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Giving Voice to Depression: Real Stories & Expert Support for Depression and Mental Health

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Giving Voice To Depression unites lived experience and expert insight to shine a spotlight on depression and mental health. Each week, we bring you honest personal stories, evidence-based strategies, and compassionate conversations to help you understand, cope with, and recover from depression. Whether you’re navigating your own journey, supporting a loved one, or simply seeking to better understa... more

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"How are you?"

Instead of giving the automatic answer—"Fine"—Nick paused.

Then he said something most of us rarely admit:

"Actually, I've been really struggling."

That honest response became the beginning of this conversation.

In this deeply per... more

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When depression affects your concentration, confidence, or energy, staying productive can feel like a constant battle with yourself.

But working harder is not always the answer.

In the second half of this practical conversation, Terry and Bridget c... more

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When depression steals your motivation, even the smallest task can feel impossible.

Getting out of bed. Answering an email. Folding laundry. Starting a work project.

From the outside, it may look like procrastination or laziness. From the inside, i... more

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Recent Guests

Todd Rennebohm
Author of Sometimes Daddy Cries; father and husband living with depression, anxiety and ADHD
Author, Sometimes Daddy Cries
Episode: Father's Day Special: When Dad Has Depression — Helping Children Understand Mental Health
Dr. Margaret Rutherford
Psychologist
Independent psychologist featured on the show
Episode: Reasons We Deny Our Depression: High-Functioning Depression and the Signs We Miss
Aja Chavez
Licensed therapist, suicide attempt survivor
Independent therapist
Episode: Am I Depressed? Signs, Symptoms, and High-Functioning Depression Explained
Jeffrey Rubin
Psychologist and expert on mental health
Independent clinician/academic
Episode: Overwhelmed by the News? Grounding Techniques for Depression and Emotional Burnout
Dr. Jeffrey Rubin
A pioneer in blending Eastern meditation with Western psychotherapy
Episode: How to Deal with Depression: Finding Meaning, Self-Compassion, and Emotional Resilience
Dan Udell
Podcaster and mental health advocate
Know Yourself podcast
Episode: What Depression Really Feels Like: Symptoms, Negative Thoughts, and How Recovery Happens
Molly Bacchus
Introduced as a guest who coined the term 'The Impossible Task' to describe daily struggles faced during depression
Episode: Why Depression Makes Daily Life Feel Impossible — and How to Ask for Help Without Shame
Darin Olien
Wellness expert, author of SuperLife
Co-star of Down to Earth, host of The Darin Olien Show
Episode: The Connection Between Mental and Physical Health: Darin Olien on Depression, Nutrition, and Recovery
Andre Henry
Singer, songwriter, and author
Episode: Make It To Tomorrow: Andre Henry on Depression, Suicide, and Hope Through Song

Hosts

Terry Maguire
Host and creator, with a focus on lived-experience storytelling and compassionate guidance in mental health conversations.
Carly McCullough
Co-host and licensed social worker; educator focused on mental health discussions and practical support.
Bridget
Sister and former co-host who contributed lived-experience perspectives and coping strategies.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 313 ratings
  • Well-Researched and Hopeful

    Terry does a great job finding relatable stories, showing coping strategies, and putting together a compelling script for the interviews.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jegoddar
    United States2 months ago
  • Great interviews

    This podcast is both informative and deeply encouraging! The host is very skilled at conducting interviews and pulls out golden nuggets from each guest. I always walk away having learned something new. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    jerrydrum
    United States2 months ago
  • A podcast that helps you feel seen

    A truly tragically beautiful podcast into the realities of depression. Terri does a phenomenal job as host and really helps create an atmosphere of vulnerability and understanding.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KindTrash
    United States2 months ago
  • Finally, a Podcast That Says What So Many Can’t!

    Giving Voice to Depression does exactly what its name promises — it breaks the silence around one of the most misunderstood and under-discussed mental health struggles out there. In a world where depression is still too often minimized or stigmatized, this podcast creates a space where people can speak honestly and be heard without judgment.

    The episodes are thoughtful, the conversations are deeply human, and the range of guests and perspectives means there's something here for almost everyone ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dillonmcc32
    United States2 months ago
  • Not alone anymore

    These interviews and stories remind me that I’m not alone in my experience. Highly recommend for anyone impacted by depression and their loved ones!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CBeidler
    United States2 months ago

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Audience highlights the podcast as a safe space that reduces stigma and fosters a sense of belonging.
Many praise practical takeaways and real-world tools for families and individuals.
Listeners appreciate the candid, hopeful treatment of depression and the host's empathetic interviewing style.

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Father's Day Special: When Dad Has Depression — Helping Children Understand Mental Health
Q: So I want to ask about the word sad. And it is the exact word I would use talking to children about what depression is. But if you were talking to other people with depression or living with someone with depression or supporting someone with depression, how would you describe it differently?
Todd explains that depression goes beyond sadness and can feel like a debilitating, heavy, and never-ending vacuum; describing it to adults involves acknowledging the physical and neurological impacts, the need for rest and medical support, and the long arc of recovery rather than a simple mood shift.
Depression Help That Works: Suicidal Thoughts, 988 Crisis Support, Therapy, and Antidepressants Explained
Q: Is it safe to ask someone if they are thinking about suicide?
Yes; asking directly does not plant the idea and can prevent harm by opening a conversation and directing them to help.
Depression Help That Works: Suicidal Thoughts, 988 Crisis Support, Therapy, and Antidepressants Explained
Q: What should someone do if they're having thoughts of self-harm or suicide?
Speak up to a trusted person or professional; naming the thoughts helps them become manageable and directs you toward immediate resources like 988 or a crisis professional.
What Depression Really Feels Like: Symptoms, Negative Thoughts, and How Recovery Happens
Q: Did your sister go through depression at the same time as you?
Terry explains that both he and his sister experienced depression but were not in a place to recognize or acknowledge each other's struggles.
What Depression Really Feels Like: Symptoms, Negative Thoughts, and How Recovery Happens
Q: What was your depression like?
Terry describes it as a dark experience where he completely withdraws and believes lies about himself, stating that depression talks to you in your own voice and infiltrates your deepest insecurities.

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1. Todd Rennebohm
2. Dr. Margaret Rutherford
3. Aja Chavez
4. Jeffrey Rubin
5. Dr. Jeffrey Rubin
6. Dan Udell
7. Molly Bacchus
8. Darin Olien

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