
Hi! I'm Uma - a neuroscientist, researcher, board-certified Mental Health Peer Specialist, mental health advocate, organizer, community builder, communicator... and most importantly, someone with vast lived experiences with mental health, chronic illness, young-adult cancer, & survivorship. On this show, I bring all of my identities together to bring you honest and unfiltered conversations explori... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 58 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Health & FitnessMental Health | |||

On episode 57 of A Chat with Uma, I sit down with my dear friend & role model, Dr. Ben Rein: neuroscientist, author of Why Brains Need Friends, & award-winning science communicator. A Stanford-trained researcher who has published 20+ papers on the ne... more
On episode 56 of A Chat with Uma, I’m here for a solo episode to kick off Mental Illness Awareness Week 2025 with a bold claim: that the most powerful way to raise awareness for mental illness — & to change how it’s perceived, treated, & supported — ... more
On Episode 55 of A Chat with Uma, I'm here with a deeply personal, long-requested solo episode for Suicide Prevention Month. For years, I've woven pieces of my story into different episodes-OCD, PTSD, depression, advocacy, research-but I've never ded... more
On episode 54 of A Chat with Uma, we dive into Part 2 of my conversation with Dr. Rachel Wurzman—a neuroscientist, neuroethicist, therapist, entrepreneur, and lived-experience advocate who has walked through the fire of academia, identity, and surviv... more
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The discussions center on mental health, neuroscience, and the intersection of personal experiences with formal research and advocacy. It features heartfelt conversations that explore the complexities of mental health struggles and treatments, including the use of psychedelics, lived experiences, and community support. Themes like resilience, advocacy, and the importance of destigmatizing mental health are prevalent in the episodes, providing a platform for both expert insights and authentic personal narratives. This engaging blend of personal stories and professional expertise makes it a unique resource for anyone interested in the deeper conversations surrounding mental health and well-being.
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Recent guests on A Chat with Uma include:
1. Dr. Ben Rein
2. Dr. Rachel Wurzman
3. Dr. Boris Heifets
4. Dr. Martijn Figee
5. Jon Nelson
6. Dr. Ya'el Courtney
7. Scott Kelsey
8. Alie Bernard Garza, LCSW
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