The Green Room Podcast

What happens when the life you have worked so hard to build no longer feels like your own? In this powerful episode of The Green Space Podcast, Garon Green speaks with Cheryl Olfert Nurse Practitioner, educator, speaker and empowerment coach with nearly 30 years of experience in healthcare. Behind a career dedicated to caring for others, Cheryl was quietly carrying burnout, single parenting, compl...

💚 THE GREEN SPACE PODCAST WITH GARON GREEN REAL CONVERSATIONS • REAL STORIES • REAL HOPE 🎙️ GUEST: MARK BLACKNELL - EPISODE 19: When You Stop Running. A US Marine. A Teamster. PTSD. Alcohol. Depression. Jail. And eventually… a wall. Mark Blacknell’s journey to Zen meditation is probably not the story you’re expecting. For around two decades, Mark describes a life far removed from peace and stilln...

💚 THE GREEN SPACE PODCAST WITH GARON GREEN REAL CONVERSATIONS • REAL STORIES • REAL HOPE EPISODE 18 - Beyond The Diagnosis 🎙️ SPECIAL GUEST — BOB ROSS, EMT-D In this episode, I’m joined by Bob Ross, EMT-D, for a conversation exploring science, trauma, emergency medicine, cancer research, belief and emotional wellbeing. Bob’s biography describes a diverse background spanning physics, medical physi...

💚 THE GREEN SPACE PODCAST WITH GARON GREEN 💚 REAL CONVERSATIONS • REAL STORIES • REAL HOPE EPISODE 17 - LOVE AFTER TRAUMA 🎙️ SPECIAL GUEST — RIANA MILNE In this episode, I’m joined by Riana Milne — Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Life, Love Trauma Recovery & Mindset Coach, bestselling author and host of the Lessons in Life & Love podcast. We expl...

THE GREEN ROOM WITH GARON GREEN EPISODE 16 THE MIND ON OVERLOAD Anxiety, Overthinking & Finding Your Way Back to Yourself I’m joined by Brian Sachetta, author and founder of Get Out of Your Head, for a conversation about anxiety, overthinking, depression, intrusive thoughts, uncertainty and what happens when our minds become overloaded. As a counsellor, I wanted to explore the person behind th...

The Green Room Podcast David Deane Haskell: The Stories That Save Us Shame, addiction, and the stories we tell ourselves can keep us trapped for decades until one honest conversation begins to crack everything open. In this deeply human episode of The Green Room Podcast , Garon Green sits down with author, drummer and recovering addict David Deane Haskell to explore the long and often painful road...

💭 Why do we wear masks? Ever felt like you’re pretending to be someone you’re not? 🤔 Tag someone who needs to hear this! In this episode, we dive into the stories of Eddie and Jeremy, who share their struggles with mental health and the pressure of being the "fixer" or the "joker." They open up about how society teaches men to hide their emotions, leading to a dangerous cycle of silence and suff...

Episode 12 Holding Space for Grief Grief isn't just about death—it's about any significant loss that changes who we are. Whether it's the end of a relationship, a career transition, a shift in identity, or the loss of a loved one, grief is a deeply human experience that deserves compassion, not judgment. In Episode 12, grief and resilience coach Brianne Cook shares her personal journey through los...

Most of us believe grief is just about mourning a loss, but what if the deepest pain is actually the architecture of loneliness that follows? Garon Green opens the door to a raw, unfiltered exploration of grief’s shadow side, loneliness that can trap even the strongest among us in silent, systemic captivity. This episode isn’t just about getting through the dark; it’s about understanding how loss...

This week, inside my therapy room, a powerful theme kept emerging. I sat with people from completely different backgrounds and walks of life, all processing the same kind of relational wound. They had just survived a brutal season — a sudden health crisis, financial collapse, heartbreak, loss, or a complete upheaval of life as they knew it. And when the storm hit, something painful happened. Frien...

Most men carry an invisible weight — a silent shame about vulnerability, masculinity, and emotional truth. Garon Green dives deep into the unspoken struggles men face today, revealing how centuries of cultural messaging turn men into emotional prisoners behind a mask of strength. This episode exposes the hidden toll of suppressing fear, grief, and shame. With raw honesty, Garon shares his own jour...

Breaking free from shame, addiction, and the pressure to appear “perfect,” Sarah Vazquez shares her powerful journey from silence to self-discovery. For years, Sarah felt like she didn’t quite fit in. Beneath achievements and external validation, she struggled with internal pressure, alcohol misuse, and a harsh inner critic. Everything began to change when she stopped trying to escape her struggle...

The Green Room Podcast – Episode 4: There Is a Light – Men, Grief, and Healing Ever felt like you’re carrying the weight of the world alone? 💔 So many men are taught to stay strong, stay quiet, and keep pushing forward even when life feels overwhelming. But silence can be heavy. In this powerful episode of The Green Room Podcast , we dive deep into the raw realities of men’s mental health and the...

Eddie shares his journey of resilience, recovery, and self-discovery after experiencing a transient ischemic attack (TIA). He emphasizes the importance of open communication, the role of humor as a mask, and the transformation of masculinity and fatherhood. Eddie's story highlights the steady and powerful nature of recovery, offering practical advice for men struggling silently. Takeaways Open up,...

The conversation delves into the themes of vulnerability and healing, as the guest, Kevin, shares his journey of loss, grief, and transformation. The chapters cover the introduction to the guest, the experience of loss and grief in silence, the building of protective walls, the impact of a cancer diagnosis and loss of a father, the role of Reiki in the healing journey, and a reflection on the jour...

The Green Room podcast features the personal journey of Garon Green, a practicing counselor, as he shares his experiences of resilience, seeking help, and finding purpose. The podcast delves into the dark side of the music industry, escalating coping mechanisms, the turning point, seeking help and recovery, the power of therapy, rebuilding trust and purpose, personal and professional challenges, s...

Stories of resilience & recovery, breaking the silence with mental health. Tune in to hear raw, unfiltered stories and discover the power of sharing.