The Global Impact

2025 challenged us in ways few years ever have. In this special Global Impact Podcast Year-End Recap , host Ali Mehdaoui reflects on the most powerful themes, conversations, and lessons from every episode created this year — from mental health awareness and financial stress to substance use recovery, community connection, and access to care. This episode is more than a recap. It is a moment of ref...

The holiday season is supposed to be joyful — but for millions of individuals and families, it brings financial stress, emotional overwhelm, anxiety, and mental health challenges that often go unspoken. In this special holiday edition of the Global Impact Podcast , host Ali Mehdaoui delivers a powerful, TED-Talk-style breakdown of: • Why holiday spending creates long-term financial stress • The re...

December is one of the hardest months of the year for millions of people. Depression spikes by over 40%. Substance abuse emergencies rise up to 80%. Families struggle silently. Individuals battle loneliness, stress, trauma, and emotional exhaustion behind holiday expectations. In this powerful episode of The Global Impact Podcast , host Ali Mehdaoui opens up about his personal journey — from seven...

In this deeply human and vulnerable episode of the Global Impact Podcast , host Ali Mehdaoui sits down with Sonnie Price , Program Supervisor at Global Impact Wellness Group, and Jaida Collins , who bravely opens up about the painful realities of living with mental illness. Jaida shares her journey from silent suffering to a moment of crisis that changed everything—being asked to leave her home, s...

In this powerful episode of the Global Impact Podcast , host Ali Mehdaoui sits down with Taylor-Omaree Smith , Executive Director of Youth Programming at Global Impact Wellness Group , to shine a light on Men’s Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Month . Together, they explore the hidden struggles many men face, the stigma around seeking help, and the importance of early education and emotional a...

In this powerful episode of the Global Impact Podcast , host Andre Vaughn explores the vital connection between parenting, community, and youth development . Drawing from his own life and work with families, Andre dives deep into what it truly means to raise resilient children in today’s world. From the importance of being present in a child’s life to creating spaces where kids can just be kids ,...

In this powerful episode of The Global Impact Show , host Ali Mehdaoui sits down with Dr. Andrea Givens to unpack one of the most pressing mental health challenges of our time — anxiety. Together, they explore the rise in anxiety worldwide, the latest 2025 research, and the real-life impact it has on families, workplaces, and communities. From understanding the science behind anxious thoughts to e...

On this powerful episode of Global Impact , Ali sits down with Sonnie Price , Program Supervisor at Global Impact Wellness Group. With over 25 years of experience in the addiction and mental health field—and 27 years of sobriety himself—Sonnie brings both professional expertise and lived experience to the conversation. From contemplating suicide at rock bottom to becoming a leader who shapes recov...

In this episode of Global Impact, host Ali Mehdaoui sits down with Alicia Edwards, the Executive Director of Impact and Innovation at Global Impact Wellness. Alicia shares her inspiring journey and the pivotal role she plays in supporting youth through mental health initiatives. Discover how Alicia's personal experiences have shaped her mission to create safe spaces and empower young people to...

On this episode of The Global Impact , host Ali Mehdaoui sits down once again with Dr. Andrea V. Givens of Global Impact Wellness to tackle one of the hardest but most necessary conversations: the intersection of mental health, substance abuse, and the opioid crisis . This is not just theory—it’s real, raw, and personal. From Ali’s own family experiences with a loved one battling bipolar disorder,...

In this powerful episode of The Global Impact Podcast , host Ali Mehdaoui sits down with Dr. Andrea V. Givens of Global Impact Wellness for a candid conversation about suicide prevention, healing, and hope. Drawing from lived experience and frontline clinical insight, they unpack why youth and young adults are at increased risk, how social pressure and money stress compound mental health struggles...

In this powerful episode of The Global Impact Podcast , host Ali Mehdaoui sits down with Dr. Andrea V. Givens of Global Impact Wellness Group to unpack the urgent challenges facing today’s youth. From the alarming rise of early substance use among children as young as nine , to the growing misuse of prescription drugs under academic pressure , Dr. Givens shares expert insights on how families, sch...

