Bunny Hugs and Mental Health

George Dean shares his harrowing journey of a troubled childhood marked by trauma, including abuse, neglect, addiction, and foster care. Today he is a program supervisor in child and youth care. George advocates for better treatment of children in care by talking about his own experiences. He aims to inspire change in the child welfare system and provide hope to those in need and for others who have experienced similar struggles.

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Brady Lee shares his profound journey through mental health struggles, including depression, anxiety, self-harm and suicide attempts. He discusses the stigma surrounding men's mental health and the importance of open dialogue. Brady recounts his experiences with various therapies, including traditional medication, ketamine, and TSM. He emphasizes the significance of relationships in recovery and ultimately finding hope and support ...

Naazh (Dana) shares her journey through profound depression, addiction, and the challenges of navigating her identity as a trauma therapist while dealing with her own trauma. She reflects on how childhood trauma set her up to make poor decisions as an adult, ultimately causing more trauma to herself and her children. One particular decision she made while vulnerable, trusting too much, left her in a decade of denial and an eventual...

Nicole shares her profound journey as a survivor of childhood sexual abuse from her step father, discussing the complexities of trauma, shame, and healing. She emphasizes the importance of speaking out and the lifelong nature of recovery. After a decade of abuse Nicole spoke up and you won’t believe what happened next. We discuss the complex feelings survivors feel from guilt, anger, vengeance, grief, and validation. Nicole’s exper...

Crystal Lancaster shares her journey with bipolar disorder, detailing her experiences from diagnosis to managing her mental health during pregnancy. She discusses the importance of seeking specialized care, the challenges of medication, and the impact of societal stigma on mental health.

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In part one Amy found out her husband at the time was a serial rapist whose victims included her own friends and family members. In this episode, Amy Irvine shares her harrowing journey through the legal system as a survivor of abuse, detailing the emotional toll of testifying against her ex-husband. We discuss the complexities of victimhood, the impact of family dynamics on healing, and the importance of advocacy for survivors. Am...

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On October 1, the first 3 episodes of my new documentary podcast series Transgression - My search for the REAL trans agenda in Saskatchewan comes out. Please have a listen to the trailer and follow the show for fresh downloads.

Since 2023 the Premier of Saskatchewan, Scott Moe, and his government have set their sights on the trans community, specifically trans youth . With the creation ...

Summer is over and it’s time for some NEW episodes.

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Amy shares her harrowing journey through an abusive marriage, detailing the manipulation and control she experienced from her ex-husband, who was later revealed to be a serial rapist. We discuss the complexities of recognizing red flags, and the emotional turmoil of confronting the truth about a loved one's abusive behaviour, the the impact of trauma, the emotional toll o...

This episode was originally released December 2 2023. Martin spent 17 and a half years in prison for killing 2 people while driving under the influence. Did Martin learn from those mistakes, why did a reporter refer to his crash as a 'palpable irony' and what are Martin's thoughts on the prison system in America?

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This episode was originally released on April 15 2023 - In 2017 Jeremy was mauled in a bear attack several kilometres away from his truck and civilization. Listen to his INCREDIBLE story of survival and, not just the attack, but with his battle with extreme PTSD. Today Jeremy is raising five million dollars to go to PTSD research. Be sure to read Jeremy's book Mauled: Lessons Learned from a Grizzly Bear Attack available on Am...

This episode was originally released on March 3 2024
In March of 2022 Jenn’s son Jordan took his own life after being catfished online and sextorted. Sextortion, or sexual extortion, occurs when an online actor threatens to release a victim's intimate photos or videos for financial gain. These people tend to target youth between the ages of 14 and 24. In Jordan’s case his culprits were caught, but very few are. Almost always, the g...

This episode was originally released on October 14th 2023 - When Giselle met her first husband it was love at first sight. They were a typical young, small town couple who worked hard and played hard. It wasn't long before occasional red flags for Giselle turned into a constant nightmare. One night it all came to a head and things ended in tragedy. Today Giselle tells her harrowing story to inspire others in abusive relations...

This episode was originally released September 4 2021 - I speak to Wanda and Chris Ball, two incredibly strong people, about the heart breaking loss of their son Kye. Kye was days away from turning 17 when he took his own life. The three of us discuss Kye's journey with mental illness, the mental health system, the day of his death and the advocacy they are doing now. -note- This episode gets heavy at times.

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This episode was originally released on June 10 2023- Daniel knows violence. Whether it was street violence, drug violence or his time spent as a medic in the military, he knows violence. Returning home from Iraq, lost and suffering with PTSD, he fell back into his old ways. Lucky for Daniel he met someone with the patience, empathy and love to help him turn his life around. Even while in the midst of severe alcohol addiction...

This episode was originally released April 29th 2023. Agata wants the option to die with dignity. Living with anorexia for most of her life, Agata is tired of suffering. She applied to be MAiD ( medical assistance in dying) for her mental illness. Canada passed Bill C-39 in January allowing people to apply for MAiD for mental health reasons, only to withdrawal the bill a month later. Agata has applied for MAiD but is now in limbo w...

Will Craig is a returning guest, great guy and my friend. Over the years Will has gone from a blogger to an advocate, author, and mental health podcaster. In this episode we discuss the emotional weight of helping others in the mental health space, personal growth, the journey of progress over perfection, and the challenges of navigating ego and humility. We also delve into the complexities of societal expectations surrounding masc...

Brooks parents, uncle and aunt were murdered by a cousin when she was only two. There’s more to this story but I’ll let Brook tell it. Beyond the tragic day we discuss impact of mental health on family dynamics, Brook's journey into social work, and her unique perspective on life shaped by these events. Brook also talks about her career in hairdressing and how she integrates her mental health knowledge into her work, where she ofte...

Part 2 of 2 - Raised in the Mormon faith as a gay male, Sean struggled with acceptance at a young age. From there Sean Hemeon shares his tumultuous journey through addiction and drug dealing, revealing the allure of the underbelly of society and the consequences that followed. He discusses the thrill of engaging in a dangerous lifestyle, the gradual descent into addiction, and the pivotal moments that led to his arrest and the real...

Part 1 of 2 - Raised in the Mormon faith as a gay male, Sean struggled with acceptance at a young age. From there Sean Hemeon shares his tumultuous journey through addiction and drug dealing, revealing the allure of the underbelly of society and the consequences that followed. He discusses the thrill of engaging in a dangerous lifestyle, the gradual descent into addiction, and the pivotal moments that led to his arrest and the real...