Podcasts about Stigma

To je 529. epizoda naših možganskih potovanj, pred mikrofonom pa prvič gostimo – infektologinjo! V Evropi in tudi pri nas znova narašča število primerov sifilisa. Bolezen v obliki nevrosifilisa lahko močno prizadane tudi možgane. Na primeru nevrosifilisa se je veliko naučila tudi psihiatrija. Stigma je še velika. Če ga hitro odkrijejo, je zelo dobro ozdravljiv. Bolezen, ki ima zanimivo zgodovino, nikakor ni stvar preteklosti. Vabljeni na potep z Mojco Delač in njeno gostjo, specialistko infektologije, dr. Barbaro Kokošar Ulčar!

Send us Fan MailWhen your blood tests come back normal and your doctor sends you on your way, that's not a diagnosis – that's a dismissal. In this episode, I follow Priya, a self-employed autistic woman in her late 30s whose 18 months of worsening fatigue, hair loss, skin changes, and irregular periods have been met with advice to exercise more and download a mindfulness app.I walk you through why "normal bloods" and "everything's fine" are not the same thing, which conditions are routinely missed in fat patients, and what it actually looks like when a doctor does their job properly.Because basic care isn't heroics. It's just medicine.Got a question for the next podcast? Let me know!Connect With MeBUY THE BOOK: Never suffer through another through another weight loss lecture from your doctor againJOIN THE NO WEIGH MOVEMENT: Get a free script when you sign upTHE WEIGHTING ROOM: Community with a neurodivergent flavour. **BOOK CLUB** exclusive to Weighting Room members. BOOK A CONSULTATION: For the ultimate transformation in your healthcare journeyEXPLORE THE MASTERCLASS LIBRARY: Become an expert in your condition and the weight inclusive ways to manage itFREE GUIDES:Evidence-based, not diet nonsenseFind me on Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

Nawal Roy joins Something For Everybody this week. Nawal is Founder and CEO of Holmusk.  In this insightful interview, Nawal shares his journey from economics to mental health data innovation, emphasizing the importance of data-driven approaches to mental health care, the future of AI, and the societal challenges ahead. -

Positive Connections Radio (Podcast) Episode 142 Situation Screwed/Still SurvivableHALT and Call for Backup (Video) https://youtu.be/kVKX3HhJbKECoast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintockSummaryCaptain James Owen is a retired fire captain, author, speaker, and recovery advocate dedicated to helping people navigate trauma, resilience, and recovery.After nearly 30 years in emergency services, including more than two decades with the Long Beach Fire Department, James served as a firefighter, paramedic, fire captain, incident commander, and peer support team member. He responded to everything from medical emergencies and major fires to hazardous materials incidents, wildland deployments, maritime operations, and urban search and rescue missions in one of Southern California's busiest communities.But James's most important battle didn't happen on an emergency scene, it happened after years of carrying the weight of trauma, loss, addiction, and the emotional toll that often comes with serving others.His personal journey led him to write The Last Patient: A Memoir of Resilience and Recovery, a powerful story about confronting the wounds we hide, rebuilding trust, and finding a path forward. Today, he speaks nationally about mental health, leadership, recovery, and post-traumatic growth.As the founder of Camp Pivot, James works with first responders, veterans, high-stress professionals, and their families, helping them develop practical tools to heal, reconnect, and reclaim purpose.His mission is simple: help strong people stop struggling in silence and remind them that recovery is possible.For speaking engagements, coaching, media inquiries, or bulk book orders, visit CaptainJamesOwen.com.Situation Screwed. Still Survivable.It's more than a slogan.It's a mindset.It's a mission.It's the work.“Be Strong, Stand Up, Speak Your Truth, and Break the Stigma.”Music by Rod Kim-Let's Play-SoundtrackMentalHealthNewsRadionetwork.comhttp://www.youtube.com/@HALTandCallforBackuphttps://www.instagram.com/haltandcallforbackup/?hl=enCamp Pivot Founderwww.captainjamesowen.com562.884.4948

How queer men in Kazakhstan navigate dating apps in a context of stigma, surveillance, and limited legal protections. It shows how platforms like Grindr, Hornet, Tinder, and VKontakte function as spaces where trust, visibility, and safety must be continuously negotiated. This episode explores how queer men in Kazakhstan navigate dating apps in contexts shaped by stigma, surveillance, and limited legal protections. Drawing on interviews and platform analysis in Shymkent and Almaty, the research challenges the idea of dating apps as neutral or purely liberating spaces, showing instead how they function as ‘ambivalent infrastructures' where connection is always intertwined with risk. Rather than simple tools for meeting partners, apps like VKontakte, Grindr, Hornet, and Tinder are used as distinct social environments that require careful interpretation and strategy. Users constantly assess authenticity, safety, and potential harm, often moving across multiple platforms, starting with apps, then shifting to messaging services like WhatsApp or Telegram, and using calls and additional checks to verify identity before meeting offline. Set against Kazakhstan's broader socio-political context, where queer visibility can lead to harassment, outing, or violence, the episode highlights how digital intimacy becomes a form of ongoing risk management. It ultimately reframes dating apps not as spaces of free connection, but as complex systems where trust, visibility, and safety must be continuously negotiated. Yerkebulan Sairambay is a scholar at risk based at the Centre for Oriental studies in the University of Tartu (Estonia). His research interests involve, but are not limited to, the following areas of expertise: political participation, new media, civil society, climate change, clan politics, democratisation, queer studies, academic freedom, transitional justice, and nation- and state- building with a particular focus on the countries of post-communist Europe and former Soviet Union. He holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Cambridge, and IMRCEES Erasmus Mundus Master's Double Degrees in Russian, Central and East European studies (University of Glasgow) and political science (Corvinus University of Budapest). The Nordic Asia Podcast is a collaboration sharing expertise on Asia across the Nordic region, brought to you by the Nordic Institute of Asian Studies (NIAS) based at the University of Copenhagen, along with our academic partners: the Centre for East Asian Studies at the University of Turku, and Asianettverket at the University of Oslo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Send us Fan MailAmanda is joined by Mark Barnes who is a Pharmacist and a pharmacy owner, but he is also a mental health advocate and is raising awareness around the country about addiction and Naloxone.Included in this episode:What does Mark think health care workers are missing when it comes to addiction?What does Mark wish more people understood about addiction?When should we talk to our children about drugs? How can we do this?Are our children more informed today about drugs or are they more vulnerable?What is Naloxone and why does Mark feel everyone should have one on hand in their homeDoes Naloxone promote drug use? Breaking the stigma around that conversationWhat is an overdose and what does an overdose look likeThe conversation starts here. Pick up your free Naloxone at your local pharmacy. Continue this conversation. Let's break the stigma together.Support the show

How queer men in Kazakhstan navigate dating apps in a context of stigma, surveillance, and limited legal protections. It shows how platforms like Grindr, Hornet, Tinder, and VKontakte function as spaces where trust, visibility, and safety must be continuously negotiated. This episode explores how queer men in Kazakhstan navigate dating apps in contexts shaped by stigma, surveillance, and limited legal protections. Drawing on interviews and platform analysis in Shymkent and Almaty, the research challenges the idea of dating apps as neutral or purely liberating spaces, showing instead how they function as ‘ambivalent infrastructures' where connection is always intertwined with risk. Rather than simple tools for meeting partners, apps like VKontakte, Grindr, Hornet, and Tinder are used as distinct social environments that require careful interpretation and strategy. Users constantly assess authenticity, safety, and potential harm, often moving across multiple platforms, starting with apps, then shifting to messaging services like WhatsApp or Telegram, and using calls and additional checks to verify identity before meeting offline. Set against Kazakhstan's broader socio-political context, where queer visibility can lead to harassment, outing, or violence, the episode highlights how digital intimacy becomes a form of ongoing risk management. It ultimately reframes dating apps not as spaces of free connection, but as complex systems where trust, visibility, and safety must be continuously negotiated. Yerkebulan Sairambay is a scholar at risk based at the Centre for Oriental studies in the University of Tartu (Estonia). His research interests involve, but are not limited to, the following areas of expertise: political participation, new media, civil society, climate change, clan politics, democratisation, queer studies, academic freedom, transitional justice, and nation- and state- building with a particular focus on the countries of post-communist Europe and former Soviet Union. He holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Cambridge, and IMRCEES Erasmus Mundus Master's Double Degrees in Russian, Central and East European studies (University of Glasgow) and political science (Corvinus University of Budapest). The Nordic Asia Podcast is a collaboration sharing expertise on Asia across the Nordic region, brought to you by the Nordic Institute of Asian Studies (NIAS) based at the University of Copenhagen, along with our academic partners: the Centre for East Asian Studies at the University of Turku, and Asianettverket at the University of Oslo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/central-asian-studies

