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State Of Mind with Maurice Benard

State Of Mind
Mental Health
General Hospital
Anxiety
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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Latest Episodes

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

Ben Greenfield, health consultant, trainer, triathlete, personal trainer, speaker, and New York Times bestselling author, joins Maurice Benard for a wide-ranging conversation about anxiety, biohacking, longevity, and the limits of self-optimization. more

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Recent Guests

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...
Rena Sofer
Actress known for General Hospital and The Bold and the Beautiful
Actress, General Hospital; The Bold and the Beautiful
Episode: Breaking the Cycle with Rena Sofer (GH's Lois Cerullo)
Finn Carr
Episode: "I Kept It Inside": GH's Finn Carr (Rocco) Reveals His Hidden Struggle
Matty Fiorenza
Firefighter, PTSD survivor
Fire Department / Public Safety
Episode: Matty Fiorenza: Firefighter PTSD, Addiction and Surviving a Suicidal Crisis
James Patrick Stuart
Actor known for General Hospital role Valentin Cassadine
General Hospital
Episode: James Patrick Stuart: Anxiety, Addiction, Grief and Finding Purpose

Host

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 States5 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 States6 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 States7 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 States8 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 States9 months ago

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Listeners praise honesty and vulnerability in discussions about mental health and industry experiences.
Audience finds episodes empowering and relatable, highlighting stigma reduction and practical coping tips.
Some feedback calls for better audio quality and smoother host-guest balance.

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Ben Greenfield on Anxiety, Longevity & the Limits of Biohacking
Q: What are some non-pharmacological options discussed for anxiety and brain health?
Options include brainwave entrainment with light/sound, vagus nerve stimulation devices, red light therapy, meditation and breathwork, and even certain peptides that modulate GABA without alcohol.
Ben Greenfield on Anxiety, Longevity & the Limits of Biohacking
Q: What is biohacking in practical terms?
Biohacking is the use of science and technology, including self-quantification and biomarkers, to understand the body and brain and optimize function faster than in a natural state.
Maurice Benard Meets Jordan Sunshine: 3 Body Problem, The Pitt, Music & Big Dreams
Q: What do you want to be when you grow up?
I want to be what I am now—singer, actor, drummer, and piano player—continuing to perform and inspire others with my music and storytelling.
Maurice Benard Meets Jordan Sunshine: 3 Body Problem, The Pitt, Music & Big Dreams
Q: What frightens you in life, and how did you overcome fear?
As a baby I struggled with selective mutism and was very shy, but through therapy, the Five Minute Play technique, and encouragement from my doctor, I learned to step out from home and interact with others, which helped me grow into a confident performer.
Maurice Benard Meets Jordan Sunshine: 3 Body Problem, The Pitt, Music & Big Dreams
Q: First time you sang a song, what did you feel?
I felt like here we go, I hope I'm good at this, and I wasn't sure if it would come out right, but I kept going with guidance from my vocal coaches to enunciate, stay on pitch, and connect the emotion to the song.

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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. Mark Teschner
2. Ben Greenfield
3. Jordan Sunshine
4. Tarek Tohme
5. Jeremy Heffner
6. Rena Sofer
7. Finn Carr
8. Matty Fiorenza

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