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The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyClark & Chuck Widger: Clark's Manor Part 2This episode concludes the 2-part series of our discussion with both Charles (Chuck) Widger AND his son Clark. These episodes are slightly different than previous ones, because we get a deeper insight from not only the perspective of the child, Clark, who began to experience mental illness at a young age but ALSO from the parent, Chuck, who along with Clark's mother supported him throughout the experience, and tried to do everything they could to provide their son with the best care plan possible. But it wasn't easy...
Chuck Widger, a high-profile, local philanthropist and financial guru, a...2022-10-1744 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyChuck & Clark Widger: Clark's Manor Part 1Today's episode is the first of a 2-part series in which we will be speaking with both Charles (Chuck) Widger AND his son Clark. These episodes are slightly different than previous ones because we get a deeper insight from not only the perspective of the child, Clark, who began to experience mental illness at a young age but ALSO from the parent, Chuck, who along with Clark's mother supported him throughout the experience, and tried to do everything they could to provide their son with the best care plan possible. But it wasn't easy...
Chuck Widger, a...2022-10-1150 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyKayle Melicher Part 2In today's episode we continue our conversation with Kayle Melicher. Kayle (she/her) is a 22 year old from Sacramento, CA, who is a strong believer in mental health advocacy and describes herself as an optimist and someone who is very passionate about what she does. She currently has a YouTube channel, Moments to Inspire, promoting mental health awareness as well as a mental health internship at Tower of Youth where she writes articles about mental health and is specifically working on a story from the perspective of a therapist.
KAYLE:
Website: www.momentstoinspire.org
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The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyKayle MelicherKayle Melicher (she/her) is a 22 year old from Sacramento, CA, who is a strong believer in mental health advocacy and describes herself as an optimist and someone who is very passionate about what she does. She currently has a YouTube channel, Moments to Inspire, promoting mental health awareness as well as a mental health internship at Tower of Youth where she writes articles about mental health and is specifically working on a story from the perspective of a therapist.
KAYLE:
Website: www.momentstoinspire.org
Instagram: @moments_to_inspire2019
YouTube: Moments to I...2022-09-2738 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyPaul Catrino Part 2In this episode of The YANApodcast, we continue our conversation with Paul Catrino, the Founder and Captain of Sporting Serotonin soccer club. Sporting Serotonin promotes wellness in physical and mental health, which are two important components for overall wellness. Paul is also the 2021 CASA Community Recipient, a writer at BrotherlyGame, VAR Tech at Hawkeye, and most importantly a Mental Health Advocate. During Paul's spare time, he hosts a podcast called Views from the Bridge with his buddies talking about anything and everything Philadelphia Union. Tune in to hear Part 2 of Paul's inspirational story and see how he's involved with...2022-09-2044 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyPaul CatrinoPaul Catrino is the Founder and Captain of Sporting Serotonin soccer club. Sporting Serotonin promotes wellness in physical and mental health, which are two important components for overall wellness. Paul is also the 2021 CASA Community Recipient, a writer at BrotherlyGame, VAR Tech at Hawkeye, and most importantly a Mental Health Advocate. During Paul's spare time, he hosts a podcast called Views from the Bridge with his buddies talking about anything and everything Philadelphia Union. Tune in to hear Paul's inspirational story and see how he's involved with his community in advocating for mental health!
PAUL:
I...2022-09-1334 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyNazhah Khawaja Part 2Nazhah Khawaja is a Pakistani-American author from Chicago and a mom to two creative, brilliant minds! Nazhah works in the Behavioral Health Industry as an Outreach Specialist with Early Autism Services and hosts the company's Podcast - Life at EASe. Nazhah is also an event planner for a few non-profit organizations in the Chicago-land area.
Nazhah's true passion is expression which can be best exemplified through her work as a poet/spoken word artist and the number of Op-ed articles she has written for various online publications. She partnered with the creative mastermind of theDemureist and held...2022-08-3042 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyNazhah KhawajaNazhah Khawaja is a Pakistani-American author from Chicago. Nazhah is a mom to two creative, brilliant minds! Nazhah works in the Behavioral Health Industry as an Outreach Specialist with Early Autism Services and is a Podcast Host for the company's Podcast - Life at EASe. Nazhah is an event planner for a few non-profit organizations in the Chicago-land area. Nazhah’s passion is expression. She is a poet/spoken word artist and has written a number of Op-ed articles for various online publications. She partnered with the creative mastermind of theDemureist and held the title of ‘Women Editor’ for a few...2022-08-2342 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyAnastasia Vlasova Part 2"[I would tell my younger self:] don't dim your light for other people." In this episode of The YANApodcast, we continue our conversation with Anastasia Vlasova. Anastasia is a mental health activist and NYU student who hosts the podcast Our Turn to Talk which explores personal, systemic and global shifts that are necessary in order to make our world a kinder, more compassionate and self-aware place. Having immigrated from Russia, Anastasia experienced a lot of stigma surrounding mental health, but has discovered incredible ways to become an advocate while implementing her own methods of self improvement and care. She...2022-08-1650 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyAnastasia VlasovaAnastasia Vlasova is a mental health activist and NYU student who hosts the podcast Our Turn to Talk which explores personal, systemic and global shifts that are necessary in order to make our world a kinder, more compassionate and self-aware place. Having immigrated from Russia, Anastasia experienced a lot of stigma surrounding mental health, but has discovered incredible ways to become an advocate while implementing her own methods of self improvement and care. She has been featured in The Wall Street Journal and was sponsored by Fila, Wilson and other sports brands as a champion tennis player. This girl...2022-08-0937 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyAnika Manelkar & Amrita Sundaram: No Therapist, No Problem! PART 2In today’s episode, we continue our chat with high school juniors, Anika & Amrita about what it’s been like attending high school during the pandemic, social media, pressures of being a teen and their podcast, “No Therapist, No Problem”.
