Beyond the Checkbox

Ho ho ho! We're feeling festive before the holiday break, but this conversation is serious. HR leader Kin Choi shares hard-earned lessons on leading through constant change, adaptability, mental health, and systems-level thinking in today's workplace. Watch this episode to find out: Why resisting change creates more risk than stability How leaders can build a healthier mindset around unc...

Practical strategies for employee engagement across a distributed workforce in decentralized teams. Host Dr. Ryan Todd sits down with Stephen Fletcher, CHRO of Canada Cartage, to explore what it really takes to keep people engaged, supported, and psychologically safe in one of the most decentralized and traditional industries: transportation. Watch this episode to find out: Why meaningful work and...

Healthcare HR meets workplace mental health: Tammy Sergie shares prevention, engagement, and cross-generation tactics leaders can use now.  Host Dr. Ryan Todd sits down with Tammy Sergie (Chief Human Resources Officer at EHN Canada) to unpack workplace mental health in a complex healthcare landscape—burnout, engagement, and leading four generations at once.  Watch this episode to find out:  Why “d...

Unpacking psychological safety standards, leadership accountability, and building resilient, inclusive workplaces.  Megan Hunter, Senior Advisor for Psychological Health and Safety at ATCO, sits down with Dr. Ryan Todd to explore how organizations can bring complex safety standards to life. With two decades of leadership in workplace wellness and as a certified national trainer, Megan shares how c...

Thriving workplaces aren’t built by accident. They’re designed—with empathy, strategy, and a little help from AI. Alysha M. Campbell breaks down what HR leaders must do now to create culture that actually works. --- What does it take to create a workplace where people actually want to show up? Guest host Jason Gotwalt sits down with culture strategist and founder of Culture Shift HR, Alysha M. Cam...

Award-winning exec coach, Melody Wilding, shares how to manage your boss, plus how high performers can improve communication to better navigate work dynamics. --- What does it really take to communicate with confidence when you're not the one in charge?  In this episode, guest host Jason Gotwalt sits down with Melody Wilding, executive coach and author, to unpack the underestimated skill of m...

 A raw, funny take on illness, identity, and death. Jeremie Saunders shares how humor reshapes the patient experience and breaks stigma in healthcare.  --- What does it mean to really see the person behind the diagnosis?   Host Dr. Ryan Todd sits down with Sickboy podcast producer Jeremie Saunders for a raw and deeply human conversation about illness, identity, and the power of humor.  Watch this...

Explore how mental health AI supports personalized therapy, eases clinician burnout, and enhances care through human-centered, ethical technology.  --- Can artificial intelligence (AI) make therapy more human?  This episode with Tanuj Sharma, CEO of Kana Health, explores how mental health AI is reshaping care. Far from replacing therapists, this new generation of human-centered AI tools is helping...

Discover Dr. Selhub’s six resilience factors and why modern workplaces must build a culture of care, not just react to burnout.  --- Resilience isn’t a trait you’re born with—it’s a skill you build over time.  In this episode, Dr. Eva Selhub, physician and resilience expert, shares her six pillars of resilience and why it’s time to reframe how we think about burnout and workplace wellbeing.  Watch...

Explore how modern life fuels chronic insomnia and why experts recommend CBT for insomnia, sleep restriction, and light therapy to restore restful sleep.  --- Struggling to fall or stay asleep? You’re not alone. Chronic insomnia is on the rise, and the effects go far beyond tired mornings.  Dr. Ryan Todd sits down with Dr. Payman Hajiazimd, a psychiatrist specializing in sleep and mental health, t...

A leading researcher explores how cognitive behavioral therapy helps anxiety and depression. Learn the science behind CBT techniques and the role of AI therapy. --- Can changing the way we think actually change the way we feel? Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) has been transforming mental health treatment for decades, but how does it really work—and is it still the best approach today?  In this...

