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Project Rise: The Podcast
by Project Rise
We are a platform growing the conversation around mental health and wellness. Join Nick and Jesse as we shed light on the complexity of mental health and physical wellness. Through our interviews and everyday conversations we hope we can end the stigma around mental health. Let's RISE TOGETHER for a better tomorrow.
Episodes
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#20- Dear My Anxiety ft. Stef Rossi
The Project Rise team is joined by Stef Rossi, the founder of the account Dear My Anxiety. An amazing mental health platform that was inspired by the idea of writing directly to your anxiety as a way to cope with the symptoms. In this episode we hear more about her story, and discuss how negative...
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#19- Importance of an Occupational Therapist ft. Carol Bishay
Please to be joined by University of Ottawa student Carol Bishay. We discuss the importance of an occupational therapist and they value they have to someone who is suffering from both mental and/ or physical implications. Carol discusses her experience through her studies, as well as how and OT...
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#18- "Don't Make it Awkward" ft. Melissa Presta
THE BOYS ARE BACK!!! No better time to bring in our next guest Melissa Presta, the founder of the Don't Make it Awkward movement. As Canada begins to move into stage 3 of getting back to normal, we speak about the personal interactions we will be having and how not to make it awkward and...
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#17-"What Does Being Mindful Mean to You?"
Everyday we are faced with the challenge to make the "mindful" decision. This can create extra stress and anxiety that does not benefit our final decision. We discuss the internal and external elements in this world that effect these decisions and how to take the mindful approach. Let's RISE...
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#16- "A Moment of Reflection"
Sometimes it is important to take a step back from the world and share some positivity. Join the Project Rise team as we discuss uplifting and positive stories in the news, as well as answering some fan questions. We hope that this next hour leaves you feeling positive and hopeful! Let's RISE...
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#15- "Masculinity in the Gay Community" ft. Owen Gazel
It's time to put to rest the connotation that gay men "cannot" demonstrate masculine tendencies. Growing up an athlete and the so called "guys guy", Owen explains his upbringing and the amazing acceptance he has from his social circle about being a proud gay man! We discuss topics like the gay...
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#14- "All Lives Can't Matter, Until Black Lives Matter" ft. Dantal Sampson and Maya St. Kitts
It's time to be educated! Project Rise is a proud supporter of #BLACKLIVESMATTER and we will continue to use our platform to grow the conversation around the injustice in the world. We are pleased to be joined by Maya and Dantal to educate us on the fight for black lives matter, and share…
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#13- Lucky Number 13 feat. Joey DiNardo
Was it luck or fate? Joey shares a very personal and life threatening accident that could have changed his life forever. For the first time ever Joey opens up on the podcast about his struggles with mental health and post concussion syndrome. While he explains how a weight has been lifted sharing...
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#12 Overcoming a Life Altering Diagnosis FT. Jason Vettorel
WOW JUST WOW! It was an absolute pleasure talking to Jason Vettorel. A multi-sport athlete growing up who was diagnosed with Guillian- Barre Syndrome. Jason talks about his experience through his diagnosis, and how he challenged himself to become mentally strong to overcome this battle. He shares...
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#11- Effects of a Sedentary Lifestyle ft. Jesse Topley
As we wrap up our four part series on the mental and physical implications of COVID-19, we dedicate this episode to our Co- Founder Jesse Topley. As a certified personal trainer, Jesse gives us his knowledge on the science of the body and how the muscles conform to a sedentary lifestyle. He also...
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#10- The Connection Between Mind and Body ft. Tony Diab
Part 3 of 4 discussing the mental and physical implications of COVID-19. We have an extremely insightful conversation with chiropractor and clinician DR. Tony Diab. He has an amazing perspective on how our physical ailments are directly correlated to our mental state. Tony has worked on both Nick...
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#9- Our Mental State in Isolation ft. Avallon Leopold
Continuing part 2 of our 4 part series in discussing the mental and physical implications of COVID 10 we are pleased to be joined by Avallon Leopold an RSW/ MSW from Straight Up Health. She provides amazing insight on the complications we are faced with and how to cope with the anxiety isolation...
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#8- Mental and Physical Implications of Isolation
There is no doubt we are in a difficult time in the world. We will spend the next 4 episodes outlining and discussing the mental and physical implications we are faced with during isolation of COVID-19. During this 4 part series we will hear from professionals in different fields to understand…
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#7- Are You Forced to “Suck it Up” at Work?
Ever wonder how mental health will affect your ability at work? Or if you have to mask your emotions to create a professional atmosphere? Well tune in to hear Nick and Jesse debate the right approach on this topic. We look at the perspective of the employee to the CEO and the proper support…
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#6- Your Mind Matters ft. Vanessa Bancheri
The boys of Project Rise have an amazing conversation with founder of Your Mind Matters Organization, Vanessa Bancheri. She brings a new outlook on some of the struggles of mental illness, and her experience with coping with COVID-19. We also spark a debate towards the end of the episode that…
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#5- Why Is Rock Bottom the Best Place to Be?
You read that right! Nick and Jesse discuss why being at rock bottom is sometimes the best place to be. There is no better place to build a solid foundation. Do you agree? Let's RISE TOGETHER!
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#4- Creating Your Support System
Whether you suffer from mental illness or not, this episode is for you. We discuss the proper measures to take to create your own support system, as well as the course of action to take if you are someone else's support system. Let's RISE TOGETHER to support each other.
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#3- Coping with COVID-19
Understanding the difference between social distancing and self isolation. How to keep ourselves mentally healthy during our isolation. We discuss coping mechanisms to keep us mentally and physically strong. Let's RISE TOGETHER to overcome these obstacles.
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#2- “I lost my identity” Co- Founder Jesse Topley’s Story
Come find out more about our Co- Founder Jesse Topley's story. We dive deeper into how concussions and head trauma are connected to mental health. We will focus more about loss of identity as an athlete and how it led into his dark depression. Let's RISE TOGETHER!
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#1- “The Moment of Regret”- Co-Founder Nick’s Story
Meet the guys behind Project Rise and find out more about our Co- Founder Nick's Rise through mental illness. Let's RISE TOGETHER!
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
We are a platform growing the conversation around mental health and wellness. Join Nick and Jesse as we shed light on the complexity of mental health and physical wellness. Through our interviews and everyday conversations we hope we can end the stigma around mental health. Let's RISE TOGETHER for a better tomorrow.
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We are a platform growing the conversation around mental health and wellness. Join Nick and Jesse as we shed light on the complexity of mental health and physical wellness. Through our interviews and everyday conversations we hope we can end the stigma around mental health. Let's RISE TOGETHER for...
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