Threads Podcast: Life Unfiltered

Joe Reid is founder of the Broken People mental health peer support group and author of Broken Like Me: An Insider's Toolkit to Mending Broken People.

About his book, Joe writes, "I didn’t write it to make a lot of money, but out of a need to survive. It is born out of my story. I write about things in this book that made life easier, and at times, probably kept me alive. No one should have to wait to tell their story until they have everything figured out, and that’s what I’m trying to make sure you don’t have to do. If you feel broken, I wrote this for you."

Joe exemplifies vulnerability and authenticity that is not often encountered. His raw honesty is refreshingly motivating. If you've ever felt broken, you will find yourself in good company with Joe.

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You'll hear stories about real people who have dealt with depression, anxiety, addiction, self-doubt or any other struggle they've faced on their journey through life. It doesn't matter where you are in your own story - there's something for everyone on this show!

And if you need someone to talk to when it feels like things just aren't going well - reach out! We want nothing more than for every person who listens to this show feel less alone in the world. 

If Threads has become a resource that you rely on, consider saying thanks by taking part in our Buy Me a Coffee supporter platform. You can buy us some coffee to keep the podcast going or monthly support so we never have to worry about running out of fuel! Learn more at www.buymeacoffee.com/threadspodcast

Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get our podcast from here

You can find anything you would absolutely need from Threads Podcast here!

This podcast was produced by Hey Guys Media Group LLC Are you looking to start a podcast? Need help with editing? Hey Guys can help! Check them out at Hey Guys Media Group

This podcast was produced by Hey Guys Media Group LLC Are you looking to start a podcast? Need help with editing? Hey Guys can help! Check them out at Hey Guys Media Group

Ben and Jason took turns asking each other some challenging questions of one another, and answered honestly even though it was uncomfortable.

We celebrate a listener who has been taking some significant bold steps in therapy with her husband.

Listen in as we get gut level honest with each other about our exciting wins, painful losses, and everything in between.

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You'll hear stories about real people who have dealt with depression, anxiety, addiction, self-doubt or any other struggle they've faced on their journey through life. It doesn't matter where you are in your own story - there's something for everyone on this show!

And if you need someone to talk to when it feels like things just aren't going well - reach out! We want nothing more than for every person who listens to this show feel less alone in the world. 

If Threads has become a resource that you rely on, consider saying thanks by taking part in our Buy Me a Coffee supporter platform. You can buy us some coffee to keep the podcast going or monthly support so we never have to worry about running out of fuel! Learn more at www.buymeacoffee.com/threadspodcast

Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get our podcast from here

You can find anything you would absolutely need from Threads Podcast here!

This podcast was produced by Hey Guys Media Group LLC Are you looking to start a podcast? Need help with editing? Hey guys can help! Check them out at Hey Guys Media Group

This podcast was produced by Hey Guys Media Group LLC Are you looking to start a podcast? Need help with editing? Hey Guys can help! Check them out at Hey Guys Media Group

Ben and Mike revisit Episode 3 of Threads. It was a doozy. Ben was stuck in a pretty dark place. As if that wasn't bad enough, the audio quality was pretty subpar, too! We've come a long way since Episode 3.

Having grown up in the same area, these two guys grew up in very similar homes. Listen as they reflect on some unhealthy communication patterns that went on in their homes.

Mike talks about the ways his family engages with their neighbors, and Ben and Mike reflect on their kayak outing a couple weeks ago. Has Ben converted Mike to the joys of kayaking? Listen and find out!

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You'll hear stories about real people who have dealt with depression, anxiety, addiction, self-doubt or any other struggle they've faced on their journey through life. It doesn't matter where you are in your own story - there's something for everyone on this show!

And if you need someone to talk to when it feels like things just aren't going well - reach out! We want nothing more than for every person who listens to this show feel less alone in the world. 

If Threads has become a resource that you rely on, consider saying thanks by taking part in our Buy Me a Coffee supporter platform. You can buy us some coffee to keep the podcast going or monthly support so we never have to worry about running out of fuel! Learn more at www.buymeacoffee.com/threadspodcast

Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get our podcast from here

This podcast was produced by Hey Guys Media Group LLC Are you looking to start a podcast? Need help with editing? Hey Guys can help! Check them out at Hey Guys Media Group

Friendship can be hard to come by for men in their 30's and 40's. Work and family responsibilities often keep dudes from building meaningful friendships with other guys.

