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On today’s episode we’re joined by someone who’s making a real impact in the mental health space.
Neil Smith is the co-founder of Mettle alongside Bear Grylls, an innovative mental wellbeing app designed to help men build confidence, resilience and emotional strength through practical, science-backed tools.
The focus of Mettle is on everyday mental fitness - not waiting until crisis hits, but empowering users to understand their emotions, develop healthier coping strategies and give them permission to take control of their mind in a simple, accessible way.
We talk to Neil about his stellar TV career, the inspiration behind the app, why so many people,  especially men, struggle to access the right kind of support, and how Mettle is helping change the conversation around male mental health.
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Welcome back to The Midlife Mentors and the first episode of 2026.
This year, James and I decided to look ahead at the things we’d like to achieve a little differently.

We didn’t want to pile pressure on ourselves. We didn’t want January to turn into another month of guilt, comparison or ‘I should be doing more’.

So in this episode we’re sharing the simple way we’re approaching our goals this year - with three things we advise not to do, and three things that we’re focusing on instead - so together, with us, you can move forward without the shame or the stress.
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As 2025 draws to a close, this episode feels rather special to us. It’s not about goals or resolutions - it’s a review - where we share what’s shaped us and what’s mattered most along the way.
We touch upon how our bodies have changed and how we’ve adapted our training, friendships and connections, faith and James’ book.
We also want to take this opportunity to say a heartfelt thank you to you all - for listening, for sharing the podcast, for your kind messages and your trust.
This will be our final episode before Christmas and the New Year, and wherever you are listening from, we hope this season brings you joy, rest and a moment to breathe before the next chapter begins.
See you in 2026!
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In this week’s episode of The Midlife Mentors Podcast, we’re joined by two incredible women who have spent years on the front line of love and relationships  - active daters turned true insiders - Julie and Yue.
They’re the powerhouse duo behind the award-winning Dateable podcast and authors of How To Be Dateable, a guide that’s helped countless people navigate the wild world of love in the digital age. 
Their work has been celebrated by the New York Times, The Huffington Post, Oprah Daily and so many others.
Julie brings her background in human-centred design and deep qualitative research, while Yue draws on her experience as a dating coach - together offering a rare blend of insight, humour and grounded wisdom.
In our conversation, we dive into expectations around dating at midlife, the biggest misconceptions, how apps have reshaped the landscape, and what’s coming next - whether the future is even more digital led, or if there’s a swing back to real-world connection. And of course, they share some brilliant tips to help you actually enjoy the process!
You can find Julie and Yue at dateablepodcast.com and on Instagram @dateablepodcast
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In this week’s episode of The Midlife Mentors podcast, we’re opening up about the things that have shifted in our marriage over the past year. It hasn’t all been smooth sailing - far from it. There were seasons that stretched us, humbled us and asked more of us than we expected.
But through honest reflection, deeper faith, and a bit of guidance from outside, we’ve found our way into a stronger, more grounded partnership. A love with more tenderness, more truth… and far more respect.
We each share the three changes we’ve seen in the other that have made a powerful, positive difference. Our hope is that something in our story helps you feel seen, less alone, and encouraged about what’s possible in your own relationships.
None of us have it all figured out. We’re all learning, growing, and doing the best we can. So take what resonates - and be gentle with yourself along the way.
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