Episodes

This week, we welcome Marilyn! Marilyn is the author of the inspiring book “Don’t Walk Away: A Care Person’s Journey”. This week, we discuss her childhood, how her family has always dealt with death, her mother’s diagnosis of Alzheimer’s, her role as her mother’s caretaker, and the absolute joy Marilyn experienced spending every day of her mother’s journey with her. Marilyn has the goal of changing the view of dementia — please join us! Links to Marilyn’s book dontwalkaway.net/ Link to Amazon  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCBMQNDB Behind Beautiful Things Website: www.sadtimespodcast.com Follow Behind Beautiful Things on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249 Follow Behind Beautiful Things on Instagram: @behindbeautifulthingspodcast Learn more about Kevin’s Professional Speaking and Acting at www.kevincrispin.com Check out Kevin’s substack: https://allconviction.substack.com Get your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/albums/…

This week, we welcome in a returning guest! Jon has been on the show a few times before, but today he is appearing as “New Blue Eyes”, the name in which he writes and records music. We also welcome the owner of “Handwritten Recording”, Rick. The three of us discuss the new name, our connection with our families, how sadness can be turned into art, why and when we turn to music, and also premiere of a new song, “Five of Wands”. Please join us and check out New Blue Eyes! Find New Blue Eyes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newblueeyes/profilecard/?igsh=MWo2ZmwxYTdiem9wNw== Check out Handwritten Recording: http://www.handwrittenrecording.com Behind Beautiful Things Website: www.sadtimespodcast.com Follow Behind Beautiful Things on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249 Follow Behind Beautiful Things on Instagram: @behindbeautifulthingspodcast Learn more about Kevin’s Professional Speaking and Acting at www.kevincrispin.com Check out Kevin’s substack: h…

This week, we welcome in Anne, the author of the book Mattie, Milo, and Me: A Memoir . During this episode, we will discuss Anne’s traumatic upbringing, her discovery of Bruce Springsteen, and her incredible memoir about dog ownership and how it can change us. This is an inspiring story on many levels and we hope you can join us! Warning: There are discussions of physical, emotional, and animal abuse. Please take care while listening. Visit Anne’s website: http://www.anneabelauthor.com/ Find A...

This week, we welcome in Dan, the author of the book “Why is Sam so SAD?” . During this episode, we will discuss Dan’s early years trying to find his place at both school and at home, his years as a special education teacher, and his battle with Seasonal Affective Disorder. We will also discuss his book, “Why is Sam so SAD?” Please join us! Warning: There are discussions of Suicidal ideation in this episode — please take care while listening. Visit Dan’s Website: http://dan-granger.com/ Pick u...

This week, we welcome in Janet and Jenny, a mother and daughter. During this episode, we will discuss Jenny’s diagnosis of autism, how her mother, Janet, struggled to find help and resources, the challenges they both faced as Jenny was growing up, and their shared journey to thriving. Janet and Jenny have shared their story far and wide. Jenny has also written two books of her own (with more to come!). Please join us for this episode as we discuss the story of these two amazing people! Warning: There are descriptions of bullying in this episode — please take care while listening. Jenny’s website: https://jennyjennystory.wixsite.com/dysnomia Janet’s website: https://janetwal.wixsite.com/autismconnects Find Jenny on instagram: @jennystory2019 @jennystories101 Find Janet on instagram: @janet.walmsley Find Jenny and Janet on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/storiesofnonfictionandfiction/ Sad Times Website: www.sadtimespodcast.com Follow Sad Times on Facebook: https://www.f…

This week we wrap up our two Part series discussing Kevin’s Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) work with Nikki. In an earlier episode (linked below), Nikki and Kevin discussed the first half of the NLP work he did with Nikki. This week, we rejoin Nikki and Kevin as they discuss his second half of the NLP work, including how the work evolved, the challenges he faced, and the pivotal last session Nikki and Kevin worked together on. Also, Nikki has included a free link to sign up for upcoming workshops in the notes below. If you have any interest in pursuing this, please click on the below link. Thank you Nikki for the amazing work you do! I hope all of you can join us! Link to Nikki and Kevin’s previous episode: https://www.sadtimespodcast.com/kevin-and-returning-guest-nikki-discuss-his-progress-with-nlp-treatment-108/ Nikki’s website: https://nikkinicholas.com Click here to learn more about Nikki’s upcoming workshops: https://nikkinicholas.com/join-my-upcoming-workshop-oif/ Find Ni…

This week we welcome Elise to Sad Times! Elise is the co-host of the Deep Life podcast (link below). During this episode, Elise shares her story about encountering supreme struggles in her mid life, her horrific year of many family member’s suffering from cancer, and the recovery she went through to get to where she is today. I hope you can join us! Please note: There are descriptions of struggling with eating disorders during this episode. Please take care while listening. Connect with Elise ...

