Best The Mental Game Podcasts (2024)

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Chloe Radcliffe Talks Stand-Up Comedy, Birthmark, Mental Health, Dating and Therapy 1:14:55

18h ago1:14:55

1:14:55

Comedian Chloe Radcliffe joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Chloe opens up about her childhood, being bullied for her birthmark, her mother's support and love, finding stand-up comedy, career struggles, sharing her vulnerability on stage and how she takes the best care of her mental health.…

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Vernon Davis Talks NFL Career, Suicidal Thoughts, Brother's Death and Mental Health 51:36

15d ago51:36

51:36

Former NFL star Vernon Davis joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Vernon opens up about his childhood trauma, his mother's battle with addiction, his football journey, living his dream in the NFL, struggling with suicidal thoughts, breaking the stigma in sports, losing his brother Vontae and how he best takes care of his m…

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Dan Hurley Talks UConn, Coaching, Suicidal Thoughts, Mental Health and Therapy 37:08

22d ago37:08

37:08

UConn head coach Dan Hurley joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Coach Hurley opens up about his basketball career, mental health struggles, battling suicidal thoughts and panic attacks, becoming a coach, winning back-to-back national championships at UConn, breaking the stigma in sports and how he best takes care of his o…

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Don Lemon Talks News Career, CNN Firing, Depression, Mental Health and Therapy 1:10:04

1M ago1:10:04

1:10:04

News anchor Don Lemon joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Don opens up about his childhood, his journalism career, becoming one of America's biggest news anchors, getting fired from CNN, battling depression, starting therapy and how he best takes care of his mental health.By The Mental Game

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The Millennial Therapist Sara Kuburic Talks Therapy, Self-Loss, Trauma and Anxiety 46:56

2M ago46:56

46:56

Existential psychotherapist Dr. Sara Kuburic joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Sara opens up about her childhood trauma, battling anxiety and panic attacks, how to handle self-loss, studying existential psychotherapy, becoming "the millennial therapist" on Instagram, her new book "It's On Me" and how she best takes care…

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R.K. Russell Talks NFL Career, Coming Out, LGBTQ+ Stigma and Men's Mental Health 1:13:19

2M ago1:13:19

1:13:19

Former NFL defensive end R.K. Russell joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. R.K. opens up about his childhood, his football journey, mental health struggles, coming out as bisexual while playing in the NFL, breaking the LGBTQ+ stigma, men's mental health and life after football.…

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Brent Pella Talks Comedy Career, Single Mom, Mental Health, Psychedelics and Therapy 47:38

3M ago47:38

47:38

Comedian Brent Pella joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Brent opens up about stand-up comedy, his career struggles, growing up with a single mother, bonding with his mom over comedy, psychedelic therapy and how he best takes care of his mental health today.By The Mental Game

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JT Gray Talks NFL Career, Saints, Injuries, Mental Health and Therapy 30:11

3M ago30:11

30:11

Saints safety JT Gray joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. JT opens up about his childhood, growing up in Mississippi, his big NFL dreams, playing for the Saints, battling mental health struggles, going to therapy for the first time and how he best takes care of his mental health today.…

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Emma Brooks Talks Modeling, Bullying, Suicidal Thoughts, Anxiety and Mental Health 55:53

4M ago55:53

55:53

Model Emma Brooks joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Emma opens up about her big modeling dreams, growing up in Louisiana, being bullied in high school, becoming a model in LA, battling suicidal thoughts, social media body shaming and how she best takes care of her mental health.…

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Jeffery Simmons Talks NFL Career, Titans, Single Mother and Men's Mental Health 35:16

4M ago35:16

35:16

NFL star Jeffery Simmons joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Jeffery opens up about his childhood, being raised by a single mother, his sadness of not having a dad in his life, chasing his NFL dreams, men's mental health, playing for the Titans and how he best takes care of his mental health.…

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Alyson Stoner Talks Child Acting, Eating Disorder, Suicidal Thoughts and Rehab 1:05:33

4M ago1:05:33

1:05:33

Actress Alyson Stoner joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Alyson opens up about her acting career, becoming a Hollywood star as a child, struggling with her eating disorder, checking in to rehab, battling suicidal thoughts, creating her company Movement Genius and how she best takes care of her mental health.…

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Jim O'Heir Talks Acting, Parks and Rec, Anxiety, Panic Attacks and Mental Health 1:18:10

5M ago1:18:10

1:18:10

Actor Jim O'Heir joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Jim opens up about his acting career, getting his dream job as Jerry on Parks and Recreation, struggling with anxiety in Hollywood, battling panic attacks, losing his parents, going to therapy and finding the best ways to take care of his mental health.…

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Joel Kim Booster Talks Acting, Comedy, Coming Out, Suicidal Thoughts and Therapy 38:08