In this episode of the Global Impact Podcast , host Ali Mehdaoui dives into one of the most pressing challenges families face today— financial stress . From inflation and rising costs to seasonal expenses like back-to-school, holidays, and everyday habits, money pressures are more than just numbers—they affect our mental health, relationships, and overall wellbeing. Ali explores how financial stre...

Featuring Dr. Andrea V. Givens, Executive Operator of Global Impact Wellness Group In this powerful episode of the Global Impact Podcast , host Ali Mehdaoui sits down with Dr. Andrea V. Givens to explore a side of mental health that often goes overlooked: the role of environment and family support systems in healing and recovery. Beyond the Individual : Why mental health care isn’t just about the...

In this insightful episode of The Global Impact Podcast , Dr. Andrea Givens explores the powerful intersection of mental health, technology, and AI , while reminding us that nothing can replace genuine human connection. She dives into the role of community engagement, self-care practices, and meaningful coping strategies—especially during the back-to-school season , when stress can feel overwhelmi...

In this eye-opening one-on-one conversation, host Ali Mehdaoui sits down with the powerhouse CEO of Global Impact Wellness, Dr. Andrea Vaughn Givens , for a raw and insightful discussion on the intersection of social media, mental health, and personal well-being . Together, they dive deep into: How unrealistic beauty standards and influencer culture affect youth and adults alike The dangers of tox...

In this thought-provoking episode, we tackle the alarming shift in modern media—where Rated R themes are now woven into everyday programming marketed to kids. From oversexualized cartoons to glorified violence in teen content, we explore how this cultural shift is fueling early exposure, rising anxiety, and long-term mental health challenges in today’s youth. But it’s not all doom and gloom. We al...

In this inspiring episode of the Global Impact Podcast , we dive into the transformative power of community service and its ripple effect on youth and school engagement. Discover how students, educators, and local leaders are coming together to drive real change—one initiative at a time. From school-led clean-up projects to youth entrepreneurial camps, we highlight the stories of young changemaker...

In this powerful episode of the Global Impact Podcast , hosts Andre Vaughn and Dr. Andrea Givens sit down with Jerron Hurtt , a resilient single father navigating the complexities of fatherhood, mental health, and the family court system. Jaron shares his emotional journey—from becoming a father during the pandemic to battling for custody of his twin sons. He opens up about how documenting moments...

In this powerful and deeply authentic episode of The Global Impact , host Andre Vaughn sits down with Marlo, Kattai, and Tamir , three incredible men who turned their time behind bars—including life sentences—into blueprints for change. From building inventions in Supermax and writing 700+ children's books to investing in patents instead of food, these brothers share raw stories of sacrifice, resi...

Join us in this powerful episode of the Global Impact Podcast as we celebrate a significant milestone: the graduation day at Global Impact Wellness Group's Mental Health and Substance Abuse Center. This episode shines a light on the incredible journey of young individuals overcoming challenges related to substance abuse, and how they are stepping into a brighter future. Tune in to hear their inspi...

Unlocking Leadership & Integrity with Teri Werner In this episode of the Global Impact Podcast , we welcome Teri Werner , an award-winning speaker, leadership strategist, and author, known for her expertise in ethical leadership and business transformation. 🌍✨ Teri shares powerful insights on values-driven leadership, personal integrity, and creating a lasting impact in both business and lif...

in this enlightening episode of "Global Impact" host Andre Vaughn welcomes family empowerment coach Celia Kibler. As a bestselling author and the founder of Pumped Up Parenting and Funfit® Family Fitness, Celia has dedicated her career to transforming parenting dynamics and fostering harmonious family environments. With over 40 years of experience coaching and counseling parents and children, incl...

Welcome to the Global Impact Wellness Podcast , your trusted source for discussions on holistic mental health and transformative wellness practices. Hosted by experts from the Global Impact Wellness team, this show offers insights from psychiatric therapists, health coaches, and thought leaders in mental health and physical well-being. Each episode focuses on empowering you with practical strategi...