This week we welcome Gina to Sad Times! Gina is an author, artist, teacher, filmmaker, and media executive. On this episode, Gina tells her story of struggling throughout her life with suicidal ideation, about how healing is a solo sport, and the amazing work she is doing now to help those struggling with suicidal ideation. I hope you can join us! Please note: There are discussions of suicidal ideation, domestic abuse, and animal abuse in this episode. Please take care while listening. Flowcode with Links and Press https://www.flowcode.com/page/liberatedhealerpodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLiberatedHealer www.loveandmedia.com (production site) www.ginacavalier.com (artwork) www.theliberatedhealer.com (wellness site) (Mailchimp Subscribers 9,416) Instagram: Gina Cavalier LinkedIn : @theliberatedhealer (17,900 followers) IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0146765/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1 Sad Times Website: www.sadtimespodcast.com Learn more about Kevin’s Professional …

This week we welcome Jon to Sad Times! Jon is an activist and the head of “Pulverize the Stigma” — a mental health advocacy group that is working to do just that: Pulverize the Stigma on Mental Health. Jon has spent a lot of his life dealing with major depressive disorder and after trying multiple treatments, was able to join a clinical trial that has changed his life. Please join us for this inspiring conversation! Please note: There are discussions of suicidal ideation in this episode. Please take care while listening. Pulvarize the Stigma website: https://pulverizethestigma.com Sad Times Website: www.sadtimespodcast.com Learn more about Kevin’s Professional Speaking and Acting at www.kevincrispin.com Follow Sad Times on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249 Follow Sad Times on Instagram: @sadtimespodcast Get your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/albums/253388-sad-times-podcast?ref_id=9022 Editorial note: Sad Times …

This week we welcome Gen! Gen talks about her early life, learning that she was adopted, how this impacted her throughout her life, the way she changed her life in her 50s, and the incredible work she is doing now. I hope you can join us for this incredibly inspiring and hopeful conversation. Visit Gen’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/genevieve.edwards.507 The Transformative (Healing) Collection: https://www.genedwards.com/transformative-collection/ Free Fireworks Healing for Animals: https://www.genedwards.com/animal-healing-event/ Free Items: https://www.genedwards.com/free-stuff/ Insight Timer Anxiety Meditations: https://insighttimer.com/genedwards Sad Times Website: www.sadtimespodcast.com Learn more about Kevin’s Professional Speaking and Acting at www.kevincrispin.com Follow Sad Times on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249 Follow Sad Times on Instagram: @sadtimespodcast Get your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hyste…

This week we complete Qin’s two part story. The first part can be found in episode 109. In this week, we discuss Qin growing up in crushing poverty, how her mother held the family together, her father’s political arrests, her family’s incredible perseverance, and Qin’s studies and eventual departure for America. Please join us for the conclusion of this amazing and inspiring story! Visit Qin’s website: http://www.qinsunstubis.com/ Purchase Qin’s book: https://a.co/d/4E3HV0i Sad Times Website: www.sadtimespodcast.com Learn more about Kevin’s Professional Speaking and Acting at www.kevincrispin.com Follow Sad Times on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249 Follow Sad Times on Instagram: @sadtimespodcast Get your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/albums/253388-sad-times-podcast?ref_id=9022  Editorial note: Sad Times is committed to sharing various stories from generous guests. The hope is to allow any number of stories to …

This week we welcome Qin Sun Stubis for part one of a two part series. In this first part, we learn about her grandmother’s belief that her father was cursed before he was born, how her parents met, the work they did in the western part of China, the great famine that decimated China from the late 1950s to the early 1960s, and finally, about Qin’s birth and her family’s desperate living situation. Please join us for this incredible story of love and perseverence. Visit Qin’s website: http://www.qinsunstubis.com/ Purchase Qin’s book: https://a.co/d/4E3HV0i Sad Times Website: www.sadtimespodcast.com Learn more about Kevin’s Professional Speaking and Acting at www.kevincrispin.com Follow Sad Times on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249 Follow Sad Times on Instagram: @sadtimespodcast Get your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/albums/253388-sad-times-podcast?ref_id=9022 Editorial note: Sad Times is committed to sharing va…