Ben & Jason chat with their friend Larry about ways they've been able to forge meaningful friendships. 

To wrap up the show, Larry turns the table and interviews Ben & Jason on the spot!

We hope our friendship and conversation inspires you to build more meaningful friendships.

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You'll hear stories about real people who have dealt with depression, anxiety, addiction, self-doubt or any other struggle they've faced on their journey through life. It doesn't matter where you are in your own story - there's something for everyone on this show!

And if you need someone to talk to when it feels like things just aren't going well - reach out! We want nothing more than for every person who listens to this show feel less alone in the world. 

If Threads has become a resource that you rely on, consider saying thanks by taking part in our Buy Me a Coffee supporter platform. You can buy us some coffee to keep the podcast going or monthly support so we never have to worry about running out of fuel! Learn more at www.buymeacoffee.com/threadspodcast

Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get our podcast from here

This podcast was produced by Hey Guys Media Group LLC Are you looking to start a podcast? Need help with editing? Hey Guys can help! Check them out at Hey Guys Media Group

Mental health is often discussed at length on the show, but rarely is physical health talked as often. Since early this year, Ben, Jason, and Mike have been on a journey towards better physical health. Along the way, they've been learning some valuable lessons and gaining insights about the connection between physical activity and improved mental health.

This connection is something that has been observed in the healthcare field with nurses. During the pandemic, nurses were stressed out and suffering poor mental health conditions. This resulted in more preventable medical errors. 

Ben, Jason, and Mike are all obese by the BMI standards. Obesity often causes depression, and kicks off a vicious cycle that includes anxiety and self-deprecating thoughts. Listen in to hear more about this cycle.

We wrap by comparing perceptions of mental health in the US/UK, and touch one last time on the healthcare field's view of mental health.

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You'll hear stories about real people who have dealt with depression, anxiety, addiction, self-doubt or any other struggle they've faced on their journey through life. It doesn't matter where you are in your own story - there's something for everyone on this show!

And if you need someone to talk to when it feels like things just aren't going well - reach out! We want nothing more than for every person who listens to this show feel less alone in the world. 

If Threads has become a resource that you rely on, consider saying thanks by taking part in our Buy Me a Coffee supporter platform. You can buy us some coffee to keep the podcast going or monthly support so we never have to worry about running out of fuel! Learn more at www.buymeacoffee.com/threadspodcast

Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get our podcast from here

This podcast was produced by Hey Guys Media Group LLC Are you looking to start a podcast? Need help with editing? Hey Guys can help! Check them out at Hey Guys Media Group

Listen in as Ben & Jason bravely discuss challenging and uncomfortable conversations like:

• How is Mother’s Day for both of us?
• Update on Jason's unexpected paternity test results
• How to talk to your kids about the birds and the bees
• The early days of Threads when we were ironically pretty filtered

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You'll hear stories about real people who have dealt with depression, anxiety, addiction, self-doubt or any other struggle they've faced on their journey through life. It doesn't matter where you are in your own story - there's something for everyone on this show!

And if you need someone to talk to when it feels like things just aren't going well - reach out! We want nothing more than for every person who listens to this show feel less alone in the world. 

If Threads has become a resource that you rely on, consider saying thanks by taking part in our Buy Me a Coffee supporter platform. You can buy us some coffee to keep the podcast going or monthly support so we never have to worry about running out of fuel! Learn more at www.buymeacoffee.com/threadspodcast

Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get our podcast from here

This podcast was produced by Hey Guys Media Group LLC Are you looking to start a podcast? Need help with editing? Hey Guys can help! Check them out at Hey Guys Media Group

Join us on this Personal Update episode as Mike and Jason revisit a conversation from Episode 2 about the American flag in church. Jason ends up changing his mind by acknowledging that Ben may have been right about the flag in his church all along.

Jason also encourages Mike to try therapy, but Mike is hesitant. Listen in as Jason peer pressures him to go. Will Mike choose to go to therapy?

This is the first time Mike has been on the show as a co-host. You'll hear the story of how he "fan-girled" his way into being a guest co-host. Jason & Mike got to know each other better by co-hosting, while Ben enjoyed a night off.

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You'll hear stories about real people who have dealt with depression, anxiety, addiction, self-doubt or any other struggle they've faced on their journey through life. It doesn't matter where you are in your own story - there's something for everyone on this show!

And if you need someone to talk to when it feels like things just aren't going well - reach out! We want nothing more than for every person who listens to this show feel less alone in the world. 

