June 10, 2021

105: After the Episode: Reviewing E100 Stuart O'Neill, E101 Andre Roberts, E103 Lucas Crigler, & E104 Keith Smith

58 minutes

Join Ashley and Ashley as they review clips from the stories of Stuart O'Neill, Andre Roberts, Lucas Crigler, and Keith Smith and share the latest news and research on the topics discussed. Throughout their review they cover everything from suicidal ideation to wanting to be accepted as your authentic self.

E100 | Stuart O'Neill

Stuart O'Neill, author of Just One Reason from Episode 100, has experienced suicidal ideation for most of his adult life. You'll hear a portion of his episode where he and ALB talk about why he finds suicidal thoughts comforting. After listening to the clip, ALB shares research on the topic of suicidal ideation.

If you'd like a copy of Stuart's book Just One Reason, we have a few copies available on first come first serve basis. Email [email protected] to claim your copy.

E101 | Andre Roberts

Andre Roberts is a returning guest who originally shared his story in a bonus episode in Season 2. ALB and AJB review a clip from his 'Where Are They Now?' episode where ALB and Andre talk about sanitizing history. ALB shares the latest news on the topic of sanitizing history.

E103 | Lucas Crigler

Our guest from Episode 103, Lucas Crigler, is a transgender man and transgender activist. Tune in as we review a clip from his story where he talks about being accepted for who he is. The conversation continues as ALB and AJB consider the thought that maybe acceptance is where we can all align because we all want to be accepted for who we are not the descriptive words that can be tied to us.

E104 | Keith Smith

Keith Smith's story is both heartbreaking and beautiful at the same time. Having been molested at a young age, Keith finally embarked on a healing journey as an adult. You'll hear a clip where he discusses how being molested made sexuality very confusing because he didn't feel he had a choice. The discussion continues as ALB provides insight as to how people can begin to heal from sexual trauma.

As you can see, there's lots to cover. Let's do this!

Episodes Reviewed

S3 E100 - Stuart O’Neill: ‘Just One Reason’ Author Discusses Suicidal Ideation & Depression

S3 E101 - Andre Roberts: Where Are They Now? + A Special Discussion Surrounding Racial Justice

S3 E 103 - Lucas Crigler: Trans-Man & Activist Shares His Recovery & How to Approach Sensitive Conversations

S3 E104 - Keith Smith: “I don’t believe in labels, but I identify as gay.”

Other Episodes Mentioned

S3 E92 - Ashley Jo Brewer: When a Christian Girl’s World Comes Crashing Down Amidst Addiction, Grief, Loss, and a Gut-Wrenching Scandal

S3 E102 - Ask the Expert: Kristin Casey - Surrogate Partner, Author, & Intimacy Coach Discusses Surrogate Partner Therapy

S2 Bonus - Andre Roberts: Recovering from Addiction and a Segregated Childhood: Andre Roberts Beautifully Conveys Being a Black Man in Today's America

Episode Resources

Podcast Episodes by Topic | lionrock.life/podcast-episodes-by-topic

Journal of Affective Disorders | Comfort from suicidal cognition in recurrently depressed patients

Just One Reason Website | justonereason.com.au

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline | 800-273-8255

Article | How Should History Teachers Handle the Movement to 'Rewrite' High School History? Embrace it

Lionrock Coffee & Coffee Alternatives | lionrock.life/shop-products

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