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Mental Health Monday w/Karsten and Ben

Join us as we talk about all things mental health related and discuss how mental illness should be talked more about rather than ignored. Each week we will have a new topic and guests sharing their personal mental health related topic.

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    Ep. 68 - Ben Breaks Edge Immediately

    This week on the podcast we talk about going sober, Orange Juice Simpson and getting cancelled. The fan is an unpaid guest on this episode. Music - KaizanBlue on Youtube

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    Ep. 67 - Emergency Pod

    This week on the EMERGENCY PODCAST, we go deep into, well, everything. Please be aware this episode will self destruct after listening.

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    Ep. 66 - Valentine's Shmalentine's

    This week on the podcast we talk about why we don't like Valentine's Day.

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    Ep. 65 - Show Me The Money

    This week on the pod, we talk about money, fighting our battles, hotels and our Super Bowl predictions. Music KaizanBlu - Closer

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    Ep. 64 - The Boys Are Back in Town

    We are back for 2024, this episode we talk about what a whirlwind 2023 was and how we bounced back. Intro and Outro music - Closer by KaizanBlu

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    Ep. 63 - Therapy / Dad Talk w/ Charlie Traylor

    This week on the podcast, Ben goes solo and sits down with Charlie to talk about therapy, hitting the gym and snowflakes.

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    Ep. 62 - March Madness

    This week on the podcast we do an end of March check-in and talk about what's coming for the rest of 2023! Reach out to us on instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info

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    Ep. 61 - Thirty and Thriving

    This week on the podcast, Karsten deals with his feelings of turning thirty. We talk about the start of the podcast and how far we've come.

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    Ep. 60 - Back to the basics/Growing pains

    This week we're going back to the basics and sharing our goals in this official mental health checkpoint. Reach out to us on instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info "Closer"  Music by KaizanBlu   • KaizanBlu - Closer      / kaizanblu

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    Ep. 59 - Communication w/ Charlie

    Charlie is back again and we are talking about communication, something we are all absolutely horrible at. Reach out to us on instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info "Closer"  Music by KaizanBlu  https://youtu.be/LmASY0I8jmA  https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBlu

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    Ep. 58 - Watch Your Language

    This week on the podcast we talk about censorship, "cancel culture" and apples. Reach out to us on instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info Outro - "Censored" by Beartooth WE DO NOT OWN RIGHTS TO THIS SONG

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    Ep. 57 - Mind Blown

    This week on the podcast we get our mind blown. We chat about being old, building puzzles and doing math for fun. Reach out to us on instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info "Closer" Music by KaizanBlu  https://youtu.be/LmASY0I8jmA  https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBlu

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    Ep. 56 - Deconstructing Life w/ Trevor Johnson

    Trevor is back on the podcast this week. We deconstruct life, talk about breakfast and Ben gets prayed straight. Reach out to us on instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info "Closer"  Music by KaizanBlu  https://youtu.be/LmASY0I8jmA  https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBlu

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    Ep. 55 - Wrapping Up the Year

    Happy New Year from Mental Health Monday! This week on the podcast, we ramble on about snowstorms, LeBron being cancelled, and sexy vampires. Reach out to us on instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info "Closer"  Music by KaizanBlu  https://youtu.be/LmASY0I8jmA  https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBlu

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    Ep. 54 - Death and Taxes (and Deathtax) w/ Joey Kaufman

    This week on the podcast we sit down with Joey Kaufman to talk about all things Deathtax, writing and playing music and spelunking.  Reach out to us on instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info Help fight violence against LGBTQ+ individuals here ---> https://give.thetrevorproject.org/fundraiser/4312574?is_new=true

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    Ep. 53 - I'm So Scared Right Now

    This week on the podcast we talk about lots of different developments lately that have us shook. We also talk about thanksgiving and haircuts. Rest easy Blake Fowler, this episode is for you. "Closer"  Music by KaizanBlu  https://youtu.be/LmASY0I8jmA  https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBlu

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    Ep. 52 - Why I left the Church/Religion

    This week on the podcast, we share our stories about growing up in the church. The good, the bad, and the reaaaal ugly. "Closer" Music by KaizanBlu  https://youtu.be/LmASY0I8jmA  https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBlu

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    Ep. 51 - Relationships and Karsten was engaged?

    This week on the podcast, Karsten sat down one on one with Charlie to talk about relationships. Things get deep. Reach out to us on instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info "Closer"  Music by KaizanBlu  https://youtu.be/LmASY0I8jmA  https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBlu

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    Ep. 50 - So...What Now?

