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You should get me on there.. Normal guy, started off skint. Now I own 3 shops, opened one after another year on year and doing great. Look up to you Stephen.
i asked lewis to support me in front of 220 people in edinburgh and he paid me back a few years later by asking me to support him in front of 8000. that's the kind of guy he is, i'm forever in this bloke's debt. one of the nicest to ever do it, thanks for another mention my man, incredibly kind of you x
I love how fame hasn't changed him. He is still humble and human. He is literally one of the most talented singers ever. You feel his songs not just hear them. Very talented.
" You feel his songs not just hear them." exactly, Paula. I cry from the places his voice finds in my Soul, just clearing out the past, pouring beauty in its place with his songs and Soul and voice.
My son lost his dad when he was 4. The impact was so great that he developed ocd and would wash his hands till they were red with rashes. He couldn’t get dirty. Wouldn’t step in water or dirt cause he couldn’t get his shoes dirty. If he dropped something on his shirt while eating he would have to change immediately. And of course what Lewis said about locking the door. He would always start asking me if I had locked the door. He’s 11 now and been in therapy for years but still struggles with anxiety and depression and self image. Thank you Lewis for being you and showing kids like him it’s okay to just be who you are and the world will embrace you as long as you do it from a genuine place ❤ Sincerely - a mom
There’s nothing I love more than celebrities / musicians / athletes who are open and act like people, and aren’t afraid to swear and speak their heart.
If celebrities have been forgotten, they sometimes return to the spotlight with an illness for attention. Lewis is the most real person I have seen. Celebrity or not he is a special person.
My 37 year old Son has crippling anxiety and panic attacks,I recently started having them at 62 they are horrible and I thank you Lewis for your authenticity and your music🇨🇦🕉❤️
I know Lewis will never see this but I wish he could know how much everyone loves him and his incredible down to earth and genuine personality. I want to give him a big hug and tell him he's adored the world over, what a legend.
Watching this interview after this weekend's moving performance and his announcement really hits differently. What a remarkable human. So brave. Thank you for the music, Lewis. You've given so much of yourself to us it's time for you. I hope you heal.
also here off the back on the Glasto performance. I liked him as a person from the social media funny stuff but wasn´t a fan of the music, because I´m old. Genuinely moved by what I saw at Glastonbury. I wonder how many other 26 year olds have his level of emotional maturity? I know I didn´t. Having listened now to some of the music, I get it. I hope he continues just being himself. With that level of talent I can´t help thinking of other artists like George Michael or Paul McCartney. But right now, take the time needed. As friend said, "when you´re going through hell, keep going".. you´ll get there in the end.
@@A2Z1Two3 No , u r right, it is annoying to hear ‘Like’ in each sentence 😏 He is a really nice guy ...who managed to give me anxiety watching him talk through his own adversity and challenges Very interesting to listen his struggles but difficult at times to stay focus
@@A2Z1Two3I know what you mean and it is waring but I think with some people it's part habitual and part giving them a nanosecond grace to think the rest of the sentence out or what they want to convey- particularly when under pressure. Imho
Revisited this after Glastonbury, and I wish nothing but good things for Lewis his generosity of spirit and humanity just pour out of him , he’s so honest and open it’s hard not to love him as an artist and human being. I hope he finds help and is able to come to terms with his health issues and can find peace and a place where he’s able to manage them and continue it make great music and entertain the wold with his talents. All the best mate .
I so relate to Lewis Capaldi. My 1st memory as a child ( after finding my dad's post-suicide body at 4) was at the age of 7, sitting in my room doing homework. Our neighbors kids were playing outside, and I distinctly remember thinking 'how nice to hear kids laughing' I suffer from anxiety, PTSD and survivor's guilt. The past two years of my life was spent in a highly functioning fugue state, and most days are spent idealistic death/dying. Despite this, I have held highly paid management positions, and completely addicted to various prescription psychiatric drugs. I am exhausted more often than not, but Lewis, as a youngster, gives me hope. ❤
Lewis, the moment when you could no longer sing, and your supporters helped you out, has to be one of the MOST amazing moments I have ever seen. It makes me cry every time. You are loved!
Thankyou. I’m 53 and lost my Dad at 15 and had never thought of the impact that my unconscious behaviour had impacted on my son. This raw, emotional, true state of Lewis has helped me understand what I never said and what my son has never said to me. Thank you again its been a tremendous help to understand how Ive impacted my son. I really hope Lewis understands how much of a positive impact he’s had, even on an old lady like me! My son is 21 and has bad anxiety and is so negative and now I understand why. Thank You again to both of you - x
I’ve never related to someone so much in regards to the self deprecating stuff. It’s a coping mechanism so it stops people saying the bad stuff about you and hurting you because you point out you already know about it
Lewis, I think your self knowledge, self awareness and high emotional intelligence with such an open heart is key to your authenticity, sincerity and success. Please write a book about your journey! An excellent interview Steven. Thank you to both of you.
