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Mental Health Matters
Mental Health Matters is back — now as a podcast from Feb 2026.
Due to popular demand, our TV show returns in audio form, bringing powerful conversations about mental health and wellbeing straight to your ears. Created and hosted by psychologist Dr Audrey Tang, and expanding on her Retrain Your Brain and The Wellbeing Lounge podcasts, Mental Health Matters goes beyond surface-level talk to deliver insight that’s practical, human, and genuinely transformative.
Each episode features expert-led…
Episodes
Mental Health MattersGet Back on Track with Resolutions
It’s March…are you still on track with your resolutions? Don’t worry if you’re not. Join us as Stress Consultant and Nutritionist Felicia Jones of Stress Less…
Mental Health MattersIN SESSION: Your book from idea to paper
They say everyone has a book in them…but a great idea is useless if it never reaches a reader. In this episode, Dr Audrey sits down with Book Doula Kelly…
Mental Health MattersThe Inequality Gap at Work
Workplace inequality isn’t just about pay, it’s about who gets invited to the table… and who actually gets heard. In this episode, we dive into the subtle…
Mental Health MattersIN SESSION: Cyber Trauma
A cyber breach isn’t just an attack on your data — it can feel like a violation of your privacy, your safety, and your sense of control. In this episode, I sit…
Mental Health MattersWhy the Wrong Leaders Rise
In this episode, we sit down with Rob Stevens of Optix Solutions to unpack why the wrong leaders rise — and what that really means for you, your team, and your…
Mental Health MattersIN SESSION: The Power of Movement
Zoe Tynan-Campbell swum the Channel…yet she calls it “not a huge deal.” Why? Because as a neurodivergent woman, she’s spent her life navigating a world that…
Mental Health MattersLearning to Love Yourself
Mental Health Matters: Learning to Love Yourself She called it “the basement of rock bottom”…that was the moment that sparked Aimee Rebecca began her journey…
Mental Health MattersIN SESSION: Making Changes - Made Easy
Mental Health Matters IN SESSION: Making Changes - Made Easy You’re in session with Dr Gus Chaves and Dr Audrey Tang as we explore what it really takes to…
Mental Health MattersUnderstanding Narcissistic Family Dynamics
Mental Health Matters: Understanding Narcissistic Family Dynamics What better way to launch Mental Health Matters under our new brand than with Ronia Fraser…
Mental Health MattersMONTHLY SPECIAL - making changes stick
This is the last of our podcasts in The Wellbeing Lounge for now - so it's a great one. We've got Self Development Coach Johnny Lawrence joining the panel - Dr…
Mental Health MattersWellbeing at work with Dr Hayley Lewis
How do we make wellbeing at work - work? Today's guest specialises in this topic and gives her tips and tools for both personal and systemic change to help…
Mental Health MattersSexual wellbeing with Madina Demirbas
"Just because we can live without sex doesn't mean it's not an essential part of overall wellbeing" warns my guest, Madina Demirbas, sex therapist for couples…
Mental Health MattersHolistic health with Gemma Norris
Gemma Norris speaks about how the growing disconnect with our bodies and result in ill health and gives us her tools for being able to better sit with…
Mental Health MattersDr Laura Howard - Be Your Best - and Bring Your Best to Work
What a great mission - and this underpins everything that Dr Laura does. Her work focuses on authenticity and the issues we face, especially as women, to be…
Mental Health MattersEmma Kelly - yoga for creating a safe space to thrive
African Spiritual Researcher and Retreat host Emma Kelly speaks to me about the power of yoga - stemming from its heritage and cultural roots; as well as the…
Mental Health MattersMONTHLY SPECIAL - Power & Control in the Music industry
The panel are joined by phenomenal artist That Joe Payne, who speaks about his rise into the spotlight with The Enid, which caused him a breakdown as he…
Mental Health MattersTre Ventour Griffiths - The Windrush community in Northampton
PhD Researcher Tre Ventour Griffiths speaks about how is work on the Windrush community in Northampton is giving people back their stories and their heritage…
Mental Health MattersSusan Popoola - the nuances of diversity and inclusivity
Sticking with the theme of inclusivity, author and founder of "A Mosaic World", Susan Popoola talks to me about the nuances within diversity and inclusivity…
Mental Health MattersStephanie Garfoth - Resilience and Change
Business Psychologist Stephanie shares her inspirational journey of finding her authentic self. Stephanie talks about the nuances of inclusivity, as well as…
Mental Health MattersRobert Stevens - Lessons from the workplace for Gen Z
Robert Stevens of Optix speaks to me about the work he does in the workplace to better encourage the wellbeing of all staff, notably Gen Z.
