In this powerful and heartfelt episode of The Bonded Brotherhood Podcast, host Jeff Low sits down with Dave Barney and Luke Olson, co-founders of Eliza Chat, a new mental wellness platform designed to support people wherever they are, whenever they need it. The conversation dives deep into the emotional "why" behind Eliza Chat’s creation, including personal stories of loss, burnout, and the frustrating roadblocks that keep so many people, especially men, from getting the help they need.

Dave and Luke speak candidly about their backgrounds in tech, the limitations of the traditional mental health system, and how their own personal grief, including the suicides of a brother and a close friend, shaped their mission. Together, they explore how AI can complement, not replace, the healing power of connection and intention.

Chapters
[Start] From Big Tech to Mental Health: Dave and Luke share how their tech backgrounds led to building Eliza Chat.
07:40 The Why Behind Eliza Chat: Dave opens up about the personal tragedies that inspired his mission.
17:58 Making Support More Accessible: They explore how Eliza Chat lowers barriers like cost, stigma, and waitlists.
34:26 Daily Work, Real Change: Jeff and the founders talk about consistency, self-work, and mental fitness.

Links and Resources

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• BondedBrotherhood.com
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Check out ElizaChat

• Eliza Chat