I love so many things about Lewis. His honesty about who he is. There's nothing fake, he's just himself. He doesn't care that you like his music or not. He enjoys performing, hates recording, but still does it. The fact he talks about his mental health, anxiety, his "ticks", shows how genuine he really is. The Self-deprecating is definitely something I've done all my life, it was something we all did growing up. Irish family, I was born in UK. I think it's part of the humour. Helps us deal with life, the ups & downs. I'm so happy he can enjoy his music and not "change" because he's told to. Thanks Lewis! Thank you for being so honest, & bringing up the personal issues we all suffer, some quietly & without help or support. We need to keep talking, talking about how we truly are & how we feel. Thank you❤
YES!!! It's very very scottish to be self deprecating in a humorous way. We are very rarely offended by anything. We know the difference between banter and actual hate. A lot of it is also protection. The way he described taking the power away from people by shitting on yourself first.
it's kinda a very gaelic thing it seems in ireland there's a ton of banter going around too and if you've been living here for a while you'd be able to tell the difference between banter and actual hate immediately
This is THE BEST interview i have ever seen. The interviewer’s questions & Lewis’ honest answers has genuinely made this the most enjoyable and easiest to listen to interviews I have ever experienced. Congrats to you both!
I am only 15 minutes in and I am so intrigued by this remarkably honest, genuine, and cool young man. And I feel so ridiculous because I have heard his name before but couldn’t make a connection so I look him up and I see that he is the guy that sings the song that literally brings tears to my eyes when I am driving listening to the radio… I am also loving the way he can articulate the anxiety I feel so well. Loving this podcast
Lewis is so honest it is amazing! He does not realize how many people he has helped through his songs, honesty and humor. The fact that he was happy to get his Tourette’s diagnosis is amazing. I admire that since I worked with children with Tourette’s and I know how hard it is. Depression has been hard for me since Covid. I lost my mom, dad, father in law, aunt, and 4 friends. Lewis’ music always me to get my emotions out.
Such a beautiful open interview. As a 49 year woman who was diagnosed with complex childhood trauma, ptsd and hypochondria, I relate to Lewis experience as a child where you see your mum in pain and it somehow develops into becoming the clown in the family or for friends. I manage to find humour in most situations and love making people laugh, but the down side is when you’re alone and how drained you feel and fearful that something bad is about to happen every second of each day. People would never guess I have all these conditions and it’s definitely a self coping mechanism.
I’m only ten minutes in and I’m already finding this so emotional to watch. Anyone else? What a brave, self-aware man Lewis is. Terrific interview so far!
Lewis is so down to earth, type of bloke you would say hey he’s my next door neighbour but also so talented. Just seems such a genuine guy and a great sense of humour. From first generation Aussie with Irish parents. Hi lewis from another Celtic. You are loved for your talent and your humility and honesty.
It’s refreshing to see a young man so open about anxiety. Lewis is a talented songwriter and performer, but clearly so hard on himself. I hope he finds a way to calm the inner demons. Like Stephen, I think there’s more great things to come from Lewis. Great interviewing Stephen, you have a knack at asking the most interesting questions.
I'm 16 minutes in and everything he has said in regards to anxiety, hypochondria and parent pleasing is like listening to myself 10 years ago. Anxiety is no laughing matter! Didn't think I could have any more respect for him, what a beautiful human.
What a breath of fucking fresh air...a truly human man, not boring us to death about goals and making money...he's a rare gem. Enjoyed listening to him.
Lewis is such a nice person. All the negative self talk and self flagellation is so common in people with anxiety. Cause or effect? Panic attacks are so exhausting. One of the great things about him is he is so open, and feels like a friend. He is one of life gorgeous people.
I’m so glad Lewis is talking about anxiety in depth. The dizziness and hypochondriac thing is my life. I’ve developed agoraphobia purely because of the dizziness that comes with my anxiety. I’m too scared to leave the house because I get dizzy, then I tell myself it’s just anxiety, but like Lewis said.. what if it isn’t and I actually do pass out? It’s a vicious cycle and I’m tired of it. The hypochondriac thing too.. I won’t even use a new shampoo because my mind can convince me that I’ll take a reaction to it and maybe die. It sounds so ridiculous but anxiety is awful but I’m so glad I’m not alone after hearing Lewis talking about his anxiety.
im exactly the same with the dizziness and anxiety.. ive had eye/ear/blood/brain tests and everything is fine.. so i can only think that the constant dizziness is from the anxiety.. had it for about 12 years now..it has ruined me just enjoying everyday life for the most part.. hate it.. but hearing other people say that anxiety causes dizziness it a bit of a relief .. are you dizzy all the time ?
@@serloinz I’m not dizzy all the time but it happens a lot when I’m not in my house, I’m usually worse when I’m in a shop or when I’m around people. If somebody speaks to me I feel dizzy and panic so I avoid socialising. Even if I’m out walking in the countryside and I see somebody, I get dizzy instantly. I don’t know if it’s the thought of them speaking to me or just anxiety about other humans. It’s a horrible thing to have to live with. Makes me feel trapped.
This interview just makes me love him even more! A completely honest human being! I love this interview! Real. Raw. Honest. Now a fan and always will be. ❤❤❤❤❤
Such a genuine human with the cosiest Scottish accent to listen to.. I also suffer with quite severe anxiety at times and it's really wonderful (liberating even) to see that more and more of us are talking about it openly and sharing learnings/ experiences. Nice one Lewis pal 🧡
Live about 20 minutes away from the lad. Knew the name, knew the face, never heard any tunes... usual closed mindedness regarding "pop music". Then watched the lads Netflix doc and am completely bowled over. Would love to jam with him some day.
I get what you mean - this was a very vulnerable interview. I think, rather, he’s able to be publicly vulnerable in this interview because of the hard inner work he has done in his years of therapy.