Mental Health MattersMONTHLY SPECIAL: The "victim" mindset
Special guest Johnny Lawrence, The Self Development Coach joins the panel again to address how the label "victim mindset" can become a barrier - and even be…
Mental Health MattersDr Lauren Howe on the "Future of Work"
Dr Lauren Howe's research focuses on the future of work, the trends, and the impact the workplace has on our lives - and wellbeing remains key. However, with…
Mental Health MattersMichael Rubino: When "just breathe" can make you sick
We don't think enough about the air we breathe but taking it for granted that it's healthy can put us at risk. Michael Rubino, The Mold Medic talks to me about…
Mental Health MattersGuest Expert - Danny Eastman - cybersecurity & scams
Danny Eastman, founder of Cyber Fortified talks to me about: - Why we fall for scams - How to recognise a scam - What to do if we have been a victim and - How…
Mental Health MattersGuest Expert: Robbie Johnson - HAWQ Score
Creator of HAWQ Score - the Health and Wellness Quotient - which gives you your "health score", very much like your credit score, drops into the Lounge to talk…
Mental Health MattersMONTHLY SPECIAL - "Why doesn't she leave?" - Understanding Domestic Abuse
"Instead of asking why doesn't she leave, we need to start asking, what is he doing to make her stay?!" The second of our shows during the 16 days of activism…
Mental Health MattersGuest Expert - Becky Imhof - how coaching helped my recovery
Becky experienced a life-threatening health event, and had to channel all her personal resources not only to aid her recovery, but also to navigate the…
Mental Health MattersGuest Expert - Jill Williams (Uptrained Brain) - on Imposter Syndrome
"Imposter syndrome often comes with a broad spectrum of behaviours". Jill Williams breaks down the different elements of Imposter Syndrome, and how some…
Mental Health MattersGuest Expert - Claire Vowell - working parents
"Dads can get a bit left out when it comes to talking about parenting in the workplace". While Dr Vowell talks about her work with working mums, and ways in…
Mental Health MattersGuest Expert - MG Grant - the Arts and Wellbeing
"You're going back to uni, to be an actor...at your age!?" - for MG Grant - if it works for you, do it, and challenge yourself - despite the nay-sayers…
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MONTHLY SEPCIAL - How a narcissist grooms a community
This podcast was recorded and aired as part of the NLive Radio December shows during the 16 weeks of activism. "The global 16 Days of Activism against…
Mental Health MattersGuest Expert - Fern Overton - Addressing ageism
"It's not the jokes, it's more that people will give that patronising "ohhh, is she ok, poor dear"...THAT's ageism" Returning guest Fern Overton, founder of…
Mental Health MattersGUEST EXPERT - Chloe Martin NDAS - when children abuse their parents
"If you take away the gender and age of the person you're talking about, would someone think you were in an abusive relationship?" As much as we may find it…
Mental Health MattersGuest Experts - Jude and Bernie of White Cobra Theatre
If you don't see it, you don't always know you can be it...and Jude and Bernie of White Cobra are working to champion inclusivity within theatre. In particular…
Mental Health MattersMONTHLY SPECIAL - Dealing with Christmas Stress
Guest host Judith Crosier of Wellbeing Media Studio, and Dr Audrey Tang are joined by Felicia Jones from Stress Less Living to talk about how to deal with…
Mental Health MattersGUEST EXPERT - Jen Bailey: Om Healing
Jen is fascinating to talk to - not only is she a highly experienced holistic practitioner, but she also connects with nature through foraging. She speaks to…
Mental Health MattersGUEST EXPERT - Judy Lindsay - Optimise Coaching
We may all reach a point where we're doing well in our careers, but we're wondering if this is it...Judy Lindsay was a successful Lawyer before she retrained…
Mental Health MattersMONTHLY SPECIAL - Misinformation in Wellbeing
"The funny thing is, when people want help, they don't care about my qualifications, they just want it fixed." Felicia Jones of Stress Less Living joins the…
Mental Health MattersGUEST EXPERT - Susan Popoola: Mosaic World
It's not easy to assert ones one space - especially when it can feel like an imposition. Susan Popoola's "Mosaic World" approach fosters acceptance of not only…
Mental Health MattersGUEST EXPERT - Sustainable clothing with culture in mind
Arun Shergill of Raur Clothing joins me to talk about how he began designing his brand of sportswear to suit both his culture, and his love of working out. He…
Mental Health MattersMonthly Special - Narcissistic Parents with Ronia Fraser
Has another month gone by already!? It's our full length monthly with multi-award winning narcissistic abuse recovery coach Ronia Fraser joining Dr Audrey…
Mental Health MattersSPECIAL GUEST - Singer Songwriter Saphron "Nice Try"
A very special Lounge Lite - I'm joined by hugely successful British-Asian singer-songwriter Saphron to talk about her new song "Nice Try" which encapsulates…
Mental Health MattersGUEST EXPERT - James Cobb - "care home" is a dirty word!
