Adapt the World

Katie and Dr Radha chat about why we’ve been getting creative in lockdown. They talk about the benefits of creativity and what we can do to boost our creativity.

Katie Thistleton meets interim world heavyweight boxing champion Dillian Whyte. Considered one of the best in the world, Dillian aka The Body Snatcher opens up to Katie about his tough upbringing on the streets of Brixton, and surviving gang violence and knife crime. Before becoming a boxer Dillian arrived from Jamaica at the age of 12 and settled with his family in South London. During his teenage years, a growing connection to gangs resulted in him being stabbed three times and shot twice. Seeking an outlet for his aggression and an escape from the streets, Dillian headed to his local boxing gym and hasn’t looked back since. Through grit, determination and a solid support network, Dillian has defied the odds, inspired a nation and won international fights.

In the UK thousands of teenagers know someone they would define as a street gang member and many have been the victim of a violent crime. Katie takes Dillian to surprise two budding boxers from different areas in South London. Both have been attending different boxing gyms which give teens an alternative to the ever-present gang affiliations and crime. How do they react when legend Dillian Whyte walks in to their gym?

Katie Thistleton meets trail-blazing reality TV star Amy Childs. Since hitting our TV screens in The Only Way Is Essex, Amy Childs has stayed in the media spotlight, and how she looks has always been under scrutiny. Starting at the age of just 18, Amy has undergone several cosmetic surgery treatments and ended up hospitalised after serious problems after one procedure. Many teenagers look up to Amy, who is also a businesswoman and model, but now Amy wants to set the record straight for young people who are considering surgery, because she regrets ALL the cosmetic treatments she’d had over the years.

Whether it’s because of the pressures of social media or just to keep up with current trends, many teenagers claim they want cosmetic surgery. Katie takes Amy to surprise teenagers Bailey and Cristabelle who are both determined to have cosmetic surgery when they turn 18. Amy tells them about everything which has gone wrong with the treatments she’s had and why she regrets the decisions she made. Although she understands why they feel so anxious about how they look, Amy says it’s really important it is to think about the possible long term consequences before they get any cosmetic surgery themselves.

Katie Thistleton meets Connor Ball, the bassist of successful boy band, The Vamps. The band has enjoyed a string of chart hits, including their 2017 album Night & Day which pushed Ed Sheeran from the number one slot. However, despite his early success, life hasn't always been easy for Connor. He’s had severe panic attacks on tour and had to cancel several of his appearances because of his anxiety.

And Connor is far from being alone: an increasing number of UK teenagers also have a mental health disorder.

The Vamps fans Robin, 15, and Taylor, 14, both experience severe anxiety, but through music they are finding ways to manage it. As Robin and Taylor go into a Manchester studio to record an original song together, Katie takes Connor to surprise them and he gives them advice on how they can learn to manage their anxiety and not to worry about it holding them back.

Katie and Dr Radha chat about kindness - the theme of this year's Mental Health Awareness Week. They discuss the importance of being kind to yourself, how to be kinder to others and pick their moments of kindness from lockdown.

Katie and Radha are back to discuss how you can prepare for a return to normal life. They chat about why we might feel excited and nervous about life after lockdown and share coping strategies.

Katie and Dr Radha chat about the impact of lockdown on your sleep. They discuss the importance of a routine, the reasons why you might be having strange dreams and share tips on getting to sleep.

Katie and Radha are joined by finance expert Iona Bain to discuss looking after your money in lockdown. They chat about what benefits are available for those in need, how to save money and what to do if you're worried about your financial situation.

Katie and Radha are back to talk about the challenges of being in a relationship in lockdown.

They discuss how to deal with irritation, the right way to have an argument and share tips for finding your own space at home

Katie and Dr Radha are back with help and advice for how to stay calm during lockdown.

They talk about identifying the source of anxiety, how to regulate your news intake and grounding techniques when it becomes overwhelming.