Best Jankowski Podcasts (2024)

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COURTNEY GINDER - I AM ONE Pandemic PPD Survivor Turned Advocate 43:25

6h ago43:25

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Send us a text On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with our fabulous friend Courtney Ginder, who works at PSI on the Communications team and who first came onto our radar as a volunteer in The Climb program! We’ll hear all about how the pandemic impacted her entry into parenthood, how access to care and prompt support from her providers got her …

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KRITI LODHA - I AM ONE in 1,000 Turning Pain into Purpose after Postpartum Psychosis 40:20

3d ago40:20

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Send us a text Trigger Warning: Traumatic Birth, Psychosis On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with Kriti Lodha, a successful marketing leader in the business world, whose entrée into parenthood has turned her into a powerhouse of a perinatal mental health advocate! We’ll hear about the dichotomy of feeling both isolated during the pandemic and …

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Episode 110 – Trina Leigh Walker and Zindzi Cresswell – Library Strategic Planning 1:20:50

6d ago1:20:50

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In this installment of the TLP, Chris has a chat with Trina Leigh Walker and Zindzi Cresswell covering library consultancy. Thanks to Matt Finch for connecting us all. It starts with the proper way to pronounce “Carnegie” (yes, Chris gets it wrong), working in the information world, and how important a strategic plan is. Continuing with the idea of…

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STACEY FIGG - I AM ONE PPA Inpatient Survivor Turned Postpartum Doula & Fierce PMH Advocate 44:59

24d ago44:59

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Send us a text TRIGGER WARNING: Traumatic Birth On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with one of our dearest friends and colleague, Stacey Figg. She is a postpartum doula, a PSI staff member in the coordinators program & one of the silliest, funniest, realest people we know. Today you’ll hear about some of the most serious & vulnerable moments fr…

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LYNN TURCOTTE-SCHUH - I AM ONE Mom On a Mission to Find Joy Each Day & Help Others Do the Same (Loss, PPA, PPD, Intrusive Thoughts) 55:18

1M ago55:18

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Send us a text Trigger Warning: Intrusive thoughts, Pregnancy Loss On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with one of the world’s loveliest human beings, Lynn Turcotte-Schuh - a Certified Birth Educator, a speaker, a perinatal mental health advocate, a long-time PSI volunteer & a mentor for mothers everywhere! We’ll chat about parenting through deb…

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CLAIRE HEWSON, MC, RCC - I AM ONE Mom Who Needed to Grieve Her Infant Feeding Experience (PPA, Traumatic Birth) 1:01:56

2M ago1:01:56

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Send us a text Trigger Warning: Traumatic Birth On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with Claire Hewson, an educator, a counselor & a PhD student at Queen’s University in British Columbia, Canada! Not only that, Claire is the very first PSI intern to hop into the recording studio with us. We’ll chat all about breast, chest and body feeding, troub…

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Dr. Kat Kaeni, PsyD, PMH-C - I AM ONE Survivor, Perinatal Psychologist, and Podcaster Crushing Stigma about Perinatal Mental Health 47:02

2M ago47:02

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Send us a text On today’s episode, we’re chatting with the one, the only, Dr. Kat Kaeni - Perinatal Mental Health Certified Clinical Psychologist, current PSI Board Chair, published author, podcast host extraordinaire (coming up on 350 episodes), and overall an incredible human being. Kat is involved in a lot these days. We’re so grateful for this …

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Episode 109 Essraa Nawar – Talking DEI, Outreach and bibliotheque d’alexandrie!! 1:30:04

2M ago1:30:04

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Chris had the opportunity to converse with Essraa Nawar, Assistant Dean for Library DEI Initiatives and Development, recognized in Forbes Arab American Heritage, Top 40 Women of Egypt, 125 Most Influential People in OC, and Women of Influence in O.C. Top 30 Egyptian Women Abroad. Essraa delves into unconventional perspectives on diversity, equity, …

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CECILY BEANE CULLINAN - I AM ONE Postpartum Doula Bridging the Immense Gaps in Maternal Health Care 50:39

3M ago50:39

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Send us a text Trigger Warning: Traumatic birth, Hemorrhaging On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with the lovely Cecily Beane Cullinan - postpartum doula, Kindermusik Teacher extraordinaire and incredible human who used her lived experience with Perinatal Mental Health Disorders to volunteer in PSI’s Peer Mentor Program! (Whisper – that’s where…

