Podcast appearances and mentions of christian bjoerklund

Dr. Corinna Franklin of Yale University joins Nick Fletcher for a discussion on leadership, the Ruth Jackson Society, increasing diversity in pediatric orthopedics, and balancing her role as division chief with parenting and her family. She shares stories of her mentors in orthopedics, the state of the POSNA DEI initiative, and her learning curve as a leader in her department and field. Produced by Nick Fletcher. Music by Christian Bjoerklund. 

Dr. Manoj Ramachandran from Royal London Hospital and Barts Health joins Nick Fletcher for a broad-ranging conversation about his multifaceted career, including multiple entrepreneurial successes, authoring numerous books, building a practice, leading a department, and more. Dr. Ramachandran also offers illuminating insights into how artificial intelligence can advance our field. Produced by Nick Fletcher and Carter Clement. Music by Christian Bjoerklund.

Dr. Kevin Shea of Stanford joins Nick Fletcher during the IPOS meeting for a broad-ranging conversation about his upbringing including his early knack for working on engines, his path through training including a rigorous fellowship year at San Diego and subsequent travels around the globe, his experience in private practice and recent transition to academics, and his extensive work on healthcare quality and value including the POSNA Safe Surgeon Program. Produced by Nick Fletcher and Carter Clement. Music by Christian Bjoerklund.

Dr. Mark Dahl of Gillette joins Nick Fletcher for a broad-ranging conversation about his background and journey to a cutting edge practice in limb deformity correction. Dr. Dahl recounts his travels around the globe to learn from pioneers in this niche subspecialty. Join us to hear how Dr. Dahl's unique path has led him to grow as a surgeon and to advance the field. Produced by Nick Fletcher and Carter Clement. Music by Christian Bjoerklund.

Dr. Laurel Blakemore, CEO of Pediatric Specialists of Virginia, joins Nick Fletcher for a broad-ranging conversation about her upbringing, her transition into leadership roles at a relatively young age, her pivots to new jobs and new challenges, and her visions for the future of the Scoliosis Research Society and the entire field of pediatric orthopaedic surgery. Produced by Nick Fletcher and Carter Clement. Music by Christian Bjoerklund.

Dr. Wudbhav (Woody) Sankar from Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and U. Penn joins Nick Fletcher for a broad-ranging conversation about his career path, his approach to research, a deep dive into the inner-workings of POSNA, and more. Produced by Nick Fletcher and Carter Clement. Music by Christian Bjoerklund.

Dr. Jon Davids from the Sacramento Shriners Hospital and U.C. Davis joins Nick Fletcher for a broad-ranging conversation on his upbringing, his career, how he has seen the field of cerebral palsy management change over the last 3 decades, some surgical pearls for CP treatment, and more. Produced by Nick Fletcher and Carter Clement. Music by Christian Bjoerklund.

Vince Mosca, Baxter Willis, Peter Armstrong, Freeman Miller, and Stephen Tredwell were inducted into the POSNA Hall of Fame this year. They gathered at the Annual Meeting to reflect on their careers, friendships, and experiences with POSNA. (Unfortunately, inductees Morris Duhaime and Andy Sullivan were not present.) Your hosts are Salil Upasani from Rady, Nick Fletcher from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, and Carter Clement from Children's Hospital of New Orleans. Produced by Nick Fletcher and Carter Clement. Music by Christian Bjoerklund.

Julie and Walter (Quincy) Samora are a married couple of pediatric orthopaedic surgeons who practice at Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. In this episode, they join Nick Fletcher to discuss their personal background and their careers together but also their very different approaches to education and other facets of their work. Julie also shares insights on DEI in the field and second victim syndrome. Produced by Nick Fletcher and Carter Clement. Music by Christian Bjoerklund.

In this highly personal conversation, Nick Fletcher of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta speaks with his mentor, partner, and friend, Dr. Robert (Bob) Bruce. They discuss Dr. Bruce's upbringing, career, and many lessons along the way. Produced by Nick Fletcher and Carter Clement. Music by Christian Bjoerklund.

Dr. Daniel Sucato of Texas Scottish Rite Hospital (TSRH) joins Nick Fletcher at the annual International Pediatric Orthopaedic Symposium (IPOS) for a broad-ranging conversation. They discuss Dr. Sucato's upbringing, the journey to become a dual-specialty (hip & knee) surgeon, his research philosophy, managing the inevitable work-life "imbalance," and plenty of TSRH lore. Produced by Nick Fletcher and Carter Clement. Music by Christian Bjoerklund.

