Legacy of 'The Troubles'

A short introduction to this album. 

Service users and practitioners discuss the constraints imposed on mental health care by the remote, dispersed nature of the Orkney Islands. 

How 'The Troubles' in Northern Ireland have shaped the city of Belfast and the lives of some of its inhabitants. 

Many men silently struggle, pressured by society to “be strong” and hide their emotions. This isolation can lead to loneliness and internal battles. Vulnerability isn’t weakness—it’s courage. True strength is asking for help and sharing struggles. Let’s create safe spaces where m ... Show More

New Generation Thinkers Shahidha Bari & Laurence Scott consider how archives come to life with events from the Being Human Festival including klezmer music, stories from conflict in Northern Ireland and voices from marginalised communities. 

*This episode was recorded in early March 2024, before the recent escalation of violence in Sudan. South Sudan may be the youngest country in the world, but it’s already undergone a huge amount of violence – and the ongoing civil war in Sudan looks set to bring further instabilit ... Show More

Mental health issues with our youth are through the roof 📈! What can be done to help save them from harm? Join us to find out❗️ 

Shadia Qubti is a Palestinian from Nazareth who is currently completing a degree in Interreligious and Indigenous Studies at Vancouver School of Theology in Canada.  Prior to coming to Canada, Shadia studied International Relations and English Language at the Hebrew University in ... Show More

Tommy Robinson reflects on his activism and the evolution of his views on multiculturalism in the UK. He shares his experience growing up in Luton, witnessing the rise of jihadist groups, and the challenges his community faced with gang violence, terrorism, and the lack of suppor ... Show More

Summary:In this conversation, Ryan and AbI discuss the ongoing turmoil in Lebanon, focusing on the personal and communal impacts of war. AbI shares her experiences and the emotional toll it has taken on her and her community. They explore the importance of faith in navigating the ... Show More

Sayed Jawed Qazwini shares a brief but impactful podcast on a teenager's tragic suicide, highlighting the broader issues of pain, trauma, neglect, and abuse that many young people endure. He calls for collective awareness and support to address the mental health challenges faced ... Show More

Dive into a riveting discussion with Sayed Jawad Qazwini as he navigates the nuanced terrain of transgender Muslims in the modern context. Unveiling the complexities of gender in Islam, this episode delves into the potential for gender transition and the urgent call for empathy a ... Show More

Lunatic asylum. Loony bin. Madhouse. Mental healthcare institutions have a long and checkered history. Beginning in the 1960s, rising public sentiment against compulsory treatment led most to the closure of most state mental hospitals, throwing many desperate patients out of the ... Show More