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For GoodFrom Pro Sports to a Mental Health Crisis: Eric Kussin’s Wake-Up CallEric Kussin had what most people would call a dream life: a high-profile career in pro sports (NBA, Chicago Sky, and Phoenix Suns), a luxury car parked outside his South Beach apartment, and a rising trajectory with the Florida Panthers. But beneath the surface, Eric was silently spiraling. When a mental health crisis hit, it nearly ended everything — and forced him to completely rethink what wellness, success, and self-awareness really look like. On this episode of the For Good podcast, Joseph "JoJo" Simmons sits down with Eric for a raw conversation about how sports culture, high-pressure environments, an...
2025-07-1552 min
Life, MentoredLife, Mentored Episode 2 - Eric KussinEric Kussin is a magna cum laude grad of Cornell University and 20+ year professional sports executive, who got his start at the NBA League Office. After five years with the League, he went the team business route and rose the ranks with the expansion Chicago Sky, and then the NBA's Phoenix Suns. He then switched over to the NHL, working with the New Jersey Devils and Florida Panthers, becoming the League's youngest Chief Revenue Officer. However, a debilitating mental health crisis stopped Eric’s career and life in its tracks for over two and a half years. After many fa...
2025-04-041h 19
Keep the Line MovingPrioritizing Our Mental Health | Eric Kussin on Keep the Line Moving with Chris GarganoEric Kussin, former professional sports executive, shares his powerful mental health journey and how it led him to found #SameHere, The Global Mental Health Movement. In this episode, we dive deep into Eric's personal battle with mental health, the incredible work #SameHere is doing to raise awareness and support, and practical tips for being proactive about your own mental well-being. Learn how you can take control of your mental health and join the movement to make mental health a priority for all. Don't miss this insightful conversation on mental health advocacy and self-care.Keep up with Eric:
2025-02-2531 min
Normalize It ForwardReframing Mental Health With Eric KussinIt is often said that one in five people suffer from mental health issues. This perspective is a bit flawed, because everyone is at risk of experiencing such internal battles no matter who they are. Marc Lehman discusses how we can reframe mental health and eliminate the backward understanding of its issues with Eric Kussin of the nonprofit organization #SameHere. Together, they explain how society and treatment must focus more on addressing one’s underlying trauma and less on being reactive to the disorders arising from it. Eric also emphasizes the impact of technology and social media on mental healt...
2024-11-1944 min
Hard For LifeEp.18 - The Mental Health Machine w/ Eric KussinThis episode is a wild ride and potentially a controversial one, but that isn't the intention. Eric Kussin, founder of the Same Here Global Movement, shares his intense journey from being a 20+ year pro sports exec to a full-time customer of the pharmaceutical industry. He shares his journey of being prescribed massive amounts of experimental drug combinations and the effects it had on his mind. We explore how isolation fuels crisis, why connection is the real antidote, and what happens when you stop chasing labels and start reclaiming your life.
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2024-10-171h 31
Life in the Front Office Podcast Presented By Sports Business VenturesTWO Webinar 8: Mental Health & Wellness with Eric Kussin, Will Baggett, and Eric ShainockTitle: Mental Health & Wellness
Guests: Eric Kussin, Will Baggett, and Eric Shainock
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2024-06-1757 min
Hey Coach!A Successful Career in Sports Business, Until: Interview with Eric Kussin: S5E9Interview with Eric Kussin: S5E9After a successful career that started at the NBA League Office, and led to senior management positions with a number of professional sports teams, Eric’s mental health took a sudden and rapid decline.Due to unresolved personal life traumas he failed to appropriately address at a younger age – life experiences he was unaware were affecting his mental health – Eric developed a severe bout of PTSD, along with symptoms of anxiety and depression. This fall came essentially “out of nowhere” and left him almost permanently in bed, and with s...
2024-05-0257 min
The AAS Make An Impact PodcastE7: Eric KussinThe AAS Make An Impact Podcast welcomed the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of #SameHere Global, Eric Kussin. To learn more about #SameHere, visit www.samehereglobal.org. The AAS Make An Impact Podcast is presented by the American Association of Suicidology and every episode features a new guest discussing suicide, prevention, research, and more! To learn more about the American Association of Suicidology, visit https://suicidology.org/#AASMakeAnImpact #SuicidePrevention #suicide #mentalhealth
2024-01-0241 min
MASKulinity PodcastWe’re All a Little MASKyWe’re talking about mental health in the workplace in this pre-COVID unreleased episode. Eric Kussin, founder of #SameHere, takes us through his work bringing mental health education to schools, athletes, and businesses.How much do we really know about mental health? Eric Kussin shares his personal experience with a mental health crisis as an athlete, executive, and brother, and how stigma-filled representations out there led him to start his organization, a global movement for mental health.The hosts talk masculinity contest culture and how leadership and masculinity are not always mutually exclusive. Eric paints a picture of wh...
2023-11-3050 min
Off The Cuff with Danny LoPrioreThe Unseen Battle: Mental Health in Sports and Society with Eric KussinWe’ve all got something going on inside, a silent battle that rages that we must deal with at some point. It makes no difference what a person looks like on the surface, or the mask they wear, everyone, even the person who looks, acts, and speaks like there’s nothing, has something, if we’re ever honest with one another, that’s the one thing that brings us closer. “It’s kind of like a club that everyone in the world is a member of they just don’t know it yet.” – Eric, (4:04) My guest today is Eric...
2023-10-111h 12
Leadership Launchpad: The Legacy EditionMental Health, Urban Meyer and Professional Sports with Eric Kussin
Eric Kussin, Founder of #SameHere Global, joins Susan Hobson & Rob Kalwarowsky from Elite High Performance. We talk about mental health, Urban Meyer & the University of Florida Football Documentary and bringing the mental game to professional sports.
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2023-09-181h 01
Ones ReadyEp 250: Same Here Global Mental Health Professional Eric KussinSend us a textEric Kussin has a story that is going to sound very familiar to a lot of our listeners out there. Eric was a 4 sport athlete, successful in college, and found himself in a high stakes and high consequence world of the NBA and NHL. Everything in his life was going well... until it wasn't. When Eric realized much too late that a lifetime of trauma and avoidance had come to fruition, he was thrown into a 2 year period of darkness and despair. But, like all good hero origin stories, that was o...
2023-08-121h 20
#SameHere SchoolsExternal Influences on Our Mental Health with Eric Kussin, Kristina MacBury, Karen Dudek-Brannan, Tammy Musiowsky-Borneman, and Eric BlankenshipWhat surrounding influences impact our mental health on a daily basis? The panelists highlight these influences, how they affect us, and more. Speakers:Eric Kussin (@SameHere_Global) Eric is a 20-year pro sports executive who was fortunate enough to find a higher calling after an intense mental health battle. He launched a global alliance of athletes and celebrities, along with expert practitioners: We’re All A Little “Crazy,” and the #SameHere Global Mental Health Movement.Kristina MacBury (@MacburyKristina)Kristina is is a Nat...
