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Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff381. Paul Rieckhoff. If They Do It to Sen Mark Kelly, They Can Do It to You: The Threat to 2M Military Retirees. The FBI & Pentagon: Trump’s New Dual Political Attack. Ukraine on the Edge. 68 Boxes of 9/11 Info. Chiefs v Cowboys. Duffle Blog For The Win.Independent Americans host Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) rips through one of the most urgent, dangerous stories in American politics right now: Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth’s unprecedented weaponization of the Department of Defense and FBI against Senator Mark Kelly and five other members of Congress, and millions of military retirees—just days before Thanksgiving. Coming to you from the new MS Now (formerly MSNBC) headquarters in Times Square, and after a whirlwind of speaking out, Paul connects the dots between Trump’s escalating attacks, Ukraine’s ongoing fight, 9/11 first responder revelations, and why this moment demands maximum vigilance from you—and e...
2025-11-2617 min
Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff381. Paul Rieckhoff. If They Do It to Sen Mark Kelly, They Can Do It to You: The Threat to 2M Military Retirees. The FBI & Pentagon: Trump’s New Dual Political Attack. Ukraine on the Edge. 68 Boxes of 9/11 Info. Chiefs v Cowboys. Duffle Blog For The Win.Independent Americans host Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) rips through one of the most urgent, dangerous stories in American politics right now: Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth’s unprecedented weaponization of the Department of Defense and FBI against Senator Mark Kelly and five other members of Congress, and millions of military retirees—just days before Thanksgiving. Coming to you from the new MS Now (formerly MSNBC) headquarters in Times Square, and after a whirlwind of speaking out, Paul connects the dots between Trump’s escalating attacks, Ukraine’s ongoing fight, 9/11 first responder revelations, and why this moment demands maximum vigilance from you—and e...
2025-11-2620 min
The Hawk's Nest PodcastThe Seahawks Draft Blog Crossover with Rob StatonA long requested guest comes to the channel. Rob Staton is the owner and operator of the longtime Seahawks Draft Blog and also runs a very successful channel on YouTube. He's been covering the Seahawks for more than a decade, and with it, covers the draft as in-depth as anyone out there. On the show today, I wanted to get Rob's perspective on the team and upcoming draft in just a couple of weeks.
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2025-04-161h 44
DLWeekly Podcast - Disneyland News and InformationPlanning for our Disneyana Trip | DLW 333This week, a ton of Pixar Fest information like the Foodie Guide, decorations, dining options, Downtown Disney updates are a plenty as well, we talk about our upcoming trip to the parks this weekend, and more!
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2024-04-261h 25
The Cheer Mom PodcastConfusing Things About All Star CheerAll right. There are a lot of overwhelming, confusing things about cheerleading. That's probably why most of you are here listening to the podcast, why you follow the Cheer Mom blog on social media, why you've read any one of my blog posts or emails. Because the majority of us walk into our first cheer competition our athlete's first cheer practice and we go, "Whoa... what is this?" And in some ways that feeling never goes away. So, as I've been at your events this season, I've kind of been just like jotting down little n...
2024-02-2827 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthCPTSD and Sibling Abuse - KittyKitty experienced sibling abuse from an older brother for years. That trauma spawned her CPTSD (complex post traumatic stress disorder). Learn the answers to questions like what are some traits of this disorder, how can they affect you and how can they affect your relationships? You can follow Kitty on Instagram and find other links to her blog @kitkatherine2001
Topics in this episode include trauma, CPTSD, depression, anxiety, NPD, narcissistic abuse
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2024-01-2756 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthLove on the Spectrum - James B JonesYou may have seen James on the wildly popular Netflix series, Love on the Spectrum USA, where folks on the autism spectrum try to find love. James discusses with me a bit about his time on the show, challenges he's endured in school, work. love and Star Wars. James is an incredibly sweet soul with lots of love to give! You can follow him on Instagram @jamesbjones87
Topics in this episode include bullying, anxiety, depression
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2023-11-1853 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthMy life with BPD borderline personality disorder - XannieXannie had been diagnosed with BPD and after much work she now considers herself 'functionally recovered'. She also happens to be very charming, funny, clever and sweet. We discuss how BPD has affected her relationships, everyday life and the stigmas around the diagnosis.
You can watch Xannie's YouTube show BPD Bunch here https://www.youtube.com/@thebpdbunch
Or listen to it here https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-bpd-bunch/id1652071223
Be sure to follow Xannie on Instagram @xannibelle and the BPD Bunch @thebpdbunch
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2023-05-131h 02
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthMy Journey From Drug Addiction to Recovery - Jon CeroneGrowing up, Jon Cerone was a good student and athlete in an average household with Christian values. He went to college and that all changed...Today Jon is a podcaster and author.
Check out Jon's podcast Feel Free https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-feel-free-podcast/id1628334087
Buy Jon's book https://www.amazon.com/Parables-Musings-Addict-Journey-Wholeness/dp/B0BMSVFSTF
Follow Jon on Instagram @joncerone
Topics in this episode include addiction, depression, anxiety, psychosis
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2023-05-0658 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthWhy I Applied For Medical Assistance In Dying For a Mental Illness - AgataAgata wants the option to die with dignity. Living with anorexia for most of her life, Agata is tired of suffering. She applied to be MAiD ( medical assistance in dying) for her mental illness. Canada passed Bill C-39 in January allowing people to apply for MAiD for mental health reasons, only to withdrawal the bill a month later. Agata has applied for MAiD but is now in limbo waiting for the government to pass the bill once again. We discuss why Agata applied and her experience with anorexia.
Topics in this episode include depression, anorexia, suicide, trauma
2023-04-291h 02
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthWhy Working in the Field of Animal Wellness is Mentally Daunting - Laura, Erin, KristyDid you know nearly 70% of veterinarians have lost a colleague or peer to suicide? Did you know a recent study suggested that annual incidence of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in animal shelter employees is five times higher than the national average? Laura Zmud, a social worker and Family Ties Coordinator with SPCA, Erin Jellow, a veterinary technician, and Kristy Mason, a former animal shelter director, try to shed some light on why it is so mentally daunting to work in the field of animal wellness.
