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Made by Mammas: The Podcast

Ben West

Season 6, Ep. 65

This week, Zoe is joined by mental health campaigner Ben West for an incredibly moving and important conversation.


Ben opens up about the heartbreaking loss of his brother Sam to suicide, the guilt and grief that followed and why it inspired him to dedicate himself to campaigning for better mental health awareness and support.


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Find a new episode every Tuesday & Friday and in the meantime check out Made By Mammas on Instagram: @madebymammas.

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