The Just Checking In Podcast

In the seventy-ninth episode of The Just Checking In Podcast, we checked in with presenter Joe Walker. Having started out at CLASH, PUSH and RWD magazines, Joe joined start-up community radio station Reprezent in 2015 and has hosted his own show on there ever since. He was named by Complex UK in their 14 UK Music Radio Hosts Pushing The Culture Forward for 2021. Joe has hosted shows on Apple Music...

In the seventy-eighth episode of The Just Checking In Podcast, we checked in with sports journalist Steven Chicken. Steven currently works as Huddersfield Town writer for Examiner Live. Before this role, Steven's main profession was in accountancy and finance. In this episode we discuss Steven's professional journey, the mental health difficulties he experienced whilst in the finance wor...

In the seventy-seventh episode of The Just Checking In Podcast, we checked in with Sam Northwood. Sam is the founder of 'Sam Well Cooks', a cooking page where he shares his cooks and bakes for anyone who's interested and to help his own mental health! In this episode we discuss his cooking journey and the confidence its given him in and out of the kitchen. We discuss the difficultie...

In Part 2 of our check in with Lucy Nevitt and Verity Nevitt, we discussed all the amazing work they do with The Gemini Project. We talk about the campaigning work they are working on at time of recording, what they hope to achieve with the project and how its helped them on their respective recovery journeys. As always, #itsokaytoventFollow The Gemini Project on social media below:Twitter: twitte...

In the seventy-sixth episode of The Just Checking In Podcast, we checked in with twin sisters Lucy Nevitt and Verity Nevitt. Lucy and Verity are the founders of The Gemini Project, a non-profit organisation aiming to end sexual violence through advocacy and campaigns, dispelling myths and demanding justice along the way. Lucy and Verity’s desire to start The Gemini Project was borne out of their o...

It's a family affair for this episode of Mind On The Game as our Founder Freddie Cocker checks in with his half-Swedish cousin, Lucas Burns. Lucas is currently studying for a Masters in IT & Management at Linkoping University but growing up he was quite a handy handball player (pardon the pun).Lucas played the sport until he was 19 years old and almost took it up professionally aged 15 wh...

In the seventy-fifth episode of The Just Checking In Podcast, we checked in with Liam Laruelle-Mongelard. Liam is a writer and a trainee trainee psycho-sexual therapist. He is also the author of the book ‘Screen to Screen, the spaces in-between: conversations with my closest friend’. In this episode we discuss how the book came about and the ups and downs of his friendship with his best mate Damia...

In the seventy-fourth episode of The Just Checking In Podcast we checked in with Jaikishan Mehta. Jaikishan is the founder of men's mental health platform, 'More For Men's Minds' (MFMM). MFMM is a page dedicated to raising awareness of men's mental health and suicide. The page offers advice, links to support and encourages men to share their personal experiences. Speaking...

In Part 2 of our check in with author and men's mental health consultant, Toni, we talked about all the amazing work she does as the Founder of 'For Our Men'.For Our Men is a community space dedicated to educating and discussing men’s mental and emotional health in the workplace. We discuss the stories from emergency workers she has hosted on the platform and what they have taught h...

In the seventy-third episode of The Just Checking In Podcast, we checked in author and men's mental health consultant, Toni. For legal reasons, for the purposes of this pod, we refer to Toni by her pseudonym, Ella Brooks, which she used to write the book, 'The Right Thing to Do: Reporting Rape in Britain's Criminal Justice System'. Toni’s journey is so deep and so important tha...

In the seventy-second episode of The Just Checking In Podcast, we checked in with writer Freya India. Freya opines about various topics including politics, culture and analytical psychology. She has written for outlets including Quillette, Areo, Spiked and Evie. In this episode we discuss how subconscious beliefs can affect your mental health, overcoming adversity, male body image and getting co-s...

We were delighted to welcome the first ever female guest onto our Mind On The Game series, Megan Hughes. Megan is currently playing for the Durham University Women's 2nd XI but has previously played for Leeds United Women in their academy as well as Yorkshire-based team, Guiseley Vixens. The importance of having a strong support network, juggling life with sport and managing her anxiety befor...

