At the Charles Perrens psychiatric hospital in Bordeaux, a unique project was born, mixing celebrities, hospital patients, and questions that are as offbeat as they are authentic. Inspired by the famous Papotin, a show where young people with autism interview stars, this initiative aims to break stereotypes about mental health.
You’re probably wondering: who are these special interviewers and why is this podcast getting so much attention? Well, some psychiatric patients take on the role ofintervieweursand it’s there all the genius of this project. Leaving the hospital setting, they go to meet public figureslike artistesof the writers or sportsmento ask offbeat questions. Result ? Incredibly authentic exchanges, sometimes funny, sometimes touching, but always surprising. A nice way to get out of the clichés and to show that everyone has a voice who deserves to be heard. And who better than patients to shake up the codes a little?
One of the strong points of this podcast is that it allows you to free speech on often taboo subjects. Patients, in a caring environment, discuss without judgment and with great lightness. The objective is clear: to show that there is nothing shameful in talking about one’s illness, on the contrary, it is even something that one can approach with humour. This format also allows patients to take an active place in society, to reclaim their history and to open a real discussion on themes that are often pushed aside.
This podcast is a breath of fresh air in the world of mental health. No more dramatic clichés often associated with psychiatric hospitals! On the contrary, it is a place where we createswhere we laughwhere we exchange. And for patients, it’s a real source of pride. They are no longer just “patients”, but content creators, interviewers who have a voice. And frankly, that changes everything, right?
Inspired by the format of I’m a potheadthe hospital team succeeds in capturing the very essence of what makes this type of project successful: humor, sincerity and simplicity. And it works! Guests come, answer questions (sometimes crazy) and leave with a unique memory of their interview!
The first episode ofInside : Le Live should get out of here end of December on the YouTube channel of Charles Perrens Hospital Center.
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