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The Stress Sessions

Luke Clark

74 episodes

4 months ago

The Stress Sessions by Luke Clark. A weekly podcast about mental health, presented by a guy in his 30s living with anxiety and depression. Expect chat around coping mechanisms, counselling, and crushing the stigma around men's mental illness.

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The Stress Sessions by Luke Clark. A weekly podcast about mental health, presented by a guy in his 30s living with anxiety and depression. Expect chat around coping mechanisms, counselling, and crushing the stigma around men's mental illness.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episodes (20/74)

The Stress Sessions

Peter Ash, actor (Coronation Street, Picture You Dead)

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 performers

His honesty is a reminder that behind every standing ovation is a human being who’s navigating life, just like the rest of us.

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6 months ago

20 minutes 42 seconds

The Stress Sessions

S5 EP7: Dean Lewington, Record-Breaking Footballer

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

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1 year ago

57 minutes 39 seconds

The Stress Sessions

The One With the Live Show: Rich Wilson, Will Webster & Eddie Brett

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

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2 years ago

1 hour 42 minutes 4 seconds

The Stress Sessions

S5 EP6: Stephen Bailey, Comedian

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

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2 years ago

54 minutes 24 seconds

The Stress Sessions

S5 EP5: Gail Porter, Presenter and BAFTA Winner

S5 EP5: Gail Porter, Presenter and BAFTA Winner

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!).

Thanks

Luke x

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2 years ago

46 minutes 17 seconds

The Stress Sessions

S5 EP4: Charlie Sims, The Only Way Is Essex (TOWIE)

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!).

Thanks

Luke x

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2 years ago

1 hour 12 minutes 50 seconds

The Stress Sessions

S5 EP3: The Return of Millie Gooch, Sober Girl Society

S5 EP3: The Return of Millie Gooch, Sober Girl Society

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!).

Thanks

Luke x

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2 years ago

1 hour 15 minutes 51 seconds

The Stress Sessions

S5 EP2: Jack Ryder, Eastenders (Jamie Mitchell)

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!).

Thanks

Luke x

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2 years ago

48 minutes 58 seconds

The Stress Sessions

S5 EP1: Wilfred Webster, The Traitors (BBC1)

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!).

Thanks

Luke x

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2 years ago

1 hour 21 minutes 29 seconds

The Stress Sessions

S4 EP22: Perez Hilton

It's the grand finale of Series Four and I'm speaking to the one and only PEREZ HILTON!

Perez is a blogger and columnist, well known for his controversial opinions - particularly around the world of celebrities.

Recording this was a real 'pinch me' moment, as I've followed Perez's career for the past 15 or so years - the highs - and lows.

In this episode, we speak about:

His therapy journey and how the accessibility of therapy in general is so difficult.
Being brought up in a latino household and his mother being a role mode - for the right and wrong reasons.
The correlation between physical and mental health.
Situation depression and the feeling of being stuck.

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.

Sponsor: UNTLD. beer (use discount code LUKE10 at checkout)

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!).

Thanks

Luke x

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3 years ago

47 minutes 3 seconds

The Stress Sessions

S4 EP21: Below Deck Med's Jess More (Part 2)

The long-awaited Part 2 to my chat with Below Deck Med's Jess More is here!

Is you've not listened to the first half (S4 EP10), I'd probably do that first... as it was out about four months - yes, FOUR MONTHS ago. I've really had to wait this long to put this out - but it's SO worth it so give it a listen :)

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!).

Sponsor: UNTLD. beer (use discount code LUKE10 at checkout)

Thanks

Luke x

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3 years ago

33 minutes 45 seconds

The Stress Sessions

ROAD TO 1,000KM: 80 down, 20 to go

You probably know this already but I'm RUNNING 1,000KMS in 100 days. All in the name of mental health and sexual abuse.

If you'd like to, you can support me here.

Find out why I'm doing the run(s) and why you all need to put SATURDAY 10 SEPTEMBER in your diaries.

Thanks x

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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!).

Sponsor: UNTLD. beer (use discount code LUKE10 at checkout)

Thanks

Luke x

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3 years ago

14 minutes 25 seconds

The Stress Sessions

S4 EP20: Felix White, Musician (The Maccabees)

This week I'm speaking to former band member of The Maccabees, Felix White!

Alongside talking about his fantastic new book, 'It's Always Summer Somewhere' and composing the music for new film 'McEnroe' - a biopic about the tennis star, John McEnroe - Felix and I also talking about how he coping after the passing of his mother, how much music helps him on a day to day basis, and how having conversations like this help so, so much.

If you'd like to sponsor me for the 1,000 kilometres I'm running in 100 days, you can do that here!

