Under the Surface – Details, episodes & analysis

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Under the Surface

Smithy and Marvin Sordell

Health & Fitness

Sports

Frequency: 1 episode/88d. Total Eps: 15

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🇬🇧 Great Britain - mentalHealth
21/10/2024
#97
🇬🇧 Great Britain - mentalHealth
20/10/2024
#82

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S4E4 - Billy Monger: How a Near-Fatal Crash Changed His Life and Mindset

Season 4 · Episode 4

Friday, October 18, 2024 • Duration 01:10:58

In this episode of Under the Surface, we visit Billy Monger at his home to explore how he transformed a life-altering racing accident into a new chapter of opportunity and advocacy, keeping his passion for racing alive.

At just seventeen, Billy's promising career in motorsport took a dramatic turn due to a devastating Formula 4 race crash, resulting in the loss of both his legs. In this inspiring chat, he recounts that transformative day and the intense months of recovery that followed.

Facing the stark realities of waking up as a double amputee, Billy discusses the mental and physical challenges of his journey to recovery, his return to racing, and his dedication to inspiring and supporting others facing sudden, life-altering changes.

Join us as we go #UnderTheSurface with Billy Monger. Watch the full episode on the Original Penguin website.

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S4E3 - Tour de France and Olympic champion Sir Bradley Wiggins opens up about childhood trauma and abuse.

Season 4 · Episode 4

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 • Duration 01:07:47

For the third episode of Season 4, host Smithy is joined by Sir Bradley Wiggins, the renowned British cyclist celebrated for world titles, eight Olympic medals, and a historic Tour de France victory.

Following our enlightening episode with Emmett J. Scanlan in Chester, our journey now takes us to Herne Hill Velodrome in South London, a place profoundly meaningful to Sir Bradley—where his love for cycling began.

Despite his incredible achievements on the track, Sir Bradley opens up about his personal struggles, including the challenges of his mental health. He recounts how cycling was both his escape and passion from a young age.

Sir Bradley candidly shares his darkest moments, including his experience of being sexually abused by his first coach at 13 and the deep-seated issues of self-worth that followed. He reflects on how these experiences impacted his life and mental health, emphasising the importance of addressing such traumas openly to help others who might be silently suffering.

He also delves into the complex relationship with his father, Gary Wiggins, whose absence and legacy profoundly influenced his path in cycling. Sir Bradley explains how his father’s shadow both drove and haunted him, shaping his pursuit of success and leaving a lasting impact on his mental health and self-identity.

In his professional life, Sir Bradley faced significant obstacles, including periods of intense self-doubt and the immense pressure of public expectation. Yet, his relentless determination and love for cycling propelled him forward. He speaks about pivotal moments in his career, highlighting how embracing every opportunity, no matter the scale, contributed to his enduring success.

Join us as we go #UnderTheSurface with Sir Bradley Wiggins.

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S2E2 - James Haskell - Grand Slam-winning rugby star, turned DJ, discusses self-doubt and how he's worked hard to overcome criticism

Season 2 · Episode 2

Tuesday, August 9, 2022 • Duration 01:14:30

Former England rugby international, James Haskell is the second guest for this new series of the Under the Surface podcast – and our first non-football guest. The podcast with Original Penguin and CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) brings people together from the world of sport and entertainment - uncovering their untold stories, driving conversations, and challenging the stigma surrounding mental health. James joined hosts Smithy (Sky Sports) and ex-footballer Marvin Sordell for an in-depth and passionate discussion around positive mindset and mental health.

The Grand Slam-winning rugby star, turned DJ, discusses in-depth, his mental preparation for games from a young age, and how visualization, amongst other pre-game rituals helped him conquer earlier England setbacks in his junior career. Also, referencing his positive use of a psychologist from a young age. James goes on to discuss self-doubt and how he's worked hard to overcome criticism. Alongside the importance of action and looking after your mental health as part of any wellness routine.

To watch along: https://www.originalpenguin.co.uk/pages/calm-underthesurface

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S2E1 - Jonathan Woodgate - former Real Madrid, Leeds, Newcastle and Spurs defender discusses his injury troubles at Madrid and how online trolls affected his confidence following his Middlesbrough sacking

Season 2 · Episode 1

Wednesday, June 8, 2022 • Duration 01:01:38

You never know what is going on in someone's life #UnderTheSurface. Back for Series 2, the podcast with Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) aims to drive conversations and challenge the stigma surrounding mental health. Listen to hosts, 'Smithy' (Sky Sports) and co-host, ex-player Marvin Sordell speak to guests from the world of sport, as they open up about the battles they have kept #UnderTheSurface.

Episode One of the new series features Jonathan Woodgate. The ex-Real Madrid, Leeds, Spurs and Newcastle player discusses his career setbacks and how he moved on from those low points. Covering everything from his injury troubles at Madrid, to his dismissal from Middlesbrough and how online trolls affected his confidence.

To watch along: https://www.originalpenguin.co.uk/pages/calm-underthesurface

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S1E3 - Manchester United legend Andrew Cole discusses how illness led him to suicidal thoughts

Season 1 · Episode 3

Thursday, December 9, 2021 • Duration 58:07

You never know what is going on in someone's life #UnderTheSurface. Our Podcast series with the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) aims to drive conversations and challenge the stigma surrounding mental health. Listen to hosts, 'Smithy' (Sky Sports) and co-host ex-player Marvin Sordell speak to guests from the world of sport, as they open up about the battles they have kept #UnderTheSurface.

