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Dec. 5, 2023

The Importance of Family: Jill on her relationship with her brother, …

More often than not, we take our family for granted. Growing up in the same house, we form a lasting bond like no other. However, it does not always mean that these bonds cannot be damaged or broken. Join us …

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Nov. 28, 2023

Nowhere to Run: Jon returns to talk about aging, how he felt completi…

Please join us for Jon’s triumphant return! Jon was recently featured in episode 58 of Sad Times (link can be found below) discussing his history as a distance runner and its impact on his mental health. On today’s episode, J...

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Nov. 21, 2023

Wellness is Wellness: Tony on his work in the mental health field, ho…

Even as we move toward the middle of the 2020s, the stigma around mental health still persists. There are people all over this world working to not only combat that stigma, but also to help those in need. Join us …

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Nov. 14, 2023

Navigating Growing Up: Adam on the loneliness he felt in his childhoo…

Many people have been raised in a family that has had to split up. Often, the children affected by these changes are left alone with their feelings and wonder what outlet there might be. Join us today as we talk …

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Nov. 7, 2023

The Enduring Bonds of Family: Jon on losing his father at a young age…

When we are young, we look to our parents as arbiters of our daily conflicts as well as the ones who point the direction our lives are headed. When a parent is unexpectedly lost, lives are changed forever. Join us …

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Oct. 24, 2023

A turning point in an addiction and a path forward: Part III (of III)…

Please join us today as we wrap up Katie’s powerful story. If you have not listened to the first or second part, please see the links to each episode below. In this final of three episodes, we conclude Katie’s remarkable …

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Oct. 17, 2023

Marriage and Divorce: Part II (of III) of Katie as she discusses her …

Please join us today as we present part II our three-part series with Katie! If you have not listened to the first part, please see the link to the first episode below. In this episode we pick up with Katie …

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Oct. 10, 2023

Severe Childhood Trauma: Part I (of III) of Katie as she discusses ab…

Please join us today in the first part of a three part series with Katie. Katie is a strong and kind woman who has been through an immense amount of trauma throughout her life. On Part I, we will discuss …

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Oct. 3, 2023

Running with the Devil: Jon returns to discuss endurance, mental heal…

Every year around the world, millions of people make the decision to train for and complete a marathon. Not only is it a test of human endurance, it also acts as a mental health release. Join us as Jon returns …

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Sept. 26, 2023

Awareness of Struggles and Escapes: Nathan on his struggles with ADD,…

Growing up in a small midwestern town can feel isolating and filled with boredom. Often, the attention can stray. However, a creative and curious mind can help develop varying interests. Join us today as we talk with Nathan a...

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Sept. 19, 2023

Parenting a Child with Medical Complexities: Ali returns to Sad Times…

The journey of pregnancy and childbirth is often a challenging and transcendent experience. However, when a child is born with medical complexities, the challenges become more ever present — for the child, of course, and also...

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Sept. 12, 2023

The Journey of an Empath: Teale on where she came from, the years lon…

Empaths are defined as “An individual who feels more empathy than the average human.” This often leads empaths to work in fields which benefits others. Join us today as we talk with Teale about her upbringing, her career in t...

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Sept. 5, 2023

The Continued Creative Struggle: Joel on continuing to make meaningfu…

Even as artists continue to produce meaningful work, it does not always satisfy the ambitions of said artists. Join us today as we talk with Joel about all of the fantastic animation work he has produced, his long struggle wi...

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Aug. 29, 2023

The Trauma of a Stage Four Cancer Diagnosis: Elliot’s story of his wi…

One of the more common known phrases in the Western World is “In sickness and in health”. While many of us vow to honor these words, it is not often something that is encountered early in life. Please join us …

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Aug. 22, 2023

The Power of Language: Andy on his upbringing, his time in service in…

We often forget the power of words. In day to day life as well as the relationships that we build, words do matter. Join us this week as we talk with Andy about his upbringing in the Midwest, his lessons …

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Aug. 15, 2023

Building the Life You Desire: Laurel’s journey of social anxiety stru…

While the idea of introvert and extrovert has become a part of our understanding of personality, it does not alleviate the challenges presented by either. Join us today as we speak with Laurel about her experience as a lifelo...

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Aug. 8, 2023

The Power of Family: Whitney discusses her troubled father, the relat…

For many generations, discussing internal family strife was akin to “airing dirty laundry” — it was something that was simply not done. So it was with Whitney and her family. However, in the ensuing years, Whitney has gained ...

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Aug. 1, 2023

Substance Abuse Survival: Scott’s story of dealing with addiction, th…

Addiction and a racing mind tend to go hand in hand. As addiction strengthens, it is often far more pernicious than once believed. Join us as we talk with film actor Scott Schiaffo (Clerks, Vulgar) about his harrowing tales o...

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July 25, 2023

The Beauty of Authentic Empowerment: Nicole shares stories of her car…

We all experience trauma as children. Whether we know it or not, we also bring that trauma into our adult relationships and interactions. Join us today as we speak with renowned mental health professional Nicole about her car...

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July 18, 2023

Finding Home In Family: Bonnie on what it’s like to grow up as a “Thi…

For most of us, responding to an inquiry of where we are from is an easy answer. Even if we have to move around within that country, we always are able to point to where our roots are laid down. …

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July 11, 2023

The Continuing Artistic Journey: Melissa shares her experience of pur…

Art is legitimate work. That being said, the conversations we often have around art and careers seek to exclude the artist from the society that they help enrich. Join us today as we speak with Melissa about her theatrical ca...

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July 4, 2023

Postpartum Depression Among The Unspoken Expectations Of Society: Mar…

Postpartum depression and anxiety is something that afflicts millions of women each year, yet it still seems to be too often experienced alone. Please join us as we speak with Marina about her own struggles with Postpartum de...

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June 27, 2023

Becoming The Person You Are Meant To Be: Bill on his experience with …

No matter where we find ourselves in life, it is a good bet we have at least a handful of artists to which we turn for support, comfort, and guidance. Join us today as we speak with Bill about his …

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June 20, 2023

Overcoming severe Childhood traumas: Bobette discusses her extremely …

Growing up in the 1960s and 1970s, people were encouraged to keep their familial trauma within the walls of their homes. Even with severe trauma, people far too often felt alone in their suffering. Please join us today as Bob...

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