Are they as bleak as the weather? Join Mick Webb and Simon Calder for a summary of the festive disruptions, a lively listener exchange about business flights and a look back at the original Christmas journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem- challenging, to put it mildly. With thanks to Christian Bjoerklund for his electronic track, Hallon.

Dr. Suken Shah of Nemours Children's Health joins Nick Fletcher at the SRS Annual Meeting for a broad-ranging conversation. They discuss their approaches to wellness, including sleep habits, exercise, and meditation. They also touch on how to bounce back from complications, keeping your practice up-to-date, book recommendations, and much more. Produced by Nick Fletcher and Carter Clement. Music by Christian Bjoerklund.

Dr. Deborah Eastwood from Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children in London joins Nick Fletcher for a broad-ranging conversation on her journey to orthopaedics, differences between the US and UK training pathways, her philosophies on patient care and education, career advice for trainees, coordinating research across Europe, and much more. Produced by Nick Fletcher and Carter Clement. Music by Christian Bjoerklund.

Dr. Vish Talkwalkar from the Lexington Shriners Hospital and University of Kentucky joins Nick Fletcher for a broad-ranging conversation on his childhood, his path to pediatric orthopedics, his experience in the Shriner's system, his approach to family life, and more. Produced by Nick Fletcher and Carter Clement. Music by Christian Bjoerklund.

Drs. Charles Johnston and Scott Mubarak from TSRH and Rady, respectively, join a conversation led by Nick Fletcher at the 2022 POSNA Annual Meeting honoring their induction into the POSNA Hall of Fame (HOF). Salil Upasani and Coleen Sabatini, members of the POSNA HOF Committee, also join the discussion. The conversation spans the inductees' careers, inventions, research, POSNA contributions, and much more. Produced by Nick Fletcher and Carter Clement. Music by Christian Bjoerklund.

Dr. Ira Zaltz from Beaumont Royal Oak Hospital and Henry Ford Health System, joins Nick Fletcher to discuss his upbringing, path to pediatric orthopaedics, development as a hip surgeon, views on the future of hip preservation, and much more. Produced by Nick Fletcher and Carter Clement. Music by Christian Bjoerklund.

Dr. Martha Murray, Chief of Orthopedics at Boston Children's, joins Nick Fletcher to discuss her unique career path, her journey through NIH-funded research and FDA approval, her new role as department Chief, and much more. Produced by Nick Fletcher and Carter Clement. Music by Christian Bjoerklund.

