Mental Perk
Real people...Real Issues...Real Talk. Destigmatizing misconceptions about mental health and encourage conversations about tough topics. We understand all of us are impacted by the effects of mental health in different ways. We want to highlight guests who are winning the battle, their very real struggles, and how honest talk can change the way we view mental health. We want everyone to know "You're Worthy...We're in this together".
Episodes
78 episodes
Episode 79- 🎙️ From Prescription to the Bottle… and Back: Scott Harwerth’s Journey to Recovery
You’re in a bad place." Sometimes, the truth hits hardest when it comes from someone who knows you best.On today’s episode of Mental Perk, we’re joined by Scott Harwerth—a husband, father, and fighter who’s reclaiming h...
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Episode 78-🚀 From Fighter Jets to Fearless Leadership: How Brian Maddocks is Rewiring the Way We Lead Leadership Coach | Veteran | Founder of the Total Engagement System
Leadership Coach | Veteran | Founder of the Total Engagement SystemBrian Maddocks is no stranger to high-stakes performance and purpose-driven leadership. A military veteran turned leadership expert, Brian created the Total Engage...
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Episode 77- The Day Her World Shattered: Peri Rose’s Fight for Love, Identity, Survival—and the Darkness of Depression
On today’s Mental Perk, we sit down with Peri Rose—a powerhouse in branding and real estate whose real-life story is raw, real, and radically resilient. From childhood bullying and toxic relationships to traumatic workplace assa...
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Episode 76- Back to Work Stress Got You Like 😩? Let’s Talk It Out + Our Upcoming Course!
In this episode, Brandi and Karla dive deep into the struggles of getting back into the office after being forced to work from home. They talk about the challenges of re-adjusting to office life and share exciting details about their upc...
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Episode 75- Boxer to entrepreneur
Today on Mental Perk, we’re joined by Chris Jones—a Dallas native whose journey from the boxing ring to the boardroom is all about grit, growth, and heart. Once a fighter, now a leader in roofing and life, Chris brings discipli...
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Episode 74- "Mental Health Across America: You Asked, We Answered"
From New York to Nevada, Texas to Tennessee—y’all showed UP with the real questions about anxiety, depression, burnout, boundaries, and everything in between. 🙌In this powerful Q&A episode, Karla and Brandi dive into raw, relatable m...
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Episode 73- Healing with Paws and Purpose. 🐾
🎙️ Welcome to Mental Perk! 🎙️ Today’s episode is all about healing with paws and purpose. 🐾We’re joined by Traci Pryor from the Pet Partners Therapy Animal Program to talk about how YOU and your pet can ...
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Mental Perk Vol 72 -Surviving Sepsis & Trauma: Amber DeWitt’s Incredible Journey of Healing and Faith | PTSD & Recovery Story
Amber DeWitt’s birth story turned into a fight for her life. What was supposed to be a peaceful water birth in a birthing center quickly turned into an emergency C-section and life-threatening complications. After battling sepsis shock, multipl...
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Episode 71-Faith, Family & Aneurysm Survival: Bridgette King's Journey of Hope and Healing | Faith Story & Medical Miracle
Meet Bridgette King: wife of 30 years to Travis, mom to Lydia, Emily, and Ryan, mother-in-law to Noah, and Honey to Joshua. As an assistant principal in a top-tier school district, Bridgette balances her passion for education with a deep commit...
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Episode 70- "College Life, Mental Health, and Resilience | Carter Kindla’s Real Talk"
Join us as we welcome our inspiring guest, Carter Kindla (@carterkindla)! Carter is a college student at the University of Texas at Arlington, majoring in Audio Production and a proud member of the university band. Beyond academics, Cart...
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Episode 69- Navigating Mental Health as a Single Mom to a Child with Special Needs
Navigating Mental Health as a Single Mom to a Child with Special NeedsThis week on Mental Perk, we sit down with Faith Longbottom—a resilient single mom and passionate mental health advocate. Faith opens up about her personal journey nav...
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Episode 68- "How Women Can Protect Themselves | Self-Defense, Situational Awareness & Real Talk with Brandi & Karla"
In today’s episode, Brandi and Karla dive into a powerful and essential conversation: How Women Can Protect Themselves—covering everything from self-defense tips and situational awareness to what it really means ...
