Onward Shift Podcast | Mental Health in Construction

Hosted by Vishal Narbheram, Electrician and Founder of Onward Shift

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Episodes 47

Avg. Duration 48m

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Since May 2024

Latest Episode May 2026

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Every 2 Weeks

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About This Podcast

The conversations most people avoid are often the ones that matter most. The Onward Shift Podcast explores honest discussions around mental health in construction and the challenges people face both on and off the job site. Each episode dives into real topics like stress, suicide, addiction, grief, anxiety, wellbeing and personal growth. Through open conversations with guests from around the world, the aim is to break the silence around difficult topics, encourage better mental health conversations and remind people they’re not alone. Together we are stronger so no-one should feel alone!

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Recent Episodes

S3E23 Electrician to Advocate: Vishal Narbheram on Mental Health & Onward Shift

May 01, 2026 1h 15m

In this episode of The Hurt Locker Podcast, The podcast that opens a door into men's mental health. Real Men. Real Stories. Real Mental Health Conversations, host Yinka Yesufu sits down with Vishal…

S3E22 Grief, Vulnerability & Healing: A Conversation with Kate Nudds

Apr 13, 2026 54m

SummaryIn this heartfelt and compassionate episode of the Onward Shift Podcast, Vishal Narbheram sits down with award winning grief coach Kate Nudds to explore the many forms grief can take and how…

S3E21 The Pain Tank: Why Men Die by Suicide - Dr. Susie Bennett Explains

Mar 30, 2026 1h 28m

SummaryIn this powerful and research-led episode of the Onward Shift Podcast, Vishal Narbheram is joined by Dr. Susie Bennett, whose academic work focuses on understanding male suicide and the deeper…

S3E21 £100,000 Lost: Paul Nash on Gambling, ADHD & Rebuilding His Life

Mar 16, 2026 45m

SummaryIn this powerful episode of the Onward Shift Podcast, Vishal Narbheram sits down with Paul Nash to explore a deeply honest journey through gambling addiction, ADHD, mental health struggles and…

S3E20 Fall Seven Times: Brett Smith on Trauma, Addiction & Rebuilding a Life

Mar 02, 2026 1h 2m

SummaryIn this powerful episode of the Onward Shift Podcast, Vishal Narbheram sits down with Brett Smith, Global Safety Director, to unpack a life defined not by tragedy but by resilience. At just 18…

S3E19 Resilience, Family & Finding Light Through Illness - A Conversation with Clive Branson

Feb 15, 2026 49m

In this deeply moving episode of the Onward Shift Podcast, Vishal Narbheram is joined by Clive for an honest and inspiring conversation about family, resilience and navigating life through profound…

S3E18 Vulnerability, Hope & Culture Change in Construction - A Conversation with Craig Paton

Jan 15, 2026 1h 17m

In this powerful and honest episode of the Onward Shift Podcast, Vishal Narbheram is joined by Craig Paton for a deeply human conversation about vulnerability, purpose, addiction and the urgent need…

S3E17 Men, Mental Health & The Power of Vulnerability - A Conversation with Valentin Moyo

Nov 26, 2025 1h 4m

SummaryIn this powerful and deeply human episode of the Men Are Human Too podcast, hosted by Valentin Moyo, guest Vishal Narbheram (founder of Onward Shift) opens up with raw honesty about the…

S3E16 The Hidden Struggles of Gambling Addiction

Oct 15, 2025 1h 15m

SummaryIn this powerful and eye-opening episode of the Onward Shift podcast, host Vishal Narbheram sits down with Katy Wilson from the charity Bet Know More and Andy May, who courageously shares his…

S3E15 Meet the Founder of Onward Shift - Vishal Narbheram

Sep 10, 2025 1h 9m

SummaryIn this powerful episode of the Onward Shift podcast, the table turn when guest Vishal Narbheram sits down with host Jimmy Webb and opens up the first time about his personal journey with…

S2E12 Masculinity with Author George Bell

Aug 27, 2025 1h 6m

SummaryIn this episode of the Onward Shift podcast, Vishal Narbheram and George Bell dive into the complexities of masculinity, mental health and the importance of vulnerability and connection among…

S2E11 Mental Health, Career Coaching & Cracking the Hidden Job Market

Aug 13, 2025 1h 4m

In this powerful episode of The Onward Shift, host Vishal Narbheram talks with career coach Stuart Blake about the often-overlooked link between mental health and job seeking. Drawing on over 30…

S3E14 Tools Down, Lets Talk Mental Health in Construction with Steven Kirby

Jul 30, 2025 1h 5m

In this moving episode of Onward Shift, host Vishal Narbheram sits down with Steven Kirby to confront a growing crisis—mental health in the construction industry. With suicide rates alarmingly high…

S3E13 Muscle to Misery - How Steroids Almost Killed me with Zac Wilkinson!

Jul 16, 2025 52m

Episode SummaryIn this raw and eye-opening episode of The Onward Shift podcast, Zak Wilkinson opens up about his harrowing journey through steroid use, addiction and recovery. What started as a quest…

S2E10 Loneliness, Masculinity & Mental Health - A Raw Conversation with Will Hamilton

Jul 02, 2025 55m

In this powerful second episode with counsellor Will Hamilton, Vishal dives deep into one of the most pressing issues facing men today: loneliness. With over 8 million men in the UK experiencing…

S3E11 Demystifying Tendering & Thriving in Construction - with Eve Lameks

Jun 18, 2025 41m

In this episode of Onward Shift, Vishal sits down with Eve Lameks commercial manager, quantity surveyor and co-founder of Tender Trainers for a real, grounded and empowering conversation about all…

S2E9 Breaking Beliefs, Building Confidence with Gemma Cousins

Jun 04, 2025 59m

In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of Onward Shift, Vishal sits down with Gemma Cousins, life coach, former professional actress and founder of Core Coaching for a deeply honest…

S3E10 If It Can Happen to Me. Alan’s Fight for Life, Identity & Mental Health

May 21, 2025 1h 8m

This week on Onward Shifts Podcast, Vishal welcomes Alan Bates, a seasoned construction director and devoted father, for one of the most vulnerable, courageous and eye-opening conversations to date.…

S2E8 The Journey from Boy to Man: Real Talk on Fatherhood, Fear & Finding Balance

May 07, 2025 59m

In this powerful episode of The Onward Shift Podcast, host Vishal Narbheram sits down with therapist Will Hamilton to unpack the emotional, messy, and transformative journey from boyhood to…

S3E9 Building Financial Resilience: Real Talk for the Construction Industry

Apr 23, 2025 56m

Money struggles are real, especially in the construction industry. Delayed payments, unpredictable income, living paycheque to paycheque and feeling like you're always one van breakdown away from…

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Onward Shift Podcast | Mental Health in Construction has published 47 episodes since May 2024, covering topics in Health & Fitness, Mental Health.

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Onward Shift Podcast | Mental Health in Construction is currently active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 48m.

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