On this episode of One Set of Footprints, Amy from Luna's Fund shares her personal journey from losing her daughter Luna to founding a charity that offers practical support for families after baby loss.

Luna's Fund provides relaxing getaways, food shop deliveries, nursery redecoration, private scans for pregnancy after loss, and growing support for dads — all rooted in community, compassion and hope.

Amy discusses burnout, advocacy for better bereavement care, the vision for a dedicated Luna's Lodge, and a message of hope: the pain will change and healing is possible.

Ryan shares his powerful journey from losing his stepfather at 15 to struggling with anxiety and depression, and how Andy's Man Club gave him connection, confidence, and purpose. He describes the comfort of online meetings, the support of facilitators and peers, and how speaking up transformed his mental health.

This episode highlights the importance of brotherhood, destigmatizing men’s mental health, and the message that "it's okay to talk." Ryan also discusses his role as a facilitator, coping strategies like gaming and community activities, and hopes to expand support in Sheffield.

Martin shares his journey from childhood abuse and years of silence to finding hope, family and purpose. After crises with substance use, health struggles and a near-breakdown, a compassionate police officer and Andy’s Man’s Club helped him open up, heal, and become a facilitator supporting others.

This episode explores trauma, recovery, and the power of speaking out — a reminder that asking for help is strength and no one has to suffer alone.

Silence has a heart beat Talking keeps it alive

Welcome to today’s episode exploring Andy’s Man’s Club, a grassroots movement creating safe, non-judgmental peer-to-peer support for men’s mental health across the UK.

Host and facilitator Mike discuss how weekly groups work, the rules and training that keep spaces safe, and the powerful impact of listening, honesty and community on members’ recovery.

This episode highlights personal stories of resilience, the role of grassroots action in filling gaps in mainstream care, and the simple but vital message: it’s okay to talk.

This episode features Chris Slater, a lead facilitator for the Romford Andy’s Man Club, sharing his personal journey through grief, depression, and recovery after joining the charity.

Chris explains how online and face-to-face sessions work, what new attendees can expect, and the practical support and community that help men open up and find hope.

On World Mental Health Day the host shares alarming Mind statistics showing sharp rises in self-harm and suicidal thoughts, especially among men, and describes personal experiences with loss and depression.

He highlights local and online men’s support groups (Man Down, Every Man Matters, Analyser Man’s Club), explains how peer support helped him become a facilitator, and previews upcoming guests and live episodes while urging listeners to seek help and follow the podcast.

In this episode, host reconnects with listeners and interviews Kirstie, who shares her personal journey through prenatal and postnatal depression and how Mind charities provided crucial support. Kirstie explains why she is running the London Marathon to raise funds and awareness, outlines her fundraising plans, and discusses the mental health services Mind offers.

Tune in to hear Kirstie’s story, learn about practical ways to support her fundraiser, and get insight into local and national mental health resources.

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