The YODPOD

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Welcome to the YODPOD – where we dive into honest, thought-provoking conversations with wellbeing experts, professional athletes, industry leads and healthcare professionals.  Hosted by Tom Mitchell, former England Rugby 7s Captain and Olympic Silver Medallist, the YODPOD offers practical, actionable insights into the world of mental health and wellbeing — designed to inspire change and normalise the mental health conversation across healthcare. Each episode provides more than just a toolkit, it inspires thought provoking conversations, challenges the status quo and broadens our perspective on how, as healthcare professionals, we live our lives and what it truly means to thrive.  You Okay, Doc? is a charity supporting healthcare professionals' mental health and wellbeing. Please check out our website www.youokaydoc.org.uk and our social media page to find out more and stay up to date with us.   Thank you for listening, please be friend to the charity, subscribe and join our mailing list for up-to-date news on our offerings and how you can get involved. 

  1. Navigating career change: from doctor to founder & professional athlete with Dr Luke Treharne

    OCT 16

    Navigating career change: from doctor to founder & professional athlete with Dr Luke Treharne

    Dr Luke Treharne is both a medical doctor and professional rugby player, best known as the captain of the Wales Rugby Sevens team. Balancing life on and off the pitch, Luke has represented Wales and Team GB around the world — including at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games — while also training and working within the NHS. Passionate about the intersection of performance, mental health, and medicine, Luke speaks openly about the pressures of elite sport and clinical life, offering a unique perspective on resilience, leadership, and wellbeing. The topics covered in this podcast include:  🏉 Dual Identity: How Luke balances life as both a doctor and international rugby sevens captain, and what he’s learned from living between two high-pressure worlds.🧠 Resilience & Mindset: Lessons from elite performance environments — handling pressure, failure, and self-doubt.🏥 Medicine Meets Sport: The crossover between teamwork in medicine and rugby, and how both demand communication, trust, and calm under stress.💬 Mental Health in Sport: Luke’s reflections on mental wellbeing, burnout, and identity beyond the jersey or job title.🚀 Purpose & Leadership: How Luke defines success, purpose, and leadership, and what drives him both on the field and in clinical practice.🎙️This episode was presented by You Okay, Doc? Patron, Former England Rugby 7's Captain and Silver medalist Olympian Tom Mitchell.  💜 A big thank you to our sponsor, Pastest for supporting this episode. 👉 Don’t forget to download, rate, subscribe, and share to spread the word and support those who take care of us.

    40 min
  2. Redefining Work-Life Balance in Medicine - with Dr Kiran Bains.

    OCT 9

    Redefining Work-Life Balance in Medicine - with Dr Kiran Bains.

    In the episode, Dr Kiran Bains joins Tom Mitchell in a rich conversation on redefining work-life balance, protecting your mental health as a doctor and building a sustainable and fulfilling career in medicine. Tom and Kiran navigate an expanse of insights  based upon real life experiences, into making tangible changes to your working life so you can create the work-life balance you desire.  Kiran talks candidly about her diagnosis of OCD and her multifaceted career - spanning across medical education, practicing as a paediatric speciality doctor and mental health advocacy, particularly for women and mothers in healthcare.  Key topics include:  Courageous change Benefits of your sharing your worries Your identity as a human & as a doctorYour value beyond your profession.  Dr Kiran Bains is a Paediatric Specialty Doctor and the MRCPCH Programme Director at Pastest, where she leads the development of innovative learning resources that support paediatric trainees across the globe. A University of Nottingham graduate with a Master’s in Medical Education, Kiran is passionate about improving access to high-quality medical training and fostering supportive learning environments. Her work bridges clinical practice and education, empowering the next generation of doctors to thrive both professionally and personally. Beyond her academic and clinical roles, Kiran is a strong advocate for mental health awareness and wellbeing in medicine, particularly for women and mothers in healthcare. She speaks openly about the realities of balancing medical careers with personal wellbeing, encouraging healthcare professionals to seek support and challenge the stigma surrounding mental health. Thoughtful, grounded, and inspiring, Dr Kiran Bains brings a powerful perspective to conversations about resilience, identity, and compassion in modern medicine. 🎙️This episode was presented by You Okay, Doc? Patron, Former England Rugby 7's Captain and Silver medalist Olympian Tom Mitchell.  💜 A big thank you to our sponsor, Pastest for supporting this episode. 👉 Don’t forget to download, rate, subscribe, and share to spread the word and support those who take care of us.