I have been going through some horrific anxiety that’s eerily similar to what Lewis talks about here. Thinking you’re Ill or something is wrong with me when it’s all in my head. Thanks Lewis
Wow, what an interview, what an interviewer! You really opened Lewis up, with your gentle way, voice, and questions,………Lewis keep chasing the answers on yourself and to your help your health and mental health, because we the common people, and us filled with anxiety, need someone like you to put into words in a song how we feel. Scotland loves you, listening to you speak is like myself trying to explain to others how I feel and where my heads at. Anxiety is no joke 😢 it affects all areas of your life, so much so that I question how people think about me. I take panic attacks a lot 😢😢😢 thank you 🙏🏼 both for this little gem.
Hands down. This will be studied and learned from by professionals and real people going through it. The questions are so well crafted whilst feeling off the cuff. You have a gift. Listening and seamlessly bringing the issues back into conversation. You probe so respectfully and with empathy. I'm so glad for Lewis that he got to get a chance to open up and share in only the way he could but would never get through chance to on the usual media conveyor belt of interviews. He is a lovely normal bloke in an unreal occupation. You, Stephen are the best, most humane interviewer I've ever watched. Thank you x
Love this guy, I have the same diagnosis as he has with the tourettes etc. When he talked about making the noise, mm mm mm, totally know what he is on about and the tics. Great interview. ❤️
This is the purest and most honest interview I've ever seen. I know Lewis since 2018, met him several times and I am crying watching this interview. Lewis just deserves the whole world and I wish I could hug him right now ❤️
What an absolute legend. I have so much respect for this lad 👍👍 As someone who suffers with anxiety I relate to a lot of his struggle. Good on him for being so open!
I like that he recognizes what hard work is (talking about his parents who go to work 5 days a week) and doesn't play into the false illusion of meritocracy most celebrities play into.
It's really irritating when people who are lucky enough to be intelligent, wiith a stable and loving background, who put their success solely down to hard work. There are plenty of people out there, who work their socks off, struggle With mental health issues or learning difficulties, with people locking down their nose and call them lazy. They really have no idea.
Absolutely loved this interview, think it's the only one I've watched where Steven is relaxed, natural and I heard him belly laughing!! Lewis Capaldi is talented beyond doubt, but what comes across is his genuine nature, his ability to show his true self, thank you
Lewis is a top bloke, who has vulnerabilities, and I have nothing but admiration for him. Seeing him struggle at Glastonbury & hearing the crowd helping him was heartbreaking but amazing. Get well soon Lewis, & know that your fans have got your back. ❤
Remarkable. I'm exhausted watching it. Compulsive viewing. Great to see a genuine guy just being himself and brutally honest. One of the best I've seen here.
Hearing that lewis literally has the same anxiety’s as me has made me realise that it can happen to anybody and that I’m not alone. So thank you! Thank you for talking about this and making people realise they’re not alone x
Really appreciate the openness and honesty from this young man. This severe anxiety has been how I’ve lived for years. Lost many jobs because of it but cbt has helped so much
I absolutely love this man and really appreciate him talking about mental health, especially being a man. So refreshing. I wish him all the best, he deserves all the success he's had.
It’s so refreshing to see a celebrity just be human. Being open and explaining anxiety down to a T too! It shows he is human he struggled too, my respect for this man has skyrocketed. So humble regardless of his career. He’s a lovely human being 💜
I love Lewis such a genuine down to earth guy with a beautiful soul. I suffer with anxiety and mental health and everything he says I can empathise with. I have a twitch with my head that gets worse during a panic attack. I’m def gonna go to the doctors and get some tests done. I love his music as well. Keep up the good work Lewis you are an amazing man. Awesome interview
I absolutely loved this. Talking about real things and seeing Lewis in a different light what an amazing guy to open up about anxiety and counselling. You’re right he has helped many people with being genuine and authentic.
One of your best interviews. Just like two mates having an amazing chat. So great to be so open about anxiety and it’s terrible effects on people. Thank you so much.
Lewis is such a true soul. A beautiful beautiful human. And Steve, you are brilliant mate! Never seen an interviewer like this before and it's so refreshing 💙
I am taken back. As a child I was very anxious due to my family set up. Through my early twenties I always knew I had bad anxiety but I masked it with alcohol. Until early in covid I started having severe panic attacks . some times several a day and I was convinced I had a heart defect and I was convinced I was having a heart attack every time and this happened every day for 6 months . I also went and had extensive checks on my chest and heart, I could tell then the doctors and nurses were looking at me like what a fruit loop. After realising slowly it was in my head and after many therapy sessions I have been able to move forward and be able to keep at bay and control The intrusive thoughts . I still have anxious thoughts and sometimes overwhelming thoughts but being self aware and being open to new methods around the way you construct and formulate your thoughts and self image will always be welcomed. Great podcast and thank you Lewis for being honest , embarrassingly it was only until I just watched this I thought I was insane and the only one stupidly to have this thought process which again is ridiculous but very helpful. Cheers lads Brads
Aww Lewis, I just feel giving you a hug mate! Having worked with bands at grassroots level for years, I feel like once a band, musician etc moves up to the next level, the industry almost takes away that organic approach to the craft that I've seen all the artists I worked with in the past get a real buzz from and it almost takes away from the joy. It just makes me think of Prince and George Michael just wanting that creative freedom. Perhaps the music industry needs to reassess it's approach taking into account the mental health impacts that their current approach has on artists.
"noodling on a guitar and fannying about all day...", brilliant description of not working hard. Priceless humility. Please don't ever change Lewis, you are awesome. An amazing interview. you did such a great job of relaxing Lewis so he was just his humble, witty and honest self. Brilliant work Steven.
