Wemcast

Lock Down Rock Up - A conversation with climber and Paramedic Jerome Mowat. This week Eoin Walker joins Jerome Mowat for a conversation about the making and narrative of the film 'Lock Down Rock Up'. The film which is directed, produced and shot by Nico Hambleton has been designed to appeal to both health workers and adventure lovers. It showcases the beneficial and healing transition from high-stress work in healthcare to a high focus and committing activity. Lock Down Rock Up, takes audiences through the challenges Jerome faced as a frontline paramedic in London during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic and how he used rock climbing to escape. During this session Eoin and Jerome discuss: The beneficial impact of climbing and intense activities on mental health The importance of a separate identity away from your professional life Stress within the team and the need to support each other Optimising strategies for self-care and mental health Jerome Mowat Biography: Jerome Mowat initially traine