Thursday 18th May 2023Backstage with BackupE1: It's OK to not be OKGuest: Scott Arnold is managing director of Autograph, pre-eminent suppliers of audio equipment to the theatre industry.  He is also a Trustee of Backup Tech.Host: Sarah James runs PR agency Gasoline Media and is proud to be able to help spread the word about the great work Backup does, taking care of their Press & PR.In this conversation: Scott and Sarah discuss the topic of mental health and the entertainment technology industry's attitude towards this and the need for change.  He talks about his own journey with anxiety and the help he received which is what inspired him to work with Backup and his desire to help other industry colleagues.Scott also talks about the steps Autograph has taken to support its employees mental health and hopes it will encourage other companies in the industry to follow suit.Sarah and Scott also emphasis the importance of having more trained Mental Health Health First Aiders in the industry.Episode key topics + chapter markers :1:27 - Why Scott wanted to become a Backup Trustee2:45 - Scott’s journey with general anxiety disorder and Autograph's support4:57 - How therapy and understanding can help everyone6:25 - The hole in the industry’s understanding of mental health7:55 - The debilitating aspects of anxiety. How simple understanding helps alleviate it14:25 - The importance of the MHFAider training15:42 - It’s OK not to be OK16:35 - How Backup provides a safe place to talk20:25 - The best £240 Autograph ever spent23:10 - Getting rid of the mental health stigma24:42 - How the industry should be looking after freelancersUseful resources and links related to this episode :Freelancers - Backup's AJ Bursary for FREE MHFAider training  via Music Support Companies - Music Support MHFAider training for staff Hub of Hope -  Find the right support for you, in your areaSupport the showBackup Tech - The UK’s Registered Technical Entertainment Charity That Provides Financial & Wellbeing Support To Technical Industry Professionals. “We help people get back on their feet”How Backup Tech can help :Are you or a family member seriously ill or suffering from an accident and needing support?Are you struggling with Mental Health and need to speak to someone?Is there someone you know who needs help with any of the above?If so, visit our 'How We Help' page for details on our support, or call our 24hr Helpline 0800 464 7068 Did you find this episode useful?Our many successes are only possible thanks to the generosity of our supporters. Please help us by supporting us Website: https://www.backuptech.uk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/backupuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backuptechuk/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/backup-tech-charity/

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