The Mayo Lab Podcast

On today’s episode, Ben Jackson talks about his time at Ole Miss. He shares about being a part of the Ole Miss Band and the Center for Manufacturing Excellence (CME), being intentional about who you confide in, and how no experience is an experience wasted.  “It’s easy when you love the extra things that you do equally, as much as you do the course load that you’re taking.”  References:&...

On today’s episode, Grace Barrett talks about managing and coping with mental health through her college experience. She shares how her perspective on counseling and mental health has shifted, on being the friend who takes on the pain of others and about her mental health walks.   “As much as I want to be the friend that can do everything and make everything perfect, I’ve realized that I can’...

On today’s episode, Walker Jay Patterson talks about the merging and balancing of paths. He talks about his desire to share stories, the stigma of mental health in Southern men, the loss of two friends within a year, and his passion for the blues and history.   “Sitting there at 20 years old, giving a eulogy in front of all of my closest friends for one of my childhood friends was a real...

On today’s episode, Eliza Peters and her mother, Amber, talk about Eliza's hearing loss journey. They share why you should always expect excellence, the importance of being kind, and the advocacy work they do with Hear The Cheers.   “You don’t know what you don’t know and no kid ever wants to be different.... Especially when you're in second grade and you think this is your world crumbli...

On today’s episode, Brady Wood talks about his journey in finding purpose while at The University of Mississippi. He shares about being a people pleaser, his desire to sit and get to know people and why he believes college is one of the most vulnerable times in your life.  “Embrace every side of everybody, not only the good ones that you see when they are dancing and having a good time but al...

On today’s episode, Ashley Myers shares how she ended up in college when she had no intentions of doing so. She opens up about being a classically trained ballerina, what happens when you fall out of love with a passion and standing up for yourself even when you are scared.  “I think that is the biggest thing for parents....is being proud of what they've already accomplished, and just support...

On today’s episode, Ben Oliver reflects on his college experience. He talks about how he built his conversational abilities, the importance of defining your spaces and finding his voice through service.   “Being curious is just more fun because you learn stuff about other people that you would have never known otherwise, inside the classroom and outside the classroom.”  References:&...

On today’s episode, Taylor Jones shares her honest and nontraditional transition into college. She talks about changing your mindset towards your career, tips when interviewing for organizations, and making sure you treat the janitor the same way you would treat the CEO.  “If you are willing to open up to people and they still support you even after knowing your life story, I encourage you to...

On today’s episode, Sara Austin Welch shares her experience at Ole Miss, culminating with her serving as President of the Associated Student Body, about finding the good in every person and situation and how to face rejection.     “You want to be everything to everyone. At the end of the day, I'm a 21 year old girl. You know the weight of the world cannot be on my shoulders. It shou...

On today’s episode, Logan Thornton shares about his experience at Ole Miss. He talks about managing uncertainty, using your resources and how he stayed true to himself through college. “Try your best to surround yourself with positive people. That would be my biggest piece of advice.” References: Gupta, M., & Sharma, A. (2021). Fear of missing out: A brief overview of origin, theoretical under...

On today’s episode, Miley Ray shares her journey from a small high school to a large college community and the role friendship played in her transition. She talks about getting to know yourself, how to have hard conversations and not worrying about where you will be in 5 years. “Sometimes I wish I didn’t care, but then I wouldn’t be me.” Reference: Linehan, M. M. (2015).  DBT® skills training...

On today’s episode, Avery Kimbrell shares his journey through addiction, two treatment facilities and into recovery. He talks about learning to make himself happy, the importance of being direct and finding your 4 AM friends.  “Good people will carry you a long way if you let them.” Content warning: This episode contains mentions of death, as well as discussions of substance use. If you or so...

Susan Stellin, MPH is a writer, educator, and public health consultant focusing on health-centered responses to substance use and addiction. Since earning a master's in public health at Columbia University, she has worked on projects about ways to reduce overdose deaths, reform punitive drug policies, and expand access to harm reduction services, addiction treatment, and recovery support. Gra...