Topics in this episode include depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD
2023-04-221h 08
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthHow I Survived a Bear Attack and Extreme PTSD - Jeremy EvansIn 2017 Jeremy was mauled in a bear attack several kilometres away from his truck and civilization. Listen to his INCREDIBLE story of survival of, not just the attack, but with his battle with extreme PTSD. Today Jeremy is raising five million dollars to go to PTSD research. Be sure to read Jeremy's book Mauled: Lessons Learned from a Grizzly Bear Attack available on Amazon https://www.amazon.ca/Mauled-Lessons-Learned-Grizzly-Attack/dp/1771604832
And follow Jeremy on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thegrizzlydude1/
Topics in this episode include trauma, depression, suicide, PTSD
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2023-04-151h 05
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthI Heard My Father Murder My Mom - Collier LandryIn 1990 at the age of 12, Collier heard his father murder his mother in the middle of the night. He now helps others with their trauma recovery and talks about his experiences on his podcasts, Moving Past Trauma and Survivor Squad. You can also watch his fascinating story in the 2017 documentary A Murder in Mansfield.
Listen to Moving Past Murder https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/moving-past-trauma-with-collier-landry/id1551076031
and Survivor Squad https://www.thesurvivorsquad.com/
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2023-04-081h 08
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthMen Get Raped - Emmanuel FloresEmmanuel is the author of the new book Men Get Raped, set to be released this summer. As a boy growing up in Mexico, he experienced sexual abuse from a male authority figure and again, with his new life in Toronto, by a female. While trying to process Emmanuel couldn't help but notice the lack of safe spaces for men to talk about their emotional and mental issues regarding sexual trauma. He experienced misguided masculinity, stigmas and invalidation from both men and women. Be sure to follow Emmanuel on Instagram at https://instagram.com/emmanuelfabad?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
2023-04-011h 10
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthInternational Award Winning Mental Health Advocate - Glenn RoilThere is no bigger mental health advocate in Canada than Glenn Roil. Glenn is an international award-winning mental health advocate and global mental health consultant with over 30 years of expertise in mental health, basic income and poverty reduction.
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Instagram @glennroil75
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2023-03-2556 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthSex and Mental Health Part 2 - Robin HiltonRobin is back for the second part of this 2 part series, Sex and mental health! In this episode we discuss sex addiction, sex work, sex in long term relationships and more. Sex is like cheesecake, when it's good, it's real good and when it's bad, it's still pretty good!
Please take a listen to Robin's podcast Embodied Eroticism and follow her on social media at these links
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2023-03-181h 04
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthFighting To Find a Diagnosis For My Daughter - Pam HutchingsPam's daughter Taryn was a normal teen, maybe even exceptional. Taryn was succeeding in advanced classes in school, a dancer and athlete. Then seemingly over night Taryn became suicidal, hearing voices and seeing things that weren't there. Over the last 7 months, Taryn has spent most of it in the hospital. Pam had to leave her job to become a care giver for Taryn all while trying to find medications and treatments that could have any affect on Taryn's health. In the midst of the chaos, Pam and Taryn started a non for profit group for teens suffering with mental...
2023-03-111h 10
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthMaladaptive Daydreaming - Jayne BigelsenWhat if you were so addicted to something you couldn't even have a conversation in a restaurant without wanting to run to the bathroom to use, you were losing friends , jobs and school? What if I told you that something you were addicted to was daydreaming? That was Jayne's reality for years and the that disorder is now called maladaptive daydreaming. Jayne is considered by many as patient X because she is one of the first people to have papers written about her condition and the first person to get brain scans done while in her daydreaming state. Thanks...
2023-03-041h 03
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthLive at The Grand Theatre - Big Daddy TazzThis episode was recorded live on January 25th at The Grand Theatre in Indian Head Saskatchewan in front of 300 high school students. You may remember Big Daddy Tazz from episode 46 as a popular stand up comic, speaker and advocate. That day on stage was part interview, part talk with the students, and part Q&A. Thank you to the board and volunteers with The Grand Theatre, students and staff from Indian Head High School, Cory Rennebohm for his talents with audio and visuals, and of course Tazz and La La for making that afternoon so great!
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2023-02-251h 14
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthGrowing Up In Abuse and Poverty To Becoming Miss Universe - Ashley CallingbullFor years Ashley lived with an abuser. Ultimately she was able to escape with her mother. Physically she was safe but mentally she was suffering. Her mind sought refuge with the help of her grandparents, her culture and traditions. Since then she has become the first indigenous woman to hold the title of Miss Canada, and the first indigenous woman to grace the pages of Sports Illustrated. She even went on to win the Miss Universe title. Ashley is still a model, actress, speaker and now author. Her book is set to be released in 2024. Follow Ashley on Instagram...
2023-02-181h 06
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthHow I Mentally Survived a Somalian Kidnapping - Jessica BuchananJessica was an aid worker in Somalia when her and a coworker were carjacked and kidnapped. They spent the next three months outside, in the desert, with volatile, armed men. How did she keep her self sane in such a high stress, unpredictable situation? How did she escape and how did she treat and manage her post traumatic stress?
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Go to her website https://www.jessbuchanan.com
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2023-02-111h 02
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthEmotional Pain Motivated Me To Run Across Canada - Skylar RothSkylar Roth is exceptional. After losing friends to mental health and after his own struggles, he decided to run across Canada to raise money for the Canadian Mental Health Association. It took him over 4 months. He ran over 7000km, raised 65 thousand dollars, slept in a Breaking Bad type RV, ran through wind, rain and up mountains and was stalked by a mountain lion. However, during his run, he did manage to meet his now girlfriend. Skylar now speaks about his experiences with mental health and his running adventures at schools and events all over Canada. If you'd like to...
2023-01-2800 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthLithium Anyone? - Dr. Sudhir GadhDr. Sudhir Gadh loves his lithium! In fact his research shows that everyone's brains love lithium. At low doses, lithium is proven to improve our mental and emotional selves thus limiting suffering. Dr Gadh also explains many of the physical benefits there are when taking low doses of lithium regularly which include immune health, and better sleep. Order yourself some of Dr. Gadh's lithium infused water at https://thirdelementwater.com
Topics in this episode include depression, anxiety
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2023-01-2155 min
The Art Coaching Club PodcastJennifer Barlow: The Benefits of Blogging for Artists and Leveraging Her Art Blog to Connect with Her Audience, & Learning to Stay in Your Own LaneToday we learn about Jennifer Barlow's art career, how she fell into art, how she grew her career, and where she is now with her art practice. She offers tons of advice for artists of all levels from tips about blogs to PR to growth and so much more. Enjoy!
