This World Is Mental: Recent Episodes
This World Is Mental
Everyone you see on the street, at the store, at work and in your neighborhood; all of them, are dealing with something Mental. This World is Mental centers around stories of triumph over mental health adversities. We aspire to give strength to those who face doubts often self-inflicted. Get actionable advice from people who have competed, performed and stood between the shadows of failure and the light of victory on the World’s biggest stages or everyday life. Join This World is Mental | Mental Stories | Mental Outcomes with your hosts Robby Thompson and Francesca Stutely while we collectively explore what it takes to break through challenges and rise up to become your true self.
In this riveting episode of our podcast, we delve into the extraordinary life of Paddy Brennan, an Irishman whose early life was shaped amidst the turmoil of civil war. Forcibly uprooted from his homeland and whisked away to the UK under the cloak of night, Paddy's tale begins with a dramatic departure from Ireland aboard a clandestine ship.
Growing up in the harsh realities of poverty and a tough neighborhood in the UK, Paddy faced numerous challenges that tested his spirit. His encounters with the law and the gritty streets could have defined his future, but Paddy chose a different path. Through sheer determination and an unbreakable spirit, he rose above his circumstances to become a celebrated boxing champion.
But Paddy's story doesn't end in the ring. He turned his hard-earned lessons and his passion for boxing into a force for good. Today, he stands as a beacon of hope, guiding those ensnared by the perils of drug abuse and abusive homes. Through the transformative power of boxing, Paddy Brennan not only reshapes lives but also instills a sense of purpose and strength in those he mentors.
Join us as we explore the journey of a man who went from battling personal demons to becoming a champion in every sense - not just in the boxing ring, but in the hearts of those he helps. Paddy Brennan's life is a testament to the power of resilience and the human spirit's capacity to overcome. He is not just a boxing champion; he is a true champion of the people.
In this heartfelt episode, Fran and Robby sit down with Gina Gatoli-King, the author of the brutally honest and moving book, "Oi Oi, Saveloy!" Gina shares her deeply personal journey of love, loss, and resilience as she recounts the life of her son, Kenan, who tragically lost his battle with Leukaemia at just eleven years old.
This is one of our most moving episodes and sure to touch those who listen.
Jean Clauteaux is no stranger to creativity or pushing capabilities to their max potential. His background as former country CEO of L'oreal in Venezuela proves this. Jean is responsible for opening up new possibilities for women in places like Saudi Arabia, Turkey and other muslim nations where women's expression through beauty isn't always an easy sell.
Through is career, Jean has helped to break down norms and expression at the status quo. He is taking this approach to the metaverse where he sees new possibilities for expression, creativity and community.
This episode is about identity and what it will mean when material or physical traits aren't important. Where wisdom, kindness and self-expression and creativity are the new measures of "cool".
This is one episode you will not want to miss.
A true story of triumph over one of society's fastest growing problems: addiction.
In this intimate interview with Lelia Berrada Gouzi we explore the mental side of 15 years of substance abuse and what it takes to change your life around. This episode is full of details that seem lifted from an episode of Breaking Bad and you will not want to miss it!
This is a story of struggle, violence and ultimately triumph. We hope it can inspire people going through this situation that it is never too late to change your life around and find true purpose.
Paul Booth is a 7 figure brand builder across multiple different genres including supplements, bodybuilding, CBD and wellness. Paul was ex Royal Navy and patrolled the Caribbean busting over $1 billion in Cocaine.
On this episode, this tough guy talks about the male ego and how it can literally destroy a person if left unchecked. Not only that, if you are trying to build something in your life, you don't have to do it alone.
This is an episode for all and it may help you understand that frustrated guy who won't take advice from anyone.
Usually, where we come from, being so close to family can create friction and division. With everyone’s personal opinions about the world being influenced by their own wants, desires and individual experience. But imagine putting all of that aside and working as a single unit with an aligned goal.
Meet Javier Bello, one part of the Bello Brothers, Great Britain's number 1 beach volleyball team.
Javier and his twin brother Joaquin started playing volleyball at the age of 6. At age 16, they were playing professionally with a goal to become a dominant force on the sandy courts around the world. With their father as their coach and their mother as their manager, family issues carry a significant weight.
This podcast explores the family dynamic and follows the success of the Bello Brothers. We will learn about how these 22 year olds put things aside and focus on what is in front of them. This is an episode you won’t want to miss.
The famed and fabled Camino Santiago de Compostela in Spain has been a bedrock for self discovery and reflection dating back to the 9th century. It is this very path that led our guest Thomas Anderson to transform lives based on his own experience with anxiety, burnout, self-doubt and even suicidal thoughts.
Thomas led a normal life in one of the happiest places on Earth, Sweden. Married with children and a budding career, he seemed to have it all locked down; but something wasn’t right. He didn’t feel happy and he needed to find a way back to himself.
This caused him to write a diary which explored his thoughts and feelings through this precarious time. This diary formed the basis of his book “The Vulnerable Man: Reclaim Your Life, Master Your Emotions, Break Your Patterns”.
Stemming from the darkest of thoughts and the climb out of the deep hole of depression, Thomas’ writing shares his journey of change. He hopes to inspire people to become vulnerable and share what you are going through with others so that you can get support.