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Episode 108 Jeff Jankowski, President of Hoopla Digital 54:44

3M ago54:44

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On this installment of the podcast, Chris speaks with the founder and President of Hoopla Digital, Jeff Jankowski. Jeff talks about Hoopla’s birth with Midwest Tapes, his origin story along with how Hoopla curates and optimizes their products along with digital equity and so much more!By Chris DeCristofaro

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LISETTE LOPEZ-ROSE - I AM ONE Latina Pandemic First-Time Mom Turning Her Rage into a Beautiful Passion 52:05

3M ago52:05

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Send us a text Trigger Warning: Intrusive Thoughts On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with the one, the only, Lisette Lopez-Rose, Assistant Manager of Support Groups here at PSI and an outspoken perinatal mental health advocate for Latino parents everywhere. We’ll chat about being surprised by postpartum rage, intrusive thoughts, difficulty get…

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DR. NICOLE PENSAK, PhD, PMH-C - I AM ONE Clinical Psychologist and PMHD Expert Who Was Rattled By Early Motherhood 38:48

4M ago38:48

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Send us a text Episode 31 - Dr. Nicole Pensak, PhD, PMH-C On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with Perinatal Mental Health-Certified Clinical Psychologist Dr. Nicole Pensak! We’ll hear about her experience recognizing that she desperately needed to reach out for help after becoming a mom. Dr. Pensak is an incredible advocate, a dedicated researc…

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Episode 107 – Melissa Taylor Fayetteville Public Library Center for Innovation 1:15:57

4M ago1:15:57

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Download What an amazing time with Melissa Taylor, Manager of the Center for Innovation at the Fayetteville Public Library in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Melissa shares about her corporate sponsorships with Walmart, JB Hunt and Tyson foods. Chris and Bob learned about all of the offerings in this beautiful facility and how Melissa keeps it all running,…

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Episode 106 Aaron Whitfield 1:09:39

7M ago1:09:39

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In this installment, the fellas were lucky enough to have Aaron Whitfield on the podcast. Aaron spoke about all Aaron has accomplished in his time in Libraryland along with being a BIPOC and what that is like in todays world. He also talks about the importance of “MU FA LI” in his life, his writing and music. Aaron talks about the power of positive…

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Episode 105 David Ecker Technology for Libraries

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Joining Chris and Bob is David Ecker from Stony Brook University. Dave is a repeat guest and its always great to speak to him. Dave spoke about being library “technologists”, time management for managers, how AI can help makerspaces and that dirty world in Libraryland “CHANGE”. Dave has a new book out entitled Leadership Takes Courage: How to Maste…

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Episode 104 Dr. Temara Hajjat from the Bowel Sounds Podcast! 54:35

9M ago54:35

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Joining Chris and Bob on the pod is Temara Hajjat Gastroenterologist at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital and co host of the Bowel Sounds Podcast. Temara spoke with the fellas about what its like to go to medical school, the spark that started the podcast, the targeted listenership, the formula for the pod along with talking about Harvard Medical Scho…

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JEN HAMILTON & JULIE KOONTZ - We Are One Perinatal Advocacy Sister Act 49:33

10M ago49:33

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Send us a text On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with the hilarious and dynamic sisterly-duo that is Julie Koontz & Jen Hamilton! We’ll hear how PSI helped Julie through the isolation and intrusive thoughts that accompanied her perinatal mental health disorders. And we’ll hear how Jen’s experience as a Labor & Delivery nurse has helped her bec…

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KRISTA MALTAIS - I AM ONE Passionate Parenting Advocate & Postpartum Doula Trainer 37:31

10M ago37:31

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Send us a text On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with Krista Maltais, an Advanced Postpartum Doula (AdvPCD) and Certified Postpartum Doula Trainer (PDT) through DONA International and an Advanced Lactation Consultant (ALC) through the Academy of Lactation Policy and Practice. Oh, and she just published a new book and volunteers at PSI as a Cli…

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CHRISTOPHER ROSE - I AM ONE Dad Who Went Toe to Toe With Postpartum Depression 49:54

10M ago49:54

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Send us a text On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with the magnanimous, Mr. Christopher Rose. He’s a Perinatal Anxiety & OCD survivor who volunteers his time at PSI in two capacities: facilitating the Dads Support group once a month and providing support to dads in the Peer Mentor Program. Before becoming a volunteer with PSI, Christopher was a…

