How Do You Cope? …with Elis and John

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Elis James and John Robins talk to a range of guests about the challenges and hurdles they've faced in their own lives, whilst asking the question... How Do You Cope?

22/08/2023

S4 Listener Correspondence: ‘Thank you for creating a safe space and content that’s inclusive’

For the final episode of series four Elis and John read through some of your correspondence about the topics covered over the last few months. This episode contains strong language that some people might find offensive. If you’re affected by any of the issues raised in this episode there’s more information at bbc.co.uk/actionline.

48 min
15/08/2023

S4 Shaun Murphy: ‘Even in the darkest of moments remember that you are actually in control’

In the final guest episode of this series Elis and John are joined by snooker player and broadcaster Shaun Murphy, who discusses his struggles with his weight and his relationship with religion. If you’re affected by any of the issues raised in this episode there’s more information and support at bbc.co.uk/actionline.

1h 15m
08/08/2023

S4 Gabby Logan: ‘The grief never really leaves, you just learn to make friends with it’

This week Elis and John speak to broadcaster Gabby Logan about the loss of her brother Daniel at the age of 15, how she’s coped in her professional life, and witnessing the Bradford City stadium fire in 1985. This episode contains strong language that some people might find offensive. If you’re affected by any of the issues raised in this episode there’s more information at bbc.co.uk/actionline.

1h 32m
01/08/2023

S4 James Cracknell: ‘The neurologist said “Where you are after three years will be where you are for the rest of your life”’

This week Elis and John are joined by double Olympic gold medalist James Cracknell, who opens up about suffering a brain injury in 2010, his recovery, and how it has affected his life. This episode contains strong language that some people might find offensive. If you’re affected by any of the issues raised in this episode there’s more information at bbc.co.uk/actionline.

1h 25m
25/07/2023

S4 John McCarthy: ‘If I was still bitter I’d still be a hostage’

This week, Elis and John are joined by journalist John McCarthy who shares his experience of being held hostage for over five years during the Lebanon hostage crisis, and some of the coping mechanisms he developed in order to survive. This episode contains strong language that some people might find offensive. If you’re affected by any of the issues raised in this episode there’s more information at bbc.co.uk/actionline.

1h 30m
18/07/2023

S4 Jordan Gray: ‘I wasn't bitten by a radioactive woman’

On this week’s episode of How Do You Cope Elis and John chat to comedian Jordan Gray about gender identity and transgender issues. This episode contains strong language that some people might find offensive. If you’re affected by any of the issues raised in this episode there’s more information at bbc.co.uk/actionline.

1h 28m
11/07/2023

S4 Mohsin Zaidi: ‘We’re told to grow in a certain way and we acclimate’

In this week’s episode Elis and John are joined by author Mohsin Zaidi, who shares his experiences growing up queer in a devout Muslim family. This episode contains strong language that some people might find offensive. If you’re affected by any of the issues raised in this episode there’s more information at bbc.co.uk/actionline.

1h 36m
04/07/2023

S4 Iain Lee: 'Suddenly I was incredibly high, and this voice in my head said “Welcome back son”'

Broadcaster Iain Lee shares his journey to becoming a counsellor, and retiring from his former profession. This episode contains strong language that some people might find offensive. If you’re affected by any of the issues raised in this episode there’s more information at bbc.co.uk/actionline.

1h 32m

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1,191 Ratings

Such a necessary and helpful pod

3 Feb

illuokak

LADS -come back pls !
Great long form interviews

12/08/2024

Geordie Andy83

Elis and John are a great duo, as proved in their 5Live and Radio X/XFM shows, and their approach to mental health discussions are so well judged and perfectly handled. So it should be no surprise that their long form interviews are no different
Brilliant!

19/01/2024

122liz

I’ve only recently discovered this podcast, and it is absolutely my favourite!! I’m already dreading getting through the episodes so quickly that I’ll soon run out! I love the opening chat just between Elis and John as they describe their past week/current mood, they really make each other laugh but they also seem to really understand each other. That part alone is great but then you get to hear them brilliantly interviewing some fabulous guests about big life events and coping. I couldn’t love it more!
Amazing

15/08/2023

susiepj50

What an amazing Podcast ‘How Do You Cope.’ Is. You are both such skilful listeners enabling your guests to share their stories in a save space. Your empathy and genuine interest shine through. So different from your Friday Podcast, which I also love to listen to. Long may you both flourish. Love producer Dave too.

Elis James and John Robins talk to a range of guests about the challenges and hurdles they've faced in their own lives, whilst asking the question... How Do You Cope?