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S4 Listener Correspondence: ‘Thank you for creating a safe space and content that’s inclusive’
Aug 22, 2023
47m 31s
S4 Shaun Murphy: ‘Even in the darkest of moments remember that you are actually in control’
Aug 15, 2023
1h 14m 36s
S4 Gabby Logan: ‘The grief never really leaves, you just learn to make friends with it’
Aug 8, 2023
1h 31m 40s
S4 James Cracknell: ‘The neurologist said “Where you are after three years will be where you are for the rest of your life”’
Aug 1, 2023
1h 24m 43s
S4 John McCarthy: ‘If I was still bitter I’d still be a hostage’
Jul 25, 2023
1h 29m 45s
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| Date | Episode | Description | Length | ||||||
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| 8/22/23 | S4 Listener Correspondence: ‘Thank you for creating a safe space and content that’s inclusive’ | For the final episode of series four Elis and John read through some of your correspondence about the topics covered over the last few months. This episode contains strong language that some people might find offensive. If you’re affected by any of the issues raised in this episode there’s more information at bbc.co.uk/actionline. | 47m 31s | ||||||
| 8/15/23 | S4 Shaun Murphy: ‘Even in the darkest of moments remember that you are actually in control’ | In the final guest episode of this series Elis and John are joined by snooker player and broadcaster Shaun Murphy, who discusses his struggles with his weight and his relationship with religion.If you’re affected by any of the issues raised in this episode there’s more information and support at bbc.co.uk/actionline. | 1h 14m 36s | ||||||
| 8/8/23 | S4 Gabby Logan: ‘The grief never really leaves, you just learn to make friends with it’ | This week Elis and John speak to broadcaster Gabby Logan about the loss of her brother Daniel at the age of 15, how she’s coped in her professional life, and witnessing the Bradford City stadium fire in 1985.This episode contains strong language that some people might find offensive. If you’re affected by any of the issues raised in this episode there’s more information at bbc.co.uk/actionline. | 1h 31m 40s | ||||||
| 8/1/23 | S4 James Cracknell: ‘The neurologist said “Where you are after three years will be where you are for the rest of your life”’ | This week Elis and John are joined by double Olympic gold medalist James Cracknell, who opens up about suffering a brain injury in 2010, his recovery, and how it has affected his life. This episode contains strong language that some people might find offensive. If you’re affected by any of the issues raised in this episode there’s more information at bbc.co.uk/actionline. | 1h 24m 43s | ||||||
| 7/25/23 | S4 John McCarthy: ‘If I was still bitter I’d still be a hostage’ | This week, Elis and John are joined by journalist John McCarthy who shares his experience of being held hostage for over five years during the Lebanon hostage crisis, and some of the coping mechanisms he developed in order to survive. This episode contains strong language that some people might find offensive. If you’re affected by any of the issues raised in this episode there’s more information at bbc.co.uk/actionline. | 1h 29m 45s | ||||||
| 7/18/23 | S4 Jordan Gray: ‘I wasn't bitten by a radioactive woman’ | On this week’s episode of How Do You Cope Elis and John chat to comedian Jordan Gray about gender identity and transgender issues. This episode contains strong language that some people might find offensive. If you’re affected by any of the issues raised in this episode there’s more information at bbc.co.uk/actionline. | 1h 28m 15s | ||||||
| 7/11/23 | S4 Mohsin Zaidi: ‘We’re told to grow in a certain way and we acclimate’ | In this week’s episode Elis and John are joined by author Mohsin Zaidi, who shares his experiences growing up queer in a devout Muslim family.This episode contains strong language that some people might find offensive. If you’re affected by any of the issues raised in this episode there’s more information at bbc.co.uk/actionline. | 1h 35m 54s | ||||||
| 7/4/23 | S4 Iain Lee: 'Suddenly I was incredibly high, and this voice in my head said “Welcome back son”' | Broadcaster Iain Lee shares his journey to becoming a counsellor, and retiring from his former profession.This episode contains strong language that some people might find offensive. If you’re affected by any of the issues raised in this episode there’s more information at bbc.co.uk/actionline. | 1h 31m 33s | ||||||
| 6/27/23 | S4 Lady Unchained: ‘I don’t want somebody to think “Only when I get to prison I can be creative”’ | Podcaster and poet Lady Unchained discusses her time in prison, the prison system, and how discovering poetry has helped her cope.This episode contains strong language that some people might find offensive. If you’re affected by any of the issues raised in this episode there’s more information at bbc.co.uk/actionline. | 1h 31m 05s | ||||||
| 6/20/23 | S4 Maria Romanenko: ‘We were just a peaceful country, living our life like you guys are’ | Journalist Maria Romanenko talks about fleeing Ukraine due to the full-scale Russian invasion, how she has settled into life in the UK, and her plans to return.If you’re affected by any of the issues raised in this episode there’s more information at bbc.co.uk/actionline. | 1h 20m 25s | ||||||
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| 6/13/23 | S4 Katie Piper: ‘Why don’t I let go of what I thought should happen and start living in what is happening?’ | In the second episode of this series Elis and John chat to broadcaster and author Katie Piper about her story of recovery, and some of the things that have helped her cope.This episode contains strong language that some people might find offensive. If you’re affected by any of the issues raised in this episode there’s more information at bbc.co.uk/actionline.This podcast has been edited since publication. | 1h 29m 19s | ||||||
| 6/6/23 | S4 Stressed Elis and Sober John: ‘It was like the last light got switched off’ | In the first episode of a new series of How Do You Cope Elis and John share what they’ve been through over the past year, including Elis’s experiences with stress and John addressing his relationship with alcohol.This episode contains strong language that some people might find offensive. If you’re affected by any of the issues raised in this episode there’s more information at bbc.co.uk/actionline. | 1h 11m 55s | ||||||
