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On this podcast, Daniel H. Gillison Jr., CEO of NAMI (the National Alliance on Mental Illness), brings important mental health topics to light, one conversation at a time. Hope starts with us sharing our stories. Hope starts with us breaking the stigma. Hope starts with us sharing resources and practical advice. If you or a loved one is struggling with a mental health condition and are looking for... more

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Access to mental health care services has grown over time, but there is still work to be done. In this episode, guest host Dr. Christine Crawford, NAMI’s chief medical officer, speaks with Sara Imtiaz, NAMI’s director of innovation, about how NAMI is... more

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At the start of the 2026-2027 NBA season, five-time All-Star NBA player Kevin Love joins NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr. to discuss athlete mental health. Rooted in his personal experiences, Kevin Love explores breaking the silence, moving past stig... more

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Tune in for a conversation between American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) Senior Vice President of Research Dr. Jill Harkavy-Friedman and NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr. During their conversation, the pair discusses the ways that both NAM... more

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In this episode, Peloton instructor and singer Camila Ramón joins guest host, Dr. Christine Crawford, NAMI’s chief medical officer. Camila Ramón has led a lifelong journey with exercise and fitness at the core, first as a dancer in her youth and now ... more

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Recent Guests

Sara Imtiaz
NAMI director of innovation who develops pilots for new approaches to mental health support
National Alliance on Mental Illness
Episode: How Lived Experience Shapes Innovation in Mental Health Care Featuring Dr. Christine Crawford and Sara Imtiaz
Christine Crawford
NAMI chief medical officer
National Alliance on Mental Illness
Episode: How Lived Experience Shapes Innovation in Mental Health Care Featuring Dr. Christine Crawford and Sara Imtiaz
Kevin Love
Five-time NBA All-Star and founder of the Kevin Love Fund.
Kevin Love Fund
Episode: Real Talk: Support for Athletes’ Mental Health Featuring Kevin Love
Jill Harkavy-Friedman
Senior Vice President of Research at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, clinician and researcher
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Episode: Inspiring Hope Through Research Featuring Jill Harkavy-Friedman, Ph.D.
Camila Ramón
Peloton instructor, first Peloton instructor to hold classes in only Spanish; Argentine immigrant and musician
Peloton
Episode: From Being Fit to Feeling Well Featuring Dr. Christine Crawford and Camila Ramón
Brandon Graham
NAMI's Director of Advocacy
NAMI
Episode: Get Ready to Vote for Mental Health Featuring Brandon Graham
Michelle Hammer
Schizophrenia activist, founder of Schizophrenic.NYC
Schizophrenic.NYC
Episode: Life as an Entrepreneur Living With Schizophrenia Featuring Michelle Hammer
Kristen Doute
A recognizable reality TV personality sharing her postpartum mental health journey
The Valley on Bravo
Episode: Navigating Motherhood and Mental Health Featuring Dr. Christine Crawford and Kristen Doute
Jessica Clementino
Volunteer, NAMI Family Caregiver HelpLine
NAMI HelpLine Volunteer
Episode: Serving Families Through Compassion and Experience Featuring Jessica Clementino, Megan Rochford, and Inigo San Gil

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Dan Gillison
Host of the podcast; CEO of NAMI, appears as a primary host across many episodes

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • Consumer

    NAMI,s been providing me with quality information in their newsletter and webinars for years now. I look forward to get this information in their podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bipolar1976
    United States3 years ago
  • Important Podcast!

    As an adult with Serious Mental Illness, NAMI has played an important part in my journey. I have been involved with NAMI for over six years through attending my local support group. I’m so impressed by all NAMI does nationally, statewide, and locally for those with mental illness. This podcast is an excellent addition to the organization’s work! I look forward to increasing my involvement with NAMI, so that I can join their efforts to improve the lives of those with mental illness.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NateTheGr8 07
    United States3 years ago
  • Highly Recommend

    A great podcast that breaks down important concepts into terms anyone can understand. There’s something for everyone here and I highly recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chicago234230854309573194ie2
    United States4 years ago

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Quality guests and clear, compassionate discussions keep complex issues accessible for a broad audience.
The mix of lived experience and expert input helps destigmatize complex topics.
The show is action-oriented, offering tangible ways to participate in advocacy and support networks.
Engaging stories and practical resources make mental health approachable for many listeners.

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How Lived Experience Shapes Innovation in Mental Health Care Featuring Dr. Christine Crawford and Sara Imtiaz
Q: What are you most excited about as you explore new creative solutions to challenges in providing mental health care?
Imtiaz is excited about testing community-designed pilots, including a justice system initiative connecting people in correctional settings with peer support and care resources after release.
How Lived Experience Shapes Innovation in Mental Health Care Featuring Dr. Christine Crawford and Sara Imtiaz
Q: When we talk about first episode psychosis, is this an experience that resonates with you and was part of your mental health journey?
Imtiaz describes experiencing psychosis after a difficult divorce, including a break from reality and racing thoughts. She later received treatment and recovered.
Real Talk: Support for Athletes’ Mental Health Featuring Kevin Love
Q: For our young listeners, what advice do you give and would you give to young student athletes who might want to follow in your footsteps and what can they do to prepare their mental health for the pressure of sports performance?
Love recommends building a support system, scheduling recovery, prioritizing sleep, taking breaks from sport, and maintaining friendships and interests beyond athletics. He also emphasizes that athletes can ask for help before reaching a crisis point.
Real Talk: Support for Athletes’ Mental Health Featuring Kevin Love
Q: What was your experience, Kevin, like in therapy? As a professional athlete, did you have fears about actually going into therapy?
Love says he delayed therapy because he did not know where to start and feared being exposed. Therapy helped him unpack long-buried experiences, including his grief over his grandmother, and taught him that progress takes consistent work.
Inspiring Hope Through Research Featuring Jill Harkavy-Friedman, Ph.D.
Q: What does existing research say about the effectiveness of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline in saving lives?
Harkavy-Friedman says 98% of callers report feeling better after a call and 88% of callers who were suicidal at the start are no longer suicidal afterward. Trained counselors help de-escalate crises and restore access to usual coping.

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1. Sara Imtiaz
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