A boy lost 150 pounds through Ozempic. Does he have to disclose? A girl struggles with anxiety and takes medication occasionally. Does she haveto disclose? At what stage?  A boy has mild asthma controlled by an inhaler. Is that considered a medical condition requiring disclosure?  A girl once had depression in college but has been stable for 5 years. Does “past history” need to be revealed?  A boy's father spent time in prison decades ago and completely rebuilt his life. Must that be disclosed to the other side?  A girl has a sibling who left religion entirely. Is that relevant information or lashon hara?  And much more…… with Rabbi Dovid Jaffee – Author, What Can I Say..Today, Maggid Shiur – 16:55 with Rabbi Moshe Mordechai Lowy – Rov of Agudas Yisrael Toronto' Renowned Mechaber Seforim and Poseik on Hilchos Loshon Hora – 46:09 with Rabbi Shlomo Goldberger – MSW, Former Executive Director of The Shidduch of Baltimore – 1:14:18  

We often think of gender-based violence as something rather cut-and-dried, a view which often leads to a lot of stigma, and the expression of sentiments like “why doesn't she just leave”. In reality, the situation is a lot more complex and nuanced, especially in rural settings where just leaving may not be an option. Keely Horan and Andrea Chantree from the Family Transition Place women's shelter in Dufferin County focus not on "domestic violence" per se, but on "unhealthy relationships" writ large. Family Transition Place: https://familytransitionplace.ca/

Send us Fan Mail Fat patients with chronic pain are routinely sent away with a weight loss lecture. No examination, no blood tests, no referrals. In this episode, I introduce Suki, a teacher and mother whose two years of worsening hip and back pain have been dismissed at every turn, while her thinner colleagues walk away with physiotherapy and x-rays. I break down exactly what conditions get missed, why weight stigma is a clinical shortcut that the system is designed to profit from, and (most importantly) what to say in the room to finally get the care you deserve. Got a question for the next podcast? Let me know!Connect With MeBUY THE BOOK: Never suffer through another through another weight loss lecture from your doctor againJOIN THE NO WEIGH MOVEMENT: Get a free script when you sign upTHE WEIGHTING ROOM: Community with a neurodivergent flavour. **BOOK CLUB** exclusive to Weighting Room members. BOOK A CONSULTATION: For the ultimate transformation in your healthcare journeyEXPLORE THE MASTERCLASS LIBRARY: Become an expert in your condition and the weight inclusive ways to manage itFREE GUIDES:Evidence-based, not diet nonsenseFind me on Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

In this episode, Dr. Stuart Slavin welcomes Dr. Daniel Saddawi‑Konefka, associate professor of anesthesia at Harvard Medical School and co-founder of the Emotional PPE Project, for a thoughtful conversation on improving access to mental health care for health care professionals. Dr. Saddawi‑Konefka shares the origins of the Emotional PPE Project, created during the COVID‑19 pandemic to connect clinicians with free, confidential, and accessible mental health support, and outlines its dual focus on immediate care and long‑term cultural change. The discussion explores the complex, multi‑layered barriers that prevent physicians and physician learners from seeking care, including stigma, fears around confidentiality and professional consequences, and persistent logistical challenges such as time, cost, and access. Dr. Saddawi‑Konefka highlights how deeply ingrained cultural norms in medicine can discourage help‑seeking, but emphasizes the importance of system‑level reform, leadership, and education in shifting those patterns. The conversation further examines the role of leadership and local culture in promoting psychological safety, normalizing vulnerability, and encouraging timely support for mental health needs. Dr. Saddawi‑Konefka also introduces the concepts of hedonic and eudaimonic well‑being, illustrating how both comfort and meaning are essential to sustaining fulfillment in medicine. Throughout the episode, listeners will gain practical insights into how reducing barriers, improving access to care, and fostering supportive environments can help health care professionals thrive while delivering high‑quality patient care. Podcast Chapters (00:00) – Intro and Guest Introduction (00:48) – Origins of the Emotional PPE Project (01:57) – Mission: Removing Barriers to Care (03:53) – Scale & Access to Mental Health Support (05:03) – Key Barriers: Culture, Stigma, and Logistics (07:27) – Generational Shifts & Ongoing Stigma (08:22) – Culture Change in Medicine (10:26) – Systems, Leadership & Multi-Level Solutions (12:55) – Education & Understanding Mental Health (17:38) – Leadership & Role Modeling Vulnerability (20:02) – Meaning vs. Comfort in Well-Being (23:26) – Final Reflections & Takeaways (23:59) – Closing & Resources  

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The Stigma of Adult Curiosity You know it’s okay to be curious. You don’t need me to tell you that… or or or do you? Let’s think about this and we’re jumping right in. Let’s talk about curiosity and what it means to you. There have probably been a number of times in your life in which you either demonstrated curiosity or saw someone else being curious. And probably more than half the time, the person being curious was made to feel a little self-conscious about said curiosity. We sometimes equate curiosity with being nosy. Putting your interests in a place that it doesn’t belong. You know, well, leave that alone. Someone else knows about that. It’s not part of my job. I don’t know. Look, I don’t know the big picture, right? Maybe there’s a reason they do that. I don’t know. Or that information isn’t available or it’s a company secret or it’s classified. Like many things, we celebrate curiosity in children, but at some point, we don’t. At some point in someone’s developmental progress, we say, “Okay, here’s some attributes that really only stick to children.” As an adult, we don’t we don’t do that. And I think sometimes curiosity is one of those. Spotting the Spark of Genuine Interest As someone who’s given a few talks and regularly speaks up at networking events and public events, I can see curiosity from a distance. I see the sparkle in someone’s eyes. I see their face light up. And it not necessarily that I’m such a great orator, but that they’re curious about what I’m laying out. They think, “Wait a second. Okay, that’s interesting. What else? I want to hear more. They stand out to me at a distance. In fact, at a recent event, I was giving a talk and one person in the audience provided all the motivation for the talk for me. It’s because her face just lit up the entire time I was talking. You could tell that she wanted to know more and was just eating up the stuff that I was saying. and eating up is her being curious and saying, “Give me more data. I’m open to it.” That’s a cool frame of mind to be in. The Mental Energy Required to Stay Curious Well, why aren’t we all in that frame of mind 24/7? Well, it’s exhausting. Anyone who says they experience ADHD knows that for a lot of people there’s a period of hyperfocus and then there’s a period of confusion and that if you are open to a tremendous amount of data then you are processing a tremendous amount of data. I myself know I know what safeguards and restrictions I have to put on because my brain wants to process all data coming in all the time. It wants to process the two conversations going around around me in the restaurant while I’m having the conversation I’m actually involved in. I have to turn that off. And curiosity can do that to your brain. If you’re curious, you can say, “Well, why did you put that there? Why? Why is that this color? Why do you go that way? Why do you walk around the car that way? Why does this work this way? There’s a million questions. And again, as I said before, we praise children for these questions. And we chastise adults for the same. It’s very easy to put your head down and say, “Okay, that’s not my business, not my problem. I have more than enough to deal with dealing with my stuff. I don’t have the mental energy to focus on something that’s not a concern, something I don’t get paid for, something I have no control over, and frankly, I don’t have an interest in. And that’s fine. That’s perfectly fine. But but don’t let your curiosity be diminished because of a stigma or because you think you’re not allowed to or it’s a waste of energy. How Internal Questions Lead to Personal Breakthroughs Having curiosity can lead you to entirely new hobbies and even a new career. And as I said in job, career or calling, you can be focused on your job but have an entirely different calling. Your internal curiosity, in other words, your curiosity about yourself, the way you react, the way your life is, can lead you to discover things that help other people. That is a lot of the drive of how I started writing experimental psychology books. I had and have questions about my own psychology which causes me to ask questions, research, distill, and disseminate. And hopefully it helps other people who have had the same questions. Answering your own questions, not surprisingly, can help you answer other people’s questions and make you a better teacher. There are numerous examples of inventions and discoveries that were made by quote unquote normal people, quote unquote lay people, amateur astronomers, etc. that led to massive discoveries and and massive benefits for humanity because they were curious. They didn’t run into the stigma wall. They didn’t allow themselves to tell themselves that they were where they didn’t belong. Setting Healthy Boundaries for Your Inquiries Now, on the flip side of that, obviously wandering into traffic and saying, “Hey, why are you guys going this way?” Or when there’s a an active arrest going on and walking right up to the officers and saying, “Hey, what’s going on over here? What what did this guy do?” Knocking on the doors that lead to the pilots while you are mid-flight or literally grabbing the steering wheel while you’re in an Uber might all be bad ideas. They are examples of perhaps when you should curtail your curiosity. Now, there are versions of everything I just said that can be handled non-physically. You can still get answers via research, asking questions, and so forth. So, obviously, there are nuances to how you handle curiosity, but the takeaway from this is I encourage you to be curious. I encourage you to enjoy the youthful energy of curiosity and just give it a big hug when it opens its eyes every so often. That kind of thing can clarify your path, invigorate you, and kind of make you feel more alive. And I think if you’re listening to this podcast, you’re already someone that at least to a point understands that curiosity is important and you at least embrace some of it. So, keep embracing, keep looking, have fun, and I’ll see you next time.

