Head Above The Clouds
31 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago -Head Above The Clouds Podcast welcomes a range exciting guests having open and honest conversations about mental health.
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Picture This
May 30, 2024 10:46 - 29 minutes - 33.6 MBYears before, Picture This band member Jimmy never would've thought that conversations with bandmate Ryan as he drove him home in his car would turn into a fourth studio album, aptly named Parked Car Conversations, transforming the chats into an emotional 16-track ride on the album. Since then, the band have gone on to gain a hugely dedicated fanbase, an ever-growing bond between them, and have played shows all around the country, Having released their new album parked Car Conversations...
Paul Russell
May 17, 2024 08:42 - 44 minutes - 50.6 MBEp.30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sam Fischer
February 09, 2024 21:04 - 43 minutes - 49.7 MBWith over a billion streams, collaborations with artists including Demi Lovato and Meghan Trainor, Sam Fischer is a force to be reckoned with. I meet up with sam in London in the run up to his debut album to talk all things music, mental health and everything in between. Take a moment and settle in as This is the community of head above the clouds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tom Speight
February 09, 2024 16:42 - 50 minutes - 559 MBWith his music career in bloom with the recent release of his second album Love & Light, Tom Speight is spreading awareness, dispelling stigmas and supporting others going through things similar experiences with Crohns. Post shoot for his Issue 13 cover we get comfortable and candid about his life, health and how he continues to be a beacon of hope for so many. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
James McVey
October 13, 2023 10:00 - 42 minutes - 468 MBDeep in thought, James McVey sit’s opposite Editor-in-Chief Alice Gee as they record an episode of HATC podcast post shoot. In a studio in East London James gets candid about why now is the right time to focus on solo endeavours. After ten hugely successful years with The Vamps with many more to come, James feels a sense of stability as he reflects upon his personal experiences from the past couple of years, from getting married to mental health episodes and everything in between James opens...
Barth Rougier
September 18, 2023 12:00 - 48 minutes - 486 MB26 year old entrepreneur Barth Rougier is no stranger to progression and personal growth, both in his personal and business life. Having started and nurtured multiple business ventures over the past 8 years, his success although it might appear overnight is one that has taken time, dedication and passion. As he takes a birds eye view of what truly is behind his success, Barth, opens up about what it has taken to see the progression he’s come experience, how his mental health has played a part...
The Unheard Tapes: Idina Menzel
August 29, 2023 10:50 - 26 minutes - 264 MBThe queen of Broadway has arrived! For Issue 12 I had the opportunity to sit down with Idina Menzel and talk all things, music, theatre, how she manages her anxiety as she’s found fame, the communities that lie at the heart of everything she does and of course her new album, Drama Queen. The Tony Award winning, multi platinum selling singer songwriter has been at the heart of many cultural moments that I still hold close to my heart, from Wicked and Defying Gravity to being a cultural icon....
LP
July 20, 2023 10:11 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBWith more than 2.4 million streams a day on YouTube, you could say LP’s fan base are dedicated. Having written hits for some of the music industries very best, LP has themself one hell of a reputation when it comes to musical success and creativity. As they approached the launch of a new album Love Lines I joined them in Londons Kingscross to talk about their personal experiences with mental health, confidence and learning to standing their ground. So take a moment, and come with us to the wo...
McFly
June 30, 2023 16:08 - 52 minutes - 47.7 MBFor this episode I’m joined by Dougie, Danny, and Harry from McFly. With Tom a little under the weather I join them at their London studio to talk about their 20th anniversary, which is crazy to even think. I catch up with the boys on their new album 'Power To Play', life as it is now and a trip down memory lane. Buckle up for stories on their first home, supporting one another on tour and everything in between. Subscribe and follow us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...
HATC Magazine Unheard Tapes: Naomi Schiff
June 09, 2023 11:37 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBThe Unheard Tapes throw back to our Issue cover story with the one and only Naomi Schiff from Issue 11. I’ve been a fan of Naomi’s for quite some time. Personally racing lights up my life especially Sunday afternoons so to chat with Naomi about her racing journey and success is a pinnacle moment. For me Naomi has always been an unapologetic woman powerhouse, paving the way for others in an often dominated male and under represented world of racing. Naomi opens up about her definition of winn...