    This week on the podcast, we wrap up season 4 and talk about the future of the podcast. We also talk about clothes for way too long. Reach out to us on Instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info "Closer"  Music by KaizanBlu  https://youtu.be/LmASY0I8jmA  https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBlu

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    Ep. 49 - Part Two

    Happy Halloween from the Mental Health Monday Podcast! This week on the show we sit down to discuss why Karsten doesn't do weddings. We also talk about fighting at Speedway and moms. "Closer"  Music by KaizanBlu  https://youtu.be/LmASY0I8jmA  https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBlu

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    Ep. 48 - Part One

    This week on the podcast we talk about traumas leading up to episode FIFTY Reach out to us on Instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info "Closer" Music by KaizanBlu  https://youtu.be/LmASY0I8jmA  https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBlu

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    Ep. 47 - Up To Our Eyeballs

    This week on the podcast we talk about our hiatus, having ADHD and Karsten joins the first annual MHM Spelling Bee. Reach out to us on instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info! **WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THE INTRO OR OUTRO MUSIC** "Closer" Outro Music by KaizanBlu https://youtu.be/LmASY0I8jmA https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBlu

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    Ep. 46 - We Don't Need to Be Doing This, It's Too Much

    This week on the podcast we talk about everything and nothing on our climb to the 50th episode spectacular. Reach out to us on instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info ! Music By KaizanBlu  Track Name: Closer  Track Link: https://youtu.be/LmASY0I8jmA Licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

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    Ep. 45 - You Can Take The Boy Out of the Hardcore But You Can't Take The Hardcore Out of the Boy w/ Matt Raines

    This week on the podcast we talk to Matt Raines of Retribution about hardcore, being positive through hard times, and a certain heavy music festival. Reach out to us on instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info !  Music By KaizanBlu  Track Name: Closer  Track Link: https://youtu.be/LmASY0I8jmA Licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

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    Ep. 44 - Momma Mia (the musical not the Mario Italian accent) w/ Carley Nicole

    This week on the podcast, we sit down with Carley to talk about something we have no experience in. Being a mom. Reach out to us on instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info Music By KaizanBlu  Track Name: Closer  Track Link: https://youtu.be/LmASY0I8jmA Licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

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    Ep. 43 - Huh? w/ Joe Bonfield

    This week on the podcast we are joined by Jon Bonfield. We talk about his drumming, not being able to play music through covid, and his exciting card game idea! Reach out to us on instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info Music By KaizanBlu  Track Name: Closer (Extended Mix)  Track Link: https://youtu.be/FrIJGRkK00c Licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

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    Ep. 42 - What Had Happened Was...

    This week on the podcast, Karsten spills the beans on life, jobs and Monster peach rehab. Reach out to us on instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info Music By KaizanBlu  Track Name: Closer  Track Link: https://youtu.be/LmASY0I8jmA Licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

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    Ep. 41 - Living With A Disability w/ Steven Teal

    This week on the podcast, Ben sits down solo with the Georgia legend, Steven Teal. Steven talks about growing up with a disability and how it has affected his mental health not only in negative ways, but positive as well. Reach out to us on Instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info ! Music By KaizanBlu  Track Name: Closer  Track Link: https://youtu.be/LmASY0I8jmA Licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

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    Ep. 40 - Do It The Wrong Way w/ James "Sandwich Jones" Robertson

    This week on the podcast we sit down with a Cincinnati scene legend James Robertson. We talk shop about photo/video gigs and the anxiety that often goes along with it, and how doing things the wrong way is totally ok! Reach out to us on Instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info Music By KaizanBlu  Track Name: Closer  Track Link: https://youtu.be/LmASY0I8jmA Licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

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    Ep. 39 - One Year

    This week on the MHM one year anniversary, we talk about our favorite episodes and moments over our time since starting the podcast. Reach out to us on instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info ! Music By KaizanBlu  Track Name: Closer  Track Link: https://youtu.be/LmASY0I8jmA Licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...a

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    Ep. 38 - Eat the Damn Frog w/ Ryne Pacheco

    This week on the podcast we sit down with Ryne of Sign Language and talk anhedonia, ice cream and a brand of seltzer that rhymes with fight paw. Reach out to us on instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info Music By KaizanBlu  Track Name: Closer  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBlu​ Licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

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    Ep. 37 - Pick A Struggle Bro w/ Freedom Phillipe

    Freedom returns to the podcast to talk about his experience coming out as non-binary. We also discuss Taco Bell, Elden ring and collecting all of the mental illnesses. Reach out to us on instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info! Music By KaizanBlu  Track Name: Closer  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBlu​ Licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

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    Ep. 36 - Alcohol and Music w/ Marshall Hull

    This week on the podcast, Marshall "Marz" Hall sits down to talk to us about his struggles with alcohol and how he has persevered through it. We also talk about Chinese buffet and how much soda hurts. Find us on instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info Music By KaizanBlu  Track Name: Closer  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBlu​ Licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

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    Ep. 35 - Karsten’s Mental Mayday

    This week on the podcast, we talk about why there has uh... not been a podcast for a few weeks. Enjoy! Reach out to us on instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info Music By KaizanBlu  Track Name: Closer  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBlu Licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

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    Ep. 34 - Domestic Violence w/ Linsi Nicole