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2023-01-2055 minThe Art Coaching Club PodcastJennifer Barlow: The Benefits of Blogging for Artists and Leveraging Her Art Blog to Connect with Her Audience, & Learning to Stay in Your Own LaneToday we learn about Jennifer Barlow's art career, how she fell into art, how she grew her career, and where she is now with her art practice. She offers tons of advice for artists of all levels from tips about blogs to PR to growth and so much more. Enjoy!
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2023-01-2055 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthSurviving Columbine: 24 Years Later - Amy OverColumbine High School was the location of perhaps the most infamous school shooting in American history. Over 20 years after the Columbine shootings and Amy Over is still living with it's consequences. She digs deep and invites other school shooting survivors, families, and detectives to do the same in her podcast series Confronting Columbine. Suicide, addiction, jail and financial ruin are just a few side effects endured by these victims. Today Amy is a mental health advocate living in Colorado with her husband and four kids.
Listen to Confronting Columbine here
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2023-01-141h 02
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthI Was Diagnosed With ADHD In My 50's - Nigel SuttonWhen you think of an ADHD diagnosis, one tends to think of a child in primary or maybe high school. Nigel Sutton is a New Zealander ADHD coach. He was diagnosed as such in his 50's, something that is becoming more common. As it turns out, being diagnose later in life hits a bit different. Nigel talks about the grief for what may have been, the validation and living your life backwards as you place the ADHD puzzle piece into your life as you look back at past moments.
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2023-01-071h 00
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthI Escaped Scientology - Chris SheltonWhat if you grew up in a world of lies, coercive control, and manipulation? What if you weren't only a victim but also an unknowing perpetrator? What if you were in your 40's before you found out the truth? That was Chris Shelton's life. Today he has a self titled YouTube channel where he helps others in recovery from cults and informs folks with loved ones still living in cults. Chris is also an author and has been featured on Leah Remini: Scientology and the Aftermath.
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2022-12-311h 12
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthDid My Family Die While I Was Sleeping - Shiva SouriShiva's entire family is in Iran while she is a student in Canada. Every morning she wakes up to check her phone to see if her family is still alive. The Iranian people are currently protesting the Islamic Republic, including members of Shiva's family. Over 18,000 people have so far been detained by the Islamic Republic since the start of the anti-regime protests in September, according to the Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA). Of those, 506 had been killed (including 69 children and teenagers) as of Dec. 21, 2022. With already living with challenges like depression, anxiety, home sickness, pressures from school, work...
2022-12-241h 06
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthI Share My Body With Over 30 People Because of My Dissociative Identity Disorder - The June Bug SystemThe June Bug System is one of the most fascinating people I've ever talked with. They have over 30 personalities or alters, including a cat, men and women, left and right handed people, and even a non potty trained toddler. They also suffer from PNES (psychogenic non epileptic seizures) and PTSD from growing up with extreme trauma. Life gets complicated for The June Bug System, and maybe more so for their partner Cody, as they are parents of a new baby girl. Their main passion is spreading mental health awareness and ending stigmas around DID.
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2022-12-171h 11
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthLife With Histrionic Personality Disorder...(and Dissociative Identity Disorder, Schizotypal Personality Disorder, OCD and PTSD) - TrashTrash is back! One of my most popular guests is back and we are discussing their life with, and symptoms of, histrionic personality disorder. Yet again Trash is as informative and charming as can be. If you need a refresher or you haven't listened to Trash's first episode, please listen to episode 56 where we discuss their polyfragmented dissociative identity disorder.
Support and follow Trash on TikTok and Instagram @terminallytrashed
Topics in this episode include trauma, PTSD, HPD histrionic personality disorder, schizotypal personality disorder, OCD obsessive compulsive disorder
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2022-12-101h 14
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthFrom Substance Abuse and Violence To Giving Back - Steven MarkI met Steven in Pine Lodge, an addiction treatment centre, in 2016. I instantly liked him. In fact everyone liked him. He behaved and even looked like members of my own family. When I arrived to Pine Lodge I was riddled with anxiety but Steven's feeling of familiarity he gave me, his humour and laugh help put me at ease. Everyone wanted to sit at his table at mealtime. When he left treatment two weeks into my 28 days, I like to think I filled that vacant position he left behind! Before meeting Steven, however, his life was filled with substance...
2022-12-0355 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthUsing Psychedelics To Treat Extreme Mental Health and Addiction Cases - Mark RizkallahMark Rizkallah is the CEO of Tulua Health, an addiction and mental health treatment facility based in Santa Monica CA. Mark is passionate about new pathways to both mental health and addiction recovery through the use of psychedelics. We also discuss ways people in the US were getting rich off of addicts by manipulating the system in their favour.
Learn more about Tulua Health - https://www.tuluahealth.com
Topics in this episode include addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma
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2022-11-191h 18
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthThe Power of Peer Support - Cece ChengCece Cheng is the founder and CEO of the peer support tech platform, ShareWell. We discuss her past struggles with mental health, toxic relationships, how she found help with peer support and her new company ShareWell. The company is the first to provide a peer-to-peer solution to the mental health crisis by connecting everyday people to each other for mutual support and healing in a safe, virtual environment. The company’s vision is to create a world where everyone has access to the support they need, when they need it.
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2022-11-1249 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthLife with ADHD, Schizoaffective Bipolar and CPTSD - Hailey RoseHailey Rose, one of my most popular, charming and funny guests is back. Back in episode 32 she was just beginning her mental health content journey on Instagram and loving the ride. Today she has been shadow banned by the platform for, well we aren't sure, and it's strongly affected her mental well being, including having suicidal thoughts. We discuss her bipolar, ADHD and her need for a support dog (SPOILER, she get's one!).
