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Behind Beautiful Things

ForthHand
Mental Health
Anxiety
Childhood Trauma
Trauma
Grief
Resilience
Depression
Addiction
Family Dynamics
Relationships
Personal Growth
Parenting
Therapy
Domestic Violence
Writing
Storytelling
Sexual Abuse
Dementia
Coaching
Self-Acceptance

Behind Beautiful Things is the new name for the podcast Sad Times.

Bob Dylan once said, "Behind every beautiful thing, there's been some kind of pain".

Behind Beautiful Things is a Mental Health Podcast focused on storytelling. Each episode of Behind Beautiful Things features a guest, and we talk with them about how sadness manifests within them; what type of behavior that may surface as a result ... more

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In this episode of Behind Beautiful Things, Kevin sits down with Kathleen, author of My Monster Truck Goes Everywhere with Me, to talk about her passion for helping children communicate, learn, and grow together.

Kathleen shares her work with Americ... more

In this episode of Behind Beautiful Things, Kevin sits down with David, author of Forged by Limitations, for a powerful and inspiring conversation about living with cerebral palsy, overcoming adversity, and finding strength through life’s limitations... more

In this powerful and inspiring episode of Behind Beautiful Things, Kevin sits down with author Christine to explore a remarkable story of resilience, motherhood, family, and overcoming unimaginable tragedy.

Christine shares how she found herself on ... more

In this inspiring episode of Behind Beautiful Things, Kevin sits down with author and educator Cynthia, author of the short story collection Prose Pizza. Cynthia shares insights from her extensive career in education, her passionate advocacy for publ... more

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Recent Guests

David Last
Author of Forged by Limitations
Independent/Author
Episode: David: Forged by Limitations | 210
Christine D. Schuck
Author, occasional artist, survivor
Episode: Christine: Resilience, Love, and Writing | 209
Cynthia Schuhwacher
Author and educator with a long career in Florida schools
Prose Pizza, Seeds from Wild Grasses, various poetry books
Episode: Cynthia: Imagination and Education | 208
Frank King
Comedian, TEDx speaker, mental health advocate
Speaker, author, TEDx presenter
Episode: Frank: Major Depressive Disorder and Humor | 207
Dr. Deb Butler
Guest author/coach focused on mindfulness, weight, and menopause
Thinner Peace and Menopause and Beyond
Episode: Deb: The Wake Up Call | 205
Keith Morgan
Author of Ruta's Closet, Holocaust researcher
Ruta's Closet (book)
Episode: Keith: Ruta’s Closet and History | 204
Kevin Crispin
Guest on the episode; discussed personal history and experiences with anxiety and creativity
Actor/Writer
Episode: Kevin: Our Host is Interviewed by his Sister Kelly | 200
Ria Neme
Author of the memoir Off-road Destiny
Author
Episode: Ria: Off-road Destiny | 192
Dr. Moe
Author of Breaking the Spell of Religion and Healing the Trauma
Author/Therapist
Episode: Dr. Moe: Breaking the Spell of Religion | 187

Host

Kevin
Host of Behind Beautiful Things; guides conversations with guests about sadness, healing, and growth.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 75 ratings
  • Thoughtful & Real Conversations

    Behind Beautiful Things is a thoughtful podcast that creates space for honest conversations with authentic people about real struggles and growth. Kevin approaches his guests with curiosity, care, & depth, which allows for meaningful dialogue rather than surface-level discussion.

    It was an honor to be a guest & to explore creativity, resilience, self-compassion, & working with the inner critic & anxiety in such an open & reflective way. I’m grateful for the integrity Kevin brings to these conve... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Your Creative Chord
    United States8 months ago
  • Of the Essence

    Amid the sea of podcasts full of people just talking, the stripped-down approach at work in SAD TIMES is never heavy-handed or intentionally guided by the pain of others. It’s just thoughtfully engaging conversation. Where it goes—sometimes a tragedy and sometimes a detasseling commiseration—follows the lead of the guest each week. For the most part, Kevin follows, and as a host, he is a mindful listener, full of conversational wit and anecdotal riffage. We’re just hangin out here, ya see. The o... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    erichhehn
    United States3 years ago
  • Love the Show

    Been a follower for a while. Kevin does a great job on this show listening and asking the important questions. Feels organic and I think Kevin missed his calling as a therapist. Keep up the Great work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jay31084
    United States3 years ago
  • Therapeutic and Honest!

    What a breathe of fresh air to hear people being open, and airing out their issues in an effort to heal others. Listening to other people's experiences and coping mechanisms really puts some of my own personal issues in perspective and helps to think outside my own head.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Philliplevi
    United States3 years ago
  • This is a great show with a lot of thought put into it. Real people with real experiences. Love it

    Podchaser
    5
    Jay Settlemyer
    5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners value the safe space for honest, vulnerable conversations.
Many praise the host for thoughtful, empathetic interviewing and grounding topics in real-life meaning.
Guests often feel heard and inspired to share personal healing journeys.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Deb: The Wake Up Call | 205
Q: What is the core method Deb uses with clients to address eating and emotions?
Deb uses a food journaling-based approach and teaches a number system for hunger and fullness, plus a separate scale for emotional hunger. She emphasizes feeling emotions without using food, and coaching clients to reconnect with their body's signals to improve long-term health and relationship with food.
Deb: The Wake Up Call | 205
Q: How did menopause act as a wake-up call for Deb's approach to weight and health?
Menopause disrupted previous weight-loss tricks and highlighted emotional hunger as a key driver. Deb explains that recognizing physical hunger and emotional hunger, and reframing how she helps others, was crucial to moving away from external diet rules toward a more embodied, self-trusting approach.
Frank: Major Depressive Disorder and Humor | 207
Q: What message would you give to someone who is considering reaching out for help with suicidal thoughts?
Encourages speaking up, reaching out to trusted people, and highlights that depression is treatable and that there are resources like crisis lines; emphasizes that sharing can reduce isolation.
Frank: Major Depressive Disorder and Humor | 207
Q: How did you transition from combatting depression to helping others through your TEDx talks and books?
After recognizing that content could combine humor with serious topics, he pursued TEDx talks, leveraged the experience to teach suicide prevention, and collaborated on books to reach men with mental health messages in a relatable way.
Frank: Major Depressive Disorder and Humor | 207
Q: What is major depressive disorder and how does the cycle feel for you?
Frank explains a 72-hour cycle where he descends, stabilizes, then rises again, treating depression as a recurring rhythm rather than a fixed state, and he uses practical strategies like gamification and a to-do system to move through the day.

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This show centers on honest storytelling about sadness, resilience, and mental health. Episodes feature a mix of authors, therapists, caregivers, and people with lived traumatic experiences who share how sadness manifests in behavior, coping strategies, and paths to healing. Guests range from grief researchers and trauma survivors to educators and business leaders, with conversations often spinning from personal loss to practical guidance for empathy, resilience, and healthier everyday living. A notable strength is the empathetic, no-judgment interview style that invites vulnerability while offering actionable takeaways for listeners and potential guests alike.

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Behind Beautiful Things launched 7 years ago and published 211 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Behind Beautiful Things include:

1. David Last
2. Christine D. Schuck
3. Cynthia Schuhwacher
4. Frank King
5. Dr. Deb Butler
6. Keith Morgan
7. Kevin Crispin
8. Ria Neme

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