Laisha Martinez

F#CK THE STIGMA

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F The Stigma is a podcast dedicated to breaking the stigma around mental health, addiction, trauma, and the struggles we face in society. Hosted by Laisha Martinez, we have real, unfiltered conversations with guests from all walks of life—advocates, experts, and individuals with lived experiences who share their personal stories, challenges, and triumphs. Our goal is to normalize these tough conversations, challenge societal shame, and make mental health and addiction resources accessible to all. No one should feel ashamed in their journey

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Laisha Martinez

Episodes

Cj on the NUDIST COMMUNITY, WHITE PRIVILEGE, DUI'S & going to JAIL | EP12 16.04.2023 24:23

On this Episode we have CJ sharing his story with being in the Nudist Community, how he's stigmatized it in the past and how he's come to accept it for what it is. Going to Jail & how he's experienced White Privilege... F The Stigma is a Non-Profit organization and we aim to Break the Stigmas that we have all experienced in Society as whole. One step & story at time we'll b...

Audrey on ABORTION, ROE v. WADE, Stages of GRIEF, and Coping with DEATH | EP11 14.04.2023 30:58

On this Episode Audrey's talking about her experience with getting an Abortion in California, the Stigmas she faced will doing so, grieving the loss of the Fetus & her mother ... F The Stigma is a Non-Profit organization and we aim to Break the Stigmas that we have all experienced in Society as whole. One step & story at time we'll be bringing awareness to all of these issues. FOLL...

Breyden speaking on being HOMELESS in Los Angeles, how he SURVIVED & the Stigmas he faced | EP10 14.04.2023 36:21

On this Episode we have Breyden sharing his Experience with the daily Stigmas he faced while being Homeless in Los Angeles. How he felt when he was ignored and shunned by society ... F The Stigma is a Non-Profit organization and we aim to Break the Stigmas that we have all experienced in Society as whole. One step at time we'll be bringing awareness to all of these issues. FOLLOW F THE STIGMA:...

Kyn Eros Publicist & Musician on the Entertainment Industry, Satanism, Abuse, and Religion | EP9 14.04.2023 43:39

On this Episode we have Kyn Sharing his personal experience with Drug Use in the Entertainment Industry, Stigmas with Muslims, Religion, Abuse coming from Men & Women, and much more ... F The Stigma is a Non-Profit organization and we aim to Break the Stigmas that we have all experienced in Society as whole. One step at time we'll be bringing awareness to all of these issues. FOLLOW F THE...

Byron Black Gay Man sharing his views on Stigmas, Politics, Drug Use, & Growing up Gay | EP8 13.04.2023 30:22

On this Episode we have Byron sharing his experience with Meth in the Gay Community, what is was like growing up Gay and not feeling accepted. F The Stigma is a Non-Profit organization and we aim to Break the Stigmas that we have all experienced in Society as whole. One step at time we'll be bringing awareness to all of these issues. FOLLOW F THE STIGMA: FTS WEBSITE | https://fthestigma.com/ I...

Brittney Kade, Adult Actress & Transgender Woman speaking on her Transition & the Stigmas | EP7 13.04.2023 27:53

On this Episode we have Brittney Kade, who is a Transgender Woman & Adult Actress sharing her feelings and experience with Transitioning. As well as sharing the Stigmas she's faced in the Porn Industry while being a Transgender Woman. F The Stigma is a Non-Profit organization and we aim to Break the Stigmas that we have all experienced in Society as whole. One step at time we'll be bri...

Izzy Speaking on Stigmas associated with Sex Work, Race, Tattoos, & Addiction Recovery | EP6 13.04.2023 34:02

On this Episode we have Izzy speaking on her experience with the Stigmas she's face with doing Sex Work in the past during her active addiction, being treated differently because of her Tattoos. As well as her journey to Recovering from Substance Abuse issues. F The Stigma is a Non-Profit organization and we aim to Break the Stigmas that we have all experienced in Society as whole. One step at...

Michael Lynch Founder of Felony Fights Speaks on Drug Use & Felonies opens Resource Center | EP5 13.04.2023 39:32

On this Episode of the Podcast we Have Michael Lynch sharing about his Story with Starting Felony Fights. His experience with Incarceration, Institutionalization, and Drug Addiction. F The Stigma is a Non-Profit organization and we aim to Break the Stigmas that we have all experienced in Society as whole. One step at time we'll be bringing awareness to all of these issues. SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE C...

Patrick Robbing Two Banks & Getting raided by the FBI | EP 4 13.04.2023 47:57

F The Stigma is a Non-Profit organization and we aim to Break the Stigmas that we have all experienced in Society as whole. One step at time we'll be bringing awareness to all of these issues. On this episode we have Patrick sharing his story with his personal struggle with Stigmas he's faced with his addiction, family, and experience with incarceration. SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE ! | https://www....

Piper on the Stigmas of Domestic Violence & Relapse | EP2 13.04.2023 35:32

F The Stigma is a Non-Profit organization and we aim to Break the Stigmas that we have all experienced in Society as whole. One step at time we'll be bringing awareness to all of these issues. On this episode we have Piper talking about her trauma with domestic violence and her experiencing Stigmas with family and relapse in the community .... SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE CONTENT ! | https://www.youtube...

Jordana's Experience with Racial Stigmas & Athletics | EP3 13.04.2023 37:07

F The Stigma is a Non-Profit organization and we aim to Break the Stigmas that we have all experienced in Society as whole. One step at time we'll be bringing awareness to all of these issues. On this episode we have Jordana and Laisha talking about the the Stigmas with their culture growing up & Jordana's experience with Stigma in atheletics ... FOLLOW F THE STIGMA: FTS WEBSITE | http...

Matisen's Experience with Stigmas in Psych Wards, Sexual Assault & Rehab | EP1 11.04.2023 33:05

F The Stigma is a Non-Profit organization and we aim to Break the Stigmas that we have all experienced in Society as whole. One step at time we'll be bringing awareness to all of these issues. On this episode we have Matisen and Laisha talking about their personal issues and experience with the Stigmas ... FOLLOW F THE STIGMA: FTS WEBSITE | https://fthestigma.com/ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram...

F*CK THE STIGMA INTRO! 11.04.2023 0:39

Fuck the Stigma is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that believes people shouldn’t be judged or labeled based on their mental health status. Whether you are struggling with an addiction or have been taking meds for a diagnosis, our community doesn’t judge and seeks to collectively end the stigma around mental health. Our mission is to normalize mental health and mental illness as widespread, treatable, and a...