EP65. Dru Cripps. My Mental Health: The Juicy Bits.
The Hurt Locker Podcast
We're thrilled to welcome award-winning clown and comedian, Dru Cripps, to open that Hurt Locker door on his mental health. Calling in from the aftermath of an 80-show windswept Edinburgh Fringe, Dru opens up on his mental health experiences in an open conversation on fear of judgment, self-care, and exploration. *TRIGGER WARNING* This open conversation shares references to mental health experiences. If you are experiencing mental health issues, please do reach out for help - phone 999 for an emergency, or if you would like to speak to someone, call The Samaritans on 116 123. Please also check...
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EP64. Kev Mud. The Waiting Game: My Mental Health Journey.
The Hurt Locker Podcast
We're delighted to welcome back a friend of the podcast and a comedian who was recently referred to as ''A fucking good comedian'' by none other than Alexei Sayle...Yes, it's the return of Kev Mud. Calling in from his car, Kev shares another open and meaningful conversation on his mental and physical health experiences, which show another world aside from his recent rise and success as... a fucking good comedian. *TRIGGER WARNING* This open conversation shares references to suicide and homelessness. If you are experiencing mental health issues, please do reach out for help - phone 999 for an...
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EP63. Benjamin Bankole Bello. Identifying Trauma: Out of Character.
The Hurt Locker Podcast
This time, we are excited to welcome Benjamin Bankole Bello to open the door on his mental health experiences. Benjamin, a British-born Nigerian comedian, storyteller, and cultural critic whose creation — President Obonjo of Lafta Republic — has transcended comedy for over a decade and a half. As he enters the Hurt Locker, Benjamin, leaving his uniform to one side, openly shares his reflections and experiences of seeing two different cultures for what they are and aren't, and how they have affected his mental health. *TRIGGER WARNING* This open conversation shares references to...
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EP62. Ryan Harland. Riding The Storm. My Mental Health Memoirs.
The Hurt Locker Podcast
This time, we are thrilled to welcome inspirational/motivational speaker and author, Ryan Harland, to share his mental health experiences of sexual abuse and the importance of speaking up and sharing stories. *TRIGGER WARNING* This open conversation shares references to sexual and psychological abuse, substance use, bereavement, and suicide. If you are experiencing mental health issues, please do reach out for help - phone 999 for an emergency, or if you would like to speak to someone, call The Samaritans on 116 123. Please also check out The Hub of Hope to find mental health support in your...
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EP61. Leon Seasman. Navigating Hot Water: Connections and New Beginnings
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This time, we are thrilled to welcome a proud Scouser and rising star onto the comedy scene, Leon Seasman A.K.A 'Spunky', to the Hot Water Comedy Club. Expect an honest and meaningful conversation as Leon reflects on previous regrets and traumas from time spent in prison, and why he is now using his mental health experiences to inspire exciting comic material with the support of the comedic community in Liverpool. *TRIGGER WARNING* This open conversation shares references to loss by suicide, violence, and PTSD. If you are experiencing mental health issues, please do reach out for help - phone...
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EP60. Edward Tripp. Generational Trauma: No Man is an Ireland.
The Hurt Locker Podcast
This time, we are thrilled to welcome the superb poet, spoken-word artist, and award-winning stand-up comedian, Edward Tripp. Expect an honest and meaningful discussion on the generational trauma of growing up in Northern Ireland, reflections on loss by suicide, and a poetic recital to boot. *TRIGGER WARNING* This open conversation shares references to loss by suicide, generational trauma, abuse, and terrorism. If you are experiencing mental health issues, please do reach out for help - phone 999 for an emergency, or if you would like to speak to someone, call The Samaritans on 116 123. Please...
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EP59. Stephen Hall. Walk and Talk Therapy: Supporting Men to Stand Tall.
The Hurt Locker Podcast
This time, we are delighted to welcome Walk and Talk Therapist, Stephen Hall, to open the door on his mental health experiences. Expect a wide and fascinating conversation on vulnerability, masculinity, education, and getting support. *TRIGGER WARNING* This open conversation shares references to suicide If you are experiencing mental health issues, please do reach out for help - phone 999 for an emergency, or if you would like to speak to someone, call The Samaritans on 116 123. Please also check out The Hub of Hope to find mental health support where you live in the UK. To find out more...
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EP58. Pierre Novellie. The Admin of Self-Awareness
The Hurt Locker Podcast
This time we welcome esteemed writer, podcaster and highly acclaimed stand-up comedian, Pierre Novellie who opens up exclusively on his upbringing, navigating British society and Autism.
Expect an honest, wide and wonderful conversation on mental health as Pierre opens that Hurt Locker door whilst answering all of your brilliant listener questions.
*TRIGGER WARNING* This open conversation shares references to mental health experiences.
If you are experiencing mental health issue
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EP57: Louie Mclean. Low Self-Esteem and the Power of Speaking Up
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This time we welcome a rising star of comedy, Louie Mclean to open up about his lifelong struggle with low self-esteem, how it shaped his mental health and why asking for help changed everything.
Expect a raw, real and uplifting conversation as Louie opens that Hurt Locker door.
*TRIGGER WARNING* This open conversation shares references to thoughts of suicide, depression and self-esteem.
If you are experiencing mental health issues, please do reach out for help - phone 999 for
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EP56. Radu Isac. A Deeper Dive Into Mental Health Issues
The Hurt Locker Podcast
This time we welcome back comedian, Radu Isac in his return to the Hurt Locker as Yinka, probes deeper into his mental health experiences.
If you are experiencing mental health issues, please do reach out for help - phone 999 for an emergency, or if you would like to speak to someone, call The Samaritans on 116 123.
To find out more about the brilliant, Radu Isac, please check out the below links:
In this episode, we are delighted to welcome co-founder and co-host of The ADHD Adults podcast, Professor James Brown to open the Hurt Locker door on his mental health experiences..
As a recovering academic of 20 years, James shares how being diagnosed with ADHD as an adult in 2021 has changed his career and purpose to date.
A renowned public speaker, founder of several charities and author, ADHD has truly become central to James' life as we discuss the future of supporting people with ADHD and ultimately what needs to change in the UK to improve awareness and equality.
Getting deeper and personal, James also shares the effect his ADHD and comorbidities such as Anhedonia and Bipolar have had on his mental health, the relationship with his partner (Mrs ADHD) and openly discusses his fears for the future amongst the grief of losing his father.
*TRIGGER WARNING* This open conversation shares experiences of bereavement by suicide, suicidal thoughts, bereavement of a loved one and substance abuse.
We have several ADHD related questions from listeners that are answered in a shorter release to accompany this episode -so please do check them out.
If you are experiencing mental health issues please do reach out for help - phone 999 for an emergency or if you would like to speak to someone call The Samaritans on 116 123
To find out more about the amazing James Brown - please check out the below links:
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