Season 3 of Giving Voice to Depression brought some of the most powerful and healing stories yet. From strangers who saved lives on bridges, to college students finding their way back from despair, to voices challenging stigma in Black communities — every episode reminded us of the strength found in sharing our struggles.
In this season review, Brigitte and Terri revisit key episodes, highlighting lessons of empathy, peer support, and resilience. Listeners will hear how stories spark ripples of hope, why listening is one of the greatest gifts we can give, and how community can transform isolation into healing.
This episode isn’t just a recap — it’s a reminder that depression is survivable, connection matters, and that talking about it can change lives.
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Season 3 introduction and gratitude to storytellers
01:00 - The Power of Compassion and Empathy: A life saved on a London bridge
03:30 - Kevin Briggs, “Guardian of the Golden Gate Bridge,” on listening and empathy
04:50 - College Depression: Justin’s journey from despair to hope
06:30 - Building recovery brick by brick with Brent Williams
07:10 - Black Mental Health Matters: Breaking stigma in the Black community
08:00 - Depression, the Holidays, and Scrooge: Boundaries and self-care
09:00 - The power of community support in hard times
10:10 - The Gift of Listening: Why it matters more than advice
11:30 - Starting conversations with comedian Frank King
12:30 - Don’t ignore the signs of childhood depression
13:40 - Ripple Report: How stories spark real-world change
15:00 - A couple’s perspective on depression and stigma
16:20 - Closing thoughts: Keep talking, keep sharing, keep listening
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