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Bipolar Talk
by HopeStage
I’m Clément Baissat, I live with bipolar type 2 — let’s find our path to Hope and recovery together.Bipolar Talk is where we explore life with bipolarity — through our stories, expert insights, and practical tools that help us live better, day by day.Each episode connects our lived experiences with psychiatrists and psychologists to show how we can turn bipolarity into an opportunity.Honest. Hopeful. Real.👉 https://hopestage.com/
Episodes
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Your Medication, Your Genes: Understanding Pharmacogenomics & Mental Health
Why does the same medication affect people differently? In this episode of Bipolar Talk, Clement Baissat sits down with Dr. Leticia Shea, PharmD, a medication expert specializing in pharmacogenomics and precision medicine. They discuss the role pharmacists can play in mental health care, from...
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How Michael Schneider Stayed Stable for 26 Years Living With Bipolar Disorder
What does long-term stability with bipolar disorder actually look like? Michael Schneider has lived with bipolar disorder for decades—and has gone 26 years without another manic episode. But getting there wasn't simple. In this episode of Bipolar Talk, Michael shares the turning point that…
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The Future of Mental Health Treatment: From Drug Development to Precision Psychiatry | Dr Stela Petkova
What does long-term stability with bipolar disorder actually look like? Michael Schneider has lived with bipolar disorder for decades—and has gone 26 years without another manic episode. But getting there wasn't simple. In this episode of Bipolar Talk, Michael shares the turning point that…
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Clinical Trials: What to Ask Before You Say Yes | Joshua Paterson
Would you know what to ask if you were considering joining a clinical trial? Clément speaks with Joshua Paterson from Mackay Institute of Research and Innovation about what participation actually involves, from informed consent and different types of trials to weighing realistic risks and…
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“I Thought I Would Be Institutionalized for Life” — Suzanne’s Story
Suzanne Dang experienced her first psychotic episode at 14 and has since been hospitalized around ten times. For years, she believed that hospitalization might be the only way for her to get better. Today, Suzanne is a lived-experience mental health worker, peer worker, speaker, advocate and...
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The Surprising Link Between Food, Sleep and Bipolar Disorder
Can eating at consistent times support bipolar stability? Professor Sheri Johnson joins me to explore the emerging science connecting meal timing, Mediterranean-style eating, circadian rhythms, sleep and mood in bipolar disorder. We discuss why bipolar disorder can be associated with more fragile...
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Bipolar Disorder, Sleep, and Circadian Rhythms: What Science Still Doesn't Know | Zsófi de Haan
Sleep is often considered one of the most important foundations of stability for people living with bipolar disorder. But why exactly does sleep play such a critical role? What happens when our circadian rhythms become disrupted? And what does current research tell us about the relationship…
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Precision Psychiatry and the Future of Bipolar Treatment with Dr. Alexander Niculescu
In this episode, I speak with Dr. Alexander Niculescu, psychiatrist, neuroscientist, professor at the University of Arizona, and founder of MindX Sciences, about the emerging field of precision psychiatry. We discuss why psychiatry has historically lacked objective testing, how biomarkers and…
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Hope, Humor, and Hard Truths About Bipolar Disorder with Gabe Howard
In this episode, I speak with Gabe Howard, award-winning speaker, author, and host of Inside Bipolar, about what it really means to live with bipolar disorder over the long term. We discuss Gabe’s journey with bipolar I disorder, the role of medication, therapy, peer support, and education, and…
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Bipolar Disorder, Pregnancy, and Postpartum Care with Dr. Fernanda Weyne
What does it really look like to navigate pregnancy, postpartum, and motherhood when you live with bipolar disorder? In this conversation, I sit down with Dr. Fernanda Weyne to explore the fears, risks, and possibilities that often stay hidden: postpartum psychosis, medication decisions,...
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From Burnout to Meaning: A Bipolar Journalist’s Path to Recovery
What happens when success, burnout, and bipolar disorder collide? In this episode of Bipolar Talk, we speak with Mark Rice-Oxley, former Guardian editor, author, and mental health advocate, about his personal journey through burnout, depression, and bipolar disorder. Together, we explore: How...
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Bipolar Disorder & the Essential Role of Psychiatric Nurses
Accessing quality care for bipolar disorder can feel overwhelming and confusing. In this episode of Bipolar Talk, we speak with Torri Taylor-Spencer, a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner based in the United States. Together, we discuss: What psychiatric nurses actually do How they…
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Bipolar Disorder & Applied Neuroscience: Changing the Patterns That Keep Us Stuck
Can neuroscience help people with bipolar disorder create more stability? In this episode of Bipolar Talk, we explore how advanced applied neuroscience can support people living with bipolar disorder beyond medication alone. With Reut Schwartz-Ebran (Key Change Institute) and Susan Vogel,...
