Tonic Music

Music and Mind with Adam Ficek

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Hosted by musician and psychotherapist Adam Ficek, this insightful interview series features conversations with leading artists and key figures from the music industry. Together, they explore the complex and often overlooked relationship between music and mental health. Presented by Tonic Music, a mental health charity, this series aims to raise awareness, spark dialogue, and support wellbeing within the music community.

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In conversation with Jim Bob 11.07.2026 36:03

In this podcast for Tonic Music, Adam Ficek talks to Jim Bob from Carter USM, about the intersection of music and mental health. This interview is taken from the Tonic Music Radio Show originally aired on Totally Wired Radio in July 26. Tonic Music is a registered UK charity providing mental health support across the music community. We provide tailored support, facilitated by qualified mental pra...

In conversation with The Clause 13.06.2026 31:16

In this podcast for Tonic Music, Adam Ficek talks to The Clause, about the intersection of music and mental health. This interview is taken from the Tonic Music Radio Show originally aired on Totally Wired Radio in June 26. Tonic Music is a registered UK charity providing mental health support across the music community. We provide tailored support, facilitated by qualified mental practitioners wi...

In conversation with Terry Miles 09.05.2026 32:47

In this podcast for Tonic Music, Adam Ficek talks to Terry Miles, about the intersection of music and mental health. This interview is taken from the Tonic Music Radio Show originally aired on Totally Wired Radio in May 26. Tonic Music is a registered UK charity providing mental health support across the music community. We provide tailored support, facilitated by qualified mental practitioners wi...

In conversation with Emma Swift 11.04.2026 35:26

In this podcast for Tonic Music, Adam Ficek talks to Emma Swift, about the intersection of music and mental health. This interview is taken from the Tonic Music Radio Show originally aired on Totally Wired Radio in April 26. Tonic Music is a registered UK charity providing mental health support across the music community. We provide tailored support, facilitated by qualified mental practitioners w...

In conversation with Marijne van der Vlugt 14.03.2026 32:21

In this podcast for Tonic Music, Adam Ficek talks to Marijne van der Vlugt from the band Salad, about the intersection of music and mental health. This interview is taken from the Tonic Music Radio Show originally aired on Totally Wired Radio in March 26. Tonic Music is a registered UK charity providing mental health support across the music community. We provide tailored support, facilitated by q...

In conversation with Iain Baker 14.02.2026 40:02

In this podcast for Tonic Music, Adam Ficek talks to Iain Baker from the band Jesus Jones, about the intersection of music and mental health. This interview is taken from the Tonic Music Radio Show originally aired on Totally Wired Radio in February 26. Tonic Music is a registered UK charity providing mental health support across the music community. We provide tailored support, facilitated by qua...

In conversation with S*M*A*S*H 10.01.2026 44:18

In this podcast for Tonic Music, Adam Ficek talks to Ed Borrie & Rob Hague from the band S*M*A*S*H, about the intersection of music and mental health. This interview is taken from the Tonic Music Radio Show originally aired on Totally Wired Radio in January 26. Tonic Music is a registered UK charity providing mental health support across the music community. We provide tailored support, facili...

In conversation with The Lovely Eggs 13.12.2025 42:00

In this podcast for Tonic Music, Adam Ficek talks to The Lovely Eggs, about the intersection of music and mental health. This interview is taken from the Tonic Music Radio Show originally aired on Totally Wired Radio in December 25. Tonic Music is a registered UK charity providing mental health support across the music community. We provide tailored support, facilitated by qualified mental practit...

In conversation with Bnann 15.11.2025 42:58

In this podcast for Tonic Music, Adam Ficek talks to Bnann, about the intersection of music and mental health. This interview is taken from the Tonic Music Radio Show originally aired on Totally Wired Radio in November 25. Tonic Music is a registered UK charity providing mental health support across the music community. We provide tailored support, facilitated by qualified mental practitioners wit...

In conversation with Jo Bevan 24.10.2025 30:51

In this podcast for Tonic Music, Adam Ficek talks to Jo Bevan, about the intersection of music and mental health. This interview is taken from the Tonic Music Radio Show originally aired on Totally Wired Radio in October 25. Tonic Music is a registered UK charity providing mental health support across the music community. We provide tailored support, facilitated by qualified mental practitioners w...

In conversation with Alfie Jackson 24.10.2025 26:50

In this podcast for Tonic Music, Adam Ficek talks to Alfie Jackson, about the intersection of music and mental health. This interview is taken from the Tonic Music Radio Show originally aired on Totally Wired Radio in September 25. Tonic Music is a registered UK charity providing mental health support across the music community. We provide tailored support, facilitated by qualified mental practiti...

In conversation with Matt James 24.10.2025 34:46

In this podcast for Tonic Music, Adam Ficek talks to Matt James, about the intersection of music and mental health. This interview is taken from the Tonic Music Radio Show originally aired on Totally Wired Radio in August 25. Tonic Music is a registered UK charity providing mental health support across the music community. We provide tailored support, facilitated by qualified mental practitioners...

