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Reeperbahn Festival Deep Dive#03 – "Die Macht von TikTok" mit Fabian SchützeReeperbahn Festival Deep Dive
Die Short Video Plattform TikTok hat die Musikwelt revolutioniert. Sie beeinflusst, wie Musik heute konsumiert und entdeckt wird, aber auch wie Artists Songs schreiben, produzieren und wie Musik vermarktet wird. Das Soziale Netzwerk gilt vielen als wahrer Segen der Musikpromo. Aber: Als Gatekeeper hat TikTok in der Musikbranche – und sogar politisch und gesellschaftlich – inzwischen große Macht. Für den Musikmarkt bedeutet das: Insbesondere kleinere Player wie Independent Labels laufen Gefahr, den Kürzeren zu ziehen, zum Beispiel wenn TikTok Verhandlungen mit der Independent-Organisation Merlin ablehnt. Hat TikTok die Power, die Strukturen der Branche nachhaltig zu verä...
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everyday badassEpisode 11- Trevor SteinhauserListeners, I am excited to share with you, Trevor Steinhauser, who helps others as an aid and resource to addicts and their respective families. His own experience with addiction, helping others through their addictions, led to the creation of his own podcast, #stigmatized that is centered around bringing awareness to mental health with raw accounts from his guests. These mental issues that were never quite pinpointed for Trevor, despite counseling, led to self-medicating with drugs and alcohol. Through relapse, mental health issues, and physical deterioration, Trevor launched his recovery when he finally comprehended the simplified explanation that this addict...
2020-12-171h 04
StigmatizedChildhood TraumaKelly Houston has an amazing story. A life shaped by adverse childhood experiences. Trauma in someone’s early years can often lead to struggles later in adulthood. Listen to this courageous woman talk about all that she has learned and how she copes today. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kelly.houston.311For more information: www.stigmatizedpodcast.comOur Team...Production & Music: Gwynne Sound - gwynnesound.comArtwork: Neltner Small Batch - www.neltnersmallbatch.comPhotography: Jon Willis – www.jonbob.comand...
2020-10-2740 minStigmatizedSieze Every OpportunityJacob Evans studied law at WVU College of Law, receiving honors such as Student Body Vice President, Student Governor, Academic Advisor, serving as Chairman of the Board of Governors, Outstanding delegate three times over for the National Model United Nations conferences, just to name a few. He graduated with honors from WVU with a BA in Political Science and Philosophy for his undergrad.During Jacob’s second year in law school he decided he needed to revamp his life and give up all substances and life practices that were not serving him. This journey was a tenuous on...
2020-10-1952 minStigmatizedThe Power of ResilienceMy name is Rebecca LeMasters, I grew up in rural Ohio, and attended technical colleges in SE Ohio for radio and television communication. I have always had the PR bug especially for “The Underdog” type stories. Somehow the advocate in me took over and I entered into a Registered Nursing program. Which led me into working for local Public Health settings and managing a local Homeless Shelter and Domestic Violence Home for women and children. My medical side has never gone too far out of the picture and I also landed in the field of Memory care as the Lead...
2020-10-1259 minStigmatizedRacial Injustice and Mental Health“I'm Asa (AYE-suh) Featherstone, IV. I create both short documentary and still photography that investigates the human experience by bringing new perspectives to things widely understood. I share work that feels personal and vulnerable in hopes that we learn more about one another and connect authentically. I take a lot of influence from family, skate culture, and music to help bring stories to life.”Twitter: @savvyosoInstagram: @savvyoso_Instagram: @savvyoso_For more information: www.stigmatizedpodcast.comOur Team...Production & Music: Gwynne Soun...
2020-10-051h 00StigmatizedDr. RobbRobb Kelly, PhD - The Recovery Expert - was born in Manchester England. He grew up in a family of musicians and developed a strong love for music at an early age. He was performing on stage at the age of nine. During his early twenties, he worked at the elite and influential Abbey Roads Studio, as a session musician in London.Addiction was always close to his heart as Dr. Kelly was born into a family that had a history of alcoholism. He began drinking and using drugs at an early age, but he managed to...
2020-09-2855 minStigmatizedSchizophrenia Is a SuperpowerStacy is an outgoing Schizophrenic who uses her superpowers that come with the illness to help others experiencing similar issues. She’s an avid reader and writer and adores her Chihuahua, Vivian. Stacy attended the University of Akron and works as the Director of Business Development at Neuro-Behavioral Clinical Research where she dedicates her days to being a mental health advocate. Stacy Rumberger contact...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stacyfayeeeTwitter: https://twitter.com/stacyfayeee For more information: www.stigmatizedpodcast.comOur Team......