5M ago38:08

38:08

Actor and comedian Joel Kim Booster joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Joel opens up about his childhood, coming out in a religious family, battling suicidal thoughts, finding stand-up comedy, acting in TV and movies, going to therapy and the best ways to take care of his mental health.…

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Sarah Ann Talks Love Is Blind, Dating, Suicidal Thoughts, Mental Health and Therapy 1:17:23

5M ago1:17:23

1:17:23

Love Is Blind's Sarah Ann joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Sarah Ann opens up her experience on Love Is Blind, dating in the pods, her relationship with Jeramey, social media bullying, battling suicidal thoughts, trying therapy and taking care of her mental health after the show.…

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That One Mailman Talks TikTok Fame, Comedy, Mental Health, Fatherhood and Family 41:04

5M ago41:04

41:04

Sean Fogelson aka "That One Mailman" joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Sean opens up about his rise to fame on TikTok, his job as a mailman, childhood struggles with his dad, mental health, his family life, starting stand-up comedy, Gary Owen's friendship and his love for the Cincinnati Bengals.…

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Kirk Herbstreit Talks Football, College GameDay, Lee Corso, Mental Health and Therapy 56:39

6M ago56:39

56:39

ESPN's Kirk Herbstreit joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Kirk opens up about his football career, his mental health struggles, going to therapy at Ohio State, finding his dream job at College GameDay, his friendship with Lee Corso, breaking the stigma in sports and his best friend Ben.…

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Marcus Ericsson Talks Racing Career, Indy 500, Mental Health and Avicii's Suicide 30:08

6M ago30:08

30:08

Indy 500 champion Marcus Ericsson joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Marcus opens up about his racing career, moving to America to drive IndyCar, winning the Indy 500, hiring a mental health coach, Avicii's suicide and how he takes care of his mental health.By The Mental Game

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Delanie Walker Talks NFL Career, Aunt's Death, Fatherhood, Mental Health and MADD 35:33

6M ago35:33

35:33

Former NFL tight end Delanie Walker joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Delanie opens up about his football journey from community college to the NFL, playing in the Super Bowl, tragically losing his aunt and uncle, advocating with Mothers Against Drunk Driving and how he takes care of his mental health.…

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Genie Bouchard Talks Tennis Career, Wimbledon, Mental Health, Therapy and Pickleball 1:08:17

6M ago1:08:17

1:08:17

Tennis star Genie Bouchard joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Genie opens up about her tennis journey, her heartbreaking Wimbledon loss, battling mental health struggles, why she loves therapy, joining the pickleball tour and her new goals on and off the court.By The Mental Game

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Eric Decker Talks NFL Career, Mental Health, Demaryius Thomas' Death and Therapy 23:53

6M ago23:53

23:53

Former NFL star receiver Eric Decker joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Eric opens up about his football journey, playing in the Super Bowl, losing his best friend Demaryius Thomas, struggling with life after football, going to therapy and why he's such a big advocate for men's mental health.…

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Why Was I Suicidal? I Felt Alone For 15 Years Before Asking For Help 30:19

7M ago30:19

30:19

Suicide is something I've struggled with since I was 14 years old. Those thoughts stayed with me until two years ago. I was suicidal every day for months and I never thought I’d be happy again. But I was wrong. To anyone reading this that feels alone like I did… You are not alone. We can’t do this alone. And I promise if you ask for help, you can f…

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Dexter Carr Talks Dance Career, Choreography, Chris Brown and Mental Health 37:54

7M ago37:54

37:54

Professional dancer and choreographer Dexter Carr joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Dexter opens up about his dance career, taking the stage with stars like Chris Brown, Beyoncé and Katy Perry, battling anxiety while chasing his dream and his own mental health journey.By The Mental Game

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Huey Mack Talks Music Career, Mental Health, West Virginia and New Songs 41:31

7M ago41:31

41:31

Singer/rapper Huey Mack joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Huey opens up about his music career which started in high school, songs going viral while he was in college at West Virginia, his own mental health journey and his next chapter in music.By The Mental Game

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One Year Sober and How Sobriety Saved My Mental Health 35:40

9M ago35:40

35:40

I can't believe I'm saying it... but I'm one year sober!! I never thought I could quit drinking, but it's completely changed my life and mental health. I used alcohol to numb the pain of depression and suicidal thoughts for years. But now I'm the happiest I've ever been and sober! I promise you can quit too. Please don't be afraid to ask for help. …

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Kate Reinders 41:30

9M ago41:30

41:30

KATE REINDERS - From understudy on tour to OG Chicago GLINDA, to High School Musical The Musical The Series’ Favorite Drama teacher, Miss Jen…. Kate Reinders career has stood the test of time. Did she really take a leave of absence from a Broadway revival in order to do a kids’ show? Did she really miss a performance of said kids’ show in Minneapol…