2023-06-221h 09
Moral of the StorySame Here Global Founder Eric Kussin on his mental health crisis and harrowing journey out of the abyssEric had a promising career in professional sports. He had just gotten a dream job in the C suite with the Florida Panthers when, seemingly out of nowhere, he started to lose interest in his job and his social life. Things spiraled quickly and suddenly, one night at work, he found himself at his office, unable to process what was happening in front of him. This would start his harrowing journey into the darkest corners of his mind and the healthcare system.MoSpod.org
2023-06-151h 06
TLTalkRadio#SameHere Schools: How Mental Health Impacts Each and Every Person with Eric Kussin, Rachel Baribeau & Stacey GonzalesThis May, the Be Podcast Network is proud to partner with Belouga and #SameHere Global for #SameHere Schools Month, focused on increasing mental health awareness in education. We're publishing a variety of conversations all month, which you can find on Apple and Spotify. While the oft-cited statistic is that “1 in 5” people suffer from mental illness, the reality is converations about mental health are relevant and important to everyone — 5 in 5 people. In this discussion, panelists share their personal experiences along with stories others have shared, in order to expand and normalize a productive mental health conversation. Stace...
2023-05-171h 13
#SameHere Schools5 in 5: How Mental Health Impacts Each and Every Person with Eric Kussin, Rachel Baribeau & Stacey GonzalesWhile the oft-cited statistic is that “1 in 5” people suffer from mental illness, the reality is conversations about mental health are relevant and important to everyone — 5 in 5 people. In this discussion, panelists share their personal experiences along with stories others have shared, in order to expand and normalize a productive mental health conversation. About the panelists: Eric Kussin (@SameHere_Global) Eric is a 20-year pro sports executive who was fortunate enough to find a higher calling after an intense mental health battle. He launched a global alliance of athletes and celebrities, along with expe...
2023-05-081h 13
JOWMA (Jewish Orthodox Women's Medical Association) Podcast#SameHere: Revolutionizing Mental Health with Eric KussinWe’re All A Little “Crazy” is a 501c3 founded by 15-year professional sports executive, Eric Kussin, bringing together Athletes, Celebrities, and Expert Practitioners. After a successful career that started at the NBA League Office, and led to senior management positions with a number of professional sports teams, Eric’s mental health took a sudden and rapid decline.
Due to unresolved personal life traumas he failed to appropriately address at a younger age – life experiences he was unaware were affecting his mental health – Eric developed a severe bout of PTSD, along with symptoms of anxiety and depression. This fall ca...
2023-04-201h 19
52 Weeks of Hustle52 Weeks of Hustle with Eric KussinAll in 24 Minutes or less…In Season 3 Episode 32, Travis sits down with Eric Kussin, Founder & CEO of #SameHere, The Global Mental Health Movement. Eric had a very successful career in the sports industry working for teams in the NBA, NHL, and the WNBA before his mental health took a sudden decline. Tune in to hear he has vowed to spend the rest of his life focused on changing the global conversation through mental health advocacy. 3 Hot Topics:✅ Keep Overcoming Obstacles ✅ Focus on Mental Health ✅ How Everyone Can Assistwww.52weeksofhustl...
2022-12-1426 min
Speak Your MindEric Kussin: From Pro Sports Exec to Mental Health PioneerEric Kussin had a successful career in the NBA League Office, and senior management positions with teams in the NHL. Eric’s mental health took a sudden and rapid decline as he had unresolved personal life traumas he failed to appropriately address at a younger age. Eric talks about his journey with mental health, which has led to him starting a new company called 'Same Here Global'. "Mental health lives on a continuum and we are ALL impacted…we ALL have a story".
Watch the full interview on our TorchPro YouTube channel.
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2022-12-031h 29
The POZCAST: Decoding Success with Adam PosnerBEST OF: #28 Eric Kussin: His Mental Health Journey #samehereFIRST AIRED: SEPTEMBER 17TH, 2019
Today I want to switch things up a bit and talk about a very important topic, mental wellness. This is more than a hot topic, its reality and we all need to do a much better job in looking out for ourselves and each other, especially in the workplace.
I’ve known my guest today Eric Kussin, an expert in this space, for probably 25 years as we grew up in the same neighborhood in Long Island. We were never really close but always respected and admired each other. In the last few years we connected deeper pr...
2022-11-151h 03
The Sports BackdropWe’re All A Little Crazy: #SameHere Global Mental Health MovementIf you listen to anything today, listen to this important story and message from the non-profit founder of We’re All A Little Crazy: #SameHere Global Mental Health Movement, Eric Kussin.
We are all going through something. And each story is unique. This episode is taken from our Raw, Authentic, and Vulnerable podcast series. It’s too critical not to keep highlighting.
Here’s more about our podcast guest, Eric Kussin. Founder of We’re All A Little Crazy #SameHere The Global Mental Health Movement
20-year pro sports exec who was fortunate enough to find...
2022-11-0226 min
The Sports BackdropWe’re All A Little Crazy: #SameHere Global Mental Health MovementIf you listen to anything today, listen to this important story and message from the non-profit founder of We’re All A Little Crazy: #SameHere Global Mental Health Movement, Eric Kussin.
We are all going through something. And each story is unique. This episode is taken from our Raw, Authentic, and Vulnerable podcast series. It’s too critical not to keep highlighting.
Here’s more about our podcast guest, Eric Kussin. Founder of We’re All A Little Crazy #SameHere The Global Mental Health Movement
20-year pro sports exec who was fortunate enough to find...
2022-11-0226 min
Finding ContentmentThe Perils of Unchecked StressIn this episode of Finding Contentment, host Will Heckman and special guest Eric Kussin talk about Eric's journey from a severe bout of PTSD, along with symptoms of anxiety and depression. His issues came essentially “out of nowhere” and left him almost permanently in bed, and with severe cognitive impairment, for just over two and a half years. Listen as he speaks about how he found a way to climb out of his abyss, he vowed to spend the rest of his life focused on changing the global conversation through mental health advocacy.
During his battle, Eric was...
2022-08-291h 05
From The Depths of Darkness to The Light of SuccessEpisode 163 Eric Kussin Same Here GlobalSame Here Global was founded by 15-year professional sports executive, Eric Kussin, bringing together Athletes, Celebrities, and Expert Practitioners. After a successful career that started at the NBA League Office, and led to senior management positions with a number of professional sports teams, Eric’s mental health took a sudden and rapid decline.
Due to unresolved personal life traumas he failed to appropriately address at a younger age – life experiences he was unaware were affecting his mental health – Eric developed a severe bout of PTSD, along with symptoms of anxiety and depression. This fall came e...
2022-08-191h 00
Hard Beautiful Journey - A Podcast For Healing, Personal Growth and Emotional ResilienceEP69 - Essential Reasons to Reframe Your Thinking Around Mental Health Stigmas with Eric Kussin - BONUS EPISODE!Today we continue our conversation with Eric Kussin. The founder of the organization #SameHere, a global mental health movement.