This week we welcome back our return guest Nikki. In an earlier episode (linked below). Nikki came on and talked about her mental health journey and her transition into becoming an expert and helping others. Kevin has been taking her course over the past 6 weeks, and at the halfway point, he wanted to check in to share his journey with listeners. Please join us as he and Nikki talk about what NLP is, the kind of work one can expect when addressing our subconscious, and a window into how the experience has been for Kevin. Also, Nikki has included a free link to sign up for upcoming workshops in the notes below. If you have any interest in pursuing this, please click on the below link. Thank you Nikki for the amazing work you do! I hope all of you can join us! Link to Nikki’s previous episode: https://www.sadtimespodcast.com/nikki-emotions-the-subconscious-and-neuro-chemical-reactions-93/ Nikki’s website: https://nikkinicholas.com Click here to learn more about Nikki’s upcoming works…

On this episode of Sad Times, we speak with Terry. During this episode, we discuss Terry’s moving and bracing new documentary “Put the Guns Down: A World Epidemic”. In this documentary, Terry and his team focus on South Central Los Angeles, but are hoping to further expand their scope across the globe. Terry discuses what everyday life is like for citizens in this area, the fact that politicians do next to nothing to solve the problem, and much more. Please join us for this challenging and important conversation! Please note: This episode contains explicit descriptions of gun violence. Please take care while listening. Website: TERRYCCARNEYSR.COM Instagram: Terry C Carney Sr. (@officialterryccarney) • Instagram photos and videos Sad Times Website: www.sadtimespodcast.com Follow Sad Times on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249 Follow Sad Times on Instagram: @sadtimespodcast Get your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/album…

On this episode of Sad Times, we speak with Samantha. During this episode, we discuss Samantha’s experience during the attacks of 9/11. She was working in lower Manhattan, right next to the twin towers. We also discuss the PTSD she felt after this horrific experience, her building her Silver Linings Mental Health business, and the amazing work she continues to do help others who have gone through traumatic experiences. Please join us! Please note: This episode contains explicit descriptions of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Please take care while listening. Silver Linings Mental Health website: https://www.silverliningsmh.com/ Silver Linings Institute: https://www.silverliningsinstitute.com/ Link to Transtheoretical Change Model: https://prochange.com/transtheoretical-model-of-behavior-change/ Website for Posttraumatic Growth Resource Center: https://bouldercrest.org/ptg-resource-center/ Sad Times Website: www.sadtimespodcast.com Follow Sad Times on Facebook: https://www.facebo…

On this episode of Sad Times, we speak with Miss Liz. During this episode, we discuss Miss Liz’s traumatic and difficult upbringing, the loss of her first child, her abusive first marriage, and her long healing journey. Please join us as Miss Liz shares incredible stories from her past and shares her incredible tea with us all. Please note: This episode contains descriptions of physical violence, sexual abuse, extreme violence, and rape. Please take care while listening. Visit Miss Liz’s website: http://www.misslizsteatime.com/ Miss Liz’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuqQ9wyDhecHBf0WAZ42E4A Sad Times Website: www.sadtimespodcast.com Follow Sad Times on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249 Follow Sad Times on Instagram: @sadtimespodcast Get your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/albums/253388-sad-times-podcast?ref_id=9022 Editorial note: Sad Times is committed to sharing various stories from genero…

On this episode of Sad Times, we speak with Bella. During this episode, we discuss Bella’s first marriage and the tragic death of her first husband. After she relocated to the United States from Australia, Bella fell in with a spiritual group that would end leading to unspeakable tragedy. Finally, Bella takes us through her incredible healing journey. I hope you can please join us! Please note: This episode contains descriptions of physical violence, sexual abuse, extreme violence, and rape. Please take care while listening. Visit Bella’s website: https://feelingbetternaturally.love Bella’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuqQ9wyDhecHBf0WAZ42E4A Bella’s Substack: https://www.substack.com/@feelingbetternaturally Sad Times Website: www.sadtimespodcast.com Follow Sad Times on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249 Follow Sad Times on Instagram: @sadtimespodcast Get your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/a…

On this episode of Sad Times, we speak with author John. During this episode, we discuss John’s early years, his bout of homelessness, the amazing work he and his wife do through their Good Samaritan Houses, and also about his novel “Running As Fast As I Can”. It is an inspiring conversation - I hope you can join us! Please note: This episode contains discussion of religious extremism, . Please take care while listening. Visit John’s website: https://johndavidgraham.com Buy a copy of “Running As Fast As I Can”: https://www.amazon.com/Running-As-Fast- Can/dp/B0CM2RYDYK Sad Times Website: www.sadtimespodcast.com Follow Sad Times on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249 Follow Sad Times on Instagram: @sadtimespodcast Get your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/albums/253388-sad- times-podcast?ref_id=9022 Editorial note: Sad Times is committed to sharing various stories from generous guests. The hope is to a llow…

