Afternoon Tea

Afternoon Tea is a mental health and wellbeing podcast created for young people, by young people across Bedfordshire and beyond. The series provides a safe, welcoming space for honest conversations about mental health, identity, and the real-life challenges young people face today. Inspired by the tradition of a British afternoon tea — sitting down with a drink, a biscuit, and a friend — each episode invites guests to share open, raw, and unfiltered conversations in a relaxed setting. Episodes are “tea-length”, lasting roughly 20–40 minutes , determined by the time it takes the guests to finish their tea or coffee. The podcast explores mental health through different perspectives, cultures, genders, and life experiences , connecting personal stories with wider conversations happening in the world — from community issues and current events to news and social media. Guests include young people with liv

Afternoon Tea is a health podcast hosted by YouthTV, with 7 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

YouthTV hosts Afternoon Tea, a health show with 7 episodes published.

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  Episode #7

  The Corner: Masculinity, emotional expression, and men’s mental health | Wade Wilson

  Mar 30, 202641 minS1

  <p>In this episode of Afternoon Tea, we explore masculinity, emotional expression, and men’s mental health. With our two hosts/baristas, Krish and Bella, we spill the tea with our guest, Wade Wilson, Founder of X-4RCE CIC. Together, we unpack how the foundations laid in adolescence can shape how boys and young men understand themselves, express emotions, and respond to pressure. </p><p>Through an open and honest conversation, we reflect on how many boys are taught to suppress their feelings, often growing up without safe outlets to process emotions. We explore how this can lead to pent-up me...

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  Episode #6

  Communal Harmony: Trust in policing and professional services | Hayley Brown

  Mar 26, 202631 minS1

  <p>In this episode of Afternoon Tea, we explore trust in services and systems, and how mental health challenges can affect engagement and reporting. With our two hosts/baristas, Lisa and Krish, we spill the tea with our guest, Hayley Brown, CEO of Link To Change. Together, we unpack the barriers that can make it difficult for individuals and communities to seek help, and how these challenges can impact trust in services, including policing. </p><p>Through an open and empathetic conversation, we reflect on the importance of understanding lived experiences and creating environments where people feel safe, heard, and...

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  Episode #5

  Bridging the Divide: Living and learning through our experiences | Bella Brown

  Mar 23, 202631 minS1

  <p>In this episode of Afternoon Tea, we explore accessing help and support, and how understanding mental health shapes trust in policing and professional services. With our hosts/baristas, Lisa, Bella and Krish, we spill the tea on the importance of open communication between young people and professionals, and how trust is built – or broken – through these interactions. </p><p>Through an honest and thoughtful conversation, we hear young people’s perspectives alongside reflections on what helps create empathy, understanding, and meaningful support. We explore the barriers that can make it difficult to speak up, and how safe, supportive dialogue can he...

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  Episode #4

  Confidence and Conditions: Identity, belonging, and the pressures that shape confidence and decision-making | Tyrrel Clara

  Mar 22, 202633 minS1

  <p>In this episode of Afternoon Tea, we explore identity, belonging, and the pressures that shape confidence and decision-making in young people. With our two hosts/baristas, Lisa and Bella, we spill the tea with our guest, Tyrrel Clara, Co-Founder of Everyone’s Gang. Together, we unpack the realities behind serious violence and exploitation, and how trauma, fear, anxiety, and unmet mental health needs can increase vulnerability to harm. </p><p>Through a powerful and honest conversation, we reflect on the influence of environment, and the deep human need to belong. Hearing lived perspectives, we explore how young people can be...

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  Episode #4

  Confidence and Conditions: Identity, belonging, and the pressures that shape confidence and decision-making | Tyrrel Clara

  Mar 19, 202635 minS1

  <p>In this episode of Afternoon Tea, we explore identity, belonging, and the pressures that shape confidence and decision-making in young people. With our two hosts/baristas, Lisa and Bella, we spill the tea with our guest, Tyrrel Clara, Co-Founder of Everyone’s Gang. Together, we unpack the realities behind serious violence and exploitation, and how trauma, fear, anxiety, and unmet mental health needs can increase vulnerability to harm. </p><p>Through a powerful and honest conversation, we reflect on the influence of environment, and the deep human need to belong. Hearing lived perspectives, we explore how young people can be...

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