How Do You Cope moves to Wondery for new series

Premium podcast studio and network Wondery today announces a brand-new series of the award-winning podcast How Do You Cope? hosted by comedian and broadcaster John Robins.

Launching on Wondery+ on February 17 and wide on February 24, the podcast, previously commissioned by the BBC, sees Robins meet well known special guests for intimate, candid and empathetic conversations – laced with a healthy dose of humour – to talk about how they have overcome the mental and physical hurdles, in navigating their daily lives. The show will see weekly episode drops as well as a bonus episode, with the first bonus show launching on Wondery+ on February 20 and wide on February 27.

With 1 in 6 people* experiencing symptoms of depression or anxiety, it’s never been more important to discuss how people are dealing with these challenges, and each week, the guests share their deeply personal stories with John, who himself has opened up about the challenges he has faced. Whether discussing grief, anxiety or the everyday stresses of modern life, How Do You Cope? offers valuable insights and relatable stories to remind listeners that they’re not alone in their struggles. The podcast creates a supportive space for listeners to learn, laugh and find solace in the shared human experience.

Guests confirmed for the first series include Joe Wicks, Amanda Knox, Justin Hawkins and Chris McCausland.

John Robins commented: “I’m really looking forward to speaking to such incredible people about the lessons they’ve learned and the practical tools they use to get through life, whether it be recovery from addiction, mental health conditions, disability or sudden trauma. The world of wellness, especially online, can sometimes be a chaotic mix of terminology and memes. It’s fantastic to have the time to speak to people at length, and not feel the pressure of providing wisdom in a thirty second clip. Understanding ourselves isn’t always pretty, it doesn’t always paint us in a positive light, and I’m incredibly grateful for the honesty, candour and time my guests have shared with our listeners.”

Chris Baughen, Head of Podcasts, Wondery UK, said: “John Robins is the perfect host for this inspiring, enlightening and entertaining series exploring relatable stories around mental and physical wellbeing in everyday life. John’s warmth, humour and empathy brings out the best in his guests as they delve deep into their personal challenges, and how they overcame them.”

How Do You Cope? is the latest original series in Wondery’s extensive UK slate and follows the success of recent #1 hit shows including Kill List, Ghost Story and The Price of Paradise. Other originals include British Scandal, Legacy and The Spy Who as well as limited series Hooked on Freddie, Who Killed Daphne?, Harsh Reality and Stolen Hearts.

How Do You Cope? launches on Wondery+ on February 17 with a bonus episode publishing on February 20. The series launches on all other podcast services on February 24 with the bonus episode available on February 27. Episodes publish weekly.