Eric previously shared his personal story of battling a severe mental health crisis, his misdiagnosis, the missing piece of the puzzle, and what led him to find #SameHere. If you missed it, I highly recommend you go back and check out Episode 68 first.
In this episode, we openly discuss suicide and suicidal ideation. If you're vulnerable to this right now, please check out the resources in the show notes where you can reach out for help.
Here are three reasons why you...
2022-06-1647 minHard Beautiful Journey - A Podcast For Healing, Personal Growth and Emotional ResilienceEP68 - #SAMEHERE Global Mental Health Movement with Eric KussinToday on the show is Eric Kussin who is the founder of the organization #samehere Global Mental Health Movement.
Eric shares his personal story of fighting against a severe mental health crisis, how he was misdiagnosed for years, the missing part of the equation, and what led him to founding a global mental health movement.
A big fan of marketing, psychology, and sport, Eric combined all three and began reaching out to his contacts to discuss how they could attack the mental health epidemic strategically and differently than had ever been done before. He had to bring purpose to his ow...
2022-06-1450 min
The Sports BackdropAthMindset | Man, Just Express Yourself with James HarrisA podcast episode all about the movement for MENtal HEALth and wellness among men.
This conversation features Mental Health & Sports Performance Coach, Lisa Bonta Sumii sharing space with James Harris, the founder of Men to Heal.
James Harris attended St Paul’s College and has a BA in Psychology. After his freshman year, he joined the Army. James has eight years of service with an honorable discharge. He has two deployments: Iraq and Afghanistan.
After his military duty, he earned a MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) from South University. He is a...
2022-05-1227 min
Athlete MindsetAthMindset | Man, Just Express Yourself with James HarrisA podcast episode all about the movement for MENtal HEALth and wellness among men.This conversation features Mental Health & Sports Performance Coach, Lisa Bonta Sumii sharing space with James Harris, the founder of Men to Heal.James Harris attended St Paul’s College and has a BA in Psychology. After his freshman year, he joined the Army. James has eight years of service with an honorable discharge. He has two deployments: Iraq and Afghanistan.After his military duty, he earned a MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) from South University. He is a...
2022-05-1227 min
Mitlin Money MindsetWe're All A Little 'Crazy': Mental Health Insights from #SameHere Founder Eric Kussin, Episode #79Today's guest on the Mitlin Money Mindset™ is Eric Kussin, founder and CEO of We’re All a Little “Crazy,” The Global Mental Health Alliance, and hashtag #SameHere. Eric got his start at the NBA League Office and while experiencing great success in his career, he faced a debilitating mental health crisis that stopped his career and life in its tracks for over two and a half years. After failed treatments, he was lucky enough to learn healing practices that enabled him to dig out of his abyss, in the process he found a higher calling. Eric merged hi...
2022-05-0450 min
GAMETIME WITH SHAUNA GRIFFITHS. CONVERSATIONS WITH IMPACTFUL LEADERS.Eric Kussin on Mental HealthEric Kussin is the Founder of #SameHere Global and a Mental Health Advocate
In this episode, Eric talks about:
The idea behind #SameHere: everyone is a part of this group because everyone is affected by mental health
Individuals leading with their story, rather than their disorder
The importance of leaders, particularly in business, being willing to share their mental health stories
How people can get involved with #SameHere
The different ways you can (and should!) work to build your mental health
...And much more!
Learn more at: https://samehereglobal.org/
2022-05-0345 min
Rhyme & Reason with Dr. BarryRhyme & Reason with Dr. Barry: Eric KussinWelcome to our grand premiere of "Rhyme and Reason". Our first guest is Eric Kussin! Eric is the founder of Same Here Global, a non-profit mental health awareness alliance. Same Here Global gives a voice to mental health advocacy by enlisting athletes, musicians, actors, andcelebrities to help spread this message: that EVERYONE in the world is affected by life’s inevitable traumas and stresses. We will be discussing Eric's backstory, what drives his passion for spreading wellness, andhealthy coping mechanisms.
2022-03-161h 02
Let’s Talk Wellness ~ with Host, Mara JamesHealing Together ~ Guest, Eric KussinHealing Together ~ Guest, Eric Kussin
Let’s Talk Wellness ~ with Host, Mara James
Do mental health issues really have to separate us from each other? Mara welcomes Eric Kussin this week, and he says “absolutely not”. And he is on a mission to inspire people to come together and share their mental health challenges, to help each other heal.
Eric Kussin is an 19-year professional sports executive, who got his start at the NBA League Office. After five years with the League, he went the team business route and rose the ranks wit...
2022-02-0449 minLet’s Talk Wellness ~ with Host, Mara JamesHealing Together ~ Guest, Eric KussinHealing Together ~ Guest, Eric Kussin
Let’s Talk Wellness ~ with Host, Mara James
Do mental health issues really have to separate us from each other? Mara welcomes Eric Kussin this week, and he says “absolutely not”. And he is on a mission to inspire people to come together and share their mental health challenges, to help each other heal.
Eric Kussin is an 19-year professional sports executive, who got his start at the NBA League Office. After five years with the League, he went the team business route and rose the ranks wit...
2022-02-0449 minThe Sports BackdropSportsMatterz | Being a Hockey Enforcer with Josh GrattonWhat is it like to be a hockey enforcer in all leagues including the NHL? And what’s the impact on the athlete’s mental health?
This SportsMatterz podcast episode features former hockey player Josh Gratton talking about what it was like to be a hockey enforcer and all that it meant towards playing time, making a team, mental health, fear, and more.
This SportsMatterz episode is from the podcast conversation featuring former hockey player himself, Jake Newton, interviewing Josh Gratton. Sometimes the role of hockey enforcer becomes glorified, but listening to Josh talk openly abou...
2022-01-1307 min
We're All a Little "Crazy"Episode 26 - Season 1 - Featuring Brent SopelWe’re all a little "Crazy" is brought to you by the #SameHere Global Mental Health Movement & The Hockey Podcast Network.
Episode 26 Featuring Brent Sopel
NHL veteran Brent Sopel is speaking out about the sex assault scandal involving the Chicago Blackhawks and fiercely defending his former teammate, Kyle Beach.
Brent Bernard Sopel is a Canadian former professional ice hockey defenceman who played the majority of his career in the National Hockey League. Sopel was originally selected 144th overall at the 1995 NHL Entry Draft by the Vancouver Canucks, the organization he began his NHL career with
Hosts:
Darren Rovell: Sports business insid...
2021-11-021h 06
Adjusted RealityFinding Hope During Medical Burnout with Eric KussinWe’re all a little “crazy,” aren’t we? Join us as we talk to Eric Kussin, the founder of We’re All A Little “Crazy”, about finding hope during complete medical burnout, what to do when you’ve exhausted all options, and how to speak your truth as an advocate for your own mental health.Eric Kussin is a 15-year professional sports executive and the founder of We’re All A Little “Crazy,” a non-profit with the mission of bringing together Athletes, Celebrities, and Expert Practitioners. After a successful career that started at the NBA League Office...