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MELISSA BENTLEY, LPC, PMH-C - I AM ONE Perinatal Mental Health Nerd 41:07

10M ago41:07

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Send us a text On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with a longtime listener, first time caller (or … podcast guest) - Melissa Bentley. Melissa is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas, and is thrilled to be making a difference as the Support Coordinator Program Manager here at PSI. In this role, she supports over ~475 volunteer…

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PATIENCE RILEY - I AM ONE Military Spouse Who Stopped Surviving and Started Healing After Accepting Help 1:00:48

11M ago1:00:48

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Send us a text On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with our friend, and Perinatal Mental Health-Certified powerhouse, Patience Riley. Patience is a Licensed Mental Health Therapist, a foodie, a military spouse, and a mother of two. We’ll hear all about how loneliness and isolation played a role in her transition to motherhood, especially with a …

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CODY ALVEY - I AM ONE Mom Driven to Make a Difference for Others (Anxiety, PPD, ADHD, Intrusive Thoughts) 53:09

11M ago53:09

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Send us a text Trigger Warning: Intrusive Thoughts On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with the self-proclaimed “Most Devoted Listener of the I AM ONE Podcast, the amazing - Cody Alvey. Cody is a Perinatal Mental Health-Certified Lactation Educator, and the Executive Assistant extraordinaire to PSI’s Executive Director, Dr. Wendy Davis. We’ll he…

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ESZTER KALMAN - I AM ONE Immigrant Mom Whose Struggle is the Healing Guide for Others 42:31

11M ago42:31

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Send us a text On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with the fabulous Eszter Kalman, a Licensed Perinatal Psychotherapist, a longtime PSI volunteer on the Helpline, and now she’s lending her volunteer skills to content creation with the social media team. We’ll hear all about how incredibly lonely motherhood felt after moving from Hungary to the …

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I AM ONE Mom & Mind Podcast Guest 56:56

11M ago56:56

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Send us a text On today’s episode, you’re in for something … a little different because the microphones have been turned. Emily and I were recently guests on the Mom & Mind Podcast with Dr. Kat, who has graciously given us permission to share that episode here with you! Today, you’ll hear us touch on both the personal and professional sides of our …

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KATE JWASKIEWICZ - I AM ONE Loving and Empowering Mom, Recovered and Ready to Help Heal (Anxiety, Rage, Traumatic Birth) 41:55

12M ago41:55

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Send us a text TW: Traumatic Birth On today’s episode, we’re chatting with Kate Jwaskiewicz, perinatal mental health advocate and mother of 4 from Syracuse, NY. Kate has chosen to dedicate much of her time to supporting pregnant and postpartum parents as a volunteer at PSI after experiencing perinatal mental health complications of her own. We’ll h…

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Episode 103 East End Tech Committee 1:14:29

12M ago1:14:29

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This is really cool LOCAL episode for our friends on Long Island but also a great inspirational episode for everyone. Joining the podcast is Lilly Kiel from the Cutchogue/New Suffolk Free Library, Steven Alcalde from the Rogers Memorial Library and Anthony Giansante from the John Jermain Memorial Library to talk about the tech challenges working on…

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@pearlsofjasmine - I AM ONE Pharmacist Mom Who Wasn't Immune to Severe PPD 55:43

12M ago55:43

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Send us a text On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with Jasmine, a pharmacist by trade and a fierce perinatal mental health advocate by heart. In the early days of a global pandemic, she chose to join PSI as a volunteer in the Peer Mentor Program after being rocked by her own lived experience with infertility, PPA, severe PPD. We’ll hear about t…

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JEN GASKELL - I AM ONE PPA/PPD Survivor & Storyteller (PPA, PPD, Gestational Diabetes, Intrusive Thoughts) 34:10

12M ago34:10

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Send us a text On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with Jen Gaskell, a superstar volunteer of PSI on both the English & Spanish helplines. We’ll hear about Jen’s lived experience with anxiety, depression, rage and OCD. Oh, it’s a good one! Make sure you follow us on social media so you don’t miss anything I AM ONE Podcast-related, including our …

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BRITTANY WELCH: I AM ONE Mom Recovering from Shame, Guilt & PTSD (PPA, PPD, PTSD, Suicidal Ideation) 47:42

