Under the Surface

S3E5 - Podcaster and content creator JaackMaate opens up on his battles with health anxiety and OCD

December 06, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 43.9 MB

For the latest release, host Smithy and co-host Leon McKenzie are joined by Jack Dean, better known as JaackMaate to his millions of social followers. Despite his meteoric social media fame, Jack candidly shares his lifelong struggles with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and anxiety. He opens up about his traumatic childhood filled with family turmoil, and how creating YouTube videos became his lifeline. Jack paints an unfiltered picture of living with severe OCD, including constant i...

S3E4 - Rugby Star Danny Cipriani shares his battles with depression, suicidal thoughts and the tragic loss of close friend Caroline Flack.

September 14, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MB

In this latest episode of Under The Surface, host Smithy and co-host Leon McKenzie are joined by Danny Cipriani, the English rugby union player who bravely discusses his lifelong struggles with acceptance and mental health. Danny opens up about the difficulties surrounding his upbringing and troublesome teenage years where he felt like an outsider in the rugby world. He shares his battles with depression, suicidal thoughts and the tragic loss of close friend Caroline Flack. Despite his tal...

S3E3 - Jack Fincham, the winner of Love Island 2018, talks about his struggles with anxiety and money problems since winning the show.

July 11, 2023 02:00 - 53 minutes - 37 MB

In this latest episode of Under The Surface, we talk to Jack Fincham, the winner of Love Island 2018 and current British boxer who bravely discusses his battles with anxiety from an early age, as well as his struggles since winning the hit ITV show. In the third episode of the new series, Smithy is joined by a new co-host, former Premier League footballer and boxer Leon McKenzie. Guest Jack Fincham opens up to Smithy and Leon about his struggles with panic attacks, grief, career mistakes an...

S3E2 - Former professional footballer turned TV star Ashley Cain, discusses his daughter's passing, along with his daily struggle with grief and loss.

April 26, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 47.7 MB

In this latest episode of Under The Surface, we talk to former professional footballer turned TV star Ashley Cain, who bravely opens up on how he's dealing with the tragic loss of his 8-month-old daughter Azaylia, to cancer two years ago. In this powerful new episode of the third series, hosts Smithy and Marvin Sordell talk to Ashley about Azaylia's diagnosis, her care, the support from his social community and her tragic passing. Along with coping mechanisms for his daily struggle with gri...

S3E1 - Comedian Romesh Ranganathan opens up about his own personal struggles with depression and grief

March 27, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 46.5 MB

Comedian, Actor and TV Host Romesh Ranganathan is the first guest for the new season, produced by Original Penguin and Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM). Romesh joined hosts Smithy (Sky Sports) and Marvin Sordell, a fellow CALM ambassador and former footballer, to discuss his own personal struggles with depression and grief. The BAFTA-winning performer spoke about how his upbringing and a series of setbacks led him to experience depression and suicidal thoughts during his late teens...

Series Three - Episode One - Romesh Ranganathan

March 27, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 46.5 MB

Comedian, Actor and TV Host Romesh Ranganathan is the first guest for the new season, produced by Original Penguin and Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM). Romesh joined hosts Smithy (Sky Sports) and Marvin Sordell, a fellow CALM ambassador and former footballer, to discuss his own personal struggles with depression and grief. The BAFTA-winning performer spoke about how his upbringing and a series of setbacks led him to experience depression and suicidal thoughts during his late teens...

Series Two - Episode Three - Michail Antonio

November 13, 2022 20:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MB

We all have our own story to tell and you never know what is going on in someone's life #UnderTheSurface. West Ham United's Michail Antonio is the latest guest on the Under the Surface podcast, hosted by Original Penguin and suicide prevention charity CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably). The podcast brings people together from the world of sport and entertainment—uncovering their untold stories and challenging the stigma surrounding mental health. Michail joined hosts Smithy (Sky Spor...

Series Two - Episode Three - Michail Antonio

November 13, 2022 20:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MB

We all have our own story to tell and you never know what is going on in someone's life #UnderTheSurface. West Ham United's Michail Antonio is the latest guest on the Under the Surface podcast, hosted by Original Penguin and suicide prevention charity CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably). The podcast brings people together from the world of sport and entertainment—uncovering their untold stories and challenging the stigma surrounding mental health. Michail joined hosts Smithy (Sky Spor...

S2E3 - Michail Antonio - West Ham's all-time Premier League leading goalscorer discusses his mental health struggles while playing and his own battles with depression

November 13, 2022 20:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MB

We all have our own story to tell and you never know what is going on in someone's life #UnderTheSurface. West Ham United's Michail Antonio is the latest guest on the Under the Surface podcast, hosted by Original Penguin and suicide prevention charity CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably). The podcast brings people together from the world of sport and entertainment—uncovering their untold stories and challenging the stigma surrounding mental health. Michail joined hosts Smithy (Sky Spor...

Series Two - Episode Two - James Haskell

August 09, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 51.2 MB

Former England rugby international, James Haskell is the second guest for this new series of the Under the Surface podcast – and our first non-football guest. The podcast with Original Penguin and CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) brings people together from the world of sport and entertainment - uncovering their untold stories, driving conversations, and challenging the stigma surrounding mental health. James joined hosts Smithy (Sky Sports) and ex-footballer Marvin Sordell for an in...

