I have just discovered this podcast and I love it.

So far I have only heard two episodes, one with one of my favourite actors, Joanna Scanlon, and one just now with Dame Carol.

I am in alcohol recovery and get great strength and entertainment from pods and books. I shall now start reading some of your books too as soon as I finish James Joyce’s Ulysses!

Keep up the good work and thank you very much.

Bryony Gordon can do no wrong on my eyes.

I love her books, her honesty in tackling difficult subjects and heroutlook on life. This podcast is fab

Very useful and interesting podcast that tackles life threatening difficulties knowledgeably and realistically. Thank you Bryony to you and your big hearted guests.

Bryony, “How are you really” is so simple yet so powerful! Thank-you … I lost both parents over covid very close together and my world shifted…. How are you really is slowly becoming our new friends and family moto… just incredible xx

As someone in long term recovery I never tire of listening to how it is or was for others touched by addiction. This keeps me on the right path.

All of the guests on this series have touched me in one way or another, thank you for such a thoughtful line up of experiences.

One day at a time!

I can’t tell you the relief I felt listening to Camilla T’s episode with Bryony describing her upbringing in a house with an alcoholic - we’re not alone!! This mini series is so important, addiction is still so misunderstood. Thank you Bryony!!

I have listened to this for a few months now and think it is an excellent listen. I’ve just heard the recent Nile Rogers episode and it is quite simply brilliant. Briony has all the right instincts of an excellent interviewer and brings out the best in her guests. Highly recommended.

Addiction series is just brilliant. Everyone should listen!

So glad I discovered this podcast of a relatable discussion on mental health. Catching up on previous episodes, it’s like a conversation with your friend

Ugh honestly, between you and Fern cotton, I just feel like I want to sit with you and have a cuppa and a blether. Hilarious, inspirational, opened minded and honest. What a stupendous human being. Never stop making podcasts please 🙏🏼❤️

In the early days of this podcast I enjoyed listening. Unfortunately as it has gone on Bryony’s gushing over her guests has grown to intolerable levels. The episode with Fearne Cotton was the last straw for me. The first time she interviewed her it was great - thoughtful and brave. The recent episode was like privileged teenagers cackling together- the shrieks of false laughter were just too much. I am deleting my subscription.

I love your podcast have, interesting and inspirational guests. You must get Gabor mate on your pod cast I think he’s great to. Xx

Well the one with fearne cotton, blooming brilliant, like I was out walking and chatting with my friends, easygoing and so engaging and thought provoking. Just what I needed.

I love Bryony, she asks the best questions, always curious but really warm and open. Just finished Fearne’s episode and it was my fave yet! Xxx

I saw Bryony at the happy festival a few years ago. She was so entertaining and I have all her books and enjoy this podcast every week

I’ve only just found this podcast I’m experiencing mental health problems I’m one a waiting list to see a psychologist to determine if I have autism or depression it’s very frustrating constantly being told only a phone call is available

I was slightly surprised to see the week’s interviewee. Bryony’s questioning was sycophantic claptrap -like an over indulgent mother who can see no wrong in her boy. Much like her writing it epitomises everything that is wrong with the world. It glorifies rich, whiny, narcissistic, professional victims constantly navel gazing and telling themselves that life has short changed them when they have been the recipients of unimaginable privilege. All egged on by Bryony who has made herself victim-in-chief and has the objectivity of a teenage girl. Anyone who has read her articles will be familiar it but the podcasts takes the victim culture to another level. Hunter Biden is an addict that has received breaks that poor people could only imagine-just like Bryony he takes no responsibility for his actions and paints himself as the victim regardless of all the damage he has caused to others. But don’t worry folks….Bryony just wanted to give him a big hug after her lovefest...someone pass me a bucket.

Love this podcast and the guests you talk to. It really helps to know that each of us are not alone and everyone goes through tough times with mental health.

I’d love it if you asked Miranda Hart to be a guest. She’s just great and also not afraid to be slightly mad in a fun, funny way!

