Blair's Blues And Other News

Actor Millie Watson (Holby City) talks about her journey to mental fitness, and her love of many genres of music from folk to drum n’ bass. Through a discussion of growing up as a child in Egypt and eventually moving to England, being hospitalised for an eating disorder, and breaking out of the mainstream typecast for female actors, Blair gets to know Millie’s journey through art and music.Listen along to Millie’s songs at this Spotify playlist. Discussions begin:The Cranberries - Ode to My Family (1:16)The National - About Today (4:45)Bush - Glycerine (11:49)The Martinis - Free (17:38)Chase and Status - Alive (20:00)Leonard Cohen - Anthem (24:06)Alanis Morrissette - Front Row (29:59)Kate Tempest - People’s Faces (36:48)Salad Keita - Yamore (40:55)Keri Hilsom - Knock You Down (45:42)Nico - These Days (48:01)You can find Millie on Instagram @cbellamie.Resources/Links:Visit Millie’s yoga site.If you are affected by any of the issues in this episode, please go to the NHS website, and the website of charity Mind.