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Strength in Numbers, with Rio Ferdinand
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Today, Luke sits down for an open conversation about men's mental health with a Premier League icon.
Rio Ferdinand once said he was the last person who would speak openly about mental health, but he's since become a huge advocate for the cause. He joins Luke for a chat about how he's changed since retiring from the game, ways men can better approach conversations around their own mental health and just how valuable listening can really be.
This episode is brought to you by Nivea Men, together with the men's mental health charity Talk Club. Their 'Strength in Numbers' campaign promotes a simple question that's proven to help men of all ages start talking about how they're feeling. Click here to find out more.
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