A.J. is a veteran of the war in Iraq, who went through periods of depression beginning in high school. Years after he returned home from the war, A.J. was diagnosed with Bipolar 1 and PTSD. Subscribe to The SadCast in iTunes and Google Play Music and receive new episodes automatically when they premiere every Thursday. Get connected on social media with The SadCast. Find us on Twitter @sadcastpod and Facebook at facebook.com/thesadcast.

This week, Joe talks to Lacey about Bipolar Disorder. What do you know about it? More importantly, what don't you know? Lacey opens up about her struggles and how she raises two kids while being bipolar. Subscribe to The SadCast in iTunes and Google Play Music and receive new episodes automatically when they premiere every Thursday. Get connected on social media with The SadCast. Find us on Twitter @sadcastpod and Facebook at facebook.com/thesadcast.

This week Joe is joined by Mitch, one of his best friends. Mitch isn't someone who is typically anxious or depressed, so the conversation starts out discussing the differences between how the two see the world. But they go into a few different directions leading to an interesting discussion. Subscribe to The SadCast in iTunes and Google Play Music and receive new episodes automatically when they premiere every Thursday. Get connected on social media with The SadCast. Find us on Twitter @sadcastpod and Facebook at facebook.com/thesadcast.

When people think of mental health, most assume only adults are concerned about it. But what about kids? Joe talks to Sara, a school psychologist who sees the reality of how difficult it is being child coming of age. Subscribe to The SadCast in iTunes and Google Play Music and receive new episodes automatically when they premiere every Thursday. Get connected on social media with The SadCast. Find us on Twitter @sadcastpod and Facebook at facebook.com/thesadcast.

Joe talks to Alexandra, who opens up about being raped, getting diagnosed with PTSD, and continuing to live her life. Subscribe to The SadCast in iTunes and Google Play Music and receive new episodes automatically when they premiere every Thursday. Get connected on social media with The SadCast. Find us on Twitter @sadcastpod and Facebook at facebook.com/thesadcast.

Joe talks to his boss, Paulie, who's lived with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder his entire life. Subscribe to The SadCast in iTunes and Google Play Music and receive new episodes automatically when they premiere every Thursday. Get connected on social media with The SadCast. Find us on Twitter @sadcastpod and Facebook at facebook.com/thesadcast.

Joe talks with his pal Matt, a fellow radio broadcaster. Matt opens up about being bullied, having low self-esteem, and how he copes with having to be in the spotlight. Subscribe to The SadCast in iTunes and Google Play Music and receive new episodes automatically when they premiere every Thursday. Get connected on social media with The SadCast. Find us on Twitter @sadcastpod and Facebook at facebook.com/thesadcast.

An injury forced Mel out of roller derby competition, so how does she still use it as an outlet for her mental health?

Joe talks to Mel, who's been dealing with anxiety and depression most of her life. In Part 1 of our conversation, you'll hear how she was able to find an activity to help break out of her shell and become more comfortable. New episodes of The SadCast: A Mental Health Podcast with Joe Salzone premiere every Thursday morning. Subscribe for free in iTunes and Google Play Music.

Joe talks to KROCK personality Griffin, who opens up about his childhood depression, weight gain, and his journey toward a healthier life.