Burnout isn’t all or nothing. Dr. Mary Preisman sheds light on the signs, how to prevent burnout, and work-life balance strategies that work.  Dr. Mary Preisman, a psychiatrist focused on mental health and resilience in high-stress professions, uncovers what’s really driving burnout today and how we can move beyond band-aid solutions.  Burnout is everywhere, but are we addressing it the right way?...

Dr. Ariel Dalfen, women’s psychiatrist, explores hormones and mental health from pregnancy to menopause. Uncover the stigma, workplace challenges, and barriers women face. -- In this episode of Beyond the Checkbox: Mind Masters, Dr. Ryan Todd sits down with Dr. Ariel Dalfen, a leading psychiatrist in perinatal and perimenopausal mental health, to uncover the hidden impact of hormonal changes on mo...

Discover how Indigenous identity, culture, and traditional healing shape mental health. Gain insights on resilience and leadership that benefit everyone. 👉 Connect for the latest insights directly in your feed: Headversity on LinkedIn  

Unpack the latest autism research, why more adults are seeking diagnoses, and the misconceptions that still shape how we understand autism today.  👉 Connect for the latest insights directly in your feed: Headversity on LinkedIn  

Uncover expert insights from the emerging field of neuropsychiatry and explore functional neurological disorders: when the mind and body stop talking. 👉 Connect for the latest insights directly in your feed: Headversity on LinkedIn  

  Discover why ADHD in adults often goes unnoticed, its link to mental health challenges, and Dr. Sara Binder's top strategies for managing adult ADHD well.  👉 Connect for the latest insights directly in your feed: Headversity on LinkedIn  

Mental health in construction is an urgent and often overlooked topic. In this episode, Ian Robb, Chairman of the Building Trades of Alberta, shares his insights on addressing mental health in the construction industry.   We discuss:    Why mental health in the construction industry demands attention  The link between workplace safety and mental health  HR challenges in the construction industry a...

Community mental health initiatives are becoming a powerful tool for tackling stigma in an industry where “toughen up” has been the norm for decades. In this episode, Andy Trewick, CEO and construction industry leader, sheds light on the unique mental health challenges tradespeople face and the critical role of leadership in driving change.   Tune in to learn:  How mental health fundraising initia...

Our new episode of "Beyond the Checkbox" is live, featuring Patrick Nogier, Prince Albert Police Chief. Dive deep into the current state of mental health within law enforcement and the essential support systems needed. Gain insights into planning effective employee mental health strategies in the public sector—don’t miss this crucial conversation!  👉 Connect for the latest insights dire...

Dr. Ryan Todd and HR expert, Sheena Davis, discuss how we can better support mothers during and after maternity leave. This powerful conversation sheds light on the challenges and stigmas working moms face. Listen now and join the conversation! 👉 Connect for the latest insights directly in your feed: Headversity on LinkedIn  

Dr. Ryan Todd sits down with Dr. Louis Deslauriers, Director of Science Teaching and Learning, Senior Preceptor in Physics at Harvard University. Louis has published several landmark studies in the areas of active learning and knowledge retention, and how this can be improved with deliberate practice. His findings are not only changing the ways of teaching in science education, but education in ge...

Tune in for my unforgettable conversation with Jeremy Evans, one of the few people on the planet who can say they survived an encounter with a grizzly bear. I'm still awestruck by our conversation. Jeremy is passionately trying to raise funds for PTSD research and treatment at the University of Calgary. You can support this noble cause by donating at grizzlydude.ca and https://crowdfunding.uc...

Ryan Todd explores the intricate world of workplace dynamics with Brad Blaisdell, VP of Workplace Solutions and Compliance at Respect Group along with special guest, Kyle Brykman, a researcher at the University of Windsor and an expert in organizational behavior. 👉 Connect for the latest insights directly in your feed: Headversity on LinkedIn  

Special addition World Mental Health Day episode featuring Zeke Smith, Director of Leadership & Workforce Development at Apache Industrial Services.  👉 Connect for the latest insights directly in your feed: Headversity on LinkedIn