HINESIGHTS Podcast

🚨 IT’S HERE!!! SEASON 12 OF THE HINESIGHTS PODCAST 🚨

…and it’s about to be NEXT LEVEL. 🔥🎙️

I can’t begin to tell you how DAMN EXCITED I am to bring you 12 BRAND NEW, powerful, unfiltered, deeply moving conversations with some of the most inspiring humans I’ve ever met.

These episodes are packed with real stories of hope, resilience, healing, faith, and self-love that will stir your soul and shift your perspective.

Meet our Season 12 dream team of guests:

✨ Aleksei Archer – Actress, suicide loss survivor & host of “2 Girls 1 Grief”

🧠 Dr. Harold Kopelwicz – Leading child psychiatrist, founder of the Child Mind Institute

📞 Dr. John Draper – Visionary mind behind the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

❤️ Lyn Morris – CEO of Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services, suicide prevention trailblazer

🎶 X Ari – Mental health musician & fierce queer advocate

💼 Erik Sebusch – Financial executive & mental health ally

🎬 Pierson Fodé – Actor, creator & brain health warrior

🔥 Brandon Farbstein – Anti-bullying activist & Gen Z change-maker

👩‍⚕️ Dr. Sally Spencer-Thomas – Suicide prevention innovator & clinical psychologist

🎤 John Gibson – Suicide Loss Survivor, Advocacy leader & mental health changemaker

📚 Paul Jenkins – Eisner-winning comic book writer & creator of “The Sentry”

🎨 Eli Embleton – The Dream Manager, Creator of Functional Spanish, Fundraiser, & Entrepreneur

This is the most mentally stimulating podcast the world has ever known.

Every episode is a light in the dark. A reminder that your story isn’t over. A lifeline for the ones still holding on.

🌟 New episodes drop EVERY THURSDAY.

If you’re ready to be moved, inspired, and maybe even transformed — this is your show.

Catch up on the 155+ episodes that just might change your life forever.

Because healing happens when we share. When we listen. And when we hold on.

🎧 Subscribe now.

🫶 Tune in weekly.

📢 And share it with someone who needs it.

#HINESIGHTS #Season12 #MentalHealthMatters #SuicidePrevention #HealingJourneys #PodcastOfHope #ShareYourStory #KeepGoing #YouAreNotAlone #MentalHealthAwareness #SelfLove #NewEpisodeEveryThursday

🔗 The Top 10 Ways Social Media Can Save Lives 🔗

Did you know that social media can be a life-saving tool for those struggling with mental health or suicidal ideation? 🌍❤️ I’m proud to share that my social media model, now backed by scientific research, has been shown to not only save lives but also increase help-seeking behaviors and improve outreach to crisis centers, call and text lines. 📞💬

In a groundbreaking study, researchers found that when we share authentic stories of resilience and hope, mental health struggles become less isolating, and those in pain feel more supported. 📲 The study concluded that positive, actionable content – like the work we’re doing together here – sparks critical conversations and directs individuals to life-saving resources.

So, how can social media be used to help others in crisis? Here are the Top 10 Ways:

1. Breaking the Silence – Creating space for open, non-judgmental discussions around mental health.

2. Increased Accessibility – Making crisis resources easier to find and access with one click.

3. Authentic Storytelling – Sharing real stories of survival and recovery encourages others to reach out.

4. Real-Time Support – Immediate engagement and connection to mental health professionals or peers.

5. Educational Content – Providing information about warning signs and mental health tools.

6. Visible Resources – Featuring helplines and text lines prominently in content.

7. Building a Supportive Community – Fostering online spaces where people feel heard and validated.

8. Engagement & Encouragement – Offering words of hope, empowerment, and validation in the comment sections.

9. Reducing Stigma – Challenging the stereotypes and misconceptions about mental health.

10. Promoting Self-Care – Sharing tips, reminders, and resources to nurture mental well-being.

✨ The study proves that when we harness social media for good, we can create a ripple effect that saves lives. Let’s continue to create media for good—media that uplifts, inspires, and directs people toward life-saving help.

Together, we have the power to change the narrative on mental health. 💪💙

👇 Drop a comment and tell me how you’re using your social media to spread positivity and save lives!
#MentalHealthAwareness #SuicidePrevention #SocialMediaForGood #ReachOut #CrisisSupport #HelpSeekingBehavior #Hope #Inspiration #MentalHealthMatters #ShareYourStory #SuicidePreventionAwareness #SocialMediaImpact

Short Promo, of a longer podcast solo episode: Top 10 Ways Your Social Media Posts Can Save Lives

What if I told you a post could save a life! With all the news out there about how dangerous and damaging social media can be, I'm bringing light to a little known fact that the right kind of social media posts can literally save lives.

Heres a promo on how, after this watch the full solo Hinesights Podcast Episode, come on it'll only take 5 minutes of your time.

Then you can take this knowledge and create messages that go viral and absolutely change the course of someones lifeline.

You can be the super hero we so desperately need.

Transforming Grief into Purpose | A Pain Shared Is A Pain Halved | An In-Depth Conversation With Suicide Loss Survivors Chris Coulter & Randall Scott White | Hinesights Podcast EP 155

🎙️ EP 155 – Transforming Grief into Purpose | A Pain Shared Is A Pain Halved

An In-Depth Conversation With Suicide Loss Survivors Chris Coulter & Randall Scott White

In this deeply moving and powerful episode of the HINESIGHTS Podcast, I sit down with two extraordinary human beings—Chris Coulter and Randall Scott White—who have each experienced the unthinkable: the loss of a loved one to suicide. Through pain, devastation, and heartbreak, they have chosen to channel their grief into purpose, advocacy, and community healing.

