Callum Wilson: Opening Up About His Haunted Past and the Battles You Didn’t See (E353)

<p>Callum Wilson is a Premier League striker known for his sharp finishing and explosive pace on the pitch; but off it, he has an equally powerful story.&nbsp;</p><br><p>Warning: this episode contains themes of suicide and trauma.</p><br><p>In this episode, Callum opens up about the darker side of his upbringing, including dealing with suicidal thoughts as a teen and the emotional scars that came with growing up in chaos. He reflects on how football gave him a sense of direction and purpose when everything else felt unstable.</p><br><p>He also shares the impact of Eddie Howe, who became a father figure, and how therapy helped him face long-buried trauma. From two ACL injuries to mentoring younger players, Callum reflects on resilience, growth, and staying grounded.</p><br><p>This episode dives into mental health, fatherhood, football, and the power of second chances.</p><br><p>If you, or someone you know who's struggling - please call Samaritans on 116123 or CALM on 0800 58 58 58.</p><br><p>🚨 Partners</p><br><p>Heights 👉 Get 20% off your subscription by using Code: HP20 here: <a href="https://hppod.co/20heights" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://hppod.co/20heights</a></p><br><p>HP Foundation 👉Do you want to kick-start an evolution that will change the lives of millions of children? Find out more about the High Performance Foundation: <a href="https://hppod.co/foundation" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://hppod.co/foundation</a></p><br><p>HP Corporate Events 👉Click here to book High Performance Events: <a href="https://hppod.co/corporate-events" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://hppod.co/corporate-events</a></p><br><p>Explore offers and discounts through our other partners:</p><p><a href="https://hppod.co/partners" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://hppod.co/partners</a></p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>