Podcast — #MentalWellness

In this episode, I chat with TJ Hegarty, founder and CEO of Breakthrough Maths, about the challenges and opportunities in making maths education more accessible and engaging. TJ shares his innovative approach, including small class sizes and personalised progress tracking, to help students build confidence and succeed in maths. We discuss why girls' performance in maths is declining, exploring the role of societal stereotypes, math anxiety, and the lingering impact of COVID-19 on education. TJ highlights the differences between Asian and European approaches to maths education, and shares why foundational skills and parental support are crucial for long-term success. We...

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Brendan Daugherty, a child psychiatrist with a unique approach to mental health. Brendan shares his personal story of overcoming psoriasis through psychodynamic therapy, showing the powerful link between mental and physical health. We explore how mental health issues like anxiety and ADHD present differently in boys and girls, with Brendan offering practical advice for parents to support their children’s mental wellness. Our conversation also delves into topics including parent blame, holistic approaches to mental health, and the potential of psychedelic microdosing. Brendan discusses the emotional toll of working in mental health and the...

In this episode, we’re joined by Keith Barry, the world-famous hypnotist and mentalist, to explore the mindset behind his incredible career and his new book, Sleep Hacks. Keith shares how he uses brain hacking not only to wow audiences but also to help people grow in life and work. From taking news detoxes to the importance of quality sleep, Keith’s insights offer a fresh take on making real changes to improve wellness. We dive into the effects of modern life on our sleep—how screens, stress, and substances like alcohol and cannabis can disrupt our rest. Keith shares practical tips from his...