Sometimes, it’s difficult to sit down with a complete stranger and tell them what exactly is on your mind. So, Anika Manelkar and Amrita Sundaram have got your back! As high schoolers, they host the podcast “No Therapist, No Problem!”, which was started in December 2020. They hope to bring a sense of community and provide a safe space for...2022-08-0244 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyAnika Manelkar & Amrita Sundaram: No Therapist, No Problem!In today's episode, we chat with high school juniors, Anika & Amrita about what it's been like attending high school during the pandemic, social media, pressures of being a teen and their podcast, "No Therapist, No Problem".
Sometimes, it's difficult to sit down with a complete stranger and tell them what exactly is on your mind. So, Anika Manelkar and Amrita Sundaram have got your back! As high schoolers, they host the podcast "No Therapist, No Problem!", which was started in December 2020. They hope to bring a sense of community and provide a safe space for people struggling w...2022-07-2635 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyYunio Martinez Part 2"[If I was to tell my younger self one thing, I would say...] be who you are, love who you want and express yourself in whatever way you want. And just be kind with everyone else and.... Express kindness!"
This episode of The YANApodcast features Yunio Martinez and his journey as a someone who identifies as a Hispanic gay male from Guatemala navigating mental health, his sexuality, and life as an immigrant to the United States. Mental health was not a subject discussed openly in the Spanish community so he did not know who to turn to...2022-07-0547 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyYunio MartinezToday's episode of The YANApodcast features Yunio Martinez and his journey as a someone who identifies as a Hispanic gay male from Guatemala navigating mental health, his sexuality, and life as an immigrant to the United States. Mental health was not a subject discussed openly in the Spanish community so he did not know who to turn to, talk to, or reach out to for help when he was experiencing different emotions. He really began to notice his mental health declining during lockdown due to the pandemic. Yunio describes himself as having always been a very active person in...2022-06-2832 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyCaitlin Casey Part 2In today’s episode of The YANApodcast, we dive into Part 2 of Cait’s background as a homeschooled student, her upbringing with religion, her college experiences and the ways she manages her mental health, specifically anxiety. Cait became more aware of her anxiety during the COVID Pandemic, so tune in to hear more about her story!
Caitlin Casey (she/her) is a rising senior at Eastern University studying Social Work & Biblical Studies. She is passionate about social justice and caring for people in a holistic manner, and hopes to pursue a career in social work. Caitlin came to NA...2022-06-2130 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyCaitlin CaseyIn today's episode of The YANApodcast, we dive into Cait's background as a homeschooled student, her upbringing with religion, her college experiences and the ways she manages her mental health, specifically anxiety. Cait became more aware of her anxiety during the COVID Pandemic, so tune in to hear more about her story!
Caitlin Casey (she/her) is a rising senior at Eastern University studying Social Work & Biblical Studies. She is passionate about social justice and caring for people in a holistic manner, and hopes to pursue a career in social work. Caitlin came to NAMI as a p...2022-06-1449 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyOlivia Miller - SelfTalkWithLiv Part 2"I think I would tell my younger self to not be afraid to commit to wanting better for yourself. I think especially as women, we are encouraged to fit roles and that often means pausing what we want or what we want to do to support others; to be there for others; to push others up. And as much as that's important, I think that I would definitely tell my younger self to try to take a chance at a better life - a better future - for me because it's scary but you meet a lot of really...2022-05-2436 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyOlivia Miller - SelfTalkWithLivOlivia Miller is an 20 year-old advocate from Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. She is currently completing a double major in Peace and Conflict and Social Development Studies with a minor in Political Science at the University of Waterloo.
Olivia is the co-founder and director of the Bridges of Hope Project and Community Ambassador for the Umbrella Project. She is a contributor with several community and national initiatives, including The Activist Collab, The Wilmot Post and more.
Bridges of Hope is a platform by youth for promoting mental health awareness by execution of local events and social...2022-05-1728 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyKenneth Bourne Part 2"I would have told [my younger self] that he is deserving; that he is worthy; that he's loved; and that he's safe within himself. Because I always thought I had to be something that I wasn't in order to get safety - like I need to partake in this toxic masculinity exchange from the hood in order to feel safe, but you know, you are safe within yourself!"
In today's episode, we welcome back our guest, Kenneth Bourne, B.A., MSW., LSW. Kenneth is a member of the class of 2012 and the first Boys’ Latin graduate to ear...2022-05-0345 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyKenneth BourneIn today's episode of The YANApodcast, not only do we welcome a fantastic guest but we also welcome our brand new co-host, Ms. Dani Enguero! Dani joined our NAMI Philly family just recently in a new role as Youth Peer Navigator. She is going to make an awesome addition to the YANA team! Our guest is Kenneth Bourne, B.A., MSW., LSW. Kenneth is a member of the class of 2012 and the first Boys’ Latin graduate to earn an advanced degree. After receiving his B.A. in Sociology and Anthropology from Denison University, Kenneth went on to pursue a Ma...2022-04-2641 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyChanging of the Guards & Dallas Slankard Part 2Before we jump into telling you about today's guest, we would like to first, let you all know that this will be Carly's last episode as co-host! We are so sad to see her go but are so grateful for all the time she put in to make this podcast what it is and to bring such a beautiful light into all of your homes. Thank you so much for everything, Carly! Second, this change is not entirely a sad thing, because we are now welcoming Danielle Enguero to YANA as co-host along with Becca. Dani is super special...2022-04-1939 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyDallas Slankard Part 1Check out today's episode of The YANApodcast which features Part 1 of Dallas Slankard's (AKA @dallyjeeaan on TikTok) story! Dallas is a Colorado Native that has worked both in the entertainment and business industries. She has recently found her voice through social media and has used her platform to open up about her mental health journey, finding support and camaraderie within online communities. She currently lives in Colorado with her 2 dogs and cat and loves to do theatre, bake, and create unnecessary home improvement projects in her spare time.
