Kooth Podcast

When your childhood is shaped entirely by responsibility, it can be hard to know where you actually begin. In this episode, host Hettie is joined by Jemima and Ruthie from MYTIME Young Carers - a brilliant charity based in Dorset supporting young carers aged 5 to 25. Together, we talk about what it’s really like trying to figure out who you are when you’ve spent your life caring for someone. We op...

What does the world think a young carer looks like? And how far is that image from the actual truth? I'm Hettie, and in this episode, I'm joined by Bradley and Felicity from MYTIME Young Carers - a brilliant charity based in Dorset supporting young carers aged 5 to 25. We aim to dig into the massive gap between public perception and our actual lived experiences. There is a huge disconnect...

It’s a heavy confession, but it’s a reality for so many young carers. I'm Jemima, and in this episode, I'm joined by Moriah and Nicole from MYTIME Young Carers - a brilliant charity based in Dorset supporting young carers aged 5 to 25. Together, we are diving deep into the messy, complex, and often unspoken layers of resentment. Sometimes, that resentment is directed at well-meaning friend...

Heads up: This content mentions suicide and mental health. If this feels difficult, please take care of yourself and pause if you need to. If you’re inspired by Kit’s challenge and want to create your own, make sure you do it safely, with support from others, and in a way that respects your own needs and limits. Welcome to The Action Log , a new audio Q&A featuring the voices and insights of K...

Have you got questions about reporting a crime? In this bite-size series, we ask Darren, a former police officer the questions that people really want the answers to. In this mini episode, we ask: are the police really like the ones you see on TV?

Have you got questions about reporting a crime? In this bite-size series, we ask Darren, a former police officer the questions that people really want the answers to. In this mini episode, we ask: can I pass on information anonymously?

Have you got questions about reporting a crime? In this bite-size series, we ask Darren, a former police officer the questions that people really want the answers to. In this mini episode, we ask: is it natural to feel worried or scared when reporting a crime?

Have you got questions about reporting a crime? In this bite-size series, we ask Darren, a former police officer the questions that people really want the answers to. In this mini episode, we ask: what advice do you have for anyone thinking about reporting a crime?

Have you got questions about reporting a crime? In this bite-size series, we ask Darren, a former police officer the questions that people really want the answers to. In this mini episode, we ask: what if I know the person I'm reporting?

Have you got questions about reporting a crime? In this bite-size series, we ask Darren, a former police officer the questions that people really want the answers to. In this mini episode, we ask: what if I want to report a crime but I'm worried about all the questions?

This special episode of the Kooth podcast is brought to you in collaboration with HideOut Youth Zone in Manchester. Listen in to hear us chat to Max, Kane and Jennifer all about secret stresses, the everyday stuff that gets to us but we don't always talk about.

In this episode, we speak to Maddie, someone whose anxiety eventually prevented her from going to school. She loved learning, and she enjoyed school for a long time until she didn't. Listen in to hear all about what school was really like for Maddie, what she learned from her experience, and the advice she'd give her younger self.

In this episode, Mona and Leith reflect on the ups and downs of studying abroad, the emotional challenges of being far from home, and the power of finding the right people. From the first few weeks of Uni to forming real connections, we explore why community is everything for international students.

In this episode, some of the boys at Kooth had a chat about the importance of role models for young men and boys. Listen in to see what they had to say.

In this episode, we chatted to Anna Zoe Quirke, an author, librarian, and also a regular contributor to the Kooth magazine. Today we wanted to talk to her about the importance of neurodiverse representation and of course her latest book, ’something to be proud of’ and why she was inspired to write it. It’s a book full of friendship, diversity, and finding where you belong.

Here at Kooth we don’t think being shy is something you necessarily need to ‘get over’, or ‘overcome’, especially if that shyness is more about being reserved in nature rather than extreme shyness that makes everyday life a bit difficult. It can be really important to see some of the very real benefits of being more reserved. So for this international women’s day, we want to give the biggest shout...

We often have massive expectations when we go to uni, so when things don't go the way we plan, it can make us feel like we've failed in some way whether it's academically, or even socially. In this episode with Gemma, Rory, Jamal, and Grace, we chat about the expectations we had at university, what we perceived as failures, and what we learned when things didn't go according to pla...

In this audio article, autistic mental health writer, Anna, guides us through what it's like to go to uni when you're autistic. Listen in to hear her top tips, and words of encouragement.

In this episode we spoke to sleep expert, Emily Guiver. Ever wondered why teenagers need more sleep? Maybe how your sleep quality can affect your mental health? Or have you ever thought about how you can get a good nights sleep before an exam? Listen in for more...

" We often hear about the positive impacts of physical activity and movement on our mental health and wellbeing, but there may be times when physical activity feels difficult for all sorts of reasons." Listen in to counsellor, Gemma, discussing the impact of movement on our mental health, how being active might not always feel so great, and how we might work with any barriers we might ha...

We’ve collaborated with the charity, Winston’s Wish, who help support children and young people with grief and loss. We spoke to three lovely members of the Winston’s Wish Youth Ambassador team to answer important questions on grief, like: Does everyone experience grief in the same way? When is it okay to feel happy again when you’ve been affected by grief?  How does grief change over time?  For p...

If you’re looking for some relaxation before bed, why not listen to our bedtime meditation? It can help you feel calmer and a bit more comfortable at night, so you can fall asleep with ease.

In this podcast, we speak to Aanisah, a secondary school teacher who is a practising Muslim. We discuss how faith and culture can affect your mental health, and the importance of role models and representation, especially for Muslim girls.

We understand how important it is for young people in the care system to feel heard. In this podcast, Carina, a youth worker at Kooth, speaks to a young person about their involvement in her project 'Pass the Parcel,' which explores how young people can represent their feelings of being passed around in the care system through objects.

Sometimes we can get so swept away in our feelings or the things we have to do in a day. In the rush of it all, we may get overwhelmed and need to take a moment to stop and collect ourselves. In this short audio, counsellor, Gemma, takes us through a quick STOP technique to help us find quick moments of calm throughout the day.