In conversation with Horace Panter 24.10.2025 32:38

In this podcast for Tonic Music, Adam Ficek talks to Horace Panter, about the intersection of music and mental health. This interview is taken from the Tonic Music Radio Show originally aired on Totally Wired Radio in July 25. Tonic Music is a registered UK charity providing mental health support across the music community. We provide tailored support, facilitated by qualified mental practitioners...

In conversation with Keeley 24.10.2025 49:14

In this podcast for Tonic Music, Adam Ficek talks to Keeley, about the intersection of music and mental health. This interview is taken from the Tonic Music Radio Show originally aired on Totally Wired Radio in June 25. Tonic Music is a registered UK charity providing mental health support across the music community. We provide tailored support, facilitated by qualified mental practitioners with s...

In conversation with Meghan Wyn 24.10.2025 32:52

In this podcast for Tonic Music, Adam Ficek talks to Meghan Wyn, about the intersection of music and mental health. This interview is taken from the Tonic Music Radio Show originally aired on Totally Wired Radio in May 25. Tonic Music is a registered UK charity providing mental health support across the music community. We provide tailored support, facilitated by qualified mental practitioners wit...

In conversation with James Atkin 24.10.2025 25:54

In this podcast for Tonic Music, Adam Ficek talks to James Atkin, about the intersection of music and mental health. This interview is taken from the Tonic Music Radio Show originally aired on Totally Wired Radio in April 25. Tonic Music is a registered UK charity providing mental health support across the music community. We provide tailored support, facilitated by qualified mental practitioners...

In conversation with Kingsley Hall 24.10.2025 49:40

In this podcast for Tonic Music, Adam Ficek talks to Kingsley Hall, about the intersection of music and mental health. This interview is taken from the Tonic Music Radio Show originally aired on Totally Wired Radio in March 25. Tonic Music is a registered UK charity providing mental health support across the music community. We provide tailored support, facilitated by qualified mental practitioner...

In conversation with Danny McNamara 24.10.2025 41:46

In this podcast for Tonic Music, Adam Ficek talks to Danny McNamara, about the intersection of music and mental health. This interview is taken from the Tonic Music Radio Show originally aired on Totally Wired Radio in February 25. Tonic Music is a registered UK charity providing mental health support across the music community. We provide tailored support, facilitated by qualified mental practiti...

In conversation with Nick Shane 24.10.2025 32:56

In this podcast for Tonic Music, Adam Ficek talks to Nick Shane, about the intersection of music and mental health. This interview is taken from the Tonic Music Radio Show originally aired on Totally Wired Radio in January 25. Tonic Music is a registered UK charity providing mental health support across the music community. We provide tailored support, facilitated by qualified mental practitioners...

In conversation with Bishi 24.10.2025 41:25

In this podcast for Tonic Music, Adam Ficek talks to Bishi, about the intersection of music and mental health. This interview is taken from the Tonic Music Radio Show originally aired on Totally Wired Radio in December 24. Tonic Music is a registered UK charity providing mental health support across the music community. We provide tailored support, facilitated by qualified mental practitioners wit...

In conversation with Silky 24.10.2025 37:00

In this podcast for Tonic Music, Adam Ficek talks to Silky, about the intersection of music and mental health. This interview is taken from the Tonic Music Radio Show originally aired on Totally Wired Radio in November 24. Tonic Music is a registered UK charity providing mental health support across the music community. We provide tailored support, facilitated by qualified mental practitioners wit...

In conversation with Hak Baker 24.10.2025 12:00

In this podcast for Tonic Music, Adam Ficek talks to Hak Baker, about the intersection of music and mental health. This interview is taken from the Tonic Music Radio Show originally aired on Totally Wired Radio in October 24. Tonic Music is a registered UK charity providing mental health support across the music community. We provide tailored support, facilitated by qualified mental practitioners...

In conversation with Laurie Wright 24.10.2025 35:18

In this podcast for Tonic Music, Adam Ficek talks to Laurie Wright, about the intersection of music and mental health. This interview is taken from the Tonic Music Radio Show originally aired on Totally Wired Radio in September 24. Tonic Music is a registered UK charity providing mental health support across the music community. We provide tailored support, facilitated by qualified mental practiti...

In conversation with Liam Cromby 24.10.2025 29:18

In this podcast for Tonic Music, Adam Ficek talks to Liam Cromby, about the intersection of music and mental health. This interview is taken from the Tonic Music Radio Show originally aired on Totally Wired Radio in August 24. Tonic Music is a registered UK charity providing mental health support across the music community. We provide tailored support, facilitated by qualified mental practitioners...

In conversation with Andy Bell 24.10.2025 35:06

In this podcast for Tonic Music, Adam Ficek talks to Andy Bell, about the intersection of music and mental health. This interview is taken from the Tonic Music Radio Show originally aired on Totally Wired Radio in July 24. Tonic Music is a registered UK charity providing mental health support across the music community. We provide tailored support, facilitated by qualified mental practitioners wit...