Young Scot launch twelve-part mental health podcast.

Viral social star Mark Thorburn shot to TikTok fame after posting a video of a squirrel trapped in his toilet and now opens up about battling with imposter syndrome in our new twelve-part series.

Now a full-time content creator Mark from Glasgow struggled with accepting success and feeling like a fraud following the instant popularity of his videos filmed while working in Tesco.  

Mark will be the first to appear on ‘This is How AyeFeel’, a podcast aimed at reaching over 16s, which will feature top Scottish personalities revealing how their life experiences have impacted their mental health. 

Hosted by Capital DJ Katy J the podcast provides a platform for candid conversations surrounding mental health, breaking down stigma and will include award-winning climate activist and ethical influencer Laura Young, first openly gay professional Scottish footballer Zander Murray and Glasgow rapper and winner of BBC Introducing’s Scottish Act of the Year, Bemz.  

Mark said:  

“Imposter syndrome can be overbearing and it can take over. I can be a perfectionist and what that does is it consumes you and your time - even though you are succeeding externally, you aren't succeeding internally. To me, it's an inner voice telling me that something I have produced isn’t good enough or I don't deserve to be doing what I am doing. 

“I hope that by speaking openly about imposter syndrome on Young Scot’s podcast, people who have had similar thoughts or feel a similar way will be able to talk about their experiences and try not to let the negative thoughts take over.” 

Mental Wellbeing Minister Maree Todd said:

“I am pleased the Scottish Government has been able to support the new and innovative work Young Scot is taking forward in launching their wellbeing podcast series ‘This is how AyeFeel’.

“The Scottish Government aims to support young people to positively engage with their mental health at an early stage, promoting and supporting the conditions for good mental wellbeing.

“This podcast will encourage young people to engage with a range of important mental health and wellbeing topics, through a medium which is engaging and relevant to their lives.”

Young Scot CEO Kirsten Urquhart said: 

“I am proud to launch the incredible new 'This is How Aye Feel' podcast from Young Scot. It's an accessible and exciting way for young people to engage in topics that are important to other young people in Scotland and to open up conversations about the impact of mental health. 

“We must continue to highlight to young people the importance of discussions around mental health and reducing stigma - thank you to our wonderful guests for their honesty and bravery in bringing these challenging issues to life.”