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Sep 23, 2024 • 24min

Pt 1: Avoidance, Drugs, Heartbreak & Dogs | Jordan Stephens

Musician, actor and writer Jordan Stephens joins Dr Alex George for a stomp to discuss his instant Sunday Times Bestselling book ‘Avoidance, Drugs, Heartbreak & Dogs’.In part 1, Jordan explains how his ADHD diagnosis led him to a creative career, he shares his “wild” ideas on how the education system needs to change and why he feels lucky to have had so much therapy.Follow @jordanfstephens and get his book ‘Avoidance, Drugs, Heartbreak & Dogs’Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 17, 2024 • 31min

Pt 3: Families Belong Together: How Displaced Families are Reunited | British Red Cross

Giulia Gosi works for the British Red Cross in London, and in part 3 of this partnership with the British Red Cross, Dr Alex speaks to Guila about how she is supporting families who have been separated by conflict or persecution. We talk about the emotional journey that families face and learn what it takes to safely reunite them.TW: In this episode we mention FGM. Look after yourself and listen with caution.For more information on what the British Red Cross does and how you can help head to www.redcross.org.uk/about-us/here-for-humanityFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 17, 2024 • 31min

Pt 2: Dealing with Devastation: Meet the Everyday People Responding to Floods, Storms and Fires | British Red Cross

In part 2 of this Stompcast partnership with the British Red Cross, Alex talks to David Craigie – an emergency response volunteer in the north of Scotland who has supported people after devastating storms and floods. He shares his journey of how he came to work with the British Red Cross and the challenges he overcame to help people going through some of the toughest times of their lives. For more information on what the British Red Cross does and how you can help head to www.redcross.org.uk/about-us/here-for-humanityFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 16, 2024 • 30min

Pt 1: Is it Possible to Stay Neutral in World Conflicts? | British Red Cross

In a world where conflicts lead to divisions of many, there are an incredible group of people who manage to stay neutral in order to support the greater good.Claire is the Director of International Law and Policy at the British Red Cross, leading on their work involving international law and humanitarian principles. Humanity is at the heart of everything the British Red Cross do, and in part 1 of this partner series, she discusses how operating with neutrality allows the British Red Cross to access conflict zones and get help to people who need it most. For more information on what the British Red Cross does and how you can help head to www.redcross.org.uk/about-us/here-for-humanityFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 11, 2024 • 23min

Pt 3: What is “Normal” When it Comes to Sex? | Dr Paula Hall

In part 3, Dr Paula Hall breaks down the common problems people have when it comes to porn and what is really happening when the “spark” fizzles out in your relationship.Plus, she answers how often couples should have sex and why we’re talking about sex more but having it less.For support or to check out Dr Paula’s work, go to www.pivotalrecovery.org and thelaurelcentre.co.ukFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 10, 2024 • 32min

Pt 2: Why We’re Rubbish at Talking About Sex | Dr Paula Hall

In part 2, Dr Paula Hall and Dr Alex George discuss how the privacy around sex may cause more problems than it resolves.Paula and Alex discuss why we should talk to and educate children about sex and porn, how to stop feeling ashamed for watching pornography and whether porn is bad for your romantic relationship. For support or to check out Dr Paula’s work, go to www.pivotalrecovery.org and thelaurelcentre.co.ukFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 9, 2024 • 31min

Pt 1: Is Porn Bad? How to Assess Your Relationship with Sex and Porn | Dr Paula Hall

Dr Paula Hall is the UK’s leading expert on Compulsive Sexual Behaviour Disorder (also known as, sex and porn addiction), and she joins Dr Alex George to uncover this taboo subject.In part 1, Paula explains whether ‘sex addiction’ is an outdated term, if it’s possible to be too sex positive and how to know if you’re addicted to porn. For support or to check out Dr Paula’s work, go to www.pivotalrecovery.org and thelaurelcentre.co.ukFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 4, 2024 • 19min

Pt 3: How to Embrace Uncertainty: Tips for Training your Mental Fitness | Maisie Summers-Newton

In part 3, Maisie Summers-Newton offers her tips and strategies for maintaining her wellbeing in the high-pressure world of competitive sport. Maisie and Dr Alex discuss how you can train your brain just like your body, how she’s preparing in the run up to Paris 2024 and why she needs a life outside of swimming.Follow @maisiesn_Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 3, 2024 • 23min

Pt 2: How Sacrifice Can Lead You to Greatness | Maisie Summers-Newton

In part 2, Maisie Summers-Newton explains how she juggles being a Paralympian and a teacher.Maisie reveals how she feels when asked about her disability, if she’s ever felt like giving up swimming and how she deals with post-paralympic blues. Follow @maisiesn_Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 2, 2024 • 25min

Pt 1: Winning Gold at the Paralympics | Maisie Summers-Newton

Paralympic swimming champion Maisie Summers-Newton MBE joins Dr Alex on a stomp, recorded just 2 weeks before she flew to Paris to defend her title and gold medal.In part 1, Maisie shares how seeing Ellie Simmonds swim at London 2012 inspired her on her Paralympic journey, her experience at Tokyo 2020 and what it felt like when she not only won a gold medal but smashed a world record. Follow @maisiesn_Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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