Socials:
TikTok: @dallyjeeaan
Instagram: @dallasslankard...2022-04-1236 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyChristine XP Part 2"Honestly, the first thing that comes to mind [that I would tell my younger self] is so cliché but also so true is: be yourself – but I want to expand on that because I think that it’s so much more than just being yourself. I would say – you know, there was a point at that time where I was pretty hopeless, so I would just say: WAIT. Just wait. Because if you give up now, you’re never going to see what happens with you in the future so if you can just wait – wait it out – you can make it t...2022-04-0542 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyChristine XP Part 1“Honestly, the first thing that comes to mind [that I would tell my younger self] is so cliché but also so true is: be yourself - but I want to expand on that because I think that it’s so much more than just being yourself. I would say - you know, there was a point at that time where I was pretty hopeless, so I would just say: WAIT. Just wait. Because if you give up now, you’re never going to see what happens with you in the future so if you can just wait - wait it out...2022-03-2938 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyChuck Norton and "Taco 'Bout It""I would tell my younger self to take more risks. I think I'd be a lot more comfortable in certain situations if I knew how to take risks before. I feel like now when I am sometimes uncomfortable in social situations, school or sports, I feel like I wish I could go back and learn how to fail." Today's episode features high school senior, Chuck Norton! Chuck has been working on Taco 'Bout It, a mental health card game, for a little over two years. Chuck realized that he wasn't effectively communicating with his parents about his mental health, b...2022-03-2252 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyAmanda Moreno Part 2"I would tell [my younger self] that she is enough and that her efforts are being recognized on so many levels...." To wrap up our 6 part series in honor of National Eating Disorder Awareness Month, we continue where we left off with Amanda Moreno, Co-Founder, Co-President, Board Member of Body Empowerment Project, and hear Part 2 of her powerful story of what it was like growing up with the immigrant experience. Amanda is a recent graduate from the University of Pennsylvania where she obtained a B.A. in Neuroscience with a minor in French and Francophone Studies. As an aspiring...2022-03-1525 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyAmanda MorenoEpisode 5 of our 6 part series in honor of National Eating Disorder Awareness Month, features Amanda Moreno, Co-Founder, Co-President, Board Member of Body Empowerment Project, and her powerful story of what it was like growing up with the immigrant experience. Amanda is a recent graduate from the University of Pennsylvania where she obtained a B.A. in Neuroscience with a minor in French & Francophone Studies. As an aspiring pediatrician, Amanda has worked for over four years with children and adolescents in clinical and educational settings to improve their wellness and academic functioning. Through her work with the Body Empowerment Project...2022-03-0829 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyChristina Miranda - Part 2"How you look is the least interesting thing about you." Today's episode picks up where we left off with Christina Miranda last week which is Part 4 of our 6 part series in honor of Eating Disorder Awareness Month! We continue our conversation with the co-founder of Body Empowerment Project, Christina to find out her WHY? for this work. Christina is a recent graduate from the University of Pennsylvania with a B.A. degree in Neuroscience. She has been working on eating disorder advocacy efforts since she was 14 years old, after surviving her personal struggle with anorexia. Christina believes that participating...2022-03-0121 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyChristina Miranda Part 1Today's episode features part 3 of our 6 part series in honor of Eating Disorder Awareness Month! We continue our conversation with the co-founder of Body Empowerment Project, Christina Miranda to find out her WHY? for this work. Christina is a recent graduate from the University of Pennsylvania with a B.A. degree in Neuroscience. She has been working on eating disorder advocacy efforts since she was 14 years old, after surviving her personal struggle with anorexia. Christina believes that participating in the programs offered by the Body Empowerment Project would have prevented her eating disorder. In her free time, she can...2022-02-2238 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyBody Empowerment Project Part 2For the second part of a 6 episode series coinciding with Eating Disorder Awareness Month, we continue talking with Amanda Moreno and Christina Miranda about their organization, Body Empowerment Project, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization established in 2021 to help empower youth to find body acceptance and self-worth. They lead educational workshops for college, middle school, and high school students about body image and self-esteem in order to decrease eating disorder risk. Students leave their program with a new appreciation for themselves, a transformed idea of what it means to be healthy, acceptance of their bodies, and the courage to advocate for...2022-02-1427 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyBody Empowerment Project Part 1For the first part of a 6 episode series, we start off Eating Disorder Awareness Month talking with Amanda and Christina about their organization, Body Empowerment Project, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization established in 2021 to help empower youth to find body acceptance and self-worth. They lead educational workshops for college, middle school, and high school students about body image and self-esteem in order to decrease eating disorder risk. Students leave their program with a new appreciation for themselves, a transformed idea of what it means to be healthy, acceptance of their bodies, and the courage to advocate for themselves and others.2022-02-0730 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyRose McKeen aka Miss Manchester NH Part 2Part 2 of Rose McKeen's story picks up right where we left off last week! Rose is a Senior at Sanborn Regional High school and also Miss Manchester NH! She spends her time dancing and volunteering her time to help NEDA (National Eating Disorder Association) raise money and awareness for people with eating disorders.
ROSE ON INSTAGRAM: @rosemckeen_ or @missmanchesternh
The YANApodcast:
Instagram: @the_yanapodcast
Website: www.theyanapodcastwithnamiphilly.wordpress.com
New episodes every Tuesday!
