As the Phone A Friend hiatus begins, the boys look back on their 65 episodes of niche podcasting.   Follow @phoneafriendpod on Instagram for any news from the east relating to the podcast’s return.   Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health.    mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the Phone A Friend hiatus begins, the boys look back on their 65 episodes of niche podcasting.  Follow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/phoneafriendpod/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@phoneafriendpod</a> on Instagram for any news from the east relating to the podcast’s return.  Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health.   <a href="https://www.mind.org.uk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">mind.org.uk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Please Hold!

After a difficult week, George’s baby blues are missing their trademark twinkle. The boys share some news, discuss ska’s disappearance from the pop charts, and hear from some listeners about how they’re coping with the reopening of schools. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. https://www.mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a difficult week, George’s baby blues are missing their trademark twinkle. The boys share some news, discuss ska’s disappearance from the pop charts, and hear from some listeners about how they’re coping with the reopening of schools. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. <a href="https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mind.org.uk%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Cbarney.leigh%40sonymusic.com%7C4eb535594a3a4d55235d08d8f51126a7%7Cf0aff3b791a54aaeaf71c63e1dda2049%7C0%7C0%7C637528802331720393%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=9n%2BDHulo6BxJUzB2ObbX8mnMMtm3Zf9dKyHQGGFx7ZA%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mind.org.uk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

George’s Baby Blues

This week, Brit Award recipient George Ezra moves a pile of mud from one side of a field to the other. Meanwhile, disassembling a piece of furniture ruins Ollie’s week. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too.  Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. https://www.mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Brit Award recipient George Ezra moves a pile of mud from one side of a field to the other. Meanwhile, disassembling a piece of furniture ruins Ollie’s week. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. <a href="https://www.mind.org.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mind.org.uk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

D.I.Y Me, Lord?

This week, George sits down at the piano and lets his magic fingers dance across the keys. The Messenger Boy's luck seems to be turning around, mostly at Ollie's expense, and the boys deliver a very important message from a listener. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. https://www.mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, George sits down at the piano and lets his magic fingers dance across the keys. The Messenger Boy's luck seems to be turning around, mostly at Ollie's expense, and the boys deliver a very important message from a listener. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. <a href="https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mind.org.uk%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Cbarney.leigh%40sonymusic.com%7Ca54dcbf5d100446b93cc08d8ea112888%7Cf0aff3b791a54aaeaf71c63e1dda2049%7C0%7C0%7C637516706707576185%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=RljTH27wyzi6m4LPTxBvcn6QzFnhEj9Bec74vhKnxJI%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mind.org.uk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Dear Diary, Life is Lit

This week, George discusses the parade of useless thoughts that keeps him up at night. The boys chat about the relationship you build with your therapist, how guilt can get in the way of happiness, and official Scrabble regulations. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too.  Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. https://www.mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, George discusses the parade of useless thoughts that keeps him up at night. The boys chat about the relationship you build with your therapist, how guilt can get in the way of happiness, and official Scrabble regulations. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. <a href="https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mind.org.uk%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Cbarney.leigh%40sonymusic.com%7C6ab531028259494071da08d8e4cc3d39%7Cf0aff3b791a54aaeaf71c63e1dda2049%7C0%7C0%7C637510913149069125%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=dybzvnbVKK0K1lfJ670WXzsuDwRUxm%2FkDWIocYNTFeo%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mind.org.uk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

In Rat A We Trust

This week, the arrival of spring brings out George’s glass-half-full mentality. Meanwhile, Ollie’s glass has rolled off the table, out the window, and into a mound of dog dirt. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too.  Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. https://www.mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, the arrival of spring brings out George’s glass-half-full mentality. Meanwhile, Ollie’s glass has rolled off the table, out the window, and into a mound of dog dirt. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. <a href="https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mind.org.uk%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Cbarney.leigh%40sonymusic.com%7C20b6c32cfa7647cc9e0308d8df46b7b9%7Cf0aff3b791a54aaeaf71c63e1dda2049%7C0%7C0%7C637504842123690176%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=kElXxgBcF1NWHocEkjmtuoOmDD75b8Ob4Q9CBSJjZk0%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mind.org.uk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Labyrinth of Rockers

