Mark speaks to Charlotte Nichols MP

In this episode, presenter Mark O'Sullivan talks to MP Charlotte Nichols about PTSD, psychedelics, pub quizzes ands the power of making change. Comedian and writer Mark O'Sullivan presented the RTS Award-winning Documentary <a href="https://www.channel4.com/programmes/my-sexual-abuse-the-sitcom/on-demand/74837-001" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">My Sexual Abuse - The Sitcom</a> and began a journey to understand why making something positive out of something so negative and traumatic felt so powerful and life-affirming. Shownotes, links, transcript, and support information are available <a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/making.lemonade" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>, where you can also support the podcast. Please be aware that this episode contains themes and language which may not be appropriate for some listeners.

Charlotte Nichols MP

Mark speaks to athlete Iwan Thomas

In this episode, presenter Mark O'Sullivan talks to athlete and broadcaster Iwan Thomas. Iwan started his athletics career in 1992 when he represented the British 4 x 400m relay team at the World Junior Championships. At the Olympic Games in Atlanta in 1996 at the age of 22, he came 5th in the final of the 400m and won a silver medal in the 4 x 400m relay. In 1997 Iwan, claimed his first UK Championship title in Birmingham and setting a new British record. Since retiring from athletics Iwan has become a prominent figure in the media. Iwan talks candidly to Mark about his struggles with mental health issues and the things in his life that have helped him to cope with and overcome these. Comedian and writer Mark O'Sullivan presented the RTS Award-winning Documentary <a href="https://www.channel4.com/programmes/my-sexual-abuse-the-sitcom/on-demand/74837-001" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">My Sexual Abuse - The Sitcom</a> and began a journey to understand why making something positive out of something so negative and traumatic felt so powerful and life-affirming. Shownotes, links, transcript, and support information are available <a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/making.lemonade" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>, where you can also support the podcast. Please be aware that this episode contains themes and language which may not be appropriate for some listeners.

Iwan Thomas

Mark speaks to Anna Morris

In this episode, presenter Mark O'Sullivan talks to comedian, writer and actor Anna Morris, whose partial deafness has shaped both her life and her career. In this funny, sometimes silly, and inspiring episode, Anna talks about how coming to terms with her disability has encouraged her to create more accessible work. And Mark and Anna both describe their early experiences of creativity and what it means to them. Comedian and writer Mark O'Sullivan presented the RTS Award-winning Documentary <a href="https://www.channel4.com/programmes/my-sexual-abuse-the-sitcom/on-demand/74837-001" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">My Sexual Abuse - The Sitcom</a> and began a journey to understand why making something positive out of something so negative and traumatic felt so powerful and life-affirming. Shownotes, links, transcript, and support information are available <a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/making.lemonade" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>, where you can also support the podcast. Please be aware that this episode contains themes and language which may not be appropriate for some listeners.

Anna Morris

Mark talks to Andrea Brady

In this episode, presenter Mark O'Sullivan talks to Andrea Brady, whose daughter Jess died at the age of 27 due to late diagnosis of cancer. Andrea describes the heartbreaking - and often inspiring - weeks that led to Jess' death, and the important work to raise awareness Andrea and her family are now doing to ensure others don't have to go through what they have. Comedian and writer Mark O'Sullivan presented the RTS Award-winning Documentary <a href="https://www.channel4.com/programmes/my-sexual-abuse-the-sitcom/on-demand/74837-001" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">My Sexual Abuse - The Sitcom</a> and began a journey to understand why making something positive out of something so negative and traumatic felt so powerful and life-affirming. Shownotes, links, transcript, and support information are available <a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/making.lemonade" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>, where you can also support the podcast. Please be aware that this episode contains themes which may be upsetting for some listeners.

Andrea Brady

Host Mark O'Sullivan introduces the podcast

Presenter Mark O'Sullivan introduces the Making Lemonade Podcast and the events which have led to its creation. In 2024, comedian and writer Mark presented the RTS Award-winning Documentary <a href="https://www.channel4.com/programmes/my-sexual-abuse-the-sitcom/on-demand/74837-001" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">My Sexual Abuse - The Sitcom</a> and began a journey to understand why making something positive out of something so negative and traumatic felt so powerful and life-affirming. In this mini episode he tells his story, and talks about some of the things he's learned and is going to be sharing throughout this podcast. More information and the episode transcript are available <a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/making.lemonade " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>. Please be aware that this episode contains themes which may be upsetting for some listeners.

Episode 0 - Introducing Making Lemonade

Mark talks to Nicky Campbell

In this moving and inspiring episode, presenter Mark O'Sullivan talks to broadcasting legend Nicky Campbell about the abuse he suffered as a child, and the positive things that have come out of speaking out about what happened to him. Comedian and writer Mark O'Sullivan presented the RTS Award-winning Documentary <a href="https://www.channel4.com/programmes/my-sexual-abuse-the-sitcom/on-demand/74837-001" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">My Sexual Abuse - The Sitcom</a> and began a journey to understand why making something positive out of something so negative and traumatic felt so powerful and life-affirming. More information and the episode transcript are available <a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/making.lemonade" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>. Please be aware that this episode contains themes which may be upsetting for some listeners.

Nicky Campbell

Introducing the Making Lemonade Podcast

Welcome to Making Lemonade! A podcast where I'll be sharing stories of the lemons life has given to people, and the wonderful lemonade they've made from them. Featuring some well known names and others with extraordinary experiences. Hosted by Mark O'Sullivan (presenter of C4's My Sexual Abuse: The Sitcom, and creator of Lee and Dean (C4) and Tell Me Everything (ITV).

Making Lemonade - Trailer 

<h1>For shownotes, more information, and to support the Making Lemonade Podcast, visit <a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/making.lemonade" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://buymeacoffee.com/making.lemonade</a></h1>

Sharing stories of turning the bad stuff we experience into something positive

<h1>Welcome to Making Lemonade! A podcast where I'll be sharing stories of the lemons life has given to people, and the wonderful lemonade they've made from them. Featuring some well known names and others with extraordinary experiences. Hosted by Mark O'Sullivan, presenter of C4's RTS Award-winning My Sexual Abuse: The Sitcom, and creator of Lee and Dean (C4) and Tell Me Everything (ITV).</h1><h1> </h1><h1>New episodes every Wednesday.</h1><h1> </h1><h1>For shownotes, more information, and to support the Making Lemonade Podcast, visit <a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/making.lemonade" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://buymeacoffee.com/making.lemonade</a></h1><h1> </h1><h1>If you have a story to share, or a question to ask, please contact us using <a href="mailto:info@makinglemonade.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@makinglemonade.uk</a> or through our social media links.</h1>

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