NAMI PHILLY:
Instagram: @NAMIPhiladelphia or @namiphilly_ETS
Website: www.namiphilly.o...2022-02-0125 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyRose McKeen aka Miss Manchester NH Part 1For the first episode of Season 3 of The YANApodcast, we welcome special guest Rose McKeen! Rose is a Senior at Sanborn Regional High school and also Miss Manchester NH! She spends her time dancing and volunteering her time to help NEDA (National Eating Disorder Association) raise money and awareness for people with eating disorders.
ROSE ON INSTAGRAM: @rosemckeen_ or @missmanchesternh
The YANApodcast:
Instagram: @the_yanapodcast
Website: www.theyanapodcastwithnamiphilly.wordpress.com
New episodes every Tuesday!
NAMI PHILLY:
Instagram: @NAMIPhiladelphia or @namiphilly_ETS
Website: www.na...2022-01-2532 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyLindsay Meehan Mayo Part 2Part 2 of Lindsay Meehan Mayo's story! Lindsay is a Philly native and an open book when it comes to mental health and mental health advocacy. Lindsay brings lived experience to the table, as she's had her own battles and she's seen loved ones fight, too. Lindsay has struggled with various mental health challenges including OCD, anxiety/depression, and an eating disorder. But, with those battles, Lindsay found hope and chose a path of recovery. She recently celebrated her 5 year anniversary in ED recovery!
Until 2020, Lindsay was a pastry chef in Philadelphia. When the pandemic hit, bringing the res...2021-12-2134 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyLindsay Meehan Mayo Part 1Lindsay Meehan Mayo is a Philly native and an open book when it comes to mental health and mental health advocacy. Lindsay brings lived experience to the table, as she's had her own battles and she's seen loved ones fight, too. Lindsay has struggled with various mental health challenges including OCD, anxiety/depression, and an eating disorder. But, with those battles, Lindsay found hope and chose a path of recovery. She recently celebrated her 5 year anniversary in ED recovery!
Until 2020, Lindsay was a pastry chef in Philadelphia. When the pandemic hit, bringing the restaurant industry to a hal...2021-12-1438 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyKim Sands Part 2Part 2 of Kim Sands' story! Kim Sands is a comedy show producer in New York City! She is also executive producer of bear the film, a film that depicts depression as a bear for kids. Additionally, Kim is a huge mental health advocate and uses her social media platform to spread mental health awareness and share her story of her own journey with mental health, hospitalization and surviving suicide loss.
Instagram: @agirlwiththreedogs & @bear.the.film
The YANApodcast:
Instagram: @the_yanapodcast
Website: www.theyanapodcastwithnamiphilly.wordpress.com
New episodes every Tuesday!2021-11-3026 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyKim Sands Part 1Kim Sands is a comedy show producer in New York City! She is also executive producer of bear the film, a film that depicts depression as a bear for kids. Additionally, Kim is a huge mental health advocate and uses her social media platform to spread mental health awareness and share her story of her own journey with mental health, hospitalization and surviving suicide loss.
Instagram: @agirlwiththreedogs & @bear.the.film
The YANApodcast:
Instagram: @the_yanapodcast
Website: www.theyanapodcastwithnamiphilly.wordpress.com
New episodes every Tuesday!
NAMI Philly:
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The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyAmanda Grace Krier Part 2Part 2 of AmandaGrace's story - continued from last week! AmandaGrace Krier is a 23 year old mental health professional and suicide loss survivor, currently in recovery living with mental illness. Her passion for youth began as an NAMI Ending The Silence Presenter speaking on the loss of her cousin Sean to suicide and personal journey of recovery with mental illness. She is a 2020 grad from CCP with a degree in Behavioral Health and Human Services and currently supports the teens of Montgomery and Chester County PA in her new roll as Lead Peer Specialist of Teen Talk Lines. AmandaGrace is...2021-11-1635 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyAmanda Grace KrierAmandaGrace Krier is a 23 year old mental health professional and suicide loss survivor, currently in recovery living with mental illness. Her passion for youth began as an NAMI Ending The Silence Presenter speaking on the loss of her cousin Sean to suicide and personal journey of recovery with mental illness. She is a 2020 grad from CCP with a degree in Behavioral Health and Human Services and currently supports the teens of Montgomery and Chester County PA in her new roll as Lead Peer Specialist of Teen Talk Lines. AmandaGrace is very excited to join The YanaPodcast in telling her...2021-11-0933 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillySean Hyatt Part 2Part 2 of Sean's story! Sean Hyatt has been a major advocate for mental health for most of his life. He lost his father at eight years old by suicide. At first, he heard about NAMI when his mother would attend support groups for grief and loss of a loved one. For the past four months, he has had the pleasure of being President of NAMI Drexel on NAMI on Campus. He loves the role as President and there are five other board members are part in planning events and meetings for the organization as well. In addition, he is...2021-11-0246 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillySean Hyatt Part 1Sean Hyatt has been a major advocate for mental health for most of his life. He lost his father at eight years old by suicide. At first, he heard about NAMI when his mother would attend support groups for grief and loss of a loved one. For the past four months, he has had the pleasure of being President of NAMI Drexel on NAMI on Campus. He loves the role as President and there are five other board members are part in planning events and meetings for the organization as well. In addition, he is an active member of...2021-10-2629 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyNick EmeighNicholas Emeigh is a mental health advocate and public speaker with 5 years of continuous recovery from mental illness, substance use, and is a survivor of 3 suicide attempts. He proudly serves the community as Director of Outreach and Development for NAMI Bucks County PA providing help, hope, awareness and opportunities to Bucks County’s 640,000 residents. He speaks often at conferences, schools, and institutions of medicine and higher learning on the power of peer support, about his own journey through an intense battle with mental illness, and what he is doing now to help shatter the stigma so that no one fe...2021-10-191h 16
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyMerissa HesterMerissa Hester is a high school senior and former foster youth. She is a strong believer in sharing your story and for standing up for other foster kids who feel lost. Merissa hopes to one day make a difference in the lives of others by being a social worker. Merissa is a big NAMI Philly supporter and believes that mental health is so important to talk about! Merissa is described as being resilient, brave, bold and full of life! Merissa hopes that her story will impact other foster kids, other teenage girls or anyone who has ever felt alone!2021-10-051h 00
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyGabe LiedmanGabe Liedman is a television writer and producer, known for his work on 'Pen15,' 'Broad City,' and 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine." He most recently created, executive produced and starred in Netflix's animated series "Q-Force" about a gay superspy and his scrappy LGBTQ squad fighting to prove themselves to the agency that underestimated them. He's also been friends with your host, Becca Lane, since childhood, which is actually more important than his career achievements if you think about it.
