In this episode, we dive our guests’ (Bryan Piatt and Laura Utecht) careers in TV journalism including the most adventurous stories they covered at Mall of America and beyond. In his current career as a mental health therapist, Bryan shares how the dark, cold winter months can impact people in different ways. He shares techniques and strategies to navigate these challenges and where help can be found.
1:40 Brian shares the ‘big trip’ from Fargo was to Mall of America 2:00 Both guests share their careers in TV journalism 3:55 Memorable news stories from college journalism – winning a national Emmy award 5:30 Wacky reporter adventures 11:10 What it’s like to do early morning live-TV shots at Mall of America 13:00 How the cold, dark winter can impact mental health 16:35 It’s healthy to acknowledge that you aren’t feeling okay right now 17:30 Basic self-care can help someone who is struggling 21:45 If you’re aware of times that are tough (S.A.D.) how to prepare for and manage it 25:45 Quick questions for our guests
To connect with Bryan through his clinic visit: https://stateofmindtherapy.com/. If you or someone you know is in mental health crisis call 988.
Guests: Bryan Piatt, mental health therapist and former KARE 11 reporter; Laura Utecht, Sr. Director of Communications at Mall of America
Hosts: Daniel Jasper
Presented by Bloomington Minnesota Travel and Tourism the official destination marketing organization for the city of Bloomington, Minn.
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