Hope Starts With Us

Tune in for a conversation between American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) Senior Vice President of Research Dr. Jill Harkavy-Friedman and NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr. During their conversation, the pair discusses the ways that both NAMI and AFSP turn science into hopeful action for people affected by either mental health conditions or suicide. Listeners will hear from Dr. Jill Harkavy-Friedman what research has been inspiring hope for her, themes of impactful interventions, and...

In this episode, Peloton instructor and singer Camila Ramón joins guest host, Dr. Christine Crawford, NAMI’s chief medical officer. Camila Ramón has led a lifelong journey with exercise and fitness at the core, first as a dancer in her youth and now as a cycling, running, and strength instructor with Peloton. Her experiences weren’t always full of acceptance and body positivity, though. Together, Camila and Dr. Crawford explore navigating Hispanic cultural expectations, repairing relationship...

Ahead of National Voter Registration Day, this episode explores the importance of advocacy and taking action by voting for mental health. Brandon Graham, NAMI’s director of advocacy, joined NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr. for a conversation about advocating about mental health and how people can get involved. Throughout their discussion, Brandon will also share the top reasons to vote for mental health and resources for making sure listeners are ready to vote this November. Learn more...

Anyone starting a business can expect to run into some hurdles along the way. Our guest for this episode, Michelle Hammer of clothing brand Schizophrenic.NYC, is a business owner living with schizophrenia and advocating for mental health. During this episode, listeners will hear from Michelle about her experiences receiving mental health diagnoses, what prompted her activism, how she navigates being a business owner, and what she wishes others knew about living with schizophrenia. You c...

Kristen Doute joins NAMI Chief Medical Officer Dr. Christine Crawford to explore her first year of parenthood and the highs and lows that came with it. Throughout their conversation, Kristen and Dr. Crawford discuss Kristen’s experiences with mental health, infertility, and new motherhood. From making the decision to become a parent to understanding how one’s identity may change after parenthood, many parents may see themselves in Kristen’s journey. Tune in for a transparent chat about these ...