Gabe Online:
Instagram: @gabeliedman
Twitter: @gabeliedman
Q-Force on Netflix: https://bit.ly/39FEkn42021-09-281h 25
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyNikki WeigandNikki Weigand served in the US Army for eight years as a Cryptologic Linguist and Signals Intelligence Analyst. In 2009 she deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom with the 1st Brigade Combat Team, 1st Calvary Division out of Ft. Hood, TX. Nikki is currently the Advocacy Director at NAMI Keystone PA. She joined NAMI in 2017 as an intern while completing her Master’s degree in Social Work at the University of Pittsburgh. Prior to her involvement with NAMI, Nikki worked in veteran homelessness and homelessness prevention services as a case manager and outreach coordinator.
For more information on...2021-09-211h 25
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyKuf KnotzToday’s episode of The YANApodcast features the LEGENDARY KUF KNOTZ!! Known for his ability to fuse genres such as hip-hop, reggae, classical, soul, & jazz, MC/Poet/Songwriter Kuf Knotz is one of today’s fastest emerging alternative artists.
His career has led him to open for a very diverse number of acts: Ms Lauryn Hill, The Roots, Common, G-love, Wyclef Jean, Slick Rick, The Wailers, Robert Randolph, Steel Pulse, Arrested Development, Robert Glasper, Inspectah Deck, Rising Appalachia, Zac Deputy, Josh Ritter, B.O.B, Bone Thugs & Harmony, Kabaka Pyramid, Yellowman, Soulive , Easy Star Allstars, Ozomatli and... BRUCE...2021-08-241h 35
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyStewart & Blake of Hand Drawn MapsHand Drawn Maps is an indie rock duo from the South Bay in Los Angeles, CA composed of lifelong friends Stewart Crichton and Blake Baldwin. The two create a unique sound that draws from a wide array of genres from classic 1960s psychedelia and surf rock, through current indie rock, pop, and more. Often drawing on their personal histories for inspiration, the lyrics bounce from themes of idyllic love to drug use and past forays with altered states of consciousness.
HAND DRAWN MAPS:
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/handdrawnmapsofficial
Website: http://www.handdrawnmapsofficial.com
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The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyAlexandra's StoryAlexandra spent 7 years earning her PhD in Biology where she studied soil microbes in a climate change experiment. This roller coaster experience included extreme highs, such as incredible adventures throughout Asia, as well as extreme lows, such as chronic and crippling depression. Since graduating she has combined her love of science, teaching and writing as a critical writing professor. She is passionate about teaching people of all ages how to find their voice by conscientiously crafting their words. In her undergraduate classes students have written about everything from artificial intelligence and social justice to microbes and mental health.
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The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyDylan DunlapThe Los Angeles-based singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Dylan Dunlap developed a love for music at a very young age. As a teen, Dylan left the prestigious Berklee College of Music to get a head start on his music career and started busking in his hometown of Burbank, CA. Inspired by the likes of Coldplay and Mumford & Sons, he simultaneously fashioned a singular style, infusing cinematic scope and alternative eloquence into power pop. Over the last two years, he supported OneRepublic, toured across the US and the UK and released what would become his breakout single, “If That’s Alrigh...2021-08-031h 11
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyTABOO TOPICS TUESDAY: Talking About Addiction & Overdosing Part 1Taboo Topics Tuesday is back for a whole new TABOO topic: Addiction and Overdosing! This topic is definitely multi-faceted but one that is an epidemic of massive proportions. 2020 saw a rise in overdose related deaths by 30%! THIRTY PERCENT in one year alone. It's time to set aside prejudices and talk about solutions NOT stigma. Join us as we dive into Part 1 of this devastating topic that effects literally anyone - Yale to Jail.
The YANApodcast:
Instagram: @the_yanapodcast
New episodes every Tuesday!
NAMI Philly:
Instagram: @NAMIPhiladelphia or @namiphilly_ETS
W...2021-07-2036 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyDanielle DiPillaThis week's episode features Danielle DiPilla and "It's been real. It's been fun. It's been real fun!" Danielle is a warrior in the truest sense of the word. After a decade-long battle against several mental illness diagnoses and struggling with alcoholism and addiction, Danielle bravely took the steps to get help by advocating for herself. Pushing the “reset button”, Danielle entered herself into a rehabilitation facility and found solace in the center’s personalized care to help her with her Major Depressive Disorder, anxiety, and addictions. Danielle left the facility with Hope & joy in her heart. She plunged head first i...2021-07-131h 08
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyDelvDelv is an indie folk project by songwriter and licensed therapist Kris Leigh. Both her work as an artist and therapist compliment one another, as the themes in her music circulate self healing, processing emotional experiences and the evolution of human growth. Her most recent record, "Gardens and Plantings", still in motion, is a reflection of time during the pandemic and liberation of all the stories gathered from hours of deep listening. Each song is being slowly released, one month at a time, mirroring the slow, introspective pacing and the challenging of traditional structure.