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Episode 67- "Church Trauma, Therapist Abuse & Healing Through Fitness | Amy Land's Powerful Survival Story"
Coming Wednesday! Episode 67Amy Land is a survivor, advocate, and entrepreneur who has spent the last 20 years in Western North Carolina—seven of those in Brevard. Alongside her husband of 32 years, she’s served in full-time ministry and...
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Episode 66 – Can ChatGPT Replace Your Therapist?
In this thought-provoking episode, Karla and Brandi tackle a question that’s becoming more relevant every day: Can artificial intelligence take the place of a human therapist? 🤖🧠With the rise of mental health apps and tools like...
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Episode 65- From Adversity to Triumph! A Powerful Journey of Mindset, Manifestation & Real Estate Success!
Welcome back to Mental Perk! In this episode, we’re thrilled to have Kirstine Openshaw, a real estate powerhouse who has turned adversity into triumph through the power of mindset, manifestation, and determination. Kirstine...
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Episode 64-Overcoming Adversity: How Heather Graham Turned Trauma into Purpose and Hope!
Welcome back to Mental Perk! In this episode, we sit down with Heather Graham, an elementary school counselor with over 21 years of experience in public education. Driven by her passion for helping others, Heather recently ...
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Episode 63-"Unlock Your True Identity: The Secret to Becoming Unstoppable!" Brian Ulch on Martial Arts, Firearms, and Protecting Lives!
Welcome back to Mental Perk! In this episode, we’re joined by Brian Ulch, a seasoned security professional with over 32 years of experience in close contact knife and firearms training and multiple martial arts style...
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Mental Perk Vol 62 -Unlock Your Best Self: Wellness, Mind-Body Connection & Transformational Health
With over 27 years of experience, Abby Pagud is a trailblazer in the fitness and wellness industry, dedicated to transforming lives through personalized health strategies. As the founder and CEO of Kapitol Health, she empowers individuals to...
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Mental Perk Vol 61 -🎙️"From Breaking News to Breaking Barriers: Sarah Strackhouse’s Journey" 🎙️
Today on Mental Perk, we're excited to introduce Sarah Strackhouse. From her early days as a journalist reporting for major networks and covering national news, Sarah has evolved into a dynamic multimedia business owner. Now at the helm of Stra...
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Mental Perk Vol 60 - Breaking Barriers & Building Legacies: Suzanne’s Journey to Empowering Women
"In Episode 60, we are joined by Suzanne, an award-winning keynote speaker, dynamic business strategist, and transformational coach. She is renowned for empowering ambitious women to break through barriers and build extraordinary lives and busi...
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Mental Perk Vol 59 -"Man Up or Open Up? The Real Talk on Toxic Masculinity"
In this episode of Mental Perk, we’re diving deep into a topic that sparks debate, discomfort, and plenty of strong opinions—toxic masculinity. What does it really mean? Is society becoming "too soft," or are we finally giving men...
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Mental Perk Vol 58 -"Securing Lives & Empowering Others: Justin Barron on Protection, Preparedness, and Purpose"
Justin Barron is an accomplished security professional with extensive experience in executive protection, private security contracting, and firearms training. Currently, he serves as the Director of Security for Allegiance Project Security and ...
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Mental Perk Vol 57 - Catfish Kids - Unmasking Online Dangers Against Children
"Tony Godwin is a 35-year law enforcement veteran dedicated to protecting children and combating online exploitation. As a key member of the Northern Texas Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force for over 19 years, Tony has tackled cr...
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Mental Perk Vol 56 -"New Year, New Goals: Crushing Stress and Crushing It!"
Today on Mental Perk, Karla and Brandi dive into the art of starting the new year strong! Join them as they discuss setting meaningful goals, staying focused on achieving them, and managing stress along the way. Let’s make this year yo...
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Episode 55- Unwrapping the truth about holiday stress and how to find the joy you deserve this season. Let’s ditch the overwhelm and make the holidays feel magical again—just like they’re meant to be!" 🎄✨
🎙️ "Welcome back to Mental Perk, where we’re brewing up real talk for your mental well-being! This week, Karla and Brandi are diving into the holly, jolly chaos of the holidays. 🎄✨We know the season can ...
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