2020-09-2151 minStigmatizedThe High Cost of AnonymityWhen Preston Moore was 12 years old he remembers gathering the All-Star team together before a big game and giving them a pep talk. When he played high school sports he was more of a hype man than a competitive athlete. He pretended to be the mayor in most situations, trying to get in good favor with everyone. On one hand, the ability to connect with people can be attributed to the fact that he is an extreme extrovert. On the other hand, and it took him a long time to see it, it could be due to an immense...
2020-09-141h 05StigmatizedEveryone Deserves a Second ChanceJosh Brown was an accomplished OBGYN but he developed an addiction to meth several years into his professional career. He is now working to get his medical license back. After heading down a continual path of rehabs, geographic cures and relapses; Josh self-admitted himself into his final rehab center. There he was able to put the pieces together of why his mind works the way that it does. Please tune in to hear this great story of resiliency and self-awareness!Email: joshlennonbrown@gmail.com...
2020-09-0754 minStigmatizedLead with CompassionMike Sipple, Jr. is tireless in his quest to be the best leader possible. He is the leader of several organizations and is as busy as any one person can be. There are often not enough hours in the day to get everything done that needs to get done. A big difference with Mike is his concentration on compassion, especially when it comes to mental health. With family history of anxiety and depression coupled with the loss of a dear friend to suicide, Mike and his team make sure to keep mental health at t...
2020-08-311h 01StigmatizedThe HustlerMatt Conway grew up in Ohio and from an early age he admits he was a scared little kid. He started getting praise and attention from older kids and it was something he liked. His behavior became more risky as he got older. By high school he was experimenting with drugs and alcohol. He was a gifted athlete but was unable to stay on the straight and narrow. He started selling marijuana to the kids in his school and realized he was good at it. Matt liked the hustle and lifestyle that came with s...
2020-08-2459 minStigmatizedAchieving Optimal WellnessLaura Yochelson is a dedicated learner, educator, and mental health advocate. She holds a bachelor of science in health promotion and a master’s in health promotion management from American University (AU) in Washington, D.C. She has written extensively and given numerous presentations about her long struggle with mental illness. The lessons that she has distilled from her experiences have attracted a wide national and international audience. As an adjunct instructor of Intuitive Fitness at AU, Laura designed a toolkit of movement and self-care practices for students to help them achieve optimal wellbeing. For more information: www...
2020-08-1740 minStigmatizedOnly God Can Judge MeDanny Mangulabnan is a friend of 30 years and took some time to join me on the podcast.Danny’s life has been full of ups and downs but his childhood was normal and he was part of a very christian upbringing. School was always tough for Danny and he was kicked out of several times. He said as he went along that it always seemed easier to do bad than to do good. This would be the story for a lot of Danny’s life.He started using hard drug...
2020-08-101h 11StigmatizedProtecting Our ChildrenAcena Beck joined the Children’s Law Center (CLC) in 2015 and was named as its second Executive Director in 2017. At CLC, Acena leads the organization’s mission and vision of protecting the rights of children and youth.Acena has dedicated her career to representing children and families having previously worked at a Kentucky legal services program and in private practice.She is a member of the American Bar Association Children’s Rights Litigation Committee and serves on the Steering Committee of the Education Civil Rights Alliance. She is involved with many other local, regional, and nation...
2020-08-0352 minStigmatizedReset Your StoryKendra is Founder and CEO of Reset and Kendra Ramirez Digital Agency. She is globally recognized on the homepage of LinkedIn.com, Women of Influence Honoree, John Barrett Entrepreneur Vision Award recipient, AMA Marketing Legend, Cincy Chic Woman of the Year and a finalist for the Social Media Innovator of the Year. Since 2005, she has helped hundreds of organizations, including Fortune 500 companies, leverage digital technologies. She has spent the last 13 years rebuilding herself after divorce, depression and a failed business. She leads a life of joy and a successful digital agency. Her mission is to empower others....
2020-07-2757 minStigmatizedA Life ConcussedJeff Gould is a Certified Intervening Professional, and founder of Labor of Love LLC and has worked in the field of substance use disorders for sixteen years. Jeff started his tenure in state run hospitals for treating SUD, and later went on to work in global disaster response for several summers while working in an administrative capacity in adolescent treatment. Jeff has been an Interventionist for many years, having initiated hundreds of cases and providing a bridge service into hospitalization and ultimately, recovery. Jeff is the author of the memoir 'A Life Concussed'.For more information: www...
2020-07-2057 min
The Goodness ChickDealing with Mid-COVID stressTrevor Steinhauser, the host of the Stigmatized Podcast, joins me to look at the funky weird state we're in mid-COVID and its bearing on our mental wellness. Do you feel like your super over COVID even though we're not over COVID? Are you tired, frustrated, and in need of a self-care recharge? The reality is that it's ok to not feel ok, that you may be desperately missing normalcy or having a sense of uncertainty with your social, personal, and work-life when it comes to COVID. We have teachers uncertain about...