Positive Connections Radio (Podcast) Episode 141 (72) HALT and Call for BackupStep-9 "Revised" Making Amends: Action Over ApologyCoast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintockSummaryIn this episode, Mike Koch and Jim McLintock dive into Step Nine of the recovery process, focusing on the importance of making amends. They discuss the fears associated with this step, the significance of facing the past, and the various ways to approach making amends. The conversation emphasizes the need for honesty, integrity, and empathy, as well as the role of support from sponsors and the recovery community. The hosts encourage listeners to embrace the courage required to make amends and highlight the personal growth that can result from this process.TakeawaysStep nine is one of the scariest steps in recovery.Making direct amends is crucial for healing.It's important to face the people we've harmed.Amends should be made in person whenever possible.Expectations should be managed when making amends.Support from sponsors can be invaluable during this process.Making amends is about action, not just words.Trust is rebuilt slowly over time.Recovery is a journey that requires courage.Personal growth comes from taking responsibility for past actions.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Step Nine02:47 Understanding Amends and Their Importance05:29 Facing the Past: The Process of Making Amends08:15 Reactions and Responses to Amends11:11 The Role of Support in Making Amends14:17 The Courage to Make Amends17:06 The Impact of Amends on Personal Growth19:33 Recovery and the Importance of Community22:30 Trust and Healing in Recovery25:16 Conclusion and Encouragement for the Journey“Be Strong, Stand Up, Speak Your Truth, and Break the Stigma.”Music by Rod Kim-Let's Play-SoundtrackFirstresponder-wellness.comMentalHealthNewsRadionetwork.comPositiveconnectionsradio.comMcLintockcounseling.comhttp://www.youtube.com/@HALTandCallforBackuphttps://www.instagram.com/haltandcallforbackup/?hl=en

According to the Canadian Mental Health Association in Ontario, up to 90% of Canadians living with serious mental illnesses are unemployed, while individuals with a mental health-related disability face an employment rate of just 46%. Stigma, discrimination, limited workplace accommodations, and a lack of support continue to create significant barriers to meaningful employment and long-term career success. On this episode of Let's Have This Conversation, we sit down with Julie Henshaw, MSW, RSW, Executive Director of Stride, to explore how inclusive employment practices can transform lives, strengthen communities, and create healthier workplaces for everyone. With more than 20 years of experience in the community mental health and addictions sector, Julie brings a compassionate and deeply relational approach to leadership. Her work across residential, community, and hospital settings has given her a comprehensive understanding of Ontario's mental healthcare system and the complex realities facing individuals navigating mental health and addiction challenges. Stride is helping change the conversation around employment by supporting youth (16+) and adults struggling with mental health or addictions as they pursue meaningful work. Through job readiness training, employment coaching, accommodation planning, peer mentoring, workshops, job matching, and employer partnerships, Stride connects often-overlooked candidates with inclusive employers who recognize the value of diverse lived experiences. In this conversation, Julie discusses: Julie also shares insights from her leadership journey, her passion for healthcare design and social policy, and why collaboration, empathy, and encouragement remain at the center of meaningful community impact. This is a powerful conversation about hope, opportunity, inclusion, and the life-changing impact of being seen for your potential instead of your diagnosis For more information: https://stride.on.ca/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How are scars from nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI) different than physical scars that are unintentional or result from non-self-inflicted wounds ? What psychological effects can result from daily reminders of one's own decision to self-harm? Is there an association between NSSI scars and suicidal thoughts and behaviors? In this episode, Dr. Burke discusses the mixed relationship that many people who self-injure have with the scars they bear from NSSI and how some may feel the need to hide their scars even from themselves.  Learn more about Dr. Burke and her work by clicking here or visiting the Mood & Behavior Lab (MABL) at www.moodandbehaviorlab.org. Follow her on Twitter @TaylorABurkePhD.  Below are some of her publications and papers referenced in this episode: Burke, T. A., Ammerman, B. A., Hamilton, J. L., Stange, J. P., & Piccirillo, M. (2020). Nonsuicidal self-injury scar concealment from the self and others. Journal of Psychiatric Research, 130, 313-320. Burke, T. A., Olino, T. M., & Alloy, L. B. (2017). Initial psychometric validation of the nonsuicidal self-injury scar cognition scale. Journal of Psychopathology and Behavioral Assessment, 39, 546–562. Burke, T. A., Hamilton, J. L., Cohen, J. N., Stange, J. P., & Alloy, L. B. (2016). Identifying a physical indicator of suicide risk: non-suicidal self-injury scars predict suicidal ideation and suicide attempts. Comprehensive Psychiatry, 65, 79–87. Bachtelle, S. E., & Pepper, C. M. (2015). The physical results of nonsuicidal self-injury: The meaning behind the scars. The Journal of Nervous and Mental Disease, 203(12), 927-933. Follow Dr. Westers on Instagram @DocWesters. To join ISSS, visit itriples.org and follow ISSS on Facebook and X/Twitter (@ITripleS). The Psychology of Self-Injury podcast has been rated #5 by Feedspot in their "Best 20 Clinical Psychology Podcasts" and by Welp Magazine in their "20 Best Injury Podcasts."

Send us Fan MailThe word “fatherless” gets thrown around online a lot—especially when people are criticizing women's behavior. In this episode, I explore why childhood circumstances are so often used as adult insults, and why phrases like “fatherless behavior” and “your parents must be proud” seem to carry a particular stigma.Drawing from my own experience growing up without my biological father, I reflect on personal responsibility, dignity, family influence, and the tendency to reduce people to their upbringing.This isn't about blaming fathers, defending bad behavior, or creating a battle between men and women. It's about asking a simple question:At what point do we stop being defined by where we came from and start being judged as individuals?Support the showThanks for listening to Unscripted: A Calm Take on the Double Standard.These conversations aren't about telling you what to think. They're about slowing down and looking at things from a different angle.If you enjoyed the episode, follow the show and share it with someone who appreciates calm conversations in a loud world.And remember, visibility isn't the same thing as worth

J Lo, Kylie and the great Robson and Jerome all actors who turned singers. Recently Kiefer Sutherland says there is a 'stigma' around actors making music. Anton asked Dave Fanning is this the case?

Why do people think bankruptcy is bad? True, it has a negative stigma and it will be a hit to your credit score, but why is bankruptcy perceived as a massive negative? Is bankruptcy the best solution for everyone?  Put simply, no it is not, but it is better than most people will admit. On this week's episode of The Crushing Debt Podccast, Shawn and George talk about rising debt levels, rising gas prices, rising grocery prices ... prices increasing everywhere, and what that means for someone considering bankruptcy. Plus what are some of the negatives of waiting too long to file?  What is the difference between bankruptcy and negotiating the debt? What is the impact of the automatic stay?  And what is life like after bankruptcy? Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/crushingDebt   To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at GCFinancialCoach21@gmail.com or follow his Tiktok channel - https://www.tiktok.com/@curbelofinancialcoach   To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at Shawn@Yesnerlaw.com or visit www.YesnerLaw.com. And there is still time, until June 30, 2026 to donate to Pancreatic Cancer research and education by joining Shawn's 2026 PanCAN team at MY Legacy Striders: http://support.pancan.org/goto/MyLegacy2026

