UpTalk Podcast

This week I chat with the host of the Flight of Thoughts Podcast, Jake Mitchell about his personal Mental Health journey. From his start as a Paramedic, to how that led him to a career as a Harm Reduction Worker at a supervised injection site. He even asks me a few questions! You don't want to miss this! Subscribe, Listen, and Share! #UpTalkSeason5 #OwnYourGrowth #MoreLoveLessJudgement

Meet Leah Siwinski. The former Chicago Fire Paramedic joins me to courageously share her story of struggle, growth, and hope. Subscribe, Listen, and Share! #UpTalkSeason5 #OwnYourGrowth #MoreLoveLessJudgement

Starting out as a Farmer, and ending up retiring after more than 27 years as a Corrections Officer. How does that happen? And how does art connect it all together? Pat Bliss is here to tell us about his journey, and take us through his visually powerful book, "Behind The Razor Ribbon". Subscribe, Listen, and Share! #UpTalkSeason5 #OwnYourGrowth #MoreLoveLessJudgement

In this episode I get to catch up with long-time friend, and Founder of Life Out Load - Mental Health Consulting and Creatives, Martina Kelades. Subscribe, Listen, and Share! #UpTalkSeason5 #OwnYourGrowth #MoreLoveLessJudgement

Meet Dr. Jody Carrington. A Psychologist, Public Speaker, and Author. A great chat that includes topics such as Grief vs. Mourning, and tips on how to hold space instead of immediately trying to "fix" things. Also learn about her new passion project, Hello Hero. Stop whatever you are doing and listen to this episode! Subscribe, Listen, and Share! #UpTalkSeason5 #OwnYourGrowth #MoreLoveLessJudgemen...

Meet Canadian Forces Veteran, Grant Miller. He tells us about his journey inside and outside of the Military. A fantastic chat! Subscribe, Listen, and Share! #UpTalkSeason5 #OwnYourGrowth #MoreLoveLessJudgement

Meet Andrew Bethune. The former Nova Scotia Paramedic turned Journalist tells us about his upcoming book, which chronicles the highs and lows of his Paramedic career. Subscribe, Listen, and Share! #UpTalkSeason5 #OwnYourGrowth #MoreLoveLessJudgement

Meet wellness enthusiast, and Founding Board Member of The Road Warriors, Shannon LeLievre. I hope you enjoy this fantastic chat! Subscribe, Listen, and Share! #UpTalkSeason5 #OwnYourGrowth #MoreLoveLessJudgement

Meet Advanced Care Paramedic and Founder of Code 15 Project, Laura Szarka! Subscribe, Listen, and Share! #UpTalkSeason5 #OwnYourGrowth #MoreLoveLessJudgement

Wendy Lund, Founder and CEO of Wellth Management, stops by to give us some tips on how to maintain your overall wellness during adverse times like these. Subscribe, Listen, and Share! #UpTalkSeason5 #OwnYourGrowth #MoreLoveLessJudgement

A fantastic chat with Steve Critchley about his personal journey and the life-changing Equine Assisted learning program he founded, Can Praxis. This episode is dedicated to Paramedic Tom Dobson. PLease check out the UpTalk Facebook page to learn more about a fundraising effort for his family. Subscribe, Listen, and Share! #UpTalkSeason5 #OwnYourGrowth #MoreLoveLessJudgement

A great chat with popular Public Speaker Allan Kehler about his inspirational personal journey, and his new, powerful book "Mental Health: It's Time To Talk". Subscribe, Listen, and Share! #UpTalkSeason5 #OwnYourGrowth #MoreLoveLessJudgement

Awesome chat with Military Veteran, and Hrd2Kill Creator Dave Morrow, as he tells us about the path that led him from the Military to Online Personal Training, Podcasting, and being an Author! This episode is dedicated to Paramedic Graham Garrett. Subscribe, Listen, and Share! #UpTalkSeason5 #OwnYourGrowth #MoreLoveLessJudgement

A eye-opening chat about sleep with Jacqueline Toomey, from First Responder Sleep Recovery! This episode is dedicated Paramedic Chris Taylor. Subscribe, Listen. and Share! #UpTalkSeason5 #OwnYourGrowth #MoreLoveLessJudgement

A great chat with Film Director, and Mental Health Advocate, Tyler Simmonds. Listen as he tells us about his mental health journey, and breaks down the stigma that still exists within the Black community. Subscribe, Listen, and Share! #UpTalkSeason5 #OwnYourGrowth #MoreLoveLessJudgement

Meet Jack Rennie. Advanced Care Paramedic, Yoga Teacher, and Mental Health Advocate. Hear his amazing story of Post-Traumatic Growth, and how he uses the skills that he has collected along his amazing journey to help his "relatives" today. Subscribe, Listen, and Share!