2020-07-1422 minStigmatizedLosing a Loved OneErin Horn discusses how life was growing up in central Ohio. She recalls a happy and active childhood with her parents and 3 siblings. Like most families, mental health was not discussed. She does realize that most of her family members have experienced depression and anxiety at different times and at different levels of severity.All of Erin’s siblings had an innate drive to do well in whatever they were doing. Inherently, this brings about pressure which can bring on instances of anxiety and depression.She courageously takes us th...
2020-07-1357 minStigmatizedMental Health in the WorkplaceScott Robertson joined me on the podcast to discuss mental health in the workplace. Scott is a leader in the business and philanthropic community in Cincinnati as well as nationally. He sits on the board for many organizations but one in particular as it relates to mental health is the Lindner Center of Hope in Cincinnati. He was invited personally by the Lindner family to help join their cause to address mental health in the community and around the world. Scott is a rare individual in that he is ve...
2020-07-0659 minStigmatizedDealing with LossGil Marksberry has had a life full of tremendous loss. He has dealt with countless traumatic events starting as a child all the way through his adult life. He credits the military for saving him from going down a path of destructive behavior.This is an amazing story of resilience in the face of continuous adversity.For more information: www.stigmatizedpodcast.comGil Marksberry contact...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gilbert.marksberryOur Team...Production & Music: Gwynne Sound...
2020-06-291h 05StigmatizedTrauma Comes in Many FormsBrian McConnell has experienced trauma throughout his life and in this episode he explains how it has shaped him. He talks candidly about growing up in the south and the difficulty in his youth with understanding racism and religion. Navigating life in his early years was difficult as he saw different behavioral challenges within his own family unit. After high school he chose to enter the military, this experience proved to bring about more trauma which he would struggle with for some time. Brian would fight depression and suicidal th...
2020-06-2256 minStigmatizedCoach PattPatt Ochoa has been in long term recovery for over 15 years and came on the show to share his amazing story. This is one you do not want to miss!For more information: www.stigmatizedpodcast.comContact Patt...Phone: 949-637-5499Website: https://www.pattochoa.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/patt.ochoaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/1111_coaching_with_pattLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patt-ochoa-68554422Our Team...Production & Music: Gwynne Sound - gw...
2020-06-1551 min
Failing ForwardEpisode 62: Trevor Steinhauser - Stigmatized Podcast + Recovering AddictSome addicts are “scared straight” after a run-in with local police, but Trevor Steinhauser didn’t rub elbows with the Cincinnati Police Department. He got a call from the Drug Enforcement Agency. After years of drinking and using drugs, his interactions with federal agents compelled him to finally go to rehab.
On episode 62, the husband and father of three shares his addiction and recovery journey. Trevor believes his anxiety, depression, and penchant for head trauma as a young child led to his addiction. His sobriety led him to mend his relationship with his formerly estranged brother and start a podcast about...
2020-06-1142 minStigmatizedBreaking PointMarty Williams has worked in the field of healthcare for the last 8 years. He is also a mental health advocate. In this episode Marty shares his views on the state of behavioral healthcare as well as talking about his own struggles. For more information: www.stigmatizedpodcast.comOur Team...Production & Music: Gwynne Sound - gwynnesound.comArtwork: Neltner Small Batch - www.neltnersmallbatch.comPhotography: Jon Willis – www.jonbob.comand Lindsey Steinhauser - www.facebook.com/lindsey.hamelsteinhauserFind...
2020-06-0853 minStigmatizedShatterproofSamantha (Sam) Arsenault is the Vice President of National Treatment Quality Initiatives for Shatterproof, a national nonprofit dedicated to reversing the addiction crisis in America. In this role, Sam is responsible for the development and implementation of the organization’s programmatic and research priorities to increase the adoption of evidence-based practices by the addiction treatment sector. This includes leading ATLAS, a first of its kind quality measurement system for addiction treatment facilities. ATLAS combines methodologies from existing health care measurement platforms with innovative crowd-sourcing and consumer review approaches to bring transparency to the quality of addiction treatment facilities. The fi...
2020-06-0143 minStigmatizedThe Addiction DocDr. Mike Kalfas is a trailblazer in the field of addiction medicine and helps thousands of people in their fight against addiction. He is an expert in Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) and loves his work. It didn’t start out like this and certainly wasn’t the plan. Dr. Kalfas always wanted to be a family doctor and treat the families in his community. Pretty soon he found himself sharing office space with the local drug and alcohol unit. Because of a lack of staff, he was politely urged to take a role within that very rehab center...