    44 min
  3. Kate Beed — Remembering Liz: Suicide, Grief & Duty to Care.

    OCT 2

    Kate Beed — Remembering Liz: Suicide, Grief & Duty to Care.

    Trigger warning — Suicide & Miscarriage This episode discusses suicide, miscarriage, grief and trauma. Please take care while listening. In this one-off special for Suicide Awareness Month, we bring the much-missed Liz Sizer back into the room. Tom Mitchell is joined by Kate Beed, Liz’s sister, for a candid, moving conversation about Liz’s life, career and the circumstances that led to her tragic death by suicide in 2016. Kate and Tom trace Liz’s story from her physical presence and determination — a 6ft-1 anaesthetic trainee who moved into a male-dominated specialty and later became a consultant at King’s — to the pressures and hidden traumas that accompanied life as a doctor. They reflect on how doctors face repeated exposure to distressing events, how desensitisation can become a coping mechanism, and how that coping, left unsupported, can become dangerously isolating. Kate speaks openly about her work with Mind following Liz’s death and shares practical guidance on recognising emotional pain in colleagues — what to look out for, how to ask the right questions, and how to offer support. The conversation also touches on miscarriage, grief, generational shifts in how mental health is handled, and the tension between the drive to appear resilient and the real need for headspace and sustainable support. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of professional pressures, personal trauma, and the consequences of not having the right structures in place to care for those who care for others. It’s a respectful tribute to Liz and a call to action for better duty of care in healthcare. What we discuss / Key themes Liz Sizer’s life, career and legacyThe pressures of working in medicine: burnout, trauma exposure and desensitisationMiscarriage, grief and their impact on mental healthHow to spot if a colleague is in emotional pain and what to do nextThe experience of grieving a colleague and surviving unanswered questions after suicideIf this episode affects you — support & resources (UK) If you are in immediate danger or feel you may harm yourself, call 999. Samaritans: 116 123 (anytime) — samaritans.orgMind: mind.org.ukNHS mental health services: nhs.uk/mental-health If you’re outside the UK, please consult your local emergency services and mental health organisations. About Kate Beed After a successful career spanning over 20 years in central government delivering diversity and inclusion programmes as well as large scale change programmes, Kate experienced the trauma of losing her sister, Dr Liz Sizer, to suicide.  They were close in a way that sisters often are sharing special memories and fun times.  Kate was completely devasted by Liz’s suicide. Kate’s need to know more about how Liz got into such a dark place, led her to join Cambridgeshire Peterborough and South Lincolnshire Mind to develop a suicide mitigation training programme for GPs and other primary care staff.   The programme was recognised nationally when it was awarded a ‘This Can Happen’ award in 2020  for the Best Mental Health Initiative in the Workplace.   Kate was instrumental in influencing system-wide thinking across both primary and secondary care in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, as well as working hard to engage the wider community to raise awareness of suicide. 🎙️This episode was presented by You Okay, Doc? Patron, Former England Rugby 7's Captain and Silver medalist Olympian Tom Mitchell.  💜 A big thank you to our sponsor, Pastest for supporting this episode. 👉 Don’t forget to download, rate, subscribe, and share to spread the word and support those who take care of us.

    50 min
  4. Dr Natasha Binnie - Breaking the Mental Health Stigma In Healthcare.

    SEP 25

    Dr Natasha Binnie - Breaking the Mental Health Stigma In Healthcare.