This week, the boys discuss grief, bubble baths, and George’s earliest forays into the glamorous world of show business. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too.  Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. https://www.mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, the boys discuss grief, bubble baths, and George’s earliest forays into the glamorous world of show business. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. <a href="https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mind.org.uk%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Cbarney.leigh%40sonymusic.com%7Cdf057316391f490726a408d8da465ab8%7Cf0aff3b791a54aaeaf71c63e1dda2049%7C0%7C0%7C637499343045881676%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=etgMv%2BguXOeIrWJN8eIIhq4CPE8oHicdn6sblYDY6jg%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mind.org.uk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Anything For A Buzz

This week, a listener rescues George from the sprouting mass of spuds slowly taking over his kitchen. The boys discuss their shared aversion to silence, the pros and cons of keeping busy, and ask that age-old question: what’s for dinner? Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too.  Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. https://www.mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, a listener rescues George from the sprouting mass of spuds slowly taking over his kitchen. The boys discuss their shared aversion to silence, the pros and cons of keeping busy, and ask that age-old question: what’s for dinner? Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. <a href="https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mind.org.uk%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Cbarney.leigh%40sonymusic.com%7C9249e9e301e9475d7d1808d8d42cf2c2%7Cf0aff3b791a54aaeaf71c63e1dda2049%7C0%7C0%7C637492637384027966%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=mKo%2F51kpalCJhoisKqGy3YLmO4DZbhwbjEg7BD8F3o8%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mind.org.uk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

That Hit The Spot

This week, the boys talk at length about some of George’s old potatoes, stretching the definition of the word “content” to its absolute limit. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health.  https://www.mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, the boys talk at length about some of George’s old potatoes, stretching the definition of the word “content” to its absolute limit. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health.  <a href="https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mind.org.uk%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Cbarney.leigh%40sonymusic.com%7C7385096f120a4ac2413208d8ceaeeb25%7Cf0aff3b791a54aaeaf71c63e1dda2049%7C0%7C0%7C637486597953184499%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=mFX%2B0ox6BXOXXVzcgVU6VgRwHm4mu4NyL0z5Dd6tlYE%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mind.org.uk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

In The Thicc Of It

This week, Ollie tries to get better at expressing that he is depressed without dancing around the big D word. The boys discuss the well-meaning but often unhelpful desire to provide “solutions” to someone in need of emotional support, the tendency to disguise our feelings, and steam trains. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. https://www.mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Ollie tries to get better at expressing that he is depressed without dancing around the big D word. The boys discuss the well-meaning but often unhelpful desire to provide “solutions” to someone in need of emotional support, the tendency to disguise our feelings, and steam trains. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. <a href="https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mind.org.uk%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Cbarney.leigh%40sonymusic.com%7Ca64c0e4c7dee424fcd5e08d8c91ced09%7Cf0aff3b791a54aaeaf71c63e1dda2049%7C0%7C0%7C637480473365632683%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=mtTcCkDTk1mhGIm5AI%2FHXDH%2F1cRKt6SOp1tMCuELsoE%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mind.org.uk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

ATM TBH FFS

When long-time friends George Ezra and Ollie MN both experienced issues with mental health, they found comfort in opening up to one another about what they were going through. Phone A Friend is a podcast that captures their candid and light-hearted chats, with the intention of encouraging the listener to start conversations of their own. Each episode, George and Ollie will share the ups and downs of their week and discuss how to balance mental health concerns with the other stresses of daily life.

Love the chat. It’s nice to hear Mental Health stories.

Love these lads

An honest conversation about their struggles with mental health. Worth a listen!

George and Ollie

Phone a Friend with George Ezra & Ollie MN

This week, George recounts his brave battle with the common cold and Ollie helpfully suggests some medieval remedies. The boys also discuss what to do when a friend is having a tough time, toasters and time travel. You know, the usual. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health: https://www.mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, George recounts his brave battle with the common cold and Ollie helpfully suggests some medieval remedies. The boys also discuss what to do when a friend is having a tough time, toasters and time travel. You know, the usual. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health: <a href="https://www.mind.org.uk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mind.org.uk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Shout Out To My Ex (Therapist)

In this week’s episode, Ollie finds himself in conversation with the newly-appointed sixth sexiest man in Hertfordshire. George discusses his experiences with intrusive thoughts, and a listener asks for advice on maintaining long-distance friendships. All this, plus some public nudity and Tudor chat along the way. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. www.mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s episode, Ollie finds himself in conversation with the newly-appointed sixth sexiest man in Hertfordshire. George discusses his experiences with intrusive thoughts, and a listener asks for advice on maintaining long-distance friendships. All this, plus some public nudity and Tudor chat along the way. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too.  Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. <a href="https://www.mind.org.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.mind.org.uk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Email For You M’Lord