It's the month of February: Valentine's Day is on the way. Whether or not you think it's one of those Hallmark card holidays, it's a good opportunity to talk about love and healthy relationships. Have you heard the term “love bombing”? Emily Jordan Jensen is a University of Minnesota lecturer in the College of Continuing and Professional Studies program in behavioral health and addictions counseling. She's also a licensed marriage and family therapist who specializes in couples therapy. Jill Riley: What does “love bombing” mean? It sounds cute and nice…but it is anything but? Emily Jordan Jensen: Right? It sounds like it should be really fun. The idea of love bombing is that it's this behavioral pattern where you see a series of grand gestures - maybe gift giving, excessive focus, attention - kind of in one direction. So from one partner in a dating relationship to another…and in the beginning, it can feel really flattering. But in the love bombing situation there kind of tend to be some strings attached to that behavior. So the partner who is doting and providing all this additional attention may knowingly or unknowingly be sort of creating a power imbalance in the relationship. Attempting to be someone's world can really create the illusion that the other person doesn't need anyone else. What the signs that you could be with a love bomb? What are the personality traits? I don't want to create a sense of skepticism around every nice thing that someone does for you. I think many of us have trouble opening up at all in the beginning of a relationship and, and so some people would connect this pattern of love bombing with narcissism or narcissistic personality disorder. So you know, it doesn't necessarily mean that trouble is afoot if there's grand gestures in your relationship, but one thing that you might want to start keying into is: are those gestures kind of creating an atmosphere in your relationship where you're feeling a little cut off from some of your other people and other things that bring you joy? Isolation is certainly a red flag, and something that we'd be more concerned about. It really sounds like it could be dangerous to be in that kind of relationship. The concern is that this pattern of imbalance and control can set the stage for intimate partner violence or emotional abuse in a relationship. That's the worst case scenario…but I think even in a less severe situation, if you're in a situation where you're being cut off from family, friends, social supports, it puts an immense amount of pressure on the relationship itself. It's a lot to be somebody's everything, and quite frankly, I think relationships that don't have that outside support tend to collapse under the waiters themselves. Yeah. And during a pandemic, during a time of such isolation, maybe it can be hard to to pick up on what actually is going on, since you're kind of used to being isolated with this person. Oh, absolutely. Yeah, I think the conditions that we're in now can make it even harder to kind of make that distinction. And maybe you're in a bubble with this other person that you're dating, and they're like, the only person you see, because of safety concerns. I do think that's been a real challenge in light of what's been going on recently. There's healthy love, and there's unhealthy love. What are some some signs that this is healthy, this is going in the right direction? The love bombing thing really sounds like it can spell disaster. For sure. Yeah, you know, when you're just starting a relationship, I think one of the most important things you can tune into is looking at the other relationships in that person's life. Psychologists love to say like that the best predictor of future behavior is past behavior. If you're hiring someone for a position, you're going to look at their references or ask for people to vouch for them. I think about dating as sort of an extended interview process: you know, if you are going to be the person who's most important In my life, I should do a pretty thorough job in vetting who you are. I think looking at other friendships that someone has in their life can be a great indicator of how they might be in relationship with you - and their family as well. If someone says “I'm cut off from my family” or “I don't have any friends”…you know, that is not necessarily a death knell for the relationship. But it's certainly something that I would want to be curious about and learn more about why that is. Let's say you're a family member or a friend of somebody who may be caught in a relationship with some some real red flags. How can somebody, as an outsider, approach that? Because there can be a lot of denial. Definitely, definitely. There's all this brain chemistry when you're falling in love, right? That makes it really hard to be objective. And I think that's why it is so important to stay connected to your other people. But that doesn't always happen. And, right, how difficult when when you are that other person in someone's life? I think sometimes in Minnesota, we like to be conflict avoidant. We think, “Oh, I'm sure it's fine.” If you have a sense that there's something off, “I'm concerned about this person that I care about,” you know, I think a gentle approach is really helpful. “I'm just getting curious,” you know, ask them questions about how the relationship is going. If you lead with this kind of accusatory tone, they're going to be on the defensive about their relationship, of course; but if you can ask gently and kind of express that you care, that's important, too. I think that friend might be really leaning into their relationship, maybe they're not spending as much time with you as they once did. Some of that's kind of typical, but don't give up on them. Keep reaching out and keep asking them to do things with you too. It's the dead of winter, and times are tough for people. Times are tough for relationships. What are some common problems that you're seeing as a professional as a couples therapist right now? Right? We're all so tired, aren't we? Continuing on this theme of social support for relationships, I think a lot of what I've been seeing in practice is that many of our couples, they're cut off from those outside supports. You know, they're not seeing friends like they used to. Maybe their gym is closed and they're not able to work out like they used to. Maybe they would normally travel to see family this time of year, and they haven't been able to travel. I think all of that is it putting a lot of pressure on a primary relationship: it's like, “Okay, you have to be my everything.” Some of that's just by default, because of the world that we're living in. That, again, is a lot of pressure and our stressors are up too, so it can be really easy to look to your partner and say, “Well, you're my only other person in this. If you're not holding up your end of the line, I think we're gonna collapse.” It really drives a lot more conflict than you might normally experience. For anybody listening right now that maybe that's kind of clicking with them, what's a good way to approach that with your partner? A lot of couples therapists feel like we get people when they're really far down the line. I think part of our cultural narrative around couples therapy is that it's a last-ditch effort; like, you only go there if your relationship feels like it's tanking. And honestly, you can do so much more work in a preventative place. So: “Hey, we're just not feeling exactly like we used to,” or, “I'm noticing a little more conflict, maybe we should reach out and get some more tools or, you know, just have a checkup on how we're doing because this is such a stressful time.” Searching online is a great way to look for providers. Psychology Today has a great website that you can go to: you can put in if your insurance provider if you have one, your location, a couple other search filters and try to find clinicians who might be open to taking you on as a client. At the beginning of our conversation, we were talking about this term “love bombing.” If anyone is listening right now that's thinking, “You know, I'm feeling really cut off. What I thought were gestures of love may be something else.” I can understand and see how there may be some fear around ending the relationship or leaving. How about for someone like that? What kind of advice would you give? Oh, sure. That's really tough to be, a tough place to begin. I think reaching out to whoever is in your network and getting honest about what you've been experiencing is a great first step. You know, we're stronger together, and if you're in a position like that, likely you've been made to feel like you don't have a lot of power or maybe you're feeling kind of small or frightened. Pulling other people who can who can be a support to you can be really important. It can provide perspective into your situation, it can embolden you to speak out for what you need. I think that's a great first step, and often when you're in a position like that you might feel a sense of shame or like, “I don't want to talk about this experience.” But as much as you can, to be really honest about what you've been experiencing with other people you trust, I think, is a really good move. I was thinking as you were talking about, past behavior can predict future behavior…I've been married for so long that it just kind of sparked this thought. You know, if I was ever out there again, like, would I hesitate to ask for references? I wonder if anybody else is thinking that right now. Yes. You don't need to call them references, necessarily, but it's, “You know, hey, let's, let's do something with your friends,” or “I would love to meet your friends,” you know, or, “We're gonna go out and is there anyone who could join us?” I think that's a really good thing. When I met my spouse, he was in his 30s, and he was still really good friends with these people from middle school. And they're just these goofy friends who had these memories of him, you know, for decades since he was this goofy teenager, and I just found that to be very attractive and reassuring. You know, “Okay. There's somebody who they can really vouch for this guy.” Like, they've seen him through life. I think that can be really something to look out for when you're dating. Every Wednesday morning at 8:30 CST, Jill Riley connects with experts and local personalities for some real talk about keeping our minds and bodies healthy — from staying safe in the music scene, to exercising during a pandemic, to voting and civic engagement. Looking for more resources and support? Visit our friends at Call to Mind, MPR's initiative to foster new conversations about mental health. Subscribe to Wellness Wednesday as a podcast on Spotify, Apple, RSS, Radio Public, Stitcher, or Amazon Music. Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Jill Riley and produced by Anna Weggel and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song "F.B. One Number 2" by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. This week's photo is by Sherwood411 (CC BY-NC 2.0). The image was altered: it was cropped, filtered to greyscale, and supplemented with a logo.

