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Talk About It Mate

Talk About It Mate

By Mike Richard

Welcome to the Talk About It Mate podcast!

Since Feb 2019, we have been sitting down with various people to have fantastic conversations regarding different areas of mental health. These open and authentic conversations have the ability to inspire others.

Remember we all have mental health and can all benefit from peer support!

I hope you enjoy what we have produced and please like, share and follow as well as check us out on social media at @talkaboutitmate.

Many Thanks,

Mike Richard
Founder and Presenter
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Season 2 Episode #3 Men's Group Session

Talk About It MateApr 27, 2020

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Talk About it Lately

Talk About it Lately

John caught up with Mike to discuss all the things that have been happening since our Begin Again in 10 season. The world around us has been constantly changing and adapting to this 'new normal' and Talk About it Mate is no different - hear from Mike on all the exciting groups and ventures that have been and are going on right now.

Jul 08, 202249:47
Proud About It Mate: Episode 1

Proud About It Mate: Episode 1

As part of our PROUD ABOUT IT MATE project launch, we are excited to present to you our first ever bonus episode! 

The brainchild of the amazing Sarah and produced by the wonderful John, they are joined in this chat by long-time Talk About It Mate contributor Levi and the lovely Dayna for a wide ranging chat all about LGBTQIA+ issues. 

It would mean a great deal to us if you could please share this podcast and spread the word about our upcoming online Proud About It Mate group on Wednesday 25th August at 6:30pm!

Aug 16, 202143:22
Season 3 Episode #10 Pride

Season 3 Episode #10 Pride

WEEK 10: GROWTH featuring Mike and John, along with returning guest hosts Sarah and Laura!

Job done!

Begin again in 10 - a guided and supported pathway for wellness and resilience.

When Talk About It Mate came about, it had a mission. To make sure people never felt like they were alone and that there was the support they were looking for, that they needed right there and then.

The podcast episodes will focus on honest talk and validation on topics beginning with things such as Loneliness and Failure all the way through to Self-Compassion, Courage and Pride.

These topics were not chosen at random. They are carefully considered to mirror the journey that our founder, volunteers and members have been on towards wellness and recovery - a journey that never ends. This campaign seeks to give people hope in a practical, accessible way - no lofty concepts and out of reach achievements. All that's required is to show up.... and we did!

Apr 12, 202140:35
Season 3 Episode #9 Growth

Season 3 Episode #9 Growth

WEEK 9: GROWTH featuring Mike and guest host Joe!

Nearly There!

Begin again in 10 - a guided and supported pathway for wellness and resilience.

When Talk About It Mate came about, it had a mission. To make sure people never felt like they were alone and that there was the support they were looking for, that they needed right there and then.

The podcast episodes will focus on honest talk and validation on topics beginning with things such as Loneliness and Failure all the way through to Self-Compassion, Courage and Pride.

These topics were not chosen at random. They are carefully considered to mirror the journey that our founder, volunteers and members have been on towards wellness and recovery - a journey that never ends. This campaign seeks to give people hope in a practical, accessible way - no lofty concepts and out of reach achievements. All that's required is to show up.

Apr 05, 202141:13
Season 3 Episode #8 Community

Season 3 Episode #8 Community

WEEK 8: COMMUNITY featuring John and guest host Martin!

More to come!

Begin again in 10 - a guided and supported pathway for wellness and resilience.

When Talk About It Mate came about, it had a mission. To make sure people never felt like they were alone and that there was the support they were looking for, that they needed right there and then.

The podcast episodes will focus on honest talk and validation on topics beginning with things such as Loneliness and Failure all the way through to Self-Compassion, Courage and Pride.

These topics were not chosen at random. They are carefully considered to mirror the journey that our founder, volunteers and members have been on towards wellness and recovery - a journey that never ends. This campaign seeks to give people hope in a practical, accessible way - no lofty concepts and out of reach achievements. All that's required is to show up.

