Modern Day Overthinker

In this episode, Ashlyn Lelej, a speech-language pathologist and owner of Speech Matters, shares insights into her field, common disorders, and the importance of early detection and intervention. We explore how speech therapy works across different age groups, the connection between feeding issues and speech, and the impact of strokes, especially in women. In this episode, Ashlyn Lelej and Collin...

In this episode of the Modern Day Overthinker podcast, Molly Lambert shares her personal journey with OCD, specifically POCD, and discusses the challenges, misconceptions, and effective strategies for managing intrusive thoughts. Collin and Molly explore topics like therapy, exposure techniques, good and bad reassurance, and the importance of open conversations about mental health.   Conversations...

In this episode, host Collin speaks with Kat Button, a music educator and songwriter from the UK, about her journey with mental health, particularly OCD, and how it has influenced her music. Kat shares her experiences with diagnosis, therapy, and the importance of self-care and mindfulness. They discuss the challenges of performing, the significance of creating music that resonates with personal e...

In this episode, Collin and Tom Attig delve into the complex topic of grief, exploring personal experiences and philosophical insights. Tom shares his background and how his early encounters with death shaped his understanding of grief. They discuss the challenges of navigating life after loss, the importance of continuing bonds with loved ones, and the role of gratitude in the grieving process. T...

In this episode of the Modern Day Overthinker podcast, host Collin speaks with Eileen Kopsaftis, a physical therapist with over 30 years of experience. They discuss the intricate relationship between mental and physical health, particularly how anxiety can manifest as physical pain. Eileen shares insights from her books, 'Pain Culprits' and 'Aging Culprits', emphasizing the importance of understan...

In this episode of the Modern Day Overthinker Podcast, Collin reflects on his personal growth journey over the past year, discussing the importance of therapy, the challenges of OCD, and the impact of grief following the loss of his grandmother. He shares insights on navigating single life, the struggles of overthinking, and the significance of finding purpose in his career. Collin emphasizes the...

In this raw and practical episode (recorded 11/15/25), holistic wellness coach Karen Ann Canham shares her journey from severe eating disorder and residential treatment to leaving a 10-year corporate career to coach full-time. We dive deep into why high-achievers and sensitive souls keep cycling between burnout and collapse, and how somatic experiencing, nervous-system regulation, and parts-work t...

In this powerful episode of Modern Day Overthinker , host Collin Strajack sits down with leadership coach, speaker, and author Bill Goodwin for a raw and inspiring conversation about turning a near-death experience into a life of meaning. At 28, Bill survived a fatal asthma attack on November 23, 1999—blacking out in his family room, coding in the ER, and waking up 9.5 hours later in ICU after bei...

In this insightful episode of the Modern Day Overthinker podcast, host Collin Strajack sits down with Laura Ollinger —a nationally board-certified health and wellness coach, teen & parent wellbeing expert, speaker, mother of four teenagers, and host of the Positively Healthy Mom Podcast . Laura shares her powerful journey into coaching, sparked by personal experiences with her children's anxiety,...

In this episode of the Modern Day Overthinker podcast, host Collin Strajack interviews William Person, a former USA bobsledder of nine years who now advocates for those with Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE). Will discusses his career traveling weekly to compete in countries like Austria and Canada, initially masking CTE symptoms like memory loss, confusion, and disorientation, which began ar...

In this episode of the Modern Day Over Thinker podcast, host Collin welcomes Nick Jonsson, an author, keynote speaker, life and business coach, and triathlete based in Southeast Asia. Nick shares his gripping journey from corporate success to rock bottom, including burnout as a general manager in Indonesia, spiraling into alcohol addiction, isolation, and near-bankruptcy. He opens up about hitting...

In this compelling episode of the  Modern Day Overthinker  podcast, host Collin welcomes Carolyn Dreyer, a mental health advocate, blogger, and host of the  Through the Darkness  podcast. Carolyn shares her journey from being a "backseat supporter" to openly advocating for mental health awareness, driven by her lived experiences with depression, anxiety, and trauma. She discusses the pivotal momen...