This week, George has an exciting Monday and lifts Ollie out of his somber mood. The boys talk about the difficulty of making new friends as an adult and how to gently break up with your therapist, with several soulful renditions of Despacito along the way. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. https://www.mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, George has an exciting Monday and lifts Ollie out of his somber mood. The boys talk about the difficulty of making new friends as an adult and how to gently break up with your therapist, with several soulful renditions of Despacito along the way.  Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. <a href="https://www.mind.org.uk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mind.org.uk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

I Can Be Your Despacito

George reflects on another week of self-isolation, and finds himself more susceptible to intrusive thoughts during this time alone. Meanwhile, a poor performance in a digital pub quiz bruises Ollie’s ego, and the messenger boy delivers more stories of how people are dealing with the Corona crisis. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. https://www.mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

George reflects on another week of self-isolation, and finds himself more susceptible to intrusive thoughts during this time alone. Meanwhile, a poor performance in a digital pub quiz bruises Ollie’s ego, and the messenger boy delivers more stories of how people are dealing with the Corona crisis. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. <a href="https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mind.org.uk%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cbarney.leigh%40sonymusic.com%7C79ae6176794c485cb10308d7d71d5566%7Cf0aff3b791a54aaeaf71c63e1dda2049%7C0%7C0%7C637214393348148360&amp;sdata=1vxwpx4jlqHGS7zd%2Fmf91IxxKlEsNfVgI7BJlCp9yY4%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mind.org.uk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Get Out Of My Houseparty

Ollie goes to battle with a particularly stubborn piece of flatpack furniture and emerges changed forever. Meanwhile, George returns from his trip to Paris in need of some home comforts. Finally, the boys discuss an inspiring email from one of their listeners. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. https://www.mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ollie goes to battle with a particularly stubborn piece of flatpack furniture and emerges changed forever. Meanwhile, George returns from his trip to Paris in need of some home comforts. Finally, the boys discuss an inspiring email from one of their listeners. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. <a href="https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mind.org.uk%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cbarney.leigh%40sonymusic.com%7C8c6fd19696aa46c0023108d7bb7a85a2%7Cf0aff3b791a54aaeaf71c63e1dda2049%7C0%7C0%7C637184007220574893&amp;sdata=r2SCU2LZow4SAKmvaUyqFJF5SBafnSN6VcbdvmG4zH4%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mind.org.uk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Ancient Swedish Curse

This week, the little messenger boy delivers a particularly heavy sack of listener correspondence concerning the current Corona Virus situation. George and Ollie work their way through the pile, sharing thoughts and advice on how to keep your mental health in check during uncertain times. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. https://www.mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, the little messenger boy delivers a particularly heavy sack of listener correspondence concerning the current Corona Virus situation. George and Ollie work their way through the pile, sharing thoughts and advice on how to keep your mental health in check during uncertain times. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. <a href="https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mind.org.uk%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cbarney.leigh%40sonymusic.com%7Ce2700cc4d9c449de3e6108d7cc0671ec%7Cf0aff3b791a54aaeaf71c63e1dda2049%7C0%7C0%7C637202200396537474&amp;sdata=hdHOQGp61Rehg5VrKJ%2FfyMPw%2B7%2B6wuaaw3BaCl5uVKE%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mind.org.uk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Quarantine Routine

This week, the increasingly-dishevelled messenger boy delivers a pile of uplifting emails submitted by the listeners. The boys devote the entire episode to these stories, shining a light on the inspiring ways people across the world are helping one another in difficult times. Subscribe now to get nw episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don't forget to rate and review too.Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. https://www.mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, the increasingly-dishevelled messenger boy delivers a pile of uplifting emails submitted by the listeners. The boys devote the entire episode to these stories, shining a light on the inspiring ways people across the world are helping one another in difficult times. Subscribe now to get nw episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don't forget to rate and review too.Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. <a href="https://www.mind.org.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mind.org.uk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Bored of the Rings