In this episode of Behind The Mic, we checked in with UK Soul and Disco artist, DROZ. Sam as he is otherwise known hails from Essex, where there is a vibrant disco scene currently flourishing. Before embarking on his journey as DROZ, Sam was in another long-running Essex band called Beach For Tiger. We discuss his journey in BFT and going solo, big stage mishaps and authenticity in the music indus...

In the seventy-first episode of The Just Checking In Podcast, we checked in with Olivia Foster. Olivia is a producer, director and writer. Olivia began her professional career in journalism but now works largely in branded content and podcasting. In this episode we discuss Olivia's professional journey, work-life balance, redundancy stigma, imposter syndrome and classism in media. We also dis...

In this episode of Behind The Mic we checked in with Gospel R&B artist, Saint CJ.CJ's life could have gone down a very dark path but through his faith, resilience and the interventions of a few key people in his life, he was able to turn his life around. In this episode we discuss his musical journey, how his faith has shaped his life, suicide and self-harm. We also discuss his Asperger&a...

In the seventieth episode of The Just Checking In Podcast, we checked in with mental health advocate and campaigner, Danny Bowman. Danny is the Campaign Head for mental health policy at think-tank Parliament Street and the Vice-Chair of male eating disorder charity, Male Voice ED.Danny has been on a rollercoaster journey with his mental health but is testament to how anyone, with the right support...

In this episode of Mind On The Game, returning guest William Costello comes back onto the podcast to talk about his love affair with Gaelic Football. The Irish sport is a combination of rugby, football, handball and a bit of hockey as well and is a complete outlier in its uniqueness. The only sport that comes close to being as unique is Aussie Rules Football. In this shorter MOTG episode we discus...

In this episode of Behind The Mic, we checked in with Alex from Brass-House band, New Car Smell. New Car Smell describe themselves as 'three dudes making high-octane 200 horse-power Brass House'. In this episode we talk about self-expression, avoiding posers in the music scene, the stigma around busking and letting go of what other people think about you. We also discuss Alex's live...

In the sixty-ninth episode of The Just Checking In Podcast, we checked in with James Bloodworth. James is a journalist, writer and broadcaster. He has written for outlets including The Guardian, New Statesman and UnHerd to name a few and is host of ‘The Modern Dating Economy Podcast’.He has written two books: ‘The Myth of Meritocracy: why working-class kids get working class jobs’ published in 201...

In this episode of Behind The Decks, we checked in with Netherlands-based producer, Jamaha. Jamie, as he is otherwise known, shot to viral fame with a track he put out called 'Mic Mac' which sampled quotes from English football manager, Mick McCarthy alongside deep house beats. In this episode we discussed Jamie's music journey, rediscovering old skills and going viral. We also disc...

In this episode of Behind The Decks, we checked in with French producer HOLOW. Arthur, as he is known to his friends, discusses the highs and lows that come with working in the music industry, knowing who to trust and evolving your sound to reflect your authentic self as an artist. We also discussed Arthur's lived experience of a mental health condition called derealisation and how it affects...

In this episode of Behind The Mic, we checked in with Megan from UK synth-pop band, Amour. We discuss Megan's musical journey, their experience of stage fright, resilience and ignoring the opinions of others. We also explore their non-binary journey of gender discovery, grief, fitting in and the impact that Covid-19 has had on her university degree and mental health. As always, #itsokaytovent...

In the sixty-eighth episode of The Just Checking In Podcast we checked in with Founder & Owner of blOKes, Tom Home. blOKes aims to provide a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space for men to open up about their mental health, connect with other likeminded people and tell a #MaleTale. In this episode we discuss the blOKes journey and the ups and downs that have come with it. We also discuss...

In the sixty-seventh episode of The Just Checking In Podcast we spoke to author and poet Dominic Stevenson. We deep-dived into Dom's latest book ‘Get Your Head in the Game: An exploration of football's complex relationship with mental health’.Unemployment stigma, depression, life expectations and inclusivity were all on the menu as well. As always, #itsokaytovent You can purchase Get You...

In this episode of Behind The Decks, we checked-in with DJ B.O.V.B.O.V or Callum as he is otherwise known is based in Manchester and is at the start of his DJing and producing journey. In this episode we discuss Callum's university life and the 'Hot Fuzz' town he studied in, coming out of his shell, perseverance and normalising mental health amongst your friends. As always, #itsokay...