2020-05-251h 01StigmatizedDiversity in Mental Health CareJoycelyn (Joyce) Johnson is an African-American licensed professional counselor in Cincinnati, Ohio. She is the owner of True Calling Counseling & Consulting Services, LLC. After 25 years of working for the Procter & Gamble Corporation, she decided to retire and go back to school full-time to get her Masters in Professional Counseling. Joyce has personally dealt with anxiety, depression, and PTSD which motivated her to study mental health counseling. After receiving her Masters, she opened her own mental health private practice, so that she could begin to more intentionally help people of color (and others) with their own mental health issu...
2020-05-1849 minStigmatizedA World AwayMartin Warne was born in England where he enjoyed his early years. He moved to the United States at the age of 8 and his life changed. As the new kid in a new school, Martin was bullied. He realized he was gay from a young age but without a good support system, he struggled coming to terms with this fact. Martin tried many different ways to hide his pain and loneliness and he was doing it all alone. In college his mental health started to deteriorate and he began binge eating. Drugs and alcohol s...
2020-05-1143 minStigmatizedSoul InspiredKimberly Rhyan is a survivor…...she grew up in the foster care system and was sexually abused as an adolescent. Anxiety, depression and PTSD have been lifelong challenges. Through grit, determination and self-care she is living a healthy, happy life. Kimberly is now a speaker/trainer/consultant who inspires and empowers foster parents, caseworkers, supporters, educators, and foster care youth/alumni to step into their future better prepared to facilitate and achieve foster youth’s successes.For more information: www.stigmatizedpodcast.comKimberly Rhyan contact...Website: kimberlycrhyan.comEmail: kimberly.c.rhyan...
2020-05-0450 minStigmatizedFind Local TreatmentRaj Gupta is the CEO and Co-Founder of FLT Medical. Prior to founding FLT Medical, Raj worked at LiveRamp (NYSE: RAMP) which was one of the fastest growing private technology companies in Silicon Valley. After learning about the devastation the opioid epidemic was having in his community, he returned home to Ohio to help combat the epidemic using his experience in technology, product, and building startups. He has served as a healthcare policy advisor to political campaigns and is passionate about improving a broken healthcare system with technology. FLT Medical is...
2020-04-2758 minStigmatizedPeace TalkersJohn Gibilaro and Chelsea Dowling came on the show to discuss their personal journeys with mental health and how it got them into the work they are doing today with de-escalation. The company John founded, Peace Talkers is a leader in the field. John was first exposed to de-escalation and crisis intervention in the 1990’s while working in the juvenile justice field. In 2001, John became a New York City Teaching Fellow and spent the next 12 years as a teacher and dean in Brooklyn and Queens, New York. In 2012, John became an assistant principal with the primary duties of s...
2020-04-2051 minStigmatizedThree GiftsTony Miller takes us on the journey through his life story. Tony didn’t learn to read until he was 13, a secret he kept from most people around him. He started a business at 19 that is still thriving today. 40 years of sobriety takes dedication but Tony simply shows up to help himself and others. Candidly, he talks about 3 special gifts that he was given; alcoholism, 3 marriages and diabetes.For more information: www.stigmatizedpodcast.comOur Team...Production & Music: Gwynne Sound - gwynnesound.comArtwork: Neltner Small Batch - ww...
2020-04-1349 minStigmatizedFighting for LifeDaniel Ritchie was exposed to a lot at a very young age. He had family members who were working through mental health challenges. He had an uncle who owned bars so he was introduced to that lifestyle as a child. Daniel was a good athlete from a young age and found that he liked being physical. Boxing and fighting became a passion of his, he would go on to become a semi-pro boxer. Even though he was a gifted athlete and involved in multiple sports, alcohol and the street life attracted him. Daniel started using and selling drugs and...
2020-04-0651 minStigmatizedDefining Behavioral HealthDr. Carson Felkel is the System Medical Director of Behavioral Health for Bon Secours Mercy Health in Greenville, SC. A graduate of Wake Forest University and Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine, he completed his residency in Adult Psychiatry and a fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Wake Forest Baptist Hospital, where he served as chief of both programs. Dr. Felkel is board certified in Psychiatry and in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. A resident of Greenville, Dr. Felkel is a member of the American Psychiatric Association, South Carolina Psychiatric Association, and the American Academy of Child and Adolescent...
2020-03-3045 minStigmatizedLife Learning CenterMitch Haralson, grew up in Southern Idaho and has lived in Greater Cincinnati for almost 13 years. He and his amazing wife have been married for 16.5 years and have two little children (7 & 5) together. He has a Bachelors Degree in English Education from Boise State University and a Masters in Social Work for the University of Cincinnati where he is on the School of Social Work Alumni Board. Active in his community, both Mitch and the Life Learning Center are focused on helping people regain their dignity and find hope again.For more information: www.stigmatizedpodcast.com
2020-03-2351 minStigmatizedThe Addiction SeriesShane Reinert noticed that in the midst of the drug epidemic there were mostly stories about death, despair and the disease. He went on a mission to talk to people that are in recovery and living happy, healthy lives. With that he started The Addiction Series which is a collection of people telling their stories of life in addiction but ultimately highlighting how their lives are today. This is now a phenomena, millions of views on YouTube and seen in over 200 countries. For more information: www.stigmatizedpodcast.comShane Reinert...P...
