To Be Honest Podcast

CW: SuicideOn this episode of the TBH podcast, we talk with Cameron Rivera (he/they), a 16-year-old Bay Area resident who shares their experience with depression and anxiety as well as their aspirations to become a filmmaker!At the end of the episode, Cameron shares their Instagram if anyone would like to be friends: @https.cameronriveraThank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about...

CW: Sexual AssaultOn this episode of the To Be Honest podcast, we chat with Dianne Chung who will be sharing about her experience with sexual assault and trauma as well as how her life experiences overlap with growing up within a Korean-american family. Dianne is a 2019 graduate of UC Berkeley where she studied biology, peace and conflict studies and journalism. Currently, she works as an automation engineer and is passionate about addressing Asian American hate, sexual assault and misog...

On this episode of the TBH podcast we talk with Katlyn Leonardich, a sophomore at Evergreen Valley College in San Jose who would like to bring more social and emotional learning to schools. She also has experience with autism, anxiety, ADHD and depressive psychosis and is on the podcast to talk about her journey with mental health! If you'd like to check out Katlyn's art, visit her Instagram, @blus.art. Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to you...

On this episode of the TBH podcast we talk with Esha K., a San Francisco Bay Area native, who is an alternative-rock/indie vocalist and songwriter with extensive experience within the music industry. Esha is passionate to use her position as a woman in the music industry - and as a person of color - to bring a fresh perspective and sound to the alternative rock genre. Throughout our chat, we talk about her experience with mental health, including anxiety and panic attacks, and the impact musi...

CW: suicidal ideation, self-harm, substance useOn this episode of the TBH podcast we talk with Rea Kapur, a disabled 22-year-old queer woman of color with Borderline Personality Disorder, PTSD, and ADHD. From the age of 11, Rea struggled with self harm, suicidal ideation, panic attacks, and more. As a teenager, she was in and out of psych wards and treatment centers, struggling to find some stability. In this episode we talk about Rea's journey, her sobriety as well as how she uses comedy, wr...

On this episode of the TBH podcast we talk with Edie Ye, a mental health professional who works with the mental health and intellectual and developmental disability population. She is also a graduate student in a Masters of Social Work program. Throughout the episode we discuss her decision to work in the mental health field, the importance of unpacking your childhood and what it means to have a holistic approach to mental health. At the end of the episode, Edie mentions a two resources for h...

On this episode of the TBH podcast we talk with Matthew Gonzales, a 14-year-old from San Jose who shares his struggles with mental health as a result of the passing of his mom four years ago. Matthew chats about the importance of talking to a therapist or trusted friends about your emotions and why opening up is crucial to recovery.Thank you for listening to the To Be Honest podcast! We hope to be an open platform to youth and young adults across the Bay Area who would like to talk about thei...

On this episode of the TBH podcast, we talk with Jessica Zhang, a 24 year old student in the Bay Area for graduate school, pursuing a PhD in biology. Outside of academics, she enjoys fighting and martial arts, hiking outdoors, and finding nice spots to eat and drink coffee. She also happens to struggle with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and generally making sense of this confusing thing called life.At the end of the episode, Jessica shares that listeners can contact her via Instagram...

CW: self-harm, restraints, and a mention of suicide.On this episode of the TBH podcast, we talk with Sarah Manning who shares her experience with Long-term Residential Treatment, coping skills and tools she's developed to help her understand that her mental health challenges are not a burden to anyone, and her passion for education!At the end of the episode, Sarah shares that listeners can contact her via Instagram if they are struggling or just need someone to talk to. If you would like to c...

CW: Suicidal ideation, gun violence and addressing anti-Asian hateOn this episode of the To Be Honest Podcast, we continue our conversation with Alex Spielmann (they/he) who is an 18 year old queer and trans Asian American from the Bay Area. Alex uses spoken word to express their frustration with the systems of oppression that affect them and many other people. They are studying Sociology at De Anza College, and are hoping to become a teacher in order to make a difference in the lives of othe...