Joining Talia in the studio this week is the incredible team behind Say It Lad, the anonymous voice-note platform helping men open up about their mental health without fear of judgment.

Together, they explore why so many men struggle to talk about anxiety, depression, loneliness, and fear, and how silence often becomes one of the biggest barriers to getting support. The conversation dives into the power of vulnerability, the impact of negative self-talk, and why being heard can be more valuable than being given advice.

Through honest discussion and personal insights, this episode highlights how simple acts of openness can create life-changing turning points and why creating safe, accessible spaces for men to share their experiences has never been more important.

More about Say It Lad

Say It Lad is a UK-based men's mental health initiative built around a simple but powerful idea: giving men a safe, anonymous space to speak openly. Through WhatsApp voice notes, users can share their experiences, struggles, fears, and victories without using their name or revealing their identity. The platform was created to break down the barriers that stop many men from asking for help, offering peer-to-peer support through honest conversations and shared experiences. Its mission is simple: help men realise they are not alone and encourage conversations before crisis point.

To find out more, head to the below links:

Website: https://www.sayitlad.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sayitlad/

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Joining Talia in the studio today is former professional footballer Jay Bothroyd to explore the defining moments that shaped his remarkable career and personal journey.

From the highs of representing England to the challenges of adapting to life and football overseas, Jay opens up about the resilience, determination, and mindset that helped him overcome setbacks and continue moving forward. He shares candid insights into handling criticism, navigating cultural changes, managing personal health challenges, and finding strength through vulnerability.

This powerful conversation is packed with lessons on perseverance, self-awareness, and personal growth that extend far beyond the football pitch.

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I got my smile back..

Carl Beech creator of the BeechBand and someone living with Young-Onset Parkinson’s, Carl went from losing his ability to speak, walk normally, and control his body.. to calming his symptoms and getting his voice, his movement, and his smile back.

From tapping on his arm one day, Carl had an epiphany which became the device everyone in the Parkinson’s community is talking about – the Beechband. The day Carl felt hope again.

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