Welcome to What's On YoungMinds? - a mental health podcast by and for young people. Join us for honest conversations with young people that shed light on the challenges and triumphs of navigating mental health, getting support and finding joy along the way.
YoungMinds is the UK's leading mental health charity fighting for young people's mental health. Check out the YoungMinds website (https://www.youngminds.org.uk/) for a variety of information and advice designed to help improve the mental health of young people up to the age of 25. We have information for both young people and their parents or carers on mental health conditions, feelings, medications and different life situations, as well as training courses and resources for professionals working with young people.
Join in the conversation on social @YoungMindsUK
Conversations on: Disability, faith, pride and belonging
In this episode, we hear from Aisha, Maryam, Noah and Srishti – four young creatives who each explore their identity and mental health through spoken word, zines, video content and personal essays. They share what it means to be queer, Muslim, disabled, neurodivergent – and how those identities shape their lives, creativity and sense of self. From finding community online to confronting ableism and navigating mental health support, this conversation is honest, powerful and full of solidarity.
This episode was recorded in studio. Watch the full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/aiPulvTR3Ik (https://youtu.be/aiPulvTR3Ik)
To hear more real stories from diverse voices, visit youngminds.org.uk/identity-and-mental-health. (https://www.youngminds.org.uk/identity-and-mental-health)
For support and advice for your mental health, visit youngminds.org.uk (https://www.youngminds.org.uk/).
21 Jul 2025
Missing the Mark: young people speak out on exam stress and pressure
Exams are putting unbearable pressure on young people – and it's time for change.
In this episode of What’s On YoungMinds?, we hear from three powerful voices: YoungMinds activists Matty and Dinah, and YoungMinds Ambassador Alfie Watts – known for his appearance on BBC's Race Across the World. They open up about the intense stress caused by SATs, GCSEs and A-levels, and how the current system is failing students' mental health.
This conversation is part of our Missing the Mark campaign, where we’re calling on the government to scrap SATs and reform GCSEs and A-levels to make assessments fairer, kinder, and more supportive of young people’s wellbeing.
💛Learn more and take action (https://www.youngminds.org.uk/support-us/join-the-movement/missing-the-mark/).
10 Jul 2025
Social pressures and how to fit in: Grace's story
In this episode, Grace shares her story about fitting in with others, setting boundaries, and the power of vulnerability when it comes to friendships.
If you're struggling with your mental health, YoungMinds (https://www.youngminds.org.uk/) has guides to support you with tips and advice on looking after your mental health, including:
Guide to friendships (https://www.youngminds.org.uk/young-person/coping-with-life/friends/)
Guide to disability and mental health (https://www.youngminds.org.uk/young-person/coping-with-life/disability-and-mental-health/)
Guide to self-care (https://www.youngminds.org.uk/young-person/coping-with-life/self-care/)
29 Jan 2025
Adapting to life with Long Covid: Eden's story
In this episode, Eden shares her experiences of having Long Covid, including the challenges she's faced in adapting to a new way of life and the hobbies and communities that have helped her get through it.
If you're struggling with your mental health, YoungMinds (https://www.youngminds.org.uk/) has guides to support you with tips and advice on looking after your mental health, including:
Guide to disability and mental health (https://www.youngminds.org.uk/young-person/coping-with-life/disability-and-mental-health/)
Guide to self-care (https://www.youngminds.org.uk/young-person/coping-with-life/self-care/)
12 Jun 2024
Black, Disabled and proud: Femi, Simi and Jaleel’s stories
In this episode, we pass the mic to host Femi Adebowale (@__femz__ (https://www.instagram.com/__femz__/)), a filmmaker and disability rights activist passionate about amplifying unrepresented stories. Femi sits down with two inspiring guests: Simi Roach (@simi_roach (https://www.instagram.com/simi_roach/?img_index=7)), a professional writer, performer, public speaker, and disability rights activist, and Jaleel Hudson (@skietchy (https://www.instagram.com/skietchy/)), a freelance illustrator with a love for comics, character design, and storytelling.
This episode was recorded in studio: watch the full video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fm-CMqiQZ0c).
To hear more real stories from young Black Disabled people, visit youngminds.org.uk/celebrating-black-disabled-stories. (https://www.youngminds.org.uk/young-person/celebrating-black-disabled-stories/)
For support and advice for your mental health, visit youngminds.org.uk (http://youngminds.org.uk).
12 Jun 2024
Accessing mental health services as a Disabled person: Rosie’s story
YoungMinds Activist Rosie shares her experience of accessing mental health services in the UK as a Deaf and neurodivergent person, and the changes she is fighting for.
Trigger warning: This episode discusses crises, hospitalisation and suicide. Please take care when listening.
For support and advice for your mental health, visit youngminds.org.uk (http://youngminds.org.uk).
For a transcript of the episode, visit youngminds.org.uk/whats-on-youngminds (http://youngminds.org.uk/whats-on-youngminds).
12 Jun 2024
Disability, neurodivergence and education: Jess’ story
YoungMinds Activist Jess shares her experience of disability and mental health. She explores how difficulties with mental health can show up in different times throughout education and how this can coincide with physical disabilities, chronic health and neurodivergence.
For support and advice for your mental health, visit youngminds.org.uk (http://youngminds.org.uk).
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