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On this episode, I'm thrilled to be joined by singer, presenter and mental health advocate Danyl Johnson.
Danyl tells me his childhood idols, the beauty of connecting with others and his media journey from the X Factor to the present day.
Loads to be taken from this one - a great finale for Season 1!
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Danyl's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danyljohnsonofficial/?hl=en Danyl's Twitter: https://twitter.com/danylajohnson?lang=en Open Doors Open Minds: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgSBwy1F93hYxt3Y_I-ifjg My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@modernmenpodcast/ My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmenpodcast/ Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-hartley-10206795/ Music: Food Vlog (Kind) by Coma Media https://pixabay.com/music/beats-food-vlog-kind-11204/ -
This week, I've put together a short episode of my favourite guest moments from Modern Men, Season 1.
The clips come from my episodes with Alex Holmes, Aron Bretman, Ahmad Jooma, Matt O'Neill and Lewis Wedlock.
A huge thanks to everybody involved in Season 1 - it's not over yet!
Find each of the episodes below this one on your favourite podcast app.
If you think someone could take something positive from this episode, why not share it?
Plus, remember to like and rate the episode and follow Modern Men so you don’t miss the next one. Thank you for listening and take care.
My Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/George_BWH My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@modernmenpodcast/ My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmenpodcast/ Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-hartley-10206795/ Music: Food Vlog (Kind) by Coma Media https://pixabay.com/music/beats-food-vlog-kind-11204/ Music by <a href="https://pixabay.com/users/mildrelaxation-28739076/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=118998">MildRelaxation</a> from <a href="https://pixabay.com/music//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=118998">Pixabay</a> -
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On this episode, I'm delighted to be joined by speaker, artist and coach Ahmad Jooma.
Ahmad shares his mental health experiences, how he built a higher level of emotional awareness and intelligence and the story behind his concept and book 'Shook Man'.
Plus, he shares the importance of being yourself and reframing our ideas of dating.
If you think someone could take something positive from this episode, why not share it?
Plus, remember to like and rate the episode and follow Modern Men so you don’t miss the next one. Thank you for listening and take care.
Important links:
Ahmad's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahmad.jooma/?hl=en Shook Man Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shook.man/?hl=en Shook Man links (clothing, podcast appearances, blog, zine): https://bio.site/shookman Feel the Fear and Do it Anyway by Susan Jeffers: https://susanjeffers.com/books/feel-the-fear-and-do-it-anyway-revised-and-updated/ My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@modernmenpodcast/ My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmenpodcast/ Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-hartley-10206795/ Music: Food Vlog (Kind) by Coma Media https://pixabay.com/music/beats-food-vlog-kind-11204/ -
Anxiety - it's tough to define it.
It can mean so many different things to so many people. It can be debilitating, or it can be a minor inconvenience. But one thing's clear. However we experience anxiety, it's not a positive feeling!
This year's theme for Mental Health Awareness Week is anxiety so, for this solo episode, I share my experiences, tips and thoughts on anxiety and explain why 'awareness' simply isn't enough when it comes to mental health in 2023.
If you think someone could take something positive from this episode, why not share it?
Plus, remember to like and rate the episode and follow Modern Men so you don’t miss the next one. Thank you for listening and take care.
My Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/George_BWH My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@modernmenpodcast/ My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmenpodcast/ Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-hartley-10206795/ Music: Food Vlog (Kind) by Coma Media https://pixabay.com/music/beats-food-vlog-kind-11204/ -
Do you take enough time for self-care?
It's more than just a mental health buzzword. Self-care is something to be taken super seriously and one person doing just that is this week's guest.
On this episode, I'm delighted to be joined by podcaster, writer, speaker and mental health advocate Jack Walton.
Jack shares his experiences with PTSD and anxiety, the role self-care plays in his life and the story behind his book and his excellent new podcast Own Your Journey.
A really inspirational episode with so many great insights and actionable tips!
If you think someone could take something positive from this episode, why not share it?
Plus, remember to like and rate the episode and follow Modern Men so you don’t miss the next one. Thank you for listening and take care.
