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You’ve spent weeks, maybe months, chasing the 'yes' - but what happens when you actually get the job?  Landing a job is a massive win, but the first few weeks can feel like a whole new rollercoaster of names, passwords, and let’s face it, for some of us… 'imposter syndrome.' In this episode, we’re talking to employability expert Dan to talk about surviving (and thriving in) your first month. We’re moving past the application and diving into how to protect your wellbeing, build a routine that actually works, and keep your head above water when everything feels brand new.

In this episode, we chat to Lisa, a mum from a village in Buckinghamshire. We explore the joys, challenges, and everyday moments of raising dual heritage kids in suburban spaces that might not always reflect their roots.

Teenagers in care often face unique challenges, from trauma and trust issues to the everyday ups and downs of growing up. In this episode, we’re talking to experienced foster carer, Jodi and exploring some of the most important questions about what it really takes to support teens in foster care today.

Today we're speaking to Jay Virgo from Buckinghamshire based Q:alliance, a fantastic charity supporting the LGBTQ+ community. He talks about how important connecting with others can be, and how reaching out for support is a lifeline for so many.

In this episode we talk to Jack, an assistant head teacher in a Buckinghamshire secondary school. Jack has been teaching for over a decade, and now as someone responsible for the attendance in the secondary school he works at, he’s seen how Emotionally Based School Avoidance has impacted students, as well as staff. Emotionally Based School Avoidance or EBSA is a term used in reference students who have difficulty in attending school due to emotional factors, sometimes resulting in prolonged absences from school.​

There are so many people living with chronic conditions in the UK right now and we want to know more about what it’s really like.  In this episode, we chat to David who is living with Crohn's disease as well as ME (also known as chronic fatigue syndrome) Listen in to hear about David’s journey to diagnosis, how his conditions have affected his relationships, and also how his dog Sid seems to know just when he needs him the most.

Working while managing a chronic condition can be really tricky.  In this episode, we chat to David who is living with Crohn's disease as well as ME (also known as chronic fatigue syndrome) Listen in to hear about what it’s like to manage a chronic condition at work, what he finds helpful, and how much he values his line manager when things have been difficult.

In this episode we talk to Rachel McDonald, an experienced teacher, and deputy head of a school in the North West. She is a dedicated teacher but like many education professionals she’s no stranger to feeling stressed at work. We talk about all kinds of things from her love of teaching to how she recognises and manages feelings of stress. Listen in for more.

In this episode, Rich, Ryan, Tom, Michael, and Dave chat about role models for young men and boys. They talk about the role models they had in their own lives growing up, the impact of not having positive role models, and the advice they have for young men and boys growing up today.

We’ve collaborated with SeeSaw, who provide support for children, young people, and their families when they have been bereaved or when somebody close to them is terminally ill. We spoke to Annie who answered important questions about what anticipatory grief is and what people can do to take care of themselves during this challenging time.

In this episode about men in caring professions, we spoke to Claudio Sisera, a man who is passionate about gender inclusivity in the workplace. We chat about everything from gender stereotyping within certain professions, to the importance of having men in professions where there are typically more women. Listen in for more.

We all know that practising self care is good for us, but when we have busy work schedules, timely projects, and colleagues that rely on us, it can be a bit of a challenge to fit in self care no matter what your profession. In this episode, we chat to Bethany, who has years of experience supporting people with their mental health and wellbeing in the workplace. Listen in to hear why self care is important, why it can feel so difficult, and her top tips for practising self care at work.

In this episode about chronic pain and sleep, we talk to Jodi about how her fibromyalgia affects her sleep, and how it impacts her waking life when sleep is an issue. Jodi tells us all about what helps her, what doesn't, and the importance of not comparing yourself to others.

Listen in as we chat to sleep expert, Emily Guiver, about how anxiety can affect young children's sleep, and how you can help an anxious child at bedtime.

In this episode, we chat to sleep expert, Emily Guiver about new parents and sleep, how the quality of your sleep can impact mental health and wellbeing, and how new parents can improve their sleep.