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2022-10-291h 02
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthAn American Addict in London - IzzyIzzy is a recent university graduate living in London. A former teetotaler, Izzy let loose during her student days including getting into a toxic relationship. Her life turned chaotic and into a constant party, avoiding her recent trauma and feelings. Today she is in very early recovery and inspiring others through her TikTok live videos.
You can watch her journey, cheer her on and maybe share your experiences with Izzy on her TikTok at ttps://www.tiktok.com/@soberizzyxoxo?_t=8WinQl5jiLu&_r=1
Topics in this episode include addiction, depression, bipolar disorder, a...
2022-10-221h 03
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthSPIRAL the Documentary - Randall and JenniferRandall White is the main character of the new Jennifer Hutchins produced documentary, SPIRAL. SPIRAL is directed by two-time Oscar winner Bill Guttentag and voiced by actress Michelle Trachtenberg. The movie starts off as a love story with Randall and his wife Michelle and ends in a chaotic spiral of tragedy. Michelle suffers from childhood and generational trauma, addiction and bipolar disorder. In this episode we discuss the process of making the movie and the slow demise, from Randall's perspective, of his wife’s mental health.
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2022-10-1558 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthPMDD Took My Daughter's Life - DonnaBachelor fans may recognize Donna Micheletti from an episode of Dr. Phil or from season 14 of The Bachelor. Donna's daughter Gia Allemand, who was a popular cast member that season, took her life in 2013. Gia struggled with suicidal thoughts and attempts in her teen years and was eventually diagnosed with PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder), a disorder that affect roughly 4 million women in the United States. Many women with PMDD are wrongfully diagnosed with bipolar because few doctors know much about PMDD. Sufferers of PMDD are more than 3 times more likely to attempt suicide than the average woman. Donna is o...
2022-10-0858 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthSkin Picking Nearly Ruined Her Life - Angela HartlinThis week, October 1 - 7 is BFRB (Body Focused Repetitive Behaviour) Awareness Week and so I speak with perhaps BFRB's biggest advocate. Angela Hartlin is an author, advocate and stars in the documentary Scars of Shame. In her book 'FOREVER MARKED: A Dermatillomania Diary' she describes her life of depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation and most of all her battle with dermatillomania, the compulsion to pick her skin. We discuss all of this, other BFRBs and some strategies on how to approach loved ones with a BFRB.
You can follow Angela on Instagram at angelahartin and at skinpickingsupport
2022-10-0158 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthLove on the Spectrum - Jimmy and SharnaeJimmy and Sharnae are the wildly popular couple from the wildly popular Netflix show Love on the Spectrum. Their relationship was featured on both season 1 and 2. We discuss their time on the show, having a TV wedding, ADHD, dating on the spectrum and so much more. Honestly I don't think I've met a more lovely and loving couple. The support and admiration they have for each other is invaluable and the envy of many. It was my absolute privilege and honour speaking with them both!
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2022-09-2459 min
DLWeekly Podcast - Disneyland News and InformationDLW 253: T&T’s Disneyland and Oogie Boogie Bash Wrap UpThis week, a short lived parade is returning, new nighttime entertainment for Disney 100 coming early next year, Magic Band news, the new hotel name is announced, Grad Nites are getting pricier, we talk about our Oogie Boogie Bash experience, and more!
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2022-09-211h 21
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthThe Revolutionized Mind And The Pressures of Competing In High Level Sports - AngelicaAngelica is a mental health podcaster and experienced sufferer of depression. As a teen she went through a bought of self harm and suicidal ideation. Her outlet was soccer, maybe to a fault. She was competitive to the point she was accepted to schools with top soccer programs. However, injuries changed her plan for life. The Revolutionized Mind is Angelica's podcast and new passion.
listen to The Revolutionized Mind here
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and on Instagram at therevolutionizedmind
Topics in this episode include depression, anxiety, suicide
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2022-09-1749 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthDon't Hate Me Because I'm a Narcissist - TessaTessa is a 24 year old woman diagnosed with NPD (narcissistic personality disorder). She created an Instagram account to educate people about her diagnosis, relationship, struggles and ending the stigma against those diagnosed with NPD. Like many mental illnesses and disorders, empathy and patience is needed from others for narcissists because NPD is often spawned through trauma. However, gone untreated like substance abuse disorder, those diagnosed with NPD can hurt those closest to them...It's complicated.
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2022-09-101h 23
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthThe Coffin Confessor - Bill EdgarPeople hire Bill while on their death beds to say or do something at their funerals or to do some tasks before they pass. Bill provides the service of 'peace of mind' to his clients before their expiration. Bill has written a book about, not only his fascinating job, but also about his life of severe sexual and physical abuse, crime, retribution and compensation for those he wronged. There is now a movie and reality tv show in the works based on his work and life.
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2022-09-031h 01
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthI Work In Mental Health And I Suffer From Mental Health Disorders - CassieCassie is a mental health professional who lives with mental health disorders and had a mental breakdown at work. We discuss her up bringing, her traumas, imposter syndrome, therapy modalities and how she is coping today. Cassie, not only uses her training, but also her life experiences to help others work through their struggles. With no book, podcast, or anything else to promote, Cassie just wants to share her story for others to relate and to know that recovery from trauma and disorders is possible!
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Topics in this episode include depression, anxiety, tr...
2022-08-271h 15
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthLife with DID (Dissociative Identity Disorder) - TrashIf you have suffered sexual or physical abuse you may be triggered at times in this episode. Trash lives their life with dissociative identity disorder (formerly known as multiple personality disorder), histrionic personality disorder, schizotypal and OCD. I connected with Trash trough TikTok, where they were scribbling viewers of their TikToc live all over their body. As it turns out, it's been a beneficial activity when it comes to treating their DID. Thrash's purpose is to spread awareness, educate people about their disorders and to help others that maybe suffering. Their story is a heartbreaking one filled with traumatic...
2022-08-201h 09
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthMy life with Schizophrenia - Michelle HammerHave you ever wondered what a schizophrenic episode really looks like? Michelle is a 30's something living in New York and she wondered what one of her own episodes looked like. She now has security cameras in her apartment to capture her episodes for her viewing and the world's. She shares her videos on her social media accounts to show folks how schizophrenia presents itself in her life and to prove she isn't scary nor a criminal. Michelle is an amazing advocate, podcaster, artist, clothing and graphic designer. Follow any of her links to support her and to pick...
