Join actor Mike 'Box' Elder as he sits down with fellow actors, directors, writers, comedians, producers and casting directors to extract insightful commentary on what it takes to achieve success in both Hollywood and the entertainment industry.
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The current youth mental health crisis continues to result in catastrophic outcomes. With suicide as a leading cause of death for our youth, record numbers of mental health providers closing up shop, and entire systems of care collapsing something drastic has to be done. Speak Our Minds host Heidi Baskfield helped organize a major classaction lawsuit against the state of Colorado for failing to provide a working system of youth mental health and won. Now the real work to build a working syst ...
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Strategic Advice for Long-Lasting Change in our Mental Healthcare System with Mental Health In-Chief Dr. K. Ron-Li Liaw
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Addressing Colorado’s challenges in the children’s system of care and mental health requires innovative thinking and strategic partnerships at the government level. Joining Heidi Baskfield on the Speak Our Minds podcast today is Dr. K. Ron-Li Liaw, Colorado’s first Mental Health-In-Chief for Children’s Hospital Colorado and is also the Division Dir…
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Empowering Families and Voices with Lived Experience: A Conversation with Christine Beyer, Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Children and Families
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The New Jersey Department of Children and Families (DCF) is the state’s first Cabinet-level agency focused exclusively on serving and supporting at-risk children and families. Today, Heidi welcomes Christine Beyer, Commissioner of the NJ DCF, to the podcast. Together with its partners, the NJ DCF works to increase kinship placements, strengthen fam…
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Actor Kimia Behpoornia stops by the bungalow and discusses performing in Asssscat, the pressure of booking things without auditioning, walking around Los Angeles, and more! Kimia's IMDb and Instagram @childclown. 00:00 - Introduction. 01:37 - Kimia slates her name. 03:15 - Casting workshops. 04:56 - Embarassing yourself and bad shows. 08:21 - Assss…
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Actor Jeremy Brandt stops by the bungalow and discusses how one audition can change everything, his contract as the Captial One guy, working a day job as a United pilot, and more! Jeremy's IMDb and Instagram @Jer_Brandt. 00:00 - Introduction. 02:17 - Jeremy slates his name. 03:29 - Being the spokesman for Capital One. 06:53 - Celebs doing commercia…
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A Bold Commitment to Youth Mental Health Reform in Colorado with Senator Barbara Kirkmeyer
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How can a state transform its approach to youth mental health in the face of bureaucratic challenges? In this episode of Speak Our Minds, we spotlight the passionate advocacy of Senator Barbara Kirkmeyer, a fourth-generation Coloradan who has lived in Weld County for over 35 years. From her roots as a county commissioner to her current role in the …
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Building Responsive Systems: Empowering Colorado Youth to Navigate Mental Health with Te'Andis Elliot and Quatisha Bailey
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We continue our fight for youth mental health and are excited to welcome two special guests to the podcast today: Te’Andis Elliot; a community engagement specialist in youth outreach, and Quatisha Bailey (known as Q); the Executive Director of the independent health and wellness consulting firm, Qs with Q. Join the conversation as we discuss their …
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Proposition KK: An Issue of Domestic Violence with Majority Leader Monica Duran and Elizabeth Newman from CCASA
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This week, we interrupt our regularly scheduled programming to address a critical issue: Proposition KK and the rising incidence of domestic violence in the state of Colorado, with many cases tragically ending in fatalities. Joining us are Majority Leader Monica Duran and Elizabeth Newman from the Colorado Coalition Against Sexual Assault (CCASA). …
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Culturally Responsive Care & Education: Reclaiming Our History to Empower the Future with Dr. Terri Bissonette
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All too often, discussions about system reform and the youth mental health crisis tend to overlook the specific needs and experiences of Native and Indigenous communities. Today’s episode of Speak Our Minds features Dr. Terri Bissonette, Gnoozhekaaning Anishinaabe, a seasoned educator, independent consultant, and the former Founder and School Leade…
