The Black Country Blokes

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day 10/09/2020 and this needs highlighting due to the rate of suicides, which is at it hugest since year 2000. 2 of the BCB Gang discuss a live episode, about the importance of speaking about such conversations and what their perspectives are. Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaf9AXib-iEmwb8anljsjjQ Also do not forget to check out our new spo...

Todays episode we discuss the tragic death of Chadwick Boseman, the secrets we keep, purpose and also how to find balance in life whilst trying to not just be present in the now, but also leave an everlasting legacy. Also do not forget to check out our new sponsor coming soon: https://www.healthxcel.co.uk Who are we? The Black Country Blokes consists of 4 regular guys, speaking about all issues re...

The elephant in the room, addresses a serious message. We are now, in a time of history, summer 2020 where we will find a cure for corona before we find a cure for racism. Joined by Kev & Aren are joined by Joshua, Pete, Quinton on this episode which opens up the dialogue about the elephant in the room. Racism sadly is still alive. But can we beat it? Can we eradicate from society? Can we come...

Tonight we will be talking with Cheri about what she does and her life experiences What is The Listening Post? A Listening Post is a space in the community where people can receive the gift of being listened to. Think back, as you read to a time when you really felt listened to, heard, valued without judgments. In those moments when we are really listened to – we get to hear ourselves, we get stuf...

Not to be missed we are going live with Dr Singh who has been on the front line at Leicester Royal Infirmary during the Coronavirus pandemic, we will be discussing the mental health of Doctors and Nurses and the problems they have faced during the pandemic. Do we have a new crisis on our hands? A third of nurses experiencing ‘severe’ mental health issues due to Covid-19 ( https://www.nursingtimes....

Tonight we are delving into the life of Gary Tomlinson, boxer, model, photography are just some of his passions, but Gary has found you do not need major adversity to feel down. Where to find Gary: FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/garysouthpaw Also do not forget to check out our new sponsor coming soon: https://www.healthxcel.co.uk Who are we? The Black Country Blokes consists of 4 regular guys,...

Tough Enough To Care is aimed predominantly at men of all ages who currently fall into the trap of having to act macho instead of talking about feelings and the main aim is to prevent male suicide. If You Want to Change the World, Start Off by Making Your Bed - William McRaven: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3sK3w... Tough Enough To Care, Co-Founder Dan joins the Black Country Blokes #17: https:/...

Tonight we are going to be discussing mental health in the lock down with special guest Ste Hanzel. Ste lives on his own which has been hard during lockdown. We have had Ste on before check out his first episode here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaf9... Also do not forget to check out our new sponsor coming soon: https://www.healthxcel.co.uk Who are we? The Black Country Blokes consists of 4...

We have a great guests for you tonight to end our week of live broadcasts to highlight mental health awareness week, Ian is from Mental Health First Services C.I.C they offer accessible and affordable mental health training to everyone. Mental health has long been a issue that has been embroiled in stigma and discrimination “man up“ has frequently been the answer to anyone with the courage to ask...

We are joined by Mick Maguire from Jewellery Quarter gym to discuss mental heath in sport and the positive impact sport has on the community. Also do not forget to check out our new sponsor coming soon: https://www.healthxcel.co.uk Who are we? The Black Country Blokes consists of 4 regular guys, speaking about all issues related to being a man in today's society. It is not just designed to focus o...

In light of mental health awareness week, please do not forget many organisations are still open, such as the Black Country Women’s Aid. The Black Country women's aid is an independent charity which has supported survivors of abuse and exploitation in the West Midlands for 30 years. Services include: domestic abuse refuge and community support; rape, sexual violence and childhood sexual abuse supp...

Very grateful to be joined by Nicki Cadman, the wife of BCB host Lee, who discusses life with a life limiting disabled child and the mental health impacts on the family. The rare form of epilepsy Dravet Syndrome that courageous Calla lives with is something that has had a knock on effect for the family and rest of the children. This story may resonate with yourselves as parents, or siblings, or pe...

Niall Farrell, from the GB Boxing team joins the BCB gang and discusses his mindset, nerves and life as a boxer. With the Olympics being disrupted and injuries also hampering his life, Niall courageously shares his whole story showing vulnerabilities that all of us may experience in life. Never allowing his adversities to stop him, he is always looking towards turning his curses into blessings. Ni...

Under these strange times, it is okay for us to not be okay and recognise it is difficult. Motivation can often be an issue for us, as some days we feel bulletproof and others we are struggling. Now the sound quality of this episode is very off due to internet connections, but we hope you can visit the YouTube Channel and watch and take some informative information during these uncertain times to...

Frazer Clarke joins the Black Country Blokes on today's' episode speaking about his story, his work ethic, morals as a human being and why the dream of winning the Olympics is still his number 1 goal. Some accolades to date: Super heavyweight: - 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Champion - 2015 English National Champion - 2018 European Union Champion - 2017 silver medallist at Europeans & much more...

Are men immature? And if we are, why are men immature? Is it because we want to avoid embarrassment, we fear ridicule, or is it because we just like to have a lot more fun! (Sorry ladies). Kev, Craig, Lee & Steve all share their experiences of being somewhat immature, all for different reasons. Are you immature? Who are we? The Black Country Blokes consists of 4 regular guys, speaking about al...

Sadly body dysmorphia is a condition many of us face in todays society. Whether this is the strains and pressures we put on ourselves, or whether it's caused by social influences. The guys discuss this topic and their own experiences with body dysmorphia. Have you ever suffered with body dysmorphia? Let us know and give us your thoughts too! Who are we? The Black Country Blokes consists of 4 regul...

Sadly domestic violence stats have only risen during these times of lockdown due to covid/corona virus. Sadly this means, many people are seriously affected and being abused whilst stuck at home. This was a conversation we hoped that inspired people to just reach out and seek any assistance they required, to save their lives. We apologise for the poor internet connection and had to chop and change...

"You can 100% absolutely do everything you want. Why not just give it your all?" - Pedro Griff An interesting topic discussing the education today along with stereotypes. 3 of the gang are joined by Pete, or as you may see him online as Pedro who discusses his story. An avid keen photographer but also a teacher, Pete discusses education on today's society but also leaves some tangible words of wis...

Sue Morris is a therapist who deals with Stress Relief & Well-being. Sue ends the show with: " Success is not final , failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts" An important lesson for each and everyone us. But Sue kindly jumped in to share her story and what drove her to do the amazing work she does today. Aren from the BCB has recently reached out to get advice and help...

This week Kev & Aren did a live Video on Tuesdays Facebook discussing their isolation experience, in a hope to let you all know that during corona, covid isolation we can actually reframe our perspective and mindset to see the beauty too. Some topics we discussed include: - Habits to implement during lockdown - Looking after one another - Perspective shifting our circumstances - How to be grat...

Who would have thought we would have been where we are today? We are all now, experiencing higher levels of anxiety, fear & uncertainty. Many of us have gone from living and thriving to survival. But in a time where we need to be working together more than other, during the corona virus (Covid-19) pandemic, we urge you all to remember one thing. Looking after yourself in these times first and...

Every day, 18 people commit suicide & sadly 12 of these are men. Mental health is a non for profit organisation that is committed to increasing the mental health awareness within our community. WHO ARE MENTAL HEALTH FIRST Mental health first training was set up as a company that provides accessible and affordable training to everyone not just companies that have big training budgets. The compa...

"Like a swimming pool, we concentrate on pulling them out of the deep end like an emergency service, but we know theyve been in the shallow end for 12 months, splashing about.." by Marcus Leonard Marcus Leonard joins us, to speak about IAPT, perspective, today's society, mental health, depression, anxiety and so much more. He is joined by all the BCB gang today who all share their own struggles an...

"Look at yourself and ask do I need help?" #29 3 of the BCB gang discuss Bullying and how it affects our life not just at the moment but also moving forward in our day-to-day life. Lee, Kev & Aren discuss their own personal experiences with either being bullied or witnessing bullying. We openly send a request to anyone who is bullying to stop. This is not cool, this is not how we should treat...