• Episode 29: The Jurassic Challenge special
    May 24 2024

    In which our heroes focus on Lise's herculean task of completing a 75km walk along the notoriously unfriendly terrain of the Jurassic Coast with her friend Leyla.

    In this inspiring episode other subjects covered included walking up Gold Hill (that Hovis Advert) in Shaftesbury 65 times one after another; A new direction for the Brave and Determined Company (clue, it's hot, wet, and not tea); Seeing the Northern Lights in Dorset. Possibly. Also, Meeting Dr George from Masterchef.

    All this and more from the winsome threesome. Long may they reign!

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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Episode 28: Record Summer Ball sell out! Year one as a charity...
    Apr 19 2024

    In this episode the gang talk about what they've been up to recently (including some very impressive fundraising activity from others), how it all started for BADCO and an outline of the therapeutic use of something called the Cycle of Change. There's a full set of high quality rants and they look forward to what promises to be an epic Summer Ball, tickets for which sold out in no time at all...

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Episode 27: Money for something
    Mar 23 2024

    This episode sees our intrepid trio discussing money and its impact on mental health. There's an important announcement about this years Badco Summer Ball, some excellent rants and the promise of more frequent podcast episodes later in the year.

    Producer David brings breakfast, showcasing the many delights of the North Staffordshire Oatcake. Might this be the start of a new podcast trend?

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Episode 26: Christmas at Badco
    Dec 23 2023

    Everything Christmas is up for grabs in this episode as the team grapple with celebrating well, staying sober, dealing with grief during happy times and crucially, the correct way to use your fog lights when it's actually foggy. Contains occasional Anglo Saxon language and possible Christmas spoilers, so maybe not one for the youngsters.

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Episode 25: Boundaries, Supporters and Stonehenge vs The Pyramids of Giza.
    Oct 29 2023

    In which the team attend many wonderful events, report on the work of numerous excellent supporters raising thousands of pounds for BadCo and discuss the vexed issue of personal boundaries, and why they're so important for the maintenance of good mental health.

    New Feature! Book recommendations. This week the team mention:

    Boundaries, by Henry Cloud and John Townsend

    https://www.amazon.co.uk/Boundaries-When-Take-Control-Your/dp/0310247454

    Start with Why by Simon Sinek

    https://www.amazon.co.uk/Start-Why-Leaders-Inspire-Everyone/dp/0241958229/ref=sr_1_1?crid=36IOZBF7MYB41&keywords=simon+sinek+starts+with+why&qid=1698614396&s=books&sprefix=simon+sinek+start+with+why%2Cstripbooks%2C116&sr=1-1

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Episode 24: Counselling- walking through the door.
    Oct 3 2023

    A snappy 59 minutes this week, discussing what everyone's been up to, other people's mammoth efforts on the charity's behalf, and the singular value that working with a good counsellor can have.Other topics, as so often, include the fundamental importance of olives, the thrill of helicopter delivery and Lise's spectacular singing skills. A barnstormer!

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    59 mins
  • Episode 23: Skydiving, fundraising and eating well. Now with added sponsorship!
    Sep 8 2023

    An absolute barnstormer of an episode In which the team discuss what they've been up to over the summer (including a glorious ball and some epic fundraising), the correct siting of a large generator and the wonder that is our first podcast sponsorship (many thanks to Ace Does Baking). Mentions also made of the merits of skydiving with a broken ankle, the ways in which one might better regulate one's food consumption and whether you might be the person to help us out with a very important upcoming role...

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    1 hr and 39 mins
  • Episode 22: Balls, mental health at work and making change happen.
    Jul 13 2023
    In this episode the gang catch up on some exciting developments for the charity. There's a fascinating discussion on maintaining one's mental health at work, how to help your employer to help everyone and the build up to the social event of the summer, the BadCo Summer Ball. Also featured are the ever excellent rants and a delightful sign off from Lise.
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    1 hr and 12 mins