From my personal point of view, I think Lewis is a great person. I love him and his music, he is so down to earth and refreshing in his own way. A real gem in todays world of music. But from my professional perspective as a psychologist, this interview elevates him to a whole new level. It's great how honest he is about his mental health issues and completely normalises them. He acts as a huge role model for people who are struggling with problems themselves, but also for people in our society who don't know how to deal with mental illness. Which, from my point of view, is a big problem for sufferers. I think this video should be seen by many more people to show how easy it can be to deal with mental health problems and how normal it is to talk about it, whether you are affected yourself or not. Big compliments to Lewis for his openness and Steven for the great questions. Keep going and take care of yourselves
Lewis is a favourite person of mine. This was great. Thank you for pointing out how many years of playing and practicing it took Lewis to become an “instant success.” 💖
I love Lewis so honest and down to earth. I lost my Dad when I was 3 then other family members and a best friend up to the age of 12. It's definitely effected me, I'm always over thinking of others and making sure everyone is ok. Think we need to make everyone and everything ok. Hugs to Lewis❤
I’ll never forget the first time I heard Lewis. Opening for bastille. I was hooked that night I then booked tickets for his Very own gig and then to see him at festival . I loved his humour , his voice and his general stage presence. Been hooked ever since !
Wow me too! This was before he became so famous and all of us found him so funny and loved him straight away. It was wild that a few months later he was world famous, I felt quite lucky to have been front row to see him before everyone knew who he was
Great voice and a great artist. I realy realy like all of your songs. I wish you all the best Lewis and I hope you enyoi the moment. Love from Croatia ❤️🙏❤️
I must say, the intro hook for this podcast was incredibly well done. The fact that you branded it as an exclusive with "questions no one has ever asked before" to immediately use a line from his new song he's promoting to answer one of the deepest questions you asked him this whole episode...I mean...10/10
Thank you for speaking with Lewis! It was absolutely beautiful to hear you both speak about your strengths and your struggles. I, too, struggle with those negative voices in my head, and to see strong people struggling and healing is an inspiration! I wish you all the best. Be well.
Thank you all for watching, if you could do me a favour, hit subscribe and turn notifications on it helps us more than you know 🙏🏻 currently we have 74% of regular viewers than haven’t subscribed 😅 appreciate you all.
Pleased to not be on the naughty list, I am subscribed with the bell on! 😆😆
Love this he seems like a down to earth genuine nice guy and his music is amazing 💙🔥
All I can say is what a guy, such a great conversation 👌
I thought you'd missed an episode Steven ;) :O haha... So happy to see it uploaded when I finished work!! Love this Episode!!
You should get me on there.. Normal guy, started off skint. Now I own 3 shops, opened one after another year on year and doing great. Look up to you Stephen.
i asked lewis to support me in front of 220 people in edinburgh and he paid me back a few years later by asking me to support him in front of 8000. that's the kind of guy he is, i'm forever in this bloke's debt. one of the nicest to ever do it, thanks for another mention my man, incredibly kind of you x
That’s amazing & yes just goes to show the kind of guy he is 🙏🏼
legends supporting legends x
levvis!!! fancy seeing u here x
Incredible ❤️🔥
Just a good guy with a good heart, no ego just a real man, would be the perfect friend tbh and i wish i had a mate like him ❤
I love how fame hasn't changed him. He is still humble and human. He is literally one of the most talented singers ever. You feel his songs not just hear them. Very talented.
" You feel his songs not just hear them." exactly, Paula. I cry from the places his voice finds in my Soul, just clearing out the past, pouring beauty in its place with his songs and Soul and voice.
My son lost his dad when he was 4. The impact was so great that he developed ocd and would wash his hands till they were red with rashes. He couldn’t get dirty. Wouldn’t step in water or dirt cause he couldn’t get his shoes dirty. If he dropped something on his shirt while eating he would have to change immediately. And of course what Lewis said about locking the door. He would always start asking me if I had locked the door. He’s 11 now and been in therapy for years but still struggles with anxiety and depression and self image. Thank you Lewis for being you and showing kids like him it’s okay to just be who you are and the world will embrace you as long as you do it from a genuine place ❤
Sincerely
- a mom
Jesus Christ, dealing with DEPRESSION at 11 is so rough
There’s nothing I love more than celebrities / musicians / athletes who are open and act like people, and aren’t afraid to swear and speak their heart.
That's very controversial, I prefer PR trained robots 😬😉🤣
Act like people?
I just love him ❤️
That's because they're scared of saying something out of step and then having people like YOU get angry and cancel them
If celebrities have been forgotten, they sometimes return to the spotlight with an illness for attention.
Lewis is the most real person I have seen.
Celebrity or not he is a special person.
My 37 year old Son has crippling anxiety and panic attacks,I recently started having them at 62 they are horrible and I thank you Lewis for your authenticity and your music🇨🇦🕉❤️
I know Lewis will never see this but I wish he could know how much everyone loves him and his incredible down to earth and genuine personality. I want to give him a big hug and tell him he's adored the world over, what a legend.
This is someone who oozes authenticity, which is something no one can give you or take away.
Watching this interview after this weekend's moving performance and his announcement really hits differently. What a remarkable human. So brave. Thank you for the music, Lewis. You've given so much of yourself to us it's time for you. I hope you heal.
also here off the back on the Glasto performance. I liked him as a person from the social media funny stuff but wasn´t a fan of the music, because I´m old. Genuinely moved by what I saw at Glastonbury. I wonder how many other 26 year olds have his level of emotional maturity? I know I didn´t. Having listened now to some of the music, I get it. I hope he continues just being himself. With that level of talent I can´t help thinking of other artists like George Michael or Paul McCartney. But right now, take the time needed. As friend said, "when you´re going through hell, keep going".. you´ll get there in the end.
