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Boom Goes The StigmaCombatting LonelinessAs we head into the holiday, this episode marks our last mini-boom. For our season finale, we tackle loneliness. Loneliness is the negative feeling that arises when you crave human connection. While we all feel lonely at times, chronic loneliness—especially when linked to depression and anxiety—can isolate us and lead to a downward spiral in our thoughts. People experiencing suicidal thoughts often feel incredibly alone in their struggles. With suicide rates rising in the construction industry, addressing loneliness is essential to tackling this serious issue.In this mini-boom toolbox talk, we discuss effective, long-term strategies for c...
2025-12-0109 min2025-11-0505 minBoom Goes The StigmaMindful BreathingThis month's mini-boom is on Mindful Breathing. This is a practical and free tool that can be used at any time. Mindful breathing is a powerful strategy to help you focus on the present moment. Focusing on your breath involves observing each inhale and exhale. This practice can reduce stress by lowering your heart rate and engaging the parasympathetic nervous system (the body's calming system).While it may seem easy to "just breathe," stressful or threatening situations often cause us to forget to breathe properly, leaving us feeling out of control and panicked.
2025-10-0305 minBoom Goes The StigmaFour Ways to Prevent SuicideThis month’s mini-boom focuses on four ways to prevent suicide. The construction industry has the second-highest suicide rate compared to other occupations. Given these sobering statistics, it is crucial to address this issue and implement strategies to prevent our workers from dying by suicide.We lay out how to break stigma, recognize warning signs, reach out and connect, and know your resources.Construction CarelineIf you want to talk with somebody about personal and professional challenges, the Construction Careline is a confidential, non-judgmental, and safe space to get support for to...
2025-09-0406 minBoom Goes The StigmaBeing PresentA holistic approach to safety, embracing the body/mind connection, paying attention to our thoughts, valuing sleep, and eating well. Numerous distractions abound in our job sites. Construction sites are not wellness retreats, but there are ways to sharpen our focus and ease mental tensions. On and outside the construction site, we will never control everything that happens, but we can develop a present-focused mindset that increases our cognitive flexibility, enhances our connections, and improves our mental health.In this mini-boom podcast, we share some tips for being in the moment. In construction, safety requires...
2025-08-0707 minBoom Goes The StigmaEmployee Assistance Programs (EAPs)In construction, we rely on Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) to respond toincidents on the job site. When it comes to individual struggles with mental health, professional relationships, finances, and overall health andwellness, there is another EAP that can help us navigate through theseissues. It is called an Employee Assistance Program. EAPs. EAPs areconfidential services that can assist you in resolving personal problemsthat are impacting your work performance. Think of EAPs as your emergency action plan when you need help or advice to deal with professional or personal...
2025-06-3004 minBoom Goes The StigmaImportance of sleepWe know that sleep is essential to a healthy lifestyle, but in the construction industry, getting quality sleep can be challenging due to long work hours, shift changes, family responsibilities, and commuting. Sleep affects our mental and physical health, as well as our ability to work safely. Lack of sleep contributed to catastrophic workplace accidents like Chernobyl, Three Mile Island, and the Challenger Explosion. Sleep deprivation contributes to 1 in 10 job site accidents, so it is vital to prioritize getting good quality sleep.In this podcast, we discuss the importance of sleep, share tips on improving your sleep h...
2025-06-0506 minBoom Goes The StigmaMental Wellness is SafetyThis mini-boom podcast on Mental Health and Safety highlights the importance of treating mental health with the same focus and intensity as physical health. In the United States, 1 in 5 adults experiences a mental health condition. With construction having one of the highest suicide rates, it's essential to check in with your coworkers and crew and demonstrate care about their well-being. Often, simply being present and listening can make a significant difference when helping someone in need. In this podcast, we explore signs of mental distress and suggest simple ways to start conversations that can help people successfully n...
