We talk to Hiba about her mental health journey, self-love and becoming a mental health advocate. Hiba is a content creator and aspiring actress based in Scotland. She’s half Algerian, half Irish and was born in Scotland. She is also a writer and mental health advocate known for sharing her words of wisdom that help change the way people see life, themselves, and their relationships with others. So, let’s get into it. Learn more about Aye Feel: https://young.scot/campaigns/ayefeel/

We talk to Dan about being brave, his appearance on the UK's first-ever gay dating show 'I Kissed A Boy', and taking part in the first-ever HIV vaccine trial. He is an LGBTQ+ activist and ambassador for LGBTQ+ charities such as Terrence Higgins Trust, Stonewall and the Transgender Clinic. So, let’s get into it. Learn more about Aye Feel: https://young.scot/campaigns/ayefeel/

We talk to On-May about confidence. A creative and professional make-up artist from Glasgow, On-May creates incredible intricate transformative looks as well as the odd glam moment. You'll recognise her from the BBC show Glow Up which aired in 2023. So, let’s get into it. Learn more about Aye Feel: https://young.scot/campaigns/ayefeel/

We talk to Laura about climate anxiety, activism, burnout - and mooncups too! Laura's an award-winning climate activist, environmental scientist, and ethical influencer. She started the campaign to see single-use disposable vapes to be banned and has been nominated for a Holyrood Climate Action award. She's won a range of awards including Scottish Influencer of the Year, has been listed as one of the top climate creators to watch by Pique Action and Harvard and was a finalist in the Young Scot Awards environment category. So, let’s get into it. Learn more about Aye Feel: https://young.scot/campaigns/ayefeel/

We talk to Lindsay about gaming, escaping reality and setting online boundaries. Lindsay is a live streamer and actor and recently was in Gran Turismo (2023). You might know Lindsay by her username – toastie202. Gaming was an escape and a way to make friends, and it was these friends that encouraged her to start a Twitch channel which now has nearly 40K followers. So, let’s get into it. Learn more about Aye Feel: https://young.scot/campaigns/ayefeel/

We talk to Amy and Kirsten about post-natal anxiety and endometriosis and its impact on mental health. Founders of Aquarius Creative, Scotland’s largest influencer agency, which is the subject of the BBC's ‘The Agency: Unfiltered', the pair manage some of Scotland’s biggest social media influencers. So, let’s get into it. Learn more about Aye Feel: https://young.scot/campaigns/ayefeel/

Content warning: this episode talks about suicide and racism, resources are shared at the bottom of this description. We talk to Bemz about Men's Mental Health and his love for rap and his baby daughter. Born in Nigeria and growing up in London then moving to Scotland at 14, Bemz was driven to music by the death of his brother and growing up in an isolated community. Bemz has been a support for the Snuts, made a Scottish Album of the Year Award nominated 2020 debut album ‘Saint of Lost Causes’ and performed at the BBC Introducing Scottish Artist of the Year final in 2022. So, let’s get into it. Learn more about Aye Feel: https://young.scot/campaigns/ayefeel/ If you or someone you know is having thoughts about suicide: Call Childline for free on 0800 1111 or Samaritans on 116 123. If you or someone you know are in immediate danger, call 999.

Content warning: this episode talks about suicide and homophobia, resources are shared at the bottom of this description. We talk to Zander about being the first Scottish professional footballer to come out as gay. Since coming out, Zander has been passionate about being a role model to the sporting community, empowering younger people, specifically footballers, to be their true, authentic selves. So, let’s get into it. Learn more about Aye Feel: https://young.scot/campaigns/ayefeel/ If you are the victim of homophobic bullying, in sport, at work or school help is available: Call Samaritans on 116 123. You can learn more about sexual identity on the ChildLine website. You can also phone them on 0800 1111. If you or someone you know is having thoughts about suicide: Call Childline for free on 0800 1111 or Samaritans on 116 123. If you or someone you know are in immediate danger, call 999.

We talk to Rachel about body positivity and online trolling. Rachel is a content creator with over two million followers, who is passionate about promoting body positivity and does so by flaunting her loved double chins. She creates hilarious content using her confident alter ego, Denise. So, let’s get into it. Learn more about Aye Feel: https://young.scot/campaigns/ayefeel/

Content warning: this episode talks about grief, resources for grief are shared at the bottom of this description. We talk to Choirstaidh about grief and depression. Choirstaidh is a Gàidhlig-speaking artist and content creator who studied at the Glasgow School of Art before working in Gaelic Media and as a freelance creative. On her social media, she discusses grief, mental health, her creative practice as well as Gaelic language and culture. So, let’s get into it. Learn more about Aye Feel: https://young.scot/campaigns/ayefeel/ Resources on grief: Cruse Bereavement Care Scotland Phone: 0808 802 6161 Breathing Space Phone: 0800 83 85 87

We talk to Mark about imposter syndrome. You might know him from his viral TikToks and the now-famous phrase "haha", for which he made merchandise last year! He might be the last person you expect to be talking about imposter syndrome. So, let’s get into it. https://young.scot/campaigns/ayefeel/

This is How Aye Feel is the new Young Scot podcast. Katy J chats with guests about life in Scotland, a topic close to their heart and how they cope in the world we find ourselves in today.