Men’s Health has announced Alastair Campbell as a new mental health columnist, leading a ‘Talking Heads’ interview franchise with globally renowned personalities. Alastair is a writer and communicator best known for his role as former British Prime Minister Tony Blair's spokesman, press secretary and director of communications and strategy. Alastair will feature across Men’s Health’s magazine, website and YouTube channel, using his own experience of depression and breakdown to connect with his interviewees and raise awareness of mental health amongst men.

Talking Heads will be an ongoing series drawing attention to the people and the issues at the heart of the vital debate around mental health. Aligned with the beliefs of Men’s Health UK, Alastair’s interviews will also shine more light on the inextricable link between physical and mental health. 

The interview series launches in the March 2022 issue of Men’s Health UK – out 9 February – through a powerful interview conducted by Alastair with star England international rugby player, Maro Itoje. Covering a host of topics that are closely linked to mental health, the Saracens lock forward also opens up on his life outside of rugby and what he does to keep himself mentally strong on and off the pitch.