What Happens When Men Speak? | Luke Appleyard | Against All Odds S1 E3Content advisory: This episode includes discussions of childhood trauma, domestic abuse and suicidal thoughts. Please take care while watching. You can pause or step away at any time and support resources are listed below.What happens when a man who once felt he had no voice decides to use it to make a difference?In this episode of Against All Odds, I'm joined by Luke Appleyard, a survivor and advocate who shares his experiences of childhood trauma, domestic abuse, finding his voice and speaking openly about subjects that too often remain hidden.We explore the importance of being heard, the challenges men can face when seeking support and what it means to turn lived experience into advocacy.Luke also shares a deeply personal poem that forms part of his story.This is an honest conversation about difficult experiences, but it's also about resilience, connection and the importance of creating spaces where people feel safe enough to speak.Support and informationIf something in this conversation resonates with you, please know that support is available.Men's Advice Line: Confidential support for men experiencing domestic abuse 0808 801 0327 https://mensadviceline.org.uk/Samaritans: Emotional support, available 24 hours a day in the UK and Ireland Call 116 123 free https://www.samaritans.org/Additional resourcesJ9 InitiativeAngel Shot informationConnect with LukeLuke's LinkedIn: https://tinyurl.com/3k2ftkmeRead Luke's original poem in full: https://tinyurl.com/5n7th85sPlease note: The original poem contains more explicit references to suicidal thoughts and methods than the edited version included in this episode.About Against All OddsAgainst All Odds shares real stories of resilience, purpose and hope, while shining a light on the people, communities and organisations making a difference.Real Lives. Real Stories. Real Purpose.Explore more episodes, stories and community resources: https://againstalloddspoduk.substack.com/Support our Tottenham bleed control kit fundraiser: https://www.gofundme.com/u/against-all-odds-podcast

What we see on social media isn’t always the full story.Behind the appearances, confidence and carefully curated images, people may be facing struggles we know nothing about.In this clip from Against All Odds, Luke Appleyard reflects on social media, masculinity and the assumptions we make about other people’s lives.🎙️ Luke joins us for What Happens When Men Speak? a conversation about childhood trauma, domestic abuse, recovery and finding hope.📅 Full episode out Friday 30 October 2026 on Against All Odds.Subscribe and join us for real conversations that challenge assumptions and create connection.

Integrity & Staying True to Yourself | Dr Clare Anyiam-Osigwe BEM

What does it mean to stay true to yourself when the world has expectations of who you should be?

In this Black History Month clip from Against All Odds, Dr Clare Anyiam-Osigwe BEM reflects on integrity, personal values and defining success on your own terms.

A conversation about authenticity, identity and staying connected to what matters most.

🎙️ Listen to the full episode, The Myth of Having It All Figured Out, on Against All Odds.

Real Lives. Real Stories. Real Purpose.