2020-03-1650 minStigmatizedReal Talk About SuicideJennifer Wright-Berryman is a suicidologist, professor, researcher, speaker and community organizer. She has a passion for suicide awareness that was sparked by several deaths in her hometown.“In my small community of Columbus, Indiana, we had a series of adolescent suicides. In our initial crisis mode, I rallied our community strengths and resources to start a movement to prevent suicides. We are still working toward this goal together. Since then, I have developed a community-based suicide prevention model that I have spoken about nationally and regionally.”She is the lead researcher of a nationally implemented schoo...
2020-03-0946 min
Breakthrough WallsEpisode 198 - Interview With Trevor Steinhauser!Great interview with Trevor Steinhauser!
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Breakthrough WallsEpisode 198 - Interview With Trevor Steinhauser!Great interview with Trevor Steinhauser!About Your Host: Ken WallsKen Walls helps business owners win by bringing clarity to chaos. A lifelong tech expert, Ken built a successful career in marketing and software, outperforming every expectation set for him. After overcoming a volatile past, Ken is now a sought-after strategist featured on The Huffington Post and a trusted peer to leaders like Grant Cardone and Mark Victor Hansen.Connect & Scale with Ken:Grow Live Academy: Master podcasting and social media.ProFlow Business System:...
2020-03-0955 minStigmatizedCaring for Our VeteransDr. Bolte is a board certified psychologist and the Program Manager of the Substance Abuse Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program at the Cincinnati Veterans Affairs Medical Center. She specializes in addiction treatment and has over a decade of experience treating veterans with substance use disorders and mental health conditions (e.g., PTSD, depression). In her role as a healthcare administrator, she oversees an interdisciplinary team of professionals who provide comprehensive medical, psychiatric, and psychosocial services. The residential rehabilitation program at the Cincinnati VA is part of the Substance Dependence Program, which offers a full range of state-of-the-art specialty services to...
2020-03-0246 minStigmatizedLife or DeathMy dear friend Paul Grever tells his story in this episode. Throughout his life he never felt comfortable in his own skin. Suffering in silence, he operated under the strategy “Fake it until you make it”. People pleasing is a common thread between those that suffer with behavioral health challenges. Paul always put the happiness and health of others above his own.He started using drugs and alcohol in high school and it progressed slowly throughout his life. It eventually became unmanageable and he contemplated taking his own life on several occasions. Finally, he was...
2020-02-241h 01StigmatizedImproving Public HealthLynne M. Saddler is the District Director of Health at the Northern Kentucky Health Department. In her position, Dr. Saddler oversees a staff of about 150 employees and a budget of more than $17 million. She also works closely with the District Board of Health and leadership in Boone, Campbell, Grant and Kenton Counties to assure the delivery of quality public health services to more than 400,000 residents. Further, she guided the Health Department in its effort to be among the first nationally accredited local health departments in the country.Website: nkyhealth.orgFor more information: www.stigmatizedpodcast.co...
2020-02-1747 minStigmatizedFailing ForwardIn this episode, Sarah Brown discuss the many challenges she has faced in her life. A family history of alcoholism put her at risk of developing the same allergy. Indeed, alcohol became a problem later in her life. She had an interest in mental health and got a degree in counseling but decided not to make it her career. With a business partner Sarah started a business in 2013 but after 4 years they had to shut it down. While trying to cope with this disappointment, alcohol reared its ugly head.. After a conversation with her husband, she made the decision...
2020-02-1051 minStigmatizedTragedy to TriumphAaron Laine joins me to discuss his journey through addiction. With hard work, hope, and the support of family, he took steps to pursue his dream. Aaron is now an on-air personality for a media company in Cincinnati, he also has a podcast highlighting stories of people that have been down the road of addiction. For more information: www.stigmatizedpodcast.comAaron Laine...Website: tragedytotriumph.comItunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tragedy-to-triumph/id1454296176Facebook: facebook.com/FromTragedy, facebook.com/BlamelessBeastInstagram: instagram.com/t...