    This week on the podcast, we bring Linsi back on the podcast to talk about her experiences with domestic abuse. If you are in an unsafe situation and need help, please check out the links below for resources. Reach out to us on Instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info National Domestic Abuse Hotline - 1-800-799-7233 LAMBDA GLBT Anti-Violence Project - http://www.qrd.org/qrd/www/orgs/avproject/avp_gen.htm Futures Without Violence - https://www.futureswithoutviolence.org/resources-events/get-help/ Music By KaizanBlu  Track Name: Closer  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBlu Licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

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    Ep. 33 - I'm Really Tired of Hating Myself w/ Trevor Johnson

    This week on the season opener, we talk with the wonderful Trevor about environmental impacts on mental health, eating 40 large pizzas, and Shrek. Reach out to us on instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info. Check out Trevor's newest release from his project Mosaics and pick up your digital copy! --> https://musicbymosaics.bandcamp.com/album/the-lies-your-friends-tell Music By KaizanBlu  Track Name: Closer  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBlu Licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

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    Ep. 32 - Will Karsten Ever Shut Up?

    On this season finale, we discuss everything and nothing. Karsten forgets how to talk (multiple times). Reach out to us on instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info Music By KaizanBlu  Track Name: Closer  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBlu Licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

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    Bonus Episode (The Kendrick Lamar Story)

    On this bonus episode leading up to the season 3 finale, we share some bonus content about how Karsten and I reconnected and made Mental Health Monday a thing. 

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    Ep. 31 - Protect At All Costs

    This week on the podcast, we talk about finding our purpose and protecting our friends. Ben raises the stakes as we approach the season 4 opener. Reach out to us on instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info Music By KaizanBlu  Track Name: Closer  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBlu Licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

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    Ep. 30 - Jealousy

    This week on the podcast we talk about jealousy, geese, and (not) buying a Tesla. Reach out to us on Instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info or check our website www.mhmpod.com Music By KaizanBlu  Track Name: Closer  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBlu Licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

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    Ep. 29 - Fearing the Inevitable

    This week on the podcast, we talk about fear, Ukraine, and pregnancy cravings. Reach out to us at www.mhmpod.com or on Instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info Music By KaizanBlu Track Name: Closer  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBlu Licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

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    Ep. 28 - Strength's Perspective

    This week on the podcast, we talk about strength, perseverance, and racing Dodge Challengers. Reach out to us at www.mhmpod.com or on instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info Music By KaizanBlu  Track Name: Closer  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBlu Licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

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    Ep. 27 - Shaun White vs. Karsten Long

    This week on the podcast, we talk Bengals, the Olympics and seasonal depression. (Which one of these doesn't belong?) Reach out to us on Instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info or at www.mhmpod.com Music By KaizanBlu  Track Name: Closer  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBlu Licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

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    Ep. 26 - Hey Look Pa, I Made It

    This week, we talk about family, loss and almost getting hit by a car. This episode dedicated to Charles H. Traylor. Reach out to us on Instagram at @mentalhealthmonday.info or on our website at www.mhmpod.com Music By KaizanBlu  Track Name: Closer  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBlu Licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

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    Ep. 25 - We're Adults?

    This week on the podcast, we talk about still being childish at 28, talking to our past selves, and NOT being convicted of murder. We are on instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info and our website is www.mhmpod.com. Come chat! Music By KaizanBlu  Track Name: Closer  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBlu Licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

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    Ep. 24 - New Year, New Me

    We are back! On this season 3 opener, we talk about our goals for 2022, a recap of 2021, and becoming America's largest 4G network. Reach out to us on Instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info and view our website for helpful links. www.mhmpod.com Music By KaizanBlu Track Name: Closer  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBlu Licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

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    Ep. 23 - The Live Podcast

    This week we talked LIVE about suicide, our mental health improvements since starting the podcast, and answer some questions about why we do what we do. Reach out to us at www.mhmpod.com or on Instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info Music By KaizanBlu Track Name: Closer YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBluLicence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

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    Ep. 22 - Healthcare w/ Jeriel Clark

    This week on the podcast, Jeriel joins us to talk about working in healthcare during COVID, Grey's Anatomy and spooning on a deflated air mattress. Come chat over at www.mhmpod.com or on instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info Music By KaizanBlu Track Name: Closer  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBlu Licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

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    Ep. 21 - Holidays

    This week on the podcast we talk about dealing with the holidays and the sketchiest place we've pooped. Head over to www.mhmpod.com and on instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info Music By KaizanBlu Track Name: Closer  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBlu Licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

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    Ep. 20 - Teaching w/ Renee Vigil

    This week on the podcast, Renee joins us to talk about teaching during the pandemic, savage 8th grade girls and food court pizza. Reach out to us at www.mhmpod.com and on Instagram @mentalhealthmonday.info Music By KaizanBlu Track Name: Closer  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KaizanBlu Licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

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Join us as we talk about all things mental health related and discuss how mental illness should be talked more about rather than ignored. Each week we will have a new topic and guests sharing their personal mental health related topic.

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Karsten Long

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