Mar 29, 202135:54
Season 3 Episode #7 Courage

Season 3 Episode #7 Courage

WEEK 7: COURAGE featuring Laura and Sarah as guest hosts!

Switch it up!

Begin again in 10 - a guided and supported pathway for wellness and resilience.

When Talk About It Mate came about, it had a mission. To make sure people never felt like they were alone and that there was the support they were looking for, that they needed right there and then.

The podcast episodes will focus on honest talk and validation on topics beginning with things such as Loneliness and Failure all the way through to Self-Compassion, Courage and Pride.

These topics were not chosen at random. They are carefully considered to mirror the journey that our founder, volunteers and members have been on towards wellness and recovery - a journey that never ends. This campaign seeks to give people hope in a practical, accessible way - no lofty concepts and out of reach achievements. All that's required is to show up.

Mar 22, 202142:23
Season 3 Episode #6 Hope

Season 3 Episode #6 Hope

WEEK 6: HOPE

Coming Up...

Begin again in 10 - a guided and supported pathway for wellness and resilience.

When Talk About It Mate came about, it had a mission. To make sure people never felt like they were alone and that there was the support they were looking for, that they needed right there and then.

The podcast episodes will focus on honest talk and validation on topics beginning with things such as Loneliness and Failure all the way through to Self-Compassion, Courage and Pride.

These topics were not chosen at random. They are carefully considered to mirror the journey that our founder, volunteers and members have been on towards wellness and recovery - a journey that never ends. This campaign seeks to give people hope in a practical, accessible way - no lofty concepts and out of reach achievements. All that's required is to show up.

Mar 15, 202136:05
Season 3 Episode #5 Self-Care and Compassion

Season 3 Episode #5 Self-Care and Compassion

WEEK 5: SELF-CARE AND COMPASSION

What's Next?

Begin again in 10 - a guided and supported pathway for wellness and resilience.

When Talk About It Mate came about, it had a mission. To make sure people never felt like they were alone and that there was the support they were looking for, that they needed right there and then.

The podcast episodes will focus on honest talk and validation on topics beginning with things such as Loneliness and Failure all the way through to Self-Compassion, Courage and Pride.

These topics were not chosen at random. They are carefully considered to mirror the journey that our founder, volunteers and members have been on towards wellness and recovery - a journey that never ends. This campaign seeks to give people hope in a practical, accessible way - no lofty concepts and out of reach achievements. All that's required is to show up.

Mar 08, 202134:24
Season 3 Episode #4 Getting Help

Season 3 Episode #4 Getting Help

WEEK 4: GETTING HELP

We are on our way!

Begin again in 10 - a guided and supported pathway for wellness and resilience.

When Talk About It Mate came about, it had a mission. To make sure people never felt like they were alone and that there was the support they were looking for, that they needed right there and then.

The podcast episodes will focus on honest talk and validation on topics beginning with things such as Loneliness and Failure all the way through to Self-Compassion, Courage and Pride.

These topics were not chosen at random. They are carefully considered to mirror the journey that our founder, volunteers and members have been on towards wellness and recovery - a journey that never ends. This campaign seeks to give people hope in a practical, accessible way - no lofty concepts and out of reach achievements. All that's required is to show up.

Mar 01, 202135:11
Season 3 Episode #3 Failure

Season 3 Episode #3 Failure

WEEK 3: FAILURE

We go again!

Begin again in 10 - a guided and supported pathway for wellness and resilience.

When Talk About It Mate came about, it had a mission. To make sure people never felt like they were alone and that there was the support they were looking for, that they needed right there and then.

The podcast episodes will focus on honest talk and validation on topics beginning with things such as Loneliness and Failure all the way through to Self-Compassion, Courage and Pride.

These topics were not chosen at random. They are carefully considered to mirror the journey that our founder, volunteers and members have been on towards wellness and recovery - a journey that never ends. This campaign seeks to give people hope in a practical, accessible way - no lofty concepts and out of reach achievements. All that's required is to show up.

