Pete Wicks' Man Made

<p>Pete is joined by writer and activist Jameela Jamil for a conversation about masculinity, empathy and why so many young men feel lost today.</p><p>From the rise of online role models to the pressures boys face growing up today, this episode explores what happens when men are raised to suppress emotion rather than understand it.</p><p>Jameela shares her perspective on why anger often replaces vulnerability, how boys are taught what not to be instead of what to become, and why responsibility, friendship and emotional expression matter more than outdated ideas of strength.</p><p>They also discuss platonic relationships between men and women, the male loneliness epidemic, the importance of physical and emotional outlets, and why accountability and collaboration between the sexes may be key to building a healthier future for everyone.</p><p>If you want to find mental health support where you live, or talk about your feelings, visit the Hub of Hope (<a href="http://www.hubofhope.co.uk">www.hubofhope.co.uk</a>), where you can find links to services across the UK.</p><p>We’d love you to join the conversation, follow @manmadepod on Instagram &amp; TikTok.</p><p>Producer - Elly Lazarides</p><p>Senior Video Producer - Elena Cotton</p><p>Camera Operator - Garry Brown</p><p>Social Media Producer - Demi Brockway</p><p>Production Assistant - Emily Spungin</p><p>Production Manager - Sarah Nicholls</p><p>Executive Producer - Finn Ryan</p><p>Head of Production - Cat Moran</p><p>Chief Creative Officer - Lucie Cave</p>

<p>Pete sits down with Tom Davis, BAFTA winning comedian, writer and actor.</p><p>From dismantling the myth of the ‘alpha male’ to navigating anxiety, burnout and sobriety, this episode explores what happens when the man the world expects you to be doesn’t match how you actually feel inside.</p><p>Tom opens up about fatherhood and responsibility, the role humour has played in masking vulnerability, and why intention (not image) is what really defines a good man.</p><p>Tom’s Spudgun 2026 tour has officially begun, with dates up and down the country all year long.</p><p>If you want to find mental health support where you live, or talk about your feelings, visit the Hub of Hope (<a href="http://www.hubofhope.co.uk">www.hubofhope.co.uk</a>), where you can find links to services across the UK.</p><p>We’d love you to join the conversation, follow @manmadepod on Instagram &amp; TikTok.</p><p>Producer - Connor Gani<br>Senior Video Producer - Elena Cotton<br>Camera Operator - Garry Brown<br>Social Media Producer - Demi Brockway<br>Production Assistant - Emily Spungin<br>Production Manager -Sarah Nicholls<br>Executive Producer - Finn Ryan<br>Head of Production - Cat Moran<br>Chief Creative Officer - Lucie Cave&nbsp;</p>

<p>Pete sits down with musician, rapper and mental health advocate Stephen Manderson (better known as Professor Green).</p><p>From what it really means to be “a work in progress”, to why anger so often replaces emotion in men, this episode explores accountability, shame, grief, fatherhood and the lifelong search for feeling safe in your body.</p><p>Stephen speaks candidly about his upbringing, loss, neurodivergence, addiction, and the impact becoming a father has had on how he shows up for himself and others.</p><p>Heavy at times but hopeful throughout, this one will stay with you long after it ends.</p><p>Content Warning: Suicide, Addiction</p><p>If you want to find mental health support where you live, or talk about your feelings, visit the <strong>Hub of Hope</strong> (<a href="http://www.hubofhope.co.uk">www.hubofhope.co.uk</a>), where you can find links to services across the UK.</p><p>We’d love you to join the conversation, follow @manmadepod on Instagram &amp; TikTok.</p><p>Producer - Connor Gani<br>Senior Video Producer - Elena Cotton<br>Camera Operator - Garry Brown<br>Social Media Producer - Demi Brockway<br>Production Assistant - Emily Spungin<br>Production Manager -Sarah Nicholls<br>Executive Producer - Finn Ryan<br>Head of Production - Cat Moran<br>Chief Creative Officer - Lucie Cave&nbsp;</p>

<p>For Men’s Mental Health Month, Pete went to Downing Street for a very special one-off episode to interview the Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. Luckily for Pete, they did let him through that iconic black door to put a few questions to the man in charge of running the country.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>The bad language may be gone, but Pete’s Big One is here to stay, and Sir Keir opened up about his role models, challenging relationship with his dad, how he’s doing things differently with his own children, and what really makes him angry.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Maybe you voted for him, and maybe you didn’t - but either way, this isn’t an ordinary interview with the prime minister so give it a listen and enjoy.&nbsp;</p><p>Man Made will be returning for a second series in the new year, but while you wait we’d love you to join in the conversation, to do so follow @manmadepod on Instagram &amp; TikTok.&nbsp;</p><p></p><p>Thank you to Prostate Cancer UK for sponsoring this episode.</p><p>&nbsp;Men’s lives shouldn’t be left up to chance, so search “check your risk” now or visit prostatecanceruk.org/manrisk</p><p>The 30-second Risk Checker Tool gives you tailored information about your risk that can help you have a conversation with your GP about getting tested.</p><p></p><p>For Biscuit Jim&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Lead Producer – Elly Lazarides&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Executive Producer – Geoff Jein&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For Bauer Media Group:&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Director of Photography - Ben Warburton&nbsp;</p><p>Senior Video Producer - Elena Cotton&nbsp;</p><p>Executive Producer – Finn Ryan&nbsp;</p><p>Head of Production – Cat Moran&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Chief Creative Officer –  Lucie Cave&nbsp;</p>

<p>For the last episode of this series, there was only one guest that Pete could invite on. His best friend, business partner and podcast co-host Sam Thompson.&nbsp;</p><p>In this honest conversation, Pete and Sam put joking aside and talk seriously about self-esteem and getting out of ‘a pickle’. Listen now to find out whether Sam will crack Pete’s tough exterior to find out whether or not he does have a goey centre.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;If you want to find mental health support where you live, or talk about your feelings, visit the Hub of Hope (<a href="http://www.hubofhope.co.uk">www.hubofhope.co.uk</a>) where you can find links to services across the UK.&nbsp;</p><p>We’d love you to join in the conversation, to do so follow @manmadepod on Instagram &amp; TikTok&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For Biscuit Jim&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Lead producer – Elly Lazarides&nbsp;</p><p>Talent Booker – Lana Webb&nbsp;</p><p>Assistant Producer – Beth Linnell&nbsp;</p><p>Executive Producer – Geoff Jein&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For Bauer Media Group:&nbsp;</p><p>Social Media Producer - Serena Bhardwaj&nbsp;</p><p>Lead Video Producer Editor - Greg Stocks&nbsp;</p><p>Camera Operator and Edit Assistant - Owen Nosal&nbsp;</p><p>Head of Video – Edie Jefferys&nbsp;</p><p>Chief Creative Officer – Lucie Cave&nbsp;</p>