This episode we’re joined by the Head of Content at Second Screen and the Deputy Editor of GIGWISE, Jessie Atkinson. Following her parent’s divorce at the age of 11, Jessie began experiencing various mental health issues. A diagnosis of ‘Pure O’ OCD came years into having already battled with generalised anxiety disorder and clinical depression. Manifesting initially as obsessive thoughts concerning her health, it eventually became apparent that Jessie was now suffering from relationship OCD.  Hit play to learn more about ‘Pure O’ OCD and the impact it has had on Jessie’s life, as she shares with us her experiences from years of CBT, Counselling, Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy, as well as her life-saving relationship with medication. … Keep up to date with us: Twitter: @vspodcast_ Instagram: @vspodcast_ Facebook: vspodcast1 … If you enjoy this podcast please like, rate, share and subscribe/follow. … To get in touch, please email vspodcastinfo@gmail.com.

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EP004: Jessie Atkinson VS Relationship OCD

This episode we’re joined by Record Producer, Engineer and Musician, Elliot Vaughan. Having suffered with migraines since he was a teenager, Elliot has been forced to trial both various medications and lifestyle changes ever since. Our conversation explores Elliot’s efforts to minimise his symptoms, the stigma surrounding migraines, and the difficulties that come with having an unseen “invisible” illness. … Keep up to date with us: Twitter: @vspodcast_ Instagram: @vspodcast_ Facebook: vspodcast1 … If you enjoy this podcast please like, rate, share and subscribe/follow. … To get in touch, please email vspodcastinfo@gmail.com.

EP003: Elliot Vaughan VS Migraines

In this special episode we're bringing you our live panel discussion from Pivotal Music Conference back in September 2019. Delivering expertise on managing mental health, we were joined by; The Head of Health and Welfare at Help Musicians UK, Joe Hastings, and Mental Health First Aider at Music Support, Kel Murray. EP001's guest Liam James Ward is also back to share more of his personal experiences, as we dive into the factors affecting mental health and wellbeing in the music industry. … Keep up to date with us: Twitter: @vspodcast_ Instagram: @vspodcast_ Facebook: vspodcast1 … If you enjoy this podcast please like, rate, share and subscribe/follow. … To get in touch, please email vspodcastinfo@gmail.com.

EP002: LIVE at Pivotal Music Conference 2019

This episode we’re joined by DJ, Artist Manager, and social media guru, Liam James Ward. Fresh out of university and into A&R at a major record label, Liam found difficulty maintaining a healthy work-life balance. In the process of addressing this, Liam decided to make his anxiety his ‘superpower’. Liam shares with us his experiences with depression, anxiety and burnout as we delve into the importance of taking breaks, and the type of team to have around you. … Keep up to date with us: Twitter: @vspodcast_ Instagram: @vspodcast_ Facebook: vspodcast1 … If you enjoy this podcast please like, rate, share and subscribe/follow. … To get in touch, please email vspodcastinfo@gmail.com.

EP001: Liam James Ward VS Anxiety

The fast-paced environment of the music industry can sometimes be difficult to navigate, particularly for those who are simultaneously dealing with a physical or mental health issue. VS Podcast was created by its hosts, Jade Sewell and Danny de Reybekill to help normalise frank discussions around health and wellbeing within the music industry. Each season we bring to you a range of health topics through candid conversations with our guests sharing their real-world stories. Join us on the last Monday of every month for tips, advice, and information on where you can get help and support.

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