Important links:
Jack's links: https://linktr.ee/JackWalton Jack's podcast Own Your Journey: https://www.youtube.com/@OwnYourJourneyPodcast Jack's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjackwalton/ Own Your Journey Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ownyourjourneypodcast/ Jack's resource: https://www.instagram.com/breathpod/ My Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/George_BWH My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@modernmenpodcast/ My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmenpodcast/ Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-hartley-10206795/ Music: Food Vlog (Kind) by Coma Media https://pixabay.com/music/beats-food-vlog-kind-11204/ -
Ever see red? Ever catch yourself jumping to conclusions before properly understanding a situation?
On this episode, I explain how we can be less reactive, both to people we encounter every day and to our own negative thoughts and ideas.
If you think someone could take something positive from this episode, why not share it?
Plus, remember to like and rate the episode and follow Modern Men so you don’t miss the next one. Thank you for listening and take care.
My Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/George_BWH My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@modernmenpodcast/ My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmenpodcast/ Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-hartley-10206795/ Music: Food Vlog (Kind) by Coma Media https://pixabay.com/music/beats-food-vlog-kind-11204/ -
Ever contacted work, unable to come in because of your mental health?
If you're anything like me, you're overcome with guilt, embarrassment and a fear of not being taken seriously.
On this solo episode, I discuss mental health sick days, sharing my own personal experiences and explaining why I believe they should be considered just as significant as regular physical health sick days.
If you think someone could take something positive from this episode, why not share it?
Plus, remember to like and rate the episode and follow Modern Men so you don’t miss the next one. Thank you for listening and take care.
My Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/George_BWH My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@modernmenpodcast/ My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmenpodcast/ Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-hartley-10206795/ Music: Food Vlog (Kind) by Coma Media https://pixabay.com/music/beats-food-vlog-kind-11204/ -
Have you ever thought deeply about your relationship with alcohol?
I'm thrilled to welcome Will Armstrong, aka The Teetotal Trainer, onto this episode of Modern Men.
Will shares his personal journey of alcohol addiction and drug abuse, stemming from anxiety, confidence and social pressures.
During our chat, he explores how his eyes were opened to the devastating effect alcohol was having on his life and how it led him down a path of teetotalism and a complete change in lifestyle. Now, Will uses his experiences to help others who find themselves struggling like he did.
It's truly inspirational stuff and I thoroughly enjoyed hearing Will's story.
If you think someone could take something positive from this episode, why not share it?
Plus, remember to like and rate the episode and follow Modern Men so you don’t miss the next one. Thank you for listening and take care.
Important links:
Find out more about Will: https://stan.store/Teetotaltrainer Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teetotaltrainer/ My Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/George_BWH My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@modernmenpodcast/ My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmenpodcast/ Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-hartley-10206795/ Music: Food Vlog (Kind) by Coma Media https://pixabay.com/music/beats-food-vlog-kind-11204/ -
Rapid breathing, shaking and racing thoughts are just some of the harrowing symptoms of panic and anxiety attacks.
In this week's solo episode, I explore the topic of panic attacks. I share my experiences with them and what helped me get through. Plus, I touch on some of the unlikely symptoms that could be signs of an impending panic attack.
If you don't follow me on the socials, I've announced that, every other Thursday, I'll release a solo episode of the show. But don't worry! Guest episodes will be every Thursday! So it's solo, guest, solo, guest!
If you think someone could take something positive from this episode, why not share it?
Plus, remember to like and rate the episode and follow Modern Men so you don’t miss the next one. Thank you for listening and take care.
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My Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/George_BWH My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@modernmenpodcast/ My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmenpodcast/ Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-hartley-10206795/ Music: Food Vlog (Kind) by Coma Media https://pixabay.com/music/beats-food-vlog-kind-11204/ -
Opening up - it's one thing we've all struggled with. Not only that, it's a struggle particularly associated by men.
One man on a mission to change that is Matt O'Neill, my guest on Modern Men this week.
Matt is the host of an incredible mental health podcast, Make Time to Talk, which I featured on in March. On this episode, he talks about his early mental health experiences, why taking time for yourself is more than OK and what made him want to start his podcast.
