October 13, 2025

Episode 17: From Bolton to the Boardroom: A Mental Health Pioneer’s Journey In Addiction Awareness

43 minutes

Making An Impact Through Addiction Awareness – WHYSUP

“I was completely broken” – raw honesty from a friend who turned his rock bottom into a mission to help others through addiction awareness.

Join me in conversation with Mark Murray, founder of WHYSUP, as we explore:

Key Highlights:

• The journey from gambling addiction to social impact

• Building mental health awareness through lived experience

• Reaching 250,000 people with life-changing programs

• Transforming education around addiction and mental health

• The power of honest conversations about recovery

Perfect for:

• Mental health advocates

• Education professionals

• Business leaders focused on wellbeing

• Anyone touched by addiction

Life: Sometimes our deepest struggles become our greatest purpose. Mark’s story shows how personal pain can transform into community healing.

Workshops And Presentations Have Reached Over 250k People

WHYSUP leads the way in addiction awareness through powerful, lived-experience education programs.

They deliver vital mental health and addiction support to schools, businesses, and rehabilitation centers.

Their team of experienced facilitators shares real stories to create lasting impact and understanding.

WHYSUP’s workshops and presentations have reached over 250,000 people across the UK.

They focus on three core areas: habits and addiction, mental health, and stress resilience.

Their unique approach combines personal stories with practical tools for recovery and prevention.

WHYSUP believes that understanding addiction starts with honest conversations about mental health.

Through education and support, they’re building stronger, more resilient communities across Britain.

WHYSUP links:

WHYSUP.co.uk

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By Chris Januszewski