2022-08-1354 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthWork Place Bullying Has Broke Me and Social Media Has Saved Me - Paul "Fluffy" SinclairFluffy is an Australian TikTok star and #gayfarmer. His videos are charming and filled with curse words. Fluffy even has has his own merchandise with his catch phrase on it. However, a few weeks back Fluffy's videos took a turn when he opened up about his mental health and recent bullying at work. He openly broke down, sobbed and told the world 'they broke me'. Fluffy and I discuss his sudden TikTok fame and how his audience has responded to his recent challenges.
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2022-08-061h 08
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthGrowing Up Silenced; Growing Up Around Mental Illness Part 2 - Daniella PonticelliWhen we last left Daniella, she was a teen living with an ill father in an unhealthy home. Her mother was beginning to open up to Daniella and began counting on her as a support. Daniella was starting to have behaviour problems as her family just moved to a new neighbourhood and school. This episode concludes Daniella’s story, Growing Silenced; Growing Up Around Mental Illness.
Topics include depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, PTSD, generational trauma
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2022-07-3047 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthGrowing Up Silenced; Growing Up Around Mental Illness - Daniella PonticelliThis is an episode I've been wanting to do for a long time! We've heard first hand experiences from people suffering from mental illness, professionals, parents and siblings but this episode is from the perspective of a child. This week I speak with Daniella. Daniella is a journalist that grew up in a house with mental illness. Not only did she live with an ill parent but her family also immigrated to Canada when she was a child. She explains how these challenges affected her own mental health growing up and how they still affect her today. Daniella's story...
2022-07-2355 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthI Was a Gray Area Drinker - Emily RobertsIts summer time and its time to get your drink on!!!...or is it? Emily is a young mother and wife. She transitioned from college to mother so quickly that her college drinking didn't have time to transition with her. She says she was a grey area drinker, not a social drinker but not a compulsive drinker. However her drinking was starting to cause some issues in her family. This is her story on how and why she stopped drinking and what her life is like now. Emily is also an AMAZING podcaster. Her podcast A Sober Story Podcast...
2022-07-091h 00
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthMedical Assistance In Dying When it Comes to Mental Illness and Health - Dr.Sonu GaindIn 2023 Canada is set to allow medical assistance in dying for people with mental illness and mental health struggles with the passing of Bill C7. In this episode I speak with Dr. Sonu Gaind, U of T professor, Chief of Psychiatry at Humber River Hospital and Physician chair of that hospitals MAiD (Medical Assistance in Dying) team. We discuss the dangerous precedent it sets in Canada, how one with mental health issues gets MAiD, and the problem of the wording in who is eligible to be MAiD. You need to listen to this episode and you need to share...
2022-07-021h 05
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthAm I Thriving or Surviving - Deena AlDeena is a beautiful, quirky soul, filled with passion and compassion. We became quick instagram friends and I hosted numerous Instagram live talks with her. Now she is this weeks guest and she discusses with me the spectrum between being stuck in survival mode and thriving.
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2022-06-181h 09
DLWeekly Podcast - Disneyland News and InformationDLW 239: Disneyana President Nicolasa Part 2This week, Halloween Time festivities have been announced, Oogie Boogie Bash dates are revealed, Grad Nite reunion information, drones could be coming to Disneyland spectaculars in the future, we finish our discussion with Nicolasa from Disneyana, and more!
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2022-06-151h 42
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthI'm a Stand Up Comedian With Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, OCD - Big Daddy TazzI know I've talked with a few stand up comedians lately but I just had to speak with one more. Big Daddy Tazz lives with bipolar disorder, ADHD and OCD. His comedy is not just hilarious but also riddled with mental health stories and inspiration. talk to your local theatre, community group or comedy club to book him, I promise you won't regret it!
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Topics include depression, anxiety, suicide, bipolar disorder, ADHD, OCD, trauma
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2022-06-121h 09
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthTrauma is the Root Cause of My Borderline Personality Disorder - Jason FarranceJason is a UK student, working to become a clinical psychologist. He is also diagnosed as having borderline personality disorder. Jason and I talk about his traumas that are a cause to his BPD, stigmas around cluster B personalities, some of his symptoms and treatments, Amber Heard and his mental health podcast, The Rainy Days Podcast.
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2022-06-041h 11
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthThe Real 'Dirty John' Killer - Terra NewellTerra Newell is a blonde, sweet, young, Orange County girl who in 2016 stabbed her mother's husband and Terra's would be attacker to death. You may know this story better as Dirty John, the now famous podcast, documentary and TV series. Terra and I discuss her trauma, PTSD, therapy modalities and her work as a life coach and author.
Topics include abuse, trauma, PTSD, anxiety
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2022-05-2853 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthThe World's Worst (and best) Motivational Speaker - Rodney NormanYou may not know the name Rodney Norman but you likely know his face as his one video has been shared roughly 300 million times. He is the wild, white haired and bearded guy that rambles out inspiring words in short clips all over social media. Turns out Rodney is a philosopher, former marine, mormon, libertarian and stand up comedian, not to mention a REALLY great guy! The audio quality at times isn't the best but Rodney's episode is top notch. Follow him on social media and order some merchandise from his website today!
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2022-05-211h 00
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthThe Mental Health Affects of Being 'Canceled' - Katie HerzogKatie Herzog is a queer journalist and podcaster. In 2017 Katie wrote an article about trans people that transitioned back to their birth sex. Katie didn't expect the results that followed. A small but loud group made her life hell. She received endless hate online, she lost several friends, posters calling her a Nazi sympathizer were put up and she was shunned by co-workers. Today she is a popular co-host of the podcast Blocked and Reported. Katie and I discuss the emotional and mental health affects of being 'canceled'.
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2022-05-1400 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthI Spent 26 Years In the Military and Now Suffer With PTSD - Christian LillingtonThis week I’m speaking with author and retired military man, Christian Lillington, about his new book Parade State Zero: Leaving Military Leadership to Survive. Christian describes his 26 years in the military, being deployed three separate occasions, civilian life and coming to terms with his suffering of PTSD.
