Club Feelgood: How music, community and business partnerships can support mental health.

In this special episode of Lancashire Mind Talks, host Emma Broom, Corporate Fundraising Coordinator at Lancashire Mind, explores the exciting return of day clubbing with the charity’s upcoming fundraising event Club Feelgood.

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Emma is joined by Charlotte Booth, Head of People and Finance at Blackburn-based logistics company Granby, who are the headline sponsors for the event. Together they discuss why music, connection and shared experiences can have such a powerful impact on wellbeing, and why Granby is passionate about supporting mental health in their local community.

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Charlotte also shares how Granby colleagues have supported Lancashire Mind through events like the Lancashire Three Peaks Challenge, Mental Elf, and the Lancashire Mind Roadshow, and how the partnership has helped open up conversations about mental health in the workplace.

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If you love 90s and 2000s music, glowsticks and dancing in the daytime, this episode will also give you a sneak peek into what’s planned for Club Feelgood at Park Hall Nightclub, Chorley on 21st March.

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🎧 In this episode we cover:

• Why day clubbing is becoming the new night out

• How businesses can support mental health in their communities

• The impact of corporate partnerships for charities

Every ticket helps Lancashire Mind continue supporting adults, children and young people across Lancashire with their mental health.

www.lancashiremind.org.uk

#mentalhealth #selfcare #90smusic #80smusic #support #mentalhealthsupport

Welcome to Episode 22 of Lancashire Mind Talks

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Introduction:

Welcome to Part Two of our conversation with illustrator and mum, Kerri Cunningham of Murphy’s Sketches.

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In this episode, Kerri opens up about her current journey navigating the world of neurodiversity with her youngest son. Speaking from the heart, she reflects on the emotionsthat come with seeking support, advocating for your child and confronting an uncertain future - all while trying to remain present for the moments that matter.

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We explore how Kerri’s creativity and connection with nature support her mental wellbeing and how these threads are lovingly woven into her upcoming children’s book. Inspired by her son’s unique way of seeing the world, it’s a powerful celebration of slowing down and appreciating difference. Kerri has written two children's books: A Book to Brighten Your Day and Baxter's Book.

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Kerri shares her hopes for other families at similar stages of discovery, offering solidarity and a gentle reminder that you don’t have to have all the answers to make space for joy.

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This is a moving listen for any parent, caregiver or person navigating change and proof that it’s okay to not be okay.

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Trigger Warnings:

• Postnatal depression

• Anxiety

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Show Notes & Links:

• murphyssketches.co.uk⁠

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PLEASE NOTE: Guest and host views/opinions on all our podcast episodes are a reflection of their personal experiences. They do not represent the views ofLancashire Mind.

Welcome to Episode 21 of Lancashire Mind Talks

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Introduction:

Join our host Emma, in conversation with Kerri Cunningham of Murphy’s Sketches. As they chat openly about motherhood, mental health and finding joy in the ordinary.

In this two-part episode, we sit down with the wonderfully honest and warm Kerri Cunningham - illustrator, business owner and the creative mind behind Murphy’s Sketches.

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Kerri shares her lived experience of navigating motherhood, anxiety and health-related worries, alongside building a business rooted in connection and community. We talk openly about the hidden impact of postnatal mental health conditions, how creativity became a coping tool, and the importance of recognising small joys (like a good cuppa or a quiet moment).

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Follow the channel for updates on Part 2 where Kerri reflects on parenting her autistic son and the emotional journey of navigating a world not always built for neurodivergence. She introduces her heartfelt children’s book, inspired by her son’s unique way of seeing the world and why slowing down to see things through a different lens matters.

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Trigger Warnings:

• Postnatal depression
• Anxiety

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Show Notes & Links:

• murphyssketches.co.uk

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PLEASE NOTE: Guest and host views/opinions on all our podcast episodes are a reflection of their personal experiences. They do not represent the views of Lancashire Mind.

Welcome to episode 20 of Lancashire Mind Talks.