2021-10-201h 01We're All a Little "Crazy"Episode 25 - Season 1 - Featuring Brian CubanWe’re all a little "Crazy" is brought to you by the #SameHere Global Mental Health Movement & The Hockey Podcast Network.
Episode 25 Featuring Brian Cuban, an American attorney, author, speaker, and activist. He is an authority on male eating disorders and drug addiction, drug rehabilitation, and alcoholism. He is a lawyer and activist in the areas of First Amendment issues and hate speech. He is also the brother of Mark Cuban and resides in Dallas, Texas.
Hosts:
Darren Rovell: Sports business insider
Theo Fleury: NHL great, mental health advocate & member of the #SameHere Alliance
Eric Kussin: 20-year professional sports executive, men...
2021-10-091h 06
Mourning MeetingMental Health and the College AthleteEric Kussin founded a nonprofit, We Are All a Little Crazy, after his own struggles with mental illness. His focus is on the mental health of college athletes because he noticed the unique challenges of mental fitness as an athlete, as well as the significant pressure on these students to perform. Eric's goal is to normalize the fact that we all have varying degrees of mental health, and illness, throughout our lives.
To contact Eric, reach out at to him at eric@sameheregolbal.org.
2021-10-0539 minWe're All a Little "Crazy"Episode 24 - Season 1We’re all a little "Crazy" is brought to you by the #SameHere Global Mental Health Movement & The Hockey Podcast Network.
Episode 24
Hosts:
Darren Rovell: Sports business insider
Theo Fleury: NHL great, mental health advocate & member of the #SameHere Alliance
Eric Kussin: 20-year professional sports executive, mental health advocate, and founder of the #SameHere global mental health movement
We’re all a little "Crazy" is available on ALL Podcast Apps! Do us a favor and download each episode before you listen, and if you are an Apple user, please rate & review the podcast as it helps us get these important conve...
2021-10-041h 08We're All a Little "Crazy"Episode 23 - Season 1 - Note on Evander KaneWe’re all a little "Crazy" is brought to you by the #SameHere Global Mental Health Movement & The Hockey Podcast Network.
Hosts:
Darren Rovell: Sports business insider
Theo Fleury: NHL great, mental health advocate & member of the #SameHere Alliance
Eric Kussin: 20-year professional sports executive, mental health advocate, and founder of the #SameHere global mental health movement
We’re all a little "Crazy" is available on ALL Podcast Apps! Do us a favor and download each episode before you listen, and if you are an Apple user, please rate & review the podcast as it helps us get these important conversations out t...
2021-09-2802 minWe're All a Little "Crazy"Episode 22 - Season 1 - Featuring Jocko Sims, American Film and Television ActorWe’re all a little "Crazy" is brought to you by the #SameHere Global Mental Health Movement & The Hockey Podcast Network.
Episode 22
Featuring Jocko Sims, American Film and Television Actor
Hosts:
Darren Rovell: Sports business insider
Theo Fleury: NHL great, mental health advocate & member of the #SameHere Alliance
Eric Kussin: 20-year professional sports executive, mental health advocate, and founder of the #SameHere global mental health movement
We’re all a little "Crazy" is available on ALL Podcast Apps! Do us a favor and download each episode before you listen, and if you are an Apple user, please rate & review the podca...
2021-09-1756 minWe're All a Little "Crazy"Episode 21 - Season 1 - Featuring Jack Riggins, Retired Commander in the US Navy SEALs & Shaun Arntsen, Retired Corporal Canadian Military 3PPCLIWe’re all a little "Crazy" is brought to you by the #SameHere Global Mental Health Movement & The Hockey Podcast Network.
Episode 21
Featuring Jack Riggins, Retired Commander in the US Navy SEALs & Shaun Arntsen, Retired Corporal Canadian Military 3PPCLI
Hosts:
Darren Rovell: Sports business insider
Theo Fleury: NHL great, mental health advocate & member of the #SameHere Alliance
Eric Kussin: 20-year professional sports executive, mental health advocate, and founder of the #SameHere global mental health movement
We’re all a little "Crazy" is available on ALL Podcast Apps! Do us a favor and download each episode before you listen, and if you a...
2021-09-061h 23We're All a Little "Crazy"Episode 20 - Season 1 - Featuring Kevin Stevens (American Former Hockey Player and Current Scout in the National Hockey League)We’re all a little "Crazy" is brought to you by the #SameHere Global Mental Health Movement & The Hockey Podcast Network.
Episode 20
Featuring Kevin Stevens
Kevin Stevens is an American former ice hockey player and current scout in the National Hockey League. He played left wing on a line with Mario Lemieux during the Pittsburgh Penguins' Stanley Cup championships in 1991 and 1992.
Boston Native, Kevin Stevens Joins the Podcast to pay respects and talk about the late Jimmy Hayes.
Hosts:
Darren Rovell: Sports business insider
Theo Fleury: NHL great, mental health advocate & member of the #SameHere Alliance
Eric Kussin: 20-year professional spor...
2021-08-281h 06We're All a Little "Crazy"Episode 19 - Season 1 - Featuring Tyler Hamilton & Dr. Rick Rosa (American Former Professional Road Bicycle Racer; Sports Chiropractor &Recovery Specialist)We’re all a little "Crazy" is brought to you by the #SameHere Global Mental Health Movement & The Hockey Podcast Network.
Episode 19
Featuring Tyler Hamilton & Dr. Rick Rosa
Tyler Hamilton is an American former professional road bicycle racer. He is the only American rider to win one of the five Monuments of cycling, taking Liège–Bastogne–Liège in 2003. Hamilton became a professional cyclist in 1995 with the US Postal Service cycling team.
A member of the American Chiropractic Association Sports Council, Dr. Rick Rosa received his Doctorate from New York Chiropractic College in 1996 and was hired as a teacher at the co...
2021-08-2259 min
Make Your MarkEP65: Theo Fleury and Eric Kussin - Your Mental Health Post COVID“The biggest epidemic of 2021 isn’t Covid. It is mental health, trauma and addiction”- Theo Fleury I’ve had plenty of Make Your Mark podcast guests and Clubroom events that have focused on victory of bad over good, overcoming hurdles, challenges and struggles. Plenty of laughs too. But having both Theo Fleury and Eric Kussin in the Clubroom to talk about mental health issues as we continue our march through Covid was worth every second of this event. Each suffered through significant trauma, and as you listen to this podcast you will not only hear thei...
2021-08-211h 20We're All a Little "Crazy"Episode 18 - Season 1 - Featuring Brent Sopel (Retired NHL Player & Stanley Cup Champion, Founder of the Brent Sopel Foundation, and Mental Health Advocate)We’re all a little "Crazy" is brought to you by the #SameHere Global Mental Health Movement & The Hockey Podcast Network.
Episode 18 :
Featuring Brent Sopel
Brent Sopel is a retired National Hockey League (NHL) player, who won a Stanley Cup with the Chicago Blackhawks in 2021. After his daughter was diagnosed with dyslexia, Sopel was also diagnosed with the learning disability after the symptoms sounded similar to his struggles. This inspired him to create the Brent Sopel Foundation to help promote and raise funds for youth with dyslexia. Sopel is also a mental health advocate. Lately, he is speaking out and enc...
