Author Thomas Brown joins Travis White to share the story behind his 7,000-mile bike ride across the U.S. to raise suicide awareness after losing his brother. This powerful conversation covers grief, healing, masculinity, mental health, and how art and adventure became a path toward purpose.
In this episode of Overcome: A Mental Health Podcast, host Travis White speaks with Thomas Brown, author of 2012: A Bicycle Odyssey. Thomas recounts the deeply personal journey that began with the loss of his brother to suicide and eventually led to a cross-country cycling odyssey for suicide prevention, undertaken alongside friend Zachary Chips—who had also lost his brother. Together, they honored their siblings, explored healing through movement and storytelling, and sparked conversations across America about grief and mental health.
The episode explores:
- The emotional toll of suicide loss
- The importance of therapy and self-awareness
- Signs someone may be in distress
- The impact of patriarchy on men's mental health
- How to support someone struggling with suicidal thoughts
- Creating safe spaces in the workplace and community
Whether you're navigating grief, supporting a loved one, or seeking your own path to healing, this episode is a must-listen.
📚 Get Thomas’s Book:
2012: A Bicycle Odyssey — Buy it here
🎙️ Listen to Thomas's Podcast:
Inner Monologue — Available via RisePhoenix.org
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