The Laughter Clinic

Mark McConville

The Laughter Clinic Podcast brings a refreshingly different approach to mental health education. Your host Mark McConville, is an Australian professional Comedian of 25+ years who also has a Masters Degree In Suicidology from Griffith University. Mark delivers you evidence-based self-care strategies, curated research insights, and meaningful conversations that inspire, educate and entertain.

  1. Life Skills Masterclass Part 4: Managing your Emotions, Mindfulness, and Lifestyle Medicine.

    3D AGO

    Life Skills Masterclass Part 4: Managing your Emotions, Mindfulness, and Lifestyle Medicine.

    The series finale of the Life Skills Masterclass. Mark and Jodi bring together the WHO's 10 life skills framework — augmented with mindfulness and lifestyle medicine — into one cohesive, daily-ready integration. In this episode they cover the "Integration Trio": managing emotions, mindfulness, and lifestyle medicine, weaving in personal stories, clinical experience, evidence-based tools, and genuine warmth throughout. At 2 hours and 11 minutes, this is the longest episode of the series and arguably the most personal — featuring Mark's raw disclosure about his past anger, ADHD diagnosis, and grief, Jodi's real-time grief over losing her dog Peppa, and a beautiful mutual appreciation as the series wraps. The episode closes with the 30-Day Life Skills Integration Challenge — a practical call to action inviting listeners to cycle through all 12 life skills over 30 days. • emotions as messengers, not problems • recognising triggers and naming feelings with the Feeling Wheel • fast anxiety tools with breath, grounding, and movement • normalising anger and choosing safe outlets and boundaries • mindfulness without myths, present-moment awareness in daily life • STOP and RAIN as quick resets between trigger and choice • body scan and PMR for nervous system downshifts and sleep • lifestyle medicine pillars: food, movement, sleep, stress, substances, connection • Mediterranean-style eating for mood and gut health • strength training, exercise snacks, and weekend warriors • sleep hygiene that sticks, not strict rules • habit stacking and transitions to make habits automatic • the 30-day integration challenge across all 12 life skills Take the 30-day Life Skills Masterclass Challenge: each day, pick one skill to practise and cycle through all twelve. Let us know how it changes your week. If you've enjoyed this episode, please share it with your friends, leave a comment, like, subscribe, all of that sort of stuff For More Info on Jodi Allen: https://www.jodiallennutrition.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodi-allen-944a76138/ https://www.youtube.com/@jodiallenyoga Insta: @jodiallennutrition For more info on The Feeling Wheel: https://feelingswheel.com For more info on Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction – MBSR https://www.australiacounselling.com.au/MBSR-mindfulness-based-stress-reduction/ Website: www.thelaughterclinic.com.au Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thelaughterclinicAus "If you or someone you know needs support, please contact one of these Australian mental health services. In an emergency, always call 000." Lifeline Australia Phone: 13 11 14 (24/7) Web: lifeline.org.au Suicide Call Back Service Phone: 1300 659 467 (24/7) Web: suicidecallbackservice.org.au Beyond Blue Phone: 1300 22 4636 (24/7) Web: beyondblue.org.au Kids Helpline (for people aged 5-25) Phone: 1800 55 1800 (24/7) Web: kidshelpline.com.au MensLine Australia Phone: 1300 78 99 78 (24/7) Web: mensline.org.au SANE Australia (complex mental health issues) Phone: 1800 18 7263 Web: sane.org QLife (LGBTIQ+ support) Phone: 1800 184 527  Web: qlife.org.au Open Arms (Veterans & Families Counselling) Phone: 1800 011 046 (24/7) Web: openarms.gov.au 1800RESPECT (sexual assault, domestic violence) Phone: 1800 737 732 (24/7) Web: 1800respect.org.au Headspace (youth mental health, ages 12-25) Phone: 1800 650 890  Web: headspace.org.au 13YARN (Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander crisis support) Phone: 13 92 76 (13YARN) (24/7) Web: 13yarn.org.au Music by Hayden Smith https://www.haydensmith.com

    2h 12m
  2. Life Skills Masterclass Part 3: Communication, Relationships, and Empathy