I love how Lewis says 'we' all the time. A true testament to him and his team. How lovely and always so humble
But , using ‘like’ all the time is mildly annoying , maybe because my own kids do it too.
Yes its lovely that its all 'we'
@@A2Z1Two3 No , u r right, it is annoying to hear ‘Like’ in each sentence 😏
He is a really nice guy ...who managed to give me anxiety watching him talk through his own adversity and challenges
Very interesting to listen his struggles but difficult at times to stay focus
@@A2Z1Two3I know what you mean and it is waring but I think with some people it's part habitual and part giving them a nanosecond grace to think the rest of the sentence out or what they want to convey- particularly when under pressure. Imho
I say 'like' a lot and I catch myself saying it, it really pisses me off.
Revisited this after Glastonbury, and I wish nothing but good things for Lewis his generosity of spirit and humanity just pour out of him , he’s so honest and open it’s hard not to love him as an artist and human being. I hope he finds help and is able to come to terms with his health issues and can find peace and a place where he’s able to manage them and continue it make great music and entertain the wold with his talents. All the best mate .
The most Genuine, down to earth guy. The kinda bloke you want to be your best mate. Great questions Steven, an awesome episode.
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I so relate to Lewis Capaldi.
My 1st memory as a child ( after finding my dad's post-suicide body at 4) was at the age of 7, sitting in my room doing homework.
Our neighbors kids were playing outside, and I distinctly remember thinking 'how nice to hear kids laughing'
I suffer from anxiety, PTSD and survivor's guilt. The past two years of my life was spent in a highly functioning fugue state, and most days are spent idealistic death/dying.
Despite this, I have held highly paid management positions, and completely addicted to various prescription psychiatric drugs.
I am exhausted more often than not, but Lewis, as a youngster, gives me hope. ❤
Lewis, the moment when you could no longer sing, and your supporters helped you out, has to be one of the MOST amazing moments I have ever seen.
It makes me cry every time.
You are loved!
Thankyou. I’m 53 and lost my Dad at 15 and had never thought of the impact that my unconscious behaviour had impacted on my son. This raw, emotional, true state of Lewis has helped me understand what I never said and what my son has never said to me. Thank you again its been a tremendous help to understand how Ive impacted my son. I really hope Lewis understands how much of a positive impact he’s had, even on an old lady like me! My son is 21 and has bad anxiety and is so negative and now I understand why. Thank You again to both of you - x
Wow Lynn... this feels like a breakthrough for you.
I’ve never related to someone so much in regards to the self deprecating stuff. It’s a coping mechanism so it stops people saying the bad stuff about you and hurting you because you point out you already know about it
Lewis, I think your self knowledge, self awareness and high emotional intelligence with such an open heart is key to your authenticity, sincerity and success.
Please write a book about your journey!
An excellent interview Steven. Thank you to both of you.
Thank you so much for having Lewis on and asking the questions you asked him. A joy to listen to. Such a down to earth young man.
I love so many things about Lewis. His honesty about who he is. There's nothing fake, he's just himself. He doesn't care that you like his music or not. He enjoys performing, hates recording, but still does it. The fact he talks about his mental health, anxiety, his "ticks", shows how genuine he really is. The Self-deprecating is definitely something I've done all my life, it was something we all did growing up. Irish family, I was born in UK. I think it's part of the humour. Helps us deal with life, the ups & downs. I'm so happy he can enjoy his music and not "change" because he's told to. Thanks Lewis! Thank you for being so honest, & bringing up the personal issues we all suffer, some quietly & without help or support. We need to keep talking, talking about how we truly are & how we feel. Thank you❤
YES!!! It's very very scottish to be self deprecating in a humorous way. We are very rarely offended by anything. We know the difference between banter and actual hate.
A lot of it is also protection. The way he described taking the power away from people by shitting on yourself first.
it's kinda a very gaelic thing it seems
in ireland there's a ton of banter going around too and if you've been living here for a while you'd be able to tell the difference between banter and actual hate immediately
It's a Welsh and Irish thing too, we would rather put ourselves down for everyone to feel better..
He is so open and honest. It’s refreshing…but also heartbreaking. Wishing him health and happiness and peace.
This is THE BEST interview i have ever seen. The interviewer’s questions & Lewis’ honest answers has genuinely made this the most enjoyable and easiest to listen to interviews I have ever experienced. Congrats to you both!
Thank you! Such a lovely comment - Steven x
Couldn’t agree more!
@@TheDiaryOfACEO can u get Sir Alex on or Ed Woodward and speak about the glazers
@@Ryan-dq6nn these podcast are for famous people speaking about trauma not about only spending 800 million
I am only 15 minutes in and I am so intrigued by this remarkably honest, genuine, and cool young man. And I feel so ridiculous because I have heard his name before but couldn’t make a connection so I look him up and I see that he is the guy that sings the song that literally brings tears to my eyes when I am driving listening to the radio…
I am also loving the way he can articulate the anxiety I feel so well. Loving this podcast
Lewis is so honest it is amazing! He does not realize how many people he has helped through his songs, honesty and humor. The fact that he was happy to get his Tourette’s diagnosis is amazing. I admire that since I worked with children with Tourette’s and I know how hard it is. Depression has been hard for me since Covid. I lost my mom, dad, father in law, aunt, and 4 friends. Lewis’ music always me to get my emotions out.