This week, another stack of listener messages arrive, and the boys use cutting-edge technology to stare lovingly into each other's eyes. Out of his mind on iced americano, George outs himself as a puzzle snob, while Ollie reveals that he now lives in the bath. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. https://www.mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, another stack of listener messages arrive, and the boys use cutting-edge technology to stare lovingly into each other's eyes. Out of his mind on iced americano, George outs himself as a puzzle snob, while Ollie reveals that he now lives in the bath. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. <a href="https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mind.org.uk%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cbarney.leigh%40sonymusic.com%7C76c9cea2e1ec4e1986ac08d7dc8ed849%7Cf0aff3b791a54aaeaf71c63e1dda2049%7C0%7C0%7C637220378380860440&amp;sdata=Pa8P9JSsnHHDsycHfi0yRVlhLVeHGgfpNrRHOJxQtsI%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mind.org.uk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

*Video Call A Friend

In this week’s episode, George helps Ollie recover from a day of high-anxiety. The boys describe how their lives have changed since being named one of Apple’s New and Noteworthy podcasts, and George discovers that he’s been mispronouncing “almonds” his entire life.  Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. https://www.mind.org.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s episode, George helps Ollie recover from a day of high-anxiety. The boys describe how their lives have changed since being named one of Apple’s New and Noteworthy podcasts, and George discovers that he’s been mispronouncing “almonds” his entire life.  Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. <a href="https://www.mind.org.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mind.org.uk/</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Pros & Cons Of The Public Eye

This week, George wrestles with the responsibility of dog-ownership, and Ollie helps him prepare for a trip to Paris. The boys also share some of the listeners’ advice on making new friends as an adult. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. https://www.mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, George wrestles with the responsibility of dog-ownership, and Ollie helps him prepare for a trip to Paris. The boys also share some of the listeners’ advice on making new friends as an adult. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. <a href="https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mind.org.uk%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cbarney.leigh%40sonymusic.com%7Ca541dcc531044a4dad7c08d7b6b75045%7Cf0aff3b791a54aaeaf71c63e1dda2049%7C0%7C0%7C637178770768505828&amp;sdata=s2UhlYTHFERs1pX3wHXEvRrjZZGMLKwcgCPnsWNkDkQ%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mind.org.uk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Bon Appétit, My Love

As Parched March begins, George's attempt to buy a camera culminates in an act of cyber-swindling. Meanwhile, Ollie’s relaxing spa day takes a turn when he accidentally exposes himself. The boys also discuss how to cope with feeling anxious in public, and respond to a listener’s email about panic attacks at school. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. https://www.mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As Parched March begins, George's attempt to buy a camera culminates in an act of cyber-swindling. Meanwhile, Ollie’s relaxing spa day takes a turn when he accidentally exposes himself. The boys also discuss how to cope with feeling anxious in public, and respond to a listener’s email about panic attacks at school. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. <a href="https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mind.org.uk%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cjames.deacon.sme%40sonymusic.com%7C876da94f478d4fd67a4208d7c123c34c%7Cf0aff3b791a54aaeaf71c63e1dda2049%7C0%7C0%7C637190231653022780&amp;sdata=QE%2BCHtKT587Xv%2BBHrmuYWdCpiF%2FNdwLJDB7Osbnayew%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mind.org.uk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Watchdogging

This week, the boys discuss memes, meditation, and mantras. George describes how daily meditation has benefitted him, and Ollie decides to give it a try himself. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. https://www.mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, the boys discuss memes, meditation, and mantras. George describes how daily meditation has benefitted him, and Ollie decides to give it a try himself. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. <a href="https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mind.org.uk%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cjames.deacon.sme%40sonymusic.com%7C284e14bb649241ef28b308d7c744ca48%7Cf0aff3b791a54aaeaf71c63e1dda2049%7C0%7C0%7C637196970579436399&amp;sdata=R%2FrRX%2FapBbvTxE43hVK2lnwcMjkjLxpFdkXAKTW6rx8%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mind.org.uk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Shaking Hands With Maharishi

This week, the boys discuss New Years resolutions, lockdown life, and all the ways George has been wronged by tech over the years. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too.  Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health.  https://www.mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, the boys discuss New Years resolutions, lockdown life, and all the ways George has been wronged by tech over the years. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health.  <a href="https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mind.org.uk%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Cbarney.leigh%40sonymusic.com%7Cd84de0a7444e43832e2d08d8b30b8e22%7Cf0aff3b791a54aaeaf71c63e1dda2049%7C0%7C0%7C637456209511749127%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=kod3a5GwSJCoOvuQwJZuV54ya5yknCSCIRHqga7P214%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mind.org.uk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Tech Will Tear Us Apart

