As Mental Health Awareness Month begins, NAMI is talking about ways to take the moment for our mental health. Guest host Alessandra Torresani is joined by artist Alex Alpert to explore how art can act as a coping strategy when faced with mental health challenges. The pair also discusses how communication and community can be keys to navigating life, especially when diagnosed with mental health conditions. You can find additional episodes of this NAMI podcast and others at nami.org/podcast.

In this episode of NAMI’s podcast, NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr. speaks to mental health advocate and Peloton instructor, Jon Hosking. They will discuss the barriers for men seeking mental health care, stress awareness and the intersection of mental health and physical health.You can find additional episodes of this NAMI podcast and others at nami.org/podcast.

In March NAMI recognized National Criminal Justice Month, and guest host Hannah Wesolowski, NAMI’s Chief Advocacy Officer, sat down to chat with Bureau of Justice Assistance Director Karhlton Moore about criminal justice and mental health. Tune in to hear about how the Bureau of Justice Assistance is supporting innovation in communities across the country through collaboration between criminal justice systems and mental health organizations. He will also share insights about how 988 is playing a role in justice system diversion and the hope he sees visiting communities across the country.You can find additional episodes of this NAMI podcast and others at nami.org/podcast.

March 30 is World Bipolar Day, and NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr. is chatting with speaker Gabe Howard, who hosts the podcasts “Inside Mental Health” and “Inside Bipolar,” about living a full life with bipolar disorder. Tune in to hear about Gabe’s firsthand experience living with bipolar disorder, and how he has worked to reduce mental health stigma. We’ll also touch on topics such as the evolving conversation surrounding mental health, how best to support those living with bipolar disorder and how we hold onto hope. Learn more about Gabe at gabehoward.com. You can find additional episodes of this NAMI podcast and others at nami.org/podcast.

During Black History Month, guest host and manager of HBCU engagement Juno Pitchford speaks with award-winning author Antonia Hylton about her newly released book, "Madness: Race and Insanity in a Jim Crow Asylum." Tune in to hear more about the legacy of slavery and segregation in mental health care, and what possibilities for change and healing can look like.You can find additional episodes of this NAMI podcast and others at nami.org/podcast.

For the first episode of Black History Month, NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr. speaks with Dr. Mikah Owen and Dr. Roy Wade Jr. about the long-term mental and physical health effects of racism and adverse childhood experiences, and what we can do on an individual and societal level to address the symptoms and causes of these toxic stressors. Tune in to hear about real life examples, what the research says and actionable next steps each of us can take. You can find additional episodes of this NAMI podcast and others at nami.org/podcast.

As we gear up for the superbowl, NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr. speaks with former NFL players Rob Robertson and Devin Funchess about their personal journeys with mental health, the pressures of professional sports and life after football. You can find additional episodes of this NAMI podcast and others at nami.org/podcast.

On this first episode of the year, NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr. speaks with international motivational speaker, certified life coach and best selling author Steven Anthony King about how we can harness the power of purpose, positivity and perseverance to manifest healing in 2024.You can find additional episodes of this NAMI podcast and others at nami.org/podcast.

During the holiday season, which can bring up a variety of emotions for many, NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr. speaks with NAMI’s National Director of HelpLine Services Dawn Brown about how people can find help and hope through the resources on NAMI's free National HelpLine.You can find additional episodes of this NAMI podcast and others at nami.org/podcast.

Tune in to hear NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr. speak with social media influencer and mental health advocate Kody Green about his experience with schizophrenia and how comedy can help spread awareness and people cope.You can find additional episodes of this NAMI podcast and others at nami.org/podcast.