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How to Stay Sane in an Insane World (Shed Talks)

How to Stay Sane in an Insane World (Shed Talks)

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 Life is unpredictable, messy, and, at times, completely insane. So, how do we stay afloat?

Hosted by Jeremy Thomas—renowned speaker, author, mental health advocate, and all round survivor—this podcast dives into the real, unfiltered stories of resilience, recovery, and what it truly takes to maintain mental well-being in a chaotic world.

Having faced his own battles with bipolar disorder and addiction, Jeremy brings both lived experience and hard-earned wisdom to every conversation.

Each episode features fascinating guests—bestselling authors, musicians, industry leaders, athletes, and mental health experts—who open up about their struggles, triumphs, and the lifejackets that helped them through. Whether it’s music, poetry, a trusted friend, or a four-legged companion, we all need something to keep us steady.

Honest conversations, hard-earned wisdom, and practical tools—because in an insane world, we could all use a little help staying sane.

For more on How to Stay Sane in an insane World visit our website:
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Or contact us enquiries@howtostaysane.co.uk


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Episodes
  • 23: Carol Morley: From Drinking at 11 Years Old, Hacienda Club at 16, to a Big Time Screen Director

    23: Carol Morley: From Drinking at 11 Years Old, Hacienda Club at 16, to a Big Time Screen Director
    Jul 25 2025
    What do Florence Pugh, Monica Dolan, Toby Jones, Patricia Clarkson, and James Caan all have in common? Answer: Carol Morley.

    Born and raised in Stockport, Manchester, the youngest of three, Carol’s world was shattered by the tragic loss of her father. Grief hit hard. At just 11, she turned to books and booze, juggling life as her eccentric mother’s carer while throwing herself into a full-blown identity crisis—experimenting, rebelling, searching.

    By 16, she found a kind of refuge in Tony Wilson's infamous Hacienda Club, where the music was loud, the nights were long, and self-medication was easy. Four years of wild living, booze, drugs, and reckless abandon pushed her to the edge—until a moment of clarity sent her fleeing to London.

    What happened next? A First-Class degree from St Martin’s School of Art. A hard-fought climb into filmmaking. And an award-winning career working with some of the biggest names in the industry. Carol’s journey is one of chaos, creativity, and sheer determination.

    Take a look at some of her work 👉 https://www.campfilms.co.uk/
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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • 22: Simon Woodroffe’s Lifejackets: “Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway”

    22: Simon Woodroffe’s Lifejackets: “Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway”
    Sep 19 2024
    BONUS EPISODE:
    When life knocked him down, what kept Simon Woodroffe from sinking? In this bonus episode, the Yo! Sushi founder and Dragon’s Den star shares the unconventional lifelines—his "lifejackets"—that helped him stay afloat when he was stuck. From the adrenaline of mountaineering and sailing to the wisdom of Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway, Spinal Tap, and the unexpected lessons from Clarkson’s Farm and The Crown, Simon unpacks the action, adventure, and mindset shifts that shaped his resilience.
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    32 mins
  • 22: Simon Woodroffe: From Boarding School Bullying to Yo! Sushi Empire

    22: Simon Woodroffe: From Boarding School Bullying to Yo! Sushi Empire
    Aug 29 2024
    At seven, he was sent away to boarding school, where abuse, fear, and loneliness shaped his early years. By his thirties, Simon Woodroffe masked the pain with bravado, drink, drugs, and a fast life that landed him briefly behind bars. But his story doesn’t end there.

    From rock-bottom to rock stages—designing for George Michael, Fleetwood Mac, and Rod Stewart—Simon turned his life around through 12-Step recovery, self-help, and a belief in pushing boundaries. He became a TV dragon on Dragon’s Den, launched the Yo! Sushi empire and is a relentless champion of stepping outside your comfort zone.


    Generous, courageous, and always shooting straight from the hip—practical, fearless, and undeniably inspirational.

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    47 mins

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