    MAR 15

    Life Skills Masterclass Part 3: Communication, Relationships, and Empathy

    In the 3rd instalment of the Life Skills Masterclass series Mark and Jodi break down how clear language, presence, and empathy turn daily talk into deeper levels of connection. We share simple moves like I statements, active listening, and repair attempts, then zoom out to relationship audits, love languages, and finding your tribe beyond home and work. In this episode:  • Using I statements to reduce defensiveness  • Choosing calls over text for tough topics  • Active listening and phone boundaries  • Assertive communication over passive or aggressive styles  • Quality over quantity in friendships  • Relationship audit questions that guide investment  • Recognising bids for connection and repair attempts  • Love languages as practical communication habits  • Empathy vs sympathy with helpful phrases  • Self-empathy to cut shame and support help-seeking  • Simple check-ins that fight loneliness and build belonging Challenge: Five peeps in your contact list. Go and do it. "Haven't spoken to you in a while, appreciate you. So glad you're in my life. Look forward to seeing you next time." Based on the World Health Organization's Life Skills framework. If you've enjoyed this episode, please share it with your friends, leave a comment, like, subscribe, all of that sort of stuff. For more Info on Jodi Allen: https://www.jodiallennutrition.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodi-allen-944a76138/ https://www.youtube.com/@jodiallenyoga Insta: @jodiallennutrition For more info on The Gottman Realtionship Tools: https://www.gottman.com/about/the-gottman-method/ For more info on the Love Languages Quiz: https://5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/love-language Next episode: The final instalment — Managing Emotions, Mindfulness, and Lifestyle Medicine. Website: www.thelaughterclinic.com.au Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thelaughterclinicAus "If you or someone you know needs support, please contact one of these Australian mental health services. In an emergency, always call 000." Lifeline Australia Phone: 13 11 14 (24/7) Web: lifeline.org.au Suicide Call Back Service Phone: 1300 659 467 (24/7) Web: suicidecallbackservice.org.au Beyond Blue Phone: 1300 22 4636 (24/7) Web: beyondblue.org.au Kids Helpline (for people aged 5-25) Phone: 1800 55 1800 (24/7) Web: kidshelpline.com.au MensLine Australia Phone: 1300 78 99 78 (24/7) Web: mensline.org.au SANE Australia (complex mental health issues) Phone: 1800 18 7263 Web: sane.org QLife (LGBTIQ+ support) Phone: 1800 184 527 Web: qlife.org.au Open Arms (Veterans & Families Counselling) Phone: 1800 011 046 (24/7) Web: openarms.gov.au 1800RESPECT (sexual assault, domestic violence) Phone: 1800 737 732 (24/7) Web: 1800respect.org.au Headspace (youth mental health, ages 12-25) Phone: 1800 650 890 Web: headspace.org.au 13YARN (Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander crisis support) Phone: 13 92 76 (13YARN) (24/7) Web: 13yarn.org.au Music by Hayden Smith https://www.haydensmith.com

    1h 31m
  3. Life Skills Masterclass Part 2: Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking, and Decision Making.

    MAR 8

    Life Skills Masterclass Part 2: Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking, and Decision Making.