Feb 22, 202140:56
Season 3 Episode #2 Judgement

Season 3 Episode #2 Judgement

WEEK 2: JUDGEMENT

We're back!

Begin again in 10 - a guided and supported pathway for wellness and resilience.

When Talk About It Mate came about, it had a mission. To make sure people never felt like they were alone and that there was the support they were looking for, that they needed right there and then.

The podcast episodes will focus on honest talk and validation on topics beginning with things such as Loneliness and Failure all the way through to Self-Compassion, Courage and Pride.

These topics were not chosen at random. They are carefully considered to mirror the journey that our founder, volunteers and members have been on towards wellness and recovery - a journey that never ends. This campaign seeks to give people hope in a practical, accessible way - no lofty concepts and out of reach achievements. All that's required is to show up.

Feb 15, 202134:38
Season 3 Episode #1 Loneliness

Season 3 Episode #1 Loneliness

WEEK 1: LONELINESS

Here it is!

Begin Again in 10 - a guided and supported pathway for wellness and resilience.

When Talk About It Mate came about, it had a mission. To make sure people never felt like they were alone and that there was the support they were looking for, that they needed right there and then.

The podcast episodes will focus on honest talk and validation on topics beginning with things such as Loneliness and Failure all the way through to Self-Compassion, Courage and Pride. 

These topics were not chosen at random. They are carefully considered to mirror the journey that our founder, volunteers and members have been on towards wellness and recovery - a journey that never ends. This campaign seeks to give people hope in a practical, accessible way - no lofty concepts and out of reach achievements. All that's required is to show up.

Feb 08, 202132:49
Season 2 Episode #13 Dad Matters
Jun 19, 202056:59
Season 2 Episode #12 Walk and Talk

Season 2 Episode #12 Walk and Talk

Just a quick solo recording while walking! An update on my thoughts and how things are progressing.

Jun 08, 202014:26
Season 2 Episode #11 How Are You Dad?
Jun 02, 202052:36
Season 2 Episode #10 Masculinity
May 29, 202046:05
Season 2 Episode #9 Fighting Spirit
May 26, 202044:32
Season 2 Episode #8 Barbershop
May 22, 202046:03
Season 2 Episode #7 Social Media
May 19, 202057:32
Season 2 Episode #6 Supporting Factors
May 14, 202043:47
Season 2 Episode #5 Self-Help

Season 2 Episode #5 Self-Help

For this episode I chatted with the amazing Emily Edwins, who is a great friend to the Talk About It Mate community. She has recently set up Empower which is promoting holistic Health & Wellness. Her work with Self-Help services and as an Occupational Therapists have provided her with a wealth of knowledge and expertise on mental health which she combines with her lived experiences and personal journey, making her an inspirational advocate for mental health.

Emily has also kindly provided Talk About It Mate with a Guided Body Scan which she has recorded for us. This could help us in the evenings to be mindful and hopefully achieve a better nights sleep.

You can interact with Emily in our Facebook group 'The Talk Space' and you can follow her on instagram @empowerhwcic.

May 11, 202037:01
Season 2 Episode #4 Mindful Living
May 05, 202045:54
Guided Body Scan - 20 mins

Guided Body Scan - 20 mins

A Guided Body Scan recorded by Emily Edwins (Empower Health & Wellbeing)

May 04, 202021:43
Season 2 Episode #3 Men's Group Session

Season 2 Episode #3 Men's Group Session

In this podcast we grant you access to one of our men's peer support session discussions. I'll explain how our sessions are structured and the participants involved will share with you what they have gained from being involved with these sessions and Talk About It Mate in general.

We really hope you enjoy this and hope to see you at one of our Talk About It Mate events soon.