I've kept in touch with Matt on a weekly basis since we first met and it's a pleasure to be sharing our rather similar journeys into the mental health space. I wish Matt and his podcast the absolute best!
If you think someone could take something positive from this episode, why not share it?
Plus, remember to like and rate the episode and follow Modern Men so you don’t miss the next one. Thank you for listening and take care.
Important links:
Watch Make Time to Talk: https://www.youtube.com/@maketimetotalk/ Matt's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maketimetotalk/ Matt's resource: https://checkout.headspace.com/checkout?voucherCode=B2C14DANNUAL2022&origin=homepage-nav-cta My Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/George_BWH My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@modernmenpodcast/ My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmenpodcast/ Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-hartley-10206795/ Music: Food Vlog (Kind) by Coma Media https://pixabay.com/music/beats-food-vlog-kind-11204/ -
Ask yourself this... are you being your truest self?
If you shy away from pursuing certain interests, wearing certain clothes or embracing certain lifestyle choices due to your masculinity, this one's for you.
On this solo episode of Modern Men, I explore how men can embrace individuality and self-expression. I dive into my own experiences of true self-expression and how accepting a truer version of your self can lead to greater happiness, stronger relationship and clearer work goals.
If you don't follow me on the socials, I've announced that, every other Thursday, I'll release a solo episode of the show. But don't worry! Guest episodes will be every Thursday! So it's solo, guest, solo, guest!
If you think someone could take something positive from this episode, why not share it?
Plus, remember to like and rate the episode and follow Modern Men so you don’t miss the next one. Thank you for listening and take care.
Important links:
My Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/George_BWH My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@modernmenpodcast/ My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmenpodcast/ Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-hartley-10206795/ Music: Food Vlog (Kind) by Coma Media https://pixabay.com/music/beats-food-vlog-kind-11204/ -
*TRIGGER WARNING - This episode features detailed discussions around suicide and suicidal depression*
It was a pleasure to invite Sean Ruane to this episode of Modern Men. Sean is the founder of Mind Data, an innovative platform that simplifies the way therapists run their businesses whilst transforming the therapy experience for their clients.
Sean shares his own struggles with suicidal depression, his views on modern masculinity and the story behind Mind Data.
If you think someone could take something positive from this episode, why not share it?
Plus, remember to like and rate the episode and follow Modern Men so you don’t miss the next one. Thank you for listening and take care.
Important links:
Mind Data: https://minddata.io/ Sean's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruanesean/, https://www.instagram.com/seanruane_/ Sean's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanruane/ Buy Atomic Habits by James Clear: https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits Sean's resource: The Science of Getting Rich by Wallace D Wattles: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Science-Getting-Rich-Wallace-Wattles/dp/1943862206, Meditations by Marcus Aurelius: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Meditations-Marcus-Aurelius/dp/1503280462 My Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/George_BWH My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@modernmenpodcast/ My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmenpodcast/ Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-hartley-10206795/ Music: Food Vlog (Kind) by Coma Media https://pixabay.com/music/beats-food-vlog-kind-11204/ -
I'm ringing the changes on Modern Men this week!
On this episode, I sit down to answer four questions from people in the mental health space. I explore the backstory behind the podcast, how we can help people who feel stuck in life and how men can deal with isolation.
A huge thanks to Thomas Tierney, Christopher Waller, James Lindsay and Ahmad Jooma for asking these questions!
I know this is a slightly different episode but don't fear! Guest episodes will return from next week.
If you think someone could take something positive from this episode, why not share it?
Plus, remember to like and rate the episode and follow Modern Men so you don’t miss the next one. Thank you for listening and take care.
Important links:
Make Time To Talk podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@maketimetotalk/videos Make Time To Talk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maketimetotalk/ James Lindsay: https://www.instagram.com/jameslindsay_23/ Thomas Tierney: https://www.instagram.com/thomas_tierney94/ Christopher Waller: https://www.instagram.com/we_power_on/ Ahmad Jooma: https://www.instagram.com/ahmad.jooma/ My Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/George_BWH My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@modernmenpodcast/ My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmenpodcast/ Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-hartley-10206795/ Music: Food Vlog (Kind) by Coma Media https://pixabay.com/music/beats-food-vlog-kind-11204/ -
*TRIGGER WARNING - This episode features detailed discussions around schizoaffective disorder, psychosis and sectioning under the Mental Health Act*
The NHS reports that, between 2021 and 2022, there were a staggering 53,337 new detentions under the Mental Health Act.
