• Farewell to series 3
    Jul 16 2024

    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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    8 mins
  • Dealing With Bereavement
    Jul 9 2024

    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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    31 mins
  • Growing support for agriculture
    Jul 2 2024

    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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    43 mins
  • Miscarriage for men
    Jun 25 2024

    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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    46 mins
  • Creating a safe space for LGBTQ+
    Jun 18 2024

    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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    32 mins
  • Workplace Culture
    Jun 11 2024

    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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    37 mins
  • Women In Construction
    Jun 4 2024

    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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    42 mins
  • Tackling Alcoholism
    May 28 2024

    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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    1 hr and 1 min