Apr 27, 202044:08
Season 2 Episode #2 Community
Apr 26, 202014:11
Season 2, Episode #1: Reinvention
Feb 29, 202052:18
#13 Mental Health First Aid

#13 Mental Health First Aid

For Episode 13 I spoke to Paul Wolstenholme of Pathlight Ltd to discuss his journey to becoming a Mental Health First Aid Instructor. We also chatted about the impact of peer-support through the men's groups we are involved in as well as Mental Health in schools for both pupils and teachers.
Jan 04, 202001:02:33
#12 Emotion

#12 Emotion

In this Episode we discussed the theme of Emotion. My guest Martin shared openly about his experiences of working as a call handler for the ambulance service. We considered how to self-regulate and use self-awareness to ensure self-control. An incredibly worthwhile discussion.
Nov 18, 201956:51
#11 Acceptance

#11 Acceptance

I met with James for Episode 11 to discuss men’s mental health and our own self-acceptance. Thanks to Boho Utopia for letting us use the room to record.
Oct 29, 201947:35
#10 Self-Awareness
Sep 29, 201955:04
#9 Eating Disorders

#9 Eating Disorders

A fantastic wide-ranging discussion with Neil Procter about the impact eating disorders have had on his life and his struggles with self-compassion. Other topics covered include his acting career, community, addiction and how he embraces Buddhism. So many interesting nuggets to take away from this wonderful conversation. Thanks to Adam at Plug & Taps in Preston for letting us record!
Sep 13, 201901:09:00
#8 Self-Management

#8 Self-Management

For Episode 8 I talked to Mike about how he manages his long term condition of Multiple Sclerosis and how he is helping others who also suffer from it.
Aug 23, 201948:36
#7 Efficacy

#7 Efficacy

For Episode 7, I sat down with Nathan, a confidence and motivational coach to talk about a range of topics including resilience, soft-skills and Efficacy.
Aug 04, 201955:09
#1 Talk About It Mate

#1 Talk About It Mate

Welcome to the first Talk About It Mate podcast! We discuss what our community is about and some of our own Mental Health experiences.
Jul 31, 201940:36
#2 Advocacy

#2 Advocacy

Episode 2 of the Talk About It Mate Podcasts celebrates the wonderful bromance I share with our guest Chris and we talk about his Mental Health journey, covering depression and his M.E. diagnosis. Producer Paul talks openly about Derealisation in 'Paul's Corner'.
Jul 31, 201956:29
#3 Fear

#3 Fear

For Episode 3 of the Talk About It Mate podcast, we talk to one of our loveliest group members, Lindsay about her experiences over the past few years and the changes and coping mechanisms she uses in life.
Hearing others show authenticity about their personal journeys is so inspiring, Remember we all have mental health and those who have the courage to open up and show honesty and vulnerability about their experiences may be stronger than you imagine!
Jul 31, 201951:28
#4 Talk Therapy

#4 Talk Therapy

For Episode 4 of the Talk About It Mate podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the brilliant Sonja to talk about her role as a Counsellor for adults and children. We discussed what to expect when you are starting counselling as well as my own counselling journey. Sonja provides an insight into what therapy can offer. We also talk about the role of peer-support and what Talk About It Mate can offer from our new Wellbeing Workshops.
Spread the word and remember to Talk About It Mate!
Jul 31, 201958:06
#5 Vulnerability

#5 Vulnerability

For Episode 5 I sat down with the inspirational MJ to talk about his mental health journey and how he has coped with the pressure and exposure he has received since appearing on TV as well as his steps into the world of comedy. A really good discussion into Vulnerability and how we can deal with some of the stress we all face in our daily lives.
Jul 31, 201901:00:46
#6 Growth

#6 Growth

For Episode 6 of the Talk About It Mate Podcast I welcomed Neil to discuss the concept of Growth and share some of our own experiences and our thoughts on 'Can't Hurt Me' by David Goggins. 

Jul 31, 201957:11