Take It From Us with Kent Johns
Take It From Us is the voice of lived experience. In this podcast, you'll hear real people share honest stories about mental health, addiction, trauma and recovery - straight from their own journeys.
They'll tell you what actually worked, what didn't, and what they wish they'd known sooner.
Host Kent Johns is a former broadcaster-turned-health-coach who believes everyone has a story to tell if people take the time to really listen.
So settle in, you're going to hear some stories. Take it from us - and from them.
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If you need support, click here for helpful links, phone numbers and resources:
https://ember.org.nz/resources/in-a-crisis/
Take It From Us with Kent Johns
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Jamie Summers: I had a stroke at 39 - now I'm warning other construction workers about their health
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Heidi McIlroy: A book for young people who can't find the words
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Joe Daymond is a Kiwi comedian who makes you laugh about the hard stuff - the things most of us hide. He talks about things like mental health and relationships on stage in a way that makes people feel less alone.He's had low times, incl...
Todd Muller: One step away from being Prime Minister - then it all fell apart
Todd Muller was elected leader of the National Party in May 2020, a tantalising final step towards achieving a boyhood dream of one day being Prime Minister. Within five days, he was experiencing waves of anxiety he'd never felt bef...
Fan Mail
excellent interview with Chris and Di talking about the very tough challenges with day to day life facing people with fasd and their families. Thank you for exposing this issue and increasing awareness and understanding.
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