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The Future of Youth Mental Health with Dr. Benjamin Miller
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What’s the most significant barrier facing youth and families when it comes to mental health care? Today, Dr. Benjamin Miller, a leading expert in mental health and adjunct faculty at Stanford School of Medicine, joins us to unpack the pressing challenges and opportunities in reforming the youth mental health system. Drawing on his extensive experi…
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What is Truly at Stake with the Youth Mental Health Crisis with Jamie Ulrich
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There is still a long way to go to solve the children and youth mental health crisis in Colorado. But there are many hardworking people creating solutions across our state. One such person is the Director of Human Services for Weld County, Jamie Ulrich, and she joins us today to share her journey to direct service, day-to-day problem-solving work, …
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Acting teacher John Rosenfeld stops by the bungalow and discusses the mood of actors right now, his problem with audition classes, why he shifted his focus from acting to teaching, and more! John's IMDb and Instagram @johnrosenfeldstudios. 00:00 - Introduction. 02:19 - John slates his name. 03:02 - Bald brotherhood. 07:18 - Dissappointment and find…
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Lessons from Rosie D. v. Romney with Dr. David Keller
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What can a landmark lawsuit from Massachusetts teach us about improving mental health care for youth in Colorado? Joining us today to unpack this question is Dr. David Keller, Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, Vice Chair of Clinical Strategy and Transformation at Children's Hospital Colorado, and co-chair of …
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Building a Successful System of Care with Senator Dafna Michaelson Jenet
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What does a successful system of care look like for the youth of Colorado? During this episode, Senator Dafna Michaelson Jenet is an advocate for youth mental health motivated by her own experience of trying to find the necessary support for her son’s complex needs. Kicking off our conversation, she shares her own story of advocating for a struggli…
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Casting Director Robert Ulrich & producer Christine Russell stop by the bungalow and discuss their new musical The Civility of Albert Cashier, why it's so relevant today, and more! Robert's IMDb and Instagram @rj.ulrich. Christine's IMDB and Instagram @christinerussell2033. Get your tickets to The Civility of Albert Cashier at the Colony Theatre in…
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When you’re first seeking care for your child, how do you know what to ask for? During this episode, we are joined by someone who has navigated many challenging circumstances in her personal fight for youth mental health. Kristin Stark is a mother supporting her daughter, Cecilia, as she navigates a wide variety of needs. Speaking to her really hel…
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Yoga instructor Stephanie Kato stops by the bungalow and discusses how yoga translates to the real world, how she sequences her classes, the decision to walk away from acting, and more! Steph's IMDb and Instagram @stephkato_. 00:00 - Introduction. 02:14 - Steph slates her name. 03:38 - Yoga for actors and mindfulness. 06:54 - Yoga translating to th…
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Why Colorado Must Do Better for Our Kids’ Mental Health with Kim Lewis
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Welcome to Speak Our Minds: The Fight for Youth Mental Health, a podcast that delves into the inspiring journeys of youth mental health advocates who took a stand to transform the system. Together with your host and seasoned public affairs expert, Heidi Baskfield, we’ll explore the landmark class-action lawsuit that held the state of Colorado accou…
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Actor Sara Tomko stops by the bungalow and discusses the long journey of Resident Alien, the importance of working day jobs, finding success later in life, and more! Sara's IMDb and Instagram @saratomko19. 00:00 - Introduction. 02:25 - Sara slates her name. 03:20 - The ups and downs of Resident Alien. 06:32 - Never being comfortable even after "get…
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Director Jason Winer stops by the bungalow and discusses starting out in improv, his overall deal with 20th Century Fox, actor networking, and more! Jason's IMDb and Instagram @jasonwiner. 00:00 - Introduction. 01:58 - Jason slates his name. 02:10 - Directing a pregnant Julie Bowen in the Modern Family pilot. 04:32 - Dealing with unexpected situati…