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Topics include PTSD, depression, anxiety, suicide
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2022-05-071h 00
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthI'm a Stand Up Comedian With Generalized Anxiety Disorder - Jeremy HotzYou may have seen my next guest on The Late Show with David Letterman and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. He is Jeremy Hotz, stand up comedian and sufferer of generalized anxiety disorder. Jeremy takes his support dog, a long haired chihuahua named Shack, every where he goes, including on tour. Jeremy is currently touring Canada with his Marquis de Sad Tour. Buy your tickets and find dates to a city near you here! https://jeremyhotz.com
Topics include GAD, generalized anxiety disorder, anxiety, depression, panic
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2022-04-301h 03
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthSurviving the Crash - Chad Mierau and Spencer MichelJanuary 2016 Chad lost his little sister Chandra, her husband Jordan, and their two kids Kamryn and Miguire to a drunk driver, Catherine McKay. Catherine survived the crash with a few minor bumps and scratches. Chad talks about his heart break in his new book Surviving the Crash. In writing his book, Chad met with Catherine's children. Chad's capability to forgive has set him on a journey with connection. Spencer, Catherine's son, now calls Chad a brother and a mentor. The world could use more people like Chad and Spencer.
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2022-04-231h 07
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthI Have Multiple Children With FASD (Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder) and It's Mentally Hard For Everyone - Robbie SealeRobbie Seale is a mother to multiple children with FASD. Over the last 20 years of parenting, she has gained priceless knowledge on the subject. Not only does the stigma and misdiagnosis affect children with FASD, but after speaking with Robbie, it clearly affects the mental health of parents and care givers. Robbie has a podcast dedicated to supporting those who are affected by FASD and educate those who educating. Her podcast FASD Family Life is available on most podcasts platforms.
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2022-04-161h 12
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthI Have OCD and Created a New Therapy Modality To Help Others - Ilisa KaufmanPsychologist and experienced sufferer of OCD, Ilisa Kaufman, has created her own type of therapy she calls RIP-R. This new therapy helps with OCD, addiction and any other compulsive obsessive behavioral problems. She offers online courses and therapy for her RIP-R therapy. Ilisa is based out of Miami Florida.
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Topics include OCD, obsessive compulsive disorder, addiction, trauma
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2022-04-091h 01
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthI'm An Accidental Killer - Chris YawRev. Chris Yaw is a co founder of Accidental Impacts, a group dedicated to help people that have accidentally taken someones life. As many as 30 thousand people accidentally kill per year in the USA, often in car crashes, at work or at home. Many accidental killers feel embarrassment, shame, guilt, and PTSD from their experiences. If you or someone you know is suffering from a similar situation please contact Accidental Impacts at https://accidentalimpacts.org .
Topics include trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety
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2022-04-0258 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthHow and Why Different Genders Deal With Their Emotions and Mental Health - Dr. Tracy DalgleishDr Tracy Dalgleish is an Ottawa based relationship expert, author, speaker and podcaster. We discuss the differences between genders in regards to how they express emotions, ask for help, and deal with mental health. Ladies, why don't your male partners open up, why do they express anger, and what type of language is safe to use? Men, why do small things set you off, why is your female partner so emotional, and why don't you feel safe talking about your emotions. Dr Tracy is extremely knowledgeable and gives amazing insight to these questions and more.
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2022-03-1955 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthLosing Everything to Meth Including My Child - Daniel 'Unmanageable' HearnStarting with alcohol and weed use, Dan eventually started using cocaine and smoking meth. We talk about using with his mate, being on Methadone, losing his child and hitting rock bottom. Today Dan is in recovery and a successful live streamer and podcaster. You can watch his show Hard Knox Talks on Sunday nights live on Twitch and Facebook live, or anytime on YouTube. In fact you can see me on Hard Knox Talks tomorrow March 6th 2022!
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https://www.hardknoxtalks.com
2022-03-0557 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthI Didn't Leave My House For Four Years Because of Fear - RachelRachel is all the way from Edinburgh Scotland. She talks about her past suffering with Emetophobia, the fear of all things involving throwing up. Rachel's fears were so severe that it turned into agoraphobia and she didn't left her house for 4 years other than to let her dog out. The phobia took over her life. Listen to how she managed, suffered and ultimately recovered.
Topics in this episode include depression, anxiety, emetophobia, agoraphobia
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2022-02-181h 06
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthWhen Grief is Too Much to Handle - David PopeDavid, a grief counsellor, and I discuss emotions connected with grief including anger, shame, guilt and how we can get 'stuck' in some of these emotions and how some may actually help us to move on. I learned that grief is complicated especially when a complicated relationships are involved. David is an incredibly sweet and gentle man. If he is your counsellor, consider yourself lucky! follow David on Instagram @healyourgrief
Topics include grief, trauma, depression, anxiety
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2022-02-0555 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthI Live With Bipolar, Schizoaffective Disorder, Psychosis, Body Dysmorphia, ADHD aaaand Comedy! -Hailey RoseHailey Rose is a rising Instagram star (@mind.over.mood)! Hailey's Instagram account is filled with comedic skits, memes, and funny observations on her struggles with being bipolar, her schizoaffective disorder, body dysmorphia and more. I highly suggest following her! Not only is she funny but she is smart and caring. Her agenda is to make mental illness a bit less scary and to let folks know we are just everyday people with health conditions.
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2022-01-221h 37
Bunny Hugs and Mental Health#sicknotweak I'm a Sports Journalist, Mental Health Advocate and Sufferer of Depression - Michael LandsbergMichael Landsberg is a Canadian sports journalist, former host of TSN's Off the Record and mental health advocate. Michael also has his own charity #sicknotweak where he has started a movement to end the stigma around mental health. In his 2012 documentary, Darkness and Hope: Depression, Sports and Me, he speaks about his struggles with depression and anxiety with other sufferers including well known sports celebrities.