Hey, so sorry to hear about that, hope you're doing okay
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Gosh that's rough!!!! So sorry to hear that 🥺
Such a beautiful open interview. As a 49 year woman who was diagnosed with complex childhood trauma, ptsd and hypochondria, I relate to Lewis experience as a child where you see your mum in pain and it somehow develops into becoming the clown in the family or for friends. I manage to find humour in most situations and love making people laugh, but the down side is when you’re alone and how drained you feel and fearful that something bad is about to happen every second of each day. People would never guess I have all these conditions and it’s definitely a self coping mechanism.
I’m only ten minutes in and I’m already finding this so emotional to watch. Anyone else? What a brave, self-aware man Lewis is. Terrific interview so far!
10 seconds …..I don’t know who he is
Absolutely
Lewis is so down to earth, type of bloke you would say hey he’s my next door neighbour but also so talented. Just seems such a genuine guy and a great sense of humour. From first generation Aussie with Irish parents. Hi lewis from another Celtic. You are loved for your talent and your humility and honesty.
Criminally underrated podcast. The hypochondria stuff is so relatable and made me realize a few things I hadn’t noticed within myself.
I am actually in tears ... "Which parent are they trying to cheer up?" It's like a light bulb has turned on in my head ... That's me and my story
It’s refreshing to see a young man so open about anxiety. Lewis is a talented songwriter and performer, but clearly so hard on himself. I hope he finds a way to calm the inner demons. Like Stephen, I think there’s more great things to come from Lewis. Great interviewing Stephen, you have a knack at asking the most interesting questions.
Thing is Steven Asks a Question, Sits back and lets his Guests Talk, he doesn’t butt in, Sign of a Great Interviewer and Lovely person ☺️💖👍🏻
I'm 16 minutes in and everything he has said in regards to anxiety, hypochondria and parent pleasing is like listening to myself 10 years ago. Anxiety is no laughing matter!
Didn't think I could have any more respect for him, what a beautiful human.
One of the best, most down to earth and real interviews I've listened to. I hope he goes on to defeat all his demons and enjoy a happy life.
What a breath of fucking fresh air...a truly human man, not boring us to death about goals and making money...he's a rare gem. Enjoyed listening to him.
Lewis is such a nice person. All the negative self talk and self flagellation is so common in people with anxiety. Cause or effect? Panic attacks are so exhausting. One of the great things about him is he is so open, and feels like a friend. He is one of life gorgeous people.
I’m so glad Lewis is talking about anxiety in depth. The dizziness and hypochondriac thing is my life. I’ve developed agoraphobia purely because of the dizziness that comes with my anxiety. I’m too scared to leave the house because I get dizzy, then I tell myself it’s just anxiety, but like Lewis said.. what if it isn’t and I actually do pass out? It’s a vicious cycle and I’m tired of it. The hypochondriac thing too.. I won’t even use a new shampoo because my mind can convince me that I’ll take a reaction to it and maybe die. It sounds so ridiculous but anxiety is awful but I’m so glad I’m not alone after hearing Lewis talking about his anxiety.
im exactly the same with the dizziness and anxiety.. ive had eye/ear/blood/brain tests and everything is fine.. so i can only think that the constant dizziness is from the anxiety.. had it for about 12 years now..it has ruined me just enjoying everyday life for the most part.. hate it.. but hearing other people say that anxiety causes dizziness it a bit of a relief .. are you dizzy all the time ?
@@serloinz I’m not dizzy all the time but it happens a lot when I’m not in my house, I’m usually worse when I’m in a shop or when I’m around people. If somebody speaks to me I feel dizzy and panic so I avoid socialising. Even if I’m out walking in the countryside and I see somebody, I get dizzy instantly. I don’t know if it’s the thought of them speaking to me or just anxiety about other humans. It’s a horrible thing to have to live with. Makes me feel trapped.
Stay strong my friend
@@Haaaayley i feel the same.. but i am slightly dizzy pretty much all the time and then worse when out walking.. and even worse when hungover ;p
@@serloinz I'm currently going through this exact thing, hearing other people say all this is honestly the biggest sigh of relief
This interview just makes me love him even more! A completely honest human being! I love this interview! Real. Raw. Honest. Now a fan and always will be. ❤❤❤❤❤
Wow, I genuinely like him as a person.
How can you not like this guy? I mean you can hâte the music and his singing but he really looks like a nice guy to be around
Sloth comes to mind
Wow . That’s some Mind
Bizzy B Look at the mirror of your mind for the reason that you put that out there
@@bizzyb3423 horrible
Such a genuine human with the cosiest Scottish accent to listen to.. I also suffer with quite severe anxiety at times and it's really wonderful (liberating even) to see that more and more of us are talking about it openly and sharing learnings/ experiences. Nice one Lewis pal 🧡
i love him he looks like liz truss
@@brendadrumm9451 😂😂😂
He's an absolute diamond! As someone who always thinks people don't like me it's horrible ,Lewis you an an absolute gem ,stay real ,stay you ❤️
Live about 20 minutes away from the lad. Knew the name, knew the face, never heard any tunes... usual closed mindedness regarding "pop music". Then watched the lads Netflix doc and am completely bowled over. Would love to jam with him some day.
I think this could possibly be my most favorite interview. Heartfelt. Great conversations. Mental health is so important and you two kept it 100% ❤
What Lewis might not realise is that this may have been his best therapy session to date.