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Casting director Jeff Greenberg stops by the bungalow and discusses how he got started in casting, how many people he auditioned for the leads of Modern Family, his opinions on self tapes, and more! Jeff's IMDb and Instagram @jeffgreenbergcd. 00:00 - Introduction. 01:59 - Jeff slates his name. 04:53 - Did David Hyde Pierce crash the Frasier auditio…
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Acting teacher Lesly Kahn stops by the bungalow and discusses her approach to acting, how she can be perceived as intimidating, working on a scene with Mike, and more! Lesly's IMDb and Instagram @leslykahn. 00:00 - Introduction. 01:49 - Lesly slates her name. 04:57 - Access to the breakdowns and asking for things. 07:53 - The business of acting cla…
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Casting director Robert Ulrich stops by the bungalow and discusses the state of self tapes, working for a larger casting office, how he finds new talent, and more! Robert's IMDb and Instagram @rj.ulrich. 00:00 - Introduction. 02:05 - Robert slates his name. 04:40 - Does casting consciously bring in the same people. 12:28 - Self tapes are here to st…
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Actor Stevie Nelson stops by the bungalow and discusses balancing careers with acting pursuits, seeking out opportunities to learn, agents watching self tapes, and more! Stevie's IMDb and Instagram @iamstevienelson. 00:00 - Introduction. 02:01 - Stevie slates her name. 03:19 - The struggles of being a podcaster. 05:45 - Self tapes taking the fun ou…
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Actor Mary Holland stops by the bungalow and discusses her improv team Wild Horses, getting writing repetition in during the pandemic, trying not to focus on things out of her control, and more! Mary's IMDb and Instagram @maryhollandaise. 00:00 - Introduction. 01:54 - Mary slates her name. 03:35 - Wild Horses ending their improv run. 07:21 - How do…
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Actor George Basil stops by the bungalow and discusses how he stays creative during slow times, getting offered the role in Barbie, being scared about what his agents aren't telling him, and more! George's IMDb. 00:00 - Introduction. 01:20 - George slates his name. 03:33 - Going through droughts in this business and staying creative in life. 12:44 …
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Actor Jessica Amlee stops by the bungalow and discusses growing up in Canada, working on a TV show 8 months a year while in high school, missing casting directors, and more! Jessica's IMDb and Instagram @jessicakelseyamlee. 00:00 - Introduction. 01:44 - Jess slates her name. 04:47 - Growing up outside Vancouver in Maple Ridge. 05:45 - Starting to a…
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Writer Michael Jamin stops by the bungalow and discusses his new book of personal essays, his matter of fact attitude towards show business, learning how writer's rooms work, and more! Michael's IMDb, Instagram @michaeljaminwriter and get his new book A Paper Orchestra. 00:00 - Introduction. 01:54 - Michael slates his name. 03:12 - The origin of hi…
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Casting Director Michael Sanford stops by the bungalow and discusses the importance of therapy, how he tries to provide as much feedback as possible for actors, how he watches every audition, and more! Michael's IMDb and Instagram @sanfordcasting. 00:00 - Introduction. 01:42 - Michael slates his name. 02:55 - Michael does so many podcasts as the ni…
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Actor Ryan Gaul stops by the bungalow and discusses getting less confident as he's gotten older, working consistently sincing moving to Los Angeles, never wanting to do Saturday Night Live, and more! Ryan's IMDb and Instagram @rygaul. 00:00 - Introduction. 01:50 - Ryan slates his name. 03:14 - Getting asked to do a lot of podcasts. 08:25 - Booking …
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Writer Jason Palmer stops by the bungalow and discusses working at Fox NFL Sunday, being a writer's assistant for eight years, taking improv classes to help with his writing, and more! Jason's IMDb and Instagram @jpalmcomedy. 00:00 - Introduction. 01:23 - Jason slates his name. 02:08 - Landing the Fox NFL Sunday gig writing comedy sketches. 07:40 -…
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Actor Emily Pendergast stops by the bungalow and discusses struggling with self doubt, throwing a party for the first thing she booked only to be cut out of it, her audition for SNL, and more! Emily's IMDb and Instagram @ependergast. 00:00 - Introduction. 02:40 - Emily slates her name. 03:30 - Emily reflects on where she is in her career. 07:50 - W…
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