Together, we explore the raw reality of surviving suicide loss, what healing really looks like, and how speaking the truth out loud can save lives. Their courage to share is a living testament to the phrase: “A pain shared is a pain halved.”

Whether you’re grieving, supporting someone who is, or working to prevent suicide in your community—this conversation is for you. It’s about connection, resilience, and choosing to keep going, one day at a time.

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📚 Recommended Resources:

    •    The Art of Wellness: How to Find, Live & Stay Mentally Fit

    •    The Art of Being Broken

    •    The Dimly Lit Star – a resilience-building children’s book

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If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out. You are not alone. Your life matters.

She Single Handedly Changed Mental Health | I Sit Down With The Incredible Dr. Keita Franklin | Hinesights Podcdast | Episode #154

Keywords

mental health, resilience, suicide prevention, kindness, support systems, self-care, community, gratitude, Dr. Keita Franklin, Kevin Hines

Summary

In this episode of the Hinesight's podcast, Kevin Hines engages in a heartfelt conversation with Dr. Keita Franklin, a leader in mental health and suicide prevention. They explore themes of resilience, the importance of support systems, and the power of kindness. Dr. Franklin shares her personal journey with mental health, the significance of gratitude, and the challenges of accessing mental health care. The discussion also highlights the Columbia Protocol for suicide prevention and the importance of community involvement in mental health. The episode concludes with rapid-fire questions that reveal Dr. Franklin's insights and reflections on life, happiness, and service.

Takeaways

Resilience is built through community and support.

Childhood experiences shape our mental health journey.

Kindness can have a profound impact on others.

Access to mental health care remains a significant challenge.

Self-care practices are essential for mental well-being.

Gratitude can enhance our perspective on life.

The Columbia Protocol is vital for suicide prevention.

Physical movement contributes to mental health.

Community service fosters a sense of purpose.

Mental health is an integral part of overall health.

Titles

The Power of Resilience and Hope

Navigating Mental Health with Dr. Keita Franklin

Sound bites

"It'll be okay."

"You can always come here."

"Work hard, play hard."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Dr. Keta Franklin

02:53 Advice to Her Eight-Year-Old Self

06:31 Personal Mental Health Journey

10:10 People to Thank in Her Life

13:01 Greatest Life Lesson

24:15 Dr. Franklin's Podcast: 'Let's Get Social About Social Work'

29:41 The Importance of Purpose-Driven Lives

39:39 Progress and Challenges in Suicide Prevention and Mental Health

48:47 The Importance of Asking About Suicide Risk

54:14 Laughter and Physical Touch as Sources of Well-Being

57:50 Dr. Ketia Franklin's Superpower and Motto

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I am Kevin Hines—a storyteller, best-selling author, global public speaker, and award-winning documentary filmmaker. In the year 2000, I attempted to take my life, and through a miraculous series of events, I survived. Now, I travel the world, sharing my story of hope, healing, and recovery, teaching people the art of wellness and the ability to survive pain with true resilience.

⁠#BeHereTomorrow⁠ and every day after that.

This episode is for anyone who’s ever looked in the mirror and thought, ‘I’m not enough.’ Let me tell you something—your words are wiring your brain. Backed by science, your self-talk isn’t just emotional—it’s biological. This is neuroplasticity. This is epigenetics. And this is your moment to flip the script. Say it with me: I am loved. I am healing. I matter. Now let’s talk about how this changes everything…”

📝 EPISODE DESCRIPTION:

Your brain is listening to every word you say. In this episode, we explore the groundbreaking neuroscience behind positive self-talk—and how it physically changes your brain and even your DNA. This isn’t self-help fluff. This is science. This is healing. This is your wake-up call.

📲 Say it. Repeat it. Believe it. Then watch your life rise.

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Overcoming Crisis | Andrew Streeters Advice for Survival

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I am Kevin Hines—a storyteller, best-selling author, global public speaker, and award-winning documentary filmmaker. In the year 2000, I attempted to take my life, and through a miraculous series of events, I survived. Now, I travel the world, sharing my story of hope, healing, and recovery, teaching people the art of wellness and the ability to survive pain with true resilience.

⁠#BeHereTomorrow⁠ and every day after that.

The Answer Is Time | How Andrew Streeter Overcame Childhood Abuse

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I am Kevin Hines—a storyteller, best-selling author, global public speaker, and award-winning documentary filmmaker. In the year 2000, I attempted to take my life, and through a miraculous series of events, I survived. Now, I travel the world, sharing my story of hope, healing, and recovery, teaching people the art of wellness and the ability to survive pain with true resilience.

⁠#BeHereTomorrow⁠ and every day after that.

The Truth Behind My Tricks | My Social Media Fame Was Not for The Fame At All | Andrew Streeter Breaks It Down

Full EP:

Cancer, Abuse, & Depression Didn't Stop Him | He Survived, & Thrives | Hinesights Podcast | EP 153 | Andrew Streeter

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Unraveling Abuse | A Child's Perspective | With Andrew Streeter

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