    In Part 2 of our Life Skills Masterclass Series Mark and Jodi break down the thinking trio, Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking and Decision Making. Learn how you can evaluate information, spark creative ideas, and choose with intent. Along the way we unpack bias, sleep, and a simple matrix that turns overwhelm into action. In this episode:  • Defining critical thinking and why evidence and sources matter  • Spotting confirmation and availability bias in social feeds  • Curiosity questions that test assumptions and agendas  • The role of anecdotes versus data in real life  • Creative thinking as an everyday skill, not just art  • SCAMPER and the 20 ideas drill for generating options  • Guilt, self-care and a story that reframes assumptions  • Decision fatigue, procrastination and the sleep-hormone link  • A practical decision matrix with weighted criteria  • Integrating evaluate, create, and decide for better life choices Based on the World Health Organization's Life Skills framework. If you've enjoyed this episode, please share it with your friends, leave a comment, like, subscribe, all of that sort of stuff For More Info on Jodi Allen: https://www.jodiallennutrition.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodi-allen-944a76138/ https://www.youtube.com/@jodiallenyoga Insta: @jodiallennutrition Next episode: The Connection Trio — Effective Communication, Interpersonal Relationships, and Empathy. Website: www.thelaughterclinic.com.au Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thelaughterclinicAus "If you or someone you know needs support, please contact one of these Australian mental health services. In an emergency, always call 000." Lifeline Australia Phone: 13 11 14 (24/7) Web: lifeline.org.au Suicide Call Back Service Phone: 1300 659 467 (24/7) Web: suicidecallbackservice.org.au Beyond Blue Phone: 1300 22 4636 (24/7) Web: beyondblue.org.au Kids Helpline (for people aged 5-25) Phone: 1800 55 1800 (24/7) Web: kidshelpline.com.au MensLine Australia Phone: 1300 78 99 78 (24/7) Web: mensline.org.au SANE Australia (complex mental health issues) Phone: 1800 18 7263 Web: sane.org QLife (LGBTIQ+ support) Phone: 1800 184 527  Web: qlife.org.au Open Arms (Veterans & Families Counselling) Phone: 1800 011 046 (24/7) Web: openarms.gov.au 1800RESPECT (sexual assault, domestic violence) Phone: 1800 737 732 (24/7) Web: 1800respect.org.au Headspace (youth mental health, ages 12-25) Phone: 1800 650 890  Web: headspace.org.au 13YARN (Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander crisis support) Phone: 13 92 76 (13YARN) (24/7) Web: 13yarn.org.au Music by Hayden Smith https://www.haydensmith.com

    1h 7m
  4. Life Skills Masterclass Part 1: Self-Awareness, Coping with Stress, and Problem Solving

    MAR 1

    Life Skills Masterclass Part 1: Self-Awareness, Coping with Stress, and Problem Solving

    In Part 1 of this 4-Part Life Skills Masterclass Series we talk about the foundation trio: Self-Awareness, Coping with Stress, and Problem Solving. Mark McConville and Jodi Allen share lived experience, research-backed tools, and a five-step framework to move from reactivity to calm, clear action. In this episode:  • Defining self-awareness and reading body signals  • Autopilot, avoidance, and micro check-ins  • Good stress vs chronic stress and burnout risk  • The bell curve of stress — eustress to overwhelm  • Breathwork, journaling, and nature grounding as fast resets  • Mentors and coaches for objective support  • Five-step problem solving loop with review  • Workplace conflict example using the foundation trio  • Self-compassion and building decision confidence Based on the World Health Organization's Life Skills framework, this series is designed to give you practical, evidence-based tools for navigating life — the stuff they never taught us in school. Next episode: The Thinking Trio — Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking, and Decision Making. If you've enjoyed this episode, please share it with your friends, leave a comment, like, subscribe, all of that sort of stuff For More Info on Jodi Allen: https://www.jodiallennutrition.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodi-allen-944a76138/ https://www.youtube.com/@jodiallenyoga Insta: @jodiallennutrition Website: www.thelaughterclinic.com.au Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thelaughterclinicAus "If you or someone you know needs support, please contact one of these Australian mental health services. In an emergency, always call 000." Lifeline Australia Phone: 13 11 14 (24/7) Web: lifeline.org.au Suicide Call Back Service Phone: 1300 659 467 (24/7) Web: suicidecallbackservice.org.au Beyond Blue Phone: 1300 22 4636 (24/7) Web: beyondblue.org.au Kids Helpline (for people aged 5-25) Phone: 1800 55 1800 (24/7) Web: kidshelpline.com.au MensLine Australia Phone: 1300 78 99 78 (24/7) Web: mensline.org.au SANE Australia (complex mental health issues) Phone: 1800 18 7263 Web: sane.org QLife (LGBTIQ+ support) Phone: 1800 184 527  Web: qlife.org.au Open Arms (Veterans & Families Counselling) Phone: 1800 011 046 (24/7) Web: openarms.gov.au 1800RESPECT (sexual assault, domestic violence) Phone: 1800 737 732 (24/7) Web: 1800respect.org.au Headspace (youth mental health, ages 12-25) Phone: 1800 650 890  Web: headspace.org.au 13YARN (Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander crisis support) Phone: 13 92 76 (13YARN) (24/7) Web: 13yarn.org.au Music by Hayden Smith https://www.haydensmith.com

    1h 15m
  5. PTSD Rehabilitation for Veterans and First Responders. An insightful chat with Jodi Allen.

    FEB 22

    PTSD Rehabilitation for Veterans and First Responders. An insightful chat with Jodi Allen.

