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On The Mend

On The Mend

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On The Mend is the podcast where we look back at life’s hardest moments to understand how to move forward, with honesty, heart, and hope. In each episode, Matt Willis explores recovery, resilience, and mental strength through open and honest conversations.


Some episodes feature guests sharing powerful stories of personal transformation. Others bring in expert voices offering practical tools and insights, and in solo episodes, Matt reflects on his own journey through addiction, identity, and healing.


This is a space for anyone navigating life’s challenges. On The Mend is your companion through the highs, lows, and everything in between.

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High Performance
Hygiene & Healthy Living Personal Development Personal Success Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Backstage with Busted vs McFly: Harry, Dougie & Matt Get Deep on Tour
    Nov 10 2025

    Recorded literally backstage, Matt Willis sits down with Harry Judd and Dougie Poynter for a candid, funny, and surprisingly heartfelt conversation about life on the road, friendship, and everything in between.


    Between playful banter and a spontaneous “backstage set list” game, the trio open up about the chaos of touring, the lessons fame taught them, and how they’ve each learned to stay grounded through recovery, fatherhood, and music. There’s nostalgia, honesty, and plenty of laughter as they revisit wild early days, reflect on how their bands shaped them, and share what keeps them going now.


    It’s more than just a reunion, it’s a raw, behind-the-scenes glimpse into the lives of three friends who’ve grown up in the spotlight, stumbled, recovered, and learned to keep playing the music that connects them.


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    Need Support?

    Samaritans: Call 116 123 or visit samaritans.org

    Narcotics Anonymous: na.org

    Alcoholics Anonymous: alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk

    Mental Health Mates: mentalhealthmates.co.uk

    Shout: https: giveusashout.org

    IAPT: https://www.england.nhs.uk/mental-health/adults/nhs-talking-therapies/

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    41 mins
  • Calum Scott on Coming Out, Depression & Finding Peace
    Nov 3 2025

    Calum Scott joins Matt for a moving and honest conversation about the battles that often stay hidden behind success. From depression and body dysmorphia to self-acceptance and sexuality, Calum opens up about the moments that brought him to the edge, and the strength it took to rebuild.


    He also talks about the power of speaking openly, seeking support, and taking small steps toward healing, reminding us that recovery is never linear and there’s no single way to get through it. Calum’s story is a testament to patience, self-compassion, and the belief that even in the darkest times, hope can still grow.


    This is a heartfelt, powerful episode about finding light after pain, and learning to love who you are, one day at a time.


    Need Support?

    Samaritans: Call 116 123 or visit samaritans.org

    Narcotics Anonymous: na.org

    Alcoholics Anonymous: alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk

    Mental Health Mates: mentalhealthmates.co.uk

    Shout: https: giveusashout.org

    IAPT: https://www.england.nhs.uk/mental-health/adults/nhs-talking-therapies/


    Heights👉 Join Matt in getting your energy back with Vitals. 20% off here:

    https://highpfrmc.com/OTM


    London Nootropics 👉 Enjoy 20% off London Nootropics Adaptogenic Coffees with code ONTHEMEND here: https://highpfrmc.com/ldn-au

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Matt Willis: Taking Life In Recovery 1 Day at a Time
    Oct 27 2025

    In this solo episode, Matt Willis explores what it really means to control your own narrative. He opens up about moments in his life when others tried to define him, through fame, addiction, or public perception, and how losing control of his story left him feeling misunderstood and disconnected from who he truly was.


    Matt also shares personal experiences, including how winning I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! changed how the world saw him, and how he eventually reclaimed his identity through honesty, recovery, and storytelling. He reflects on lessons from past guests about ownership, self-compassion, and the power of rewriting your story from a place of truth.


    A candid and empowering conversation about taking back your story, letting go of shame, and choosing how you move forward, on your own terms.


    Heights👉 Join Matt in getting your energy back with Vitals. 20% off: https://highpfrmc.com/OTM


    London Nootropics 👉 Enjoy 20% off London Nootropics Adaptogenic Coffees with code ONTHEMEND here: https://highpfrmc.com/ldn-au"

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    26 mins
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