Dr. Vince Mosca of Seattle Children's joins Nick Fletcher on the podcast. They discuss Dr. Mosca's career, some controversies in foot surgery, his philosophy on mentorship, lots of pediatric orthopedic history, his special friendship with the late Dr. Lynn Staheli, and more. Produced by Nick Fletcher and Carter Clement. Music by Christian Bjoerklund.

Whether Dry January is a way to address a serious drinking problem or simply a break from booze after a season of overindulgence, there are myriad benefits to abstaining from alcohol. Addiction psychiatrist Kristen Schmidt joins Jill Riley to discuss. Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Jill Riley; and produced by Anna Weggel and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song 'F.B. One Number 2' by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. Head to thecurrent.org for more wellness content and great music.

The omicron variant of Covid-19 has arrived in force. What should we be doing to protect ourselves? Kris Ehresmann of the Minnesota Department of Health joins Jill Riley to shed some light. Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Jill Riley; and produced by Anna Weggel and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song 'F.B. One Number 2' by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. Head to thecurrent.org for more wellness content and great music.

As we approach the middle of a second winter of extra at-home time, spending some time to pick up and clean out can pay dividends for our mental health. Mayo Clinic psychologist Lisa Hardesty shares tips with Jill Riley. Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Jill Riley; and produced by Anna Weggel and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song 'F.B. One Number 2' by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. Head to thecurrent.org for more wellness content and great music.

Now is the time of year to talk about seasonal affective disorder. Craig Sawchuk is a clinical psychologist and co-chair of Mayo Clinic's Division of Integrated Behavioral Health. This valuable conversation was previously featured on Wellness Wednesday in January 2021. Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Jill Riley; and produced by Anna Weggel and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song 'F.B. One Number 2' by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. Head to thecurrent.org for more wellness content and great music.

Performing artist Nakara Forjé has recently published a ‘7 Day Grief Journal for Hip Hop Lovers.' She tells Sean McPherson about how she hopes to help people work through their grief, whatever that might mean to them. This week Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Sean McPherson; and produced by Anna Weggel and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song 'F.B. One Number 2' by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. Head to thecurrent.org for more wellness content and great music.