On this episode of Sad Times, the second part of a two part series, we speak once again with Asif. During this episode, we continue Asif’s story, discussing his depression and anxiety challenges, self medicating, and his continued goal to strike out on his own. Please join us! Please note: This episode contains discussion of religious extremism, . Please take care while listening. Sad Times Website: www.sadtimespodcast.com Follow Sad Times on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249 Follow Sad Times on Instagram: @sadtimespodcast Get your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/albums/253388-sad-times-podcast?ref_id=9022 Editorial note: Sad Times is committed to sharing various stories from generous guests. The hope is to allow any number of stories to be shared to help people feel less alone and, perhaps, more empathetic. It is important to clarify that the guests’ stories, perspectives, and sentiments do not necessarily reflect…

On this episode of Sad Times, the first part of a two part series, we speak with Asif. During this episode, we talk about his life growing up in India, his family dynamics, the creative outlets he discovered, and much more. Please join us! Please note: This episode contains discussion of Domestic Violence, Religious Extremism, Binge Eating, and suicidal ideation. Please take care while listening. Sad Times Website: www.sadtimespodcast.com Follow Sad Times on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249 Follow Sad Times on Instagram: @sadtimespodcast Get your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/albums/253388-sad-times-podcast?ref_id=9022 Editorial note: Sad Times is committed to sharing various stories from generous guests. The hope is to allow any number of stories to be shared to help people feel less alone and, perhaps, more empathetic. It is important to clarify that the guests’ stories, perspectives, and sentiments do not nec…

On this episode of Sad Times, we speak with Cebastian. During the episode, we speak with Cebastian about his many work struggles, difficult living situations he has found himself in, and a year in which he dealt with an abnormal amount of tragedy. Please join us! Cebastian’s Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/cebcasso Sad Times Website: www.sadtimespodcast.com Follow Sad Times on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249 Follow Sad Times on Instagram: @sadtimespodcast Get your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/albums/253388-sad-times-podcast?ref_id=9022 Editorial note: Sad Times is committed to sharing various stories from generous guests. The hope is to allow any number of stories to be shared to help people feel less alone and, perhaps, more empathetic. It is important to clarify that the guests’ stories, perspectives, and sentiments do not necessarily reflect the views and beliefs of Sad Times in any way. Please not…

On this episode of Sad Times, we speak with T Brown. During the episode, T talks about jointing a community, how that community changed over time, his realization about what had been occurring for years, and his painful healing process through creativity. Please join us! Please note: This episode contains discussion of sexual abuse. Please take care while listening. T’s Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnqB030coG1f5i9-XUTuAyA For more information, please check out: http://carbondalesufis.com/ Sad Times Website: www.sadtimespodcast.com Follow Sad Times on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249 Follow Sad Times on Instagram: @sadtimespodcast Get your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/albums/253388-sad-times-podcast?ref_id=9022 Editorial note: Sad Times is committed to sharing various stories from generous guests. The hope is to allow any number of stories to be shared to help people feel less alone and, p…

On this episode of Sad Times, we speak with Sam, an actor and writer. During the episode, Sam talks about his family, the moral importance of art, and his disillusionment with religion. He also speaks about a previous relationship with a partner struggling with dark thoughts and the idea of comedy as empathy. Please join us! Please note: This episode contains suicidal ideation. Please take care while listening. Sam’s Website: samcrabtree.com Follow Sam on Instagram: @thismachinemakespuns Sad Times Website: www.sadtimespodcast.com Follow Sad Times on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249 Follow Sad Times on Instagram: @sadtimespodcast Get your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/albums/253388-sad-times-podcast?ref_id=9022 Editorial note: Sad Times is committed to sharing various stories from generous guests. The hope is to allow any number of stories to be shared to help people feel less alone and, perhaps, more empath…

This week we speak with Nick, an actor and podcaster. During the episode, we will discuss Nick’s experience of growing up without a father, the bullying he endured, his mental health struggles, and the reminder that none of us are alone. Please join us! Please note: This episode contains descriptions of sexual abuse, bullying, and suicidal ideation. Please take care while listening. Check out Nick’s Podcast here: https://youtube.com/@user-nicksteinbergerpodcast?si=LW99BtriFKsr3xUW Sad Times Website: www.sadtimespodcast.com Follow Sad Times on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249 Follow Sad Times on Instagram: @sadtimespodcast Get your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/albums/253388-sad-times-podcast?ref_id=9022 Editorial note: Sad Times is committed to sharing various stories from generous guests. The hope is to allow any number of stories to be shared to help people feel less alone and, perhaps, more empathetic. It is…