For those who haven't experienced being sectioned, it's difficult to imagine.
On this episode of Modern Men, I speak to James Lindsay about his experiences with schizoaffective disorder and psychosis. James is a mental health advocate, author of the brand new book 'Befriending My Brain', out on 2nd March 2022, and Senior Marketing & Wellbeing Access Officer at Hertfordshire Mind Network.
James explores what led to his first experiences of psychosis and how it culminated in his sectioning. Plus, he takes us back to his school days, how anxiety affected him and how being a man made things harder.
Important links:
James' book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1913615944?ref_=cm_sw_r_apan_dp_2479VSW4Z4MA5JRZDQEM James' Twitter: https://twitter.com/JamesLindsay23 Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-hartley-10206795/ My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmenpodcast/ My Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/George_BWH My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@modernmenpodcast Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-hartley-10206795/ Music: Food Vlog (Kind) by Coma Media https://pixabay.com/music/beats-food-vlog-kind-11204/ -
We all have different views on masculinity but, in this space, we all agree it needs a revamp. This guest has taken his views to the TEDx stage and explained why traditional masculinity and its power in society is nothing short of a crisis.
On episode 5 of Modern Men, I am joined by Lewis Wedlock, an activist, academic and social psychologist based in Bristol, England.
We discuss his background in the industry, why masculinity is important to him and the story behind his TEDx talk on the subject. Plus, Lewis shares why he started his podcast, Mendable, and delves into how he became one of the UK's youngest lecturers.
If you think someone could take something positive from this episode, why not share it?
Plus, remember to like and rate the episode and follow Modern Men so you don’t miss the next one. Thank you for listening and take care.
Important links:
Lewis' website: https://www.lewiswedlock.com/ Lewis' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lewiswedlock/ Lewis' Twitter: https://twitter.com/LewisWedlock Lewis' podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ChVU9ZIBqJCuXvfmgc0xu Lewis' resources: My Grandmother's Hands by Resmaa Menakem: https://www.waterstones.com/book/my-grandmothers-hands/resmaa-menakem/9780141996479 My Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/George_BWH My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@modernmenpodcast/ My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmenpodcast/ Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-hartley-10206795/ Music: Food Vlog (Kind) by Coma Media https://pixabay.com/music/beats-food-vlog-kind-11204/ -
Because of how society puts men in boxes, they often feel shame when they can't live up to the expectations of what it means to be a "real man".
On episode 4 of Modern Men, I am delighted to be joined by podcaster, author, therapist and coach Alex Holmes.
We discuss what first made Alex become vocal about mental health and masculinity, the problem of male shame and dealing with the expectations society places on men.
Plus, Alex explains the story behind his podcast, The Mindful Man, and book, Time to Talk and provides one powerful tip for modern men.
Alex's content, his podcast and his book helped me find out so much more about male mental health and masculinity when I began to explore the topic more during the first COVID lockdown in 2020, so it was only right that things came full circle and I sat down with him for a conversation.
If you think someone could take something positive from this episode, why not share it?
Plus, remember to like and rate the episode and follow Modern Men so you don’t miss the next one. Thank you for listening and take care.
Important links:
Alex's website: https://alexholmes.co/ Alex’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byalexholmes/?hl=en Alex’s book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Time-Talk-Think-Belonging-Connection/dp/178956221X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=IAK7TMZH71X0&keywords=time%20to%20talk%20alex%20holmes&qid=1659345883&sprefix=time%20to%20talk%20alex%20holmes%2Caps%2C61&sr=8-1 Alex's podcast: https://pod.link/1437894589 Alex's resources: The Man Enough Podcast - https://manenough.com/podcast/, The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron - https://www.theartistswaybook.com/ My Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/George_BWH My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmenpodcast/ Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-hartley-10206795/ Music: Food Vlog (Kind) by Coma Media https://pixabay.com/music/beats-food-vlog-kind-11204/ -
*TRIGGER WARNING - This episode features a mention of suicide*
Many men find themselves shying away from showing emotion for fear of being seen as weak or inadequate.