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André Ward (part 2) 30:17

9M ago30:17

30:17

André Ward (part 2) - We are back with part 2 of my interview with my dear friend, André Ward! Join us for more incredible stories, wisdom, laughs... and shout-outs to Colman Domingo, Billy Porter, and Katie Finneran! What was it that helped André step in to owning his own sense of self? How has career changed since he embraced himself fully? I hop…

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My Mental Health, Sobriety and The Mental Game Tour 33:15

10M ago33:15

33:15

I wanted to be honest about my mental health and sobriety. Thank you to every single person for supporting me. This podcast has changed my life. I can't wait to see you on The Mental Game Tour as I drive to 30 states in 30 days to help break the stigma. New episode with the biggest guests yet coming Spring 2024. You got this! Love y'all!…

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KYLE Talks Music Career, Depression, Getting Bullied, Therapy and Mental Health 44:20

12M ago44:20

44:20

Rapper/singer KYLE joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. KYLE opens up about his music career, going viral on YouTube, battling depression, getting bullied for his speech impediment, writing hit songs and why he raps about his mental health struggles.By The Mental Game

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Anthony Muñoz Talks Bengals Career, Super Bowls, Brother’s Death and Mental Health 37:26

12M ago37:26

37:26

NFL Hall of Famer Anthony Muñoz joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Anthony opens up about his Bengals career, playing in two Super Bowls, becoming an NFL Hall of Famer, his own mental health, his brother's struggles with addiction and how he's helping youth with the Anthony Muñoz Foundation.…

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Get Them Mentally Ready for the Day - Rewire App Introduction 28:14

12M ago28:14

28:14

Imagine being able to screen your girls before practice to get a true idea of what you're going to get out of them that day? Instead of HOPING you notice the signs. Hoping you don't miss one player among 12-30 players. All so you can get the most out of your limited time with them. And what if that process only took a couple minutes using their pho…

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André Ward (part 1) 35:25

12M ago35:25

35:25

André Ward (part 1) - This week, join me and my old friend, André Ward. As one of his teachers once said, “André’s a delight… but he talks a lot in class.” And believe me, his stories are not only wonderful and full of wisdom and joy, but filled with a LOT of laughs! How did this powerhouse performer, and grounded balanced soul get to where he is t…

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Jack Wright Talks TikTok, Acting, Suicidal Thoughts, OCD and Mental Health 35:27

12M ago35:27

35:27

Influencer Jack Wright joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Jack opens up about going viral on TikTok, acting dreams, battling depression and OCD, suicidal thoughts and how journaling helps him with his mental health.By The Mental Game

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Kevin Gates Talks Rap, Suicidal Thoughts, Depression, Mental Health and New Album 8:57

1y ago8:57

8:57

Rapper Kevin Gates joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Kevin opens up about his music career, battling depression, suicidal thoughts, men's mental health and his new album The Ceremony.By The Mental Game

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Alli Mauzey 36:16

1y ago36:16

36:16

Alli Mauzey - Join me and my astounding guest, Alli Mauzey, as she talks about her time at Wicked, Cry-Baby, and her current role of “Pattie Levaco,” the mom, in the Tony Award winning Best Musical: Kimberly Akimbo. Learn about Alli’s “roundabout way” of getting into the business, after feeling like her schooling maybe didn’t actually set her up th…

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Terry Crews Talks Acting, Suicidal Thoughts, Porn Addiction and Mental Health 56:13

1y ago56:13

56:13

Actor Terry Crews joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Terry opens up about his acting career, growing up with an abusive father, his porn addiction, battling suicidal thoughts, going to therapy and how he's taking care of his mental health now.By The Mental Game

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Get Your Team to Bring the ENERGY - w/ David Lindsay 33:20

1y ago33:20

33:20

Ever look at your team mid-practice (or mid GAME) and think... Are they ALIVE? There are so many things that drain their energy, then before you know it the energy is gone and you might as well call it a day. And if we're honest, we have those days too! Today's guest not only speaks to this topic - he EXUDES energy and positivity! No joke - he had …

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Tripp Hanson 1:05:32

1y ago1:05:32

1:05:32

Tripp Hanson - Okay, kids… buckle up for some solid #TruthBombs and life-altering content from my good friend, TRIPP HANSON. Tripp’s life is constantly evolving from a backstory that includes tapping on the street, to traveling the world with Tommy Tune, to helping create Crazy For You, to acupuncture, and now to the Mindmasteryinstitute.com. So, j…

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Keltie Knight Talks E! News, TV Career, Suicidal Thoughts, Therapy and LadyGang 57:45

