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Mental Roots

  • S2 Ep. 8 - Therapy, Relationships and Grace (Idriss Kamtcheu Pt. 3)

    25 MAY 2021 · Idriss and I finish our chat exploring Idriss' experience having culturally competant therapy, giving grace tothose we wish to help, what it means to respect black women as black men, and more... Check out Idriss' own nonprofit organisation CASA Leadership: https://www.casaleadership.co.uk See how the BiPP Network can help you as a mental health practitioner and more: https://www.bippnetwork.org.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/bippnetwork/ To book a consultation regarding the health supplements I use, please select a time slot in my calendar: https://calendly.com/nataddai/health-product-consultation Recording gear used: AKG Perception 120 XLR Microphone - https://amzn.to/2QZRcOW Focusrite Scarlett Solo Audio interface - https://amzn.to/3rJDRHb Disclaimer: The above link is an affiliate link that allows me to earn a small commission from any orders of the product. Any money earned will be saved and reinvested back into my podcast, music and/or any other digital content. PODCAST SOCIALS: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentalrootspodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MentalRootsPod1
    42m 38s
  • S2 Ep. 7 - Migration, Reflection & Integration (Idriss Kamtcheu Pt. 2)

    18 MAY 2021 · Idriss continues discussing the psychological impact of his moving to the UK, and how he integrated well in uni through empowering and connecting like minded peers regarding mental health... Check out Idriss' own nonprofit organisation CASA Leadership: https://www.casaleadership.co.uk See how the BiPP Network can help you as a mental health practitioner and more: https://www.bippnetwork.org.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/bippnetwork/ To book a consultation regarding the health supplements I use, please select a time slot in my calendar: https://calendly.com/nataddai/health-product-consultation Recording gear used: AKG Perception 120 XLR Microphone - https://amzn.to/2QZRcOW Focusrite Scarlett Solo Audio interface - https://amzn.to/3rJDRHb Disclaimer: The above link is an affiliate link that allows me to earn a small commission from any orders of the product. Any money earned will be saved and reinvested back into my podcast, music and/or any other digital content. PODCAST SOCIALS: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentalrootspodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MentalRootsPod1
    38m 30s
  • S2 Ep. 6 - Fragmented Upbringing (Idriss Kamtcheu Pt. 1)

    10 MAY 2021 · My recent mental health advocate friend Idriss candidly shares his Cameroonian roots, mental impact of complex family situations and more! Check out Idriss' own nonprofit organisation CASA Leadership: https://www.casaleadership.co.uk See how the BiPP Network can help you as a mental health practitioner and more: https://www.instagram.com/bippnetwork/ To book a consultation regarding the health supplements I use, please select a time slot in my calendar: https://meetings.hubspot.com/nathanaddai Recording gear used: AKG Perception 120 XLR Microphone - https://amzn.to/2QZRcOW Focusrite Scarlett Solo Audio interface - https://amzn.to/3rJDRHb Disclaimer: The above link is an affiliate link that allows me to earn a small commission from any orders of the product. Any money earned will be saved and reinvested back into my podcast, music and/or any other digital content. PODCAST SOCIALS: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentalrootspodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MentalRootsPod1
    37m 14s
  • S2 Ep. 5 - The Growth of Inside Out & Black Men's Support (Vanessa Boachie Pt. 2)

    3 MAY 2021 · In this finale of our chat, we continue discussing the pressures of making helpful content, Inside Out's involvement in empowering young black men PLUS some interesting convo on black men and women's responsibilities for each other! Follow Vanessa @nessabanks_ on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/nessabanks_/ Check out Inside Out's website for more info on their workshops, trainng, social media handles and more: https://www.insideoutwellbeing.org/ To book a consultation regarding the health supplements I use, please select a time slot in my calendar: https://meetings.hubspot.com/nathanaddai Recording gear used: AKG Perception 120 XLR Microphone - https://amzn.to/2QZRcOW Focusrite Scarlett Solo Audio interface - https://amzn.to/3rJDRHb Disclaimer: The above link is an affiliate link that allows me to earn a small commission from any orders of the product. Any money earned will be saved and reinvested back into my podcast, music and/or any other digital content. Follow me @nath_addai for the latest podcast updates and bonus content: https://www.instagram.com/nath_addai/
    47m 25s
  • S2 Ep. 4 - Pressure, Panic Attacks & Positive Contribution (Vanessa Boachie Pt. 1)

    26 APR 2021 · Part 1 of a great chat with Vanessa Boachie, founder of mental health initiative Inside Out UK! Great topics covered including our motivations and challenges of creating content on mental health, Vanessa's childhood and first experience phoning 111, Vanessa's journey into psychological therapy and more! Follow Vanessa @nessabanks_ on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/nessabanks_/ Follow Inside Out UK @insideoutwellbeing_ on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/insideoutwellbeing_/ To book a consultation regarding the health supplements I use, please select a time slot in my calendar: https://meetings.hubspot.com/nathanaddai Recording gear used: AKG Perception 120 XLR Microphone - https://amzn.to/2QZRcOW Focusrite Scarlett Solo Audio interface - https://amzn.to/3rJDRHb Disclaimer: The above link is an affiliate link that allows me to earn a small commission from any orders of the product. Any money earned will be saved and reinvested back into my podcast, music and/or any other digital content. Follow me @nath_addai for the latest podcast updates and bonus content: https://www.instagram.com/nath_addai/
    49m 54s
  • S2 Ep. 3 - HBCUs and Therapy (Tajah Billingsley Pt. 3)