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Watch Michael's documentary here https://www.tsn.ca/video/darkness-and-hope-depression-sports-and-me~1865563
Topics include anxiety, depression, suicide
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2022-01-081h 01
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthSon of Beloved Actor Robin Williams, Addict In Recovery and Sufferer of Depression - Zak WilliamsZak is the oldest child of the beloved actor and comedian Robin Williams. We discuss his past struggles with addiction, traumas, his product Pym Mood Chews, and the charity Bring Change To Mind, co-founded by actor Glenn Close. It was a real pleasure talking with such is a down to earth, caring and passionate man.
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Topics include depression, psychosis, anxiety, addiction, suicide
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2021-12-1159 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthWhat It's Like Being On the Spectrum and the Challenges of Raising a Child With Autism -The Johnson FamilyTeague has been diagnosed with being on the autism spectrum and with that he suffers other conditions that accompany autism; conditions like ADHD and anxiety. His parents Garth and Kathryn also talk to me about parenting someone with autism. Over the years they experienced guilt, grief, resentment as well as adoration for their son. The Johnsons are an incredibly loving, warm, hospitable and open family.
Topics include autism, ADHD, grief, depression, anxiety
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2021-11-271h 11
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthI Thought the Chinese Government Was Spying On Me - Megan ZongMegan Zong is an actress and playwright. Megan wrote and assistant directed her play Unmasked this September at Latroupdujour in Saskatoon. Unmasked is about her struggles with Psychosis. I met with Megan just before one of the final performances and we discuss her past battles with psychosis, her hospital stays, the mental health system and her play Unmasked.
Topics in this episode include psychosis, depression, anxiety, trauma
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2021-11-1353 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthI Got Severe PTSD From My Time On Jury Duty - Mark FarrantMark served on a jury for a first degree murder case that lasted 4 months. During those four months jury endured multiple graphic images and discussions. The months following the trial, Mark discovered he was suffering from PTSD. While looking for help, Mark quickly realized there was not really any help for jurors after the trial ended. Mark has advocated and now jurors across Canada are offered free counselling after the trial ends. He is now the CEO and President at the Canadian Juries Commission.
Topics include trauma, PTSD, depression
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2021-10-3059 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthAuthor and Postpartum Psychosis Survivor - Carla Joan O'ReillyI speak to author, speaker, postpartum psychosis survivor and advocate Carla Joan O'Reilly. Carla's latest book T.U.R.N. O.N. T.H.E. S.W.I.T.C.H. is filled with 15 tools you can use to turn your mental health around. We discuss her struggles, transformation and successes.
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2021-10-1658 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthAnger!! Why Do We Feel It and How Do We Process It? - Bob RennebohmIn this episode I speak to clinical social worker, and my cousin, Bob Rennebohm about anger. We discuss the biology of anger, treatments, mindfulness and the connection between anger and mental health. Sit back, relax and enjoy this episode all about anger.
Topics include anger, anxiety, depression
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2021-10-0254 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthMental Health In Politics - Dale RichardsonIn this episode I speak to Dale Richardson, podcast host of the show Persist, a podcast all about mental health in politics. Dale is also the Saskatchewan Podcast Network creator, host of Talk 306 and a former Brad Wall staffer. Just in time for our latest federal election!
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Topics include depression, anxiety
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2021-09-2046 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthLosing a Teenaged Son To Suicide : Kye - Wanda and Chris BallI speak to Wanda and Chris Ball, two incredibly strong people, about the heart breaking loss of their son Kye. Kye was days away from turning 17 when he took his own life. The three of us discuss Kye's journey with mental illness, the mental health system, the day of his death and the advocacy they are doing now. -note- This episode gets heavy at times.
Topics include addiction, depression, borderline personality disorder, BPD, suicide, grief
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2021-09-041h 04
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthLife With Anxiety, Panic Attacks, OCD, Grief, and Fatherhood - Skyler AndersonSkyler Anderson is an actor, artist, playwright, director and all around great guy. We discuss being a male that struggles with, at times, extreme anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, grieving, parenting and...pooping. Enjoy!
Topics include anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, grief
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2021-08-211h 11
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthI Was a Patient in My Local Psych Ward, Now I Work There - Heather AshtonHeather and her older brother have both spent time as a patient on the psych ward, Heather for an eating disorder in her youth and her brother for depression brought on by his Aspergers. Heather is now a psych nurse on the same ward she once spent time on. We discuss her journey from patient to nurse. Heather's life experience and kind demeanour makes her the ideal psych nurse!
Topics include eating disorders, autism, depression, anxiety, ODD, oppositional defiant disorder
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2021-08-071h 06
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthPart 2 Intergenerational Trauma in the Indigenous Community - Erin GoodpipeThis episode is part 2 of my conversation with Erin Goodpipe. We continue our conversation about how colonialism, residential schools, racism and other factors have contributed to intergenerational trauma and mental well being in the Indigenous community in Canada.
Topics include addiction, overdose, intergenerational trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, abuse
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2021-07-3149 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthWhat is PMDD? - Sandi MacDonaldIn this episode I speak to Sandi MacDonald, the co-founder and Executive Director of the IAPMD (International Association For Premenstrual Disorders), about PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). What is that? It is a little known Mental Health Condition that affect women/AFAB, likely much more women than we think. Currently 1 in 20 women are diagnosed but numbers are likely much much higher. Many women are misdiagnosed with being bipolar, when in fact they have PMDD. Be prepared to learn a lot!
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2021-07-2454 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthIntergenerational Trauma in the Indigenous Community - Erin GoodpipeThis episode I speak to Erin Goodpipe. She is the host of The Other Side on APTN, playwright, producer and performer of the play Making Treaty 4. She speaks to me about losing her mother to a drug overdose, living in and out of foster care, and how residential schools and colonialism has created intergenerational trauma that, not just her family, but all Indigenous families in the country face. Erin is a strong Indigenous woman who is dedicated to healing and educating others.
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2021-07-1743 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthMental health in the Prison System - Kayleigh LafontaineI speak to former corrections officer and Executive Director at the Elizabeth Fry Society of Saskatchewan, Kayleigh Lafontaine. She talks about the mental issues plaguing prison staff and inmates in the province as well as prison reform and abolishment.