2020-02-0356 minStigmatizedStalking UnmaskedTK Logan is a professor in the Department of Behavioral Science, College of Medicine, and the Center on Drug and Alcohol Research at the University of Kentucky with joint appointments in Psychology, Psychiatry, Sociology, and Social Work.Dr. Logan’s research interests include interpersonal victimization and substance use. Her research and writings have most recently focused on coercive control, stalking, protective order effectiveness, sexual assault, intimate partner homicide, and health disparities of rural women with partner violence experiences.For more information: www.stigmatizedpodcast.comTK Logan...Email - tklogan@uky.edu
2020-01-2740 minStigmatizedOut of the DarknessPostpartum depression is a term that most of us have heard, although it has a much greater meaning than a woman who feels down after having a baby. Emily Patterson gives her courageous account of having experienced postpartum depression and a baby with colic. For more information: www.stigmatizedpodcast.comEmily Patterson...Email: emmyham@gmail.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/emily.hamel.18 Our Team...Production & Music: Gwynne Sound - gwynnesound.comArtwork: Neltner Small Batch - www.neltnersmallbatch.com
2020-01-2050 minStigmatizedA Global CrusadeVikram Patel is The Pershing Square Professor of Global Health and Wellcome TrustPrincipal Research Fellow at the Harvard Medical School. His work has focused on theburden of mental disorders, their association with social disadvantage, and the use ofcommunity resources for their prevention and treatment. He gave a very popular Ted Talk about global mental health that has over 1 million views.He was listed in TIME Magazine’s 100 most influential persons of the year in 2015.For more information: www.stigmatizedpodcast.comV...
2020-01-1339 minStigmatizedWe Are All MagnificentBob Pautke is one of the most inspirational and positive people that I have ever met. Although he doesn’t have a direct connection to addiction or personal struggles with mental health, he improves the lives of others through relentless positivity and serviced focused work. Bob spends a great deal of time working with young people and helps them find purpose in their lives while preparing them for the real world. He also works with the at risk community where he helps to build people up and plays an important role in preparing confident and capable members of society. Bo...
2020-01-0642 minStigmatizedFighting for a FamilyJeannette Gute takes us through her journey with infertility. While trying to start a family, she and her partner encountered challenges that seemed to never end. This took a physical and emotional toll on her life which she bravely discusses in this episode. Ultimately, through perseverance, strength and hope they have a healthy and happy family. For more information: www.stigmatizedpodcast.comJeannette Gute...Email - jeannette.gute@gmail.comFacebook - www.facebook.com/jeannette.guteInstagram - @ihearttvOur Team...P...
2019-12-3049 minStigmatizedHonoring a FriendMatt Peterson is on the podcast and shares his story. He grew up in a religious family and ironically suffered a major injury as an adolescent while involved in church activities. Being introduced to opiates at a young age, his life would spiral out of control and ultimately sent him on the run from the police. Once he got into recovery he spent time rebuilding his life through school, family and working as a peer support specialist to help others navigate their recovery.Matt has started a business as a personal chef which he ultimately wants to...
2019-12-2346 minStigmatizedMama ScarScarlet Hudson, affectionately known as “Mama Scar”, is a beacon of hope for thousands of at-risk individuals, mostly women who have been cast aside and living in the darkness of addiction. She was very successful in the corporate world for over 30 years, but she got a calling from God to help those in need. She began driving around at night with simple brown bag meals and gave them to women who lived on the street. Over time she decided to make this her full time mission. She started a non-profit called The Women of Alabaster and it quick...
2019-12-1653 minStigmatizedMiracles Do HappenThis is an amazing episode and a truly remarkable story of perseverance, determination and the will to live. At only 22 years of age, Daniel Henderson has experienced more trauma than some people experience in a lifetime. From troubles at home, addiction and a life-threatening traumatic brain injury, Daniel has really battled the odds. Ultimately, he came out the other side and made a miraculous recovery. He now works in the substance use and mental health field; he started his own recovery coaching organization as well as facilitating relationships with industry leaders in hopes of developing best in class care...
2019-12-0946 minStigmatizedA String of HopeBen Fisher is a walking, talking example of what hope and determination look like. There is greatness in all of us and we are glad that Ben is here in the world today to share his many talents. Through his early recovery he learned woodworking and has become a master guitar builder. His meticulous attention to detail comes through in his work, he spends upwards of 160 hours on each instrument.Ben is also producing an amazing video series called “A String of Hope” where he highlights the amazing stories of people in recovery. He is a truly tale...
2019-12-0244 minStigmatizedDefending RecoveryDan Schubert & Leann Kane both work at the Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy. Dan is the directing attorney and Leann is a social worker. The mission of this department is to provide legal representation to individuals that have the right to counsel but cannot afford it on their own. This is a monumental job, one that takes thick skin and carries a heavy workload due to understaffing. In this episode we discuss the in’s and out’s of protecting those that cannot protect themselves.For more information: www.stigmatizedpodcast.comDan Schu...
2019-11-2553 minStigmatizedMore is Never EnoughAs host of the show, people have asked that I record an episode where I tell my story. I feel that this is a good way to connect with everyone and give you a chance to know me a little bit better. Enjoy!For more information: www.stigmatizedpodcast.comOur Team...Production & Music: Gwynne Sound - gwynnesound.comArtwork: Neltner Small Batch - www.neltnersmallbatch.comPhotography: Jon Willis – www.jonbob.comand Lindsey Steinhauser - www.facebook.com/lindsey.hamelsteinhauser...
