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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

How do you survive the music industry without losing creativity - or yourself?

This week, in our final episode of the series, John is joined by singer and actor Kate Nash.

Kate reflects on health difficulties that prompted her to rethink her future... more

In this week’s bonus episode, comedian Nish Kumar shares what he is grateful for. Leading the list is Nish’s partner of 14 years, Amy, who he says is very wise and kind, “Clever is useless if it’s not got kindness going through it”.

Nish’s friends, ... more

What happens when you realise your mind has been protecting you in ways you never understood?

In this episode, John is joined by comedian Nish Kumar. 

After a gig in 2019 became the catalyst for a period of anxiety, fear and hypervigilance, Nish ev... more

In this week’s bonus episode, comedian and writer Fatiha El-Ghorri shares what she is grateful for. Fatiha explains her gratitude for the rain, discussing her belief that ‘there is mercy in the rain’ to John. She is also grateful to be back in London... more

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Nish Kumar
Comedian, presenter, and podcaster
Self (guest)
Episode: Nish Kumar: 'What surprised me is how little I knew about my own mind'
Fatiha El-Ghorri
Comedian and performer discussed in episode
Self/Her work as comedian and author
Episode: Fatiha El-Ghorri: 'When you are confronted with your bias, you explore it'
Sam Bagshaw
Social media content creator focused on life with a stammer
Stammer Experiences / Sam Bagshaw
Episode: Sam Bagshaw: 'My stammer isn't stopping me'
Kelsey Waghorn
Guest on episode; shared personal journey and gratitude practices
Episode: Kelsey Waghorn: The Gratitude List
Scout Tzofiya Bolton
Author, poet, activist, and broadcaster
Episode: Scout Tzofiya Bolton: 'Trust the patient'
Rhian Mannings
Founder of the 2Wish charity, grieving mother and advocate
2Wish
Episode: Rhian Mannings: The Gratitude List
Jason Fox
Presenter, writer, and ex-Marine; host of Channel 4's SAS Who Dares Wins
Channel 4 / SAS Who Dares Wins
Episode: Jason Fox: ‘An emotion is an alarm bell telling us to pay attention, not to act’
Suzi Ruffell
Comedian and broadcaster
Comedian
Episode: Suzi Ruffell: The Gratitude List
Alison Spittle
Comedian, writer, actor, and podcaster
Alison Spittle
Episode: Alison Spittle ‘The compulsion to eat was stronger than wanting to live’

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • Great on many levels

    I really appreciate the openness and honesty in which John and his guests discuss the subject at hand. One of the tells about how unpretentious this podcast is are the snapshots that accompany each episode. They depict two normal people getting their photo taken and not a Photoshopped Botoxed Posey Posey pair. I find this podcast very interesting and enlightening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CD1970CD1970
    Canada2 months ago
  • Essential

    This is such a fantastic podcast. John is one of the best interviewers out there, perfectly gauged, empathetic and intelligent. An essential and enlightening pod

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bendertherobot
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Just superb

    John is such a brilliant interviewer - giving true thought, care and space to each guest. I cannot recommend this podcast highly enough. No matter what the subject John illuminates the humanity that connects us all. Truly incredible and inspiring listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jellify29
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • More than a comedian

    Please don’t be fooled, this isn’t just a comedian trying to interview people.

    John is an incredibly talented interviewer in his own right. He puts in the prep to ensure his questions are insightful and interesting.

    With his own lived experience, he is also thoughtful and empathetic when discussing mental health struggles.

    Just a wonderful podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tommypipesxxx
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Exceptional

    John Robins is an incredibly empathetic and talented interviewer. All of these interviews are interesting. Some are so moving it’s hard to listen. I cannot recommend this podcast highly enough.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ALM1078
    United Kingdom5 months ago

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The host is described as thoughtful, non-judgemental, and deeply engaged with guests.
Audience notes the show's ability to blend humor with serious mental-health discussions.
Listeners praise empathetic interviewing, thorough preparation, and the ability to foster open, moving conversations.

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Nish Kumar: The Gratitude List
Q: So what's first on your Gratitude List today, please?
First on Nish Kumar's list is Amy, his partner, for fourteen years of support and the everyday kindness she brings to their life together.
Nish Kumar: 'What surprised me is how little I knew about my own mind'
Q: How are you protecting yourself or planning to move forward given you'll be watching a lot of horrible stuff and talking about it publicly?
He emphasizes ongoing therapy as non-negotiable, withdrawal from parts of the internet, and a plan to maintain mental health while continuing to engage with difficult topics.
Nish Kumar: 'What surprised me is how little I knew about my own mind'
Q: What was it in that break from Edinburgh and seeing your therapist, can you remember when you sort of came back to yourself?
He details the moment of coming back into his body, the significance of a supportive best-man speech, and the re-entry into normal life with his therapist's guidance.
Nish Kumar: 'What surprised me is how little I knew about my own mind'
Q: So A, what do you mean by that? How does that lack of ability to operate the ship show itself?
He explains episodes of disassociation and the gradual recognition of his mental health struggles, including how he finally asked for help and began therapy to regain control.
Sam Bagshaw: 'My stammer isn't stopping me'
Q: How did Sam begin creating content about stammering?
He started with fitness videos, then learned about other people sharing stammer experiences online, which inspired him to start Stammer Experiences to document his own journey.

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The show features long-form conversations with a diverse range of guests who share personal experiences around coping, mental health, resilience, and gratitude. Episodes frequently center on practical strategies for managing anxiety, trauma, grief, and life challenges, often through gratitude rituals, mindfulness, therapy, and community support. A standout thread across episodes is the openness and humanity of guests—from public figures discussing high-stress careers to advocates sharing lived experiences—creating relatable, actionable takeaways for listeners seeking better coping mechanisms or inspiration to navigate difficult times.

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Recent guests on How Do You Cope? include:

1. Nish Kumar
2. Fatiha El-Ghorri
3. Sam Bagshaw
4. Kelsey Waghorn
5. Scout Tzofiya Bolton
6. Rhian Mannings
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