2025-05-0105 minBoom Goes The StigmaDigging Into Alcohol's Impact on Mental Health and Well-BeingApril is Alcohol Awareness Month, and while we primarily focus on suicide in the construction industry, we must talk about alcohol and its impact on mental health. Construction workers are more likely to drink excessively, use substances, and face mental health challenges.Construction has one of the highest rates of excessive alcohol use.Nationally, alcohol intoxication is involved in 22% of all suicides. If we wantto reduce suicide within the construction industry, we have to talk aboutalcohol’s impact on mental health. Our relationship with alcohol iscomplicated.If we wa...
2025-04-0207 minBoom Goes The StigmaOpioids and Mental HealthOpioids In Construction Recent data indicates that construction workers have one of the highest rates of opioid overdoses. They are also 20% more likely than the general public to receive opioid prescriptions, often for stronger opioids. Why is this the case? The construction industry is labor-intensive by nature, and hard physical labor often leads to chronic pain. With the pressure to meet deadlines and stay within budget, workers may not have the time to take off for proper healing and care. Opioids can help workers manage chronic pain and remain on the job, but this comes w...
2025-02-2408 minBoom Goes The StigmaMini-Boom Toolbox Talk: Breaking the StigmaThe construction industry has the second highest rate of suicide. Yet, the stigma associated with being vulnerable about personal struggles or asking for support remains a major roadblock to reducing suicides. Addressing stigma head-on can encourage workers to get help and reduce suicides. In this mini-boom toolbox talk, we discuss ways to destigmatize mental health challenges and promote supportive and help-seeking behaviors. If you want to talk with somebody about personal and professional challenges, the Construction Careline is a confidential, non-judgmental, and safe space to get support for tough challenges.Oregon...
2025-01-2709 minBoom Goes The StigmaBreaking New Ground in 2025It is 2025, and BGTS is back with a new episode featuring Emily Haro, CSPP's Outreach and Engagement Coordinator. We discuss her background and 2024 highlights and share news about new CSPP resources and upcoming podcasts for 2025!! If you are in need of support or feeling distressed, you can call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, to speak with a trained crisis intervention specialist. You can also reach out to the Alcohol & Drug Helpline at 800-923-4357. To learn more about the CSPP, visit: Construction S...
2025-01-0913 min
Financial Coaches Network - The Podcast: Build your Financial Coaching Business#138: Getting quoted: is it worth paying to get featured in an article?Josh and Emily have a conversation with guest, Launch member Vanessa Dean, about whether it’s worth paying to be quoted in a news article.
Top things to think about
As advertising dollars have been disappearing, news organizations are trying new ways to increase revenue.
One way news organizations are trying to increase their revenue is by pure increase in content.
There is an infinitesimally small chance that you’ll get clients from a news article.
However, being quoted in notable sources can add social proof (but it’s more valuable if you have more than a sing...
2024-08-0629 min
Still We PersistSeason 2 Episode 6: Community CareTune in to this conversation on community care and self-care featuring special guests Emily Haro and Alex Granera. Originally posted on KBVR-TV's YouTube channel on January 19, 2021.
2024-07-2741 min
F*ck It MotheringFIM 51: Motherhood After Trauma with Emily CleghornDid you ever struggle with the thought, 'I'm too damaged to be a mom'? Do you still live in fear that the hurt you went through before you became a mom is going to find it's way to your kids?
This week host Amanda Haro is joined by Emily Cleghorn, who is a trauma recovery coach for moms. Emily shares her personal story of healing herself as an adult after childhood trauma. She's raw and honest about how becoming a mom triggered her in ways she never expected and the deep work she had...
2024-05-231h 01Boom Goes The StigmaForging A New PerspectiveWe are thrilled to share our dynamic conversation with Paul Diaz. Paul is a Business Representative with Iron Workers Local 29. With nearly twenty years of experience in ironwork, Paul brings a fascinating, heartfelt, and engaging perspective to mental wellness and suicide prevention. In this episode, Paul lays out how Iron Workers Local 29 is promoting suicide prevention, creating a more positive job culture, and forging pathways to help and support. We appreciate Paul sharing his on-the-ground, up-in-the-air, and gritty perspective on how ironworkers are addressing substance abuse and suicide. If you need support or fee...