2021-08-131h 07We're All a Little "Crazy"Episode 17 - Season 1 - Featuring Dr. Will Van Der Veer (Integrative Psychiatry, Practitioner, Researcher, and Educator)We’re all a little "Crazy" is brought to you by the #SameHere Global Mental Health Movement & The Hockey Podcast Network.
Episode 17 :
Featuring Dr. Will Van Der Veer: Integrative Psychiatry, Practitioner, Researcher, and Educator.
Co-Founder of Integrative Psychiatry Institute which teaches psychiatric prescribers how to get out of the game of just suppressing symptoms with medications and helps them get in the game of diagnosing and treating root causes of suffering using an innovative diagnostic system and a wide range of non-pharmaceutical tools.
Hosts:
Darren Rovell: Sports business insider
Theo Fleury: NHL great, mental health advocate & member of the #SameHere Alli...
2021-08-071h 17We're All a Little "Crazy"Episode 16 - Season 1 - Featuring Samantha Arsenault-Livingstone (American Olympic Gold Medalist in Swimming)We’re all a little "Crazy" is brought to you by the #SameHere Global Mental Health Movement & The Hockey Podcast Network.
Episode 16 :
Featuring Samantha Arsenault-Livingstone: American Olympic Gold Medalist in Swimming
Hosts:
Darren Rovell: Sports business insider
Theo Fleury: NHL great, mental health advocate & member of the #SameHere Alliance
Eric Kussin: 20-year professional sports executive, mental health advocate, and founder of the #SameHere global mental health movement
We’re all a little "Crazy" is available on ALL Podcast Apps! Do us a favor and download each episode before you listen, and if you are an Apple user, please rate & review the p...
2021-08-021h 09
The Wellness DoctorsEpisode 42: Talking about Mental Health with Eric KussinToday we took a deep dive (hence slightly longer) discussion with Eric Kussin, the founder of #SameHere Global Mental Health Movement. Eric talked about how he went from being a seemingly regular guy to being pumped with 50 different combinations of psychotropic medications and lying on his bed wasted. After two and a half years he saw an integrative psychiatrist and thus started his own journey to mental health recovery.- How do we stop the stigma of mental health by storytelling to normalise mental health- What're the pros and cons of "celebrity sharing"
2021-07-251h 17
Surviving the SuckWe're All A Little "Crazy" w/ Eric KussinEric Kussin is the founder of We're All A Little "Crazy", a 501c3 non-profit. As a 15-year professional sports executive, Eric uses his experience to bring together athletes, celebrities, and expert practitioners to be part of societal change. After a successful career that started at the NBA League Office (and led to senior management positions with a number of professional sports teams) Eric’s mental health took a sudden and rapid decline. Due to unresolved personal life traumas, Eric developed a severe bout of PTSD, along with symptoms of anxiety and depression. This fall came es...
2021-07-171h 06228: Mental Health with We’re All A Little “Crazy” Founder, Eric KussinComing on the heels of Mental Health Awareness Month and Naomi Osaka's withdrawal from the French Open, The CUSP Show is joined by Eric Kussin, the Founder of We’re All A Little “Crazy”, to discuss mental health in sports. Eric is a 15-year professional sports executive who brings together Athletes, Celebrities, and Expert Practitioners. After a successful career that started at the NBA League Office and led to senior management positions with a number of professional sports teams including the New Jersey Devils, Eric’s mental health took a sudden and rapid decline. Listen to today's thoughtful conversation to find out how E...
2021-06-1048 min
The CUSP Show228: Mental Health with We’re All A Little “Crazy” Founder, Eric KussinComing on the heels of Mental Health Awareness Month and Naomi Osaka's withdrawal from the French Open, The CUSP Show is joined by Eric Kussin, the Founder of We’re All A Little “Crazy”, to discuss mental health in sports. Eric is a 15-year professional sports executive who brings together Athletes, Celebrities, and Expert Practitioners. After a successful career that started at the NBA League Office and led to senior management positions with a number of professional sports teams including the New Jersey Devils, Eric’s mental health took a sudden and rapid decline. Listen to today's thoughtful conversation to find out how E...
2021-06-1047 min
Life in the Front Office Podcast Presented By Sports Business VenturesEric Kussin, #SameHere Global, Mental Health in SportsEric Kussin with the #SameHere Global movement talks Mental Health in Sports! An absolute can’t miss episode! Use the code "LIFO15" at https://breinfuel.com/ for your 15% discount!
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2021-06-0953 min
The Higher Practice Podcast for Optimal Mental Health#Same Here Founder's Personal Story Behind The Global Mental Health Movement - Eric KussinMental illness stigmatization remains one of the biggest issues in the battle against the global mental health crisis. It’s very taboo to openly and publicly discuss our mental health, and the struggles that we all face from time to time. #Same Here founder Eric Kussin is on a mission to change that by bringing together personalities from the MLB, NHL, NFL, NBA/WNBA, MLS, Pro Boxing, Pro Volleyball, international sportsmen and women, announcers, actors, performers and musicians who are willing to tell their stories about mental health struggles. In today’s episode, #Same Here founder, Eric Kuss...
2021-05-1246 min
Sports Philanthropy PodcastS4:EP32--Eric Kussin, We're All A Little CrazyJoin us for S4:EP32 of the #SportsPhilanthropy #Podcast as Eric Kussin, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of We're All A Little "Crazy" sits down with our host Roy Kessel.
2021-04-291h 09
Dismantling the High Performance NarrativeWhy We Need to Feel Like We Belong with Eric KussinOn this week's episode, Eric Kussin joins Rob Kalwarowsky & Lauren Williams to talk about acceptance, belonging and how we all struggle in life.
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2021-04-2650 min
Bardown BreakdownBardown Breakdown – Episode 112 - Featuring Theo Fleury and Eric Kussin from We're All a Little "Crazy" Podcast ++ Special guest co-host Justin Robertson from Outatime!Theo and Eric join the boys to chat about their new podcast We’re All a Little "Crazy", how the #SameHere movement started, and share some behind the scenes hockey stories! Plus Justin Robertson from Outatime! fills in for Tom on the intro/outro to catch up and he blesses us with their new cover of "You Belong With Me" which will be out on Friday! Pre-save it here: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/outatime3/you-belong-with-me NEW EPISODE EVERY TUESDAY! SUBSCRIBE SO YOU NEVER MISS A GREAT INTERVIEW!FOLLOW:...
2021-04-202h 21
THE SOCIAL WORK RANTS PODCASTMental health advocates Eric Kussin and Stanley Cup champion Theo Fleury.Eric Kussin founder of The same here global Mental health movement shares his story of trauma and how he overcame it. The movement has pro athletes from around the world sharing their Mental health stories. He discussed how Stanley Cup champion and Gold medalist Theo Fleury became involved in the movement. Theo also bravely shares his past trauma and how he coped with it.
