Podcasts are a wonderful resource to access information about mental health, hear personal stories, and start a conversation. There are a range of available resources from digital mental health services which include sharing personal experiences, discussions with experts, and advice for individuals with mental health concerns or supporting someone with a mental health condition.

This article explores podcasts from service providers which provide information, expert advice, and guidance for Australians with mental health issues and connect them with digital mental health support.

Not Alone

In this podcast from Beyond Blue, Marc Fennell speaks to everyday Australians about their mental health journeys. The podcast aims to share people’s experiences with mental health and help individuals with their own mental health concerns. Not Alone includes episodes discussing depression, anxiety, identity, loneliness, stress, trauma, and more.

Episodes available: 15

Latest episode: Numb and disconnected: I want to feel something again

Where to listen:

• Apple Podcasts
• Spotify
• Google Podcasts

Find out more about the podcast here: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support/not-alone

Let’s Talk

Butterfly Foundation’s podcast Let’s Talk connects listeners with experts, people with lived experience of eating disorders, and their families and carers. The podcast aims to help people affected by eating disorders feel less alone, and support those personally affected or caring for a friend or family member to find out more about body image issues and eating disorders.

Episodes available: 14

Latest episode: Eating disorders and other mental health issues

Where to listen:

• Spotify
• Apple Podcasts
• Google Podcasts
• Pocket Casts
• iHeartRadio
• Stitcher

Find out more about the podcast here: https://butterfly.org.au/podcast/

The Thing About Cancer

This podcast from the Cancer Council provides information and insights for people affected by cancer. In each episode Julie McCrossin speaks with experts about cancer, answering questions for people diagnosed with cancer, their family and friends. The Thing About Cancer discusses coping strategies, treatment, helping someone with cancer, and many more topics.

Episodes available: 17

Latest episode: Family Dynamics and Cancer

Where to listen:

• Apple Podcasts
• Google Podcasts
• Spotify

Find out more about the podcast here: https://www.cancercouncil.com.au/podcasts/

iFarmwell Podcast

The ifarmwell podcast is an eight-part series for farmers and their supports, aiming to help them take control of their lives and reduce the impact negative situations have on them. The podcast guides listeners through strategies to effectively manage life’s changes and achieve better wellbeing.

Episodes available: 8

Latest episode: Tying it all together – you are in the driver’s seat

Where to listen:

• Apple Podcasts
• Spotify
• Soundcloud

Find out more about the podcast here: : https://www.ifarmwell.com.au/podcast/

H R U?

This podcast from Kids Helpline and Pedestrian aims to help young people tackle challenging, confronting and taboo issues. In each episode Marty Smiley speaks to guests about issues faced by 18 to 25 year olds, including peer pressure, navigating finances, identity, relationships, work related stress and more. The podcast aims to provide a safe space for young people to engage in conversations around mental health.

Episodes available: 16

Latest episode: When You’re Told You’re Not An Essential Worker

Where to listen:

• Apple Podcasts
• Spotify
• Youtube

Find out more about the podcast here: https://kidshelpline.com.au/hru

Holding on to Hope

Lifeline’s Holding on to Hope podcast shares personal stories from people who have lived through suicidality to support other people currently struggling with suicidal thoughts and those supporting them. In each episode participants share their personal experiences and the connection that gave them hope to continue living.

Episodes available: 23

Latest episode: Erik’s story of holding on to hope

Where to listen:

• Apple Podcasts
• Google Podcasts
• Spotify
• Amazon Music
• Castro
• Pocket Casts
• Overcast
• Stitcher
• Castbox
• Podfriend

Find out more about the podcast here: https://www.lifeline.org.au/real-experiences/holding-on-to-hope-podcast/

Strive and Thrive

A podcast from PANDA for new and expecting parents discussing the good things, the exciting things, the feelings and changes that come with parenthood and bringing a baby into your family. Each episode shares real experiences and practical tips from parents, as well as suggesting wellbeing tools and strategies.

Episodes available: 6

Latest episode: Unexpected birth experiences

Where to listen:

• Spotify
• Apple Podcasts
• Google Podcasts

Find out more about the podcast here: https://www.panda.org.au/survive-and-thrive-pandas-podcast-for-expecting-and-new-parents

We Need To Talk

This podcast from R U OK? explores how and when to ask ‘are you okay?’ for anyone who wants to support the people in their lives, with particular focus on LGBTIQA+ communities. Each episode discusses topics to help listeners support others, sharing stories and insights and tips to help start a conversation.

Episodes available: 4

Latest episode: You’re not alone

Where to listen:

• Apple Podcasts
• Spotify
• Deezer

Find out more about the podcast here: https://www.ruok.org.au/weneedtotalk

Raising Learners

Raising Children’s Raising Learners podcast provides practical advice and ideas to help children learn and thrive at school and at home. Each episode speaks to experts about supporting children’s health, wellbeing and engagement through different stages of their life and learning.

Episodes available: 14

Latest episode: Being active in your school community

Where to listen:

• Apple Podcasts
• Google Podcasts
• Spotify
• Stitcher
• TuneIn Radio
• Deezer
• Radio Public
• iHeartRadio

Find out more about the podcast here: https://raisingchildren.net.au/guides/podcasts-and-webinars/podcasts

Headspace Sessions Podcast Adelaide

This podcast from headspace Adelaide explores a range of topics relating to youth mental health including eating disorders, psychosis, anxiety, finding balance, sleep and more. Each episode discusses youth mental health with special guests and experts, providing practical advice, information and insight. The podcast aims to educate and inspire listeners, providing support to young people going through a tough time.

Episodes available: 13

Latest episode: Get into life with mindshare

Where to listen:

• Soundclous

Find out more about the podcast here: : https://soundcloud.com/headspacesessionsadelaide

Being Well

The Being Well podcast from Black Dog Institute shares inspirational stories from people who have been challenged by and overcome experiences with mental health conditions. Each episode explores individuals’ personal experiences with mental ill health, it’s place in their lives and it’s impact on the way they have chosen to live.

Episodes available: 22

Latest episode: Mel’s Story

Where to listen:

• Apple Podcasts
• Spotify Soundcloud

Find out more about the podcast here: https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/education-services/podcasts/being-well-podcast/