This podcast made me feel someone was speaking my words & feelings in my head & heart perfectly for me.

Ive read the book the boy the mole the fox & the horse. Charlie - your an extraordinary talented and wonderful human being. I thank you for being you and for touching mine, and so many others hearts and minds. Ive been in a dark place, and slowly digging my way ( mole like) back to the surface of this sinking mud Ive felt I’m in recently. I know 1000’s of people are suffering the same thing, so Ive not felt comfortable saying how I feel or that I need help- because the fear is someone might say to me, ‘oh do shut up, your not the only one!’ And i wouldn’t take that too well, as I know I’m not alone in this...I am just trying to muddle through and get over all this alone, without bothering anyone. What your doing..is a wonderful talented and great thing. Thank you for you x stay safe

Moving, funny, sad, uplifting, honest... every one of these podcasts was incredible listening. Thank you to the amazing Bryony Gordon x

Love Bryony and every single guest that’s appeared on Mad World. I’ve cried and laughed in equal amounts. An absolute joy x

Love Bryony

Had to say how much I enjoyed if that’s the right word the interview with Hunter Bidon. Yes he is lucky to have the wealth and privilege but that does not make his words any less inspiring for all struggling. It was Brutally honest and a great conversation between two people who understand the meaning of rock bottom and recovery. Best on yet although you can’t beat Stacey for uplifting conversations

Excellent podcast - the Hunter Biden episode was superb and great for anyone in the grips of addiction, in recovery or for those who want to know a bit more on the topic.

Thank you.

One day at a time.

Darren, London.

Love these episodes-feels like I’m listening to friends chat rather than an interview. And I always find a take away message for me!

I love Mad World podcasts and so glad I stumbled across them way back. I’ve now managed to catch up with them all. They bring hope, laughter, honesty, emotion, love and so much more. Bryony is the friend you want to hang out with and the chats are always so welcoming. Keep doing what you are doing Bryony ❤️

I was slightly surprised to see the week’s interviewee. Bryony’s questioning was sycophantic claptrap -like an over indulgent mother who can see no wrong in her boy. Much like her writing it epitomises everything that is wrong with the world. It glorifies rich, whiny, narcissistic, professional victims constantly navel gazing and telling themselves that life has short changed them when they have been the recipients of unimaginable privilege. All egged on by Bryony who has made herself victim-in-chief and has the objectivity of a teenage girl. Anyone who has read her articles will be familiar it but the podcasts takes the victim culture to another level. Hunter Biden is an addict that has received breaks that poor people could only imagine-just like Bryony he takes no responsibility for his actions and paints himself as the victim regardless of all the damage he has caused to others. But don’t worry folks….Bryony just wanted to give him a big hug after her lovefest...someone pass me a bucket.

Such a thought provoking interview with Hunter Biden. I have read articles in the press about him and flattering they were not, however here is a man who suffered much trauma which I cannot even imagine trying to deal with. He was honest, warm and brave and thank you Bryony for a really interesting conversation about addiction and how life is faced one day at a time.

I love your podcast thank you but hunters was so beautiful and honest x

Loved loved loved the uplifting interview with Stacey. Both Bryony and Stacey were very entertaining and genuine.

Loved loved loved this interview! So much of your interview related... the bit where you say see you in the morning! I do this EVERY night with my boys but I just say “in the Morning” and if they don’t say if I wait until they do! My poor 15 year old must think I’m mad but he still goes along with it and it’s weirdly become a part of bedtime routine! If I’m out and they have some one sitting I text it to them and they text it back!!! It’s sounds crazy doesn’t it?! I think you’re such a lovely person and that’s why you have got where you have got... you too Bryony!! I love your interview skills and have listened to all your podcasts! I’ve suffered from ocd in the past and alot of what you have said completely relates too so thank you to you both!!!! Keep being fabulous!!!! ❤️❤️

She sounds like a great person and I’m sure she’s a funny friend, but I find her interviews far too sycophantic! She kind of drools over her guests which is a little off putting.