Workplace mental health affects every team, every manager, and everyemployee — but most people still don't know what to say or where toturn. In this episode of A Penny or Two for Your Thoughts, hostsChantel Windeshausen and Liz Malmberg sit down with a panel ofexperts to talk openly about recognizing when a coworker is struggling,how to start that conversation, and the resources available to help.Joining the conversation are Molly Woodman, Director of CommunityEngagement at the Kim Foundation — a Nebraska nonprofit dedicated tosuicide prevention and mental health awareness — and Terry Coleman,Clinical Manager at Best Care Employee Assistance Program (EAP), whichprovides confidential counseling to hundreds of Omaha-area companiesand their employees. Centris Federal Credit Union's own Chrissy Cunningham (BenefitsAdministrator) and Robin Fredieu (Director of Learning & Development)share how Centris is equipping its people leaders with the trainingand tools to build a psychologically safe workplace. From warning signsmanagers should watch for, to why confidentiality in EAP counseling isironclad, to the simple power of asking "How are you?" — this episodedelivers practical, compassionate guidance anyone can use.If you or someone you know needs support, dial or text 988 (Suicide &Crisis Lifeline) or visit bestcare.org and kimfoundation.org for freeresources.– About A Penny or Two for Your Thoughts –When it comes to all things financial, there are often a lot ofquestions. Being two marketers and moms on a budget, we certainly haveall the questions. That's why we're bringing in the subject matterexperts to help educate us on all things financial and get theirthoughts to help improve our financial wellness and the financialwell-being of our communities. Join us for a few laughs, some greatinsights, and hopefully, a few tips you can take on your path tofinancial success.Visit us at our website: https://www.centrisfcu.org/a-penny-or...Listen to our Podcast on:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Lf8gGY...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...*Follow Centris on Social Media:*https://www.facebook.com/CentrisFCUhttps://www.instagram.com/centrisfcu/https://twitter.com/CentrisFCUhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/centris-federal-credit-union/This is another Hurrdat Media Production.Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production companybased in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network bygoing to HurrdatMedia.com or the Hurrdat Media YouTube channel!

Host Teresa Huizar interviews Dr. Amy Farrell of Northeastern University about a multi-institution study on the physical and mental health needs of commercially sexually exploited youth and their interactions with healthcare systems. The research used a national survey recruited through service agencies and Instagram screening, plus qualitative interviews with adults exploited as minors, examining health before, during, and after exploitation. Findings show exploited youth report significantly higher health concerns than comparable high-risk youth, including higher STI rates, chronic pain, asthma, high blood pressure, and severe depression, anxiety, PTSD, and dissociation; health problems often persist throughout their lives.Time Stamps Time Topic 00:00 Episode Setup 01:23 Meet Dr. Amy Farrell 01:43 Why This Study 04:51 Research Questions 06:14 Recruiting The Sample 09:57 Overall Health Findings 13:05 Physical Health Surprises 15:37 Mental Health Impacts 20:27 ACEs and Vulnerability 23:27 Healthcare Access Touchpoints 27:48 Stigma and Broken Trust 32:21 Provider Recommendations 43:11 Future Research44:58 Closing and Resources ResourcesUnderstanding the Physical and Psychological Health and Wellness Needs of Minor Sex Trafficking VictimsSupport the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

Let us know what you think!Security Halt's Med Group - https://zcform.com/QA5QsClick the link for a FREE consultation with My Med Team to see how we can help.   What happens when the uniform comes off, but the internal battle continues?In Episode 437 of the Security Halt! Podcast, Jordyn Jureczki shares her deeply personal journey from Navy veteran and law enforcement officer to advocate for veterans and first responders struggling with trauma, addiction, and mental health challenges.This conversation explores the realities many veterans face after service — unresolved trauma, emotional isolation, addiction, and identity loss — while highlighting the importance of faith, community, mentorship, and accountability in rebuilding purpose and healing. Jordyn opens up about sobriety, resilience, Native warrior traditions, and the lessons she's learned helping others navigate life after military service.  Why This MattersToo many veterans and first responders continue to suffer in silence from PTSD, addiction, depression, and identity loss. This episode highlights the importance of authentic conversations, strong support networks, and practical healing strategies that can help save lives.Listen now. Follow the show. Share this with the veteran or entrepreneur who needs to hear it. Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Frontline Healing and Personal Stories 05:56 Finding Community and Healing at Warriors Heart 11:29 Transitioning to Leadership and Purpose 18:53 Overcoming Alcohol and Embracing Sobriety 21:05 Navigating Fundraising and Community Support 26:01 Embracing Failure and Growth 26:52 Support for First Responders 27:56 Challenges in Nonprofit Work 29:12 Changing Perspectives in Law Enforcement 30:19 Understanding Trauma Beyond Combat 32:44 The Importance of Treatment Centers 35:12 Breaking the Stigma of Mental Health 36:49 Sharing Experiences for Healing 39:11 Championing Law Enforcement 40:54 Building a Supportive Community 42:51 The Reality of Nonprofit Work 45:21 Reflections on Personal Growth 46:35 Overview of Warrior's Heart and Dear Hollow 51:23 How to Seek Help and Support 52:48 Encouraging Conversations About Sobriety   Sponsored by: Transcend Use my referral link to book a consultation for Peptide Therapyhttp://transcendcompany.com/DenyCaballero Pure Liberty Labs Use Code: SECURITY_HALT_10 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/purelibertylabs/ Website: https://purelibertylabs.com/ PRECISION WELLNESS GROUP  Use code: Security Halt Podcast 25 Website: https://www.precisionwellnessgroup.com/ SPECIAL FORCES FOUNDATION Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/specialforcesfoundation_/ Website: https://specialforcesfoundation.org/ Request Help: https://specialforcesfoundation.org/get-support/  Security Halt Mediahttps://www.securityhaltmedia.com/Instagram: @securityhaltX: @SecurityHaltTik Tok: @security.halt.podLinkedIn: Deny Caballero   Looking for custom handmade items, military memorabilia, or laser engraving? Contact Eric Gilgenast.Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/haus_gilgenast_woodworks_main/Website: https://www.hausgilgenastwoodworks.com/SOF Heritage Designs Custom belt Buckles. Of the Regiment for the Regiment SOF-HD.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sofhdesigns/Support the showProduced by Security Halt Media

Cannabis banking is complex, highly regulated, and full of opportunity. In this episode, Kristin Stowe of Credit Union 1 shares what it really takes to serve this underserved industry—from compliance and operational challenges to pricing and long-term strategy.We cover key differences from traditional banking, why starting with deposits matters, and what's ahead as the industry evolves. Whether you're exploring cannabis banking or refining your approach, this episode offers practical, real-world insight.Send us Fan MailPresented by Remedy ConsultingFor more information on BankTalk:BankTalk  WebsiteSubscribe to BankTalk NewsRemedy Consulting WebsiteRemedy LinkedInTo speak on the BankTalk Podcast, please  email us. 

Send us Fan MailA lot of first responders can talk anyone through a crisis, then go home and quietly self-destruct. That tension sits at the center of my conversation with Joe Smarro, a former cop known for crisis work who's also honest about the parts of his life that didn't look “resilient” at all: shame, compulsive numbing, relationship fallout, and the kind of hopelessness that puts a gun belt in the room as a real option. Joe walks me through the moment he finally chose help, not hiding, by walking into the VA and starting a treatment journey that's still evolving today. We dig into why stigma in police, fire, EMS, dispatch, and paramedicine keeps people performing at work while collapsing inside. Joe explains how looking in the mirror made him better at humanizing the people he served without turning it into trauma bonding, and why leaders matter when they say, out loud, “I'm going to therapy” instead of pointing to an EAP brochure. We also talk complex PTSD, ACE scores, and how unprocessed childhood trauma can shape adult threat responses, addiction risk, and the stories we live from. Then we get practical about trauma treatment. We unpack EMDR therapy with a simple “two strings” model that shows why the goal isn't forgetting the event, it's stopping the body from reacting like it's happening right now. Joe also shares his experience with ketamine-assisted therapy, including research, safety, set and setting, at-home sessions, and why integration in the 48 to 72 hour window matters so much. If you care about first responder mental health, trauma recovery, PTSD treatment, and what real healing looks like off the clock, you'll get a lot from this one. Subscribe, share this with someone who needs it, and leave a review so more first responders can find these conversations.https://solutionpointplus.com/https://joesmarro.com/https://www.instagram.com/joesmarrohttps://www.linkedin.com/in/joesmarro/His book can be purchased here: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=joe+smarro+book&adgrpid=189489075594&hvadid=779590058605&hvdev=c&hvexpln=0&hvlocphy=9001838&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=11939440335994543591--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=11939440335994543591&hvtargid=kwd-2672616687752&hydadcr=22534_13730692_8442&mcid=210f362e2b1a34d4afd3b1dab807f421&tag=googhydr-20&ref=pd_sl_1i3b43osek_eSupport the showYouTube Channel For The Podcast

