Cam Orr

Current State of Mind

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This podcast blends a mix of current events with a stream of conscientious approach and dialogue between people with various perspectives and backgrounds. The use of "current" in the show's title is to illustrate that our views and perspectives can evolve over time, and that is our hope - to inform and allow for growth. The shows will typically have a lean towards the impact on education and young people.

Author

Cam Orr

Episodes

S1, Episode 6: Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day, feat. Brittany Velasquez (10/15) 15.10.2025 52:01

In this episode of "Current State of Mind", we reflect on Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day (10/15) through an open, heartfelt, and necessary conversation about pregnancy and infant loss — a topic that affects millions, yet is often met with silence. Cam sits down with Brittany Velasquez who shares her personal journey through loss, grief, and healing. Together, they discuss what...

S1, Episode 5: Men's Mental Health, feat. Jacob Jourdain (9/30) 30.09.2025 35:48

PSA - We had to use natural audio, so apologies in advance for some audio spiking. To close out Mental Health Awareness Month , this episode of "Current State of Mind", brings a special guest - Jacob Jourdain. Jacob and Cam open up about their personal mental health journeys and the challenges men often face when it comes to speaking up, seeking help, and breaking through stigma. Togethe...

S1, Episode 4: York County Ambush (09/22) 22.09.2025 15:42

In this episode of "Current State of Mind", we reflect on the September 2025 ambush in York County, Pennsylvania, where three detectives were killed and two others critically wounded while serving an arrest warrant. Beyond the tragedy, we explore three key themes with lessons for personal growth: the importance of preparedness in the face of the unexpected, the courage to step beyond comfort when...

S1, Episode 3: Trey Reed (09/19) 19.09.2025 21:18

In this episode of "Current State of Mind", we examine the tragic death of Demartravion “Trey” Reed, a Delta State University student whose story has sparked grief, questions, and frustration over how tragedies are reported. We highlight three key issues: the conflicting accounts surrounding his death and calls for transparency, the historical weight and community response shaped by Miss...

S1, Episode 2: Jimmy Kimmel Pt. 1 (09/18) 18.09.2025 17:41

This episode of "Current State of Mind" evaluates the recent indefinite suspension of Jimmy Kimmel's talk show, Jimmy Kimmel Live! . We break this news down into two pillars - isolate the incident and mind the medium (medium matters). Take a listen and join the conversation.

Episode 1: Welcome to the Show 18.09.2025 2:29

Welcome to "Current State of Mind"! We are going to be talking about current events while considering the impact they have on us and society at large. We'll bring in guests with various perspectives and diverse backgrounds to get a complete picture of the topics we cover. This show will lean towards education and the impact on young people.