2024-01-0444 minBoom Goes The StigmaReality Check: Understanding the Challenges Facing Hispanic Construction ProfessionalsWe are thrilled to share our conversation with George Carrillo. George was the former Executive Director of LatinoBuilt. He is now the Chief Executive Officer of the National Hispanic Construction Alliance. He is a staunch advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) with deep expertise in labor relations and union contracts. He works to challenge inequitable policies and actively dismantle institutional norms through strong alliances with community-based organizations and state legislature to advocate for social justice and equitable representation.We had a broad and reality-based conversation. George brought the "boom" with an empathetic, insightful, and comprehensive assessment...
2023-12-2047 min
Startups in StilettosHow Startup Founders Build Brand RecognitionHello and Happy Holidays, Entrprenistas! It's Stephanie Cartin here, and as we wind down the year, we're bringing you a special treat. December is all about inspiration and education, guiding you through the essential lessons to elevate your business in 2024. This week, we're diving into the art of building brand recognition for startup founders. In this not-to-miss episode of Startups and Stilettos, my co-hosts and I, along with a stellar lineup of guests, unpack the mysteries and strategies behind establishing a solid brand presence. First, we have Kelsey Closs from Closs Creatives, who shares her insider tips on securing...
2023-12-1923 minBoom Goes The StigmaRethink the DrinkWe are excited to share our conversation with Rebecca Garza. Rebecca is a Health Promotion Strategist at the Oregon Health Authority. She supports strategic communications and mobilization initiatives and is the lead for the Rethink the Drink(RTD) brand. Rebecca earned a Master of Science in Medical Anthropology and Cross-Cultural Practice at Boston University School of Medicine. Rebecca shared Oregon's innovative approach to addressing excessive alcohol use in Oregon. We enjoyed learning about the thinking, research, and approach behind RTD's mission to help communities across Oregon Rethink the Drink. We dive into how RTD is he...
2023-12-0645 minBoom Goes The StigmaGot GUTS? Building Space for Mental WellnessWe are excited to share our conversation with Adam Garske. Adam Garske is a Project Engineer for Hoffman Construction and the Chairman of the Resource Technology subcommittee within their wellness task force. He provides insightful and personal background information about the needs and rationale behind the GUTS (Getting Us There Safe) room concept. The GUTS room is a versatile space for craftworkers to connect, access services, and have fun. If you're interested in learning more about GUTS, please visit https://www.hoffmancorp.com/guts/. You can also watch a news story about this program here.W...
2023-11-2239 minBoom Goes The StigmaSupportive SupervisionWe are excited to share our conversation with Dr. Leslie Hammer. Dr. Hammer specializes in the effects of workplace conditions, including supportive supervision at work and occupational stress, on workplace mental health and well-being. She is the Associate Director of Applied Research and Professor with the Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences at Oregon Health & Science University and the Co-Director of the Oregon Healthy Workforce Center, one of 10 centers of excellence in Total Worker Health® funded by the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health.We appreciate Dr. Hammer taking the time to share the research insights be...
2023-11-1044 minBoom Goes The StigmaMaking Things a Little Bit BetterWe are excited to share our conversation with Christi Pilutik. Christi is the founder and president of ALTA Consulting. Coming from a long line of construction professionals, she has an intimate knowledge of the unique challenges facing the construction community, including their families, and what it needs to thrive. We talked to Christi about simple and realistic steps companies can take to improve their employees' workplaces. She also shares how she works with companies where they are to make employee wellness programs tailored to different cultures. To learn more about ALTA Consulting: https://www.altaconsultllc.com/ ...
2023-10-2552 min
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2023-10-2023 minBoom Goes The StigmaPainting a New Perspective on Suicide PreventionWe are excited to share our conversation with Hunter Moen. Our long-time listeners will remember that Hunter conceived and is one of the original hosts of Boom Goes the Stigma. Hunter is now the QPR training specialist at Lines for Life. QPR (Question, Persuade, and Refer) is an evidence-based suicide prevention training program.During this episode, we reminisce on the early days of the podcast, take a deep dive into exploring QPR's strengths and identifying its areas of growth, and discuss the support Lines for Life's training department has for QPR trainers.To...