DELV:
Instagr...2021-07-061h 25
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyMyles BullenMyles Bullen is a soft rap/art poet gallivant who has dedicated the past few years to performing their manifesto of rhythmic poems and melodic archives, traveling extensively, to get vulnerable in front of living people.
MYLES:
Website: https://mylesbullen.bandcamp.com/
Instagram: @beatboxpoet
The YANApodcast:
Instagram: @the_yanapodcast
New episodes every Tuesday!
NAMI Philly:
Instagram: @NAMIPhiladelphia or @namiphilly_ETS
Website: www.namiphilly.org
NAMI Philadelphia Warmline: 267.687.4381 OPTION 1
CRISIS RESOURCES:
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (800) 273-TALK (8255)
Cr...2021-06-221h 03
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyClaudette PomboIn this episode of The YANApodcast, we welcome Claudette Pombo as our special guest! Claudette is a multifaceted individual with a background in performance theatre and corporate digital marketing. Claudette now has a BLOOMING career in digital marketing and in her spare time does story telling events in the Philadelphia area while acting as an advocate via NAMI as well as her own social media platforms.
CLAUDETTE:
Instagram: @claw_det & @mybrokenbrainlife
The YANApodcast:
Instagram: @the_yanapodcast
New episodes every Tuesday!
NAMI Philly:
Instagram: @NAMIPhiladelphia or @nam...2021-06-151h 07
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyShannon HannawayToday's episode features Shannon Hannaway! Shannon is a Colorado native, and a recent graduate of Montana State University with a degree in History: Science, Environment, Technology and Society. She is active in public policy work through organizations such as NAMI CO, NAMI Boulder, Mental Health Colorado, and the Suicide Prevention Coalition of Colorado. As Miss Mile High, a local title within the Miss America Organization, she uses her personal experience with mental illness to highlight not only the need for destigmatization, but for the importance of action to improve access to behavioral health treatment. Shannon's personal experience with mental i...2021-06-081h 10The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyTABOO TOPICS TUESDAY: Talking About MedicationFor the month of May - Mental Health Awareness Month - we are discussing various TABOO topics that often carry the most stigma in the realm of mental health. Our taboo topic this week is MEDICATION - possibly one of the topics surrounding mental health that carries some of the most significant stigma! So, join us as we discuss our own personal experience with medication, reasons why psychiatric medication carries so much stigma, myths vs facts. addiction, side effects and MORE!
DISCLAIMER: We are in no way advocating for the use of disuse of medication. We are n...2021-05-2537 minThe YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyTABOO TOPICS TUESDAY: Talking About IntimacyFor the month of May, which is Mental Health Awareness Month, we are discussing various TABOO topics that often carry the most stigma in the realm of mental health. Our taboo topic this week is INTIMACY - a subject often difficult to discuss even without the added layer of mental health conditions, so therefore even more important for us to try to normalize the conversation. Join us as we talk about sex, vulnerability, interpersonal relationships, medications, the symptoms and side effects of mental health conditions and more!
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New ep...2021-05-1849 minThe YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyTABOO TOPICS TUESDAY: Talking About Suicide LossFor the month of May which is Mental Health Awareness Month, we will be tackling the most significant taboo topics related to mental health. This week, we delve into probably the most taboo of them all: Suicide & Suicide Loss. We discuss statistics, warning signs, prevention and support for those who have tragically lost someone to suicide. It's not one of the easiest topics to discuss, but it is definitely the most important.
The YANApodcast:
Instagram: @the_yanapodcast
New episodes every Tuesday!
NAMI Philly:
Instagram: @NAMIPhiladelphia or @namiphilly_ETS
...2021-05-1143 minThe YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyTABOO TOPICS TUESDAY: Talking About TraumaIn honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we are shaking things up a bit by bringing you "Taboo Topics Tuesday"! For our first taboo topic, we dive into the realities of trauma and PTSD, what that can look like and how we can find help and hope!
The YANApodcast:
Instagram: @the_yanapodcast
New episodes every Tuesday!
NAMI Philly:
Instagram: @NAMIPhiladelphia or @namiphilly_ETS
Website: www.namiphilly.org
NAMI Philadelphia Warmline: 267.687.4381 OPTION 1
CRISIS RESOURCES:
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (800) 273-TALK (8255)
Crisis Tex...2021-05-0435 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyCarly Hester's StoryIn today's episode, the seats are reversed as co-host Carly Hester shares her own personal story and what brought her to the mental health field and to become such a passionate advocate! We asked her a few questions just to give an idea of who she is...
Carly's Role at NAMI Philly: Affiliate Director
What is your relationship to mental health? I personally have my own mental health journey that today I am able to openly share with others. Sharing my story has been such a healing experience and something I will continue to do. I c...2021-04-061h 31
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyAshley LadererAshley Laderer is a writer and mental health advocate from New York. She decided to specialize in mental health after realizing she could help others who also struggle from anxiety and depression feel less alone. Her writing has appeared in Teen Vogue, SELF magazine, Billboard, Refinery29, NYLON, and more.
ASHLEY:
You can read her work at clippings.me/ashleyladerer
Instagram and Twitter at @ashley_unicorn
The YANApodcast:
Instagram: @the_yanapodcast
New episodes every Tuesday!
