Bobby Temps

Mental - The Podcast to Destigmatise Mental Health

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Best Health Podcast 4 years running at The People’s Choice Podcast Awards 🏆 Mental was created by Bobby Temps to break down mental health stigma and discrimination. Joined by special guests, the podcast is a safe space to hear honest and insightful mental health interviews in the hope listeners will feel more empowered to continue the conversation with others. Every other Thursday we delve into a factor in mental health and how to better manage it. You’ll also better understand different conditions from first-hand experience, with inspiring guests and surprising statistics. Start listening fr...

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Bobby Temps

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Health

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mentalpodcast.co.uk

Latest episode

Jun 27, 2024

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Episodes

209: Eating Disorders & Body Image - Learning just how inaccurate my perception can be really helps with Anna Sinski 08.09.2021

This week we’re talking eating disorders with Psychotherapist and friend of the pod Anna Sinski. In the conversation we explore a range of different conditions and how body image plays a role in recovery. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how t...

208: Identity - Mental illness doesn’t define us but these experiences are part of you with Cheddar Gorgeous 31.08.2021

New episodes are on the way from next week so please enjoy this favourite from the archive whilst we get them ready… We’re breaking down identity this week with drag queen and anthropologist Cheddar Gorgeous. We talk stereotypes as part of stigma, body dysmorphia and self acceptance in this powerful conversation. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while man...

207: Change - Moving country, back to school and new freedoms with Bobby Temps & Danielle Hogan 26.08.2021

This week it’s just us hosts as we talk change as a factor in mental health whilst sharing some life exciting life updates. Apologies for the difference in audio for this one, Bobby’s microphone audio corrupted so he’s on the backup Zoom audio. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or c...

206: BFRBs - Trichotillomania and Dermatillomania can be hard enough to say, let alone understand with Jessica Farmery & Luisa Zettinig 18.08.2021

This week we are talking about a range of conditions that are often misunderstood despite how incredibly common they are and a new tech product that can support recovery with Jessica Farmery & Luisa Zettinig. Check out the Nudge Band HERE Find NHS information on: Trichotillomania Dermatillomania Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own...

205: Time Pressure - I’ve found confronting my limitations incredibly empowering rather than chasing the impossible schedule with Oliver Burkeman 12.08.2021

Whilst it doesn’t escape my notice the dramatic irony of an episode about Time Pressure going out later in the day… Please join us for this uplifting conversation with Oliver Burkeman around what happens we stop focusing on having a perfectly time efficient life and explore all that we actually can achieve instead. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while m...

204: Cancer - My doctor may have cured it but they didn’t help me to figure out what to do after with Matthew Zachary 03.08.2021

Matthew Zachary joins us to share his incredible insight into how cancer treatment has changed over the last 50 years. Including mental health support now being a core part of treatment for many people. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to...

203: Community - This has been the biggest factor in my drinking but also how I turned it around with Ruari Fairbairns 27.07.2021

We’re joined by the founder of One Year No Beer Ruari Fairbairns to talk all about dismantling habits and peer pressure. He also shares insights on ingrained trauma, stereotypes and living on small islands. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how...

202: Looking back on 200 episodes with Erin Enfys 25.07.2021

Today we are celebrating a surreal milestone with a special guest Erin Enfys… Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it. Find our new show ‘Dating Games - The Modern Relationships Podcast’ HERE Petition to 'Get Mental Health Edu...

201: Sexuality - Identity can take a while to figure out but I feel stronger for it with Brendan Geoghegan & Matthew Riley 22.07.2021

Brendan Geoghegan and Matthew Riley of Bottoming Podcast join us to share their insights on sexuality as a factor in mental health. Take a listen for a nuanced look at representation, stereotypes and self acceptance. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mi...

200: Disassociation - Getting to have conversations where you’re truly understood, nothing beats that with Joe Perkins 13.07.2021

Welcome to our 200th episode. A milestone that has truly crept up faster than we can explain… For this one we’re joined by the mesmerising Joe Perkins to share his perspective on a Depersonalisation and Derealisation Disorder. We discuss why this condition isn’t better know given its prevalence whilst getting granular about stigma and masking behaviours.  Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of B...

199: Surf Therapy - Being immersed in the ocean is where I found my peace that I now get to share with others with Kris Primacio 08.07.2021

We’re delighted to be joined by Kris Primacio to talk about a cutting edge therapeutic method were so fascinated in. So dive in for an uplifting, moving and immersive journey through the waves to find Surf Therapy. Listen to Being On The Inside from Nina Abeysuriya HERE Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday w...

198: HIV - The modern treatment available is incredible and allows me to live a normal healthy life with Rachel Greaves 30.06.2021

This week we’re talking to inspirational guest Rachel Greaves about the link between HIV and mental health. In this empowering interview she shares insight on overcoming parallel stigmas and just how far modern treatment has progressed. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition...