2023-10-1247 minBoom Goes The StigmaConstructing HopeWe are excited to share our conversation with Pat Daniels, the Founder and Executive Director of Constructing Hope.Constructing Hope’s mission is to rebuild the lives of people in the Portland community by encouraging self-sufficiency through skills training and education in the construction industry. Constructing Hope provides no-cost, ten-week construction training programs, placement services, and career advancement to low-income people of color, youth, and formerly incarcerated people connected to careers in the construction industry.Pat's stories about people improving their lives and the lives in our community are inspiring. Constructing Hope has a positive an...
2023-09-2746 minBoom Goes The StigmaCatching Up and Looking AheadThe Construction Suicide Prevention Partnership crew has wrapped up recording our next series of podcasts! In this teaser, you will get caught up on what we have been doing since our last season ended and what we have in the hopper moving forward. You'll also get a sneak peek at the guest list for the rest of the season! Throughout the fall, we will release new episodes of Boom Goes the Stigma every other Wednesday. We hope you’ll give us a listen! If you are in need of support or feeling distressed, you can...
2023-09-1219 minBoom Goes The StigmaOregon's Opioid Crisis: Correlation v CausationHere is our season one finale episode of Boom Goes the Stigma! We are excited to share our conversation with Dr. John W. McIlvee. Dr. Mcllvee serves as the State Opioid Treatment Authority (SOTA) for the State of Oregon and is the manager of the Healthcare Professionals Service Program (HPSP). He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, has several years of direct clinical experience in treating patients with alcohol and drug disorders, and was the former Director of Assessment and Education and Associate Director of Research at a large substance abuse treatment facility.Dr. Mcllvee talked about...
2023-03-0849 minBoom Goes The StigmaAn International Perspective: Construction Suicide Prevention in New ZealandWe are excited to share our conversation with Dr. Andy Walmsley from Building Wellness, a nonprofit in New Zealand that focuses on supporting mental well-being and reducing suicide rates in the construction industry. Dr. Andy’s Ph.D. explored help-seeking attitudes and behaviors among men within the New Zealand construction industry. He chose his Ph.D. topic to offer practical help to address the high rates of suicide within the sector. In our conversation, Andy talked about the challenges the construction workforce in New Zealand faces and how their organization operates to meet their needs...
2023-02-2243 minBoom Goes The StigmaHorizontal Thinking: The Road ForwardWe are excited to share our conversation with John Hickey, the Executive Director of the Asphalt Pavement Association of Oregon. In leading the Asphalt Pavement Association, John focuses on maintaining a culture of continuous improvement in the paving industry – which requires working on diverse issues such as pavement design and research, recruiting the next generation of workers, infrastructure funding, and, of course, safety. In our conversation, John highlighted the unique challenges facing “horizontal construction.” We discussed how new and potential policies and practices can improve the industry. We learned the excellent benefits of a job in the pav...
2023-02-0848 minBoom Goes The StigmaKeeping It SimpleWe are excited to share our conversation with Mike Ellis and Barte Hess from Apollo Mechanical Contractors apollomech.com.As safety manager for Apollo Mechanical, Mike has developed, taught, and implemented world-class safety programs, leading Apollo to receive numerous site safety awards for injury-free work environments.Barte is Apollo's Division Health and Safety Manager. He's a husband, dad, and all-around fix-it guy. In his spare time, he restores hot rod cars and plays music.We enjoyed talking and hearing stories about how their pragmatic approach to psychological safety and total worker...