    Dr Natasha Binnie is no stranger to the You Okay, Doc? community. In 2024, she completed the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge with us, and today she serves as a valued trustee of the charity. Tash is also a major voice in the mental health advocacy sphere, bringing a unique blend of personal experience, professional insight, and leadership to the conversation. In this episode, host Tom Mitchell sits down with Natasha to explore the realities of mental health in medicine. Together, they navigate a wide range of topics, from identity and resilience to the stigma that still surrounds mental health in the medical world. Tash speaks candidly about her own struggles with mental health during medical school and the importance of seeking support through appropriate avenues. Her openness shines a light on the barriers many young doctors face and the urgent need for cultural change in healthcare. Beyond her personal journey, Natasha’s achievements are remarkable. She is an award-winning Foundation Year doctor with a keen interest in a career in Psychiatry. In 2023, she received the prestigious Diana Award for her work as co-founder of Future Frontline, a community interest company that inspires and supports both current and future healthcare professionals. Her influence extends beyond the wards: Natasha has been featured in The Times for her positive impact on social media, where she shares insight and encouragement with her community of over 60,000 followers on @tashbinnie. 🎙️This episode was presented by You Okay, Doc? Patron, Former England Rugby 7's Captain and Silver medalist Olympian Tom Mitchell.  💜 A big thank you to our sponsor, Pastest for supporting this episode. 👉 Don’t forget to download, rate, subscribe, and share to spread the word and support those who take care of us.

    53 min
  5. Manley Hopkinson — Leading with Compassion in Extreme Environments.

    SEP 18

    Manley Hopkinson — Leading with Compassion in Extreme Environments.

    We're joined by the infamous Manley Hopkinson. Manley needs no introduction, he's an adventurer, explorer, yachtsman - having circumnavigated the world, faced polar bears on artic expeditions, raced to the North Pole and is a You Okay, Doc? Patron. Tom and Manley from the start enter a conversation packed with pearls of wisdom from managing failure to tips on treating yourself with compassion, this episode is brimming with information. You'll be hanging onto their every word as Tom and Manley effortless navigate the life philosophies of purpose, courage and humanity to live an aligned life.  Manley Hopkinson is a polar explorer, round-the-world yachtsman, and former naval officer who has built his life around the lessons of leading under extreme pressure. He captained teams through the BT Global Challenge yacht race and the Arctic Ocean Race, later applying those hard-won insights into leadership roles in business, the military, and humanitarian projects. Today, Manley is recognised internationally as a thought leader in Compassionate Leadership — a philosophy that blends courage, resilience, and humanity to help people and organisations thrive. He is the founder of the Compassionate Leadership Academy, an acclaimed keynote speaker, and author of Compassionate Leadership: Sustaining Human Flourishing. Manley’s mission is simple but profound: to show that compassion is not weakness, but the most powerful form of leadership in the face of adversity. 🎙️This episode was presented by You Okay, Doc? Patron, Former England Rugby 7's Captain and Silver medalist Olympian Tom Mitchell.  💜 A big thank you to our sponsor, Pastest for supporting this episode. 👉 Please download, rate, subscribe, and share to spread the word and support those who take care of us.

    46 min
  6. Dr Jo Larkin — Lessons Learnt From Sports Medicine

    SEP 11

    Dr Jo Larkin — Lessons Learnt From Sports Medicine

    Dr Jo Larkin is a Consultant in Sport and Exercise Medicine and works as the Global Medical Director for Sale GP, an international Grand Prix of F50 racing.  Previously Jo was the Chief Medical Officer for the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) and for 8 years worked with the England Rugby team. During her time with England Rugby, Jo travelled to Rio as the team physician for the men's and women's GB rugby 7s squad, with the men (including your Host Tom Mitchell) successfully winning a silver medal!   In this episode, Tom & Jo explore life lessons learnt from medical training - from facing tragedies and managing death at a young age, to the resilience these experiences demand of doctors. Jo also shares her lessons from working in elite sport, from the importance and power of human connection, especially in times of difficulty to learning how to be comfortable with being uncomfortable.  🎙️This episode was presented by You Okay, Doc? Patron, Former England Rugby 7's Captain and Silver medalist Olympian Tom Mitchell.  💜 A big thank you to our sponsor, Pastest for supporting this episode. 👉 Don’t forget to download, rate, subscribe, and share to spread the word and support those who take care of us.

    51 min
  7. Climbing Mt Toubkal, North Africa's Highest Peak - Disconnecting to Connect.

    SEP 4

    Climbing Mt Toubkal, North Africa's Highest Peak - Disconnecting to Connect.

    We’re kicking off Season 6 with a cracker. Our resident host — Patron of You Okay, Doc?, former England Rugby 7s Captain and Olympic Silver Medallist Tom Mitchell — is back at the mic! Joining Tom are members of the 2025 Mt Toubkal Team, who earlier this year braved –20°C conditions to summit the highest peak in North Africa at 4,167m (13,670ft), all to raise awareness and vital funds for You Okay, Doc?. Our guests: Darren Lunz – Chair of Trustees, You Okay, Doc?Dr Elle Todd – Founder of The Clinical Shift, entrepreneur & portfolio doctorLt Col Ben Caesar – You Okay, Doc? Ambassador, Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgeon, Member of the  British Army.Dr Dan Gearon – Founder of You Okay, Doc?Together they share the challenges, obstacles, highs and lows of mountain climbing — and reflect on the importance of disconnecting to reconnect, of collective resilience, and the metaphorical power of climbing together. Expect crampons, crazy stories, and reflections on why hiking can be one of the most magical healers. 🌄 💜 A big thank you to our sponsor, Pastest for supporting this episode. 👉 Don’t forget to download, rate, subscribe, and share to spread the word and support those who take care of us.

    48 min
  8. Dr Dan Gearon & Chris Cherry - The You Okay, Doc? Founders Story.

    09/07/2023

    Dr Dan Gearon & Chris Cherry - The You Okay, Doc? Founders Story.

    In the season 6 finale we are joined by our co-founders Dr Daniel Gearon and Chris Cherry. They are two individuals that have been with You Okay, Doc? from the beginning. This fascinating episode gives a snapshot on how YOD was started, including the very first crowd funder - a tough mudder! This is a behind the scenes episode and gives a candid view on the working relationship between Chris  and Dan, which at the very core is why YOD is a success.   Dr Daniel Gearon is a surgical trainee, NHS clinical entrepreneur and recently has completed his Masters with the Judge Business School at Cambridge University.  He is enrolled on the Cambridge Social Ventures programme, an incubator for social enterprises, and recently completed the Accelerate Programme at Cambridge.   Daniel's wealth of knowledge he has accumulated over the last 4 years are fascinating to listen to in this episode. Chris Cherry is a UKCP psychotherapist and a leader in his field. He is a season professional with over 30 years experience to his name. Having founded multiple organisations including the Men's group in the 90's Chris' therapy experience and insights are endless and make for a great listen.   This episode was presented by You Okay, Doc? Patron, Former England Rugby 7's Captain and Silver medalist Olympian Tom Mitchell.  Please Download Rate, Subscribe and Share with your friends!

    43 min
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Welcome to the YODPOD – where we dive into honest, thought-provoking conversations with wellbeing experts, professional athletes, industry leads and healthcare professionals.  Hosted by Tom Mitchell, former England Rugby 7s Captain and Olympic Silver Medallist, the YODPOD offers practical, actionable insights into the world of mental health and wellbeing — designed to inspire change and normalise the mental health conversation across healthcare. Each episode provides more than just a toolkit, it inspires thought provoking conversations, challenges the status quo and broadens our perspective on how, as healthcare professionals, we live our lives and what it truly means to thrive.  You Okay, Doc? is a charity supporting healthcare professionals' mental health and wellbeing. Please check out our website www.youokaydoc.org.uk and our social media page to find out more and stay up to date with us.   Thank you for listening, please be friend to the charity, subscribe and join our mailing list for up-to-date news on our offerings and how you can get involved. 

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  • Creator
    You Okay, Doc?
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    58
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