2019-11-1850 minStigmatizedA Slam of the GavelMichael Fehler just celebrated 7 years of sobriety, his recovery started at the young age of 25. In this episode, he talks about how his journey was one he found on his own. There is no blame on any outside influences or factors that led him down his life’s path and where that ultimately took him. Even though he had a good upbringing, addiction still found him. Michael’s story is a great example of the fact that mental health and addiction do not discriminate.For more information: www.stigmatizedpodcast.comMichael Fehler...Em...
2019-11-1146 minStigmatizedStrategic Problem SolvingThomas Cox founded a company that specializes in strategic problem solving which is an innovative alternative to traditional therapy. He used his background in counseling and psychology to develop another model of care that compliments the long-established modalities available today. In this episode we talk about his past experiences and goals for the future. In addition to behavioral health, he is a comedian. Thomas has used comic relief in his professional career and feels it is imperative in the healing process.For more information: www.stigmatizedpodcast.comThomas Cox...Website...
2019-11-0446 minStigmatizedBoth Sides of the FenceJason Thompson is from the Portsmouth, OH area. This is where pill mills first started anywhere in the country so he saw firsthand what opiate painkillers and ultimately heroin can do to a community as well as the greed of big pharma. Rising from the ashes of addiction he entered his recovery with vigor. The 12 step fellowship really helped him get into a life of long term recovery which is over 16 years. He has made a career in the behavioral health field. With a Masters degree in social work, he treats both adolescents and adults with mental health and...
2019-10-2850 minStigmatizedThe ChameleonBen Ertel joined us in the studio to tell his story of courage, strength and hope. During our episode, he describes his upbringing in Cincinnati. His childhood was great but he felt like he could never fit in and never really let others into his life. To combat this, he became a master of disguise and brought whichever “Ben” was needed for a given situation. “I was always a different actor in a different play.” Ben went to Washington D.C. to take an intern position for a congressman. This is where his drinking began to escalate. He got in a car...
2019-10-2140 minStigmatizedRestoring HopeBrian is a Counselor and Clinical Director at Restoring Hope Counseling and Coaching in Cincinnati, OH. He is a licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor (LICDC).Brian is extremely passionate about mental health and addiction recovery. He is a expert in relapse prevention and is working to reduce the stigma and shame people with addictions experience, individually and at a community level. His heart is with the underdog and people who have been left behind by society. Restoring Hope Counseling & Coaching: 513-345-0741For more information: www.stigmatizedpodcast.com
2019-10-1442 minStigmatizedMy name is Tyler and I'm an AlcoholicTyler has 6 years of sobriety and is passionate advocate for the recovery community. He is out in front of the issue and helps to break the stigma of mental health & addiction. He is very interested in politics and even ran for public office and was very transparent about his recovery and used it as a part of his platform. Coaching high school sports has been a big part of Tyler’s life and helps to fuel his recovery by giving back.For more information: www.stigmatizedpodcast.comTyler Owen...Phone: 859-653-5909...
2019-10-0743 minStigmatizedNorthern Kentucky Hates HeroinThe Specht’s endured a tragedy that is every parent’s nightmare, the loss of a child. Eric & Holly take us through this journey, the good and the bad. Following their loss, as a family they immediately started a non-profit to serve as their son’s legacy. Northern Kentucky Hates Heroin has become a very important part of the recovery community and has great reach. The logo serves as a beacon of hope for thousands of people. They tell their story to schools, organizations and at events multiple times throughout the year. It is courageous people like Holly & Eric that h...
2019-09-3052 min
Tragedy to TriumphStigmatizedEpisode 38: Stigmatized (Trevor Steinhauser)Trevor Steinhauser (Host of Stigmatized Podcast) shares his amazing story of Recovery!https://fromtragedy.simplecast.com/https://www.facebook.com/FromTragedy/Amazing stories from people in Recovery hosted by Aaron Laine. A unique perspective from those who struggled with drugs and changed their lives. Everyday we hear tragic stories in the news. People who lose their lives to addiction and the ugliness that surrounds it. Our goal is to present you with amazing success stories of people who've changed their lives and have gone from tragedy to triumph!
2019-09-261h 15StigmatizedA Ministry of RecoveryFr. Jeff Queen is the head pastor at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Fort Thomas, KY. He has been a spiritual and religious leader in the recovery community for a long time. Jeff grew up personally and professionally in one of the first epicenters for the opioid crisis. He brought his own personal touch and experience back to the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky region. This is a great episode with a great person.St. Andrew’s ChurchPhone 859-441-1092Email - office@standrewsfortthomas.orgWebsite - www.standrewsfortthomas.orgFor more information: www.stigmatizedpodcast.comOu...