Topics include depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma
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2021-07-1059 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthI Experienced Postpartum Depression, Anxiety and Rage - Jilly HyndmanIn this episode I speak to a long time friend, Jilly Hyndman is a long time friend. We discuss her struggles with postpartum depression, anxiety and rage. Jilly is a professional life leadership and death coach, facilitator and trainer.
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Topics include postpartum depression, anxiety, suicide
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2021-07-031h 10
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthGrowing Up in the Mormon Church as a Gay Male - Brayden CrawfordI speak to my good friend Brayden. In honour of Pride month, we discuss his struggles with growing up in the Mormon church as a gay male, the trauma it caused and the effect it had on his mental health. We also talk about pressures and some common struggles within the LGBTQ+ community.
Topics include trauma, depression, anxiety
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2021-06-2653 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthComing Out as a Trans Woman - Juniper ElvinHappy Pride Month! In this episode I talk to Juniper. When I first met Juniper she was a gay male, today she is a trans woman. Juniper came out as trans only a couple months ago but she has known in her heart for sometime. We discuss her early life living with anxiety and depression, addiction and mental health issues within the queer community, the stress of coming out gay and then trans plus that affect on her life, relationship and family. I appreciate Juniper's humour, candidness, and willingness to educate and answer peoples curious questions. I'm so happy...
2021-06-191h 02
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthThe Language We Use Around Addictions and the Damage it Can Cause - Dr. Kara FletcherIn this episode I talk to Dr. Kara Fletcher. Kara has conducted a study on the language we use around the topic of addiction. An overarching theme soon emerged: words matter. Words like 'junkie', 'abuser', 'clean/dirty' has a serious affect on how 'addicts' view themselves which in turn perpetuates the already negative stigma regarding addiction.
You can watch Kara present her research findings here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TR9ozr55UxU
Topics include addiction, depression, anxiety
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2021-06-1250 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthI Went to Afghanistan and Came Home With PTSD - Dan ScheuerpflugDan, an Afghan veteran, talks to me about PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder) and what that looks like for him. Since returning home from Afghanistan, Dan has been on disability, lost a marriage, suffers from nightmares and a fear of crowds. Dan continues to deal with his PTSD with his new therapy horse and his new partner.
Topics include PTSD, trauma, depression, anxiety
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2021-06-051h 02
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthMy Childhood Trauma Affected my Eating Disorders, Addiction, and Borderline Personality Disorder - Angela SingerAngela Singer tells her story of childhood trauma, recovering from an eating disorder, borderline personality disorder, and addiction. She is now in recovery and letting others know that recovery is possible, no matter the disorder.
Topics include eating disorders, addiction, sexual abuse, borderline personality disorder, depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD
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2021-05-2957 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthThe Inner Man Project - Shayne Cockerill and Dylan EckesIn this episode I speak to a couple mental health rock stars from Medicine Hat Alberta, Shayne Cockerill and Dylan Eckes. Shayne and Dylan are the co-founders of the Inner Man Project, a project they started after a rash of suicides by men in their city. IMP offers many services which include hosting numerous peer groups fro men. Their members are not only from all over Alberta but from all over Canada and the world. Shayne and Dylan even host their own podcast The Inner Man Show available on Apple podcast and Spotify.
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2021-05-2250 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthI was seconds away from taking my life when... - Tyson WilliamsI speak to a great guy with a great story, his name is Tyson Williams. Tyson has experience suffering with anxiety and depression. Only moments away from taking his life, Tyson was saved by a conversation he heard on television. He reached out and made a fast and unlikely friend with one of those people he heard that night on tv.
Topics include suicide, depression, anxiety
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2021-05-1554 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthWhat You Need to Know About Eating Disorders - Dr.Ayisha KurjiI discuss eating disorders with Dr.Ayisha Kurji. I learn some common disorders, warning signs in adolescents, physical dangers, what treatment looks like and some misconceptions.
Topics include eating disorders, trauma, depression, anxiety
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2021-05-0850 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthLosing a Loved One to a Drug Overdose - Taylor BalfourThe lovely Taylor Balfour is the editor and chief of the Carillon newspaper at the University of Regina. 2 years ago she lost her sister and best friend, Rachel, to a drug overdose. We discuss Rachel, stigma, the opioid crisis and the need for places like Prairie Harm Reduction in our cities.
Topics include depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, overdose
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2021-05-011h 04
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthI Lost Multiple Family Members to Suicide - Megan BurstykMegan is a small town Saskatchewan girl who lost her father, 2 sisters and a brother to suicide. It's a harrowing story of abuse, loss and strength.
Topics include trauma, PTSD, addiction, depression, suicide, abuse
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2021-04-2450 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthProtesting in Favour of the Suicide Prevention Bill - Tristen DurocherThe incredible Tristen Durocher walked almost 700km, set up camp on the lawn of the Legislative Assembly and fasted for 44 days. Not only did Tristen have to fight the wind, sun, rain, bugs, hunger pain, and antagonists, he also had to fight for his right to hold his ceremony in the park. Listen to his incredible story!
Topics include suicide, PTSD, generational trauma, depression, anxiety
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2021-04-1744 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthPrairie Harm Reduction and the Need For Safe Consumption Sites - Jason MecrediJason Mecredi is from the amazing Prairie Harm Reduction in Saskatoon. The provincial budget was released April 6th and Prairie Harm Reduction received $0 funding for their safe consumption site. I talk to Jason about that and about all the amazing services they provide.
Topics include addiction, generational trauma, PTSD
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2021-04-1059 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthHomelessness, Opioid Crisis, and PTSD Within the Force - Police Chief Evan BrayIn this episode I talk to the Chief of Police in Regina SK, Evan Bray. We discuss the opioid crisis, record numbers of over doses, homelessness, the PACT (police and crisis team) and PTSD. Enjoy!
Topics include addiction, PTSD, generational trauma
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2021-04-1051 min
Bunny Hugs and Mental HealthI Murdered a Woman While Driving Drunk - Ted GrossEpisode 1 finally released! In this episode I talk to Ted Gross. In 1998 Ted killed a young lady, Melissa Hoeving, while drinking and driving. Ted tells his story of addiction, guilt, prison and educating people of the dangers of drinking and driving.
Topics include addiction, PTSD, trauma, grief
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2021-04-1048 min