    In this rich, wide-ranging conversation, Mark McConville sits down with Jodi Allen— Former member of the RAAF (14 yrs) , clinical nutritionist, trauma-sensitive yoga teacher, and lead facilitator of the 4 Aussie Heroes Foundation's Triumph Over Trauma program. This is a very compelling episode. Jodi's story is extraordinary. She joined the Air Force at 17, suffered a spinal fusion at 24, stayed in service for another decade, and was eventually medically discharged. Now Jodi works on the frontlines of PTSD rehabilitation for veterans and first responders. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: The 4 Aussie Heroes Foundation & Triumph Over Trauma Program An 11-day live-in rehabilitation retreat for veterans and first responders with PTSD. Mark and Jodi have both been involved since day one in 2018. The program's unique partner weekend and 3-month refresh program make it unlike anything else in Australia. The Science of Chronic Stress Why hypervigilance becomes "bone deep" in first responders and veterans. How chronic stress affects cardiovascular health, immune function, and mental wellbeing.  Trauma-Sensitive Yoga What makes yoga "trauma-informed" and why all yoga should be. The power of choice-based practice. Why 12 people on 12 mats can all be doing something different—and that's alright.  Buddy Up Australia & Tactical Nutrition Working with Queensland Police on nutrition programs designed specifically for the unique demands of active service.  The Big Announcement Jodi Allen joins Mark for a 4-part Life Skills Masterclass series starting next week! Based on the WHO's 10 core life skills plus mindfulness and lifestyle medicine, this series will be essential listening. This episode is funny, moving, practical, and deeply human. Don't miss it. If you've enjoyed this episode, please share it with your friends, leave a comment, like, subscribe, all of that sort of stuff For More Info on Jodi Allen: https://www.jodiallennutrition.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodi-allen-944a76138/ https://www.youtube.com/@jodiallenyoga Insta: @jodiallennutrition For More info on the 4 Aussie Heroes Foundation "Triumph Over Trauma" program.  https://4aussieheroes.com.au For more info on BuddyUp Australia: https://buddyupaustralia.org Website: www.thelaughterclinic.com.au Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thelaughterclinicAus "If you or someone you know needs support, please contact one of these Australian mental health services. In an emergency, always call 000." Lifeline Australia Phone: 13 11 14 (24/7) Web: lifeline.org.au Suicide Call Back Service Phone: 1300 659 467 (24/7) Web: suicidecallbackservice.org.au Beyond Blue Phone: 1300 22 4636 (24/7) Web: beyondblue.org.au Kids Helpline (for people aged 5-25) Phone: 1800 55 1800 (24/7) Web: kidshelpline.com.au MensLine Australia Phone: 1300 78 99 78 (24/7) Web: mensline.org.au SANE Australia (complex mental health issues) Phone: 1800 18 7263 Web: sane.org QLife (LGBTIQ+ support) Phone: 1800 184 527  Web: qlife.org.au Open Arms (Veterans & Families Counselling) Phone: 1800 011 046 (24/7) Web: openarms.gov.au 1800RESPECT (sexual assault, domestic violence) Phone: 1800 737 732 (24/7) Web: 1800respect.org.au Headspace (youth mental health, ages 12-25) Phone: 1800 650 890  Web: headspace.org.au 13YARN (Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander crisis support) Phone: 13 92 76 (13YARN) (24/7) Web: 13yarn.org.au Music by Hayden Smith https://www.haydensmith.com

    1h 30m
  6. FEB 9

    "Should You Watch the News? Finding Balance Between Staying Informed and Staying Well"

