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Boom 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 min
DCOMmentariesZAPPEDAl & Val Zapped you all to listen to this one! You must obey! (Lol jk)Zapped (June 27, 2014)IMDB WikipediaDirected by Peter DeLuise (Stargate: SG1, RL Stine’s Haunting Hour, Parked, Garage Sale Mystery, Hallmark movies, When Calls the Heart)Written by Leslie Margolis (only credit), Billy Eddy & Matt Eddy (Bad Hair Day, Teen Beach 2, Monster High 1 & 2, Eureka)Starring: Zendaya as Zoey Stevens (Frenemies, Shake it Up, Spider Man, KC Undercover, The Greatest Showman, Dune, Euphoria, Challengers, music videos)Chanelle Har...2025-03-0452 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 min
The Watt From Pedro Show2025-01-26 The Watt from Pedro Show]hour one:
"impressions" (live excerpt from sudwestfunk tv studio baden-baden, west germany nov. 24, 1961) john coltrane w/eric dolphy
"credits from winner winner soundtrack" max mabry
"gumiho" max mabry
"I couldn't see the light" guided by voices
"wwdbd" will hamilton
"the things I used to be" empty eyes
"aniara" (act I canto Ia) relay station + david dellacroce + hatsune miku & friends +oona pearsons symfauxnic partchchestra
"orange sherbet" bomis prendin
"vorp" vorp
"babel-17" mendoza / hoff / revels
"cave music from the little bird video game soundtrack" max mabry
hour two:
"a walk down jazz step lane" max mabry
"song for lee" matt nelson
"know"...2025-01-263h 00Boom 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
Slate Daily FeedDecoder Ring: Reconsidering One of the “Worst” TV Shows of All TimeIn 1980, a variety show debuted on NBC called Pink Lady and Jeff. Its stars were a pair of Japanese pop idols known for catchy, choreographed dance numbers. Pink Lady was inescapable in Japan: selling millions of records, appearing on TV daily, and filling arenas. But their American TV show left audiences completely bewildered. Pink Lady and Jeff acquired legendary status as one of television’s most notorious bombs, a show that managed to kill off the entire variety show genre. Or at least—that’s how it’s been seen in America. But for the two women of Pink Lady, th...2024-11-201h 04
Slate CultureDecoder Ring: Reconsidering One of the “Worst” TV Shows of All TimeIn 1980, a variety show debuted on NBC called Pink Lady and Jeff. Its stars were a pair of Japanese pop idols known for catchy, choreographed dance numbers. Pink Lady was inescapable in Japan: selling millions of records, appearing on TV daily, and filling arenas. But their American TV show left audiences completely bewildered. Pink Lady and Jeff acquired legendary status as one of television’s most notorious bombs, a show that managed to kill off the entire variety show genre. Or at least—that’s how it’s been seen in America. But for the two women of Pink Lady, th...2024-11-201h 04
Decoder RingReconsidering One of the “Worst” TV Shows of All TimeIn 1980, a variety show debuted on NBC called Pink Lady and Jeff. Its stars were a pair of Japanese pop idols known for catchy, choreographed dance numbers. Pink Lady was inescapable in Japan: selling millions of records, appearing on TV daily, and filling arenas. But their American TV show left audiences completely bewildered. Pink Lady and Jeff acquired legendary status as one of television’s most notorious bombs, a show that managed to kill off the entire variety show genre. Or at least—that’s how it’s been seen in America. But for the two women of Pink Lady, th...2024-11-201h 04
Slow BurnDecoder Ring: Reconsidering One of the “Worst” TV Shows of All TimeIn 1980, a variety show debuted on NBC called Pink Lady and Jeff. Its stars were a pair of Japanese pop idols known for catchy, choreographed dance numbers. Pink Lady was inescapable in Japan: selling millions of records, appearing on TV daily, and filling arenas. But their American TV show left audiences completely bewildered. Pink Lady and Jeff acquired legendary status as one of television’s most notorious bombs, a show that managed to kill off the entire variety show genre. Or at least—that’s how it’s been seen in America. But for the two women of Pink Lady, th...2024-11-201h 04
Headspace for the Workplace with Dr. Sally: Helping Leaders Build Human-Centered WorkplacesAlone Together: Unraveling the Ties between Isolation and Suicide with Max Margolis| Episode 37Dr. Sally and expert guest Max Margolis delve into workplace alcohol cultures on the Headspace for the Workplace podcast, offering insights on its links to mental health and suicide. Tune in for actionable advice on fostering inclusive environments and prioritizing employee well-being. for more information on this episode go to https://www.sallyspencerthomas.com/headspace/rethink-the-drink-workplace-alcohol-culture-and-substance-use-disorders-with-max-margolis-episode-372024-05-2118 min
Keyed In Real Estate PodcastENCORE: Meredith MargolisJoin us for this special ENCORE broadcast revisiting one of our most popular episodes. Revisit our interview with Meredith Margolis, whose love affair with the DC area inspired her to become a real estate agent in 2006. Before pursuing a career in residential real estate, Meredith was a Business Development Manager for the law firm of Arent Fox LLP and prior to that, she pursued her combined love for art and retail to a paint-your-own pottery studio located off Dupont Circle. Meredith is a past Board Member for the Washington Project of the Arts and a member of the Board...2024-03-0458 minBoom 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 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 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 min
Listen and Learn, Anytime, Anywhere With Free AudiobookYear I Didn't Eat Audiobook by Samuel PollenListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 697499
Title: Year I Didn't Eat
Author: Samuel Pollen
Narrator: Ashley Margolis
Format: Unabridged
Length: 06:32:59
Language: English
Release date: 08-03-23
Publisher: SAGA Egmont
Genres: Teen, General
Summary:
What if the one person you could talk to was also the one person that you were battling against?
In this unforgettable and uplifting story, 14-year-old Max is consumed by Ana - also known as anorexia, his eating disorder.
And as Max writes to Ana every day, Ana feeds on his fears, encouraging him to lose more and more weight.
But...2023-08-036h 32Keyed In Real Estate PodcastPearls of Wisdom from Meredith MargolisMeredith Margolis’ love affair with the DC area inspired her to become a real estate agent in 2006. Before pursuing a career in residential real estate, Meredith was a Business Development Manager for the law firm of Arent Fox LLP and prior to that, she pursued her combined love for art and retail to a paint-your-own pottery studio located off Dupont Circle. Meredith is a past Board Member for the Washington Project of the Arts and a member of the Board of the Edlavitch DC JCC. Originally from Baltimore, and an American University alumna, she resides in Dupont Circle with he...2023-05-0158 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 Lifeline2022-11-1644 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 min