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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I'm joined by Nathan Addai, an award-nominated illustrator and founder of Mental Roots a multimedia platform and podcast to help raise awareness, educate, and empower black people's mental health. Nathan incredible short film, openly discusses the common fears and stigmas of mental health issues among young black men, which was featured on BBC and nationwide.

Nathan opens up to me about being a young black British person and seeing a massive lack of representation in the animation industry, both in the UK and worldwide. I recently learned that over 23% of Black British people experience a mental health problem, compared to 17% of white British people. We have a really open and honest conversation about this to better understand the issue.

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🎥 Short Film - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nrgO5b9IliA&ab_channel=MentalRoots

Joined by Sonia Hunt, a food allergy activist, TEDx speaker, and the author of "NUT JOB: How I Crushed My Food Allergies to Thrive," who speaks openly about eliminating her 32 food allergies. Sonia, tired of decades spent navigating Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) and relying on medication, took matters into her own hands. Drawing from both Eastern therapy and functional medicine, she embarked on a journey to uncover the root causes of her allergies and pave a path to true healing.

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I’m joined by James, Founder of Healthy Living James, a food blogger. James was diagnosed with ME (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis). This illness left him bed bound for over 2 years. During this time, James met his future wife, who helped him through the darkest moments. He also learned the importance of diet and nutrition in managing his illness.

Topics in the podcast:

• How James met his future wife when he was bed bound

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I'm joined with Amy, one of the co-founders of Grow with Iris, a plant-based drink for children ages over 12 months. Grow with Iris is free from milk, lactose, eggs, soy, peanuts, and tree nuts, making it a great option for children with allergies.

Amy shares her personal story about her daughter Iris, who was diagnosed with multiple allergies at a young age. Amy struggled to find a feeding option that was both nutritious and free from allergens. This led her to create Grow with Iris, a plant-based drink that is both healthy and safe for children with allergies.

In this episode, Amy discusses the challenges of raising a child with allergies, the importance of finding a safe and nutritious feeding option, and the inspiration behind Grow with Iris. She also shares her tips for other parents of children with allergies. If you are a parent of a child with allergies, or if you are looking for a healthy and nutritious growing up drink for your child, then this episode is for you. Listen to learn more about Grow with Iris and how it can help children with allergies thrive.

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I'm joined by actor and life coach, Danny Rahim, as he opens up about his struggles with mental health, coping with his mother's bipolar disorder, and his journey to becoming an advocate. In a society where men hide their emotions, this podcast emphasises the importance of vulnerability and mental health awareness. Discover how Danny turned his experiences into a platform to help others, all while pursuing a successful acting career. Be inspired by his resilience and commitment to making a difference. Tune in for a soul-stirring episode celebrating growth and triumph over adversity.

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