Almost 9 years since the big split of the Bitcoin community, it's time to learn more about how the Bitcoin Cash chain developed. Calin Culianu is the creator of Fulcrum, an efficient privacy-preserving SPV client. Steve Thurmond is the most ardent advocate for Cash Stamps: a convenient paper wallet system that's used for gifting. Throughout the episode, more BCH community members will join to have the conversation that you will never hear on any other Bitcoin podcast. Time stamps: 00:01:09 Introducing Calin Culianu & Steve Thurmond 00:02:37 The Evolution of Bitcoin Cash 00:03:59 Who is Behind Bitcoin Cash Now? 00:06:34 Narratives and Misconceptions 00:07:53 Vlad's Perspective on the Fork 00:09:44 Bitcoin's Capture and Speculative Nature 00:11:48 Vlad's Journey with Lightning Network 00:16:07 Blockstream and the "Banker" Conspiracy 00:18:33 The Security Budget Debate 00:22:12 The Problem with IOU Systems like Lightning 00:24:02 Vlad's Disappointment with Onboarding 00:24:58 Ethereum's Rise Amidst Bitcoin's Infighting 00:27:52 The Bankers Won, But Crypto Still Exists 00:32:16 The Future of Bitcoin and Firing Core Devs 00:33:08 The Wall of Consensus in BTC 00:39:19 The Multi-Coin Future 00:42:48 Bitcoin Cash's Development Philosophy 00:49:08 Craig Wright's Controversial Involvement 00:55:16 The Impact of Contentious Forks 00:58:55 The Resilience of Bitcoin Cash 01:02:32 The Value of Open Source Competition 01:08:51 Greg Maxwell's Influence 01:12:00 The Ecash fork 01:25:02 Introducing New BCH Community Members 01:26:38 Building Smart Contracts on Bitcoin Cash 01:34:06 Why UTXO is Better than EVM 01:40:07 Can You Run a BCH Node? 01:41:07 The Flawed "Run a Node" Narrative 01:53:27 The Dangers of RBF and the Importance of 0-Conf 02:05:07 One-Minute Blocks Proposal 02:08:02 Finality and User Experience in Wallets 02:12:13 The "It's Just Money, Bro" Philosophy 02:41:39 What Can You Buy with BCH? 02:48:28 The Permissionless Nature of BCH 02:52:12 The Paradox of Layer Twos 02:57:18 The Stigma of Building on BCH 02:58:21 The Changing Culture of Bitcoin Cash 03:11:35 Ordinals and the "Spam" Debate 03:17:07 Would BCH Still Have a Nice Dev Culture If Michael Saylor Started Buying? 03:28:14 Quantum Computing and Satoshi's Coins 03:42:59 The Tail Emission Debate 03:50:11 The Culture is the Ultimate Defense 03:53:16 The Politicization of Bitcoin Development 03:59:26 Privacy and Fungibility 04:02:21 The Future of Privacy on BCH 04:36:12 Fulcrum: An Electrum Server Implementation 04:38:54 The Litecoin Question 04:49:13 The Difficulty of Recreating Bitcoin's Genesis 04:51:38 The Long-Term Bet on SHA-256 04:54:12 A Break and Introduction to Rosco 05:48:33 CashScript and Smart Contracts on BCH 05:55:22 BCH vs. Ethereum Smart Contracts 06:03:05 The UTXO Stack and Abstraction Layers 06:43:30 The Avalanche Pre-Consensus Question 06:45:51 The "Tax" Fork 07:04:06 The Failed Attack on Bitcoin Cash 07:08:58 The 2018 Inflation Bug Disclosure 07:22:46 The Michael Saylor Phenomenon 07:28:41 The Arrest of Roger Ver 07:39:28 Spending Crypto in the Real World 07:44:22 The End of Crypto-Friendly Spaces in Europe 07:52:05 Prediction Markets and Community Sponsorship 08:08:17 Robin Linus is Jealous of BCH Opcodes 08:09:50 Final Thoughts and Conclusion

Send us Fan Mail Weight stigma doesn't just happen inside the consultation room: it keeps fat people out of it entirely. In this episode, you'll meet Ren. Ren hasn't seen their GP in eighteen months, not out of laziness or neglect, but because the last appointment cost far more than it was worth. I make the case that medical avoidance is a completely rational response to a system designed to punish fat bodies. The resulting missed diagnoses, untreated conditions, and compounding health consequences aren't a fat problem, they're a doctor problem. But this episode isn't just about what's broken. It's about what you can actually do right now: how to walk into that appointment armed with your rights, set your own agenda, and reclaim the power that was always yours to begin with. Got a question for the next podcast? Let me know!Connect With MeBUY THE BOOK: Never suffer through another through another weight loss lecture from your doctor againJOIN THE NO WEIGH MOVEMENT: Get a free script when you sign upTHE WEIGHTING ROOM: Community with a neurodivergent flavour. **BOOK CLUB** exclusive to Weighting Room members. BOOK A CONSULTATION: For the ultimate transformation in your healthcare journeyEXPLORE THE MASTERCLASS LIBRARY: Become an expert in your condition and the weight inclusive ways to manage itFREE GUIDES:Evidence-based, not diet nonsenseFind me on Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

Christina ist Psychotherapeutin, arbeitet in Praxis und Klinik und ist Bundesvorsitzende der Deutschen PsychotherapeutenVereinigung. Ich wollte von ihr wissen, warum so viele Menschen in Deutschland psychisch belastet sind und trotzdem oft monatelang auf Hilfe warten müssen. Wir sprechen über Einsamkeit bei Jugendlichen, Depression, Scham und das Stigma psychischer Erkrankungen. Es geht um die Frage, warum psychische Gesundheit ein Fundament unserer Gesellschaft ist, was gute Psychotherapie leisten kann und warum Christina sagt, dass die aktuellen Kürzungen in der psychotherapeutischen Versorgung kein Sparen sind, sondern ein Verschieben von Kosten. WERBEPARTNER & RABATTE: https://linktr.ee/hotelmatze MEIN GAST: https://dptv.de/die-dptv/landesgruppen/berlin/wir-ueber-uns/ https://instagram.com/dr.christinajochim/ DINGE: #WirHelfenIhrKürzt – wirhelfenihrkuerzt.de Zum Psychotherapeut*innen-Dasein: dptv.de KVB zur Honorarkürzung – https://bit.ly/4u1Hybo KBV – https://www.kbv.de/psychotherapie? Analyse Krankheitslast und Kurzzeittherapie – https://bit.ly/49qLVW2 Einsamkeit bei jungen Erwachsenen – Bertelsmann Stiftung – https://bit.ly/4fI7ZPG Studie Hentschel & Böker (2023): https://bit.ly/4v5UC0c Weitere Daten und Fakten zur Psychotherapie: dptv.de/report Hilfe finden: 116117 – Psychotherapie-Termine finden – https://116117.de/de/psychotherapie.php TelefonSeelsorge – 0800 1110111 Lukas Hambach - Produktion Maximilian Frisch - Produktion Lena Rocholl & Maxi Stumm - Redaktion Mit Vergnügen - Vermarktung und Distribution MEIN ZEUG: Hotel Matze live - https://eventim.de/artist/hotel-matze/ Meine Fragensets: beherzt.net/hotel-matze Das Beste des Tages App: https://dasbestedestages.de/ Mein Newsletter: https://matzehielscher.substack.com/ YouTube: https://bit.ly/4fhY2rV TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@matzehielscher Instagram: https://instagram.com/matzehielscherHotel LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/matzehielscher/ Mein Buch: https://bit.ly/3QXmCVc

In dieser Folge erzählen wir euch, wie es sich anfühlen kann, eine akute Psychose zu haben. Wie kann sie ausgelöst werden und was hilft? Und: Wir wollen mit Vorurteilen aufräumen, die es in Bezug auf Psychosen in unserer Gesellschaft gibt.

Seth Gerber is the co-owner of MIDA Restaurant Group in Boston and a hospitality professor at Boston University. As a restaurateur, operator, and educator, he's built a career focused on neighborhood restaurants, mentorship, and challenging the way the hospitality industry views itself. Watch now to learn how Seth Gerber saved a struggling restaurant, scaled MIDA, and is reframing hospitality careers. Sponsored by: • TOAST - All-In-1 Restaurant POS: https://bit.ly/3vpeVsc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In recognition of National Women's Health Month, this episode of Thinking Thoracic analyzes the evolving landscape of female-specific lung cancer care. Co-hosts Dr. Erin Gillaspie and Dr. Jane Yanagawa sit down with guest Dr. Leah Backhus to discuss a critical disparity: lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death among women, yet screening practices remain inequitable.    This timely episode moves beyond smoking history to examine the rise of lung cancer in never-smokers and Asian women. From the "stigma" of a diagnosis to innovative solutions like co-scheduling screenings with mammograms, providing a powerful call to action for more inclusive, biomarker-driven care. 

