Industry Minds

S01 Episode 13: Actress and model, Laila Zaidi shares her story and views on mental health.

Laila shot into the public eye when she became a series regular on ITV's 'Benidorm'. She has also completed many professional shows and plays at theatres across the UK, including her debut as Maria in 'West Side Story' at Kilworth House Theatre.

Hear Laila's inspiring story, from dealing with anxiety and social media to the benefits of meeting up with a counsellor for a weekly cup of coffee.

Laila shares her success and her struggles in an honest and truly inspiring way.

This is Laila's story and her personal journey. No judgement. No right or wrong. Cathy and Scarlett are not medical professionals - just two young women on a mission to open up the conversation on mental health by sharing as many individual stories and experiences as possible.

S01 Episode 12: Actor Charis Murray shares her views on Mental Health. She is currently appearing in 'Cabaret' at the English Theatre Frankfurt.

** DISCLAIMER: We apologise for the inconsistency of the sound quality in this episode. It has been resolved for future episodes. **

Hear Charis' thoughts on the highs and lows of the industry and the fight and determination that it takes to get that big job. Charis talks us through her inspiring journey, from struggling with dyslexia as an actor to balancing challenging issues in her personal life. All whilst being part of an industry that never rests, she tells us how 3 years of determination has paid off.

This is Charis' story and her personal journey. No judgement. No right or wrong. Cathy and Scarlett are not medical professionals - just two young women on a mission to open up the conversation on mental health by sharing as many individual stories and experiences as possible.

S01 Episode 11: Actor Jordan Cunningham, shares his thoughts on mental health.

Jordan is currently staring as Sayid and U/S Jamie in ‘Everybodys Talking about Jamie’ at the Apollo Theatre.

Hear Jordan’s views on graduate life, not knowing where you fit in the industry, and working hard on your skills set to be the best you can be (‘so they can’t ignore your talent’).

This is Jordan's story and his personal journey. No judgement. No right or wrong. Cathy and Scarlett are not medical professionals - just two young women on a mission to open up the conversation on mental health by sharing as many individual stories and experiences as possible.

S01 Episode 10: Choreographer and Director Tom Jackson-Greaves shares his thoughts on mental health.

Tom has worked across the country in theatres such as the Hope Mill in Manchester, Shakespeare’s Globe, Southwark Playhouse and The Old Vic. He is the associate at Kneehigh Theatre Company and The Watermill.

Hear Tom’s views on the importance of positivity, wellbeing and creating a safe and inclusive working environment. He also discusses coffee beans (yes really), collaboration and compartmentalisation.

This is Tom’s story and his personal journey. No judgement. No right or wrong. Cathy and Scarlett are not medical professionals - just two young women on a mission to open up the conversation on mental health by sharing as many individual stories and experiences as possible.

S01 Episode 09: Author Lydia Ruffles shares her views on mental health and openly talks about her own experiences with Bipolar Disorder, OCD and Panic Attacks.

Lydia is the acclaimed author of 'The Taste of Blue Light' and 'Colour Me In'. She also writes and speaks on mental health and creativity for media including Guardian, Buzzfeed, Sunday Times, Metro, Woman's Hour, BBC Radio 2, BBC 5 Live and more. She is also currently studying for an MSc in Creative Arts and Mental Health.

Hear Lydia’s views on the importance of using the right language to talk about mental health, the link between mental health and creativity and how she wrote her first novel from bed and hospital waiting rooms.

This is Lydia's story and her personal journey. No judgement. No right or wrong. Cathy and Scarlett are not medical professionals - just two young women on a mission to open up the conversation on mental health by sharing as many individual stories and experiences as possible.

S01 Episode 08: BAFTA Award Winning Director Michael J Ferns shares his views on mental health.

Michael discusses how his journey with diabetes has affected him. He also shares his fascinating views on being a director, the illusion of meritocracy and the disconnect between equality of opportunity and equality of outcome.

This is Michael's story and his personal journey. No judgement. No right or wrong. Cathy and Scarlett are not medical professionals - just two young women on a mission to open up the conversation on mental health by sharing as many individual stories and experiences as possible.

S01 Episode 07: Tatum Karmen Swithenbank shares her remarkable story of coming to terms with having to give up training due to an undiagnosed physical illness.

Tatum discusses how she explored a new identity between leaving college and receiving her diagnosis. We talk feminism, travelling and how Muscular Dystrophy affected her mental health.

This is Tatum’s story and her personal journey. No Judgement. No right or wrong. Cathy and Scarlett are not medical professionals - just two young women on a mission to open up the conversation on mental health by sharing as many individual stories and experiences as possible.

S01 Episode 06: Singing and Vocal Massage Lecturer and International Teacher Trainer, Stephen King shares his story of how he changed career and his views on how the voice can affect mental health.

Stephen is the Clinical Director of King-Manual Therapy specialising in Vocal Massage , Myofascial Release and Management of Chronic Pain for Musical Theatre Performers. In this episode we discuss injury at Drama School to Picasso's to opening a clinic in The Shard.

Stephen shares his fascinating insight into how looking after the body and the voice can free us up both physically and mentally.

This is Stephen's story and his personal journey. No judgement. No right or wrong. Cathy and Scarlett are not medical professionals - just two young women on a mission to open up the conversation on mental health by sharing as many individual stories and experiences as possible.

S01 Episode 05: Alan Bates Award winning actress, writer and director Eilidh Loan opens up and shares her views on mental health.

This episode focuses particularly on mental health in men, from the point of view of her play 'Moorcroft'. The play is inspired by her Dad and the stories of his youth. Eilidh interviewed 6 other grown men from Renfrewshire about their lives, the key events that affected them during their twenties and how they affected their mental health then, and now in the present day.

Eilidh also focuses on anxiety, the importance of creating accessible theatre, counselling and how vital it is to keep the conversation of mental health alive.

This is Eilidh's story and her personal journey. No judgement. No right or wrong. Cathy and Scarlett are not medical professionals - just two young women on a mission to open up the conversation on mental health by sharing as many individual stories and experiences as possible.

S01 Episode 04: Choreographer and performer Philip Joel discusses and shares his views on mental health within the creative arts.

Philip shares his wealth of knowledge within the industry, particularly from a choreographer and tutors point of view. Discussing his journey through the industry, Philip touches on subjects such as happiness, the importance of supporting other creatives, his own views on mental health and supporting others.

This is an interview packed with advice and honestly from wonderful and respected creative.

This is Phil's story and his personal journey. No judgement. No right or wrong. Cathy and Scarlett are not medical professionals - just two young women on a mission to open up the conversation on mental health by sharing as many individual stories and experiences as possible.