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A New Path for Bipolar Treatment with Professor Michael Berk
Join the CADET trial led by Michael Berk: https://impact-trials.deakin.edu.au/trial/cadet-ud-trial/ In this episode, I speaks with Professor Michael Berk, one of the world’s most respected researchers in bipolar science and Director of the IMPACT Institute. Together, we explore the questions...
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Why our mental health system is failing (And how to fix it)
When you live with bipolar disorder, you quickly realize something: the hardest part isn’t the diagnosis—it’s the system. Long waits, fragmented care, lack of coordination, feeling alone between appointments… Many people end up building their own mental health support system piece by piece. In…
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Bipolar Disorder: Why the Mental Health System Must Change with Dr Andrew A. Nierenberg
Bipolar disorder is often misdiagnosed, poorly treated, and deeply misunderstood. But change is happening. In this episode, we speak with Dr. Andrew Nierenberg, Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard and Director of the Bipolar Action Network. We discuss: Why bipolar diagnosis still takes years How...
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Aging with Bipolar Disorder: What no one tells you. With Dr Omar Ghosn
What does it really mean to age with bipolar disorder? In this episode, I speak with Dr. Omar Ghosn, psychiatrist and assistant professor at UC San Diego, who specializes in geriatric psychiatry. Together, we discuss how bipolar disorder evolves with age — medically, emotionally, and socially. We...
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Bipolar Disorder and Addiction: The Link No One Explains with Andy Dukeshire
Living with bipolar disorder and addiction often feels like walking a tightrope. Mood swings, substances used to cope, relapses, shame, and isolation can slowly convince you that there’s no way out. In this episode of Bipolar Talk, we sit down with Andy Dukeshire, a licensed addiction therapist...
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Inside the mind of a psychiatrist: Truths, Myths & Hope for Bipolar Disorder – with Dr. Annie Abraham
What does a psychiatrist really see, feel, and understand when working with bipolar patients every single day? In this powerful episode of Bipolar Talk, we sit down with Dr. Annie Abraham — a consultant psychiatrist with more than 30 years of experience across India, the Middle East, England, and...
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Faith, Bipolar & Purpose — Lily’s Story
Is it possible to leave a high-pressure career, find deep stability, and turn a Bipolar diagnosis into a source of humility and growth? 🌱 In this episode of Bipolar Talk, Clément sits down with Lily Strachan, a former top-tier corporate lawyer turned university chaplain. Lily shares her raw and...
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Inside Public Mental Health with Dr. Lieu-Chi Nguyen — Treating the Person, Not the Diagnosis
What really happens if you have a bipolar relapse and need urgent help? Navigating the public mental health system, especially during a crisis, can be confusing. 🧭 In this episode, Dr. Lieux-Chi Nguyen, a public sector psychiatrist, pulls back the curtain on inpatient care. We tackle the tough...
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Unify, Not Divide : A New Model of Bipolarity with Dr James Le Bas
🧠 He’s a psychiatrist who also has bipolar disorder. Now, he’s on a mission to redefine it. In this powerful episode, host Clément Baissat sits down with Dr. James Le Bas, a psychiatrist who shares his unique "double skill"—the medical expertise of a doctor combined with the lived experience of…
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Why Addiction is a Solution: Healing the Pain Beneath with Nick Marcon
Addiction Isn't a Sickness. It's a Solution. Why are people with bipolar disorder 4-5 times more likely to struggle with addiction? 🤔 In this episode of "Bipolar Talk", we talk with psychologist Nick Marcon, who shares a powerful perspective from 20+ years working with addiction and complex...
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Owning Bipolar : Brett Stevens on Mania, Medication & Building a System
We welcome Brett Stevens, bipolar, writer, advocate, and author of Crossover: A Look Inside a Manic Mind in the podcast "Bipolar Talks"🎤. He is here to share his deeply personal story, from a life-threatening manic episode to his Bipolar I diagnosis and what it truly means to own your condition....
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Ananya Banerjee: Expression as the Antidote to Depression
We welcome Ananya Banerjee, a young mental health activist, psychology student, and poet in "Bipolar Talk" 🎙️. Ananya shares her inspiring journey from India to Australia and her fight to destigmatize mental health conditions through education and advocacy. Together, we explore her lived...