I too was moved by the overwhelming love in Shuggie. I read somewhere that the author was on this podcast so listened to it. I wish the host had let Stuart talk more rather than inserting quite so much of herself snd her own opinions (although of course that is her right this being her podcast). The remark about the Lord on question time etc was uncalled for and not representative of what was actually said (it encompassed the generally accepted principle of applying QALY where resources are finite and demand for medical care are infinite). Just an example of the interviewer confirming her own simplistic political convictions on the back of a book that has so much more in it to unpack. A missed opportunity to learn and appreciate what stories and insights Stuart might have shared, if he had been allowed to speak freely rather than respond to Gordon’s lengthy but random exclamations.

I’m so happy that this podcast is back, I love Bryony and there is something therapeutic about listening to these episodes. The latest one with Charlie Mackesy was amazing, what a wonderfully humble man with such wise words. I hope they do call each other and we need a photo of the swim because we all know if there’s no photo it didn’t happen!! Thank you to you both💛

Loved the first episode of the new series! What a nice guy is Charlie

Bryony is just such a refreshing person to listen to. She really is wonderful. Loved the interview with Charlie. It sounded like a real connection was made between both and Charlie sounds just lovely. Thank you Bryony for all of the wonderful things you do, including this podcast. 😍

I love Mad World and I have been so excited for it to start up again. For me it is a type of therapy. The first episode definitely didn’t disappoint. I listened with tears streaming down my face, what a beautiful soul Charlie Mackesy is. Honest, compassionate, open and what great metaphors- frozen soup...I love it and can totally resonate! Can’t wait for the next episode, missed you Bryony!

I love Bryony Gordon and have read two of her books. Love her honesty and humour and how she brings this out in her guests. This has been the perfect listen when out running.

I’ve just come across this after a friend recommending and I absolutely love it! (A couple of episodes in now). It’s so honest and real, and I find Bryony such a good interviewer who talks easily to her guests and is great to listen to! Great lockdown find that I can get through over the coming weeks!

By far one of the best ever podcast I’ve ver listened to, we need another season ASAP.

Jane am running out for your book 📚 good luck with the self pleasure until your Prince comes to visit you on his horse xxxx

Bloody brilliant , honest and entertaining. Well done Bryony

Every guests have their own take on live- my favs include- Prince Harry, Jeff Braizer and Donna Lancaster . A joy

An insightful, thoughtful and unpretentious reminder of what is required for a healthy mind, conveyed in a style that is easily understood. I am not your average telegraph reader ( if such a thing exists) but the topic of your conversation could not have come at a more timely moment in my life! The podcast added hope and sunshine to a somewhat dreary day... Bravo 👏🏼

Thank you I just loved this so much. I’m gonna listen to it over and over.

Thank you for this episode. Hearing Katy and Natalie talk about their experiences in Sierra Leone was awe inspiring. As an NHS Sonographer I found their words comforting, reminding me it’s ok to be scared and that as a small part of the effort being made by so many Key Workers doing my own little bit is enough. It was nice to hear the term health care workers being used because this encompasses the many people involved as well as our wonderful Doctors and Nurses. There are HCA’s, office staff, domestics, porters, pharmacists, midwives and countless others all working in unprecedented, challenging conditions and it’s important to acknowledge them too. Thank you.

Thankyou so much for this guys. Listening to this on my day off shift really helped the work anxiety. It helped, especially the bit about the burden, being a small cog in the huge wheel, so interesting.

Ps. Adore you Bryony! More Mad World pleaseeee 😍 xxx

Loved this episode, so great to hear the stories of these two fabulous nurses and their experiences with mental health

A refreshing and honest take in a world of highlight reels on the ‘gram. Episode 1 championed those that should be our real ‘influencers’. Looking forward to more!

And she is back!!!!! 🎤👇