[M]enable Matters: Recent Episodes
Steve Whitton
Regular discussion and debate from specialists, experts and everyday people on the subjects contributing to Mental Health issues - especially in the Automotive Sector and in particular to get men to open up.
Service Manager of Jardine Motors Group, Emma Kingston, talks about how she's navigated the automotive industry and uses her strong natural skills to support others.
With a fascinating career history, Richard explains how his learning from these different roles, helps him with anxieties and stresses in the automotive sector.
With boundless energy, Matt navigates his way through the industry - but, lockdown knocked him off kilter and now he uses that learning to help others.
In this episode, Alison Fowler, Head of Divisional Marketing talks about how she and her team support each other's mental health and that of their colleagues across the business. This was brought into sharp focus for Alison when her own son suffered with anxiety during lockdown.
In this episode, Steve Fulthorpe (Divisional Corporate Sales Manager) talks openly about his past issues with anxiety and how it's helped him grow stronger.
Brand Manager for Jardine Motors Group talks about his journey into automotive and the companies approach to supporting the team's wellbeing.
Is there a difference between masculine and feminine environments in the workplace? Is it an "energy" thing. In this episode, Stephen chats to Rachel Shackleton to explore this subject further - with a few laughs along the way.
Jackie Handy is an Inclusivity Leadership expert, author and speaker and in this candid and honest interview with Stephen, she talks about the challenges businesses have in achieving a fully inclusive culture. BUT, she also talks openly about her own story and the lessons that's taught her.
In this episode, Stephen talks with Sam Adcock about being Gay in the Automotive Industry and the - sometimes surprising - reactions that has got. Enjoy.
Hear how anxiety specialist Caroline Cavanagh uses a bespoke toolkit to help with day to day issues.
In this lively episode, Stephen talks to one of his Linkedin heroes, Luke Manton about Tourette's, being Gay and the abuse that can bring.
In this episode, Stephen talks to Martin Furber about acceptance! We even get a mention for the Bisexual Duck!
In this episode, Stephen talks to Marshall Motor Group project manager, Liam about coping mechanisms and how he deals with his mental health challenges!
Hear how a bright, bubbly teenager descended into anxiety, chronic pain and discomfort and after a serious car accident then took her life in her hands, researched self-healing and now wants to help others.
Chloe Barrett shares her personal story.
In this episode, Stephen is joined by Nutrition expert and Speaker, Carola Becker, to discuss the impact nutrition has on mental health and the things we can do to improve.
In this episode, Stephen explores the third level of intelligence, above intellect and emotion, with Conscious Connections MD, Paul Burton.
In this warm and fun episode (that starts with an out-take) Stephen talks to James Herbert who candidly shares his experiences of workplace banter and dealing with that as someone who suffers from anxiety.
James also share his insights into being an Ambassador for Menable.
In this warm and insightful episode Stephen discusses Depression, PTSD and Anxiety with our ambassador Todd Bailey AND how he deals with the reaction from most people of "it's just not you!" Enjoy
In this warm, open and honest conversation, Adam talks to Stephen and shares his inspiring and very moving story and describes how the "man up" culture causes issues to be kept under a lid.
Trauma shows itself in many ways - from learned behaviour to experiencing major life events. Here, Stephen talks to Paul Wolstenholme to get his expert view on how we can recognise trauma and the resilience we need to deal with it.
Here Chris Wiseman talks openly to Stephen about Culture, Working Practices and Attitudes towards Mental Health in the Auto Business and how he wants his business to be perceived as a business that cares and nurtures. Enjoy.
In a frank and honest discussion about what some may think as a "tricky subject" Stephen discusses Menopause, Behaviours and the motor trade with the Queen of Behaviours - Vicky O'Farrell.
David Kateley, GM of Sales and Ops for Suzuki GB, talks to Stephen about his physical versus mental health and an experience that brought it all into perspective. A warm, heartfelt account - enjoy.