If Threads has become a resource that you rely on, consider saying thanks by taking part in our Buy Me a Coffee supporter platform. You can buy us some coffee to keep the podcast going or monthly support so we never have to worry about running out of fuel! Learn more at www.buymeacoffee.com/threadspodcast

Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get our podcast from here

This podcast was produced by Hey Guys Media Group LLC Are you looking to start a podcast? Need help with editing? Hey Guys can help! Check them out at Hey Guys Media Group

Our friends and fellow podcasters Zack and Brandon join us for an unfiltered conversation where we all take turns saying things that need to be said! 

Join us for a deep conversation about politics, authenticity, friendship, Derek Chauvin conviction, the “deconstructionist movement” among young Christians, racism and Ma'Khia Bryant shooting.

Listen to Ben & Jason's appearance on the Say What Needs Saying Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/threads-podcast-life-unfiltered-says-what-needs-saying/id1524476472?i=1000511106061

Listen and subscribe to the Say What Needs Saying Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/say-what-needs-saying-most-controversially-civil-conversation/id1524476472

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You'll hear stories about real people who have dealt with depression, anxiety, addiction, self-doubt or any other struggle they've faced on their journey through life. It doesn't matter where you are in your own story - there's something for everyone on this show!

And if you need someone to talk to when it feels like things just aren't going well - reach out! We want nothing more than for every person who listens to this show feel less alone in the world. 

If Threads has become a resource that you rely on, consider saying thanks by taking part in our Buy Me a Coffee supporter platform. You can buy us some coffee to keep the podcast going or monthly support so we never have to worry about running out of fuel! Learn more at www.buymeacoffee.com/threadspodcast

Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get our podcast from here

This podcast was produced by Hey Guys Media Group LLC Are you looking to start a podcast? Need help with editing? Hey Guys can help! Check them out at Hey Guys Media Group

Have you ever wondered what your child is really going through when they throw a tantrum?

Parenting coach Rachel Kurian has been there. She’s seen it all -- both as a parent and as a professional teacher. This episode will give you insights into your child's mind, and challenge you to understand what triggers them or why they do certain things.

We also discuss the "neuro-typical child" vs. kids who experience trauma or who may be on the autism spectrum. 

Learn more about Rachel at https://www.explorekidtalk.com/ and join her parenting community on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/722080718265486!

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You'll hear stories about real people who have dealt with depression, anxiety, addiction, self-doubt or any other struggle they've faced on their journey through life. It doesn't matter where you are in your own story - there's something for everyone on this show!

And if you need someone to talk to when it feels like things just aren't going well - reach out! We want nothing more than for every person who listens to this show feel less alone in the world. 

If Threads has become a resource that you rely on, consider saying thanks by taking part in our Buy Me a Coffee supporter platform. You can buy us some coffee to keep the podcast going or monthly support so we never have to worry about running out of fuel! Learn more at www.buymeacoffee.com/threadspodcast

Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get our podcast from here

This podcast was produced by Hey Guys Media Group LLC Are you looking to start a podcast? Need help with editing? Hey Guys can help! Check them out at Hey Guys Media Group

NEW SEGMENT: Listen in as we revisit our pilot episode of Threads! It was somewhat hard to listen to, and Ben & Jason both admit that they weren't entirely authentic/transparent/vulnerable in this first episode.

Join us as we recap the last few weeks. Ben feels isolated working from home, and has been experiencing heightened anxiety. Jason got in trouble at work. Ben & Jason talk about the dynamics of a friendship they have with Threadie Mike.

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You'll hear stories about real people who have dealt with depression, anxiety, addiction, self-doubt or any other struggle they've faced on their journey through life. It doesn't matter where you are in your own story - there's something for everyone on this show!

And if you need someone to talk to when it feels like things just aren't going well - reach out! We want nothing more than for every person who listens to this show feel less alone in the world. 

If Threads has become a resource that you rely on, consider saying thanks by taking part in our Buy Me a Coffee supporter platform. You can buy us some coffee to keep the podcast going or monthly support so we never have to worry about running out of fuel! Learn more at www.buymeacoffee.com/threadspodcast

Thank you so much for listening to us! We appreciate each and every one of you. Can you do us a favor? Tell someone about this podcast if you enjoy it. Also subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get our podcast from here

This podcast was produced by Hey Guys Media Group LLC Are you looking to start a podcast? Need help with editing? Hey Guys can help! Check them out at Hey Guys Media Group