In this episode, Collin Strajack interviews Thomas Craig VIII, a burn survivor and podcast host, who shares his incredible journey from a promising career in sports marketing to becoming a pilot. After a life-altering plane crash, Thomas faced immense physical and mental challenges, spending months in the hospital and undergoing extensive recovery. He discusses the importance of mental health, the...

Join host Collin Strajack on the Modern Day Over Thinker podcast for an insightful conversation with Tim Schuldt, a recovering gambling addict sharing his journey to sobriety. In Episode 91, they dive into mental health awareness, addiction recovery, and the challenges of borderline personality disorder. Tim discusses his struggles with gambling addiction, the impact on his life, and the importanc...

In this engaging conversation, Collin and Heather from the Hot Mess Espresso podcast explore a range of topics centered around mental health, particularly focusing on borderline personality disorder (BPD). Heather shares her personal experiences with going viral on TikTok, the challenges of understanding and living with BPD, and the misconceptions surrounding it. The discussion delves into coping...

On this episode of the Modern Day Overthinker podcast, host Collin Strajack interviews therapist Phil Miller, who specializes in couples counseling, family therapy, and individual therapy, practicing just outside Grand Rapids, Michigan. The discussion highlights the most common issue in couples therapy: communication breakdowns, often described as a lack of connection or difficulty understanding e...

In this episode of the Modern Day Overthinker podcast, host Collin Strajack interviews Chrissy Hodges, a certified peer and family support specialist and author of Pure OCD: The Invisible Side of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. Chrissy shares her personal journey with OCD, focusing on her experience with Pure OCD, which involves intrusive thoughts and mental compulsions without visible physical rit...

In this heartfelt episode of The Modern Day Overthinker Podcast , host Collin Strajack returns after a transformative hiatus to share his journey through OCD treatment. After months of debilitating intrusive thoughts and isolation, Collin opens up about his 60-day residential treatment in Wisconsin, where he tackled his OCD with exposure response prevention (ERP) therapy. From chaotic yet bonding...

In this episode of the "Modern Day Overthinker" podcast, host Collin Strajack talks with guest Bailee Huethert about personal struggles and recovery, particularly in the context of addiction. Bailee shares her journey into recovery, which began unexpectedly during a work trip away from familiar support structures, leading her to her first recovery meeting. She delves into the challenges of recover...

In a candid and heartfelt episode of the Modern Day Overthinker podcast, host Collin Strajack opens up about his recent struggles with OCD, anxiety, and depression, shedding light on the inner turmoil that led to a hiatus from the podcast. Collin delves into the challenging OCD loops that trapped him, detailing the compulsive behaviors that disrupted his ability to post episodes and the mental bat...

In this episode of the "Modern Day Overthinker" podcast, Collin welcomes Zane Landin, a fellow mental health advocate, to discuss a range of topics including mental health, the power of storytelling, and the importance of vulnerability, particularly among men. Zane shares his journey from graduating with a bachelor's degree in communication to becoming a passionate storyteller and mental health ad...

Celtic Honey is a traveling independent performer specializing in burlesque, draglesque, Kung Fu. She also guests at anime and comic cons and holds panels on props, Avatar, body painting and makeup, and the most important topic, consent. On this episode of the Modern Day Overthinker podcast, Collin sits down with the multifaceted performer and artist, Celtic Honey Celtic, known for her captivating...

On this episode of the Modern Day Overthinker podcast, we delve deep into the intricate world of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) with special guest Cody Fournier, a licensed independent clinical social worker LICSW who currently works with NOCD ( www.treatmyocd.com ), a platform dedicated to helping people treat their OCD. Our conversation traverses a range of poignant and educational topics,...

Ben Hagarty is a video director, cinematographer, and podcaster from Cedar Falls, Iowa. On this episode (recorded 1/8/24), Ben and I discuss his journey to success as a creator who has worked with some of the biggest artists, celebrities, and brands in the world. His journey is inspiring to say the least. When it comes to his work ethic, networking skills, and talents behind the scenes, Ben is a c...

On the latest episode of the Modern Day Overthinker podcast, we dive into the world of fitness and personal training with Chase Hollmer, a Sports Performance Coach, Hybrid Athlete, and Online Personal Trainer. Chase and I discussed exploring the mental benefits of fitness. Chase stresses the importance of consistency in any fitness regime, discussing how regularity is more crucial than anything wh...