197: Self Care - We strive to make it fun rather than yet another chore or competition with Lauren Mishcon & Nicole Goodman 24.06.2021

This week we’re join by the incredible hosts behind podcast Self Care Club who share what they’ve been testing and what really works. We also chat social media, parenting and boundaries in this uplifting episode. Use our code ‘MENTAL15’ at remysleep.com for 15% OFF We’re joined by fellow podcaster Poppy Jamie to cover this vital theme as the world unlocks. Poppy shares practical tips to get off th...

196: Perfectionism - I used to think my mental health was almost like a game I was going to complete with Poppy Jamie 17.06.2021

We’re joined by fellow podcaster Poppy Jamie to cover this vital theme as the world unlocks. Poppy shares practical tips to get off the never ending treadmill for a perfectly imagined life. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage...

195: Recovery - Once you realise there’s no end point it really takes the pressure off with Hope Virgo, Charles Edison & Byron Langley 09.06.2021

This week we’re sharing a favourite from the archive. Our first episode recorded in front of a live audience. Join us and a brilliant panel of guests as we break down the challenges and perks of recovery. With guests Hope Virgo, Charles Edison & Byron Langley. Recorded at Colours Hoxton on February 8th 2020 Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while manag...

194: Checking In - The three words that changed my life were ‘I Need Help’ with Michelle Williams 03.06.2021

We’re joined by the brilliant Michelle Williams to discuss the importance of checking in on our mental health and those around us. She also shares moving insight on the support she needed with Depression around the time of the Destiny’s Child reunion at Coachella. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delv...

193: Kindness - All the best mental health support has this at its core with Born This Way Foundation 26.05.2021

This week Taylor M Parker and Maya Smith of Born This Way Foundation join us to talk about the simple but transformative impact of kindness on mental health. Born This Way Foundation, co-founded and led by Lady Gaga and her mother, Cynthia Germanotta, supports the mental health of young people and works with them to create a kinder and braver world. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby T...

192: Isolation - Living through this has been a reminder of my true priorities with Alex Hobern 18.05.2021

This week we’re exploring isolation as a factor in mental health with someone who went through a style of lockdown before any of us did as a winner of Channel 4’s The Circle. Alex Hobern also shares his perspective on therapy, negative coping mechanisms and of course social media. Also check out guest co-host Kyle More’s podcast by searching for Life’s a Wreck in your favourite podcast place. Here...

191: Samaritans - That first contact was the turning point for my mental health with Lisa Nealan 11.05.2021

For this special Mental Health Awareness Week episode we’re joined by Samaritans Volunteer Lisa Nealan to shine light on this wonderful service. We also discuss the joy of supporting others and the impact stammers can have on mental health. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condi...

190: Fear - Sometimes your role is to wait it out and make yourself comfortable as possible because fear fades with Claire Eastham 06.05.2021

We are joined by the funny and insightful Claire Eastham to discuss ways we can all work to dismantle fear. Plus stigma, anxiety, naps, rollercoasters and MSN all make their way into the chat in this packed episode. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the min...

189: Public Speaking - The adrenalin rush that used to scare me I’ve learned to draw confidence from with Vix Leyton 28.04.2021

This week we’re joined by comedian Vix Leyton who shares her experience overcoming a fear of public speaking. We also have a brilliant conversation about body image pressures and the demonising of food. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to...

188: Belonging - True connection starts by embracing who we really are with Alex Holmes 21.04.2021

Fellow Podcaster Alex Holmes joins us for an empowering chat about finding community and self acceptance even in these strange times. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it. Give Wild deodorant a try at 20% off with code ‘MEN...

187: Racism - It’s ok to talk about and acknowledge, otherwise every room I walk into there’s an elephant and it’s me with Grace Barrett 15.04.2021

For a theme very close to our heart we’re joined by educator and advocate Grace Barrett. Having been a previous guest on the topic of Self Esteem it’s great to catch up with a friend to reflect on this major factor in mental health. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition tha...

186: Burnout - I couldn’t figure out why even small tasks felt so impossible with Anne Helen Petersen 07.04.2021

Originally released in September 2020  We’re revisiting one of our most popular episodes this week with Anne Helen Petersen. Who shares how burnout is fast defining a generation and the steps we can all take to recognise the signs sooner.  Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condit...

185: Headlines - It can be difficult to admit how much the news influences our outlook with Lucy Nichol 01.04.2021

Popular past guest Lucy Nichol returns to talk about the influence of media reporting on stigma. Plus in a time when we’re more reliant on the news to keep up with restrictions and health advice what happens when this consumption is actually damaging your health. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve...

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