NAMI Philly:
Instagram: @NAMIPhiladelphia or @namiphilly_ETS
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The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyIreneIrene spent 8 years pursuing an academic career in Speech and Hearing Sciences, an endeavor that eventually led to a mental health crisis. She is now working as a scientific writer outside of academia and is passionate about helping others transition to industry careers. She is a trained cardio dance instructor and an advocate for integrating mindful movement into a self-care routine. She has presented at NAMI’s Ending the Silence Program, encouraging kids to be mindful about and flexible in their career goals. In her spare time, she loves to cook, read, and hang out with her 2 rescue cats, Ju...2021-03-021h 25
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyMary Keleher: Understanding ADHDMary Keleher was born and raised in Manchester, NH. Mary holds a degree in dance from Dean College and is the current titleholder for the Miss Berlin-Gorham Scholarship Program, a preliminary competition through the Miss New Hampshire and Miss America Scholarship Programs. She chose "Understanding ADHD" for her Social Impact Initiative as the current Miss Berlin-Gorham because of the lack of understanding people have of the disorder. Mary has a diagnosis of ADHD inattentive type and was not diagnosed until she was 18 years old. It is her belief that she didn’t receive a diagnosis until she was an ad...2021-02-231h 14
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyNicole SteinhagenNicole Steinhagen grew up in South Portland, Maine and is currently a Sophomore at Southern Maine Community College studying business. Nicole has also been studying Martial Arts for 18 years, holds a black belt and has 4 world championship titles. She is also the current Miss Greater Portland and gearing up for Miss Maine in June of this year! After losing her grandfather 5 years ago to suicide, she feels it is more important than ever to end the silence and help others speak up around the topic of suicide.
In the wake of her grandfathers suicide, Nicole had a...2021-02-161h 16
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyAlexa Rhodes & H.E.L.P.I.N.G. The Homeless BackpacksAlexa Rhodes is currently a 17-year-old high school junior at Springside Chestnut Hill Academy. She is extremely passionate about elementary education, Philadelphia sports, and giving back to her community. In January of 2020, she started H.E.L.P.I.N.G. The Homeless Backpacks in a business class at her school because she wanted to bring a level of comfort and security to those living on the streets. Since then, she has watched her organization flourish and has donated 150 backpacks filled with essential items. She has partnered with major companies such as Bombas and Alphabroder, she won the Global...2021-02-091h 03
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyCarolyn RossiterCarolyn Rossiter was born and raised in New York. She loves writing, hiking, and spending time with friends. Carolyn works as an eating disorder and an LGBTQ+ advocate educating people through her stories of her lived experience.
In her brutally honest memoir, Diet Pills And Broken Dreams - Stories I Could Not Tell, which is made up of pieces from her journals, Carolyn describes the battle that engulfed her mind and body. Self-loathing and reckless behaviors that continued on through her teenage years through her early thirties.
Where can you find Carolyn?
She h...2021-02-021h 14
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyBecca Lane's StoryToday we dive into co-host, Becca Lane's personal story and how she came to be passionate about mental health education, advocacy and support! Becca answers a few questions for us to give an idea of who she is...
Becca's Role at NAMI Philly: Young Adult Education Specialist
What is your relationship to mental health? I live with mental health conditions such as Bipolar II disorder, ADHD, PTSD, and am a grateful recovering alcoholic and addict. I am an active participant in my recovery and dedicate my time using my own experience to help others. I run...2021-01-261h 15
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyMental Health Advocacy with Morgan Hannaleck!In today's episode, we welcome back Morgan Hannaleck to join us for a conversation surrounding mental health advocacy where we delves into many areas including police reform, the new 3 digit suicide prevention/mental health crisis line, mental health court, the power of storytelling and more!
Morgan is a 24-year-old motivational speaker, author, mental health counselor and advocate currently residing in San Diego. She also uses her amazing social media platform to educate, inspire and raise awareness. We're so happy to have her back to talk with us about this important subject matter!
You can find M...2021-01-121h 07
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyKayla MyersKayla Myers is a health and fitness enthusiast who encourages others to #ChooseHealth through her social impact initiative in the Miss America Organization. Kayla uses her title as Miss Lancaster County to promote a healthy lifestyle backed by her education from Temple University as an Exercise and Sport Science major with nutrition and psychology minors. It is her mission to not only prevent chronic diseases through living a healthy lifestyle, but to also improve the quality of life for others. Health and fitness have transformed her life and have essentially served as a form of "medicine" for her mental i...2020-12-221h 05
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyAdonis RosarioAdonis Rosario is a First generation born Dominican American with a passion for promoting positivity and encouragement. His drive for mental health awareness came after experiencing tremendous amounts of hardships and setbacks during his college years. Adonis later started a mental health organization called We Are Relentless (WAR) in 2019 in hopes to bring awareness to minority mental health and provide the resources that he wished were available to him while growing up. Adonis, being an aspiring model, wants to use his growing platform to raise more awareness for mental health, as well as overall wellbeing from the mind to...2020-12-151h 08
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyCortez Patton Part 2Cortez is back for Part 2 of his incredible story of strength and resilience! Be sure to check out Part 1 before listening to this episode!