Dr. Jeffrey Sawyer of Campbell Clinic joins Nick Fletcher on the podcast. They discuss Dr. Sawyer's training and career, his views on mentorship, his approach to work-life balance and wellbeing (especially exercise!), and much more. Produced by Nick Fletcher and Carter Clement. Music by Christian Bjoerklund.

The holidays are a time of joy - but they can also be a difficult time, charged with anxiety. University of Minnesota wellness expert Mary Jo Kreitzer tells Jill Riley why this is, and shares some tips for maintaining mental health during the holiday season. Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Jill Riley; and produced by Anna Weggel and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song 'F.B. One Number 2' by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. Head to thecurrent.org for more wellness content and great music.

With Covid-19 vaccines now available for kids five and up, Jill Riley turns to immunologist Azza Gadir to speak to questions and concerns that parents might have. Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Jill Riley; and produced by Anna Weggel and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song 'F.B. One Number 2' by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. Head to thecurrent.org for more wellness content and great music.

With the Omicron variant having officially arrived in Minnesota, the Minnesota Department of Health's Kris Ehresmann joined Jill Riley to talk about what the latest twist in the Covid-19 pandemic means with holiday gatherings ahead. Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Jill Riley; and produced by Anna Weggel and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song 'F.B. One Number 2' by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. Head to thecurrent.org for more wellness content and great music.

A Red Cross expert tells Jill Riley the need for blood donations is more urgent right now than it's been in decades. Learn why, and how you can help. Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Jill Riley; and produced by Anna Weggel and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song 'F.B. One Number 2' by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. Head to thecurrent.org for more wellness content and great music.

Taking time to feel and express gratitude is important for our hearts, minds, and relationships. Psychiatrist Lidia Zylowska shares some tips on making gratitude a habit. Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Jill Riley; and produced by Anna Weggel and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song 'F.B. One Number 2' by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. Head to thecurrent.org for more wellness content and great music.

Giving to others is an important part of our own well-being, and the need is great. Ahead of Minnesota's annual Give to the Max Day, Jill Riley spoke with Allison O'Toole of Second Harvest Heartland, a nonprofit working to feed the hungry. Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Jill Riley; and produced by Anna Weggel and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song 'F.B. One Number 2' by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. Head to thecurrent.org for more wellness content and great music.

Naps take practice. That's just one of the helpful hits that neurologist Michael Howell shares with Jill Riley as we move forward from falling back. Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Jill Riley; and produced by Anna Weggel and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song 'F.B. One Number 2' by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. Head to thecurrent.org for more wellness content and great music.

“Hygge” isn't just a buzzword, it describes a pattern of habits that can help us stay healthy and contented during the long Minnesota winter. Theresa Nutt, an expert on integrative health and well-being, gets cozy with Jill Riley as they discuss how to make hygge work for you. Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Jill Riley; and produced by Christy Taylor and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song 'F.B. One Number 2' by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. Head to thecurrent.org for more wellness content and great music.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month…but what exactly should we be aware of? Oncologist Todd Tuttle tells Jill Riley what scientists are learning about breast cancer and what steps can help make you safer. Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Jill Riley; and produced by Christy Taylor and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song 'F.B. One Number 2' by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. Head to thecurrent.org for more wellness content and great music.

When will Covid-19 vaccines be approved for children under 12? How do we know they will be safe? Pediatrician Jill Foster tells Jill Riley how the approval process works, and what the expected timeline looks like right now. Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Jill Riley; and produced by Christy Taylor and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song 'F.B. One Number 2' by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. Head to thecurrent.org for more wellness content and great music.

ADHD is often associated with children, which makes it all the more important to understand the symptoms and treatment options for the many adults who also experience challenges with attention and executive functioning. Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Jill Riley; and produced by Christy Taylor and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song 'F.B. One Number 2' by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. Head to thecurrent.org for more wellness content and great music.

After realizing that some music fans with invisible disabilities weren't able to attend concerts, singer-songwriter Jason Isbell became involved with an organization called KultureCity, which works to accommodate different sensory needs in public spaces. He joined Jill Riley to talk about what that means, and why it's important. Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Jill Riley; and produced by Christy Taylor and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song 'F.B. One Number 2' by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. Head to thecurrent.org for more wellness content and great music.

