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Separation stories
September 3, 2021
46 MIN

Navigating mental health and divorce with comedian, Carl Donnelly

In this episode Kate is joined by Carl Donnelly to discuss navigating mental health and divorce with comedian.

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In this episode Kate is joined by Carl Donnelly to discuss navigating mental health and divorce with comedian.

About the episode:

Comedian Carl Donnelly shares the story of his own divorce and how it affected his mental health.

Please note: this episode was recorded before the introduction of no-fault divorce in England and Wales, and may mention the previous legal system. For accurate information on the legal process of divorce, please visit amicable.co.uk

About our guests:

Carl Donnelly is an award-winning stand-up comedian, writer, and podcaster. He’s been twice nominated for the Edinburgh Comedy Award and appeared on a selection of TV shows such as Mock The Week, and Russell Howard’s Good News. Carl has travelled the world having performed at the Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal, The Melbourne International Comedy Festival, The New Zealand Comedy Festival. In this episode, Carl talks candidly about his divorce and his mental health. 

More resources:

Get in touch with amicable for information on the legal, financial and children aspects of separation. Book a free 15-minute consultation with an amicable expert through the amicable website.

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