    Have you ever felt disconnected from a conversation, unable to contribute because you weren't following the news? That's what happened to host Mark McConville at a social gathering with mates, and it sparked a profound question: Is avoiding the news helping or hurting me? In this vulnerable solo episode, Mark explores the complex dilemma we all face: How do we stay informed about the world around us without sacrificing our own mental health? So much news is negative, do we really need it?   Mark examines both sides—the case for staying informed (empathy, civic duty, connection) and the case against constant consumption (anxiety, helplessness, media negativity). Drawing on research about news consumption and mental health, Mark offers practical strategies for finding balance in an age of 24/7 news cycles, social media, and information overload. If you never watch the news OR are feeling overwhelmed by consuming too much of it, this episode is for you. • the empathy and civic case for staying informed • how negative news drives anxiety, stress and helplessness • the role of algorithms, bias and deepfakes in shaping belief • setting a 15‑minute cap and choosing balanced sources • adding credible positive news to counter negativity bias • turning anxiety into action through volunteering or donations • creating news‑free times and digital detox weeks • checking in on mood, sleep and overwhelm as feedback • inviting listener strategies to refine a sustainable news habit Share your thoughts: message via the Laughter Clinic website, comment where you listen, or leave a note on the Laughter Clinic Facebook page. Hit subscribe, share with a friend, and as always, "Be kind to yourself,  and be kind to those around you."  Website: www.thelaughterclinic.com.au Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thelaughterclinicAus "If you or someone you know needs support, please contact one of these Australian mental health services. In an emergency, always call 000." Lifeline Australia Phone: 13 11 14 (24/7) Web: lifeline.org.au Suicide Call Back Service Phone: 1300 659 467 (24/7) Web: suicidecallbackservice.org.au Beyond Blue Phone: 1300 22 4636 (24/7) Web: beyondblue.org.au Kids Helpline (for people aged 5-25) Phone: 1800 55 1800 (24/7) Web: kidshelpline.com.au MensLine Australia Phone: 1300 78 99 78 (24/7) Web: mensline.org.au SANE Australia (complex mental health issues) Phone: 1800 18 7263 Web: sane.org QLife (LGBTIQ+ support) Phone: 1800 184 527  Web: qlife.org.au Open Arms (Veterans & Families Counselling) Phone: 1800 011 046 (24/7) Web: openarms.gov.au 1800RESPECT (sexual assault, domestic violence) Phone: 1800 737 732 (24/7) Web: 1800respect.org.au Headspace (youth mental health, ages 12-25) Phone: 1800 650 890  Web: headspace.org.au 13YARN (Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander crisis support) Phone: 13 92 76 (13YARN) (24/7) Web: 13yarn.org.au Music by Hayden Smith https://www.haydensmith.com

    38 min
  7. Love, Laughter, and Belonging: How One Mentoring Program is Transforming the Lives of At-Risk Youth with John Godwin.

    JAN 30

    Love, Laughter, and Belonging: How One Mentoring Program is Transforming the Lives of At-Risk Youth with John Godwin.

    What if the root cause of disadvantage isn't a lack of money—it's a lack of love? In this deeply moving episode, Mark McConville sits down with John Godwin, founder and CEO of Inspiring Brighter Futures Foundation, to unpack a values-first mentoring model that is changing lives.  John shares the story of how his organisation has grown to over 600 volunteer mentors across Queensland, working with at-risk youth, domestic violence survivors, ex-offenders, and long-term unemployed individuals through their evidence-based Onward and Upward program. • laughter as prevention and treatment for stress and disconnection  • humour rituals to build team trust and safety  • self‑love, belonging, and values as core protective factors  • founder’s journey from teacher to CEO and program architect  • the eight‑session mentoring structure and journalling  • values, role models, and reframing negative thoughts  • outcomes in schools, apprenticeships, and graduation  • mentor selection, training, safeguarding, and debriefs  • limits of mentoring and when to refer to clinicians  • scaling through principals, private support, and local networks  • a ten‑year vision for school‑to‑work pathways To Learn More about Inspiring Brighter Futures Foundation Visit: https://inspiringbrighterfutures.com Follow on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/inspiringbrighterfutures Follow on Instagram:  @InspiringBrighterFutures Website: www.thelaughterclinic.com.au Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thelaughterclinicAus "If you or someone you know needs support, please contact one of these Australian mental health services. In an emergency, always call 000." Lifeline Australia Phone: 13 11 14 (24/7) Web: lifeline.org.au Suicide Call Back Service Phone: 1300 659 467 (24/7) Web: suicidecallbackservice.org.au Beyond Blue Phone: 1300 22 4636 (24/7) Web: beyondblue.org.au Kids Helpline (for people aged 5-25) Phone: 1800 55 1800 (24/7) Web: kidshelpline.com.au MensLine Australia Phone: 1300 78 99 78 (24/7) Web: mensline.org.au SANE Australia (complex mental health issues) Phone: 1800 18 7263 Web: sane.org QLife (LGBTIQ+ support) Phone: 1800 184 527  Web: qlife.org.au Open Arms (Veterans & Families Counselling) Phone: 1800 011 046 (24/7) Web: openarms.gov.au 1800RESPECT (sexual assault, domestic violence) Phone: 1800 737 732 (24/7) Web: 1800respect.org.au Headspace (youth mental health, ages 12-25) Phone: 1800 650 890  Web: headspace.org.au 13YARN (Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander crisis support) Phone: 13 92 76 (13YARN) (24/7) Web: 13yarn.org.au Music by Hayden Smith https://www.haydensmith.com

