Season 9 - Episode 7 - Hospitality & Headspace with Scott Armstrong !
Can hospitality thrive without mental wellness?
In this very special live episode of the Chef JKP Podcast, James Knight-Paccheco sits down with Scott Armstrong, journalist-turned-mental-health-advocate and founder of MENTL, to have an unfiltered, honest conversation about the state of mental health in the workplace - particularly in high-pressure industries like hospitality.
This episode dives deep into psychological safety, breaking down stigma, and how investing in mental health isn’t just the right thing to do - it’s good for business.
Scott shares his journey from global editorial roles to launching a platform that challenges cultures of silence and burnout. We also explore how leadership, open dialogue, and structural changes can drive well-being at every level of the team.
Tune In To Learn:
👩🍳 The critical link between mental health and team performance
👩🍳 Scott’s personal journey from journalism to wellness advocacy
👩🍳 The red flags of anxiety, burnout, and toxic leadership
👩🍳 How businesses can create a culture of psychological safety
👩🍳 What the upcoming Mental Health Awards mean for the industry
00:00 Live Podcast Announcement
03:02 Meet Scott Armstrong & His Journey
21:20 Global Journalism to Leadership Challenges
36:03 Shifting from Media to Mental Health Advocacy
46:36 Why Mental Health is a Business Imperative
01:04:09 Addressing Toxic Cultures & Workplace Stress
01:10:08 Mental Health in High-Pressure Environments
01:16:52 The Mental Health Awards & How to Nominate
01:23:34 The Power of Open, Honest Conversations
01:29:52 Quick Fire Round with Scott Armstrong
01:40:26 Final Thoughts & Farewell
You can learn everything about Scott's organisation by heading to - https://mentl.space/
A huge thank you to our partner Luvv Fits – luvvfits.com
🚨Catch more unfiltered conversations like this one at Timeout Market Dubai. Live recordings continue on April 20th and 27th - don’t miss your chance to be part of the audience!
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The Chef JKP Podcast
James Knight-Paccheco celebrates the inspirational stories of people within hospitality, their ups, their downs and everything in between.
What does it take to keep up in one of the most competitive, mentally and physically stressful industries in the world?
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