James Cobb of Inspired Villages talks about how he is breaking the stereotype of "retirement home" as well as his initiatives to bring the community together…
Mental Health MattersGUEST EXPERT: Jamie Bower - on Asthma and personal growth
A fabulous conversation with founder of "The Podcaster's Platform" Jamie Bower whose interest in self development and fitness started through learning to…
Mental Health MattersMonthly Special - Sex, Intimacy and Aging
Yes we're talking about sex - and breaking the taboos surrounding sex as we get older! There's still so much ageism around the topic, and yet sex can be a huge…
Mental Health MattersGUEST EXPERT - Emma Kendrick: the benefits of the arts
When it comes to building confidence, teamwork and personal growth, the theatre is a wonderful place to start. Emma Kendrick of LOL Theatre joins me again to…
Mental Health MattersGUEST EXPERT: Olivia Hickman - living cyclically
Olivia Hickman talks to me about living in tune with our cycles. I have to admit, I "plan around" mine, but have never seen it as a positive - talking with…
Mental Health MattersGUEST EXPERT - Shalom Lloyd - Naturally Tribal Skin Care
The skin is our largest organ, and yet we seem to neglect anything other than the face! Shalom Lloyd, founder of Naturally Tribal Skin Care talks to me about…
Mental Health MattersGUEST EXPERTS - Vanessa Wallace & Tana McPherson - resilience and growth
Please note at this time of airing the dates for the 19-24 year old retreat have passed, but the dates for the adult (21+ retreat) are still active. Vanessa…
Mental Health MattersGUEST EXPERT - Emma Kendrick: Diversity and representation in theatre
Please note that this episode is being aired after the event Emma talks about - it was first aired on NLive Radio prior to the Theatre Summer School in August…
Mental Health MattersGUEST Expert - Felicia Jones: Stress less living
In this episode Felicia Jones talks about the effect of stress on the body, as well as how thinking about nutrition can help us maintain a healthy balance…
Mental Health MattersGUEST EXPERT - Dr Helen McCarthy: Weight management in a modern world
The Appetite Doctor, Dr Helen McCarthy is back with her top tips to manage a healthy weight when all the world seems to tempt us into making unhealthy choices…
Mental Health MattersGUEST EXPERT - Samantha Amit: Mindfulness Coach for Leaders
In this episode, Samantha Amit talks to me about her personal journey with mindfulness practice, and how it now benefits the leaders and organisations she…
Mental Health MattersMonthly Special - Anger is your friend
In this month's special episode, Dr Audrey, Coach Sharon and Dr Meg are joined by returning guest Johnny Lawrence, the Self Development Coach to talk about the…
Mental Health MattersThe power of your personal narrative with Mavis Mundirwa
This is a lovely episode where I'm joined by Mavis Mundirwa of Power of the Mind to talk about the power of expressing your personal narrative, and how that…
Mental Health MattersGUEST EXPERT - Lorraine Lewis on Social Entrepreneurship
Barrister-turned-charity founder, Lorraine Lewis of the award-winning Lewis Foundation talks about her journey to her purpose, how to focus your efforts as a…
Mental Health MattersGUEST EXPERT - Krishna Ruperalia - Unshakable Resilience
Resilience Coach Krishna Ruperalia talks to me about her Unshakable Resilience program. We discuss what resilience is, and how we can build greater resilience…
Mental Health MattersGUEST EXPERT - San-D Godoy Messenger on challenging the mental health stigma
San-D Godoy Messenger, also known as singer songwriter Velvet Engine speaks to me about how she's working to challenge the stigmas that still surround talking…
Mental Health MattersGUEST EXPERT - Ashleigh Louise of Mandala Moon Therapies on holistic health
Ashleigh Louise of Mandala Moon Therapies talks about the importance of taking an holistic approach to health, and how complementary therapies such as massage…
Mental Health MattersMonthly Special - The "mind field" of psychology
The panel, Dr Meg, Coach Sharon and Dr Audrey unpack the "mind field" of psychology with discussion on - why do we need therapy when we've got our mates - why…