2019-09-2342 min
The Unconventional Leadership PodcastThe Pain At The Top Is Real: Eliminating Stigma About Mental Health With Trevor SteinhauserIf you struggle with depression, anxiety, or addiction, especially as a successful business person, this podcast can save you, or someone you know.
This week Mike invites his close friend Trevor Steinhauser to the studio to discuss: mental health in the workplace, the stress of being a successor in family-owned businesses, being an empathetic employer, and bringing mental health out of the shadows, especially for leaders.
Trevor tells his story of being in a family business and how:Pushing through depression and anxiety was almost a deadly strategy to get through the day (7:20)The “demon inside” was consuming him and no one eve...
2019-09-1952 minStigmatizedLanguage is PowerDr. Kang is a clinical psychologist and the Director of Operations for the Behavioral Health Service Line for the Cincinnati Region of Mercy Health, the largest health system in Ohio. He led a diverse, community-facing team in forming the Mercy Health Addiction Treatment Collaborative, a multi-agency treatment-on-demand network of care for addiction medicine services across southwest Ohio. In 2017, the Mercy Health Foundation awarded Dr. Kang its Clinician of the Year Award. In 2018, the Obama Foundation selected Dr. Kang for its inaugural Fellowship class, a group of twenty civic innovators from around the world working together with their communities to...
2019-09-1651 minStigmatizedThe Music ManChris has 13 years of sobriety and has quite a journey. He has a passion for music and was part of a band for a long time. This lifestyle got him into trouble with alcohol and drugs but the same environment ultimately helped in his recovery as well. After treatment, his band members showed great support and respect of Chris’s situation which allowed him to continue to do what he loved to do. In our time together on the podcast Chris talks about his journey through life which has ultimately resulted in a life of long term recovery. He ha...
2019-09-0948 minStigmatizedBringing Hope HomeIn the face of certain death from his addiction, J.B. admitted himself to a treatment center 3000 miles away in California. While there, he experienced a different form of treatment that he hadn’t seen in the Midwest. After his time in rehab he stayed in California and began working in the addiction treatment field. Hotel California by the Sea is an organization where J.B. really began to see the innovation in substance use rehabilitation. With the blessing and support of the corporate office, he developed a business plan and brought this model back to his hometown of Ci...
2019-09-0244 minStigmatizedA Man on a MissionTom Synan’s wide experience has allowed him to have a unique look into the heroin crisis. He is a United States Marine Corps veteran and a 25-year police veteran with the Newtown Police Department. For the last 10 years as Police Chief and as is a SWAT Team Leader veteran. In 2014, after watching the last of an entire family die from drugs, the last two from heroin, Tom met with other members in Hamilton County and helped form the Hamilton County Heroin Coalition where he sits on the Steering Committee and Chair Interdiction. He coordinates law enforcement efforts to re...
2019-08-2646 minStigmatizedKing KongWill has spent 22 years of his life incarcerated and a lot of his life in active addiction. One of his children gave him an ultimatum that convinced him to get control of his life. After spending some time in treatment, Will got the opportunity to work in a new recovery program within a local maximum security detention center. One amazing fact that he talks about is that he was the only parolee in the country that had keys to a maximum security prison. He has become a beacon of hope for so many and a resource to help others.
2019-08-1956 minStigmatizedNAMI HealsHeather has been the head of NAMI Southwest Ohio (National Alliance on Mental Illness) for the past 10 years. She is very passionate about her community and raising awareness about mental health in the Cincinnati tri-state region. We have a great conversation about all the things that her organization is doing to make an impact for the greater good. We also discuss what mental health means to her.For more information: www.stigmatizedpodcast.comHeather & NAMIEmail: heather.smith@namiswoh.orgLinkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/heathersmithturnerWebsite: NAMI Southwest...
2019-08-1442 minStigmatizedBoone's Farm & Dirty CigarettesBrad is a passionate leader and advocate in the recovery community; he has 7 years of sobriety and uses that experience to help others. Brad has worked in behavioral health treatment for the past several years and has gained a vast knowledge of the industry. He is able to link resources for individuals and families across the country to make sure they are matched up with the best care possible. Mr. Tolle owns and operates a sober living organization that has 8 homes serving men and women in the Northern Kentucky/Cincinnati area. This is a great episode full of awareness...
2019-08-1450 minStigmatizedAcross State LinesJim is a great friend of mine and has 16 years of sobriety behind him. He has used this experience to help others and advocate for the recovery community. He has truly been a blessing in my life in many ways.Professionally, Jim has been in real estate for 25+ years and now coaches realtors around the country. He is very active on social media and has over 100 coaching videos on YouTube. He wrote a book, “A Revolution in Real Estate” which is a best seller on Amazon. During the first half of his career Jim had a problem with alcohol plus...
2019-08-1452 min