
Mental - The Podcast to Destigmatise Mental Health
Best Health Podcast 4 years running at The People’s Choice Podcast Awards 🏆
Mental was created by Bobby Temps to break down mental health stigma and discrimination. Joined by special guests, the podcast is a safe space to hear honest and insightful mental health interviews in the hope listeners will feel more empowered to continue the conversation with others.
Every other Thursday we delve into a factor in mental health and how to better manage it. You’ll also better understand different conditions from first-hand experience, with inspiring guests and surprising statistics. Start listening from any episode or topic that interests you.
So whether you have experienced mental illness or not, there’ll be something to relate to in each episode and a reminder that, you are enough!
Latest episodes

Nov 12, 2020 • 1h 19min
164: Masculinity - It’s actually such a sign of strength to speak up and get help with Piers Harrison-Reid
In this powerful and intimate conversation Bobby is joined by A&E nurse and poet Piers Harrison-Reid, to talk masculinity as a factor in mental health and getting support.
Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it.
Take a listen to our special Hope from the Frontline episode HERE
The Guardian article Bobby mentioned is HERE
Find our new show ‘Dating Games - The Modern Relationships Podcast’ HERE
Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition
Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram
We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE

Nov 5, 2020 • 1h 4min
163: Family - It was like walking a tightrope that’s also on fire with Amanda Prowse & Josiah Hartley
In this incredibly moving episode we’re joined by Amanda Prowse & Josiah Hartley to talk family and mental health. Including how they were able to find a way out of deep depression together.
Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it.
Get your copy of The Boy Between by Amanda & Josiah HERE
You can take a look at the article I read information from in the intro HERE
Check out our sponsor last week Stitch Fix for a special listener offer HERE
Find our new show ‘Dating Games - The Modern Relationships Podcast’ HERE
Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition
Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram
We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE

Oct 29, 2020 • 1h
162: Identity - Mental illness doesn’t define us but these experiences are part of you with Cheddar Gorgeous
We’re breaking down identity this week with drag queen and anthropologist Cheddar Gorgeous. We talk stereotypes as part of stigma, body dysmorphia and self acceptance in this powerful conversation.
Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it.
Check out our sponsor this week Stitch Fix for a special listener offer HERE
Find our new show ‘Dating Games - The Modern Relationships Podcast’ HERE
Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition
Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram
We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE

Oct 22, 2020 • 55min
161: Abusive Relationships - You can think that you’re in love when you’re really just in pain with Izzy Staden
This week we’re covering a major theme where our mental health can often be the target of abusers. We’re joined by the brilliant Izzy Staden who shares her Me Too experience in this moving and empowering episode.
Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it.
Check out our sponsor this week ExpressVPN for a special listener offer HERE
Find our new show ‘Dating Games - The Modern Relationships Podcast’ HERE
Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition
Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram
We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE

Oct 15, 2020 • 1h 24min
159: Gender & Mental Health with Natasha Devon MBE (Part 2)
Either side of World Mental Health Day we are doing a special two part series on gender relating to mental health. This week we are joined by Natasha Devon to talk body image, parental expectations, education and more.
Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it.
Sign Natasha’s petition for mental health first aiders in workplaces HERE
Or Hope’s petition to take the weight restrictions out of eating disorder support HERE
Find our new show ‘Dating Games - The Modern Relationships Podcast’ HERE
Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition
Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram
We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE

Oct 6, 2020 • 1h
158: Gender & Mental Health with Juno Dawson (Part 1)
Either side of World Mental Health Day we are doing a special two part series on gender relating to mental health. This week we are joined by Juno Dawson to discuss blue vs pink, anxiety, stereotypes, gendered toys and more.
Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it.
The podcast appearances we mentioned are:
Fitter Healthier Dads, In The Moment with Alex Manzi & PodBible (Bobby’s episode is out on Saturday)
Find our new show ‘Dating Games - The Modern Relationships Podcast’ on:
Apple Podcasts
Stitcher
Or wherever you pod...
Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition
Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram
We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE

Sep 30, 2020 • 55min
157: Social Media & Podcasting - It’s incredible to see how these mental health conversations spread with Ellen Scott & Yvette Caster
For this super special episode we’re joining forces with the hosts of Mentally Yours. We talk all about breaking down stigma through our respective podcasts. Plus how social media is both a blessing and a challenge during the pandemic.
Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it.
Listen to Mentally Yours HERE
Find our new show ‘Dating Games’ on:
Apple Podcasts
Stitcher
Or wherever you pod...
Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition
Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram
We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE

Sep 24, 2020 • 53min
156: Crime - The impact on communities and of course mental health is immense with Jan Canty
This week we are joined by the incredible Jan Canty who shares how her life was shattered by murder. In rebuilding she learned some fascinating lessons about how we view crime and those who experience it.
Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it.
Listen to Jan’s Podcast HERE
Take a peek at Jan’s Website HERE
Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition
Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram
We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE

Sep 16, 2020 • 58min
155: Mental Health Education - How the reforms just launched will transform young lives with Louise Newby
Join us for this incredibly special episode to celebrate a revolution in how mental health is talked about. With educator Louise Newby we break down the incredible impact these reforms will have and celebrate 200,000 signatures for the campaign !
Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it.
Learn more about the reforms in Wales HERE
Learn more about the reforms in England HERE
Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition
Louise’s quick mental health tips for teachers are HERE
Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram
We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE

Sep 10, 2020 • 53min
154: Dissociative Identity Disorder - Its like the different parts of who I am got disconnected with Vivian Conan
This week we’re covering an often misunderstood condition Dissociative Identity Disorder with librarian turn author Vivian Conan. She was first diagnosed when this condition was still called Multiple Personally Disorder and shares how understanding has evolved through the decades.
Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it.
Learn more about Vivian and her book HERE
Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition
Join the movement on: Facebook, Twitter & Instagram
We also have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE