🎙️ Podcast 008 – Stigma & Mental Health in Music

Hosts: Stuart (aka @psychosis0161) & Katie Neall
Special Guest: Amey St Cyr

When we talk about music, we often celebrate the creativity, the energy and the connection it brings. But behind the spotlight, many musicians carry invisible struggles. Mental health challenges are still surrounded by stigma, misunderstandings, silence and judgement that can weigh heavier than the music itself.

In this episode, we're diving into how stigma shapes the lives of artists and how it impacts their careers, and why breaking the silence matters not just for musicians, but for all of us.

Katie and Stuart are joined by Amey St Cyr, a dynamic artist, presenter, and creative mentor whose work champions empowerment, authenticity, and expression. Drawing on her lived experience across music, media, and advocacy, Amey brings honesty, insight, and warmth to the conversation.

A powerful discussion about creativity, confidence, recovery, and community through music. 💚🎶

🎙️ Hosts: Stuart (aka Psychosis 0161) & Katie Neall

🌟 Special Guest: Sybil Adelaja

In today's episode we're diving into the topic of sleep hygiene – what it is, why it matters, and how music can play a surprising role in helping us wind down, relax and get better rest. Whether you're struggling with insomnia or just lookingto improve your nightly routine we’ll share insights tips and sounds that support healthier sleep and a calmer mind. So, grab your headphones, get cosy, and let's tune in to the rhythms of rest.

✨ Brought to you by Key Changes (⁠⁠https://keychanges.org.uk/⁠) - promoting positive mental health through music in hospitals and thecommunity.

🎙️ Hosts: Stuart (aka Psychosis 0161) & Katie

🌟 Special Guest: Terror Telboy

In this episode of The Music and Mental Health Podcast, we discuss dealing with being a perfectionist.

Perfectionism might sound like a badge of honour. But for many creatives it’s a silent killer of momentum, confidence and joy. This episode we’re unpacking how the pressure to get it right can paralyse progress fuel self-doubt and drain the soul of music making. Whether it’s obsessing over a vocal take, re-writing the same verse for weeks or never releasing your work at all, perfectionism can keep us stuck.

✨ Brought to you by Key Changes (⁠https://keychanges.org.uk/⁠) , promoting Positive Mental Health Through Music in hospitals and the community.