In this episode, hosts Dana Bollen (Two Week Notice Podcast / Touring Roadie) & Andrew Mall (Music Professor - Northeastern University) are joined by nine of our Season 1 panel members to discuss the mental health benefits that we gain through being involved in DIY music scenes & communities.

Panel members on this episode include:

• ​Norman Brannon (Thursday / Anti-Matter Zine)
• ​Luke Garro (Piebald / Fastbreak / In My Eyes)
• ​Ace Enders (The Early November / I Can Make A Mess)
• ​Joey Chiaramonte (Koyo)
• ​Chris Wrenn (Bridge9 Records)
• ​Brandon Davis (Vanna / Fever333 / Lions Lions / INSPIRIT)
• ​Ali Lipman (Cape Crush)
• ​Chad Johnson (Furnace Fest)
• ​Johnny Grimes (Furnace Fest)

This episode features cameos (via the Two Week Notice Podcast) by:

• ​Marisa Dabice (Mannequin P*ssy)
• ​Jack O'Shea (Bayside)
• ​Matt Pryor (The Get Up Kids)
• ​Brian Sella (The Front Bottoms)

Mental Health Resources:

• ​988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

A 24/7, free, and confidential support line for anyone in emotional distress or suicidal crisis. Call or text 988. More info: https://www.usa.gov/features/the-988-lifeline-and-other-mental-health-services

• ​Crisis Text Line

Free, 24/7 text-based support for any crisis. Text HOME to 741741. More info: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crisis_Text_Line

• ​SAMHSA

SAMHSA's National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish). Includes FindTreatment.gov and Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP(4357) More info: https://www.samhsa.gov

• ​NAMI

Nation's largest grassroots mental health organization with educational programs, support groups, and advocacy. More info: https://www.nami.org

• ​Mental Health America (MHA)

Nonprofit addressing mental illness needs with screenings, educational materials, and advocacy. More info: https://mhanational.org

• ​Punk Rock Saves Lives

Punk Rock Saves Lives is a 501c3 nonprofit that focuses on wellness and equality through the power of music. More info: https://www.punkrocksaveslives.org

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Thank you for your contributions to this podcast:

• ​Anthony Robbins (Research Assistance)
• ​Ioanis Pintzopolous (Production Assistance)
• ​Kira Burr (Graphic Design)
• Todd Pollock (Cover photo)
• Furnace Fest
• Casey & Iodine Recordings
• ​⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Piebald⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (podcast theme music)
• ​Aaron Stuart (cover photo talent & legend)
• ​Northeastern University (funding)

Social media & other links to connect with hosts, panel members, & podcast support can all be found through this link: linktr.ee/livefreeordiypodcast

For in depth interviews with musicians in the scene, (hosted by Dana Bollen) check out the Two Week Notice Podcast