The YOD Pod
Let's talk about Mental Health! Our mission is to change the perceptions of mental health for those working in the medical sector and to develop bespoke mental health support for doctors. We are committed to developing a body of research that supports evaluated the effect of the varying work environments on doctors’ mental health with a hope to change perceptions and breaks taboo. Welcome to our podcast. We hope you enjoy the range of topics and open discussions about doctors mental and physical wellbeing. You Okay, Doc? is a charity supporting the mental health and wellbeing of healthcare professionals. As a charity, we need your help to keep going and develop to support and raise awareness of mental health for Doctors. Please check out our website https://youokaydoc.org.uk/ and our Instagram page to find out more and stay up to date with us. If you would like, you can also text donate to support the You Okay, Doc? charity by texting. To donate £3 text 'DOCTOR' to 70331, or to donate £5 text 'DOCTOR' to 70970. Thank you for listening and we look forward to creating more content.
The YOD Pod
Climbing North Africa's Highest Peak - Disconnecting to Connect.
We’re kicking off Season 6 with a cracker. Our resident host — Patron of You Okay, Doc?, former England Rugby 7s Captain and Olympic Silver Medallist Tom Mitchell — is back at the mic!
Joining Tom are members of the 2025 Mt Toubkal Team, who earlier this year braved –20°C conditions to summit the highest peak in North Africa at 4,167m (13,670ft), all to raise awareness and vital funds for You Okay, Doc?.
Our guests:
- Darren Lunz – Chair of Trustees, You Okay, Doc?
- Dr Elle Todd – Founder of The Clinical Shift, entrepreneur & portfolio doctor
- Lt Col Ben Caesar – You Okay, Doc? Ambassador, Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgeon, Member of the British Army.
- Dr Dan Gearon – Founder of You Okay, Doc?
Together they share the challenges, obstacles, highs and lows of mountain climbing — and reflect on the importance of disconnecting to reconnect, of collective resilience, and the metaphorical power of climbing together.
Expect crampons, crazy stories, and reflections on why hiking can be one of the most magical healers. 🌄
💜 A big thank you to our sponsor, Pastest for supporting this episode.
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