HATC Magazine Unheard Tapes: Busted
May 25, 2023 09:53 - 34 minutes - 31.1 MBFor this weeks episode of The Unheard Tapes we revisit our Issue 11 interview with Busted. As I take a stroll down memory with one of my childhood favourite bands, I mean what’s culture without a little nostalgia, I get to celebrate their 20th anniversary from their formation to worldwide success. So get comfy and enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Unheard Tapes: Gabrielle Aplin
May 15, 2023 13:10 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBThis week we’ve come full circle with our HATC Magazine Unheard Tapes guest. For Issue 10 we got the chance to welcome back the one and only Gabrielle Aplin. For those who don’t know, Gabrielle featured as one of our very first covers us first for Issue 2 back in December 2020. To have her back for Issue 10 was an absolute privilege. Following on from our conversation two years prior, Gabrielle let’s me on how she is following her diagnosis of ADHD that she so candidly spoke with me about in...
Sophia Hadjipanteli
March 22, 2023 16:16 - 1 hour - 672 MBFor this weeks podcast I sit down with the incredibly beautiful and talented Sophia Hadjipanteli. Sophia takes the time to speak to me about finding confidence in both the fashion industry and her own life. Having modelled for brands including Guess, Chanel and Fenty, Sophia is the epitome of self love, body positivity and taking everyday in her stride. Sophia speaks about the love that lead her to the uk, before finding her feet and making her own destiny . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...
Josie Man
February 27, 2023 19:57 - 39 minutes - 403 MBSay hello to alt pop phenomenon Josie Man the incredibly talented musician making waves for her powerful and candid lyrical content. Josie joins me to chat about her most recent EP and mental health. It’s a topic of Confidence throughout with Josie letting me in on what brings her joy, how she’s found her feet in an ever competitive environment. Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Maria Schonfeld
February 21, 2023 11:25 - 50 minutes - 510 MBMaria Schonfeld, musician, originating employee of Headspace and an all well rounded individual. We sit down and have an incredibly open conversation about the pressures that arise alongside mental health and disability, finding your voice and really taking time to focus on the things that matter whether you believe they are big or small. TW conversation of suicide Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Charli Howard
January 24, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 62.8 MBEntrepreneur, writer, and model Charli Howard joins me this week on the HATC podcast. We talk about the challenges that can present those struggling with eating disorders, how Charli is inspiring women to embrace their bodies and how creating Squish gave her a new lease of life. Content warning: This episode features conversations/topics surrounding mental health, depression, and disordered eating. Follow Charli below: Instagram Twitter 'Misfit' By Charli Howard Hosted on Acast. See ...
New Rules
December 17, 2022 22:36 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBFor this HATC episode I’m joined by English-Irish trio New Rules. Formed in 2019, their self titled debut EP was met with a wave of support and new fans, with the band having embarked on multiple supporting tours for artists including Little Mix. We get together to chat everything New Rules, mental health, their upcoming shows and new music being on the horizon. Follow more news follow New Rules online below: Instagram: @NewRules Subscribe to HATC Podcast to get all the latest news and po...
HATC Magazine Unheard Tapes: Noah Cyrus
December 16, 2022 12:08 - 25 minutes - 262 MBAlongside HATC Podcast we see the release of a new podcast capsule alongside: HATC Magazines The Unheard tapes. Working hand in hand with the guests featured in HATC Magazine we will be giving you insight and exclusive access into to the original interviews behind the issues of HATC magazine. So if you find yourself curious about the real conversations behind each and every interview and the stories behind the most incredible guests, then you’re in the right place. So take a moment, settle i...
Chris Mears
December 12, 2022 15:41 - 1 hour - 781 MBFor our first episode back we are joined by Chris Mears MBE, Olympic Gold Medalist, DJ and Producer. No stranger to success Chris (Mearsy) sits down to talk to me about how achieving his dream nearly cost him his life, how he found his passion for music and the notion of finding inner peace. Take a moment and settle in as This is the community of head above the clouds Content warning: This episode features conversations/topics surrounding mental health and suicide. Chris: Instagram: ht...
Michelle Elman
October 12, 2021 10:15 - 47 minutes - 54.2 MBOne more for the road! With a new season incoming we thought we'd treat you to an extra podcast for season 1. Michelle is an accredited body confidence coach and award-winning body-positive activist and author. We caught up with Michelle Elman as Lockdown started to ease to talk all about her new book 'The Joy of Being Selfish' and how implemented much-needed boundaries can change your life for the better. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Colour Breathing
December 31, 2020 15:00 - 3 minutes - 3.15 MBOur fifth grounding episode colour breathing will be focusing on how to control anxiety using the breath. This week will be using the idea of colour to help focus our thoughts and reduce anxiety. The technique 'colour breathing' helps you develop a healthier relationship with anxiety by matching a variety of colours to the breath. This focuses your mind on the breath whilst helping you feel that you are releasing tension, making dissociation less likely. It's a simple concept which can have...