As the last call bell rings out in pubs across England, George prepares for another month of lockdown. The boys discuss their confinement coping strategies, as well as the habits they’re hoping to avoid this time round. Follow @PhoneAFriendPod on Instagram for extra resources, links, and content from each episode. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. https://www.mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the last call bell rings out in pubs across England, George prepares for another month of lockdown. The boys discuss their confinement coping strategies, as well as the habits they’re hoping to avoid this time round. Follow @PhoneAFriendPod on Instagram for extra resources, links, and content from each episode. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. <a href="https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mind.org.uk%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Cjames.deacon.sme%40sonymusic.com%7Ca6b91a604f5749798a7908d881abe613%7Cf0aff3b791a54aaeaf71c63e1dda2049%7C0%7C0%7C637401922587867521%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=6bafrsp6byUCuVjUjcoykaLIkCjFnLpdr5krXMcvK9U%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mind.org.uk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

The Everything's Fine Podcast

This week, the boys take a trip down memory lane and discover that it stinks of K cider. This origin story begins a decade ago, on the muddy fields of Reading festival, when a fair-haired boy with a bright future seeks assistance from a scowling stranger. Follow @PhoneAFriendPod on Instagram for extra resources, links, and content from each episode. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. https://www.mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, the boys take a trip down memory lane and discover that it stinks of K cider. This origin story begins a decade ago, on the muddy fields of Reading festival, when a fair-haired boy with a bright future seeks assistance from a scowling stranger. Follow @PhoneAFriendPod on Instagram for extra resources, links, and content from each episode. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. <a href="https://www.mind.org.uk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mind.org.uk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Purple Drank of the Folk World

This week, the arrival of autumn makes Ollie very homesick. George awakes from his Big Sleep for long enough to discuss imposter syndrome, the feeling of accomplishment and Saint Nick’s Stag Do. Follow @PhoneAFriendPod on Instagram for extra resources, links, and content from each episode. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. https://www.mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, the arrival of autumn makes Ollie very homesick. George awakes from his Big Sleep for long enough to discuss imposter syndrome, the feeling of accomplishment and Saint Nick’s Stag Do. Follow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/phoneafriendpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@PhoneAFriendPod</a> on Instagram for extra resources, links, and content from each episode. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. <a href="https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mind.org.uk%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cbarney.leigh%40sonymusic.com%7C576bcc984dbc40d1323e08d8662e5c7d%7Cf0aff3b791a54aaeaf71c63e1dda2049%7C0%7C0%7C637371697637942028&amp;sdata=nkYWjg21MgT8y9c%2BVNXhrNA9%2BlJN8oHnHk7o2xAalaw%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mind.org.uk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

The Big Sleep 2020

Ollie has achieved enlightenment after just three days of yoga, smashing all previous records and leaving Adrienne in his dust. Meanwhile, two days of hiking in deepest, darkest Dorset has left George weary and in need of his friend’s new-found zen energy. If you’d like to help the boys raise money for Mind UK, check out their fundraising page: https://moveformind.blackbaud-sites.com/fundraising/phone-a-friendFollow @PhoneAFriendPod on Instagram for extra resources, links, and content from each episode. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. https://www.mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ollie has achieved enlightenment after just three days of yoga, smashing all previous records and leaving Adrienne in his dust. Meanwhile, two days of hiking in deepest, darkest Dorset has left George weary and in need of his friend’s new-found zen energy. If you’d like to help the boys raise money for Mind UK, check out their fundraising page: <a href="https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmoveformind.blackbaud-sites.com%2Ffundraising%2Fphone-a-friend&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cbarney.leigh%40sonymusic.com%7C97a792031b70400395d108d855922d24%7Cf0aff3b791a54aaeaf71c63e1dda2049%7C0%7C0%7C637353433592052596&amp;sdata=EQf2W7c9GvFR7hLj%2BDlpYsNmw2hnbkGBnvzrnczoQLA%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://moveformind.blackbaud-sites.com/fundraising/phone-a-friend</a>Follow @PhoneAFriendPod on Instagram for extra resources, links, and content from each episode. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. <a href="https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mind.org.uk%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cbarney.leigh%40sonymusic.com%7C97a792031b70400395d108d855922d24%7Cf0aff3b791a54aaeaf71c63e1dda2049%7C0%7C0%7C637353433592052596&amp;sdata=C04RDdzTJEYsK49X0vAopV77wJPEHsVgq2g5Ia8NBpY%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mind.org.uk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Hoof Do You Think You Are?

