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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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Latest Episodes

Instagram creator ShannyPants has built a community of hundreds of thousands of followers by making people laugh.

But while millions of people saw the funny videos, very few knew she was quietly living with depression.

In this episode, Shannon shar... more

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For years, Davey believed he had depression.

What he didn't know was why.

After nearly a decade of living with severe depression—including years of suicidal thoughts—a conversation with a physician changed everything. Within minutes of hearing Dave... more

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What do you do when depression makes even getting out of bed feel impossible?

Davey knows that battle firsthand.

After years of pushing through exhaustion and believing something was physically wrong, he was eventually diagnosed with major depressi... more

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Why do so many people wait years before asking for help with depression?

For award-winning television journalist Ted Perry, the answer was simple: stigma.

In this candid conversation, Ted shares why he kept his depression hidden for years, how grie... 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, author, fellow podcaster
Episode: High-Functioning Depression and Denial: Signs You’re Depressed But Don’t Know It
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 of the show; co-creator; frequent presenter with long-running involvement in depressive-health conversations.
Carly McCullough
Co-host; licensed social worker and educator with expertise in mental health support.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 310 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 Statesa month 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 Statesa month 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 Statesa month 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 Statesa month 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 Statesa month ago

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Guests and hosts are described as authentic, knowledgeable, and relatable, with practical advice that listeners can apply.
Listeners praise the show's compassionate, real-world approach to depression and its impact on personal lives.
The production quality and guest expertise are frequently highlighted as strengths, along with the safe, supportive tone.
Overall, audiences appreciate the balance of lived experience and clinical insight.

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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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This program centers on real stories from people living with depression, paired with expert insights to unpack symptoms, treatments, coping strategies, and the everyday realities of mental health. Episodes blend lived experience with clinical guidance, practical tools, and compassionate dialogue to reduce stigma, normalize help-seeking, and foster hopeful, actionable paths for listeners, whether they're navigating their own journey or supporting someone else. A standout quality is the consistent mix of personal storytelling with expert perspectives, plus a strong emphasis on safety planning, community support, and practical steps that listeners can apply in daily life across varied contexts—from family dynamics to workplace stress. Potentia... more

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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
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