Hey Man; It's Ok

In this deeply honest episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, hosts Sky Bridges and Ryan Heapy sit down with Minh Nguyen, a longtime friend, father, and entrepreneur, to share a raw conversation about shame, success, financial collapse, and choosing to stay alive.

Minh opens up about his childhood growing up in a cult-like church, the pressure to perform and succeed, and how those early experiences shaped his identity as a man. He shares the s...

In this thought-provoking episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, Sky Bridges and licensed marriage and family therapist Ryan Heapy sit down with Zander Keig—a veteran, licensed social worker, author, and bridge-builder—to explore how men can protect their mental health in an increasingly polarized and divided world.

Zander shares insights from his life growing up in a Mexican Catholic family in Los Angeles, his time working with veterans at t...

In this powerful episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, hosts Sky Bridges and Ryan Heapy, LMFT sit down with Corey Corpodian—a board-certified orthodontist, entrepreneur, and mental health advocate—to explore the hidden cost of high achievement and the life-changing power of emotional fitness.

Corey shares his deeply personal story of success on paper and depression behind the scenes. After graduating early, building a prestigious career, and...

In this powerful episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, hosts Sky Bridges and licensed therapist Ryan Heapy sit down with Esther Perry, EMDR consultant and author of When Survival Is Killing You, to unpack what men are rarely taught about mental health, trauma, and emotional expression.

Esther helps explain the why behind common mental health tools — from EMDR and mindfulness to nervous system regulation — and why many men struggle to connect...

In this episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, Ryan and I sit down with Dr. Eric Arzubi, CEO and co-founder of Frontier Psychiatry, for a conversation that goes far beyond credentials and titles.

Before he was leading a telehealth psychiatric practice serving rural communities across Montana, Alaska, Wyoming, and Idaho, Eric lived an entirely different life — as a Wall Street bond trader. What followed was a radical pivot, shaped by his own l...

In this powerful episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, hosts Sky Bridges and licensed therapist Ryan Heapy sit down with Dr. Ryan Dix, a clinical psychologist with 16+ years of experience and the leader of Providence’s groundbreaking “No One Cares Alone” program.

Together, they unpack the mental health crisis facing healthcare workers, intensified by COVID-19—and still affecting caregivers today. From burnout and compassion fatigue to psycho...

What happens when the identity you’ve worn for decades disappears? When the job, the role, the mask — all of it — gets stripped away by pain, loss, or life itself?

In this deeply human episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, Sky Bridges and Ryan Heapy sit down with artist, musician, and creative visionary Deborah Weed, founder of Paisley’s Fashion Forest, for a conversation about radical acceptance, healing through creativity, and rediscoverin...

In this powerful episode of Hey Man; It’s Okay, hosts Sky Bridges and Ryan Heapy, LMFT, sit down with Seattle radio legend BJ Shea for a candid, vulnerable, and surprisingly uplifting conversation about men’s mental health.

Sky shares how BJ’s voice helped carry him through some of his darkest moments, setting the tone for an open and deeply human discussion about identity, art, grief, therapy, and the emotional lives men are often ...

In this impactful episode of Hey Man; It's Ok, hosts Sky Bridges and Ryan Heapy dive deep into the critical issues surrounding men's mental health with special guest Mark Wigginton, an author and seasoned career coach. Mark offers a candid look into his personal and professional journey, including his experiences working in mental health within the criminal justice system and his later career as a licensed professional counselor. F...

In this powerful episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, hosts Sky Bridges and licensed therapist Ryan Heapy sit down with Josh Cutler, an influential mental health professional and advocate for men’s emotional wellness.

Josh opens up about his remarkable journey from a leader in the mental health field to facing his own bipolar disorder, depression, and recovery after a traumatic brain injury — and how those experiences transformed his unders...

In this heartfelt episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, Sky and Ryan sit down with Logan Petersen, one of the creators behind Dad Bods and Beards — a community redefining what it means to be a man today. Logan opens up about his journey with bipolar disorder, sharing the highs, lows, and pivotal moments that shaped his path toward healing and self-acceptance.

Together, they explore what it really means to be strong — how vulnerability, hones...

In this powerful episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, Sky and Ryan sit down with authors Jim and Bela, whose book We All Die - Healthcare Insiders Pull no Punches on Our Failed System. Together, they unpack how money, policy, and burnout have shaped a system that often forgets the human beings it’s meant to serve.

Through honest conversation, they explore the emotional toll on both patients and providers, the impossible choices families fac...

In this deeply moving episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, hosts Sky Bridges and licensed psychotherapist Ryan Heapy welcome author and coach G. Scott Graham for a conversation about grief, healing, meditation, and radical acceptance.

Scott opens up with raw honesty about losing his spouse during the COVID-19 pandemic and how writing about his grief became a way of honoring love. He also shares his unique adventures with paddleboarding with...

Join hosts Sky Bridges and Ryan Heapy as they dive into a riveting conversation with Saul Spady, An ad agency owner and political activist. Saul shares his inspiring and challenging journey, from his passionate activism in tackling homelessness to his personal experiences with mental health and the often harsh political landscape. This episode offers an in-depth look at the nuanced and often controversial issues surrounding social ...

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, Sky and Ryan a licensed therapist open up about survival, shame, and resilience.

For the first time, Ryan shares the full story of his suicide attempt 12 years ago—a moment that nearly ended his life but ultimately reshaped his purpose. From his days as a VIP host in Las Vegas nightlife, through years of chronic pain and dependency on prescription opiates, to the mira...

In this thought-provoking episode of 'Hey Man; It's Okay' - A men's Mental Health Podcast, hosts Sky and Ryan Heapy welcome Randy Lyman, the self-proclaimed Spiritual Cowboy.

Randy shares his transformative journey from being a left-brained physicist to embracing the emotional and spiritual dimensions of life. He discusses how spirituality helped him overcome depression, the importance of understanding and integrating emotions, and...

Welcome to a new episode of Hey Man, It's Okay, your go-to mental health podcast. Hosted by Sky and psychotherapist Ryan from Newport Beach, California, this episode features special guest Vanessa Morgan, an experienced couples therapist.

Delve into the intricacies of modern relationships, the impact of social media, emotional intelligence, and communication skills. Vanessa shares her insights on maintaining humility as a therapist...

In this episode of Hey Man; It's Ok, hosts Sky and licensed therapist Ryan Heapy welcome guest Emily Pabst, the owner of remaketherules.com and creator of the R.O.A.R. method.

Emily discusses her work in helping people integrate digital information tools into their decision making, particularly in the realms of executive leadership, small business owners, and online dating.

The conversation explores the complexities of modern relat...

In this episode of 'Hey Man, It's Ok,' hosts Sky and Ryan Heapy are joined by Kody Green, a motivational speaker, mental health advocate, comedian, and author. Kody shares his experiences living with schizophrenia, his motivations for becoming an advocate, and the importance of communication and support systems. The discussion touches on the stigma surrounding schizophrenia, the role of medication, coping mechanisms, and the need f...