Stephen talks to Peter Vardy Group CEO, Peter Vardy about all things relating to legacy, history in the sector, mental health support and employee well-being. A fascinating and insightful chat. Enjoy.
Here Stephen reads his favourite poem - The Race - with it's twists and turns its a great analogy for life in general. Enjoy.
Inspirational and visionary leader Adam Turner, the MD of Chorley Group, talks openly about how his business engages its employees through their inclusive culture.
New Ambassador Neil describes his observations of the Automotive Industry and what drew him to be an ambassador for Menable.
Hear how Andy felt compelled to be part of the Menable movement and his observations across the industry, from a life-time in Finance.
Andy talks openly and candidly about his own mental health issues, the ups and downs of business and what the industry needs to do to embrace mental health.
Stephen talks to the inspiring Alan who's not only the first Ambassador but also the MD of the first member business of MENable too.
Here, Stephen talks to Ford's Dealer Training Manager about the power in volunteering - for both those who do it and those who benefit from it.
Creating performance based cultures actually requires empathy, compassion and understanding - and the ability to create a safe space for individuals too. Hear how Roelien created MIND5 from her background in sport and business and how she is now helping leaders with the skills for tomorrow.
Hear Daniel describe the challenges of being a young and newly promoted Sales Manager in a busy dealership and his journey to finding the best work' life balance.
Julia Muir is the Founder of the Automotive 30% club which is on a mission to change cultures in Automotive to become more inclusive, diverse and progressive (sounds just like us!). And with a goal to have 30% of senior automotive posts filled by women by 2030.
Hear Julia explain her background and aspirations for the club and how closely aligned to MENable, her organisation is.
A lively chat with MENable Matters CV and Employer Coach Lisa Avins. We talk about all aspects of writing a great CV or bringing employees back into businesses after Furlough or periods away.
Hear how Sam is leading the breakthrough revolution for students and young people and how his work is inspiring them to be the person they want to be. Who would have found that useful when they were a student? I definitely would! Enjoy.
Hear how the amazing Joy Langley, as a Therapist and Coach has managed to deal with the Suicide of her son Riaz. This heart-felt and moving account from a mother's perspective will have you thinking about what you make your thoughts "mean".
Sarah has a unique energy and drive as a Transformative Coach, that comes from her own tough journey. Here in this chat with Stephen, she describes how we all tend to think "outside-in" and from a position of "me". But, we're not our thoughts - or are we? Enjoy.
A very different episode of MENable Matters, recorded in a busy restaurant as Stephen and Cathy discuss, the devastating emotions associated with Jealousy and Envy.
Hear how Jason prioritises physical health in his life and the impact that positively has on his mental well-being. Add a layer of personal development and the conversation soon evolves into Purpose v Goals (which will be another episode). Enjoy.
Transformational Coach, Jonathan Burston specialises in helping people to navigate through the tricky subject of divorce. Hear how he applies his system to allow people to gain control over the process.
Hear how one of our newest Ambassadors, Fiona Duffy has battled through her own Mental Health journey and is challenging cultures in the Automotive Sector and her journey to becoming a Talking Therapist.
Meet our amazing Ambassador for the USA, Russ Mann. Hear how he describes his empathy, his concern for the "process" and "transactional" nature of our industry cultures and a very moving account of a friend's PTSD. Enjoy.
Grief, loss, bereavement - hear how Helen Arthur prepares us to tackle the 6 Myths of Grief and her top tips on dealing with loss - which by itself has many facets.
Emma is an amazing coach and trainer and is a founder member of the MENable movement. Here she talks to Stephen about working to a Free-Range life, and how to break out of the career cage we can sometimes find ourselves in - if you want to breakout of it of course!!
Daksh Gupta is the enigmatic CEO of one of the UK's largest dealer groups, Marshall Motor Group. Hear how he talks candidly, honestly and in a relaxed way to Stephen (Founder of [M]ENable) on the issues of Men's Mental Health in the Automotive sector - Enjoy!