Hosted by Jeremy Thomas—renowned speaker, author, mental health advocate, and survivor—this podcast is a space for honest, thought-provoking conversations about mental health, resilience, and the tools we use to stay afloat in life’s chaos.
Each episode features fascinating and accomplished guests—from bestselling authors and musicians to industry leaders, athletes, and mental health experts—who open up about their struggles, triumphs, and the coping strategies that have helped them along the way.
Whether you’re looking for inspiration, practical advice, or simply a reminder that you’re not alone, this podcast is here to help you navigate the highs, the lows, and everything in between.
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This podcast explores mental health, resilience, and the ways we cope when life throws its toughest challenges at us. Jeremy speaks with guests from film, music, literature, business, and beyond, each sharing their own experiences with mental health and the strategies they’ve used to overcome adversity.
Real conversations, real struggles, real solutions—because in an insane world, we all need a little help staying sane.
Drawing from his own experiences with bipolar disorder and addiction, he hosts the acclaimed podcast How to Stay Sane in an Insane World, to share real stories, expert insights, and practical tools for resilience.
With a background in the music industry and credits including the Emmy-winning documentary Stephen Fry – The Secret Life of a Manic Depressive, Jeremy brings a unique perspective to every conversation—mixing wisdom, wit, and hard-earned lessons on what it takes to stay afloat.
Lifejackets in this podcast refer to the personal tools and rituals that keep us afloat in the waves of life. Whether it’s a film, tv show, music, a favourite book, a crossword puzzle, or the steady presence of a dog, these are the things that keep us afloat. Everyone needs their own lifejackets—small but essential things that help us stay sane in an insane world.
Here are some of the most popular episodes:
Film director Carol Morley discusses the impact of her father’s tragic death when she was just 11, her feelings of loss and abandonment, and how she navigated these challenges to find her path in filmmaking.
Carol Morley was wonderful to interview, mainly because of her honesty, lightness of touch, humour and overall insight into her own mental health issues and problem. Born and brought up in Stockport, Manchester alongside her sister Jayne, and now well-known broadcaster brother Paul.
Founder of YO! Sushi, Simon shares his experiences with childhood trauma, self-esteem issues, and his journey through recovery via 12-step programs, highlighting the importance of hope and resilience.
Special needs teacher Rachel Jones talks about the powerful effects of wild water swimming on self-esteem, managing autoimmune disease, and raising twins as a single mother.
Real stories from our audience on how ‘How to Stay Sane in an Insane World’ has inspired, informed, and made a difference.
Explore the full archive of inspiring conversations and expert insights on mental health and resilience.
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Whether it’s your own journey, someone you know, or just a suggestion who’d make a great guest, we’d love to hear from you. Get in touch!
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