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How Do You Cope?

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Comedian and broadcaster John Robins sits down with guests each week to ask the very simple question; How Do You Cope?

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Latest Episodes

In this week’s bonus episode, campaigner Esther Ghey shares what she is grateful for. John and Esther reflect on silent retreats, time with friends, morning walks and the tulips in Postman’s Park, as well as the work of the Brianna Ghey Legacy projec... more

How do you navigate the world after the murder of your child?

John is joined by Esther Ghey, mother of Brianna Ghey who was murdered in 2023. Following her daughter’s death, Esther found herself confronting an online world filled with hostility and ... more

In this week’s bonus episode, comedian, podcaster, writer and actor Alison Spittle shares the things she’s grateful for. Podcasting, the TV show Pointless, and late-90s pop bands such as the Spice Girls and S Club 7 all feature, along with Mounjaro a... more

What does it mean when your coping mechanism stops working for you?

John speaks to comedian, podcaster, writer and actor Alison Spittle about using food as protection, and how it shaped her sense of self. 

After a serious health scare forced a chan... more

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Recent Guests

Richard Osman
Presenter, producer and author
Television (Pointless, House of Games) and Thursday Murder Club author
Episode: Richard Osman: '⁠The addiction itself becomes the shame'
Anthony Scaramucci
Former communications director to Donald Trump
Former White House Communications Director
Episode: How Do You Cope is back for a brand new series!
Alison Spittle
Comedian
Comedian
Episode: How Do You Cope is back for a brand new series!
Esther Ghey
Campaigner and author
Campaigner and Author
Episode: How Do You Cope is back for a brand new series!
Bryony Gordon
Author and mental health advocate
Episode: Bryony Gordon: The Gratitude List
Philippa York
Former professional cyclist and author
Independent
Episode: Philippa York: The Gratitude List
Izzy Judd
Author, presenter, and musician
Independent
Episode: Izzy Judd: ‘I had to learn to let go of control’
Nicky Campbell
Broadcaster and journalist known for his work in television and radio.
Episode: Nicky Campbell: The Gratitude List
Sophie Willan
Comedian and writer.
Episode: Sophie Willan: The Gratitude List (Encore)

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John Robins
Host of the show, known for empathetic, thoughtful interviewing and a focus on mental health, gratitude, and coping strategies.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • The world needs more Johns

    Always thought provoking and wonderful guests. I love how John allows people to talk, listens sensitively, emphatically and with non-judgement. Our world could do with more John-types! The epitome of how to be a non-toxic man! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GG Listening
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Absorbing even if you don't know the interviewee

    Enough about what a brilliant interviewer John is (he is) and a well deserved round of applause for whoever chooses the interviewees (might also be John...who knows?). I saw this week's episode pop up on my feed and thought Philippa York? Who? Just a brilliant interviewee, that's who, with an incredible and utterly absorbing story. Funny, self deprecating, frank...I enjoyed this episode so much. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    vtumk
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Brilliant!

    As somebody who has lost a child to cancer, I have gained so much from many of these episodes! Amazing and insightful, John you host beautifully! 5 stars!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sonya snith
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Jordan Stephens episode is magnificent

    This podcast is consistently good - always thought provoking and insightful. I never really write reviews but the Jordan Stephens episode was so good I felt compelled to write this review in the hope of swaying anyone, but men in particular, to listen to that episode in particular. Well done and thank you John and Jordan.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steve Henney
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Sensitive, insightful and inspiring

    I knew John Robins was a good guy - he is a massive Queen fan, after all. His thoughtful, active listening and tangible empathy makes this one of the most inspiring podcasts that I listen to. He is willing to draw on his own experiences and self-development journey when interviewing a fantastic range of guests. As a trainee therapist, I’ve really learned so much from these humorous, deep and powerful conversations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jawboxj
    United Kingdom9 months ago

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Thoughtful, compassionate interviewing that lets guests share their stories
Consistently high-quality conversations with deep, real-world takeaways
Listeners praise the host for empathetic, non-judgmental questions and insightful prompts
The show is seen as essential listening for mental-health and personal-growth communities
Guests and topics are varied but united by themes of coping and gratitude

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Richard Osman: The Gratitude List
Q: Can I just ask what age you found that out?
Richard Osman explains he was born with nystagmus and that his mom also has it, which clarified the hereditary nature of his visual impairment.
Anton Ferdinand: ‘It felt like me versus football’
Q: What do young black and Asian players need to hear and see in terms of support and action?
They need to see real accountability from governing bodies, ensuring that the consequences for racist actions are serious enough to make a difference.
Anton Ferdinand: ‘It felt like me versus football’
Q: What would you like to have said during the incident involving John Terry?
I wish I would have just spoken my truth from the beginning, outlining clearly what was said without hesitation.
Amanda Knox: ‘ I felt utterly ostracised by the rest of humanity’
Q: What did you learn about victimhood through your experience?
Amanda emphasized that both she and Meredith Kercher are victims of the crime and its repercussions, highlighting the complexities of such narratives.
Amanda Knox: ‘ I felt utterly ostracised by the rest of humanity’
Q: How did your wrongful imprisonment shape your coping mechanisms?
Amanda discussed developing a philosophy grounded in Buddhism and Stoicism, which helped her navigate through immense suffering.

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This show centers on open, compassionate conversations about coping with life's challenges, mental health, gratitude, and personal growth. Guests range from mental-health advocates and authors to performers and athletes, often sharing difficult experiences with honesty, humor, and practical strategies for managing anxiety, trauma, and burnout. The host's interviewing style appears to be empathetic, thoughtful, and deeply curious, typically drawing out personal stories that illuminate resilience, gratitude, and the human side of difficult topics. A standout feature is how episodes weave gratitude and practical coping mechanisms into wide-ranging conversations, sometimes including encore segments or listener correspondence. The format often b... more

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1. Richard Osman
2. Anthony Scaramucci
3. Alison Spittle
4. Esther Ghey
5. Bryony Gordon
6. Philippa York
7. Izzy Judd
8. Nicky Campbell

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