But, in fact, there’s a clear strength in finding that ability to open up, admit your struggles and embrace the power of talking.
On episode 3 of Modern Men, I speak to author, poet and mental health advocate Daragh Fleming. We discuss what pushed Daragh to be open about mental health, the importance of talking and how perceptions of masculinity and “male” emotions are changing.
Plus, Daragh explains the journey behind his incredible book Lonely Boy (linked below), why we should aim to build emotional male friendships and he provides his two superb tips for modern men.
If you found this episode useful or comforting, it would mean the world if you gave the podcast a follow and left me a rating and review. Thanks!
Daragh’s blog: https://thoughtstoobig.ie/daraghfleming/ Daragh’s book, Lonely Boy: https://www.bookhubpublishing.com/product/lonely-boy-by-daragh-fleming-978-1-7391012-8-2/ Daragh’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/DaraghFleming Daragh’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daraghfleming/ Daragh’s resources: Solitude by Michael Harris https://www.michaeljohnharris.com/solitude and Alive by SOAK https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rs02ky5abVM My Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/George_BWH My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmenpodcast/ Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-hartley-10206795/ Music: Food Vlog (Kind) by Coma Media https://pixabay.com/music/beats-food-vlog-kind-11204/ -
*TRIGGER WARNING - This episode features detailed discussions around death and grief*
Grief can impact people in a variety of ways. And today, my mate Aron Bretman shares his personal story.
On episode 2 of Modern Men, Aron reveals his journey following the passing of his dad and stepdad. He explains how it shaped his views of mental health, how he dealt with the aftermath and what he feels about it today.
Plus, he explains how journalling helped keep him on the right path, the book he took incredible advice from and provides his one key piece of advice for modern men.
If you found this episode useful or comforting, it would mean the world if you gave the podcast a follow and left me a rating and review. Thanks!
Aron’s resource: https://susanjeffers.com/books/feel-the-fear-and-do-it-anyway-revised-and-updated/ My Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/George_BWH My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmenpodcast/ Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-hartley-10206795/ Music: Food Vlog (Kind) by Coma Media https://pixabay.com/music/beats-food-vlog-kind-11204/ -
It’s scientifically proven that being creative can increase positive emotions and reduce anxiety and stress.
In episode 1, I speak to my friend Jack Monaghan, an actor, musician and presenter. Jack shares how making songs and short films helps his mental health and explains the story behind his short film, ‘In My Head’, linked down below.
Plus, he shares his first memories of anxiety, the pressures and expectations of male friendships and gives us one piece of advice for modern men.
If you found this episode useful or comforting, it would mean the world if you gave the podcast a follow and left me a rating and review. Thanks!
Important links:
Jack’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/JackMonOfficial Jack’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.m.monaghan/ Jack’s resource: The Chris Moyles Show on Radio X Jack and Austen Rudall’s short film ‘In My Head’: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJMVgBh_bFo Q&A about Jack and Austen’s film (hosted by yours truly): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ms3TETL1RtQ&t=837s MyTwitter: https://twitter.com/George_BWH My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmenpodcast/ Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-hartley-10206795/ Music: Food Vlog (Kind) by Coma Media https://pixabay.com/music/beats-food-vlog-kind-11204/ -
Hello and welcome to Modern Men.
On this podcast, I aim to expand the conversation around men's mental health and masculinity by having open and honest conversations with men.
I'll be sitting down with friends, mental health professionals, content creators and just about anybody else with a story to tell.
I'm no expert, but I want to use the experiences, advice and knowledge I've learned through years of struggle with anxiety and depression to help other people...and I'll be inviting guests to do the same.
Wherever you're listening from, thank you so much for showing an interest in the show!
Please check me out on the socials down below and always feel free to get in touch!
My Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/George_BWH My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmenpodcast/ Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-hartley-10206795/ Music: Food Vlog (Kind) by Coma Media https://pixabay.com/music/beats-food-vlog-kind-11204/