Introduction:

Join our host James Niven for Men's Health Week as he talks with our special guest, Adam Cook, who shares his story and personal experience with mental health.

Trigger Warnings:

• Grief & Loss
• Suicide
• Men's Mental Health

Show Notes & Links:

If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health, please visit:

• ⁠Urgent Help – Lancashire Mind

• Adult Services - Lancashire Mind
• Therapy & Coaching - Lancashire Mind
• Baby Loss & Miscarriage Service - Lancashire Mind
• Winston's Wish - Bereavement Support for Children
• Hub of Hope
• ANDYSMANCLUB

• Men's Sheds Association

Fundraising:

Find out more about Adam’s upcoming Ultra Marathon Challenge to raise money for Lancashire Mind, in lovingmemory of his cousin John. Donate here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/adam-cook-1986

PLEASE NOTE: Guest and host views/opinions on all our podcast episodes are a reflection of their personal experiences. They do not represent the views of Lancashire Mind.

Welcome to episode 19 of Lancashire Mind Talks.

Introduction:

This week, our host Gaby Ingham is joined by Beck House. Beck's story sheds light on the complexities of mental health, breaks down stigma and offers inspiration for anyone facing their own mental health struggles.

Trigger Warnings:

• Psychosis
• Medication
• Feelings of suicide
• Grief & Loss

Show Notes & Links:

If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health, please visit:

• Urgent Help - Lancashire Mind
• ⁠⁠⁠⁠Home - Lancashire Mind⁠⁠⁠

• Home - Strength In Struggles Mental Health Support⁠

Find Police to Paranoia on Amazon:

• Police to Paranoia: My true story of when I was sectioned under the Mental Health Act as a serving Police Officer: Amazon.co.uk: House, Rebecca J: 9781805411192: Books.

PLEASE NOTE: Guest and host views/opinions on all our podcast episodes are a reflection of their personal experiences. They do not represent the views of Lancashire Mind.

Welcome to Episode 18 of the Lancashire Mind podcast.

This week we're joined by the fabulous duo Helen and Lou, two of the creative minds behind 'The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever - Preston'.

With our Community Fundraiser, Nicola Tomkins hosting - thisepisode is fun filled and full of details for this year's event.

Even if you can't join in person, please watch the videos from last year's event on their Facebook page - we promise you won't be able to resist smiling!

Details and registration: www.facebook.com/MWHDE.Preston

Once again, the event will be supporting Lancashire Mind and Preston Domestic Violence Services.

Welcome to episode 17 of Lancashire Mind Talks! This week, our host Lauren talks with Yasmin from Aspire Yoga, about the benefits of Yoga and how it can help improve our mental health and wellbeing whilst connecting with the community.

For further information, please visit:

• Aspire Yoga | Yoga | Chorley, UK
• Services Archive - Lancashire Mind

Welcome to episode 16 of Lancashire Mind Talks.

Introduction:

On this week's podcast, we are proud to share a passionate and personal conversation around improving mental health within the workplace and the importance of supporting suicide prevention through the Orange Button scheme.

We are joined by Darren Thornhill, (Head of Operations at The Baxter Group Limited) and our own mental health cheerleader Karren Arrowsmith, (Workplace Wellbeing and Training Lead at Lancashire Mind).

Show Notes & Links:

The Orange Button is a suicide prevention training scheme that takes on the complex conversations around suicide, and supports those who take the training to recognise the deteriorating signs of mental health. It's available for individuals, community groups and organisations.

For more information, please visit:

> NHS: LSC Integrated Care Board : Orange Button Community Scheme (healthierlsc.co.uk)

> Suicide Prevention: www.lancashiremind.org.uk/project/suicide-prevention-training

> Workplace Wellbeing & Training: www.lancashiremind.org.uk/workplace-wellbeing-training/

Orange Button Holder:

If you would like to become a vital Orange Button holder, please contact our training team: training@lancashiremind.org.uk

Thank you for listening