S2E2 - James Haskell - Grand Slam-winning rugby star, turned DJ, discusses self-doubt and how he's worked hard to overcome criticism

August 09, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 51.2 MB

Former England rugby international, James Haskell is the second guest for this new series of the Under the Surface podcast – and our first non-football guest. The podcast with Original Penguin and CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) brings people together from the world of sport and entertainment - uncovering their untold stories, driving conversations, and challenging the stigma surrounding mental health. James joined hosts Smithy (Sky Sports) and ex-footballer Marvin Sordell for an in...

Series Two - Episode Two - James Haskell

August 09, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 51.2 MB

Former England rugby international, James Haskell is the second guest for this new series of the Under the Surface podcast – and our first non-football guest. The podcast with Original Penguin and CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) brings people together from the world of sport and entertainment - uncovering their untold stories, driving conversations, and challenging the stigma surrounding mental health. James joined hosts Smithy (Sky Sports) and ex-footballer Marvin Sordell for an in...

S2E1 - Jonathan Woodgate - former Real Madrid, Leeds, Newcastle and Spurs defender discusses his injury troubles at Madrid and how online trolls affected his confidence following his Middlesbrough sacking

June 08, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MB

You never know what is going on in someone's life #UnderTheSurface. Back for Series 2, the podcast with Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) aims to drive conversations and challenge the stigma surrounding mental health. Listen to hosts, 'Smithy' (Sky Sports) and co-host, ex-player Marvin Sordell speak to guests from the world of sport, as they open up about the battles they have kept #UnderTheSurface. Episode One of the new series features Jonathan Woodgate. The ex-Real Madrid, Leed...

Series Two - Episode One - Jonathan Woodgate

June 08, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MB

You never know what is going on in someone's life #UnderTheSurface. Back for Series 2, the podcast with Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) aims to drive conversations and challenge the stigma surrounding mental health. Listen to hosts, 'Smithy' (Sky Sports) and co-host, ex-player Marvin Sordell speak to guests from the world of sport, as they open up about the battles they have kept #UnderTheSurface. Episode One of the new series features Jonathan Woodgate. The ex-Real Madrid, Leed...

Episode Three – Andrew Cole

December 09, 2021 07:00 - 58 minutes - 40.7 MB

You never know what is going on in someone's life #UnderTheSurface. Our Podcast series with the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) aims to drive conversations and challenge the stigma surrounding mental health. Listen to hosts, 'Smithy' (Sky Sports) and co-host ex-player Marvin Sordell speak to guests from the world of sport, as they open up about the battles they have kept #UnderTheSurface. For episode three Andy Cole opens up about his own mental health battles. The highs and lows o...

S1E3 - Manchester United legend Andrew Cole discusses how illness led him to suicidal thoughts

December 09, 2021 07:00 - 58 minutes - 40.7 MB

You never know what is going on in someone's life #UnderTheSurface. Our Podcast series with the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) aims to drive conversations and challenge the stigma surrounding mental health. Listen to hosts, 'Smithy' (Sky Sports) and co-host ex-player Marvin Sordell speak to guests from the world of sport, as they open up about the battles they have kept #UnderTheSurface. For episode three Andy Cole opens up about his own mental health battles. The highs and lows o...

S1E2 - Arsenal legend Jack Wilshere opens up about his own mental health battles. The highs and lows of football, along with the mental challenges of finding a new club

September 22, 2021 16:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MB

You never know what is going on in someone's life #UnderTheSurface. Our Podcast series with the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) aims to drive conversations and challenge the stigma surrounding mental health. Listen to hosts, 'Smithy' (Sky Sports) and co-host ex-player Marvin Sordell speak to guests from the world of sport, as they open up about the battles they have kept #UnderTheSurface. For episode two Jack Wilshere opens up about his own mental health battles. The highs and lows...

Episode Two - Jack Wilshere

September 22, 2021 16:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MB

You never know what is going on in someone's life #UnderTheSurface. Our Podcast series with the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) aims to drive conversations and challenge the stigma surrounding mental health. Listen to hosts, 'Smithy' (Sky Sports) and co-host ex-player Marvin Sordell speak to guests from the world of sport, as they open up about the battles they have kept #UnderTheSurface. For episode two Jack Wilshere opens up about his own mental health battles. The highs and lows...

S1E1 - Andros Townsend discusses grief and his struggles with addiction

June 03, 2021 09:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MB

You never know what is going on in someone's life #UnderTheSurface. Our Podcast series with the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) aims to drive conversations and challenge the stigma surrounding mental health. Listen to hosts, 'Smithy' (Sky Sports) and co-host ex-player Marvin Sordell speak to guests from the world of sport, as they open up about the battles they have kept #UnderTheSurface. Under the Surface, features Andros Townsend for episode one as he talks about his struggles wi...

Episode One - Andros Townsend

June 03, 2021 09:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MB

You never know what is going on in someone's life #UnderTheSurface. Our Podcast series with the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) aims to drive conversations and challenge the stigma surrounding mental health. Listen to hosts, 'Smithy' (Sky Sports) and co-host ex-player Marvin Sordell speak to guests from the world of sport, as they open up about the battles they have kept #UnderTheSurface. Under the Surface, features Andros Townsend for episode one as he talks about his struggles wi...

Episode One - Andros Townsend

June 03, 2021 09:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MB

You never know what is going on in someone's life #UnderTheSurface. Our Podcast series with the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) aims to drive conversations and challenge the stigma surrounding mental health. Listen to hosts, 'Smithy' (Sky Sports) and co-host ex-player Marvin Sordell speak to guests from the world of sport, as they open up about the battles they have kept #UnderTheSurface. Under the Surface, features Andros Townsend for episode one as he talks about his struggles wi...

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