| 5/30/23 | How Do You Cope - Series 4 teaser | Elis and John are back with a new series of How Do You Cope, and they’re here to share what they’ve got in store, including some of the guests that will be featuring.Remember, all previous episodes of How Do You Cope are available online, featuring the likes of Sir Brian May, Azeem Rafiq, George Ezra, Josie Long and Adam Kay. | 3m 07s | ||||||
| 6/7/22 | S3 Listener Correspondence: 'You've made me feel less alone' | In the final episode of series three Elis and John read through a selection of your messages and reflect on some of the topics covered throughout the series.Details of organisations that can provide help and support on some of the issues raised in this episode or the rest of the series are available at bbc.co.uk/actionline. | 48m 45s | ||||||
| 5/31/22 | S3 Elise Christie: ‘Replacing a negative habit with a positive one is the most important thing’ | In this week's episode Elis and John are joined by former speed skater Elise Christie to discuss her mental health battles, her experiences as a professional athlete and her life post-retirement.Details of organisations that can provide help and support on some of the issues raised in this episode or the rest of the series are available at bbc.co.uk/actionline. | 1h 00m 11s | ||||||
| 5/26/22 | S3 Professor David Nutt: ‘If anyone ever criticises or comments on your drinking, take it seriously' | In this week’s episode Elis and John are joined by neuropsychopharmacologist Professor David Nutt to discuss the effect drugs and alcohol have on the body and mind.Details of organisations that can provide help and support on some of the issues raised in this episode or the rest of the series are available at bbc.co.uk/actionline. | 1h 16m 29s | ||||||
| 5/17/22 | S3 Gail Porter: ‘I had a great time, but with great times comes bad times’ | In this week’s episode Elis James and John Robins are joined by broadcaster Gail Porter, where they discuss her mental health battles and her diagnosis with alopecia.This episode contains some strong language. Details of organisations that can provide help and support on some of the issues raised in this episode or the rest of the series are available at bbc.co.uk/actionline. | 1h 09m 26s | ||||||
| 5/10/22 | S3 Brian May: ‘My name’s Brian and I’m a depressive’ | This week Elis and John are joined by Queen guitarist Brian May. They talk to him about living with depression, the grief that came from losing his father and bandmate in the same year and his experiences with therapy.Details of organisations that can provide help and support on some of the issues raised in this episode or the rest of the series are available at bbc.co.uk/actionline. | 1h 13m 28s | ||||||
| 5/3/22 | S3 Lemn Sissay: ‘I only knew the importance of family by not having it’ | This week Elis and John are joined by poet and broadcaster Lemn Sissay to discuss growing up in the care system and the journey to his identity.This episode contains strong language. Details of organisations that can provide help and support on some of the issues raised in this episode or the rest of the series are available at bbc.co.uk/actionline. | 1h 25m 35s | ||||||
| 4/26/22 | S3 Guvna B: ‘The toxic view of masculinity shouldn’t stop you from talking’ | In this episode Elis and John are joined by rapper and author Guvna B to discuss toxic masculinity, his experience with counselling and how it’s helped him deal with grief.This episode contains strong language. Details of organisations that can provide help and support on some of the issues raised in this episode or the rest of the series are available at bbc.co.uk/actionline. | 1h 07m 36s | ||||||
| 4/19/22 | S3 Mike Kerr: ‘Being sober is like life in HD’ | This week Elis and John are joined by Mike Kerr, one half of the rock band Royal Blood, to discuss going sober and how the touring lifestyle has impacted his mental health.This episode contains strong language. Details of organisations that can provide help and support on some of the issues raised in this episode or the rest of the series are available at bbc.co.uk/actionline. | 1h 11m 43s | ||||||
| 4/12/22 | S3 Katy Wix: ‘Finding meaning in all this pain has been really helpful for me’ | Elis and John chat to actor, comedian and writer Katy Wix about some of the topics covered in her book Delicacy, including eating disorders, grief and issues around body image. Details of organisations that can provide help and support on some of the issues raised in this episode or the rest of the series are available at bbc.co.uk/actionline. | 1h 24m 18s | ||||||
| 4/5/22 | S3 Mark and Maddy Austin: ‘It was never about the food’ | Elis and John are joined by Sky News presenter Mark Austin and his daughter Maddy to discuss her battle with anorexia, the impact on their family and her subsequent recovery. Please note: NHS England and South West England were contacted regarding comments made by Maddy and Mark in the episode about access to treatment, but did not respond to our requests for comment. Trigger warning: This episode contains descriptions of anorexia and may not be suitable for all audiences. If you, or someone you know, is struggling with an eating disorder, you can find links to organisations who can provide help and support on the BBC Action Line website. | 1h 06m 52s | ||||||
| 3/29/22 | S3 Matt Edmondson: ‘I just thought I sometimes got depressed’ | Elis and John chat to Radio 1 presenter about living with cyclothymia, the impact of losing his Dad and how creating music has become a coping mechanism for him.Warning: This episode contains discussions about suicide. If you or someone you know is in need of help, you can find links to organisations who can provide help and support on the BBC Actionline website. | 1h 11m 04s | ||||||
| 3/22/22 | S3 George Robinson: ‘Life is still fulfilling, and as fulfilling as it was’ | This week Elis and John are joined by actor George Robinson to discuss the accident that led to his sudden paralysis, and how he approached starring in the series ‘Sex Education’.Details of organisations that can provide help and support on some of the issues raised in this episode or the rest of the series are available at bbc.co.uk/actionline. | 1h 16m 04s | ||||||
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