Dr. Rosenthal and Alexis distill important takeaways from their discussions this season with a range of experts and scholars, including the ever-evolving nature of wellness, the importance of self-reflection and the role of community. The Mayo Lab: https://themayolab.com/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themayolab/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themayolab   William Mag...

We delve into the heart of the research aimed to understand how mothers navigate social media use within their households and how it affects both their mental health and that of their children. Dr. Amanda Bradshaw, assistant professor of integrated marketing communications at the University of Mississippi, and Dr. Marquita Smith, associate dean for graduate programs and research in the School...

In this episode, Dr. Seena Haines, director for professional well-being and belonging in the Pharmacy department, explores the concept of success, emphasizing the importance of aligning personal core values with well-being and self-compassion. Dr. Haines stresses the negative impact of the success spiral, which leads people to constantly measure themselves against external standards, and the need...

Our guest Rev. Christie Bates is a licensed professional counselor and a mindfulness-based spiritual director. As an ordained contemplative minister, she works with some clients specifically around spirituality and mindfulness development. Christie works with people who are early in recovery as well as those who have been in recovery for a longer period of time, who are ready to do a deeper level...

Depression is a household word, familiar both to those who suffer from it and those who do not. But what does it really mean? Dr. Erica Montgomery is program director for the University of MIssissippi's Counselor Education department. A strong advocate for equity in mental health, she spends time training others in best practice for delivering mental health services to underserved populations. Her...

This episode features psychologist Dr. Kerry Kinney, who explores anxiety, its treatments, and the influence of social media on mental health discussions. Because anxiety is so common, Dr. Kinney shars the markers one should look out for to inform whether someone should search for treatment, such as if anxiety is getting in the way of important parts of life. She explains how one gold-standard tre...

Psychologist Dr. Nicholas McAfee, a member of the affiliate faculty at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, joins co-hosts Meagen Rosenthal, Ph. D, and Alexis Lee to explain the complexities of defining mental health and wellness, highlighting how stigma plays into discussions about mental health. Dr. McAfee notes the positive shift in younger generations with mental health, in which disc...

Individuals in early recovery often feel as though they carry a “scarlet letter” of addiction, fearing that everyone can see and judge their past. This stigma is rooted in guilt and shame, and ultimately, it can deter people from becoming involved in the recovery community. In this episode, Hank Holmes, an experiential counselor at the Oxford Treatment Center, joins the podcast...

Dr. Liz Woodruff, a clinical psychologist, joins for the fourth episode to dives deep into the complex world of eating disorders, discussing the importance of curiosity, compassion, and open conversations. What is the DSM-5? https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/24291-diagnostic-and-statistical-manual-dsm-5      DSM-5: https://repository.poltekkes-kaltim.ac.id/657/1/Di...

Dr. Saurabh Bhardwaj from University of Mississippi’s Center for Innovation and Discovery in Addictions visits The Mayo Lab to discuss the science of several alcohol use disorder and steps for changing the stigma that keeps people from getting the help they need.  CIDA: https://www.umc.edu/Research/Centers-and-Institutes/Centers/Center-for-Innovation-and-Discovery-in-Addictions/Home.html &nbs...

In the second episode of Season 2 of The Mayo Lab podcast, Courtney McKeon, the vice president of the National Stigma Initiative at Shatterproof, joins co-hosts Meagen Rosenthal, Ph. D, and Alexis Lee as they dissect how the language around addiction can unintentionally feed stigma. Shatterproof: https://www.shatterproof.org   Shatterproof Addiction Stigma Index: https://www.shatter...

Season 2 begins with Caroline and Cal Mayo, parents of Thomas Mayo for whom The Mayo Lab is named. They discuss their experience in helping Thomas with his substance issues, what they’ve learned, piercing through stigma, and their advice for families, and their hopes for the work of The Mayo Lab. Cal Mayo Article: https://issuu.com/kappaalphaorder/docs/2023_2_summer_kaj   Thomas Hayes Mayo La...