply honest conversation about relationships, fatherhood, and navigating life after separation. Dale speaks candidly about the breakdown of his marriage and the emotional impact that followed , sharing what it’s like to sit with grief, uncertainty, and major change while trying to keep moving forward. The conversation...

This week on Back & Forth , Dan and Vish are properly back for the first episode of 2026 and easing into the new year with a relaxed catch-up. They chat about quiet New Years, flu jabs, feeling rough, and why January doesn’t always come with a big fresh start. From fireworks and family time to staying in, resting, and not forcing yourself into new routines straight away, it’s a reminder that s...

This week on Back & Forth , Dan and Vish kick off the New Year with a reflective, honest conversation about where the podcast — and the charity behind it — is heading as they step into 2026. Fresh off the chaos of the Christmas quiz, t hey look back on a big, challenging year filled with highs, lows, lessons, and growth , while sharing a genuine sense of pride in how far things have come. They...

This week on Back & Forth , Dan, Vish and Will bring some festive chaos to the studio with a Christmas Quiz Special , with Taylor stepping in as quiz master and Hannah keeping the scores in check. Before the quiz even gets underway, the lads vent about everything that winds them up at Christmas — from feral crowds in London and Black Friday madness to hotel booking disasters , cancelled trains...

This week on Back & Forth , Dan and Vish reflect on recent conversations and dive into an honest discussion about relationships, dating, confidence and communication. Building on themes from the previous episode, they explore how childhood experiences, insecurity and unresolved trauma can quietly shape the way we show up in relationships — from jealousy and trust to money, masculinity and emot...

This week on Back & Forth , Dan and Vish sit down with Tom, who opens up about the realities of growing up in the middle of a broken home and dealing with years of emotional, physical and psychological abuse. He talks honestly about being used as the punch-bag for a failed relationship , how that shaped his sense of self, and what it’s taken to rebuild his life since leaving home at 15. From t...

This week on Back & Forth , Dan and Vish get real about isolation, loneliness and all the messy stuff that comes with feeling stuck in your own head. They talk openly about how easy it is to slip into unhealthy habits when life gets heavy , and how even the smallest bit of effort — a message, a walk, a chat, five minutes of someone’s time — can make a massive difference. From the importance of...

This week on Back & Forth , Vish is joined by Taylor and Harrison. The guys dive into the everyday battle of self-sabotage —why we do it, how it derails our progress, and what it takes to break free. From Taylor’s “PhD in self-sabotage” to Harrison’s honest reflections on anxiety and expectation, they unpack the internal conflicts that stop us from embracing the very opportunities we once wish...

This week on Back & Forth , Dan and Vish are joined by John Slinger, MP for Rugby , to discuss mental health, coping strategies, and the importance of switching off in a busy modern world. John shares personal insights into balancing the demands of public life, the value of family time, and the restorative effects of running and time in nature. The conversation highlights the pressures techno...

This week on Back & Forth , Dan, Will, and Vish sit down with Rob to unpack what really makes communication work in relationships. From asking better questions to learning how to express emotions clearly, the group explores how small shifts in language can make a big difference when tensions rise. They talk about the power of swapping “why” for “what” to avoid defensiveness , and how addressin...

Welcome to Back and Forth This week on Back & Forth , Dan and Will sit down with Jack to continue sharing his story as a survivor of male-on-male sexual assault. Jack recounts the events that unfolded, the impact it had on his life, and the emotional and legal journey that followed . He talks about the trauma of the assault itself, the struggle to process what happened , and the challenges of...

Welcome to Back and Forth On this week's episode, Will and Vish dive into the ups and downs of digital communication from the texts we overthink, the messages left on read, and the weird anxiety that comes with being constantly connected. They chat about the whole “ digital hide and seek ” thing, where people pull back from conversations without really meaning to, and how that can feel a lot like...

Welcome to Back and Forth This week on Back & Forth, Dan and Vish chat all about kindness, boundaries, and the small habits that shape our overall well-being . From the food we eat to the words we speak to ourselves, the conversation explores how mindfulness, gratitude, and journaling can transform our outlook on life. They dive into why setting healthy boundaries isn’t about shutting people o...

