Untangling the Chords
Untangling the Chords
WFUV News
A 2018 study from the Music Industry Research Association found that 50 percent of musicians reported battling symptoms of depression. That’s compared with less than 25 percent of the general adult population. We wanted to find out why. Untangling the Chords is a podcast from WFUV News and Sound Mind Live focusing on the relationship between music and mental health. In this podcast, mental health experts, advocates and musicians will share their expertise and experiences on the issue of mental health, and provide practical advice on how to handle mental health challenges.
Untangling the Chords: Episode 8
A 2018 study from the Music Industry Research Association found that 50 percent of musicians reported battling symptoms of depression. That’s compared with less than 25 percent of the general adult population. We wanted to find out why. Untangling the Chords is a podcast from WFUV News and Sound Mind Live focusing on the relationship between music and mental health. In this podcast, mental health experts, advocates and musicians will share their expertise and experiences on the issue of mental health, and provide practical advice on how to handle mental health challenges.  In episode 8 we’re talking with we’re talking with Peter Jampel, a professor of music therapy at New York University, about the healing effects music can have on people with mental illness. If you or someone you know is struggling with a mental health issue, check out Sound Mind Live's Mental Health Resource Toolkit. 
Sep 4, 2020
22 min
Untangling the Chords: Episode 7
A 2018 study from the Music Industry Research Association found that 50 percent of musicians reported battling symptoms of depression. That’s compared with less than 25 percent of the general adult population.We wanted to find out why. Untangling the Cords is a podcast from WFUV News and Sound Mind Live focusing on the relationship between music and mental health. In this podcast, mental health experts, advocates and musicians will share their expertise and experiences on the issue of mental health, and provide practical advice on how to handle mental health challenges.  In this episode we’re talking with Al Andrews, the founder and executive director at Porter’s Call, a non-profit organization based in Franklin, Tennessee that provides free mental health services to recording artists and their families. If you or someone you know is struggling with a mental health issue, check out Sound Mind Live's Mental Health Resource Toolkit. 
Aug 28, 2020
18 min
Untangling the Chords: Episode 6
A 2018 study from the Music Industry Research Association found that 50 percent of musicians reported battling symptoms of depression. That’s compared with less than 25 percent of the general adult population. We wanted to find out why. Untangling the Chords is a podcast from WFUV News and Sound Mind Live focusing on the relationship between music and mental health. In this podcast, mental health experts, advocates and musicians will share their expertise and experiences on the issue of mental health, and provide practical advice on how to handle mental health challenges.  In episode 6 we check in with Patsy Dolan Bouressa of the SIMS Foundation. The Austin, Texas based organization provides services to help musicians, music industry professionals and their dependent family members improve their mental wellness and combat addiction. 
Aug 21, 2020
17 min
Untangling the Chords: Episode 5
A 2018 study from the Music Industry Research Association found that 50 percent of musicians reported battling symptoms of depression. That’s compared with less than 25 percent of the general adult population. We wanted to find out why. Untangling the Chords is a podcast from WFUV News and Sound Mind Live focusing on the relationship between music and mental health. In this podcast, mental health experts, advocates and musicians will share their expertise and experiences on the issue of mental health, and provide practical advice on how to handle mental health challenges.  In episode 5, we're talking with Spencer Townshend Hughes and Angela Rose Whaley, the founders of Music Minds Matter, a support group for members of the Denver area music scene. If you or someone you know is struggling with a mental health issue, check out Sound Mind Live's Mental Health Resource Toolkit. 
Aug 14, 2020
19 min
Untangling the Chords: Episode 4
A 2018 study from the Music Industry Research Association found that 50 percent of musicians reported battling symptoms of depression. That’s compared with less than 25 percent of the general adult population. We wanted to find out why. Untangling the Chords is a podcast from WFUV News and Sound Mind Live focusing on the relationship between music and mental health. In this podcast, mental health experts, advocates and musicians will share their expertise and experiences on the issue of mental health, and provide practical advice on how to handle mental health challenges.  In episode 4 we’re talking with Chris Bullard, the founder and director of Sound Mind Live. If you or someone you know is struggling with a mental health issue, check out Sound Mind Live's Mental Health Resource Toolkit. 
Aug 7, 2020
17 min
Untangling the Chords: Episode 3
A 2018 study from the Music Industry Research Association found that 50 percent of musicians reported battling symptoms of depression. That’s compared with less than 25 percent of the general adult population. We wanted to find out why. Untangling the Chords is a podcast from WFUV News and Sound Mind Live focusing on the relationship between music and mental health. In this podcast, mental health experts, advocates and musicians will share their expertise and experiences on the issue of mental health, and provide practical advice on how to handle mental health challenges.  In episode 3 we’re talking mental health with the New York City-based sibling act, Bailen. The band is made up of fraternal twins, Daniel and David and their younger sister, Julia.  If you or someone you know is struggling with a mental health issue, check out Sound Mind Live's Mental Health Resource Toolkit. 
Jul 31, 2020
26 min
Untangling the Chords: Episode 2
A 2018 study from the Music Industry Research Association found that 50 percent of musicians reported battling symptoms of depression. That’s compared with less than 25 percent of the general adult population. We wanted to find out why. Untangling the Chords is a podcast from WFUV News and Sound Mind Live focusing on the relationship between music and mental health. In this podcast, mental health experts, advocates and musicians will share their expertise and experiences on the issue of mental health, and provide practical advice on how to handle mental health challenges.  In episode 2 we’re talking with Hilary Gleason of Backline, an organization that works to connect music industry professionals and their family members with mental health resources. If you or someone you know is struggling with a mental health issue, check out Sound Mind Live's Mental Health Resource Toolkit. 
Jul 24, 2020
15 min
Untangling the Chords: Episode 1
A 2018 study from the Music Industry Research Association found that 50 percent of musicians reported battling symptoms of depression. That’s compared with less than 25 percent of the general adult population. We wanted to find out why. Untangling the Chords is a podcast from WFUV News and Sound Mind Live focusing on the relationship between music and mental health. In this podcast, mental health experts, advocates and musicians will share their expertise and experiences on the issue of mental health, and provide practical advice on how to handle mental health challenges.  In episode 1 we’re talking with Matt Kudish, executive director of NAMI-NYC Metro, an organization dedicated to building better lives for those affected by mental illness. They do this through education, raising public awareness and offering resources to those who need assistance.   
Jul 17, 2020
16 min