
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

May 4, 2020 • 14min
123: Lockdown Interview - Self care, anxiety & affirmations with Taneshia Johnson
In this short bonus interview Taneshia shares how she is managing her anxiety during lockdown by focusing on self care.
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.
Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition
Join the movement on:
Facebook - facebook.com/bobbytemps
Instagram - instagram.com/mentalpodcast
Twitter - twitter.com/mental_podcast

Apr 29, 2020 • 45min
122: Covid-19 & Mental Health (Week 6) Home working, time with the kids, hope for the future...
We’re continuing to cover Covid-19 with how it relates to mental health. Join us for more lighthearted discussion alongside practical tips.
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.
Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition
Join the movement on:
Facebook - facebook.com/bobbytemps
Instagram - instagram.com/mentalpodcast
Twitter - twitter.com/mental_podcast

Apr 26, 2020 • 13min
121: Lockdown Interview - Staying safe, public support & national pride with The Secret Psychiatrist
In this short bonus interview The Secret Psychiatrist shares how her profession has changed during the pandemic. Also how proud she has been of her patients and the public 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.
Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition
Join the movement on:
Facebook - facebook.com/bobbytemps
Instagram - instagram.com/mentalpodcast
Twitter - twitter.com/mental_podcast

Apr 23, 2020 • 60min
120: Covid-19 & Mental Health (Week 5) Self reflection, face mask ninjas, a very special guest...
We’re continuing to cover Covid-19 with how it relates to mental health. Join us for more lighthearted discussion alongside practical tips.
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.
Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition
Find the full article by Francesca Melandri HERE
Join the movement on:
Facebook - facebook.com/bobbytemps
Instagram - instagram.com/mentalpodcast
Twitter - twitter.com/mental_podcast

Apr 19, 2020 • 16min
119: Lockdown Interview - Reducing stress, insomnia and anxiety through meditation with Marcus Farrey
Marcus Farrey, expert in meditation techniques, discusses coping with lockdown stress through meditation and mindfulness. He shares practical tips for reducing stress, anxiety, and insomnia during the pandemic. The podcast includes a guided 10-minute meditation session for promoting inner peace and present moment awareness.

Apr 15, 2020 • 1h
118: Covid-19 & Mental Health (Week 4) Family, routine, a more united world...
We’re continuing to cover Covid-19 with how it relates to mental health. Join us for more lighthearted discussion alongside practical tips.
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.
Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition
Find the full article by Francesca Melandri HERE
Join the movement on:
Facebook - facebook.com/bobbytemps
Instagram - instagram.com/mentalpodcast
Twitter - twitter.com/mental_podcast

Apr 12, 2020 • 9min
117: Lockdown Interview - The great tools we already have and preventing mental spiral with Dr Shainna Ali
In this short bonus interview therapist Dr Shainna Ali shares how we can build on tools we already have to support mental health during the lockdown measures.
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.
Find Shainna’s brilliant online resources here HERE
Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition
Join the movement on:
Facebook - facebook.com/bobbytemps
Instagram - instagram.com/mentalpodcast
Twitter - twitter.com/mental_podcast

Apr 9, 2020 • 57min
116: Covid-19 & Mental Health (Week 3) Love for keyworkers, finances, hair cuts...
We’re continuing to cover Covid-19 with how it relates to mental health. Join us for more lighthearted discussion alongside practical tips.
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.
Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition
Join the movement on:
Facebook - facebook.com/bobbytemps
Instagram - instagram.com/mentalpodcast
Twitter - twitter.com/mental_podcast

Apr 5, 2020 • 7min
115: Lockdown Interview - Digital detox, anxiety and dyeing my hair green at home with Danny Wright
In this short bonus interview musician Danny Wright shares how he’s keeping busy and supporting his mental health during the lockdown measures.
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.
Follow Danny online or check out his music HERE
Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition
Join the movement on:
Facebook - facebook.com/bobbytemps
Instagram - instagram.com/mentalpodcast
Twitter - twitter.com/mental_podcast

Apr 1, 2020 • 58min
114: Covid-19 & Mental Health (Week 2) Relationships, Clap for Carers, Pets...
We’re continuing to cover Covid-19 with how it relates to mental health. Join us for more lighthearted discussion alongside practical tips.
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.
Watch the TED Talk by Alanna Shaikh HERE
Petition to 'Get Mental Health Education on the School Curriculum' - Join us at bit.ly/MentalPetition
Join the movement on:
Facebook - facebook.com/bobbytemps
Instagram - instagram.com/mentalpodcast
Twitter - twitter.com/mental_podcast