The Reset by Sam Delaney

Dr Thomas Curran is a social psychologist at LSE and author of brilliant new book ‘The Perfection Trap.’ In it, he examines our increased obsession with perfection, where it comes from, the damage it does to our mental health and how we can try to stop it. Essential listening for anyone who ever struggles with feelings of failure or a sense of not being good enough. Buy the book  here Hosted...

Jonathan Harding is the author of the critically acclaimed book ‘Soul’ - a fascinating look at how elite athletes are often forced to sacrifice their human side for success. His research has led him to be highly sceptical about the ‘high performance’ culture that is currently so pervasive in society at large. Do we really need to be getting up as 4am and smashing our goals every day to lead happy,...

Tyler Slade was stuck in a well paid job that he hated. It’s a story that so many blokes can relate to. After the stress got too much for him, he managed to get his head straight and turn his life around. Now, he’s finding simple but extraordinary ways of helping other men look after themselves, including a Friday night alternative to the boozer: saunas on the seafront. Hosted on Acast. See acast....

When Alex Messenger was 17 years old he was attacked in the Canadian wilderness by a 600 pound grizzly bear. It was an incident that changed his life forever. He joined me to talk about his dramatic fight, how he survived and the impact it had on his mental health. Buy Alex’s book The Twenty Ninth Day  here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Melissa Day is a psychotherapist specialising in mens’ mental health and ‘inner child therapy.’ In this fascinating and useful chat, she offers invaluable advice to anyone who has a friend or loved one who they suspect might be struggling with their mental health. Trigger warning: suicide is discussed in this episode. For more info on Melissa's work visit https://niroshini-acupuncture.com/ Hosted...

Last month I appeared on the Proper Mental podcast and was really impressed by host Tom Davies. Like many of us, he went through some tough times, especially when he first became a father and encountered all the stress and pressure that goes with that. He’s got a great way of talking about tough subjects and so I was really pleased he agreed to come on The Reset. Hope you enjoy listening. Hosted o...

Marvin Sordell was one of England’s brightest young stars: a first-teamer at Watford, he was selected for England Under 21’s and Team GB at the 2012 Olympics. Then came a big money move to Premier League Bolton. But behind all the success, Marvin was buckling under the pressure. He was drinking every day and, eventually, tried to take his own life. In a candid interview, he spoke to me about how h...

George Pointon became a Twitter sensation (@georgepointon_) when he started documenting the weird and wonderful outpourings of his primary school pupils. His insights to teaching, education and children are thoughtful, sometimes troubling but ultimately inspiring. He told me about the mental health crisis engulfing both teachers and pupils in the UK today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...

**FROM THE ARCHIVE - ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED IN MARCH 2021** This week I chatted to the actor Jason Flemyng - star of everything from Lock Stock And Two Smoking Barrels to X Men First Class. Jason has had a glittering career in movies but has also had ups and downs like everyone else. He told me about growing up with an alcoholic father and how that shaped his own relationship with booze. He’s a grea...

Simon Gunning gave up a successful career in the media to take on the role as CEO of CALM, The Campaign Against Living Miserably. The charity is committed to bringing down the UK’s suicide rate by raising awareness, encouraging conversations and providing practical help to those in need. He spoke to me about work, fatherhood and why the government isn’t motivated to help the country out of its men...

Sir Robin Millar is one of the most successful record producers of the past fifty years. His sound dominated the charts in the 1980’s, with the likes of Sade, Working Week, Everything But The Girl and Fine Young Cannibals among the acts he worked with. Next, he turned impresario, founding numerous successful businesses in the music industry and beyond. For most of his life he has been blind. He jo...

Like so many lads, Matt Pink was immersed in the work hard, play hard lifestyle -putting ambition and partying above his own mental health. But when personal tragedy struck, the drinking got really out of control. He told me about a chance encounter that set him on the road to recovery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex McClintock had struggled with mental health issues for most of his life. The pressures of work and parenting caught up with him and almost led him to take his own life before a phone call from his daughter brought him back from the edge. Now, he helps run the Andy’s Man Club network in Scotland, spreading the power of sharing to other men who are struggling. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...

Broadcasting legend Christian O’Connell sits in as host for this special episode in which I answer his questions about my new book. ‘Sort Your Head Out - Mental Health Without All The Bollocks’ is out today in Kindle, hardback and audiobook. Buy it here. Or for signed copies contact barnesbookshop.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This podcast was originally released in 2021 This week I spoke with broadcaster and writer Adrian Chiles about booze, mental health and his recent ADHD diagnosis. Enjoy. Get on the email list at samdelaney.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gordon Smart lived a fast paced and successful life in newspapers for many years. But as he reached 40, the stresses and strains of life started to catch up with him and he knew he had to make some big changes before he burned out completely. He joined me for an honest, reflective and funny chat about his career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From 2021... He was one of the world’s top undercover cops, dealing with the Mafia and the IRA. Then it all got too much and the pressure overwhelmed him. Sam talks to old pal Peter Bleksley about how he recovered from two breakdowns and rebuilt his life as a successful writer, broadcaster and star of Channel 4’s ‘Hunted.’ Get on the email list at samdelaney.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast...

My guest for this first ever episode of the podcast was Happy Mondays frontman Shaun Ryder, who opened up to me about drugs, addiction, friendship and the importance of sharing. Get on the email list at samdelaney.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Geraint John had been with his wife Deb for 17 years. Four months ago, she dies of pancreatic cancer. Now, he is learning to live a new life without her, raising his three kids as a single dad. He is doing it all with almost uncanny humour, grace and love. I was really privileged to have Geraint join me on this special episode. Follow him on Twitter at @geraintjohn_ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...

Martin O’Neill has been a top level manager for over three decades. From Leicester City to Celtic, Aston Villa to the Republic Of Ireland, he has learned to cope with huge pressure from demanding bosses, players and fans. So how has he always kept smiling and succeeding? He told me about coping with stress, learning from Brian Clough and letting his job consume him. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...

Kris Hall had a great career in hospitality, a happy family and lots of friends. But something was wrong: he felt stressed and unhappy, didn’t know why and couldn’t bring himself to tell anyone about it. When he finally managed to open up and seek help, it changed his life for the better. He founded The Burnt Chef project to help other people in his high-stress industry fight stigma and get the he...

Gary Farrow has been an entertainment industry legend for five decades, steering the careers of Elton John, George Michael and numerous other superstars. But throughout his glamorous career, he was wrestling with his own mental health demons... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Phil Hilton is a writer, journalist and a publishing legend, having launched and helmed some of the biggest magazine brands of the past three decades. He joined me to talk about how teenage trauma pushed him towards a lifelong love affair with exercise and how physical fitness aids his mental health. Check out Phil’s brilliant and inspirational instagram @wecan.still.beheroes Hosted on Acast. See...

PJ Smith is a spoken word artists and reovery worker from Liverpool, widely known as his alter-ego, Roy. A former addict, his stories are powerful and funny depictions of real life. Unpretentious, down to earth and smart as hell, PJ has incredible insights to men, mental health, sobriety and getting your act together. For more of his work follow him on Twitter at @badwool9 Buy his excellent book,...

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