Kicking the Stigma with Brett Kramer! May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we wanted to cap off this important month with Episode 4 of Roger That!Join our host Emmy Hildebrand, as she sits down with Brett Kramer, Director of Kicking the Stigma for the Indianapolis Colts. In this conversation, Brett shares her passion for mental health advocacy and how her personal experiences, combined with her career in sports communications, have shaped her mission to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental illness.This episode dives deep into the powerful connection between sports and advocacy and explores how Kicking the Stigma is transforming lives across Indiana. Don't miss this amazing conversation and an opportunity to reflect on the importance of mental health awareness!About HVAFHelping Veterans And Families (HVAF) is committed to helping homeless veterans return to self-sufficiency and preventing at-risk veterans from becoming homeless. Through supportive housing, case management, employment assistance, and essential resources, HVAF continues to serve veterans in need.For more information, please contact HVAF Marketing & Communications Manager Nolan Anderson at NAnderson@hvaf.org.

A recent report highlighted a surprising trend: individuals using GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy may be facing even more social stigma than those who remain overweight. And while neither deserves any stigma at all, it raises an important question about how we judge health choices in modern medicine.In this conversation, Dr. Bret Scher reflects on whether his own critiques of GLP-1 medications stem from bias against the individuals using them. His conclusion is clear: the issue is not the patient, but the system surrounding care.While GLP-1 receptor agonists can be powerful tools for weight loss and metabolic improvement, Dr. Scher emphasizes a deeper concern: the growing tendency toward a “drug-first” model that may overlook foundational lifestyle and metabolic interventions such as nutrition quality, protein intake, resistance training, and long-term behavior change.Key themes discussed:The stigma patients face regardless of whether they lose weight or notThe difference between criticizing a treatment and blaming the patientConcerns about overprescribing without adequate lifestyle supportWhat happens when medications are stopped (and weight is regained)The importance of metabolic health beyond the scaleThis conversation also highlights the complexity of long-term care. While some individuals may benefit significantly from GLP-1 medications, sustainable metabolic health ideally integrates medical tools with lifestyle-based strategies that support long-term resilience.

There are as many reasons to seek counseling as there are people. In this episode of the Brewing Wellness podcast, Loredana Zito, a licensed mental health counselor and school psychologist, joins us to demystify the counseling experience. Together, we explore why people seek therapy, how to find the right fit in a counselor and what to expect in those first few sessions. Stigma sometimes prevents people from seeking mental health care, but asking for support is an act of strength.

In this episode we discuss stigma and homicide violence, in particular its impacts on Black communities, with Dr. Tanya Sharpe. Dr. Sharpe, Professor and Endowed Chair in Social Work in the Global Community at the Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work at the University of Toronto, founded and directs the Centre for Research and Innovation for Black Survivors of Homicide Victims (The CRIB). Her research focus on coping strategies of Black family members and friends of homicide victims.We talk about links between homicide violence and historical, structural and collective trauma, the role of anti-Black racism in shaping narratives around homicide in Black communities, and the social determinants of homicide. We also talk about solutions, including culturally responsive practice, cultural curiosity and humility. Learn about Dr. Sharpe's favourite shows and dream dinner destination as well as what drives her passion.Episode hosted by Dr. Carmen Logie. Supported by funding from the Canada Research Chairs program. Original music and podcast produced by Cozmic Cat, who have various production services available to support your podcast needs.

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Send us Fan MailA “mental health call” rarely looks like a calm conversation in a quiet office. It looks like uncertainty, pressure, split-second decisions, and a room full of risk factors that do not fit neatly into a checklist. I sit down with Joe Smarro, former Marine and former San Antonio Police Department officer who spent 11 years full-time on a mental health unit, to unpack what actually works when the goal is simple and urgent: keep everyone safe and lower the temperature fast. Joe shares how Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) changed the way he saw policing, why de-escalation and communication skills matter as much as tactics, and what happens when departments move from a small voluntary approach to broader training expectations. We also talk about the real stigma that shows up inside agencies, including the “hug-a-thug” pushback that often greets jail diversion and mental health initiatives, and why many of the loudest critics have personal stories they have never been given space to name. We go deeper into the intersection of public safety and behavioral health care. Joe explains why sending clinicians alone to volatile crises can create safety problems when scenes involve drugs, co-occurring disorders, and unpredictable behavior, and why the better answer is collaboration with clear lanes. Along the way, we connect this work to leadership in the private sector, challenging belief systems, and Joe's core principle of radical ownership, because resilience is not just about surviving hard moments, it is about choosing what you do next. If you care about first responder mental health, police de-escalation, crisis response, and practical leadership under stress, hit play, then subscribe, share this with someone on your team, and leave a review so more people can find the show.To follow or reach Joe, here are his links: https://solutionpointplus.com/https://joesmarro.com/https://www.instagram.com/joesmarrohttps://www.linkedin.com/in/joesmarro/His book can be purchased here: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=joe+smarro+book&adgrpid=189489075594&hvadid=779590058605&hvdev=c&hvexpln=0&hvlocphy=9001838&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=11939440335994543591--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=11939440335994543591&hvtargid=kwd-2672616687752&hydadcr=22534_13730692_8442&mcid=210f362e2b1a34d4afd3b1dab807f421&tag=googhydr-20&ref=pd_sl_1i3b43osek_eDeemedFit: First Responder OwnedWe are a first responder owned company looking to get first responders in the best mental shape.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showYouTube Channel For The Podcast

In this episode, Madelyn O'Farrell speaks with Santosh Sankar about the broken skilled trades pipeline and its impact on America's push to reindustrialize. Santosh traces the problem back to the 1983 “A Nation at Risk” report and subsequent policy shifts that de-emphasized vocational education, fueled stigma around trades, and dismantled employer-school partnerships. He highlights looming shortages in critical industrial roles such as welders, pipefitters, millwrights, industrial electricians, and CNC machinists, noting that most current hiring is just replacing retirees and that training timelines make quick fixes impossible. The conversation explores why these industrial trades are hard to automate, the cultural and structural barriers to attracting new talent, and the urgent need for employer-led, modernized vocational training models—potentially even “vocational training as a service”—to close the skills gap and unlock the promise of America's industrial renaissance. Highlights from their conversation include: Historical Roots of the Skills Trade Pipeline Crisis (0:26) How 1980s Education Policy Undermined Vocational Trades (1:09) Optics, Stigma, and Cultural Bias Against Skilled Trades (5:30) The Big 5 Industrial Trades Driving Reindustrialization (6:28) Aging Workforce, Replacement Demand, and Automation Limits (7:53) Rethinking Vocational Ed Capacity, Equipment, and Instruction (11:30) Role of Employers in Rebuilding Training and Apprenticeships (15:28) Vertically Integrated Training Models and Credentialing (15:50) Investment Case and “Vocational Training as a Service” (19:04) Regional Labor Constraints and Final Thoughts on Opportunity (21:27) Dynamo Ventures is a venture firm backing founders upgrading the physical economy. As intelligence moves into critical infrastructure and technology collides with physics, industry is entering a new era of transformation - the industrial renaissance. Born from the dirt and grit of supply chains and shaped by operations, not spreadsheets, Dynamo focuses on the complex realities of building in the real world. We invest in companies transforming infrastructure, manufacturing, logistics, transportation, and the systems that power global commerce. Dynamo works closely with founders who combine ambition with a bias to action, bringing a builder mindset to venture capital through deep operational insight, systematic pressure-testing and hands-on partnership. Our purpose is simple: to back the relentless shaping the industrial renaissance. Learn more at www.dynamo.vc Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us Fan Mail For 20 years, I prescribed weight loss without question at the same time as I was experiencing weight stigma myself as a fat doctor in a fatphobic system. In this special live episode, I'm launching my book No Weigh! Everything You've Been Told About Weight Loss Is A Lie, and sharing exactly what's in it: the lies, the money, the harm, and the tools fat people need to fight back. This isn't a book about fixing yourself. It's a book about reclaiming your power. Don't forget to order your copy today and make No Weigh! a bestselling diet book.Got a question for the next podcast? Let me know!Connect With MeBUY THE BOOK: Never suffer through another through another weight loss lecture from your doctor againJOIN THE NO WEIGH MOVEMENT: Get a free script when you sign upTHE WEIGHTING ROOM: Community with a neurodivergent flavour. **BOOK CLUB** exclusive to Weighting Room members. BOOK A CONSULTATION: For the ultimate transformation in your healthcare journeyEXPLORE THE MASTERCLASS LIBRARY: Become an expert in your condition and the weight inclusive ways to manage itFREE GUIDES:Evidence-based, not diet nonsenseFind me on Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