    1h 34m
  8. Hope, Humour, and Evidence-Based Suicide Prevention with special guest Associate Professor Jacinta Hawgood.

    JAN 21

    Hope, Humour, and Evidence-Based Suicide Prevention with special guest Associate Professor Jacinta Hawgood.

    In one of the most significant episodes in The Laughter Clinic Podcast's short history, host Mark McConville welcomes his mentor, Associate Professor Jacinta Hawgood (AISRAP, Griffith University), for an intimate and wide-ranging discussion about suicide prevention, research, and the integration of lived experience into clinical practice. This powerful conversation explores the evolution of suicide prevention. Topics include: the STARS needs-based assessment protocol, integrating lived experience with clinical practice, Mates in Construction's peer-led model, debunking suicide myths, supporting the suicide prevention workforce, and why humour and hope belong in this space. Content warning: discusses suicide throughout. • the power of laughter and connection for wellbeing • validating distress and why asking about suicide helps • debunking myths about attention-seeking and “planting ideas” • Jacinta’s path into suicidology and AISRAP’s evolution • postgraduate education in suicidology and sector skills • lived experience integrating with clinical practice • STARS P needs-based assessment and collaborative safety planning • STARS Young Persons co-design and youth risk • universal, selected, indicated prevention explained • community engagement, cost barriers, and belonging • ripple effects of suicide and proactive postvention • Mates in Construction’s peer model and workplace programs • sustaining the workforce, supervision, and self-care • safe storytelling and advice for new advocates To follow Jacinta's work: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacinta-hawgood-3539a617/ To learn more about AISRAP: https://www.griffith.edu.au/griffith-health/australian-institute-suicide-research-prevention To learn more about the STARS Protocol: https://www.griffith.edu.au/griffith-health/australian-institute-suicide-research-prevention/systematic-tailored-assessment-for-responding-to-suicidality To learn more about Mates In Construction:  https://mates.org.au Website: www.thelaughterclinic.com.au Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thelaughterclinicAus "If you or someone you know needs support, please contact one of these Australian mental health services. In an emergency, always call 000." Lifeline Australia Phone: 13 11 14 (24/7) Web: lifeline.org.au Suicide Call Back Service Phone: 1300 659 467 (24/7) Web: suicidecallbackservice.org.au Beyond Blue Phone: 1300 22 4636 (24/7) Web: beyondblue.org.au Kids Helpline (for people aged 5-25) Phone: 1800 55 1800 (24/7) Web: kidshelpline.com.au MensLine Australia Phone: 1300 78 99 78 (24/7) Web: mensline.org.au SANE Australia (complex mental health issues) Phone: 1800 18 7263 Web: sane.org QLife (LGBTIQ+ support) Phone: 1800 184 527  Web: qlife.org.au Open Arms (Veterans & Families Counselling) Phone: 1800 011 046 (24/7) Web: openarms.gov.au 1800RESPECT (sexual assault, domestic violence) Phone: 1800 737 732 (24/7) Web: 1800respect.org.au Headspace (youth mental health, ages 12-25) Phone: 1800 650 890  Web: headspace.org.au 13YARN (Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander crisis support) Phone: 13 92 76 (13YARN) (24/7) Web: 13yarn.org.au Music by Hayden Smith https://www.haydensmith.com

    1h 24m

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The Laughter Clinic Podcast brings a refreshingly different approach to mental health education. Your host Mark McConville, is an Australian professional Comedian of 25+ years who also has a Masters Degree In Suicidology from Griffith University. Mark delivers you evidence-based self-care strategies, curated research insights, and meaningful conversations that inspire, educate and entertain.