    19 APR 2021 · Tajah and I finish our epic chat by delving into what therapy from a HBCU (Historically Black College/University) is like! Follow Tajah and her creative projects @issabouttruth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/issabouttruth/ To book a consultation regarding the health supplements I use, please select a time slot in my calendar: https://meetings.hubspot.com/nathanaddai Recording gear used: AKG Perception 120 XLR Microphone - https://amzn.to/2QZRcOW Focusrite Scarlett Solo Audio interface - https://amzn.to/3rJDRHb Disclaimer: The above link is an affiliate link that allows me to earn a small commission from any orders of the product. Any money earned will be saved and reinvested back into my podcast, music and/or any other digital content. Follow me @nath_addai for the latest podcast updates and bonus content: https://www.instagram.com/nath_addai/
    45m 11s
  • S2 Ep. 2 - Guy & Girl Dynamics (Tajah Billingsley Pt. 2)

    12 APR 2021 · My overseas animator friend Tajah Billingsley continues sharing her mental journey growing up, detailing a toxic relationship she had in high school. We then discuss issues between black men and women and how we all have roles to play in unity... To book a consultation regarding the health supplements I use, please select a time slot in my calendar: https://meetings.hubspot.com/nathanaddai Follow Tajah and her creative projects @issabouttruth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/issabouttruth/ Recording gear used: AKG Perception 120 XLR Microphone - https://amzn.to/2QZRcOW Focusrite Scarlett Solo Audio interface - https://amzn.to/3rJDRHb Disclaimer: The above link is an affiliate link that allows me to earn a small commission from any orders of the product. Any money earned will be saved and reinvested back into my podcast, music and/or any other digital content. Follow me @nath_addai for the latest podcast updates and bonus content: https://www.instagram.com/nath_addai/
    40m 18s
  • S2 Ep. 1 - Black, Female & Muslim (Tajah Billingsley Pt. 1)

    5 APR 2021 · We're FINALLY BACK with more powerful convos about mental health in the black community! With my Mental Roots animation now FINISHED and awaiting BBC's broadcast, we start Season 2 with US student, animator and deep thinker Tajah Billingsley about how her sex, race and faith shaped her life growing up... Follow Tajah and her creative projects @issabouttruth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/issabouttruth/ Recording gear used: AKG Perception 120 XLR Microphone - https://amzn.to/2QZRcOW Focusrite Scarlett Solo Audio interface - https://amzn.to/3rJDRHb Disclaimer: The above link is an affiliate link that allows me to earn a small commission from any orders of the product. Any money earned will be saved and reinvested back into my podcast, music and/or any other digital content. Follow me @nath_addai for the latest podcast updates and bonus content: https://www.instagram.com/nath_addai/
    32m 49s
  • S1 Ep. 22 - Faith, Action & Progression with Ben Lindsay (Part 2)

    17 NOV 2020 · SEASON FINALE! Ben Lindsay shares his faith journey; how he grappled with his own beliefs whilst writing his book 'We Need to Talk About Race'; the work of Power the Fight in helping young people's mental health, and more! ** ORDER BEN'S BOOK 'WE NEED TO TALK ABOUT RACE' HERE: https://amzn.to/3jq1Abq. ** Disclaimer: The above link is an affiliate link that allows me to earn a small commission from any orders of the product. Any money earned will be saved and reinvested back into my podcast, music and/or any other digital content. Also check Power the Fight's Therapeutic Intervention for Peace (TIP) Report, detailing their plans for culturally competent therapy: https://www.powerthefight.org.uk/tip-report/
    29m 34s
  • S1 Ep. 21 - 90s Experiences and Mental Journey with Ben Lindsay (Part 1)

    10 NOV 2020 · Ladies and gents, I present the last guest of season 1: CEO of Power the Fight and respected author Ben Lindsay!! This first part of our chat breaks down Lindsay's experiences of racist attacks and seeing the impact on his community in 90s England. We also chop up our different generational experiences of injustice and Ben's mental health reflections, deep stuff! ** ORDER BEN'S BOOK 'WE NEED TO TALK ABOUT RACE' HERE: https://amzn.to/3jq1Abq. ** Disclaimer: The above link is an affiliate link that allows me to earn a small commission from any orders of the product. Any money earned will be saved and reinvested back into my podcast, music and/or any other digital content. Also check Power the Fight's Therapeutic Intervention for Peace (TIP) Report, detailing their plans for culturally competent therapy: https://www.powerthefight.org.uk/tip-report/
    31m 22s

My black bros, we need to create safe spaces for us to get REAL about our struggles so we can find REAL healing. So, that's what this podcast is all...

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My black bros, we need to create safe spaces for us to get REAL about our struggles so we can find REAL healing. So, that's what this podcast is all about! I'm Nathan and with relatable peers of mine, here I dissect various cultural, societal and practical elements of our mental health. I'm defo no expert in this topic but I'm learning and sharing helpful resources as I go!

These discussions are inspired by my upcoming BBC-commissioned animated short film, about black British men's mental health, with the help of Rural Media's New Creatives scheme.
Find out more about this opportunity here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p07fvnmq.

Let me know how this podcast is impacting you via Instagram (@mentalrootspodcast) or Twitter (@NatAddai). Catch this podcast on other platforms too like Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and more!
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