Cortez Patton is a 17 year old entrepreneur in the 12th grade; born and raised in West Philadelphia. He started to pay more attention to the importance of mental health after he began to see people close to him struggling. Even though he had dealt with his own mental health in the past, he hadn't truly understood the importance until he really saw the people he cared about struggling. So, since he likes seeing...2020-12-081h 10
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyCortez Patton Part 1In this episode, our guest is Cortez Patton - a 17 year old entrepreneur in the 12th grade; born and raised in West Philadelphia. He started to pay more attention to the importance of mental health after he began to see people close to him struggling. Even though he had dealt with his own mental health, he hadn't truly understood the importance until he really saw the people he cared about struggling. So, since he likes seeing people happy and coming together, he started a event called Philly Showcase, which is a talent show to highlight the unique talent within te...2020-11-241h 11
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyShadiqua Smith-SpannToday's guest is our very own NAMI Philly Ending the Silence presenter, Shadiqua Smith-Spann. Shadiqua's passion for mental health began with her own struggles. Growing up in an environment where mental health discussions were rejected, she didn't have any support to guide her in the process of healing. However, a series of traumatic events and numerous suicide attempts gave birth to a strong desire to improve the conditions of Shadiqua's life. As for many others, the process of seeking support became more and more discouraging. The countless obstacles as well as not knowing where to start triggered a severe...2020-11-171h 03
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyKomal GulatiKomal Gulati is a 24 year old writer, mental health advocate, and future physician. Her writing has been published in Scientific American, KevinMD.com, NAMI Blog, NLI's 'Your Brain at Work' blog, and is coming soon to Temple Health Magazine. After graduating from the University of Connecticut, she leveraged her background in neuroscience and human rights in her role with the NeuroLeadership Institute, a consultancy in Manhattan, to help organizational leaders become lifelong learners, effective and honest communicators, and keepers of inclusivity. Now, she is working towards a combined degree in medicine (MD) and a master’s in Urban Bioethics (MA...2020-11-101h 07
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyBrittney MosesToday's episode of The YANApodcast features Brittney Moses! Brittney is a Los Angeles native, passionate about seeing this generation live on purpose. While in the study of Psychology and research assisting at UCLA, she leverages her platform to reduce stigma and assist with helpful information at the intersection of faith, culture and mental health. Brittney is also a certified recovery support group facilitator with NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness and a Crisis Counselor with the Crisis Textline. Still, her favorite part of life is being called Mommy to her sweet son, Austin.
You can find B...2020-10-271h 10
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyMH the Verb (AKA Marcus Cinque Harris)Marcus Cinque Harris aka MH the Verb joins us to talk about anxiety, depression, substance abuse, intergenerational trauma and mental health in the black community. A world class multi-media artist, MH also discusses how music and the arts has served as a coping tool for not only himself but his community at large.
BIO: Multi-media artist, MH the Verb uses afro-futurism to build community while blending jazz, funk, hip hop, and electronic arts. The MC/DJ/Producer has built a spacey catalog by mixing live instrumentation & studio production featuring musicians from from his Philadelphia-based collective, ArtHouse95. Complimented by...2020-10-201h 10
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyTeena WeislerA Philly native, Teena Weisler is an educator, social worker in-training, and advocate for those who experience oppression. For the past 12 years, Teena has worked in high school settings and currently, she is interning in Kensington working with clients in active drug use. Teena is passionate about breaking the stigmas around mental health and addiction and loves talking about her own recovery journey. Teena can always be found enjoying the urban outdoors and indulging in fancy coffee!
TEENA:
Instagram: @teenav_1020
The YANApodcast:
Instagram: @the_yanapodcast
New episodes every Tuesday!
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The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyMackenzie NicoleIn the Spring of 2018, singer, songwriter, and Strange Main artist Mackenzie Nicole unveiled her full-length debut album, The Edge, to critical acclaim. Its songs tallied over 1 million Spotify streams, and her videos totaled over 8 million-plus views as she played to sold-out crowds coast-to-coast. After nearly a decade of diligently grinding, the year marked a much deserved and significant artistic breakthrough for the then 18-year-old. All her hard work was starting to pay off, however, for Mackenzie it was the worst time in her life. On a deeper level, she suffered a mental breakdown and fell into thoughts of suicide. T...2020-09-301h 01
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyBen RubinBen Rubin was born and raised in Philadelphia and is a graduate of New York University where he was a member of the Varsity Wrestling team, Athletic Department's Strength and Conditioning staff, and graduated with dual degrees in English literature and political science. After college, Ben went on to work for a global advisory firm, specializing in technology and management consulting for the public sector. He is now the founder of a clean energy management start-up called OurGrid and enjoys doing triathlons and volunteering with NAMI in his spare time.
The YANApodcast:
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The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyRohan Sharma aka Rx MundiRx Mundi (Rohan Sharma) is a rap artist, published author, and mental health advocate from Bucks County, PA. He began public speaking subsequent to serving a twenty-three month jail sentence after pleading guilty to an armed robbery that took place in the Fall of 2011. At the time, Rohan was a medical student at Drexel University. However, due to his mental illness being misdiagnosed, he was given the wrong medication which induced a psychotic episode. It was during his jail sentence that Rohan read over 60 books, including many from the self-help genre, which ignited his passion for mental health. He...2020-09-0854 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyJenna MartoranaKutztown University grad (pursuing a master’s degree to become a school counselors), NAMI Club VP, and mental health champion, Jenna Martorana! She uses her title of Miss Liberty Bell to be an advocate for people like herself with mental health conditions. Jenna will share some of her mental health journey with you while also giving you great resources and talking about ways you can shatter stigma! Jenna is a true mental health advocate and we are so proud of all the work she does for mental health awareness!
JENNA:
Instagram: @MissLibertyBell2019
Facebook: Miss...2020-09-0158 min
The YANApodcast with NAMI PhillyMorgan HannaleckOur very first episode features author, motivational speaker and mental health advocate, Morgan Hanneleck! She will share her incredible story of strength and resilience as she talks about living with an eating disorder and other mental health challenges. She will open up about her struggles with peer pressure, self-esteem, body image and navigating the world while also sharing with you how she lives her life today!
MORGAN on Instagram: @morganhannaleck
Book: Somber Suffocation
The YANApodcast:
Instagram: @the_yanapodcast
New episodes every Tuesday!
NAMI Philly:
Instagram: @NAMI...2020-09-0155 min
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