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Open Journal episodes
- Ep308 Bluffing Your Way Next? with Alex
In this episode Alex joins us again to re-cap Bluffing Your Way In Ballet at Edinburgh Fringe and discuss what's next.
Guest: Alex
Instagram: @Seizingthedaycompany & @bluffingballet | Website: seizingthedaycompany.co.uk |
Host: Mike
Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads: @Mike_Douglas_ | Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_
The Podcast
Website: openjournalbc.com | Threads: @OpenJournalBC | Instagram: @OpenJournalBC | Twitter: @OpenJournalBC | Facebook: @OpenJournalBC
46 min - Ep307 Starting 2025 & Time to Talk
An intro to Time to Talk Day and the Podcast returning for 2025.
Host: Mike
Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads: @Mike_Douglas_ |
The Podcast
Website: openjournalbc.com | Threads: @OpenJournalBC | Instagram: @OpenJournalBC | Twitter: @OpenJournalBC | Facebook: @OpenJournalBC
10 min - Ep306 End of Year Break
In this episode Mike reflects on recent episodes and the winter break.
Signposting to support:
samaritans.org | mind.org.uk | mind.org.uk/information-support/local-minds | youngminds.org.uk | themix.org.uk | childline.org.uk | kooth.com
Host: Mike
Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads: @Mike_Douglas_ | Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_
The Podcast
Website: openjournalbc.com | Threads: @OpenJournalBC | Instagram: @OpenJournalBC | Twitter: @OpenJournalBC | Facebook: @OpenJournalBC
17 min - Ep305 Reinventing Our Wellness with Janey
In this episode Janey joins us to talk reinventing yourself, building a career and her journey with sobriety and wellness. Our conversation also includes reflections on recovery, constellation therapy, coaching, manifestation and meaning.
Order Wham to Woo at Waterstones
Guest: Janey
Website: www.thesoberclub.com & www.janeyleegrace.com | Instagram: @janeyleegrace
Host: Mike
Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads: @Mike_Douglas_ | Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_
The Podcast
Website: openjournalbc.com | Threads: @OpenJournalBC | Instagram: @OpenJournalBC | Twitter: @OpenJournalBC | Facebook: @OpenJournalBC
46 min - Ep304 Flexible Workplaces with Fiona
In this episode Fiona joins us to talk about flexible workplace arrangements to support our wellbeing and to support new parents. We also discuss Fiona's work as CEO and Founder at Brand Champions.
Guest: Fiona
Website: thebrandchampions.co.uk | Instagram: @thebrandchampions | LinkedIn: @the-brand-champions-london-ltd
Host: Mike
Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads: @Mike_Douglas_ | Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_
The Podcast
Website: openjournalbc.com | Threads: @OpenJournalBC | Instagram: @OpenJournalBC | Twitter: @OpenJournalBC | Facebook: @OpenJournalBC
41 min - Ep303 Mental Health Blog Awards 2024
In this episode we share and celebrate the 2024 Mental Health Blog Awards Ceremony.
Mental Health Blog Awards
Website: MHBlogAwards.com | Instagram: @MHBlogAwards | Threads: @MHBlogAwards | Facebook: @MHBlogAwards | Twitter: @MHBlogAwards
2024 MHBA Winners
Project of the Year - Naziat, Pearls of Wellbeing
Vlogger of the Year - Dennis, Psychreg
Podcaster of the Year - Priyanka, Sanity Daily
Socials Champion of the Year - James, Morning Coffee Run
Blogger of the Year - Priyanka, Sanity Daily
Host: Mike
Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads: @Mike_Douglas_ | Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_
The Podcast
Website: openjournalbc.com | Threads: @OpenJournalBC | Instagram: @OpenJournalBC | Twitter: @OpenJournalBC | Facebook: @OpenJournalBC
28 min - Ep302 Seasonal Changes with Alice
In this episode Alice rejoins us to discuss autumn to winter wellbeing, time and energy maintenance and wellbeing routines.
Guest: Alice
Instagram: @Alice_Dartnell | Website: alicedartnell.com
Host: Mike
Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads: @Mike_Douglas_ | Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_
The Podcast
Website: openjournalbc.com | Threads: @OpenJournalBC | Instagram: @OpenJournalBC | Twitter: @OpenJournalBC | Facebook: @OpenJournalBC
41 min - Ep301 Cosplay & Community with Olly
In this episode Olly updates us on all things Dream Team Portsmouth and potential activities for 2025 and Portsmouth Comic Con.
Guest: Olly
Instagram: @DreamTeamPortsmouth | Facebook: @DreamTeamPortsmouth
Host: Mike
Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads: @Mike_Douglas_ | Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_
The Podcast
Website: openjournalbc.com | Threads: @OpenJournalBC | Twitter: @OpenJournalBC | Facebook: @OpenJournalBC
1 hr 9 min - Ep300 Three Hundred Episodes (318)
Three hundred (well 318) episodes! In this episode Mike shares some insights on 154 guests and over 250 hours of mental health and wellbeing conversations.
Host: Mike
Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads: @Mike_Douglas_ | Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_
The Podcast
Website: openjournalbc.com | Threads: @OpenJournalBC | Twitter: @OpenJournalBC | Facebook: @OpenJournalBC
37 min - Ep299 Pride Dinner with Dom
In this episode Dom shares his experiences learning and celebrating LGBT+ representation and celebration in work and social circles, while also providing an insight to Goho and their recent Pride Dinner event.
Guest: Dom
Website: thisisgoho.com | Instagram: @thisisgoho | LinkedIn: @goho | Facebook: @thisisgoho
Host: Mike
Instagram: @Mike_Douglas_ | Threads: @Mike_Douglas_ | Twitter: @Mike_Douglas_
The Podcast
Website: openjournalbc.com | Threads: @OpenJournalBC | Twitter: @OpenJournalBC | Facebook: @OpenJournalBC
44 min
About Open Journal
From the publisher's feed
Open Journal Podcast (part of the BlogCast) focuses on the many aspects of mental health; including illness, wellness, stigma and support and the lives affected by mental health.
Mike and his guests discuss a range of topics including: health, relationships, education, local events and product reviews.