Mental wellness podcasts for all

Thousands of podcasts are available on our Oxford Podcasts website. Take a few minutes and discover content you might not have expected about a wide range of themes and topics, including enhancing your wellbeing. 

Understanding stress and anxiety 

Stress and anxiety are among the most common mental health issues. The new podcast series Stress and Anxiety by the University Counselling Service, delves into what stress and anxiety are, the common signs and symptoms to watch for, and some of the primary causes of stress and anxiety.

The series also explores how understanding basic physiology, neurology, and child development can help us understand why we might feel stressed or anxious. You will hear about practical strategies and long-term plans for managing stress and anxiety, which you can try on your own or with the assistance of a counsellor. 

Debunking myths and providing insights 

Organised by Oxford's Experimental Psychology Department, the podcast series Our Mental Wellness aims to educate, debunk myths, and spark discussions. Listen to world-renowned researchers share their knowledge about mental health conditions and effective, evidence-based treatments. It's an opportunity to find answers to your questions about maintaining our own and each other’s mental wellness. 

Discover your calm 

Do you need a moment of calm to help you stay focused during a hectic day? Are you concerned about feeling down? Or are you interested in learning about self-compassion or improving your sleep quality? Although primarily aimed at students, our series of podcasts about student life at Oxford share valuable insights for everyone. 

Seeking something different? 

There are many more topics available on our Oxford Podcasts website, ranging from nature and literature to physics and archaeology - explore and find something that interests you.