1y ago57:45

57:45

Entertainment reporter Keltie Knight joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Keltie opens up about her career as an entertainment reporter, living her dreams in Hollywood, but also battling suicidal thoughts, why she loves therapy and how she's taking care of her mental health.…

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Jacqueline B. Arnold (part 2) 27:42

1y ago27:42

27:42

Part 2 - This week I talk with Jacqueline B Arnold, a versatile triple threat, who is one of the iconic original (and current) stars of Moulin Rouge, about her unconventional path to Broadway… about her personal journey and personal struggle(s)… about the catch 22 of rejection (”you can’t really be that mad about it… but you kinda are…”) and about …

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Jacqueline B. Arnold (part 1) 31:36

1y ago31:36

31:36

Part 1 - This week I talk with Jacqueline B Arnold, a versatile triple threat, who is one of the iconic original (and current) stars of Moulin Rouge, about her unconventional path to Broadway… about her personal journey and personal struggle(s)… about the catch 22 of rejection (”you can’t really be that mad about it… but you kinda are…”) and about …

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Robin Williams’ Son Zak Talks Father’s Suicide, Depression, Sobriety and PYM 38:06

1y ago38:06

38:06

Mental health advocate Zak Williams joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Zak opens up about his father's suicide, his own mental health journey, battling depression, choosing sobriety and creating PYM to help break the stigma around mental health.By The Mental Game

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JoAnn M Hunter (part 2) 51:52

1y ago51:52

51:52

JOANN M HUNTER (part 2) - The legend herself! A prolific dancer and performer turned choreographer, Joann’s been dazzling us on stages around the world for many, many years, and she shows no signs of stopping! Join us to learn about her unique and wild story…from being born in Japan, to dropping out of high school and moving to New York on her own …

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JoAnn M Hunter (part 1) 37:50

1y ago37:50

37:50

JOANN M HUNTER (part 1) - the legend herself! A prolific dancer and performer turned choreographer, Joann’s been dazzling us on stages around the world for many, many years, and she shows no signs of stopping! Join us to learn about her unique and wild story…from being born in Japan, to dropping out of high school and moving to New York on her own …

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Chad Johnson Talks NFL, Bengals Career, Sobriety, Trash Talk and Mental Health 37:29

1y ago37:29

37:29

Former NFL star Chad "Ochocinco" Johnson joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Chad opens up about his NFL career, playing for the Bengals, his favorite touchdown celebrations, why he chose to never drink alcohol, living fully present and his mental health live at the Kroger Wellness Festival.…

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Gavin Creel (part 2) 31:43

1y ago31:43

31:43

Part 2: Technically my first guest ever (recorded in summer of 2021) is Tony-winning star of stage and screen, writer, composer, activist, and self-admitted “hot mess,” GAVIN CREEL! Come along as Gavin and I talk about his arrival in NYC, his harrowing Broadway debut, and all the twists and turns and pitfalls along the way that have led to his bran…

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Gavin Creel (part 1) 31:53

1y ago31:53

31:53

Technically my first guest ever (recorded in summer of 2021) is Tony-winning star of stage and screen, writer, composer, activist, and self-admitted “hot mess,” GAVIN CREEL! Come along as Gavin and I talk about his arrival in NYC, his harrowing Broadway debut, and all the twists and turns and pitfalls along the way that have led to his brand new on…

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Carson Pickett Talks Soccer, USWNT, Limb Difference, Anxiety and Mental Health 44:59

1y ago44:59

44:59

Soccer star Carson Pickett joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Carson opens up about her soccer career, living her dream on the USWNT, battling anxiety with her arm, using her platform to help the limb difference community and how she takes care of her mental health.By The Mental Game

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Raymond J Lee 42:43

1y ago42:43

42:43

RAYMOND J LEE is currently performing in Sweeeny Todd on Broadway! Ray’s career seems to be non-stop on the stage and on TV, commercials and voice overs, yet he somehow balances career with being a husband and father! Ray reveals his unique journey as a Korean-American pop-voiced theatre actor who refused to be boxed you in. His philosophy? ”Do you…

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Niko Moon Talks Music, Zac Brown Band, Depression, Substance Abuse and Therapy 56:40

1y ago56:40

56:40

Country singer/songwriter Niko Moon joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Niko opens up about his music career, writing hit songs, struggling with depression, becoming an alcoholic and abusing pills, how therapy helped and his new mental health foundation.By The Mental Game

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Kelli O’Hara (part 2) 25:24

1y ago25:24

25:24

Kelli O'Hara (part 2) - Tony Award winner, Emmy and Grammy-nominated actress Kelli O'Hara has established herself as one of Broadway's greatest leading ladies. It’s her perspective on life, art, craft, and the importance of curiosity and discomfort that keeps her going in the biz. Find out how her determination and initial lack of awareness helped …

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