2023-01-2552 minBoom Goes The StigmaCompassion, Love, and Science: Responding to the on-the-ground impact of the opioid crisis.We are excited to share our conversation with Dr. Nabarun Dasgupta. Dr. Dasgupta is a scientist at the Opioid Data Lab at the University of North Carolina with two decades of experience in overdose epidemiology and prevention. Through his unique research approach and ability to tell true stories about health with data and compassion, Dr. Dasupta has become a national leader in reconfiguring how our country addresses the opioid crisis. The New York Times and NPR recently featured Dr. Dasgupta's team's work in studying and addressing the opioid epidemic. Through his work, he aims to amplify community an...
2023-01-0447 minBoom Goes The StigmaResiliency RequiredWe are excited to share our conversation with Crystal Larson. Crystal manages Lines For Life's Community Training Program and has been instrumental in implementing QPR (Question, Persuade, and Refer), an evidence-based suicide prevention training program, within the construction industry. Crystal brings an authentic, humorous, and practical viewpoint to suicide prevention training. We talk about overcoming the eye rolls, planting seeds of hope, and creating additional mental health training modules that reflect the resiliency of the construction industry.For More Information about QPR, please visit:https://www.linesforlife.org/training/qpr/
2022-12-1447 minBoom Goes The StigmaBeing ThereIn this episode, we spoke with Steven Frost. We had an expansive conversation about connecting construction with responsive resources, building a culture of care, and creating diverse training modules. Steven is an experienced Safety, Health, and Environment Professional at the forefront of raising suicide prevention awareness across the construction industry. He works tirelessly to create, promote, and provide resources that resonate with the construction industry. He also serves as president-elect for the Columbia Willamette Chapter of the American Society of Safety Professionals.Finally, Steven is a founding member of the CSPP. He helped wr...
2022-12-0145 minBoom Goes The StigmaTapping Into New PathwaysWe are excited to share our conversation with Kristina Ewing from Andersen Construction. She discussed the evolving mindset in construction, shared alternative avenues for delivering suicide prevention on the job site, and provided insight on how to embed suicide prevention into the workplace culture.Kristina is a founding member of the CSPP and helped craft our Action Guide. She brings a unique approach to suicide prevention and mental well-being space. If you need support or feel distressed, there is hope and help. You can call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
2022-11-1644 minBoom Goes The StigmaBoom Goes The Stigma-The Next Chapter! (Trailer)The Construction Suicide Prevention Partnership crew is recording our next series of podcasts. In this teaser, you will hear what Anna and Max have in store for this upcoming season. Starting in November 2002, we will release new episodes every other Wednesday! Hope you will join us! _______If you are in need of support or feeling distressed, you can call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, to speak with a trained crisis intervention specialist.You can also reach out to the Alcohol & Drug Helpline at 800-923...
2022-10-2011 minBoom Goes The StigmaSeason Finale: Continuing the ConversationWelcome to our season finale! Max, Anna, and Hunter held a roundtable discussion reflecting on the podcast project. Our discussion included initial inspiration for the show and how we can continue to expand this work.Let us know what you thought about the show by leaving us a rating and review! Also, be sure to subscribe to this podcast; we hope to continue bringing you more content in the near future!1:33 – Overview of talking points 2:00 – Why did we do this? 5:11 – How could CSPP expand & evolve? 9:55 – What were the expectations of this podcast? 12:32 – The AmeriCorps Experience/Advantage 15:15 – Podcast Promo 16...
2022-09-2833 minBoom Goes The StigmaTexas-Sized JoyWe were joined today by Michael Hawes, the executive director for the Pacific Northwest Carpenters Institute (PNCI). We discussed his involvement with the apprenticeship program and how he has helped transform ideas into action by combating stigma to create a safer and more accepting work environment.1:23 – Summary & Themes of Episode 3:50 – Introduction & Mike’s background 6:17 – Mike’s mental health involvement timeline 17:45 – The generational & cultural shift in Construction 22:37 – Creating a safer work environment & using the growth mindset 27:40 – What are the challenges/barriers in implementing these programs? How do we overcome them? 30:10 – Life after the apprenticeship program 34:47 – Using language to break down stigma and normalize t...
