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State Of Mind with Maurice Benard

State Of Mind
Mental Health
Anxiety
General Hospital
Bipolar Disorder
Acting
Depression
Grief
Suicide
Faith
Family Dynamics
Therapy
Soap Operas
Young and the Restless
Coping Mechanisms
Family
World War II
Addiction
Childhood Trauma
Postpartum Depression
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State of Mind with Maurice Benard is a leading mental health podcast dedicated to open conversations about emotional wellness and resilience. Hosted by Emmy Award–winning actor and New York Times bestselling author Maurice Benard (Nothing General About It: How Love (and Lithium) Saved Me On and Off General Hospital), the show explores every aspect of mental health, from bipolar disorder and anxiet... more

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In Part 1 of this conversation, Maurice Benard sits down with General Hospital’s Paige Herschell for a deeply personal conversation about transformation, creativity and grief.

Paige Herschell is an actress and producer known for General Hospital, La... more

Rob Brownstein (Michael, Straight Outta Compton) joins General Hospital's Maurice Benard. On State of Mind, the actor and longtime teacher reflects on working with Al Pacino, the pressure and precision of soap acting, and an idea that has shaped the ... more

Laura Day and Maurice Benard ask what separates intuition from anxiety—and what pain requires. The New York Times bestselling author argues that a useful signal should lead somewhere, suffering needs tools, and identity can be rebuilt through the cho... more

In this episode originally recorded in 2022, Maurice is joined by Mark Teschner. Mark has been the Casting Director at General Hospital since 1989 and has won ten Emmy Awards for Casting. Mark has unique ability to communicate with actors, encouragin... more

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Paige Herschell
Actress, producer, singer
Actor/Performer; San Leon band
Episode: General Hospital’s Paige Herschell on Grief, Caregiving and Finding Her Voice | Part 1
Rob Brownstein
Actor, director, and teacher featured as the guest in this episode
Episode: Rob Brownstein on Rejection, Al Pacino and the Actor’s Inner Work
Laura Day
New York Times bestselling author and intuitive who spoke about her life, trauma, and healing
Laura Day Intuit / Practical Intuition
Episode: Laura Day on Anxiety, Identity and What Actually Works
Mark Teschner
Casting Director for General Hospital
General Hospital
Episode: Mark Teschner on Casting General Hospital, Discovering Stars & the Vulnerability of Acting | SOM Vault
Ben Greenfield
Fitness expert, biohacker, author
Independent author/entrepreneur
Episode: Ben Greenfield on Anxiety, Longevity & the Limits of Biohacking
Jordan Sunshine
Child actor and musician
Netflix series Three Body Problem; The Pitt
Episode: Maurice Benard Meets Jordan Sunshine: 3 Body Problem, The Pitt, Music & Big Dreams
Tarek Tohme
Director, actor, producer and writer; MMA fighter
Hold On (film)
Episode: Tarek Tohme: What Loss Revealed, What the Cage Gave Back & Michael Jackson's Advice
Jeremy Heffner
Trauma surgeon and subject of the episode
Trauma surgery / surgeon
Episode: Trauma Surgeon Jeremy Heffner on PTSD & the Cost of Holding It All In...
Finn Carr
Episode: "I Kept It Inside": GH's Finn Carr (Rocco) Reveals His Hidden Struggle

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Maurice Benard
Host of the show; longtime actor and mental health advocate.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 389 ratings
  • Genuine

    I have been a GH fan for about 30 yrs and just found this podcast . Thank you Maurice (and friends) for being outspoken , and genuine on all things mental health . Removing the stigma and opening the door for conversation is everything!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    V10591
    United States6 months ago
  • Can not listen

    Maurice constantly raises his voice so too hard to listen to with earbuds. Wish he would at least move away from the mic when he yells and/or makes weird noises. Really needs better audio for his guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Winterfuzz55
    United States7 months ago
  • Please fix your microphones!!!

    Maurice, I love your podcast, but struggle with the constant up/down of voices! It’s difficult to hear your guest because your responses come through “very loud” most of the time! Especially your “wow’s” etc. please listen to your podcast with Josh’s grandfather for example. I’ve been meaning to comment on this for a long time.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Maryp12831
    United States8 months ago
  • Have really enjoyed Honesty & Vulnerability

    I fell into this podcast about six months ago and have really enjoyed listening to the episodes then I have found to be unusually honest and full of vulnerability without being inappropriate. My favorite so far have been with Genie Francis, Michael E Knight and Chris McKenna (who I really did not know, but have definitely enjoyed him as a significant improvement over the prior actor who held his role- this episode made me like him even more)

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Glo5785
    United States9 months ago
  • Can not listen

    Maurice constantly raises his voice so too hard to listen to with earbuds. Wish he would at least move away from the mic when he yells. Really needs better audio for his guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Winterfuzz55
    United States10 months ago

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Listeners praise honesty and vulnerability in discussions about mental health and industry experiences.
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Some feedback calls for better audio quality and smoother host-guest balance.

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General Hospital’s Paige Herschell on Grief, Caregiving and Finding Her Voice | Part 1
Q: What was it like dealing with your mother's manic episodes and caregiving?
Paige discusses managing manic episodes, the long-term caregiving role, and the impact of treatment history, including lithium and multiple rehab efforts, on her family.
General Hospital’s Paige Herschell on Grief, Caregiving and Finding Her Voice | Part 1
Q: How did you transition from musical theater to TV/film?
She explains moving to California, recognizing the smaller regional theater scene, and deciding to cast a wide net into screen acting, which led to bookings after the pandemic.
General Hospital’s Paige Herschell on Grief, Caregiving and Finding Her Voice | Part 1
Q: Tell me about your mom.
Paige describes her mom as her best friend who battled addiction and bipolar disorder, and she shares how her mother's struggles and eventual sobriety affected their family dynamics and Paige's own path.
Laura Day on Anxiety, Identity and What Actually Works
Q: What is your morning routine that helps reset your state of mind?
Her routine involves getting natural light, practicing gratitude, writing longhand for a short period, allowing a mental 'sorbet' by spacing out, doing housework to get moving, and then starting the day with a dopamine reset.
Laura Day on Anxiety, Identity and What Actually Works
Q: Did you ever have those feelings?
Laura describes experiencing suicidal thoughts and moments of extreme pain in her life, but emphasizes the importance of not letting trauma define one's future and finding ways to endure and heal.

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What is State Of Mind about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A conversational show centered on mental health, resilience, and personal growth, featuring heartfelt discussions with actors, musicians, and creators who share lived experiences with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and trauma. Episodes often pair intimate origin stories, professional pressures, and practical strategies like therapy, journaling, and mindfulness with candid takes on fame, work-life balance, and the stigma around mental health in high-profile careers. A standout angle is framing mental health as an ongoing process and a source of strength, not a fixed state, with a consistent emphasis on honesty, vulnerability, and community support. This mix makes it helpful for potential listeners seeking relatable, courageously open... more

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Recent guests on State Of Mind include:

1. Paige Herschell
2. Rob Brownstein
3. Laura Day
4. Mark Teschner
5. Ben Greenfield
6. Jordan Sunshine
7. Tarek Tohme
8. Jeremy Heffner

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