The Stress Sessions

Peter Ash, actor (Coronation Street, Picture You Dead)In this episode of The Stress Sessions, we’re lifting the curtain on the reality of men’s mental health in the world of stage and screen. 🎙️ I sat down with the brilliant Peter Ash – best known for his powerful performance in Coronation Street and now touring with Picture You Dead – to talk about the emotional demands of acting, living with rejection, and how creativity can be therapy. Peter opens up about: 🎭 Mentally preparing for dark roles 🧠 How acting supports his own mental health 💔 The emotional toll of portraying illness on screen 💡 Why support networks in theatre are more vital than ever 🗣️ And what advice he'd give to struggling performersHis honesty is a reminder that behind every standing ovation is a human being who’s navigating life, just like the rest of us.

Welcome to Series 5, Episode 7 of The Stress Sessions podcast! In this episode, I have the honour of speaking with EFL record-breaker and captain of the MK Dons, Dean Lewington.If you or someone you know is facing challenges with mental health, it's important to reach out and seek support. For a comprehensive list of dedicated mental health charities in the UK, please visit the link provided in the episode description.And for our dedicated listeners who enjoy The Stress Sessions, we encourage you to enhance your podcast experience by downloading all the other thought-provoking episodes. If you can, we'd greatly appreciate it if you could also help us out by liking, sharing, and leaving a review.Thank you for tuning in!Luke x

If you missed it or couldn't make it here's the one you've been waiting for... it's The Stress Sessions LIVE SHOW with an audience. Recorded at MK Gallery on Friday 22 September 2024, I spoke to award-winning comedian Rich Wilson and BAFTA & NTA-winning Traitor, Will Webster about their mental health journeys. There's also a special performance from talented singer, songwriter and poet, Eddie Brett. It's pretty special, so grab yourself a beverage and strap in!If you or someone you know is facing challenges with mental health, it's important to reach out and seek support. For a comprehensive list of dedicated mental health charities in the UK, please visit the link provided in the episode description.And for our dedicated listeners who enjoy The Stress Sessions, we encourage you to enhance your podcast experience by downloading all the other thought-provoking episodes. If you can, we'd greatly appreciate it if you could also help us out by liking, sharing, and leaving a review.Thank you for tuning in!Luke x

Welcome to Series 5, Episode 6 of The Stress Sessions podcast! In this episode, I have the honour of speaking with the incredible Stephen Bailey, Comedian and Television Presenter.If you or someone you know is facing challenges with mental health, it's important to reach out and seek support. For a comprehensive list of dedicated mental health charities in the UK, please visit the link provided in the episode description.And for our dedicated listeners who enjoy The Stress Sessions, we encourage you to enhance your podcast experience by downloading all the other thought-provoking episodes. If you can, we'd greatly appreciate it if you could also help us out by liking, sharing, and leaving a review.Thank you for tuning in!Luke x

S5 EP5: Gail Porter, Presenter and BAFTA WinnerIf you or someone else is struggling with a mental illness, please always speak to someone or click on this link to see a list of all the dedicated mental health charities in the UK.Finally, if you enjoy listening to The Stress Sessions, please download all the other episodes and like, share and review (if you're able to!).ThanksLuke x

S5 EP4: Charlie Sims, The Only Way Is Essex (TOWIE)If you or someone else is struggling with a mental illness, please always speak to someone or click on this link to see a list of all the dedicated mental health charities in the UK.Finally, if you enjoy listening to The Stress Sessions, please download all the other episodes and like, share and review (if you're able to!).ThanksLuke x

S5 EP3: The Return of Millie Gooch, Sober Girl SocietyIf you or someone else is struggling with a mental illness, please always speak to someone or click on this link to see a list of all the dedicated mental health charities in the UK.Finally, if you enjoy listening to The Stress Sessions, please download all the other episodes and like, share and review (if you're able to!).ThanksLuke x

S5 EP2: Jack Ryder, Eastenders (Jamie Mitchell)If you or someone else is struggling with a mental illness, please always speak to someone or click on this link to see a list of all the dedicated mental health charities in the UK.Finally, if you enjoy listening to The Stress Sessions, please download all the other episodes and like, share and review (if you're able to!).ThanksLuke x

S5 EP1: Wilfred Webster, The Traitors (BBC1)If you or someone else is struggling with a mental illness, please always speak to someone or click on this link to see a list of all the dedicated mental health charities in the UK.Finally, if you enjoy listening to The Stress Sessions, please download all the other episodes and like, share and review (if you're able to!).ThanksLuke x