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Stress, Sleep & Self-Compassion: Lessons from Dr Lillian Nejad
We welcome Dr. Lillian Nejad 👩⚕️, a clinical psychologist, author, and the founder of Contain Your Brain in "Bipolar Talk" 🎤. She joins us to share her innovative resources designed to help people reduce worry, stress, and insomnia. Together, we delve into the complex and essential world of...
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Movement as Medicine: Why Exercise is a Lifeline for Mental Health | Dr Steven Chau
We welcome Dr. Steven Chau 🩺, a renowned psychiatrist and director of Melbourne Mental Health in "Bipolar Talk" 🎙️. Dr. Chau shares his expert perspective on the profound connection between sport, identity, and mental wellness. Together, we explore the crucial role of physical activity as a...
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Bipolar & Addiction: 4x the Risk No One Talks About | Dr Zola Chihombori Quao
We welcome Dr. Zola Chihombori Quao 👩⚕️, a psychiatrist with unique training in addiction, family medicine in the podcast Bipolar Talks 🎤. Dr. Zola joins us to explore the critical intersection of bipolar disorder, addiction, and underserved care. Together, we delve into the complex world of...
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Breaking the Cycle: A New Path for Bipolarity with Dr Alina Soto
We welcome Dr. Alina Soto ✨, a doctor of neuropathic medicine and trauma specialist, who shares their unique approach to breaking cycles and creating new life-changing patterns in this episode of Bipolar Talk 🎤. Dr. Soto introduces us to the complex and essential world of FMPI (focal...
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Katrina’s Story: From Postpartum Psychosis to a Bipolar Diagnosis
We welcome Katrina, a mother of twins and a powerful mental-health advocate for new parents. In this episode of Bipolar Talk 🎙️ Katrina shares her unique and moving story of navigating a postpartum psychosis, bipolar episode after giving birth during the pandemic, which ultimately led to a…
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From Parliament to Playwright: A Life with Bipolar Disorder
We welcome Neil Cole 🎭, a former member of parliament, award-winning playwright, and mental health advocate in the podcast "Bipolar Talk" 🎤. He shares his profound journey of living with bipolar disorder and how it has shaped his life, from the halls of parliament to the world of theatre 🏛️....
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The Future of Psychiatry is Human: Insights from Dr Mark Cross
👨⚕️ Dr. Mark Cross is a psychiatrist with over three decades of experience — and one of the most compassionate voices in modern mental health care. With a personal and professional journey across three continents, he shares how we can build a more inclusive, empathetic, and human-centered…
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From Politics to Psychiatry: A Bipolar Journey of Bold Choices with Dr Karen Tanavirus ⚕️
⚕️ Dr. Karen Tanavirus is a psychiatrist, political communicator, and someone who personally lives with bipolarity. Her story is anything but linear — from earning a PhD in political science to finding her true calling in psychiatry after her own diagnosis. 🎧 Bipolar Talk is a podcast where we...
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A New Hope for Depression: Understanding TMS with Psychiatry 🧠 Professor Paul Fitzgerald
🧠 Professor Paul Fitzgerald, one of Australia’s leading psychiatrists and world experts on Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), joins us to share his deep insight into this groundbreaking treatment for depression and bipolarity. In this powerful conversation, Professor Fitzgerald demystifies...
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The GP's Role in Bipolar Care with Dr Lars Paschburg ⚕️
In this episode of "Bipolar Talk" 🎧, we have the immense privilege of welcoming Dr. Lars Paschburg ⚕️, a General Practitioner from Australia, who shares his experience on the front lines of mental health care. Lars takes us into the complex and essential world of the patient-GP relationship in…
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Ask a psychiatrist - Dr Arjun Psyxia 🩺
🩺 Dr. Arjun Keira, consultant psychiatrist in Australia, shares a refreshingly open look at what really happens in psychiatric care — from your first appointment to building long-term trust with your doctor. He explains the real differences between psychiatrists, psychologists, and therapists…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
I’m Clément Baissat, I live with bipolar type 2 — let’s find our path to Hope and recovery together.Bipolar Talk is where we explore life with bipolarity — through our stories, expert insights, and practical tools that help us live better, day by day.Each episode connects our lived experiences with psychiatrists and psychologists to show how we can turn bipolarity into an opportunity.Honest. Hopeful. Real.👉 https://hopestage.com/
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I’m Clément Baissat, I live with bipolar type 2 — let’s find our path to Hope and recovery together.Bipolar Talk is where we explore life with bipolarity — through our stories, expert insights, and practical tools that help us live better, day by day.Each episode connects our lived experiences with...
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