A Bipolar, A Schizophrenic, and a Podcast

Auteur(s): Gabe Howard and Michelle Hammer
  • Résumé

  • Each episode looks at life through the unique lens of people living with depression, schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. The podcast is hosted by Gabe Howard and Michelle Hammer. A Bipolar, a Schizophrenic, and a Podcast was one of the first podcasts by people with mental illness for people with mental illness.
    Copyright 2023 Gabe Howard and Michelle Hammer
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Épisodes
  • Balancing Support and Boundaries: Navigating Mental Health Challenges in Friendship
    May 28 2024

    In today’s episode, Gabe and Michelle discuss the challenges Michelle faces with her friend who exhibits erratic and aggressive behavior, likely due to untreated mental illness. Despite Michelle's continued efforts to support her friend, including texting her mom and trying to be there, she struggles with the constant verbal abuse and feels unable to help effectively. Gabe suggests setting firm boundaries and considering intervention via 988 when her friend's behavior becomes dangerous, but both recognize the difficulty and complexity of the situation.

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    36 min
  • Good vs Bad Vulnerability and What's The Difference?
    May 14 2024

    Today Gabe and Michelle continue openly discussing living with bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, respectively, aiming to reduce stigma around mental health. Gabe expresses gratitude for the support that has allowed their podcast to continue, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability in their journeys and their work. Today’s guest, Sara Danner, shares her experiences with schizoaffective disorder, discussing the role of vulnerability in recovery, the challenges she faced with law enforcement and societal expectations, and how shifting her perspective on her illness helped her find a positive path forward.

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    33 min
  • Navigating Gifts, Criticism, and Friendship While Managing Mental Illness
    Apr 30 2024

    Today, Gabe and Michelle share their insecurities and lament that they do not feel more successful. They discuss navigating their challenges, the importance of support, and working to help others through their platform despite personal struggles. Encouraging each other and their audience, they emphasize self-acceptance, perseverance, and the significance of striving for improvement in mental health advocacy. Join us as Michelle and Gabe share some of the things that inspire them.

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    41 min

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