2022-09-2145 minBoom Goes The StigmaEmbedding the MessageIn today’s episode, we had a conversation with Natalie Cordova, Vice President of Construction Risk Practice at Marsh and a Construction Suicide Prevention Partnership (CSPP) Outreach and Engagement Committee Member. We discussed the importance of community, normalizing mental health conversations, and the value of branding and messaging.1:23 – Summary and Themes of Episode 3:52 – Introduction and Natalie’s background 5:07 – How Natalie got involved in mental health 7:08 – Financial Management approach to mental health (CFMA) 8:30 – Humanizing the construction community 10:18 – Construction Worker Safety 14:13 – Breaking down Stigma in the construction industry 16:25 – Hard Hat Stickers 17:13 – Responding to a loss/Jobsite Impact/Preparedness 18:56 – Team relationships, establishing strong safety cultur...
2022-09-1443 minBoom Goes The StigmaFlower PowerIn today's episode, we sat down with Morgan Kellow, an HR coordinator at a large general contractor construction company in Oregon and a member of the Construction Suicide Prevention Partnership (CSPP). We discussed some of the changes in the construction industry around mental health, the importance of language, and staying true to who you are.1:24 – Summary and Themes of Episode 3:23 – Introduction 5:53 – Changes in Construction industry around mental health 8:08 – What are you doing to address mental health in your community? 13:08 – Barriers with discussing mental health in construction industry 18:06 – Toolbox Talks 21:53 – Generational Divide in Construction 25:13 – What changes are you seeing from your work? 28:38 –...
2022-09-0741 minBoom Goes The StigmaIntroducing Boom Goes The StigmaComing soon: Boom Goes The Stigma, a new podcast and joint production of the Construction Suicide Prevention Partnership (CSPP) and our Lines For Life AmeriCorps members.Boom Goes The Stigma is a tool that not only normalizes the conversation around mental health, but elevates it to the next level.In this trailer, you'll hear from our three co-hosts, Max, Anna, and Hunter, about the Boom Goes The Stigma podcast.If you are in need of support or feeling distressed, you can call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis...
2022-07-2202 min
ROGUEMAKER: A Science Fiction PodcastEpisode 1: ManifestPlutonic Flight 999 is well underway from Epsilon Eridani to Sirius Spa & Station Resort…until the alarm starts sounding.CONTENT WARNINGS: Distress, peril, turbulence, transportation accident, entrapment, isolation, claustrophobia, existential fear.This episode, “Manifest”, was written by Emma Johanna Puranen and directed by Rook Mogavero and Emma Johanna Puranen. The script was edited by Rook Mogavero and Shaoni C. White. Sound editing was by Emma Johanna Puranen. The Haro’s theme was composed by Georgia White. Our cover art is by Tatyana Archtander. Music was composed by Emily Branam using copyright cleared content...
2022-05-0446 min
#AmWritingEpisode 242 Finding All the Voices: Writing Reflective #Nonfiction with Julie Lythcott-HaimsWriting nonfiction outside the memoir space usually means finding sources and stories that are not your own. Narrative, self-help, history, economics, social sciences, nature—no matter what your topic, this form of writing requires reporting, just as many freelance assignments do. So where do you go when you’re looking for sources? Often, your own backyard—and for lots of us, that can mean we inadvertently only talk to people who share our perspective, and sometimes our privilege. Nobody knows that better than Julie Lythcott-Haims. For all her books, and most particularly for her latest, Julie has made i...
2020-12-1845 min
#AmWritingFinding All the Voices: Writing Reflective #Nonfiction with Julie Lythcott-HaimsWriting nonfiction outside the memoir space usually means finding sources and stories that are not your own. Narrative, self-help, history, economics, social sciences, nature—no matter what your topic, this form of writing requires reporting, just as many freelance assignments do. So where do you go when you’re looking for sources? Often, your own backyard—and for lots of us, that can mean we inadvertently only talk to people who share our perspective, and sometimes our privilege.
Nobody knows that better than Julie Lythcott-Haims. For all her books, and most particularly for her latest, Julie has made it a po...
2020-12-1845 min