The Quiet Riot Show - Men's Mental Health Podcast

Email us at quietriotshow@gmail.com. On today's episode we have Carlo Taormina. He's a life coach, keynote speaker that wasn't always this way, he found his purpose through the journey dealing with his own mental health issues, depression and suicidal ideation. He developed a program and a "depression playbook" to help other men to overcome their struggles. Carlo has share...

Email us at quietriotshow@gmail.com. A little change up from our regular show. Tim was unable to join us for this episode, so Tommy reached out to one of our previous guests to discuss another topic. Brett, or as we call him Bretzky, was nice enough to join us to talk about Work-Life Balance as Tommy and Brett have talked about this many many times. Hope you enjoy the conversation and let us know...

Email us at quietriotshow@gmail.com. Keith is one of our listeners and he sent us an email where he described his time when he dealt with depression and anxiety. We wanted to read his email on the show but better yet we got him to come down to our studio and speak on that topic with us.  Many curveball have been thrown at him in the last 8 years. During these challenging times he's learned ma...

Email us at quietriotshow@gmail.com. Pat Gagne is not an ordinary high school teacher. He changes lives and educates students during the day time, while thinking of what jokes would land at an open mics, comedy clubs or Stand-Up Comedy competitions. Not doing it for a long time, Pat found great success grinding away in Winnipeg at open mics, at comedy clubs like  @YukYuks and  @Rumors   and finall...

Email us at quietriotshow@gmail.com. This week we have Travis Ridgen, who is a professional hockey player and a very successful podcaster, vlogger. Travis talks about what is it like to be a professional hockey player, how to become the best version of yourself, if you just put in the hard work. He doesn't only grind on being the best goalie he can be, but puts in the hard work as a host of S...

Email us at quietriotshow@gmail.com. Get Ready for a not so usual episode. Josh and Dan, who own Intergalactic Sauces, visited the studio with their amazing products. We sat down and did the full "gauntlet" of sauces from lowest heat to the highest. This episode is focusing on them and their sauces as well as we touch base on how they deal with their mental health while trying to build u...

Email us at quietriotshow@gmail.com. Kevin Lepine is an award-winning hypnotist that takes audiences on an unforgettable comedy thrill ride in his show, Hypnosis Unleashed, at the Four Queens  in Las Vegas. He has the longest running hypnosis show in Vegas (13 years). Kevin talks about his past of abuse and struggles and what helped him to overcome these challenges.  He also explains the importanc...

Email us at quietriotshow@gmail.com. HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!! 2024 has arrived and with that many people make changes in their lives. Many of us sets New Years resolutions every year, but how many of us really keep them? Tim and Tommy discuss how they spent their holidays and what their plan is for the new year. They also try the "Daddy Juice" that was recommended by the two handsome podcaster...

Email us at quietriotshow@gmail.com. This episode might not be as cheerful as some might feel around the Christmas Holiday. Usually, for most people, Christmas time is happy time. Now for some people Christmas can be very hard, maybe someone lost a loved one around the holidays, maybe some just don't celebrate Christmas, the pure pressure of the society can be a little troublesome, or like in...

Email us at quietriotshow@gmail.com. Stephen "ChickenMan" Trottier is a high school teacher, who explains how Covid had him evaluate certain things in life. Steve has daily interactions with high school teens and talks about how he tries to guide them and get them ready for their future and what he learns from them to help him grow as a teacher and a person. We also discussed what does t...

Email us at quietriotshow@gmail.com. Brandon Flood ( @brandonvaughanflood ) is a successful day trader and a testicular cancer survivor. He shares his story about going through the emotional rollercoaster. Not only he was dealing with the cancer, hoping everything works out, life threw another curve ball in his and his wife's life, right after his surgery, a loss of their daughter that was bo...

Email us at quietriotshow@gmail.com. This week we decided to collaborate with a men's health podcast Men's Health Unscripted. Patrick and Cameron join us on this adventure to talk about their podcast, men's health and more. The two pharmacists are medical professionals that know a lot about how the body works and what we should be doing as men to make sure we stay healthy. Dive in t...

