What does it take for a 20-year-old from one of the UK’s most remote communities to make a national impact on policy, purpose, and mental health? Meet Innes Gordon, a driven young changemaker from Dunnet Head, Scotland, who is breaking stereotypes and leading conversations from the grassroots to government.

In this episode of Inspired Men Talk, four solution-focused hypnotherapists representing four decades of experience sit down with Innes to explore his journey—from growing up in a rural village with no local services to launching the non-profit Act with Purpose and advising national leaders.

🔹 This inspiring conversation covers:

• Youth activism and finding your voice at any age
• Mental health challenges, imposter syndrome, and resilience
• Building connection and routine to combat isolation
• Living with purpose and creating social change
• The power of gratitude and emotional intelligence in leadership
• Confronting stigma around age, geography, and ambition

Whether you're a parent, teacher, policymaker or young adult looking for motivation and guidance, this episode is packed with wisdom, warmth and practical tools for emotional wellbeing and impact.

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⏱️ Video Timeline (Chapters for SEO and Viewer Navigation):

00:00 – Welcome to Inspired Men Talk
01:00 – Meet Innes Gordon: Scotland’s Young Changemaker
03:00 – Life at the UK's Most Remote Mainland Village
06:00 – From Angry Letters to Action: The Start of Innes’ Journey
08:30 – The Decline of Rural Industry and Its Mental Health Impact
11:00 – Youth Activism: Creating Change Without a Roadmap
14:30 – What Drives Social Change? Purpose & Community
18:00 – Facing Rejection, Building Resilience
21:00 – Identity, Belonging & Imposter Syndrome
25:00 – Why Routine and Micro-Connections Matter in Mental Health
28:30 – Moving to London and Cambridge: Culture Shock & Growth
33:00 – Stigma Around Youth, Accents & Stereotypes
38:00 – How Gratitude and Self-Awareness Build Emotional Strength
43:00 – Innes’ Advice for Young People Who Want to Make a Difference
46:00 – What Has Changed in His Community? Reflections on Impact
49:00 – All About Act With Purpose & How to Get Involved
51:00 – Final Thoughts: Resilience, Purpose and the Future

In this powerful episode of Inspired Men Talk, we’re joined by the remarkable Fiona Flaherty, a specialist in men’s health, public health, and preventative care.

With over 45 years of experience in healthcare, Fiona dives deep into the often unspoken challenges men face physically, mentally, and systemically.

We explore why men are still dying younger, how the NHS often overlooks male-specific needs, and why 1 in 4 men won’t make it to retirement due to suicide.

This episode is full of insight, practical tools, straight-talking advice, and hard-hitting truths that could save lives. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, an advocate, or simply a man trying to take control of your well-being—this conversation is for you.

📌 Topics Covered:

Why the NHS isn’t built for men

The psychology behind male silence

What most health checks miss

The surprising truth about chlamydia in men over 50

How to write a letter your GP will actually read

What the “andropause” is and why no one’s talking about it

🧠 Let’s talk about men’s health, stigma, and real solutions—from hormones to heart attacks to hope.

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00:00 – Intro & Sponsor: Mental Health in the Workplace
01:00 – Meet the Hosts & Guest Line-up
03:00 – Fiona’s Journey: From Nursing to Men’s Health
05:00 – Why Fiona Works with Men (and Not Women)
07:00 – Fiona’s Master’s in Public Health & Focus on Male Suicide
09:30 – Suicide, Stigma & Systemic Gaps in Healthcare
12:00 – Why Men Are Often Missed or Misdiagnosed
15:00 – The Chlamydia Taboo: Older Men & Sexual Health
17:00 – Getting Men Talking: How & Why It Works
18:45 – Why the NHS Was Designed for Women & Children
21:00 – The Need for Male-Specific Healthcare Spaces
25:00 – The Andropause: The Male Hormonal Shift
28:00 – Men, Mental Health & The Fear of Failure
31:00 – The GP Gap: How to Get the Right Help
34:00 – Writing a Letter Your GP Will Read: Practical Advice
36:00 – Referrals, Resources & Knowing Your Rights
41:00 – How to Use Your 7 Minutes with a GP Wisely
44:00 – Polypharmacy & the Impact on Older Men’s Health
48:00 – Gut Health, Mood & Food: The Missing Link
50:00 – The ‘Health House’ Analogy: Understanding the Body
55:00 – Why Suicide Rates in Men Are So High
01:03:00 – Final Reflections: Prevention, Permission, Power

In this episode of Inspired Men Talk, we speak with James Newell, a business owner and father of three, who shares his astonishing story of surviving the 2004 Boxing Day tsunami in Thailand. But this is far more than just a survival story — it’s a deeply human account of overcoming childhood trauma, processing grief following the suicide of a parent, battling anxiety, and ultimately finding healing through therapy and connection.

James opens up with raw honesty, warmth, and even humour, offering insights into trauma recovery, the power of choosing your response, and why he considers himself one of the lucky ones.

Whether you’re seeking inspiration, emotional wellbeing support, or simply a story of remarkable resilience, this episode is not to be missed.

💬 Topics include:

• Men’s mental health & emotional wellbeing
• Surviving trauma and natural disaster
• Coping with grief and loss
• The power of CBT and counselling
• Breaking generational cycles & positive parenting

🧠 Empowering conversations that remind us it’s okay to speak up. You’re not alone.

🔗 Connect with James Newell:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesnewell/
Business: https://clearsalesmessage.com

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🕒 Timeline / Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction to Inspired Men Talk
02:00 – Meet James Newell
04:20 – Early trauma: losing his father to suicide
08:30 – Travelling solo to reset life
13:00 – Christmas on Phi Phi Island
18:20 – The tsunami strikes: James’ near-death experience
28:45 – Escaping the island and the aftermath
38:00 – Returning home & recovery
43:00 – Mental health struggles and therapy
49:10 – Rebuilding with CBT
54:40 – Fatherhood, purpose & breaking the cycle
1:01:00 – The power of choosing your response
1:07:30 – Final reflections & advice
1:10:00 – How to connect with James