2021-04-161h 18
Nassaumen Hockey PodcastBonus Episode: Same Here Global Movement featuring Eric Kussin (We're All A Little Crazy Podcast with Eric, Theo Fleury & Darren Rovell)In this week's bonus episode, James and Jon welcome the founder of the #SameHere Global Movement and the co-host of The Hockey Podcast Network's "We're All a Little Crazy" podcast, Eric Kussin.
2021-04-151h 04
Blues Hockey PodcastInterview with We're All a Little Crazy podcast hosts Eric Kussin & Theo Fleury (Episode 190)This week we have a very special edition of the podcast. We had the privilege of getting to talk to Erik Kussin & NHL great Theo Fleury who are the hosts of We're all a Little Crazy podcast. Their podcast is a partnership with the #SAMEHERE Global mental heath movement. The organization works to normalize society's perception of mental health & make it part of our everyday conversation. We got to speak to both of them about a variety of topics ranging from Theo's time in the NHL playing against the St. Louis Blues, Eric's love for the New York Islanders...
2021-04-141h 26
Unit3dSame Here: Eric KussinEric Kussin was the top of his game as a 20-year pro sports executive in team and league sales until a few years ago when he experienced a debilitating mental health crisis that turned his life upside down. Now he works to help people realize that they are not alone when they experience mental health struggles through his organization, We’re All A Little “Crazy” which works to change how we as a society think about mental health. In this episode of Unit3d, Eric shares his story and mission, explaining a variety of ways in which his organization is chang...
2021-04-1355 min
Canadiens ConnectionFull Interview: Theo Fleury & Eric Kussin | Canadiens Connection BONUSBonus EditionSpecial Show: Theo Fleury & Eric Kussin (full interview)In this special bonus edition of the Canadiens Connection podcast, Rick Stephens and Amy Johnson welcomed former NHL great Theo Fleury and sports executive Eric Kussin for a wide-ranging conversation on sports, trauma and mental health. The 100-minute discussion is honest, compelling and very powerful.Kussin is the founder of the #SameHere Global Mental Health Movement and along with Fleury, a mental health advocate and Darren Rovell, sports business insider, the trio will be launching a new podcast titled We're All A Little 'Crazy' on The...
2021-04-121h 40Canadiens ConnectionRookies and Legends | Canadiens Connection ep 131This Week’s ShowSegment 1: Week in Review, Habs News, League NewsRick and Joe briefly recap the week of game action for the Montreal Canadiens. Check out the comprehensive post-game reviews for every game at AllHabs.net.Brendan Gallagher chosen as first star of the week by Joseph Whalen.Roster news - Joel Armia remains on the NHL's COVID protocol list but is out of quarantine. Ben Chiarot is skating on his own recovering from a fractured hand. Brendan Gallagher suffered a fractured thumb and will be out a minimum of six weeks. Gallagher has bee...
2021-04-101h 55
Operation Tango Romeo, the Trauma Recovery PodcastEp. #97 NHL, NBA executive, and founder of "We're All a Little Crazy" podcast, Eric Kussinhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-kussin-5010a37/
https://samehereglobal.org/
Eric shares his incredible story of struggle and recovery
2021-04-071h 20
In the Dome: Calgary Flames Fan PodcastIn the Dome: Theo Fleury & Eric Kussin - EP34 - S2Today we had the chance to chat with Flames great Theo Fleury and the founder of the Same Here Global Mental Health Movement, Eric Kussin. Eric and Theo, alongside sports business analyst Darren Rovell are launching their new podcast 'We're All a Little Crazy' later this month. We got into some deep Flames talk (past and present), battling demons & mental health.Enjoy! GO FLAMES GOWe're All a Little Crazy PodcastSame Here Global Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...
2021-04-061h 24
Skates & PlatesEpisode 32 - S1, March 30 feat. Darren Rovell, Eric Kussin and Sean AssorBrandon Rewucki breaks down the Jets 3 game series against the Flames including their win Monday night with Sean Assor and the two also look ahead to games against Toronto and the trade deadline.Then Eric Kussin and Darren Rovell stop by to talk about their new podcast "We're All A Little Crazy."
2021-03-3051 min
WorkHappy™ PodcastEric Kussin | WorkHappy Podcast # 9 | "If you haven’t been affected my mental illness, you aren’t human."Eric Kussin is a 20 year pro sports exec (currently team and league sales, marketing and mental health consultant) who was fortunate enough to find a higher calling after an intense mental health battle. Eric launched a global alliance of athletes and celebrities, along with expert practitioners: We’re All A Little “Crazy” and #SameHere.
The Global Mental Health Movement. Our members believe that life challenges affect all of us, no matter our backgrounds or careers, and that our mental health exists on a spectrum that we all fluctuate on, as opposed to: “the 1 in 5 sick vs the 4 in 5 heal...
2021-03-1544 min
Zestful AgingEric Kussin -- Radically Changing the Way We Look at Mental HealthAfter a successful career that started at the NBA League Office, and led to senior management positions with a number of professional sports teams, Eric’s mental health took a sudden and rapid decline. This decline left him almost permanently in bed, and with severe cognitive impairment, for just over two and a half years. Once he found a way to climb out of his abyss, he vowed to spend the rest of his life focused on changing the global conversation through mental health advocacy. Find out more about his inspiring work at SameHereGlobal.org. Check out https://copenotes.com/ze...
2021-03-1356 min
Chicago Wolves: Life Under The PandemicProject ThriveThe Chicago Wolves and the Same Here Global Mental Health Movement have teamed up to create “Project Thrive,” a multi-faceted plan to change the conversation about mental health in Chicago and provide opportunities for people all over North America to learn from national experts in integrative health. The Wolves will host Zoom Sessions two Thursday nights per month to share information on Sleep, Connecting with Nature, Stress, Diet, Self-Awareness and other subjects that affect everyone’s mental health and well-being. #SameHere Global founder Eric Kussin hosts the first Zoom at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 4, so Wolves podcast co-hos...
2021-01-2929 min
GAMEPLANU Today - Mindset Monday w/ Denise ZackMindset Monday Podcast with Denise Zack and Guest Eric KussinEric speaks about his career and how his life was altered when he suffered from a debilitating mental illness. His story his amazing, his struggle is real and now he's taking what he's learned and changing the way the world thinks about and discusses mental health issues. Thank you Eric for your time, your honesty and your willingness to share how you worked through such a challenging situation to create a successful, and more importantly, meaningful career!
2021-01-131h 02
The We Not I PodcastEp. 1: Eric Kussin of #SameHere The Global Health MovementWelcome to the We Not I Podcast! I'm so happy to introduce our first episode with Eric Kussin. Eric created the Same Here Global Health Movement with the mission to normalize society’s perception of mental health and make it part of our everyday conversation. #samehere~We Chat About~-How this conversation "isn’t for 1 in 5 of us with mental illness, it’s for 5 in 5 whose mental health has been impacted"-Building an athlete alliance to take back control of the mental health narrative from the media-Labels & Diagnosis versus using stories and deep...
