Zach Tidwell transformed his life after a self-inflicted gunshot wound left him blind and deaf in one ear. Through perseverance, he has pursued numerous adventurous activities, including skiing and white water rafting. He demonstrated that with determination and support, one can regain independence and achieve remarkable goals despite significant challenges. ... Show More
Nov 20
Why They Drank the Kool-Aid: Psychology of Cults
Most of us think we’d never fall for a cult. We imagine the followers of Jim Jones as naïve, brainwashed, or broken people who “drank the Kool-Aid.” But what if that’s not the truth at all?In this eye-opening episode, host Gabe Howard speaks with the award-winning author of “Deat ... Show More
29m 46s
Nov 13
Rock & Roll, ADHD, and Anxiety with Musician Harley Olivia
What happens when a neurodivergent flight attendant trades jet lag for guitar riffs and finds better mental health in the process? In this inspiring and wildly relatable episode, Canadian alt-rock singer-songwriter Harley Olivia joins Gabe Howard to share how embracing her creati ... Show More
32 m
Nov 6
Race, Madness & the Complex History of a Jim Crow Asylum
What can the history of a Jim Crow–era mental asylum teach us about race and mental health today? MSNBC journalist Antonia Hylton joins Gabe Howard to discuss her powerful book “Madness: Race and Insanity in a Jim Crow Asylum,” a deeply researched look at Crownsville Hospital, on ... Show More
27m 47s
Jan 2023
From the Brink of Death to a Life of Purpose: Kevin Parker Recounts His Powerful Journey of Overcoming Addiction, Trauma and Discovering Hope
Kevin Parker is a personal development coach who helps individuals overcome obstacles and find their true warrior within. He has a passion for learning new techniques and strategies to pass along to his clients. As a young adult, Kevin struggled with major depression, anxiety, an ... Show More
34m 1s
Jul 2023
Managing your mental health and supporting people with disabilities, with Lauren McDonough
<p><strong><em>* TRIGGER WARNING – This episode discusses suicide. If this is triggering for you, we advise perhaps skipping today’s episode. For support, call LifeLine on 13 11 14 or visit beyondblue.org.au *</em></strong></p> <p> </p> <p>July is Disability Pride Month, and Kic ... Show More
23m 4s
Jul 2019
Zach Bush, MD Wants You To Let Go Of Your Story
“The biggest problem we all face is the story that we tell ourselves of what our lives have been. It’s keeping us in a box. The ‘cubicle’ you’re really living in is your story.” Zach Bush, MD
He’s back! One of the most fascinating and popular guests to grace this platform, Today ... Show More
1h 54m
Feb 2021
173 - Change you Perspective, Change Your World
Before I begin today’s episode, I want to let you know that I’ll be discussing an attempted suicide. While I believe in talking about things honestly and directly, I know that this topic can be difficult for some people.“It is not so much what happens to you as how you think abou ... Show More
9m 3s
Sep 2023
496: Finding Joy, Triumph, and Love in Life with Quadruple Amputee (and Pirate) Tom Nash
How long do you think it would take you heal from an illness that changed your life? Picture this - you’re 19 have just lost both yours arms and legs after contracting meningococcal disease. How long do you think it would take you to heal? Well for Tom Nash, who survived the life ... Show More
1h 18m
Mar 2023
Zach Braff Is Processing Pain Through Art
We all face difficult experiences at some point in our lives: loss, grief, disappointment—feelings that can be overwhelming, confusing, and even paralyzing to confront. But what if we could transform our pain into something beautiful? What if we could use our creativity to proces ... Show More
1h 51m
Jan 2024
sacrificing our mental health at the altar of social media (ft. thanasi dilos)
<p>Are we sacrificing our mental well-being at the altar of social media and Big Tech? In this episode, I sit down with 21-year-old Thanasi Dilos, a pioneering voice for his generation's mental health and digital safety. Forgoing college to advocate for change, Thanasi shares his ... Show More
1h 39m