Even as we fight to end the Covid-19 pandemic, an ongoing pandemic of violence against women continues around the world. Cheryl Thomas, of Global Rights for Women, joins Jill Riley to share some perspective and advice. Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Jill Riley; and produced by Christy Taylor and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song 'F.B. One Number 2' by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. Head to thecurrent.org for more wellness content and great music.

Dr. Mustafa al'Absi tells Jill Riley that he expects the cumulative effects of the stress we've all experienced during the Covid-19 pandemic to be serious and long-lasting. There are steps we can take, though, to reduce those effects. Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Jill Riley; and produced by Christy Taylor and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song 'F.B. One Number 2' by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. Head to thecurrent.org for more wellness content and great music.

The U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, just before the 20th anniversary of 9/11, has been hard for many veterans to watch. Eric Wittenberg, an Army veteran and suicide prevention coordinator with the Minneapolis VA, tells Jill Riley about resources that are available to help with veterans' mental health. Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Jill Riley; and produced by Christy Taylor and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song 'F.B. One Number 2' by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. Head to thecurrent.org for more wellness content and great music.

Leading up to World Suicide Prevention Day, Jill Riley spoke with psychiatrist Kaz Nelson about what we can do to help prevent suicide - and where help is available. Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Jill Riley; and produced by Christy Taylor and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song 'F.B. One Number 2' by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. Head to thecurrent.org for more wellness content and great music.

When First Avenue announced in early August that vaccination would be required for entry to all shows, it was in the forefront of what has become an industry trend. Jill Riley talked with First Avenue's marketing director Ashley Ryan about how the policy's working in practice. Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Jill Riley; and produced by Christy Taylor and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song 'F.B. One Number 2' by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. Head to thecurrent.org for more wellness content and great music.

Much as we hoped it would be different, students from preschoolers to collegiates are returning to in-person learning with a pandemic that continues to rage. How can we support our students and be mindful of their mental as well as physical health? Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Jill Riley; and produced by Christy Taylor and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song 'F.B. One Number 2' by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. Head to thecurrent.org for more wellness content and great music.

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues into a second fall, many people who have been vaccinated are feeling anger and frustration toward those who've chosen not to get the shot. Jill Riley talks with psychiatrist Sophia Albott about how people can process their feelings in ways that don't do more harm than good. Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Jill Riley; and produced by Christy Taylor and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song 'F.B. One Number 2' by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. Head to thecurrent.org for more wellness content and great music.

In addressing the obesity epidemic, physicians and researchers today focus on obesity as a chronic disease - not as a personal trait. Dr. Megan Bensignor of the University of Minnesota joins Sean McPherson to explain this new approach. Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Jill Riley (with, this week, guest host Sean McPherson); and produced by Christy Taylor and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song 'F.B. One Number 2' by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. Head to thecurrent.org for more wellness content and great music.

Just when it looked like life was starting to get back to normal, the rapidly-spreading delta variant of COVID-19 has forced a return to some formerly abandoned pandemic precautions. Kris Ehresmann of the Minnesota Department of Health explains what the variant's rise means moving into the fall. Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Jill Riley; and produced by Christy Taylor and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song 'F.B. One Number 2' by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. Head to thecurrent.org for more wellness content and great music.

Why is it so hard to stop reading bad news, and how can you break the habit of obsessively checking your phone? NYU psychologist Ariane Ling joins Jill Riley to share some perspective. Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Jill Riley; and produced by Christy Taylor and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song 'F.B. One Number 2' by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. Head to thecurrent.org for more wellness content and great music.

When Alicia Bognanno of Bully posted on Twitter asking for tips on touring sober, Jill Riley decided to call Johnny Solomon: an Alaska-via-Minnesota musician and therapist who's been open about his own experiences as a touring musician in recovery. Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Jill Riley; and produced by Christy Taylor and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song 'F.B. One Number 2' by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. Head to thecurrent.org for more wellness content and great music.

A visit to the doctor can be intimidating for anyone, but the challenges are multiplied for members of the LGBTQ community: too few medical professionals are properly trained to meet their distinct needs. Jessica Halem, of the Tegan and Sara Foundation, shares strategies that can help. Wellness Wednesday is hosted by Jill Riley; and produced by Anna Weggel and Jay Gabler. Our theme music is a portion of the song 'F.B. One Number 2' by Christian Bjoerklund under the Non Commercial Share Alike 3.0 International License. Head to thecurrent.org for more wellness content and great music.