2021-01-1355 min
Trending DiaryWe're All A Little "Crazy" : On Mental HealthIn the new episode of Trending Diary, listen to the Eric Kussin Founder of We're All A Little "Crazy" Who now is determined to spread his message: that EVERYONE in the world is affected by life’s inevitable traumas and stresses. We can’t escape them, as they are part of the human experience and they impact us on many levels. Mental health exists, with some simply experiencing more severe declines than others over varying periods of time in their lives. Because of the experience, eric believes one should all be open and accepting of those who need help, beca...
2020-12-1749 min
The Faster Than Normal Podcast: ADD | ADHD | HealthMental Health for Creative Professionals w/ Recording Artist-Songwriter-Publisher Jenna AndrewsAs an artist (Island Def Jam) and a songwriter (Sony/ATV) herself, Andrews is sensitive to the challenges that both up and coming and seasoned singers and writers face in music today, and she carries that knowledge with her in her work as a consultant for industry veteran Barry Weiss’ RECORDS label, as well as in her joint venture with Weiss, publishing company Twentyseven Music at Sony/ATV. The Calgary native has collaborated with some of the most renowned names in the market today, including heavy hitters such as Drake, Jennifer Lopez, Little Mix, Tori Kelly, Jessie J and Be...
2020-11-1824 min
Redeeming Disorder#25: The Many Modalities of Healing — Eric Kussin“I’m not against medication; I’m against medication being positioned as a commercial where there’s a dark cloud over you, you take a pill, and then the sunlight comes out and it’s this miracle pill. Because of those commercials, I spent two and a half years lying in a bed. I wasted two and a half years of my life in hell, chasing a new pill.” — Eric KussinHe tried over fifty different combinations of medications. He tried electric shock therapy / ECT, which I didn’t even realize still occurred in hospitals in 2018 (when we did this...
2020-11-062h 08
The ComebackEric KussinIn Episode 3, Alan and Andrew sit down with “We’re All A Little “Crazy” founder, Eric Kussin. Eric talks about the importance of mental health and best practices when dealing with emotional ups and downs, especially during the current times.
2020-09-1700 min
Chekpoint#8 Eric Kussin - Founder of We're All A Little "Crazy" | #SameHere Mental Health MovementEric is the CEO and founder We’re All A Little “Crazy” & The #SameHere movement!
THIS IS A MUST LISTEN!!!
I URGE everybody to tune in as we discuss all aspects of #MentalHealth & share personal stories that shape us to be the people we are today!
We talk:
- Mental Health vs Mental Illness
- Why Eric started his nonprofit & the #SameHere movement
- How to change the 1:5 mentality
- What is STARR & Why you need to learn about it
- Scott’s personal story wi...
2020-09-161h 04
The Sports Courier - TSC NewsWhy Mental Health Matters In Sports and Life With Eric Kussin (2020) - TSC PodcastFred Richani interviews former sports exec and mental health advocate Eric Kussin about his incredible journey and positive impact with the help of athletes and celebs. Check out his foundation: https://samehereglobal.org/
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About The Sports Courier Episode 65: TSC News editor Fred Richani interviews former sports executive Eric Kussin, founder of We're A Little Crazy, bringing together Athletes, Celebrities, and Expert Practitioners to raise awareness and help people in all things mental health. Kussin discusses his 15 year career as a sports executive, tumultuous downward spiral, what/who...
2020-09-1643 min
Sparking WholenessEpisode 44: Normalizing Mental Health Care with #SameHere Founder Eric Kussin and Dr. Andrew PleenerWhat do you do when your mental health is suffering and nothing you try helps? Are there options beyond the traditional treatment plans? Where can you find support? #SameHere is an organization founded by Eric Kussin after he experienced 2 and a half years of suffering from a mental health crisis that briefly interrupted his career as a sports executive. In this episode, you’ll learn Eric’s story in detail, and you’ll also hear from psychiatrist Dr. Andrew Pleener, who is the leader of the Same Here psych alliance and advocates for multiple healing modalities when it comes to psychi...
2020-08-1252 min
Sparking WholenessEpisode 44: Normalizing Mental Health Care with #SameHere Founder Eric Kussin and Dr. Andrew PleenerWhat do you do when your mental health is suffering and nothing you try helps? Are there options beyond the traditional treatment plans? Where can you find support?
#SameHere is an organization founded by Eric Kussin after he experienced 2 and a half years of suffering from a mental health crisis that briefly interrupted his career as a sports executive.
In this episode, you’ll learn Eric’s story in detail, and you’ll also hear from psychiatrist Dr. Andrew Pleener, who is the leader of the Same Here psych alliance and advocates for multiple healing modalities when it comes to psychi...
2020-08-1252 min
The Line-UpSame Here Global Founder Eric Kussin on Trauma and DepressionGuest, Eric Kusin goes into detail on his life experiences growing up resulting in PTSD and depression. He takes a deep dive into his recovery, along with his career change from chief revenue officer with the Florida Panthers to being a catalyst for mental health change.
2020-07-1255 min
REAL FCKN TALKWe're all FCKN Crazy with Eric KussinEpisode 2 with Eric Kussin
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https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
***DISCLAIMER: The purpose of this podcast is to start normalizing discussions of mental health. Although there can be advice given and ideas shared between interviewer and interviewees, please consult your own therapist in regards to your personal struggles. The information shared on this platform is strictly to open the door to these types of conversations, NOT to give any one person direct advice/guidance. Opinions stated are personal and not necessarily factual at all times.***
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2020-06-091h 08
Raw, Authentic & VulnerableRAV | Changing the Narrative Around Mental Health with Eric KussinPutting yourself out there to heal and help others heal. In this episode of the RAV Podcast Series, Jake chats with Eric Kussin, founder of We’re All A Little “Crazy”, a non-profit bringing together Athletes, Celebrities, and Expert Practitioners.
From a promising career as a sports executive, working in the NBA, WNBA, and NHL, to a two-and-a-half-year battle with severe PTSD from his childhood trauma. Eric’s path led him to the psych ward where even his psychiatrists were amazed at the amount of drugs he had tried leading to shock therapy for 22 consecutive days.
Today...
2020-06-041h 14Raw, Authentic & VulnerableChanging the Narrative Around Mental Health with Eric KussinPutting yourself out there to heal and help others heal. In this episode of the RAV Podcast Series, Jake chats with Eric Kussin, founder of We’re All A Little “Crazy”, a non-profit bringing together Athletes, Celebrities, and Expert Practitioners.From a promising career as a sports executive, working in the NBA, WNBA, and NHL, to a two-and-a-half-year battle with severe PTSD from his childhood trauma. Eric’s path led him to the psych ward where even his psychiatrists were amazed at the amount of drugs he had tried leading to shock therapy for 22 consecutive days.Today...
2020-06-041h 14The Sports BackdropRAV | Changing the Narrative Around Mental Health with Eric KussinPutting yourself out there to heal and help others heal. In this episode of the RAV Podcast Series, Jake chats with Eric Kussin, founder of We’re All A Little “Crazy”, a non-profit bringing together Athletes, Celebrities, and Expert Practitioners.