I get what you mean - this was a very vulnerable interview. I think, rather, he’s able to be publicly vulnerable in this interview because of the hard inner work he has done in his years of therapy.
Great point
Very smart, genuine, introspective guy. No surprise he comes out with brilliant music.
this man deserves all the success, hes so fun and hilarious. a genuine dude!
I don’t know anyone who doesn’t genuinely love Lewis. You are such a likeable man, I could go on for hours😊
Love you x
I have been going through some horrific anxiety that’s eerily similar to what Lewis talks about here. Thinking you’re Ill or something is wrong with me when it’s all in my head. Thanks Lewis
I’ve heard about you and I’m 65. I listen to you everyday. Love your voice.
Well done for your bravery talking about your anxiety and Tourette’s.
Wow, what an interview, what an interviewer! You really opened Lewis up, with your gentle way, voice, and questions,………Lewis keep chasing the answers on yourself and to your help your health and mental health, because we the common people, and us filled with anxiety, need someone like you to put into words in a song how we feel. Scotland loves you, listening to you speak is like myself trying to explain to others how I feel and where my heads at. Anxiety is no joke 😢 it affects all areas of your life, so much so that I question how people think about me. I take panic attacks a lot 😢😢😢 thank you 🙏🏼 both for this little gem.
Lewis.... Thank you for being so open about anxiety & mental health 🖤
So talented, down to earth and funny ! I absolutely loved this interview ❤ we need more Lewis Capaldi in this world 🌎
I can relate to suffering with anxiety, it’s so nice to hear someone so honest, this will help so many people. What a man 💪 xx
The most comedic, genuine, heartfelt, eye opening , relatable
and inspirational video/podcast/interview I’ve probably ever watched ❤️❤️
❤️🙏🏽
Truly a masterpiece ❤️
Hands down. This will be studied and learned from by professionals and real people going through it. The questions are so well crafted whilst feeling off the cuff. You have a gift. Listening and seamlessly bringing the issues back into conversation. You probe so respectfully and with empathy. I'm so glad for Lewis that he got to get a chance to open up and share in only the way he could but would never get through chance to on the usual media conveyor belt of interviews. He is a lovely normal bloke in an unreal occupation. You, Stephen are the best, most humane interviewer I've ever watched. Thank you x
Love this guy, I have the same diagnosis as he has with the tourettes etc. When he talked about making the noise, mm mm mm, totally know what he is on about and the tics. Great interview. ❤️
This is the perfect conversation around anxiety and mental health. Thank you lewis for sharing this with us ❤
Lewis Capaldi is a great Legend - one of the people that will be written in history for Decades. Absolute superstar inside and outside
There’s a thing that makes you happy: communication , on so many levels 🎉❤😊
This is the purest and most honest interview I've ever seen. I know Lewis since 2018, met him several times and I am crying watching this interview. Lewis just deserves the whole world and I wish I could hug him right now ❤️
What an absolute legend. I have so much respect for this lad 👍👍 As someone who suffers with anxiety I relate to a lot of his struggle. Good on him for being so open!
What an utterly delightful human being Lewis Capaldi is. Honest, down to earth, kind, thoughtful. Loved this podcast! ❤️
One of the most honest and relatable interviews I’ve ever watched, what an amazing young man Lewis is.
I like that he recognizes what hard work is (talking about his parents who go to work 5 days a week) and doesn't play into the false illusion of meritocracy most celebrities play into.
It's really irritating when people who are lucky enough to be intelligent, wiith a stable and loving background, who put their success solely down to hard work. There are plenty of people out there, who work their socks off, struggle With mental health issues or learning difficulties, with people locking down their nose and call them lazy. They really have no idea.
Respect to Lewis Capaldi for being so open and honest he is a top G!!!
Absolutely loved this interview, think it's the only one I've watched where Steven is relaxed, natural and I heard him belly laughing!! Lewis Capaldi is talented beyond doubt, but what comes across is his genuine nature, his ability to show his true self, thank you
I freaking love Lewis Capaldi.
lewis is so genuine and so open hearted. he is definitely someone that is needed in the music community
I'm fairly confident in saying that this is my favourite ever interview
I absolutely love how Lewis is so relatable and so real. Such a genuine soul, what a lovely person.
Thank U for being yaself Lewis. Much love n respect
Lewis is a top bloke, who has vulnerabilities, and I have nothing but admiration for him. Seeing him struggle at Glastonbury & hearing the crowd helping him was heartbreaking but amazing. Get well soon Lewis, & know that your fans have got your back. ❤
Remarkable. I'm exhausted watching it. Compulsive viewing. Great to see a genuine guy just being himself and brutally honest. One of the best I've seen here.
Hearing that lewis literally has the same anxiety’s as me has made me realise that it can happen to anybody and that I’m not alone. So thank you! Thank you for talking about this and making people realise they’re not alone x
Im the exact same too since my nan passed away a year ago
Really appreciate the openness and honesty from this young man. This severe anxiety has been how I’ve lived for years. Lost many jobs because of it but cbt has helped so much
I absolutely love this man and really appreciate him talking about mental health, especially being a man. So refreshing. I wish him all the best, he deserves all the success he's had.
My favourite DOAC and I've loved many. Best interview! I may be biased as a Glaswegian but I think it was just brilliant
It’s so refreshing to see a celebrity just be human. Being open and explaining anxiety down to a T too! It shows he is human he struggled too, my respect for this man has skyrocketed. So humble regardless of his career. He’s a lovely human being 💜
The nicest and most positive comments section ever!!!!❤❤❤❤❤hope he sees how much we all love him!!!!!!!
