Figuring It Out

Activist and best-selling author Ben West is joining Dr Alex George for a stomp among the deer in Richmond Park. 

After losing his 15-year-old brother Sam to suicide, Ben explains the struggle of recounting their final interactions, how he previously misunderstood depression and why it’s so important to remember the sun will always set on a bad day. 

In part 2, Ben West shares how the tragic loss of his brother compelled him to turn to activism. 

In the final part of this stomp, Ben West shares how he looks after his own mental health while revisiting the saddest moments in his and other people’s lives. 

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Greg James is a broadcaster, author and the voice that wakes up the nation on BBC Radio 1’s Breakfast Show. 

In part one, Greg joins Dr Alex George to discuss the importance of live radio during the pandemic, how humour can provide comfort in difficult times and why he feels more connected to his 20 year old self now than ever before.

In part two, Greg shares his journey to hosting the UK’s biggest radio show, why it’s vital to connect to your younger self and talks about how he decided he didn’t want to have children.

In part three, Greg shares why we need to take silliness more seriously, how to find the fun in the mundane everyday and why it’s so important to make time to do the things that bring you joy.

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In part 3, Eve explains how to meditate if you can not sit still – don’t worry, mindfulness is still for you!

Eve and Dr Alex discuss the true impact of meditating every day, and why mindfulness is a skill you need to practise. 

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In part 2, Eve Lewis explains the benefits of a daily meditation and why you only need 5 minutes a day to start feeling the difference. 

Plus, she shares some techniques on how to calm racing thoughts before bed and join us in a guided meditation to really start to feel zen. 

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Eve Lewis is one of the most recognisable voices in the mindfulness space. As the former Director of Meditation at Headspace, she’s the voice of hundreds of guided courses, sleep exercises, and the voice of the Headspace podcast. 

In this episode, Eve joins Dr Alex George to share how she went from burning out in advertising to joining Headspace as a fledgling start-up. 

Plus, Eve explains what mindfulness actually is and how it can help with feelings of doom and uncertainty. 

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In part three, Lara talks about the struggles of opening yourself up to strangers when you’re a people pleaser, and how she’s trying to fix that.

Plus, Lara and Dr Alex discuss how their OCD presents itself and uncommon symptoms of OCD, which can leave so many people undiagnosed. 

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In part two, Lara shares the most impactful conversations she’s had with strangers about mental health.

Lara and Dr Alex discuss the responsibilities of being a mental health spokesperson, how to identify when a friend is struggling, and how to make your social media more positive.

If you or anyone you know is struggling, call Samaritans at 116 123

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In May 2024, Lara Philippart decided to sit on a bench and invite strangers to talk about their mental health, becoming ‘That Park Bench Girl’. She’s since had over 100 conversations, and today she adds Dr Alex George to that list. 

In part one, Lara explains why she began ‘park benching’, the surprising statistics around the amount of men who have spoken to her and the process of becoming a mental health first aider. 

If you or anyone you know is struggling, call Samaritans at 116 123

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We’re growing the team behind The Stompcast and are looking for a Video & Podcast Producer to join us.

This is a unique opportunity to lead the podcast end-to-end, shaping conversations, producing episodes, and creating standout video content. You’ll also play a key role in building Alex’s YouTube channel, from content planning through to delivery and growth.

If you’re passionate about storytelling, love podcasts, and understand how to create content that connects across audio and video, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply or request the full job description: Email [email protected] with your CV and examples of your work.

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A national radio show, board game company, TV shows and now a brand new podcast… In part 3, Matt Edmondson shares how he manages his many spinning plates. 

Plus, he reveals the wild and crazy topic he’s written a musical about…

Novel Idea, a Matt & Mollie Production is available on all major podcast platforms.

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