Thomas now teaches people how to set boundaries, create space for recovery, how to build healthier relationships and how to own emotions you may feel.
Be sure to listen to this eerily relatable episode; be sure to share it with someone you feel it could help. Thomas’ book “The Vulnerable Man” can be found on Amazon and on his website.
Alison had it all. A promising career path that started as a radio presenter with the BBC to transitioning to live television with the same network.
Her life was full of music, travel, culture and fun all rounding her to be one of the most interesting guests we've had on our show to date.
Alison's career path was halted suddenly by something very few medical professionals could explain. But instead of giving it all up, she fought the unknown and refused to back down to a ten year expiration her doctors gave her.
Alison now is an author and remains presenting. This story of resilience is enough to inspire everyone to never give up and to fight for your life.
In this episode, we hope this dramatic (and fun at times) story inspires you to keep going and never give up. We hope you enjoy.
Shell shocked, broken, wasted and gone. Which problem do you process first?
Kal Sutherland was the former manager of the British Forces Broadcasting Service; a real life "Good Morning Vietnam" outfit covering war on location across the globe. He tells us about the mentality of people ravaged by destruction.
His vivid memories and the stories of his career focus on moral, transparency and grounding yourself to be present in every situation; even if bombs are going off overhead.
For our listeners, we strongly want this episode to resonate one message; be empathetic and understand what people are going through. We are all human, we all feel human.
What is a gift if you can not share it with the world?
Lola Smolokowski grew up in the former USSR and studied at one of its famed "School for Gifted Children" for her remarkable piano skills.
She's played some of history's most exceptional and complex pieces with fierce determination that she gracefully concealed with the poise found in a true performer.
That poise was still present under completely different circumstances....
Life can deviate from a path you've prepared for to one you never knew was coming. Lola's story of raising a child with autism is a version of that narrative.
In this episode, we explore the mentality Lola adopted when she found out her son was autistic. And, how she used that same determination from her days as a performer to become the founder of DAR, an autism center for children from every nationality.
Two Time Olympian Tells Us There is No Training for This One Thing….
Sarah Price was well on her way to achieving every athlete’s ultimate dream, Olympic Gold. A world record and multiple gold medals at the European Championships, she was as good a bet as anyone could make.
But tragedy struck at both her Olympic Finals in Sydney and Athens and she never claimed victory after thousands of hours of practice. Sarah’s dream was over.
Moving on from professional sport is the part nobody talks about. How does someone go from being analysed, examined, coached and trained for greatness to being left to fend for themselves? Sarah has suffered from weight gain, insecurity and not having the tools to be who she wanted to be after the Olympics. With no help, she had to find her own path.
This is definitely a topic you won’t want to miss and is full of information for those trying to find their new way forward.
"In life, nothing good nor bad lasts forever."
Mr. Product of a Postcode, Gary Hutton, walks us through dystopia and trying to fight for a life outside of it. Gary's unique experience takes us on a journey from crime, gangs and violence to one of retribution and helping young people break the cycle.
This highly entertaining episode details parts of Gary's life that shaped who he is today and gives us hope that people can change and give back to society.
His book "Product of a Postcode" has created a new conversation in the halls of government on how we should look at crime, dysfunctional families and community.
Imagine running towards a firing machine gun. You feel like a pawn in a game designed to have zero winners. Richard Mcenery joined the Royal Marines to shape his future, how that turned out wasn’t what he bargained for.
In this episode Richard takes the makings of a sombre story and brings it to a life of unimaginable success. From selling his security company for £20 million to protecting wildlife and the environment in Africa and extracting Ukrainians displaced by the war to Europe. Richard tells our listeners that PTSD doesn’t have to hold you down.
Kim Raine knew something wasn't right. She didn't go about things in the same way as other classmates, colleagues or friends. She would be engaged in topics that would interest her immensely and switch off for anything else.
Kim was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 49. Her life story all started to make sense with this new information and led her to find the balance in her life that she needed. Like a puzzle all coming together, Kim Raine was now ready to share her life's experience with high-flying ADHDers and coach them into success.
She has dedicated her life to helping people understand what ADHD is, how it affects genders differently and how you can use ADHD to your advantage. This is a highly shareable episode and we encourage anyone who has ADHD to listen.
Be sure to read her new book: "Square Pegs: A book of Self-discovery for women with ADHD"
In this not so typical Lee Sharpe interview, we ask the legendary Manchester United star about walking onto the field of your childhood dreams. He talks to us about life, slowing down and unsubscribing from the rat race that dominates people’s lives.
This interview gives Lee’s fans insight into his life, how to deal with anxiety, finding zen, CBD, an ayahuasca retreat in Ibiza and more. You don’t want to miss this.
Everyone you see on the street, at the store, at work and in your neighborhood; all of them, are dealing with something Mental.
This World is Mental centers around stories of triumph over mental health adversities. We aspire to give strength to those who face doubts often self-inflicted. Get actionable advice from people who have competed, performed and stood between the shadows of failure and the light of victory on the World’s biggest stages or everyday life.
Join This World is Mental | Mental Stories | Mental Outcomes with your hosts Robby Thompson and Francesca Stutely while we collectively explore what it takes to break through challenges and rise up to become your true self.