Mick Waters
December 30, 2020 19:58 - 41 minutes - 47.2 MBWe hope you had a wonderful holiday/Christmas period, albeit a slightly different one with COVID-19. This week we are joined by Mick Waters the previous Director of Curriculum at The Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA). Mick has a wealth of experience and expertise when it comes education and how we should educating the next generation. We talk the importance of pastoral care, balance and importance of exams and how we need to improve the curriculum for children and their mental h...
Relaxing Safe Space
December 21, 2020 15:30 - 4 minutes - 3.73 MBIt's week four of our grounding episodes! This time we are going to be grounding ourselves using a technique that will help you imagine a safe place. This safe place that we will create, will in essence be somewhere new or somewhere you don't regularly physically visit. This means that it will be safe from memories and it will be a place you can visit at any time. So find yourself a quiet environment and come and join us to find your relaxing safe place. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...
Steven Caulker
December 21, 2020 13:20 - 43 minutes - 49.5 MBWelcome Back to Head Above The Clouds! This week we are joined by international footballer Steven Caulker. Steven started his professional career at Tottenham Hotspur in 2009 and has since played for Swansea, Queens Park Rangers and our Jades club Liverpool before joining the Turkish Super Lig in 2018. We got to have a frank and honest talk about his past issues with addiction and gambling, his desire to help people get out of these challenging situations and how mental illness is treated ...
Mindful Body Scan
November 30, 2020 11:15 - 4 minutes - 4.52 MBThis week our second grounding episode will be focusing on grounding ourselves using self soothing techniques. Welcome to week three of our grounding exercises. This week we are focusing on grounding yourself using a well known technique called a 'body scan'. We will be learning to ground ourselves by focusing on the body and what we are feeling in each region. It may sound an odd practice checking in with parts of your body as you may think there is no being or feeling in those areas but ...
JONES
November 30, 2020 11:02 - 39 minutes - 44.9 MBWelcome Back to Head Above The Clouds! This week we are joined by East London based singer-songwriter JONES. Her super soulful voice was first discovered throughout her critically acclaimed debut album ‘New Skin’ which has amassed over 20 million streams and found fans in Sam Smith and Jools Holland.Her latest single "Camera Flash" is out now which you can listen to here: https://spoti.fi/36jDf3u We got to chat to her about how she life hacked her way into the Music Industry, her life l...
Soothing Self Talk
November 23, 2020 12:10 - 4 minutes - 3.79 MBThis week our second grounding episode will be focusing on grounding ourselves using self soothing techniques. The episode is specifically aimed to help you take a moment and to feel present. We will be practicing soothing self talk that you'll be able to do no matter where you are, either out loud or to yourself. At times when the your world feels like it's imploding, as silly as it may sound, sometimes all it takes is a moment of reassurance telling yourself you are and will be ok. In thi...
Fickle Friends Natti Shiner
November 23, 2020 12:00 - 28 minutes - 32.7 MBWelcome back to our second episode with this weeks guest Natti Shiner, lead singer and songwriter of Fickle Friends. Over the past 6 years Fickle Friends have dominated the Indie charts with their hits Swim, Glue and Pretty Great. The group have been no strangers to top festivals including Reading and Leeds, and Latitude. This week we speak about what's in store for Fickle Friends post covid, Natti's mental health journey and the effects the pandemic has had on the music industry. You can ...
The Basics Of Grounding
November 16, 2020 15:05 - 6 minutes - 6.38 MBWelcome to our very first grounding episode where we will focus on grounding ourselves for a bit of tranquility taking you away from the stresses of day to day life. Sometime when you find yourself beginning to feel anxious, you aren't always in a space or time where you can take out 20 minutes to ground yourself or meditate. We don't know about you, but we've struggled to find many exercises that are short enough to fit in between daily routines or spaces. We've definitely been in for exa...
Tom Allen
November 16, 2020 15:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBFor our very first episode we are joined by the one and only comedy legend Tom Allen. With appearances on Live At The Apollo, The Last Leg and Mock The Week, Tom is well know as a household comedy name. In the episode we got the chance to sit down with Tom talking everything from his childhood anxieties to his new book 'No Shame'. You can follow Tom over on his socials: Twitter: @Tomallencomedy Instagram: @Tomindeed 'No Shame' is out now and available to purchase on Amazon using the link...
Introduction to Head Above The Clouds
November 14, 2020 23:07 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBWelcome to Head Above The Clouds, Episode 1 with Founder Alice Gee and Director Jade Poultney. Episode 1 introduces you to who we are, how we began and all that we do. Recorded before the first pandemic we look back at the past few years, our mental health and all we were looking forward to. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.