From a promising career as a sports executive, working in the NBA, WNBA, and NHL, to a two-and-a-half-year battle with severe PTSD from his childhood trauma. Eric’s path led him to the psych ward where even his psychiatrists were amazed at the amount of drugs he had tried leading to shock therapy for 22 consecutive days.
Today...
2020-06-041h 14
Dancing with BipolarWe're all a little bit the same with ERIC KUSSINEric and I discuss the many facets of the mental health institution including psychotropics, ECT, EMDR. We touch on suicidal ideation, agorophobia, stigma and how trauma can be a catalyst for positive change. There's also a bit of hockey talk. We're all a little crazy.org. #samehere samehereglobal.org @samehere_global
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2020-03-101h 19
On The Board SportsWe're All A Little Crazy w/Eric KussinShawn Thomas and Will Chiarucci talk to Eric Kussin of "We're All A Little Crazy" (IG and Twitter: @samehere_global). The trio talks about how Eric started up We're All A Little Crazy, how mental health awareness is sweeping the nation, Antonio Brown and much more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
2020-03-0948 min
What's The Difference?A Different Perspective on Mental Health Awareness and Education, with Eric KussinEric Kussin is an 18-year pro sports executive who has worked at the NBA league office, the Chicago Sky & Bulls, Phoenix Suns, New Jersey Devils, & Florida Panthers. Eric was fortunate enough to find a higher calling after an intense mental health battle. A little over a year ago, he formed a global alliance of athletes and celebrities, along with expert practitioners: The Global Mental Health Alliance. Its members know that life affects all of us, no matter our background or status, and that mental health exists on a continuum, as opposed to sufferers vs. non-sufferers. Together, they...
2019-11-2757 min
NEWHD NYCThrowback Episode 7 - Eric Kussin (We're All A Little Crazy)Here is a throwback interview I did with the awesome Eric Kussin, founder of We're All A Little Crazy and Global Mental Health Alliance, with an alliance of athletes and celebrities, along with expert practitioners. In part 1-Eric takes us on a wild ride, from his 'normal' life, into the abyss of his mental illness that lasted for 2 1/2 years. A breathtaking account, and an informative realization of how we are all affected by mental health challenges. Enjoy.
2019-10-271h 25
The POZCAST: Decoding Success with Adam PosnerEric Kussin: His Mental Health Journey #samehereEric shares his personal and professional journey battling mental illness. It is now his life's mission to help others and utilize his network to build a community of awareness and care. NEW #thepozcast ALERT E28: Eric Kussin #samehere If there was ever one episode that you should listen to and share, please make it this one. #mentalhealth is not just a buzz word and by no means clickbait. Eric's story is one that many of us can relate to. Many of us do not know that we are victims of trauma and can not see the...
2019-09-171h 03
HR Works: The Podcast for Human ResourcesHR Works 92: Mental Health Is a Hidden, Stigmatized, and Serious ProblemIn this episode of HR Works, we discuss the very serious issue of mental health in the workplace. Mental health discussions have a tendency to focus on mental illness. While mental illness is certainly a critical concern of mental health, everyone is susceptible to poor mental wellness and HR managers need to address the concerns of every one of their employees. Our guest had a first-hand experience with the world of mental health that profoundly impacted him and set him on a path towards helping others.
We are very lucky to have Eric Kussin, the founder of We Are All...
2019-08-1343 minThe Faster Than Normal Podcast: ADD | ADHD | HealthClimbing Out of PTSD & Into the ADHD Conversation w/h Sports Exec Eric KussinDue to unresolved personal life traumas he failed to appropriately address at a younger age – life experiences he was unaware were affecting his mental health – Eric developed a severe bout of PTSD, along with symptoms of anxiety and depression. This fall came essentially “out of nowhere” and left him almost permanently in bed, and with severe cognitive impairment, for just over two and a half years. Once he found a way to climb out of his abyss, he vowed to spend the rest of his life focused on changing the global conversation through mental health advocacy. We talk about his journ...
2019-01-1623 minMake Your MarkEP18: Eric Kussin - We’re ALL a Little Crazy, Aren’t We?“There is no such thing as normal. We all go through sh*t, and we all face different challenges, so We’re all a little bit crazy!” There’s nothing that stops us in our tracks than a sudden illness or injury, but sometimes going through a steady decline without knowing it can be even worse. In today’s episode with Eric Kussin, we cover the very serious and increasingly relevant topic of mental health, and how the stigma attached needs to be lifted and tossed aside. Eric is doing wonders in this space, and I’m thrille...
2018-11-0745 min
Beyond the Big Red TruckEpisode 14 - Eric Kussin "We're all a little Crazy"Welcome to Episode 14 from Beyond the Big Red Truck Podcast! today I had an amzing conversation with Eric Kussin, founder of, We're all a little "Crazy" - Movement To Break Mental Health Stigma.
We’re All A Little “Crazy” is a 501c3 founded by 15-year professional sports executive, Eric Kussin, bringing together Athletes, Celebrities, and Expert Practitioners. After a successful career that started at the NBA League Office, and led to senior management positions with a number of professional sports teams, Eric’s mental health took a sudden and rapid decline.
Due to unresolved personal life traumas...
2018-08-1500 min
The Secrets to Winning with Dr. Bhrett McCabeEric Kussin: We're All A Little Crazy, The #SameHere Mental Health MovementFrom a lifelong career in sports to running a non-profit foundation called "We're All A Little Crazy." Eric Kussin has a fascinating story to tell. What drove him to start this foundation? You'll get the answer to that in this great conversation with Dr. Bhrett McCabe on "Exploring The MindSide". To find out more about the foundation please visit www.weareallalittlecrazy.org For more information on The MindSide: Sports and Performance Psychology please visit: www.themindside.com
2018-08-1048 min
The Yola Nash Show11-18-17; Supermodel Petra Nemcova & Eric KussinYola Nash interviews Supermodel & awarded Philanthropist Petra Nemcova & Eric Kussin (NJ Devils, FL Panthers)
2017-11-2128 minThe Yola Nash Show11-11-17; Author Joyce Smith & Sports Stars Eric Kussin & Eric KellyYola Nash interviews Author Joyce Smith & Sports Stars Eric Kussin (NJ Devils, FL Panthers) & Eric Kelly (National Boxing Champion, USA Olympic and Golden Gloves Boxer).
2017-11-1328 min
The Tao of Sports Podcast – The DefinitiEp. 804 - Eric Kussin (Former SportsBiz CRO)To put it mildly, Eric Kussin's return to the podcast has been exactly 4 years apart (Ep. 218) with a lot of issues in-between. In 2015, Kussin suffered a hard drive crash of his brain as chief revenue officer of the Florida Panthers. Now on the road to recovery, Kussin shares his comeback story about mental health, and some of the things that sports sales professionals can do to improve theirs daily.
2017-08-1749 min