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Tough times are hard to navigate. We share experiences, feelings and tools to cope and become resilient. Unpack what weighs us down - loss, grief, anxiety, panic, low self-esteem, disappointment, sadness and change. Feel less alone and take away ideas to lift that dark cloud and face the future. Sprinkled with humour.
Creator / Host: Ella Sherman & Clinical Psychologist: Dr Jonathan Marshall with Two Special Guests per episode.
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If you'd like to suggest episode subjects please reach out to us. Thank you! Few things shake us as deeply as the end of a relationship. Breakups can feel like grief, rejection, confusion, and loss all at once. In this episode of Ella Podcasts, we explore why relationships end, why some people stay too long, why others move on quickly, and what heartbreak really asks of us when love falls apart. This is a deeply human conversation about attachment, hope, and the stories we tell ourselves when...
If you'd like to suggest episode subjects please reach out to us. Thank you! *Trigger Warning*: This episode discusses suicidal thoughts, suicide attempts, depression, self-harm, and mental distress. Please take care while listening. If you feel unable to stay safe, please contact your local emergency services or a suicide crisis helpline immediately. In this deeply personal episode of Ella Podcasts, we talk openly about managing suicidal thoughts, why they happen, what can trigger them, wha...
If you'd like to suggest episode subjects please reach out to us. Thank you! Society often tells men to “man up.” Be strong. Be stoic. Solve problems. But never talk about your own. In this episode of Ella Podcasts, we explore the hidden emotional struggles many men face — and why expressing vulnerability is still widely seen as weakness. From childhood, boys are taught to suppress emotions. Crying is mocked. Sensitivity is ridiculed. And by adulthood, many men have learned to bottle up stres...
If you'd like to suggest episode subjects please reach out to us. Thank you! Burnout has become so normalized in modern workplaces that many people wear it like a badge of honor. But burnout isn’t just “being tired.” It’s emotional exhaustion. Cynicism. Detachment. Loss of joy. And sometimes… depression. In this powerful episode of Ella Podcasts, we unpack what workplace burnout really is — how it differs from normal stress, why it’s rising globally, and how both...
If you'd like to suggest episode subjects please reach out to us. Thank you! Job interviews can be nerve-wracking. The pressure to perform, impress, and land the role can affect how you present yourself — even when you're highly qualified. In this episode of Ella Podcasts, we break down how to pass a job interview with confidence, from calming your nerves beforehand to answering difficult questions like “What’s your biggest weakness?” Dr. Jonathan Marshall, Chris J. Reed, and Aya AlimKulova s...
If you'd like to suggest episode subjects please reach out to us. Thank you! Sexual harassment in the workplace is more common than many people realise - and often more subtle than we expect. In this powerful episode of Ella Podcasts, we have an honest and necessary conversation about workplace sexual harassment, professional boundaries, power dynamics, and what you can do if you experience inappropriate behaviour at work. Our guests share real-world insights on how harassment can show up — f...
If you'd like to suggest episode subjects please reach out to us. Thank you! If you’re job hunting right now, networking is just as important as applying for roles online. As the saying goes: It’s not what you know - it’s who you know In this episode of Ella Podcasts, we break down how to network strategically, confidently, and authentically - whether you’re an introvert, mid-career professional, or navigating a competitive job market shaped by AI and ageism. From surviving awkward networking...
If you'd like to suggest episode subjects please reach out to us. Thank you! “Toxic relationship” has become one of the most commonly used phrases in modern dating - but what does it really mean? Are some relationships genuinely unhealthy, or has the word toxic become a catch-all label for pain, conflict, and disappointment? In this episode of Ella Podcasts, we unpack the psychology behind so-called toxic relationships — why people stay, why red flags are often ignored, and how early li...
If you'd like to suggest episode subjects please reach out to us. Thank you! The Changing Role of White Men in the Workplace | DEI, Meritocracy & Fairness at Work What does fairness in the workplace really look like today? Has diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) corrected historical imbalances — or created new tensions? In this episode of Ella Podcasts, we explore the changing role of white men in the corporate world, the impact of DEI policies, and the complex questions surroundi...
If you'd like to suggest episode subjects please reach out to us. Thank you! Why do political differences feel more divisive than ever? Have you ever lost a friend because of a political disagreement? In today’s episode of Ella’s Podcasts, host Ella is joined by Dr. Jonathan Marshall (psychologist and former professor, Stanford & Harvard graduate), Simon J. Littlewood (BBC World Service journalist, business advisor, and author), and Samir Kothari (international fund manager). Together, th...
If you'd like to suggest episode subjects please reach out to us. Thank you! Have you ever felt like you did everything right but still didn’t get the outcome you hoped for? Episode 3: When IVF Fails & Motherhood Eludes You is one of the hardest conversations I’ve recorded — and one I felt was essential to have. Infertility and IVF failure can bring a grief that’s deeply personal, often invisible, and incredibly isolating. In this episode, we talk honestly about the devastation of not bec...
If you'd like to suggest episode subjects please reach out to us. Thank you! If Christmas feels a little quieter, heavier, or simply unlike years past, you’re not alone—and this conversation is for you. With the launch of Ella Podcasts just in time for the festive season, I wanted to create a space for those navigating grief, loneliness, or the aching weight of things not going as expected. Episode 4, "Alone for Christmas & New Year," is all about those honest moments—when we wonder...
If you'd like to suggest episode subjects please reach out to us. Thank you! Are you struggling to pick up the pieces after a sudden job loss? In today’s episode, we dive deep into the challenging emotions and practical realities that follow losing your job—whether from redundancy, corporate restructuring, or even company closure. Losing a job can shake far more than your finances; it can impact identity, self-worth, relationships, and mental health — often in ways people feel unable to talk ...
If you'd like to suggest episode subjects please reach out to us. Thank you! Have you ever felt your heart break after losing a beloved pet? If so, you’re not alone—and your feelings are absolutely valid. This reel is from Episode 1 of my new podcast, Ella’s Podcasts, launching next week, where we address the profound and too-often misunderstood journey of pet bereavement. In this heartfelt conversation, we explore why saying goodbye to our animal companions can be so devastating, the unique,...
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