"Running Through the Storm: Aid’s New York Marathon for Men’s Mental Health"

"Running Through the Storm: Aid’s New York Marathon for Men’s Mental Health"

Author: BCB October 24, 2025 Duration: 39:19

In this powerful and funny episode of The Black Country Blokes, Kev and Lee sit down with their long-time mate Adrian (“Aid”), who’s gearing up to run the New York Marathon to raise money for The Black Country Blokes C.I.C. and support men’s mental health.


What starts as a catch-up between three dads turns into an honest chat about fatherhood, guilt, burnout, running as therapy, and the fine line between bravery and breakdown. Aid shares how discipline beats motivation, why bad runs can be as valuable as good ones, and the moment he got so fed up he even told a rainbow to f*** off — then kept going.


👉 Support Aid’s run: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/adrian-cutler?utm_medium=CR&utm_source=CL

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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.
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