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Joined by Alasdair Gill, a chef who shares his journey of grappling with alcohol addiction from a young age and eventually resorting to drugs. His lowest point came when his drug dealer confided in him about his problem with drugs. Alasdair sought the necessary support, entered rehab, and was handed a book authored by his father detailing his own battle with addiction. This experience allowed Alasdair to connect and empathize with his father's journey through addiction as well.

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I have the pleasure of having James Rodgers on the podcast. James is not only a dedicated firefighter but also a passionate LGBTQ+ advocate and activist. During our conversation, we delve into his experiences as a gay firefighter, including a candid discussion about the challenges he faced when participating in an online photoshoot to promote LGBTQ+ awareness. James also shares his inspiring journey of becoming a firefighter and how he discovered his true calling, even amidst the emotional loss of his mother, a revelation that came while he was in training. Furthermore, we explore the LGBTQ+ community in depth, addressing the topic of whether the term "queer" is considered offensive.

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In this episode, I'm joined by Benjamin, the founder of the Gluten Free Family Podcast. We delve into important topics like men's mental health and how allergies, especially coeliac disease, affect our lives. Benjamin shares his coeliac diagnosis journey, prompted by a friend's suggestion. We also discuss the pressures of running a coeliac-centric platform and podcast, emphasising the significance of open dialogue within the community. Tune in for a candid and insightful conversation.

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Joined by Eddie Stainer, who has struggled with alcohol addiction throughout his life and was exposed to alcohol at just 8 years old. Eddie opens up about being drugged and tortured after coming across a woman with Munchausen Syndrome. Additionally, Eddie discusses his upbringing as a Jehovah's Witness and the profound impact of losing his father at a tender age. Tune in to hear Eddie's remarkable journey of resilience and transformation.

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Join us as we dive deep into the lived experience of ADHD and Anorexia, and engage in an honest conversation about breaking stigmas around OnlyFans, kinks, and polyamory. Our guest shares her journey, including the challenges of dealing with online hate and bullying, topics she's openly addressed on her channels. Tune in for an eye-opening discussion on mental health, sexuality, and resilience.

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Sophie Montague, a radio host for Made in Kent, she joins the podcast this week to discuss her journey with coeliac disease from a young age, the pressures of social media, finding inner happiness, and how she landed a radio hosting job after appearing on Virgin Radio.

This podcast episode is super chatty with Sophie, as she is a fellow northerner too (not had many on the pod). I really enjoyed our chat together, if you did too please make sure to click subscribe and leave me a review 

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Delve into the world of mental health with Shaun Flores, a passionate advocate for OCD and ADHD awareness. Shaun, a renowned x3 Tedx Speaker, takes us on an inspiring journey through his own experiences, shedding light on crucial topics like OCD, ADHD, and men's mental health.

In this powerful episode, we explore Shaun's upbringing and the challenges he faced while dealing with intrusive thoughts throughout his life. Discover how a transformative encounter with a therapist changed the trajectory of his life for the better, offering hope and invaluable insights for those grappling with similar issues.

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Marietta, the founder of Cheeky Nibbles. In the podcast she discusses her struggles with Tourette’s & ticks when she was younger which led to her finding out she has got autism. She also shares her story and outlining the struggles she faced in starting and running her own business and the importance of mental health awareness and how autism makes it difficult to be open about my struggles.

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I am joined by Micky Dacks, a former ex con who turned to a life of crime during his youth and subsequently served time in prison. He has channeled these life experiences from his upbringing in Salford, Manchester into creating a musical production called 'Innit' in Manchester. This production resonates with young people, offering them guidance and support, ultimately steering them toward a more positive life path.

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Becky Excell, a four-time Sunday Times best-selling author, renowned recipe creator, and gluten-free food blogger. In this episode, we delve into the challenges of social media, Becky's remarkable journey through a double mastectomy, her struggles with friendship, and her relationship with having an eating disorder during her university years. We also explore the recipe for her massive success.

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