This week, the boys discuss the Move for Mind challenge. During September, George and Ollie will be alternating between running and yoga every day in order to raise money for Mind. The act of typing this description gave Ollie a stitch, so he couldn’t be more thrilled about 30 consecutive days of physical activity. To learn more and donate, visit https://moveformind.blackbaud-sites.com/fundraising/phone-a-friendFollow @PhoneAFriendPod on Instagram for extra resources, links, and content from each episode. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. https://www.mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, the boys discuss the Move for Mind challenge. During September, George and Ollie will be alternating between running and yoga every day in order to raise money for Mind. The act of typing this description gave Ollie a stitch, so he couldn’t be more thrilled about 30 consecutive days of physical activity. To learn more and donate, visit <a href="https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmoveformind.blackbaud-sites.com%2Ffundraising%2Fphone-a-friend&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cbarney.leigh%40sonymusic.com%7C1e8d5d916b164603bea108d84a8dafc0%7Cf0aff3b791a54aaeaf71c63e1dda2049%7C0%7C0%7C637341319696214256&amp;sdata=j%2FFuSBOnk%2FQL%2BFBCUEh4mQpaUsfMbCaHgqLgJZX3TvA%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://moveformind.blackbaud-sites.com/fundraising/phone-a-friend</a>Follow <a href="www.instagram.com/phoneafriendpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@PhoneAFriendPod</a> on Instagram for extra resources, links, and content from each episode. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. <a href="https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mind.org.uk%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cbarney.leigh%40sonymusic.com%7C1e8d5d916b164603bea108d84a8dafc0%7Cf0aff3b791a54aaeaf71c63e1dda2049%7C0%7C0%7C637341319696224250&amp;sdata=8VvkDZx%2BuRcVtofR30x7VpskcCIrpWAUMUzxmW2zmFw%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mind.org.uk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Get A Pizza This

This week, a messy breakup with his phone is no match for George’s resilient pecker. A visit from his mum leads Ollie to reflect on how often life’s highs and lows coexist simultaneously, and the boys receive an email from an old friend. Follow @PhoneAFriendPod on Instagram for extra resources, links, and content from each episode. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. https://www.mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, a messy breakup with his phone is no match for George’s resilient pecker. A visit from his mum leads Ollie to reflect on how often life’s highs and lows coexist simultaneously, and the boys receive an email from an old friend. Follow @PhoneAFriendPod on Instagram for extra resources, links, and content from each episode. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. <a href="https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mind.org.uk%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cbarney.leigh%40sonymusic.com%7C860a043e65c14f15b8c908d845b9d90d%7Cf0aff3b791a54aaeaf71c63e1dda2049%7C0%7C0%7C637336011848146425&amp;sdata=YKVpZMUCZKeyoWXbU5l6prG4b7eNZ2pb5ce%2Bp5kaATY%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mind.org.uk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Does Not Compute

This week, the boys discuss Ollie’s back hair for far too long. George reveals that he’s been working on some inventions during lockdown, and the messenger boy delivers emails on the subjects of online therapy and how to approach potentially difficult conversations. Plus, George talks to Dr Hazel Wallace about working on a Covid ward. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. https://www.mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, the boys discuss Ollie’s back hair for far too long. George reveals that he’s been working on some inventions during lockdown, and the messenger boy delivers emails on the subjects of online therapy and how to approach potentially difficult conversations. Plus, George talks to Dr Hazel Wallace about working on a Covid ward. Subscribe now to get new episodes of Phone A Friend every week, and don’t forget to rate and review too. Visit Mind’s website for information and support on the subject of mental health. <a href="https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mind.org.uk%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cbarney.leigh%40sonymusic.com%7C29b4ab42b31e4ad2d2d008d7fd9741d8%7Cf0aff3b791a54aaeaf71c63e1dda2049%7C0%7C0%7C637256698393371206&amp;sdata=%2BAHK6cQB%2F1LTk%2F7gI9kGXCByr92HJw0PsjygF5zNFT8%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mind.org.uk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

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