On Your Radar
A Podcast For Mind Body & Spirit. On Your Radar is a series that explores the complexities of substance use and mental health issues. Hosted by New York Times best-selling author, Tom Farley, On Your Radar welcomes an enlightening lineup of interesting guests and their stories.
Episodes
The new episode of “On Your Radar” is now available! In this latest episode, titled “Confronting the Addiction and Mental Health Crisis in the Construction Industry,” we delve into the alarming statistics surrounding substance abuse and mental health struggles among construction workers. To shed light on these critical issues, our Rosecrance experts are joined by Bruce Morten and Lizzy Polheber, board members of the Wisconsin Const...
In this episode, we explore some of the latest advancements in mental health treatment, including learning a lot about TMS, or Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation.
We’ll be hearing from experts on the subject as well as meet two people who have had positive experiences with TMS treatments.
Our newest episode of "On Your Radar," hosted by Rosecrance’s Tom Farley. In Episode 4, we’re joined by Tommy Rosen, an internationally recognized yoga teacher and recovery expert. Tommy shares his personal journey of overcoming addiction and finding healing through yoga and other holistic practices.
The conversation highlights the importance of commitment, connection, and self-discovery in the recovery journey. It a...
We're thrilled to announce our newest episode of "On Your Radar," hosted by Rosecrance’s Tom Farley. In Episode 3, we’re joined by author and true Hollywood insider Ted Perkins. His book, "Addicted in Film: Movies We Love About the Habits We Hate," details his incredible story of watching 100 movies in 100 days to overcome his own battle with alcohol addiction.
So grab some popcorn and settle in for an eye...
Delve into the growing trend among Gen Z to embrace a sober curious lifestyle and unravel the stories and insights behind this shift in substance use dynamics among this generation.
Join host Tom Farley as he welcomes Chrissy Monaco, a hospitality professional whose personal journey serves as a compelling introduction to the sober curious movement. We’ll hear Chrissy’s story along with new perspectives from Rosecrance exp...
We are excited to welcome back a new and inspiring season of the "On Your Radar" podcast, hosted by New York Times Best-Selling author and Rosecrance’s own, Tom Farley. In this highly anticipated season opener, we're honored to have TikTok influencer and content creator Dylan Troesken as our special guest. Dylan shares her incredible journey of survival, resilience, and hope while navigating the challenges of her par...
In this episode, we discuss what a healthy society looks like. Tune in while the Rosecrance therapeutic recreation coordinator Abby Nelson and the Regional Director of Rosecrance in Chicagoland Matt Quinn join WGN’s John Williams to talk about Therapeutic recreation, how the challenges we’re facing today affect us, and how we foster change, how th […]
In this episode, which begins our series on A Brighter Tomorrow, WGN Radio personality John Williams interviews Heather Fisher, Supervisor of Outpatient Services for Rosecrance McHenry County, and Carly Novoselsky, Therapist, Rosecrance River North.
TOPICS DISCUSSED:
-Resilience isn’t always pretty—and that’s OK
-You can’t learn to swim when you’re already drowning
-The three Cs of adversity—challenge, control, commitment—and how C...
In this episode, which begins our series on Mental Health and the Workforce, WGN Radio personality John Williams interviews Dr. Greg Tierney, Rosecrance Vice President of Clinical, Rosecrance , and Patrick Miranda, Therapist, Rosecrance River North.
TOPICS DISCUSSED:
-Burnout’s causes, signs, and relationship to depression
-When our jobs don’t match our values or provide what we value
-Have recent events (including the pandemic...
In this episode, which continues our series on Mental Health and the Workforce, WGN Radio personality John Williams interviews Dan DeGryse, Director of the Rosecrance Florian Program for uniformed service personnel, Dr. Robert Sobo, Director of the Chicago Police Department’s Professional Counseling Division/EAP, and Chicago Police Officer Joseph Riley, Supervisor of Alcohol and Substance Use Counselors.
TOPICS DISCUSSED:
-“N...
During the conversation group discusses how we can help our kids navigate mental health and addiction.
Episode Notes
-Pandemic isolation, impulsive behavior, and loss of emotional control
-Why do kids self-harm?
-The importance of communication and doing things as a family
-Mindfulness and other healthy coping mechanisms
-Role modeling: how talking about your own bad days can help
In this episode we discuss why so many of us are struggling with a buildup of stress, mental fatigue, or emotional exhaustion.
TOPICS DISCUSSED:
-How pandemic isolation affected diverse and at-risk populations
-Flexibility as the new normal for returning to offices and schools
-Can it help to “force” ourselves to be more communicative?
-How to help someone resorting to unhealthy coping mechanisms
-Occasional bad days are OK
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Episode Notes
-The two often go hand in hand—do you treat one first?
-Why social media can be particularly damaging to an adolescent’s psyche
-Do long-term consequences matter to them?
-The power in simply letting them know you care
-Why peer therapy can be powerful
Episode Summary
In this episode, which kicks off Series 3 (“Helping Our Kids Flourish”), WGN Radio personality John Williams interviews Lisa Thompson, Community-Based Mental Health Clinician, Rosecrance, and Sheila Blanchfield, Counseling Department Chair, Loyola Academy.
Episode Notes
-The post-pandemic pressure on kids to be “up to speed” with all things school-related
-How both younger children and teens have difficulty ma...
Episode Summary
A discussion on when trauma hits close to home, the impact on the community, and how to process these events.
Episode Notes
In this episode we explore how traumatic events can impact the whole community, and how to process these events in a healthy way.
TOPICS DISCUSSED:
-Ripple effects throughout the community
-Different types of grief: what has been lost?
-The power of staying present
-How parents can be there for th...
Episode Summary
What are our stressors? How does stress affect us?
Episode Notes
- The pandemic as the cherry on top of recent stressful events
- Social media’s role: why “unplugging” isn’t what it used to be
- How stress affects us physically, mentally, and emotionally
- Ways to boost mood and reduce burnout and emotional fatigue
- Red flags: when is it time to get help?
In this episode we focus on stigma surrounding mental health and the responsibility of breaking them down.
Episode Note
TOPICS DISCUSSED:
- Why only a fraction of people with mental illness receive help
- The types of stigmas that surround mental health and mental illness
- Reinforcing stigma unintentionally and having the courage to change that
- The ripple effect of making even one positive change
- The collective responsibility ...
TOPICS DISCUSSED:
-The state of mental health coming out of the pandemic. Are we in a crisis?
-Defining mental health vs. mental illness and the importance of the distinction
-The stigma around mental health and substance use disorders
-How the pandemic impacted social skills, especially in children
-The importance of acknowledging when you’re struggling and what to do next
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