Email us at quietriotshow@gmail.com. Tommy and Tim dive deep into the complexities of vulnerability and its impact on men’s mental health. Why do so many men struggle to express their emotions? Is vulnerability a sign of weakness or a hidden strength? They explore societal expectations, personal experiences, and the internal battles that come with opening up. Can embracing vulnerability actually m...

Email us at quietriotshow@gmail.com. Lee Goren, a former NHL forward who played for the Boston Bruins, Florida Panthers, Vancouver Canucks, and the Manitoba Moose, opens up about the highs and lows of his hockey career and the personal battles he faced beyond the rink. In this deeply personal conversation, Lee shares insights on the mental and emotional toll of professional sports, transitioning o...

Email us at quietriotshow@gmail.com. Mike opens up about the heartbreaking loss of his bandmate, Shane, who tragically lost his battle with mental illness. Shane wasn’t just a fellow musician—he was a brother in arms, a best friend, and a part of something bigger. In this deeply personal episode, we sit down with Mike Dearman, a dedicated musician and member of the Winnipeg-based metal band RAMSKU...

Email us at quietriotshow@gmail.com. This episode takes a deep dive into the complexities of family dynamics and the impact they have on men's mental health. Tommy recently returned from a five-week trip, spending four of those weeks in Slovakia with his family. While reconnecting was meaningful, it also came with emotional challenges—especially in his turbulent relationship with his mother....

Email us at quietriotshow@gmail.com. ADHD is more than just restlessness—it’s a daily battle that often goes unnoticed for years. Many individuals struggle with its challenges long before receiving a diagnosis, navigating frustration, self-doubt, and misunderstandings along the way. In this episode, Scott opens up about his personal journey, from experiencing difficulties in school and social sett...

Email us at quietriotshow@gmail.com. What goes on inside the mind of a professional athlete? Most of us watch from the stands or on TV, but few truly understand the mental battles that unfold before, during, and after the game. In this episode, we sit down with Troy Westwood—former CFL kicker and punter who spent 18 years with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, a musician, and a radio host. Troy takes us...

Email us at quietriotshow@gmail.com. Tyler opens up about his personal journey with mental health. Growing up in small-town rural Manitoba, Tyler faced unique challenges that shaped his perspective on self-acceptance, resilience, and mental well-being. In this episode, Tyler shares his experiences as a gay man navigating adolescence and early adulthood, shedding light on the struggles, triumphs, a...

Email us at quietriotshow@gmail.com. Brett "Bretzky" Naskrent's journey is one of unimaginable loss, resilience, and the relentless struggle to rebuild. As a single father, he was forced to navigate the unthinkable—grieving the sudden loss of his son's mother while trying to hold his world together. But the heartbreak didn’t stop there. The son he had raised as his own, his ste...

Email us at quietriotshow@gmail.com. What happens when everything looks perfect on the outside, but inside, you’re struggling to breathe? In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with Glen—a life coach and mentor who has dedicated his career to helping others reach their personal and professional goals. But before he could guide others, he had to confront his own battles. Glen shares his raw and p...

Email us at quietriotshow@gmail.com. What happens when a painful breakup shakes your world to its core? In this episode of The Quiet Riot Show, we take a deep dive into the personal journey of co-host Tim. He opens up about one of the toughest moments of his life—a breakup that left him questioning everything. But through the struggle, he found something unexpected: growth, resilience, and ultimat...

Email us at quietriotshow@gmail.com. Meet Tommy, the other host of our show, as he opens up about his personal battle with depression and anxiety. These struggles not only impacted his mental health but also his marriage. In this powerful episode, Tommy reveals the turning point that helped him push through the darkest moments and how he's found healing. What changed? How did he overcome it a...

Email us at quietriotshow@gmail.com. This is a short introduction episode where we explain what our podcast is all about. Our 1st episode will be released July 3, 2023 and will be available on all major streaming platforms. Follow us on our on our social media and subscribe to our channel if you liked our episode THE QUIET RIOT SHOW Instagram Email Tim Instagram Tommy Instagram SPONSOR The Pizza O...