Totally agree this is my favourite celebrity interview ever
I love Lewis such a genuine down to earth guy with a beautiful soul. I suffer with anxiety and mental health and everything he says I can empathise with. I have a twitch with my head that gets worse during a panic attack. I’m def gonna go to the doctors and get some tests done. I love his music as well. Keep up the good work Lewis you are an amazing man. Awesome interview
I absolutely loved this. Talking about real things and seeing Lewis in a different light what an amazing guy to open up about anxiety and counselling. You’re right he has helped many people with being genuine and authentic.
I relate to his anxiety so much it's unbelievable he's such an inspiring person and so down to earth we need to protect this man at all costs ❤️
Lewis is amazing, such a special human being, take time to look after you❤
One of your best interviews. Just like two mates having an amazing chat. So great to be so open about anxiety and it’s terrible effects on people. Thank you so much.
Absolutely amazing human being .
Its impossible not to see his genuine soul .
I wish you all the very best Lewis ❤️
Lewis is such a true soul. A beautiful beautiful human. And Steve, you are brilliant mate! Never seen an interviewer like this before and it's so refreshing 💙
I am taken back. As a child I was very anxious due to my family set up. Through my early twenties I always knew I had bad anxiety but I masked it with alcohol. Until early in covid I started having severe panic attacks . some times several a day and I was convinced I had a heart defect and I was convinced I was having a heart attack every time and this happened every day for 6 months . I also went and had extensive checks on my chest and heart, I could tell then the doctors and nurses were looking at me like what a fruit loop. After realising slowly it was in my head and after many therapy sessions I have been able to move forward and be able to keep at bay and control
The intrusive thoughts . I still have anxious thoughts and sometimes overwhelming thoughts but being self aware and being open to new methods around the way you construct and formulate your thoughts and self image will always be welcomed.
Great podcast and thank you Lewis for being honest , embarrassingly it was only until I just watched this I thought I was insane and the only one stupidly to have this thought process which again is ridiculous but very helpful.
Cheers lads
Brads
Aww Lewis, I just feel giving you a hug mate! Having worked with bands at grassroots level for years, I feel like once a band, musician etc moves up to the next level, the industry almost takes away that organic approach to the craft that I've seen all the artists I worked with in the past get a real buzz from and it almost takes away from the joy. It just makes me think of Prince and George Michael just wanting that creative freedom. Perhaps the music industry needs to reassess it's approach taking into account the mental health impacts that their current approach has on artists.
"noodling on a guitar and fannying about all day...", brilliant description of not working hard. Priceless humility. Please don't ever change Lewis, you are awesome.
An amazing interview. you did such a great job of relaxing Lewis so he was just his humble, witty and honest self. Brilliant work Steven.
i wish we had more interviews like this. just pure honest and vulnerable. love it
From my personal point of view, I think Lewis is a great person. I love him and his music, he is so down to earth and refreshing in his own way. A real gem in todays world of music.
But from my professional perspective as a psychologist, this interview elevates him to a whole new level. It's great how honest he is about his mental health issues and completely normalises them. He acts as a huge role model for people who are struggling with problems themselves, but also for people in our society who don't know how to deal with mental illness. Which, from my point of view, is a big problem for sufferers. I think this video should be seen by many more people to show how easy it can be to deal with mental health problems and how normal it is to talk about it, whether you are affected yourself or not.
Big compliments to Lewis for his openness and Steven for the great questions. Keep going and take care of yourselves
How honest and genuine,he’s so bloody talented and just totally his humble self,fair play Lewis 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 carry on being you ❤
I think what is so charming and commendable about Lewis is how authentic he is
Lewis is a favourite person of mine. This was great. Thank you for pointing out how many years of playing and practicing it took Lewis to become an “instant success.” 💖
I love Lewis so honest and down to earth. I lost my Dad when I was 3 then other family members and a best friend up to the age of 12. It's definitely effected me, I'm always over thinking of others and making sure everyone is ok.
Think we need to make everyone and everything ok.
Hugs to Lewis❤
I’ll never forget the first time I heard Lewis. Opening for bastille. I was hooked that night I then booked tickets for his Very own gig and then to see him at festival . I loved his humour , his voice and his general stage presence. Been hooked ever since !
Wow me too! This was before he became so famous and all of us found him so funny and loved him straight away. It was wild that a few months later he was world famous, I felt quite lucky to have been front row to see him before everyone knew who he was
Great voice and a great artist. I realy realy like all of your songs. I wish you all the best Lewis and I hope you enyoi the moment. Love from Croatia ❤️🙏❤️
A wonderful human being and incredible artist!!!
Lewis Capaldi is blessed and inspiring and inspirational
And legend ❤❤❤❤❤❤
I must say, the intro hook for this podcast was incredibly well done. The fact that you branded it as an exclusive with "questions no one has ever asked before" to immediately use a line from his new song he's promoting to answer one of the deepest questions you asked him this whole episode...I mean...10/10
Thank you for speaking with Lewis! It was absolutely beautiful to hear you both speak about your strengths and your struggles. I, too, struggle with those negative voices in my head, and to see strong people struggling and healing is an inspiration! I wish you all the best. Be well.
He is so amazingly Scottish- and the not taking offence to things is so spot on! ❤
I love him, his openness seems to have no affectation..I wept watching him at Glastonbury...seems like a lovely boy. Thank you for the interview.