Episode Description

In this powerful episode, Chosn founder Andre Smith reveals why he's revolutionizing mental health support through the simple power of voice. Learn how this innovative audio journaling app addresses the global mental health crisis by creating AI-powered listening spaces that understand what you say and how you say it. Discover why speaking, rather than writing, might be the breakthrough many need on their wellness journey.

Show Notes

• Introduction to Chosn: How Andre Smith's vision for an audio journaling app came to life
• The Mental Health Crisis: Alarming Statistics Revealing Why New Solutions Are Urgently Needed 
  • 12+ million American adults considered suicide in 2021
  • 1 in 4 U.S. adults report anxiety or depression symptoms
  • The hidden health impacts of loneliness and isolation
• Limitations of Traditional Journaling: Why writing-based wellness approaches fail those who need them most
• Voice Journaling Revolution: The science behind speaking vs. writing for emotional processing
• How Chosn Works: 
  • The seamless call-in experience
  • AI-guided journaling prompts
  • Emotional pattern recognition
  • Screen-free mental wellness support
• Beyond Therapy: How Chosn positions itself as a complementary tool in the mental health ecosystem
• Future Vision: The potential for voice data to transform our understanding of emotional well-being
• Call to Action: How listeners can experience Chosn's voice journaling platform

Resources Mentioned:

• Chosn website: Chosn.io
• Chosn's Journal Toll-Free #: 1-888-576-5669
• Mental health statistics source: CDC Mental Health Stats
• Follow Andre Smith: LinkedIn Twitter 

Links

• Suicide Data and Statistics (CDC)
• Depressive disorder (depression) (World Health Organization)
• Any Anxiety Disorder (NIH)
• Social isolation, loneliness can damage heart and brain health, report says (American Heart Association News)