1y ago47:42

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Send us a text TRIGGER WARNING: Suicidal Ideation, Traumatic Birth On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with Brittany Welch, a perinatal mental health advocate whose lived experience fuels her to help others in her community. We’ll hear about shame, guilt, an inpatient stay, navigating a medically traumatic birth experience, and the power of peer…

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MIKAH GOLDMAN BERG: I AM ONE Who Transformed Pain into Empowerment (PPA, Bipolar, Depression, OCD) 54:12

1y ago54:12

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Send us a text On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with Mikah Goldman Berg, a perinatal mental health advocate whose personal experience inspired her to become a Peer Mentor, Support Group Facilitator, and eventually a staff member supporting PSI’s National Chapters. Although I met Mikah while volunteering in PSI’s Peer Mentor Program, I had nev…

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ALEXANDRA PAEZ-FERREIRA: I AM ONE Stigma-Erasing Mamá (Infertility, Loss, Anxiety) 1:25:29

1y ago1:25:29

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Send us a text TRIGGER WARNING: Pregnancy Loss On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with Alexandra Paez-Ferreira, a passionate perinatal mental health advocate specifically focusing her time supporting Latinx & BIPOC parents. Becoming a mom to identical twins came after years of devastating infertility issues. We’ll hear how Alex’s difficult jour…

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Special Episode Connecticut Library Association Part 2 – Alice Knapp, Scott Jarzombek, Kate Byroade and Scott Brill – Mental Health and Well-being 56:39

1y ago56:39

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In part 2 of this special episode, Chris and Bob were joined by Alice Knapp, Director of the Ferguson Library in Stamford, Connecticut, Scott Jarzombek, Director of the Fairfield Library in Fairfield, Connecticut, Kate Byroade Director of the Cragin Colchester Library in Colchester, Connecticut and Scott Brill, Director of the Derby Public Library,…

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Special Episode – Connecticut Library Conference Part 1 Doug Lord 37:15

1y ago37:15

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In this 2 part episode, Chris and Bob travel to Groton Connecticut at the invitation of the Connecticut Library Association to speak during their conference lunch period about mental health and wellbeing in the library profession. The fellas were joined by Doug Lord, Director of the C. H. Booth Public Library in Newtown, Connecticut and President o…

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Episode 101 – Meghan Volchko – Inside Overdrive 50:55

1y ago50:55

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Joining Chris for this episode is Meghan Volcheko, Manager, Public Library Collection Development at OverDrive, Meghan talks about how she and her team assist libraries and library systems with collection development with Overdrive. Yes, this is also the Libby App and also Kanopy and Sora for schools. Meghan talks about the relationships she has bu…

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Episode 100 – Carol Ann Tack, Podcasting & Readers 51:03

1+ y ago51:03

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In our 100th Episode, we have asked Alumni Carol Ann Tack from the podcast Top Shelf at the Merrick Library to return to talk about her podcast, readers advisory, her book discussions (which are the thing of legend on Long Island) and how tech can sometimes help and sometimes get in the way of getting to where you need to be in Libraryland.…

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DR. WENDY DAVIS: I AM ONE Grateful Survivor 54:40

1+ y ago54:40

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Send us a text On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with the Executive Director of PSI, herself, Dr. Wendy Davis. We had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Wendy to hear how Perinatal Mental Health Disorders have touched her life personally and professionally, and she even indulged us by sticking around for a fun round of questions at the…

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TONY PACITTI: I AM ONE Pandemic Twin Dad and Partner of a Postpartum Psychosis Survivor (PTSD, Psychosis) 53:06

1+ y ago53:06

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Send us a text TRIGGER WARNING: Intrusive Thoughts, Mania, PTSD On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with Tony Pacitti - a writer and a peer support group facilitator of PSI's Dads Group. When he's not facilitating support groups - or chasing his very energetic three-year-olds around - he can be found in a book. But for today, you can also find h…

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SAMANTHA KONIKOFF: I AM ONE Mom Who Discovered She Could Make a Difference (PPA, PPD, PPOCD) 47:29

1+ y ago47:29

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Send us a text TRIGGER WARNING: Intrusive Thoughts On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with Samantha Konikoff, a guest that is near and dear to my heart. As mentioned at the beginning of every single I AM ONE Podcast episode, hearing one person share their story changed the trajectory of my life. And so, today we’ll hear from that person! Samant…

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