On the Season 4 Finale, we show you what it is like to listen in on an unscripted, phone chat between two good friends who are also Mental Health Advocates. Listen as Teresa Coulter drops some knowledge about Yoga, Breath Work, Setting Intentions, AND leads us in a guided meditation! Hope you love it! Dedicated to Calgary Fire Captain Barry "Bear" Dawson. UpTalk is supported by Mental Health News...

Meet Robin Campbell. She is a 10-year Veteran of the Volunteer Fire Service. She is currently a PHD candidate, working in the field of Volunteer Firefighter Mental Health. Awesome chat about such an important topic! This episode is dedicated to Leading Seaman Matt Pinczak, who died on July 10, 2019. UpTalk is supported by Mental Health News Radio Network​, and DT Social Solutions​. The podcast is...

In this episode we welcome Janice Landry back to UpTalk for the 3rd time! A great chat about her new book, Silver Linings, and the importance of Gratitude. This episode is dedicated to Janice's Mom, Theresa Landry. Theresa died in August of 2018. UpTalk is supported by Mental Health News Radio Network​, and DT Social Solutions​. The podcast is sponsored by The Tema Foundation​, BOS Helps Inc., and...

After a childhood filled with trauma and abuse, David Brown had a career as a Paramedic, and then as a Police Officer. Hear his amazing story of resilience and hope, which led him to become an Author. What are you doing to Own Your Growth? This episode is dedicated to Deputy Marshal Richard Hart, who died in the line of duty on October 16, 1982. UpTalk is supported by Mental Health News Radio Netw...

In this episode we welcome Dr. Mike Hart to the podcast! He is a leader in Medical Cannabis Administration and Treatment. This guy is the real deal! Enjoy! This episode is dedicated to 2 men who are an inspiration to my guest. Greg Price, and David Hawkins. Here are 2 articles that highlight Greg and David: https://www.cmfmag.ca/beyond_uniform/title-veteran-shares-battle-with-ptsd-in-new-documenta...

A powerful chat with Nick Hennink, Paramedic and Singer/Songwriter. Here his music and his story. Joining him is Candace Curtis. She is a Nurse and Mental Health Advocate. She is also the Sister of Robbie Curtis, who this episode is dedicated to. He was a Paramedic in Regina Saskatchewan, who died by suicide on August 22, 2018. UpTalk is supported by Mental Health News Radio Network​, and DT Socia...

What makes a Flight Medic/RN want to open up a Ketamine Clinic? What are the benefits of Ketamine? My guest, Will Ratliff, answers these questions while giving us a a crash course in Ketamine 101. This episode is dedicated to Paramedic James Arizpe. UpTalk is supported by Mental Health News Radio Network​, and DT Social Solutions​. The podcast is sponsored by The Tema Foundation​, BOS Helps, and L...

How do you become a Corrections Officer "by accident"? How do you embrace that line of work afterwards, resolve the constant trauma that the job brings, and find Post-Traumatic Growth? Enjoy this candid chat with Speaker, Life Coach, and Time Management Expert Lauren Hope Cleveland. This episode is dedicated to Corrections Officer Cara Thompson. UpTalk is supported by Mental Health News Radio Netw...

Meet Police Officer James Jefferson. James talks about his own personal struggles with PTSD, how he owns his growth, and his new position within the police force that allows him to support his brothers and sisters everyday. A fantastic chat! UpTalk is supported by Mental Health News Radio Network​, and DT Social Solutions​. The podcast is sponsored by The Tema Foundation​, BOS Helps, and Legacy Pl...