For episode three Andy Cole opens up about his own mental health battles. The highs and lows of football, along with the mental challenges following his transplant.

To watch along: https://www.originalpenguin.co.uk/pages/calm-underthesurface

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S1E2 - Arsenal legend Jack Wilshere opens up about his own mental health battles. The highs and lows of football, along with the mental challenges of finding a new club

Season 1 · Episode 2

Wednesday, September 22, 2021 • Duration 45:57

You never know what is going on in someone's life #UnderTheSurface. Our Podcast series with the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) aims to drive conversations and challenge the stigma surrounding mental health. Listen to hosts, 'Smithy' (Sky Sports) and co-host ex-player Marvin Sordell speak to guests from the world of sport, as they open up about the battles they have kept #UnderTheSurface.

For episode two Jack Wilshere opens up about his own mental health battles. The highs and lows of football, along with the mental challenges of finding a new club.

To watch along: https://www.originalpenguin.co.uk/pages/calm-underthesurface

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S1E1 - Andros Townsend discusses grief and his struggles with addiction

Season 1 · Episode 1

Thursday, June 3, 2021 • Duration 51:56

You never know what is going on in someone's life #UnderTheSurface. Our Podcast series with the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) aims to drive conversations and challenge the stigma surrounding mental health. Listen to hosts, 'Smithy' (Sky Sports) and co-host ex-player Marvin Sordell speak to guests from the world of sport, as they open up about the battles they have kept #UnderTheSurface.

Under the Surface, features Andros Townsend for episode one as he talks about his struggles with gambling and bereavement.

To watch along: https://www.originalpenguin.co.uk/pages/calm-underthesurface

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S4E2 - Emmett J. Scanlan: 'Kin' and 'Fool Me Once' star on personal struggles with depression and loss

Season 4 · Episode 2

Monday, June 17, 2024 • Duration 01:14:32

For the second episode of Season 4, host Smithy is joined by Emmett J. Scanlan, the acclaimed Irish actor known for his roles in Kin, Peaky Blinders, and Fool Me Once. Following our inspiring first episode with Tubes at his home golf course, our journey now takes us to a place deeply significant to Emmett—Chester, his home for the last decade where he's built a family and a life away from the limelight.

Despite his success on screen, Emmett opens up about his personal battles, including the challenges of his mental health. He shares how acting became his escape and passion from a young age. This passion led him to a career where he could immerse himself in various characters, though it wasn't always an easy journey.

Emmett candidly discusses the darker times, including a period of depression and a devastating personal loss when his wife suffered a miscarriage. He also reflects on the profound impact of losing a close friend to suicide, sharing how these experiences shaped his perspective on life and mental health. Emmett emphasises the importance of talking about such experiences, revealing the widespread yet often silent suffering many go through.

In his professional life, Emmett faced significant challenges, including moments of self-doubt and rejection. However, his determination and love for storytelling saw him through. He speaks about the turning point in his career, when saying "yes" to every opportunity, no matter how small, led to a series of roles that revitalised his confidence and career trajectory.

Join us as we go #UnderTheSurface with Emmett J. Scanlan for an intimate, inspiring discussion about mental health, resilience, and the journey through personal and professional challenges.

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S4E1 - Tubes: Overcoming Alcoholism, Surviving a Heart Attack, and How Golf Saved Me

Season 4 · Episode 1

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 • Duration 01:09:16

For the launch of Season 4, host Smithy is joined by Peter Dale, better known as Tubes to millions of fans from his work on Soccer AM. This season, we're on the road, and for episode one, our journey takes us to a place pivotal to Tubes' personal battle against addiction—his home golf course at Foxhills.

Despite his fun-loving on-screen persona, Tubes candidly opens up about his past struggles with alcohol addiction. He shares how drinking gave him the confidence boost he craved but soon spiralled out of control, negatively impacting on his relationships.

Tubes paints an unfiltered picture of life as a "functioning alcoholic"—planning his days around drinking, lying to loved ones, and feeling intense shame and anxiety. He discusses his turning point in 2015, when a traumatic incident forced him to admit he was an alcoholic and needed to quit for good.

During his recovery journey, Tubes experienced a shocking heart attack due to a previously undetected hole in his heart.

Now, over eight years sober, Tubes has replaced alcohol with a new passion—golf. He explains how the game has given him purpose, healthier coping mechanisms, and a new career post-Soccer AM.

Join us as we go #UnderTheSurface with Tubes for an intimate, inspiring discussion about addiction, recovery, and advice for those facing the same battles that Tubes once did.

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S3E5 - Podcaster and content creator JaackMaate opens up on his battles with health anxiety and OCD

Season 3 · Episode 5

Wednesday, December 6, 2023 • Duration 01:03:54

For the latest release, host Smithy and co-host Leon McKenzie are joined by Jack Dean, better known as JaackMaate to his millions of social followers.

Despite his meteoric social media fame, Jack candidly shares his lifelong struggles with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and anxiety. He opens up about his traumatic childhood filled with family turmoil, and how creating YouTube videos became his lifeline.

Jack paints an unfiltered picture of living with severe OCD, including constant intrusive thoughts from health anxiety that disrupt his life daily. By speaking openly about his coping methods, from therapy to talking to mates, he hopes to help others suffering in silence feel less alone.

Previous episodes have included BAFTA-winning comedian Romesh Ranganathan, footballers Jack Wilshere and Andros Townsend, reality stars Jack Fincham and Ashley Cain, who have all openly discussed their mental health struggles.

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