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!).

Thanks

Luke x

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3 years ago

1 hour 41 seconds

The Stress Sessions

S4 EP19: Lloyd Spencer, Below Deck Mediterranean

This week I'm speaking to Below Deck Med Season 6 star, Lloyd Spencer!

Recorded on the hottest day of 2022, Lloyd and I chatted about the recent passing of his grandparents, finding the path to happiness, and having cameras shoved in his face during his first panic attack - whilst being filmed on Below Deck Med.

Just a word of warning: although there are some upsetting topics discussed, this is a lovely, lovely chat between two guys trying to find their 'happy'.

If you'd like to sponsor me for the 1,000 kilometres I'm running in 100 days, you can do that here!

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!).

Thanks

Luke x

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3 years ago

52 minutes 11 seconds

The Stress Sessions

S4 EP18: Kirsty, Owner of OhMyCakery!

This week I'm speaking to owner of Milton Keynes business, OhMyCakery!

Four years ago, Kirsty plucked up the courage to have a complete career change, going from fitness instructor to cake shop owner - and hasn't looked back since.

In this episode, we chat about starting a new business from scratch - and the anxieties that come with it, how your mental health struggles can affect both your relationships and family life, and everything in between!

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!).

Thanks

Luke x

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3 years ago

1 hour 2 minutes 29 seconds

The Stress Sessions

S4 EP17: Jermaine Pennant, Arsenal Invincible & Champions League Finalist

This week I'm speaking to former footballer, Jermaine Pennant.

After starting off his career at Notts County, Jermaine transferred to the club I support, Arsenal for £2 million aged just 15. After scoring a hat-trick on his first league debut in the 2003-04 Premier League season, Jermaine helped Arsenal gain their 'Invincibles' title as the first (and only) team to go undefeated during a 38-match season.

In 2017, he also starred in Liverpool's Champions League final, winning the 'Man of the match' award for his performance.

In this episode, we chat about Jermaine's time in prison and how it affected his mental health, how mental health has improved within football over the years, and how he has gone from bottling up his emotions for the majority of his life to being open and honest when he's struggling.

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!).

Thanks

Luke x

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3 years ago

52 minutes 9 seconds

The Stress Sessions

S4 EP16: Olivia Cox, TV & Radio Presenter

This week I'm speaking to television and radio presenter, Olivia Cox.

After starting off her career in the British army aged 18, Olivia moved into media and has had a successful career in television and radio working with ITV, E4, Sky News, Channel 4 News and Channel 4 Racing.

In this episode, we chat about dealing with grief after a traumatic experience, various types of therapy and how cold water immersion can help your mental health.

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!).

Thanks

Luke x

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3 years ago

58 minutes 16 seconds

The Stress Sessions

THE STRESS SESSIONS HAS WON AN AWARD! WHOOP WHOOP!

Just a little thank you for everyone who voted for me for the MK Inspiration Awards... I won the 'Inspirational Man' award!

Normal service will resume next week when I'll be speaking to former footballer, Jermaine Pennant.

Have a great week x

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3 years ago

5 minutes 28 seconds

The Stress Sessions

S4 EP15: Johnny at UNLTD. Beer

This week I'm speaking to Johnny Johnson, founder of alcohol-free beer company, UNLTD. Beer.

Topics include:

Dealing with the sudden death of a loved one.
Coping with an unhealthy relationship with alcohol.
Being there for your mates if they're going through a tough time.

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!).

Sponsor: UNTLD. beer (use discount code LUKE10 at checkout)

Thanks

Luke x

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3 years ago

47 minutes 45 seconds

The Stress Sessions

S4 EP14: I'M RUNNING 1,000KM IN 100 DAYS!!

This week, I was meant to be speaking to former Premier League footballer, Jermaine Pennant... but Zoom did me the dirty, it didn't record, and I've had to clutch at straws by recording a makeshift episode.. BUT FEAR NOT! You get to find out about the RIDICULOUS challenge I've set myself.

RUNNING 1,000KMS in 100 days. All in the name of mental health and sexual abuse.

Find out why I'm doing the run(s) and why you all need to put SATURDAY 10 SEPTEMBER in your diaries.

Thanks x

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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!).

I've been nominated for two Milton Keynes Inspiration Awards! To give me a little vote, please click on each of the links below:

All you need to do is click 'vote' for me (Luke Clark), enter your name and email address. You'll then be sent an OTP (one-time password) - that could go to your junk mail, so check there! Enter this, and your vote will be cast - it takes just a few minutes :) thank you.

Sponsor: UNTLD. beer (use discount code LUKE10 at checkout)

Thanks

Luke x

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3 years ago

10 minutes 7 seconds