Welcome to Back and Forth This week on Back & Forth , Dan and Vish sit down with Darren and Alex to unpack the emotional and often complex realities of fatherhood. From the challenges of single parenting and navigating the court system to coping with parental alienation and emotional struggles , the conversation offers a raw and honest look at what many fathers face behind closed doors. The gu...

Welcome to Back and Forth This week on Back & Forth , Will, Dan and Vish take the podcast LIVE! In this very special episode the guys are joined by past guests, Doug, Jack, Finn and Coggy to open up about their personal journey through mental health , addiction , and parenthood , exploring how comedy , community , and mindfulness have shaped his path toward personal growth and emotional well-b...

Welcome to Back and Forth This week on Back & Forth , Will, Dan and Vish reflect on their routines, shifting work schedules, address the elephant in the room and the emotional impact of their podcast journey. They open up about the importance of mental health and share their recent experiences sofa shopping, where customer service played a big role. The conversation also looks ahead to excitin...

Welcome to Back and Forth This week on Back & Forth , Dan and Vish open up about the challenges of mental health and why it’s so important to talk about struggles openly . They share personal experiences of crisis moments that, while difficult, often lead to growth and self-discovery . The conversation dives into the importance of self-care, the weight of empathy, and why setting boundaries is...

Welcome to Back and Forth This week on Back & Forth, Liam, Dan and Vish are back at it — and it’s a big one, because Vish is officially joining as a brand-new permanent co-host! The lads cover everything from family adventures in sunny Mexico to the surprisingly strong connection between food and mood . There’s chat about chocolate as a happiness hack, some honest reflections on their own eati...

Welcome to Back and Forth This week on Back & Forth , Liam and Vish get into the real talk around parenting, mental health, and the ups and downs of personal growth. They share honest experiences about what it’s like to navigate the challenges of raising kids today, from juggling societal pressures to having those sometimes awkward but important conversations about emotions and body awareness....

Welcome to Back and Forth This week Liam and Will are joined by Fin from Ghetto Grub UK! They chat all about how Fin went from Day 1 of setting up Ghetto Grub Uk to having a visit from Food Challenge YouTube Star ' Beard Meats Food ' in under a week, the mental health effects of opening a restaurant & online criticism. From having burger pictures saved in his phone to running a successful burg...

Welcome to Back and Forth This week Liam and Will are swapping stories from their recent travels – including a trip to Turkey that had it all: airport stress, hotel mix-ups, amazing food, and a few “what just happened?” moments. The boys chat about how travel can mess with your head, why airports are basically designed to test your patience, and the good bits that make it all worthwhile. From dodg...

Welcome to Back and Forth This week, Dan and Liam discuss how summer holidays are a money scam, upcoming holidays with their families and Dan's plans to rock his speedos all day, everyday to attract new listeners whilst he's in Mexico! You didn't know Dan was going to Mexico? To be fair he's not mentioned it before! From the ups and downs of parenting during the holidays to the joy (and occasional...

Welcome to Back and Forth This week, Dan is joined by Vish for a chat all about how hobbies can help you look after your mental health. From Lego builds and flat-pack furniture to the surprisingly addictive world of geocaching, they cover it all. Somewhere along the way, they decide that putting together a bookcase is way more satisfying than painting a wall, and swap stories about pricey Lego set...

Welcome to Back and Forth In this episode, the lads look back on their recent community fun day — a day that started a bit rainy but ended up being perfect (and slightly chaotic, as all good events are). They also speak about their recent personal struggles with opening up, but that's where friendship can be a life raft when things get tough, and how cracking jokes can open doors to deeper convers...

Welcome to Back and Forth In this refreshingly honest and uplifting episode, the guys dive into a mix of meaningful and light-hearted topics—from organising a community fun day to navigating life with OCD and confronting the realities of the mental health system . Through personal stories, relatable humour, and candid reflections, the conversation shines a light on the importance of community , co...