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How Do You Cope? …with Elis and John

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Jun 13, 2023 • 1h 29min

S4 Katie Piper: ‘Why don’t I let go of what I thought should happen and start living in what is happening?’

Broadcaster and author Katie Piper discusses her recovery journey, embracing positivity after trauma. The podcast explores resilience, coping mechanisms, and finding contentment amidst challenges.
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Jun 6, 2023 • 1h 12min

S4 Stressed Elis and Sober John: ‘It was like the last light got switched off’

In the first episode of a new series of How Do You Cope Elis and John share what they’ve been through over the past year, including Elis’s experiences with stress and John addressing his relationship with alcohol.This episode contains strong language that some people might find offensive. If you’re affected by any of the issues raised in this episode there’s more information at bbc.co.uk/actionline.
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May 30, 2023 • 3min

How Do You Cope - Series 4 teaser

Elis and John are back with a new series of How Do You Cope, and they’re here to share what they’ve got in store, including some of the guests that will be featuring.Remember, all previous episodes of How Do You Cope are available online, featuring the likes of Sir Brian May, Azeem Rafiq, George Ezra, Josie Long and Adam Kay.
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Jun 7, 2022 • 49min

S3 Listener Correspondence: 'You've made me feel less alone'

In the final episode of series three Elis and John read through a selection of your messages and reflect on some of the topics covered throughout the series.Details of organisations that can provide help and support on some of the issues raised in this episode or the rest of the series are available at bbc.co.uk/actionline.
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May 31, 2022 • 1h

S3 Elise Christie: ‘Replacing a negative habit with a positive one is the most important thing’

In this week's episode Elis and John are joined by former speed skater Elise Christie to discuss her mental health battles, her experiences as a professional athlete and her life post-retirement.Details of organisations that can provide help and support on some of the issues raised in this episode or the rest of the series are available at bbc.co.uk/actionline.
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May 26, 2022 • 1h 16min

S3 Professor David Nutt: ‘If anyone ever criticises or comments on your drinking, take it seriously'

In this week’s episode Elis and John are joined by neuropsychopharmacologist Professor David Nutt to discuss the effect drugs and alcohol have on the body and mind.Details of organisations that can provide help and support on some of the issues raised in this episode or the rest of the series are available at bbc.co.uk/actionline.
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May 17, 2022 • 1h 9min

S3 Gail Porter: ‘I had a great time, but with great times comes bad times’

In this week’s episode Elis James and John Robins are joined by broadcaster Gail Porter, where they discuss her mental health battles and her diagnosis with alopecia.This episode contains some strong language. Details of organisations that can provide help and support on some of the issues raised in this episode or the rest of the series are available at bbc.co.uk/actionline.
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May 10, 2022 • 1h 13min

S3 Brian May: ‘My name’s Brian and I’m a depressive’

This week Elis and John are joined by Queen guitarist Brian May. They talk to him about living with depression, the grief that came from losing his father and bandmate in the same year and his experiences with therapy.Details of organisations that can provide help and support on some of the issues raised in this episode or the rest of the series are available at bbc.co.uk/actionline.
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May 3, 2022 • 1h 26min

S3 Lemn Sissay: ‘I only knew the importance of family by not having it’

This week Elis and John are joined by poet and broadcaster Lemn Sissay to discuss growing up in the care system and the journey to his identity.This episode contains strong language. Details of organisations that can provide help and support on some of the issues raised in this episode or the rest of the series are available at bbc.co.uk/actionline.
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Apr 26, 2022 • 1h 8min

S3 Guvna B: ‘The toxic view of masculinity shouldn’t stop you from talking’

In this episode Elis and John are joined by rapper and author Guvna B to discuss toxic masculinity, his experience with counselling and how it’s helped him deal with grief.This episode contains strong language. Details of organisations that can provide help and support on some of the issues raised in this episode or the rest of the series are available at bbc.co.uk/actionline.

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