It's Been 10 Years Since Losing Max to Testicular CancerEpisode SummaryIn this special episode, host Joyce Lofstrom is joined by the entire team behind the Max Mallory Foundation: Max's dad, Chuck Mallory (Treasurer), and son, John-Mark Mallory (Executive Director). Together, they reflect on a poignant marker of time: the upcoming 10th anniversary of losing Max to testicular cancer in May 2016. The family discusses the foundation's evolution since its start in 2017, its impactful scholarship partnership with Max's alma mater, the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, and how the "Don't Give Up on Testicular Cancer" podcast serves as a cornerstone of outreach. They also dive into critical modern issues surrounding testicular cancer advocacy, including the gaping void in mental health resources for young survivors and how a new generation uses social media and AI to process medical fears. Episode Timeline & Chapters[00:00:00] – IntroductionWelcome to the podcast and introduction of the Max Mallory Foundation board members: Joyce, Chuck, and John-Mark. [00:01:45] – Reflecting on the 10-Year MarkerThe family shares what is on their minds as they approach a decade without Max, the surreal nature of passing time, and how sibling grief and parental healing change over a decade. [00:03:45] – Chuck's Writing & Healing JourneyChuck shares a personal update on emotionally processing his grief and his current efforts to write about his years with Max. [00:07:15] – The Roots of the Max Mallory FoundationThe family formally established the private family foundation in 2017 to carry on Max's legacy. [00:08:45] – Honoring Max Through Media Arts & The MAGD ScholarshipA look at the foundation's scholarship program and funding for the Media Arts and Game Development (MAGD) festival at UW-Whitewater. They discuss the use of game design for educational cancer journeys. [00:11:15] – Milestones of the Podcast & The Mental Health GapCelebrating nearly 80 live episodes and identifying a critical gap in cancer care: why the medical community frequently overlooks the psychological and mental health needs of young cancer survivors. [00:14:50] – The Changing Landscape of Advocacy & Social MediaHow the 20-to-30 age demographic uses Reddit, AI, and social media to express medical anxiety. The family addresses why outreach must pivot from traditional school visits to digital spaces. [00:18:00] – Overcoming the Stigma of Men's HealthA discussion on why young men delay going to the doctor out of fear, a lack of preventative screening advice from pediatricians, and learning from the success of breast cancer awareness campaigns. [00:21:30] – Looking Ahead to the Next 10 YearsFinal thoughts from Joyce, Chuck, and John-Mark on carrying forward Max's mantra: "Never give up."  Key Takeaways from This EpisodeGrief is a Marker, Not a Milestone: Passing a decade without a loved one isn't a traditional milestone to celebrate, but rather a profound marker of time to celebrate a life well-lived. Mental Health is Part of Survivorship: Medical teams excel at testing numbers and treating tumors, but there remains a massive systemic gap in checking on a survivor's mental health post-treatment. Advocacy Must Meet Youth Where They Are: Young men today turn to online forums like Reddit or AI tools rather than their immediate circles when processing potential cancer symptoms. Awareness campaigns must actively occupy these digital spaces. Break the Silence Early: Pediatricians and parents need to explicitly normalize testicular self-exams for young men around ages 12 and 13 to catch anomalies early and strip away the fear-induced stigma of seeking help. Connect & SupportVisit Our Website: Max Mallory Foundation  Listen to Past Episodes: Catch up on our library of 80+ episodes featuring survivors, caregivers, and leading cancer researchers. Make a Donation: Support the MAGD Scholarship and our ongoing testicular cancer awareness initiatives by clicking here. Subscribe: Please subscribe to Don't Give Up on Testicular Cancer on your favorite podcast directory so you never miss an episode!  Send us Fan MailSupport the showFind us on Twitter,  Instagram,  Facebook  &  Linkedin. If you can please support our nonprofit through Patreon. 

Emergency physicians pride themselves on recognizing and treating life-threatening illness under pressure. Yet one of the most lethal, common, and treatable conditions presenting to our EDs still often receives fragmented, stigmatized care: substance use disorder. The opioid crisis has evolved into an era of increasingly toxic and unpredictable drug supplies, including ultra-potent synthetic opioids such as nitazenes. Between 2016 and 2021, more than 27,000 Canadians died from opioid toxicity, while opioid-related ED visits continue to rise sharply. Patients discharged with untreated opioid use disorder face mortality rates approaching 5% within 12 months. Despite this, substance use disorder is still not consistently approached with the same urgency and systems-based care as other chronic high-risk illnesses. In this episode, Dr. Bjug Borgundvaag, Tish Mizon and Kari Herbert discuss how stigma affects care in the ED and how trauma-informed communication, person-first language, compassionate care, peer navigators and Bridge-style addiction programs can improve outcomes for both patients and clinicians. Please support EM Cases ongoing Free Open Access Medical Education learning platform with a donation here: https://emergencymedicinecases.com/donation/

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Is conflict in marriage always a bad sign? Or can it actually become a pathway to deeper trust, understanding, and connection?In this episode, Dr. Daniel Binus and Amanda Anguish, LMFT, explore the psychology of marital conflict and what truly separates healthy couples from unhealthy ones. They discuss the most common causes of conflict in relationships, including communication styles, finances, parenting, jealousy, intimacy, and emotional disconnect.Whether you're married, dating, or wanting healthier relationships in general, this conversation offers practical tools and powerful insights to help you navigate conflict in a healthier way.—

You kept all the balls in the air for decades. Then menopause hit. Now your ADHD brain drops every one — and everyone around you thinks you just stopped caring. This episode is that conversation nobody has in public.   In This Episode: Why menopause pushes ADHD symptoms into crisis mode The stigma ADHD Entrepreneur women face — from their own heads and everyone else Judgement, masking, and why "having it all together" is a lie   What You'll Take Away: Menopause can expose every workaround an ADHD Entrepreneur built Forgetfulness, brain fog, and spiral thinking aren't failures — they're neurology and biology at war Stigma sticks hardest when you look like you "had it all together" until now Most women think they're the only ones falling apart — they aren't High achiever wiring compounds judgement — internally and externally   GUEST BIOVicki Noels-Cornish is the founder of The Company U. She's an ADHD brain, people development consultant, and Colby-certified advisor advocating for new ways to work, especially for women who don't fit society's measuring stick.   Follow Vicki Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCompanyYOU Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecompanyyou_vicki X: https://x.com/thecompanyYOU   ABOUT THIS EPISODE This episode of The Impulsive Thinker® rips the lid off menopause and ADHD inside the Entrepreneur world. Vicki Noels-Cornish walks through exactly what happens when your old playbook stops working. ADHD, entrepreneurship, masking, and menopause collide in raw detail. The Impulsive Thinker® doesn't let go until all the ugly stigma, judgement, and self-doubt are out in the open. The discussion breaks apart why ADHD Entrepreneur women get blindsided by menopause and a lifetime of high achiever masking. Forget the clinical stuff — this one's about the real-life meltdowns nobody's talking about. This matters because you're not losing your edge — your biology and neurology just hit a new level of chaos. Every system you built to survive the grind won't save you here. If you've ever lost track of reality, felt judged for being "too much," or got told you dropped the ball after years of keeping it all together — listen now. Email me about it at andre@theimpulsivethinker.com. Remember — ADHD failure is measured on society's measuring stick. Not yours. Your brain runs on interest, not importance. That's not a flaw. That's a different operating system. ADHD is not a deficit. It's a difference.    

