The Black Country Blokes

The Black Country Blokes

Author: BCB Language: English Episodes: 253
Hosted by Lee Cadman and Kev Dillon, The Black Country Blokes creates honest conversations that often feel more like a chat with trusted friends than a formal interview. This podcast centers on real-life experiences, primarily navigating mental health, living with disability, and the myriad challenges and triumphs that define everyday existence. By bringing in guest experts from diverse fields, each episode unpacks these topics with a blend of personal anecdote and professional insight, offering listeners practical perspectives alongside genuine empathy. What emerges is a dialogue that’s both grounded and enlightening, refusing to shy away from complexity while maintaining a down-to-earth tone. The result is a consistently engaging listen that prioritizes authenticity over easy answers. Tuning into this podcast means joining a space built on understanding, where difficult subjects are approached with candor and warmth. It’s this unique combination of expert knowledge and relatable hosting that makes the show a distinctive voice within the broader landscape of wellness and self-improvement content.
Episodes
Ex Convict, Homeless, Amputee to Passionate Chef [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:46
Get ready for a bumpy ride with Sean Johnson telling his story of jail, homelessness, losing a limb and his road to recovery as a passionate chef.#covid #covid19 #cornavirus #lockdown3 #lockdown #mentalhealth #mentalheal…
Homeschooling [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:58
We are all now playing a big part in educating our children from home, here is our take on the highs, the lows, and everything in between of our homeschooling journey.Where to find The Black Country Blokes:https://www.fa…
Live With Alex Brooker [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:50
We are joined by journalist, presenter and comedian Alex Brooker, we are going to be talking about Alex's career, disability and mental health.#covid #covid19 #cornavirus #lockdown3 #lockdown #mentalhealth #mentalhealtha…
Loneliness in a Room Full of People [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:59
Tonight the lads will be discussing loneliness. You can be in a room full of people but still, feel lonely.Breaking down the stigma of mental health.#shorts #covid #covid19 #cornavirus #lockdown3 #lockdown #mentalhealth…
Anxiety, Loss and Moving to France [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:07
Tristan's story will no doubt resonate with a lot of people he has endured crimpling anxiety, loss, the struggles of moving aboard, and feeling alone.Where to find The Black Country Blokes:https://www.facebook.com/thebla…
Live With Award-Winning Public Figure Joe Plumb [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:17
Tonight we are joined by Award-Winning Public Figure Joe Plumb, Joe is an ambassador at Kidscape which provides children, families, carers and professionals with advice, training and practical tools to prevent bullying a…
Lockdown 3 The Mental Health Impact [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:26
Tonight we will be discussing Xmas, New Year and the mental health crisis in lockdown 3.#covid #covid19 #cornavirus #lockdown3 #lockdown #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #selfcare #selflove #love #anxiety #motivation…
I wish it could be Christmas everyday [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:34
Don't forget to grab 10% off using the code BCB10 over at: https://www.healthxcel.co.ukI wish it could be Christmas every day, tonight we are looking at how this year's celebrations will be different but hopefully still…
Merry Kevmas Everybody & A Shoutout to Local Heroes [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:05
Don't forget to grab 10% off using the code BCB10 over at: https://www.healthxcel.co.ukWe usually have a night out to mark host Kev Dillon's Birthday but as we are in lockdown we are going to celebrate on the podcast, we…
The show must go on... [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:08
When things go wrong you have 2 options give up or carry on, we have chosen to carry on.Don't forget to grab 10% off using the code BCB10 over at: https://www.healthxcel.co.uk#mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #selfcar…