Tearoom Talks

Join me for episode 13 of the third series of the Tearoom Talks podcast! The final episode for this series. A small summary of the series and short catch up with news around the UK along with some highlights for guests featured this series. It's been a great series with plenty of information and heartfelt stories and experiences.

As always, thank you for listening to this episode and this series. Stay in touch and keep up to date via our social media pages.

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Join me for episode 12 of the third series of the Tearoom Talks podcast! This week we discuss the topic of bereavement with Amelia. A difficult topic yet so critically important to discuss when branching on themes around mental health. We look into why we sometimes react to loss in various ways, what support can be available and of course Amelia discusses her own personal journey along with the story of Suicide&Co.

As always, thank you for listening to this episode. Stay in touch and keep up to date via our social media pages.

Episode Links

Suicide&Co

https://www.suicideandco.org/

Sucide&Co Signposting Help-Hub

https://www.suicideandco.org/help-hub

NHS

https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/feelings-symptoms-behaviours/behaviours/help-for-suicidal-thoughts/

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Join me for episode 11 of the third series of the Tearoom Talks podcast! This week we look into the agriculture industry. An industry that really is suffering with high numbers of mental ill health, suicide and crisis calls. We are joined by Kate Miles from the DPJ foundation who talks to us on the importance of raising awareness within this industry, what they are doing to combat the issues and why the industry faces these problems.

As always, thank you for listening to this episode. Stay in touch and keep up to date via our social media pages.

Episode Links

The DPJ Foundation

https://www.thedpjfoundation.co.uk/

Farming Community Network

https://fcn.org.uk/help-health-issues/

GOV Parliament Article

Mental Health Risks to Farmers in the UK

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Join me for episode 10 of the third series of the Tearoom Talks podcast! This week I am joined by both Chris and Dan as they share their personal stories when dealing with miscarriage and balancing their own mental wellbeing. We look into common thoughts and themes arise, what support services are available, how men can look to open up more and also the organisation that Chris founded.

As always, thank you for listening to this episode. Stay in touch and keep up to date via our social media pages.

Episode Links

Miscarriage for men

https://www.miscarriageformen.com/

NHS Miscarriage - Afterwards information

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/miscarriage/afterwards/

Miscarriage association

https://www.miscarriageassociation.org.uk/

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Join me for episode 9 of the third series of the Tearoom Talks podcast! This week I am joined by Astrid as we discuss themes and topics around domestic abuse and violence within the LGBTQ+ community. We look into what situations can arise, what support is available and what can be done to spread support and awareness for others.

As always, thank you for listening to this episode. Stay in touch and keep up to date via our social media pages.

Episode Links

Switchboard

https://www.switchboard.org.uk/

NHS Support

https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/advice-for-life-situations-and-events/mental-health-support-if-you-are-gay-lesbian-bisexual-lgbtq/

MindOut

https://mindout.org.uk/

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Join me for episode 8 of the third series of the Tearoom Talks podcast! This week I am joined by Marie and we discuss the importance of dealing with poor workplace cultures. We look into workplace harassment and bullying, in particular the themes and topics brought with it. We also look into the work Marie does to combat workplace harassment. 

As always, thank you for listening to this episode. Stay in touch and keep up to date via our social media pages.

Episode Links

Speak Out Revolution 

https://www.speakoutrevolution.co.uk/

National Bullying Helpline

https://www.nationalbullyinghelpline.co.uk/about.html

Citizens Advice 

https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/work/discrimination-at-work/dealing-with-discrimination-at-work/checking-if-its-discrimination/if-youre-being-harassed-or-bullied-at-work/

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Join me for episode 7 of the third series of the Tearoom Talks podcast! This week I am joined by fellow award winning tradesperson Astrid. We discuss the topics of Astrid's personal journey into the construction industry, the decisions that led her to teaching women in the industry and what can be done in construction for the future.

As always, thank you for listening to this episode. Stay in touch and keep up to date via our social media pages.

Episode Links

Touchwood South West

https://touchwoodsouthwest.com/courses/construction-courses-for-women/

GOV UK - Women into construction

https://educationhub.blog.gov.uk/2023/03/23/how-were-helping-people-get-into-a-career-in-construction/

FMB - Article

https://www.fmb.org.uk/resource/deconstructing-barriers-for-women-in-construction.html

Women Into Construction

https://women-into-construction.org/

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Join me for episode 6 of the third series of the Tearoom Talks podcast! This week we talk on the topic of alcoholism with Kieron. As a former professional footballer, Kieron battled for many years after with alcohol misuse. We chat about his experiences, personal advice and life now following his path from alcoholism to recovery.

As always, thank you for listening to this episode. Stay in touch and keep up to date via our social media pages.

Episode Links

NHS Alcohol Misuse

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/alcohol-misuse/

DrinkAware

https://www.drinkaware.co.uk

MIND - Alcohol, Drug and Addiction

https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/recreational-drugs-alcohol-and-addiction/

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Join me for episode 5 of the third series of the Tearoom Talks podcast! This week I am thrilled to be joined by Tracey Sainsbury. An important topic in life that is starting a family, me and Tracey look into the difficulties and stigma often attached. Topics discussed include troubles with conception, IVF treatments, infertility and stress on a couple. We ask the question as to why the topic seems to taboo and what can be changed.

As always, thank you for listening to this episode. Stay in touch and keep up to date via our social media pages.

Episode Links

NHS Infertility Diagnosis & Support

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/infertility/

Fertility Network UK

https://fertilitynetworkuk.org/

BICA

https://www.bica.net/

Fertility Counselling

https://www.fertilitycounselling.co.uk/

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Join me for episode 4 of the third series of the Tearoom Talks podcast! This week I am delighted to be joined by Megan Fisher. Both me and Megan discuss the impact of mental health within university situations and the challenges that can become present when having an existing mental health condition. As well as this we discuss ways that universities can help and support students with their studies and how education as a whole is changing to recognise and change attitudes towards the topic.

As always, thank you for listening to this episode. Stay in touch and keep up to date via our social media pages.

Episode Links

UCAS Support

https://www.ucas.com/money-and-student-life/student-life/mental-health-and-wellbeing

Mind Student Support

https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/tips-for-everyday-living/student-life/support-and-treatment/

Student Minds

https://www.studentminds.org.uk/

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