In this episode of the BRAVE Southeast Asia Tech Podcast, Jeremy Au is joined by Wen-Szu Lin who opens up about the brutal reality of entrepreneurship, from securing the master franchise for Auntie Anne's in China just before the 2008 Olympics, to navigating massive business failure, and eventually scaling Uber's Community Operations across Asia. Wen-Szu shares the untaught lessons that propelled his corporate success after his startup collapsed. Discover the hidden challenges of operating a foreign food brand in Beijing, how strict local regulations stifled growth, and why a "growth mindset" is the ultimate tool for tech leaders and founders. Whether you are building a startup in Southeast Asia, exploring venture capital, or looking to growth hack your career, this candid conversation about bouncing back from a failed venture is essential listening. Check out Wen-Szu Lin's books The China Twist and Deliver: The untaught lessons to growth hack your career at www.wenszulin.com  00:00 - Introduction  01:46 - Wen-Szu Lin's Background & Journey to China 04:55 - Securing the Auntie Anne's Master Franchise 07:23 - The Reality of Doing Business in Beijing (2008 Olympics) 11:42 - Why the Pretzels Failed: Malls, Regulations & Foot Traffic 16:19 - Knowing When to Fold & Moving to the Philippines 20:41 - Overcoming the Stigma of Failure: Writing "The China Twist" 24:42 - Scaling Uber's Community Operations in Asia 27:53 - Untaught Lessons: Writing "Deliver" 30:28 - Following Curiosity Over Bravery 31:54 - Three Key Mindsets for Success & Conclusion Watch, listen or read the full insight at https://www.bravesea.com/blog/wen-szu-lin-deliver Get transcripts, startup resources & community discussions at https://www.bravesea.com WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VakR55X6BIElUEvkN02e TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremyau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyauz Twitter X : https://x.com/jeremyau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bravesea English: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts Bahasa Indonesia: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts Chinese: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts #Philippines #China #Franchise #Business #Podcast #southeastasia #techpodcast

Alycia Anderson welcomes Elizabeth Ansell, founder of #NotJustFatigue, a nonprofit advancing awareness, research, and policy for ME/CFS, and discusses how Elizabeth has driven advocacy and federal policy work while bedbound. Elizabeth shares becoming ill at 26 while working in New York City, years of misdiagnoses, and being dismissed as psychosomatic. She explains teaching herself medicine before being diagnosed with myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome, defined by post-exertional malaise and many possible symptoms. She describes launching her organization after learning the disease's history and stigma. They cover misconceptions tied to the “chronic fatigue” name, the need for education and funding, policy wins including ME/CFS language in the Long COVID Recovery Initiative, and an NIH reporting requirement tied to a 2024 research roadmap. She then explains ways to get involved for May 12 ME/CFS Day using “millions missing,” sharing stories, and donating. From Challenge to Change

Rob sits down with Dr. Gregory Dodell, an endocrinologist from New York City and one of the more honest voices in the diabetes space online. What starts as a conversation about why a doctor would bother making Instagram videos turns into something a lot more real, a candid look at what actually happens between patients and their providers, why those relationships succeed or fall apart, and what it takes to feel like a full person inside a system that was mostly built around numbers. Dr. Dodell talks about the thing he keeps learning from patients that wasn't in any textbook: stress. How it silently drives blood sugars up, how burnout and over-fixation on every CGM reading can quietly hollow out your quality of life, and why a slightly elevated number is sometimes worth it if it means you actually got to live your day.  It's not a permission slip to ignore your management. It's a reminder that the goal was never the A1C itself. The goal was always life on the other side of it. They also dig into the infrastructure problems that make good diabetes care so hard to deliver, the prior authorization nightmare, the endocrinologist shortage, and the 20-patient days that leave almost no room to actually sit with someone.  Dr. Dodell shares, for the first time publicly, that he's moving toward concierge primary care, not out of ambition, but out of frustration with a system that makes it structurally almost impossible to do the job he trained for. If you've ever left an endo appointment feeling like you only got halfway through what you needed to say, or worse, left feeling judged, this one's for you. Chapters: 00:00   Who is Dr. Gregory Dodell? 01:41   Why HCPs Are Becoming Content Creators 04:06   Reaching Patients Beyond the Office 05:16   Preparing for Short, High-Stakes Endo Visits 06:29   Fitting Everyone Into One Box Doesn't Work 07:18   Listening First — How to Read the Room 08:26   The Surprising Role of Stress on Blood Sugar 09:59   Diabetes Distress and Over-Fixation on Numbers 10:35   Quality of Life vs. Perfect Blood Sugar Control 11:37   There's More to Life Than an In-Range Number 13:33   Complications — Compassion Over Judgment 14:59   Stigma, A1Cs, and the Morality Trap 16:03   How Patients Have Been Traumatized by Healthcare 17:37   The Endocrinologist Shortage Crisis 20:04   Prior Authorizations — A System-Wide Failure 24:38   Dream Scenario: What Ideal Diabetes Care Looks Like 26:10   Concierge Medicine and the Future of the Endo Practice (First Announcement) 28:44   Exciting Research — T-ZELD, GLP-1s, Autoimmune Breakthroughs 32:47   How to Find and Advocate for Yourself with Your Endo Resources: * Dr. Gregory Dodell on Instagram (@EverythingEndocrine) * Central Park Endocrinology

Yo, yo, yo… Mr. & Mrs. Weedman are back with another laid-back, smoke-filled edition of the Weedman420 Chronicles Podcast! This week on Episode 309, the duo breaks down the biggest stories in cannabis news, marijuana legalization, weed science, hemp business, and cannabis culture while continuing their mission to “Stomp the Stigma” and “Free the Plant.”This episode dives into fascinating new cannabis science, including research on rare medicinal compounds found in cannabis leaves, why older adults are increasingly choosing marijuana over pharmaceuticals, and a growing trend showing cannabis microdosing becoming more popular than psychedelics among U.S. adults. They also explore medical research that could shape the future of cannabis treatment and wellness.On the political and business side, there's no shortage of drama. Mr. & Mrs. Weedman unpack the latest developments surrounding Trump's marijuana rescheduling move, White House concerns over high-potency THC, growing battles over hemp-derived THC products, cannabis lawsuits, and legalization fights unfolding across states including Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Indiana, Idaho, Illinois, Massachusetts, California, Texas, Ohio, Arkansas, and Virginia.International cannabis headlines are blazing too, with updates from Canada, Brazil, Haiti, Turkey, and the Bahamas, plus a conversation about how television and pop culture are reshaping marijuana in modern life.As always, expect cannabis advocacy, laughs, stoner stories, and organic conversation from Mr. & Mrs. Weedman as they break down the week's hottest weed headlines.

Postpartum recovery products are often treated like purely clinical necessities—but what if they could also help mothers feel seen, supported, and confident? In this episode, Brooke sits down with Courtney of Le Lolo to talk about normalizing postpartum wellness and creating beautiful, functional products designed specifically for mothers. They discuss the emotional side of postpartum recovery, why mothers' needs are so often overlooked, and how intentional self-care supports the entire family. From organic ingredients to multifunctional wellness tools, this conversation highlights the importance of making postpartum support feel nurturing instead of sterile. Click HERE to access the show notes for this episode and learn more about Courtney and where you can find all things Le Lolo 

In this episode of the Open Bedroom Podcast, I sit down with Jeff Abraham, CEO of Prometheus, a sexual wellness brand. Jeff shares how Prometheus developed their patented delay sprays and wipes to help men with premature ejaculation by reducing hypersensitivity—without numbing their partners. We dive into the "orgasm gap" between men and women, the importance of foreplay and communication, and why normalizing masturbation for men matters. Jeff also talks about female arousal gels, cock rings, and their Go Solo lotion. Throughout the episode, we focus on removing shame around sexual wellness and encourage couples to explore intimacy openly using the right tools.Unrealistic Expectations from Porn (00:00:01)Discusses how porn creates anxiety and unrealistic expectations about sex and performance.Origins of Promescent and PE Treatments (00:01:51)Jeff explains the founding of Promescent, early PE treatments, and the science behind their delay spray.How the Delay Spray Works (00:04:05)Details on the lidocaine-based spray, its unique formulation, and how it avoids numbing partners.The Orgasm Gap and Coping Mechanisms (00:06:14)Discusses the average duration of intercourse for men and women, the orgasm gap, and coping strategies.PE's Prevalence and Misdiagnosis (00:08:42)PE is more common than ED; misdiagnosis and psychological impacts are discussed.Anxiety, Confidence, and Sexual Performance (00:09:57)Explores the link between anxiety, confidence, and sexual performance in men.Impact of Porn on Sexual Expectations (00:13:38)How porn distorts expectations and increases anxiety for both men and women.Communication and Learning Your Partner (00:22:24)Importance of communication, understanding partner preferences, and overcoming shame in sexual relationships.Sex Education and Breaking Stereotypes (00:29:53)Lack of proper sex education, breaking myths about orgasms, and understanding female anatomy.Stigma and Physiology of Premature Ejaculation (00:56:48)Addressing stigma, physiological causes of PE, and the need for open discussion and solutions.Shop Promescent:https://www.promescent.com/Follow The Open Bedroom Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/theopenbedroompodcast/

We're discussing therapy, emotional shutdowns, mental health stigmas, growth, and protecting your peace. You may enjoy venting to friends, but what happens when you're ready for feedback? Honest, no bullshit, feedback. Therapy is a two way conversation that has often scared people. We find it difficult to open up to 'strangers' because of judgement and shame. But it's brave to seek help and if you've ever wanted to grow, now is the time. Becoming self-aware is a superpower.Fan Mail HereSupport the show