🎓 Ready to tackle all things graduation? Join our lively hosts, Juan Bendana and Ruthie Tessler, with producer Derek E. Baird, as they dive into the excitement and anxiety of life after high school. In This Episode: Graduation Hype vs. Reality : Balancing the excitement of graduation with realistic expectations. Preparing for College : Tips for setting goals and reducing anxiety over the summer. Alternative Paths : It’s okay if college isn’t your next step. Explore the benefits of taking a gap ...
May 23, 2024•20 min•Season 4Ep. 38
Join host Dr. Taiwo Alonge in Episode 37 of the BeingMe: A Teen Mental Health Podcast as we dive deep with Chloe Pavlech , former Maryland Terrapin, NCAA coach, and founder of Sad Girl Hours . Chloe shares her inspiring journey through student athletics and the mental health challenges that come with it. Get ready for a slam dunk episode packed with stories, advice, and insights on navigating life on and off the court. In this episode, you'll discover: 🏀 Chloe's Early Days: From her first baske...
May 06, 2024•35 min•Season 4Ep. 37
Dive into the glitter and drama of prom night with hosts Ruthie Tessler and Juan Bendana on the latest Teen Mind Matters podcast episode. Whether you’re stressing about dates, dresses, or dance moves, we’ve got you covered! Join Ruthie and Juan as they tackle tough questions and offer expert advice to help you navigate the highs and lows of one of high school’s most anticipated events. Date of Recording: April 12, 2024 About BeMe BeMe is a mobile mental health platform — made for and With Teen...
Apr 15, 2024•18 min•Season 4Ep. 36
In this episode of the BeingMe: A Teen Mental Health podcast, join host Dr. Taiwo Alonge as he sits down with Jorge Alvarez , a remarkable mental health activist, creator, and visionary. Discover how Jorge transformed his struggles into a powerful platform for change, breaking cultural barriers and destigmatizing mental health conversations. Prepare for an insightful discussion that will motivate you to embrace your journey and make a difference in the world. Key takeaways from this episode: Jor...
Apr 01, 2024•34 min
Dive into the heart of winter with "Teen Mind Matters," a vibrant podcast from BeMe Health , produced by Derek E. Baird and co-hosted by the dynamic duo of BeMe Youth Ambassador Juan Bendana and teen sensation Ruthie Tessler. In this energizing episode, we tackle the all-too-familiar Winter Semester Slump, sharing laughs, insights, and invaluable advice to keep your spirits high and your motivation fired up. Episode Highlights: BeMe Ice Breaker & Entertainment Roundup: Kick off with a fun ic...
Mar 18, 2024•20 min•Season 4Ep. 34
Episode 33: Navigating the Waters of Student-Athlete Mental Health with Stanzi McGowan In this compelling episode of BeingMe: A Teen Mental Health Podcast , we're thrilled to host Stanzi McGowan, a distinguished former USA Junior National Team swimmer, four-time Junior National Champion, and international medalist. At the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, her athletic excellence was highlighted by her prowess in sprint freestyle events and critical contribution to the historic win of the 202...
Mar 04, 2024•29 min•Season 4Ep. 33
Episode 31: BeingMe Podcast: Empowering Voices: Meyiya & Jermal's Journey with Communities United 1️⃣ Introduction of Guests: Meyiya Coleman & Jermal Ray from Communities United . Meyiya: High school youth leader, now a full-time organizer and trainer. Jermal: First-gen college student, youth organizer and leader. 2️⃣ Communities United Overview: Focus on racial justice in Chicago. Global recognition in Kellogg Foundation’s Racial Equity 2030 Challenge. Highlighting their Healing Through...
Feb 05, 2024•54 min•Season 4Ep. 31
1️⃣ Let’s Check-In: - 🧊 BeMe Ice Breaker: Discussing holidays, New Year's resolutions, and whether they've been broken yet. - 🌟 2024 Vibe Check: Chat about January experiences and what everyone looks forward to in 2024. - 🎶 What RU Watching/Listening to?: Sharing thoughts on music, movies, TikTok, and streaming content. 2️⃣ Questions from BeMe Teens: - 💭 Question 1: "Why track emotions in the BeMe app?" - Declan, 17. - 🤝 Question 2: "Overcoming social anxiety and making friends?" - D’nella,...
Jan 23, 2024•32 min•Season 4Ep. 32
About This Episode Welcome to Episode 30 of our Signal Award-Winning BeingMe: A Teen Mental Health Podcast , hosted by Dr. Taiwo Alonge. In this episode, we have a special guest, Dr. Amber Childs , a child and adolescent psychology pioneer. Dr. Childs is a renowned Yale University professor and the Clinical Strategist for BeMe Health. In this episode, Dr. Child will talk about her life journey, starting from her teenage years, and how it led her to become an innovator and leader in mental health...
Jan 09, 2024•52 min•Season 4Ep. 30
About This Episode Welcome to BeingMe: A Teen Mental Health Podcast, where we celebrate the voices and experiences of teenagers. In this episode, hosts Ruthie Tessler, BeMe Youth Ambassador Juan Bendana, and guest host Nikita Patrick dive into the topic of avoiding the summer slump. As the school year ends, many teens are excited about summer break but also want to make the most of their time and stay productive. Ruthie shares insights from a survey she and Nikita conducted with their classmates...
Dec 28, 2023•31 min•Season 3Ep. 23
As the holiday season approaches, so does a unique blend of excitement and stress, especially for teens. In our latest episode of the BeingMe podcast, we delve into the heart of these challenges. Join hosts Ruthie Tessler, Juan Bendana, and special guest Christoph Cunningham as they explore the complexities of teen life during this bustling time of year. What's Inside This Episode: 👉🏼 Tackling end-of-semester school stress 👉🏼 Crafting and sticking to realistic New Year's resolutions 👉🏼 Str...
Dec 07, 2023•38 min•Season 3Ep. 1
About This Episode In this episode of TeenMind Matters with Ruthie Tessler and Juan Bendaña on the BeingMe podcast, we explore how to balance extracurricular activities as a teenager. Join us as we chat about the challenges of juggling multiple commitments. From sports to clubs to volunteering, we'll share practical advice on setting priorities, managing time, and maintaining mental well-being in the midst of it all. But that's not all! In the spirit of Halloween, our hosts, Ruthie and Juan, get...
Oct 27, 2023•28 min•Season 3Ep. 28
About This Episode Welcome to "BeingMe," the podcast that honors the voices and experiences of teenagers. In this installment, your hosts, Ruthie Tessler and Juan Bendana, are joined by Zach Gottlieb. Zach Gottlieb is the 17-year-old founder of Talk With Zach , a Gen Z movement and community that harnesses the power of young people worldwide to engage in important conversations that change the culture and openly address everything related to our generation’s wellbeing. In Segment 1, the trio eng...
Sep 25, 2023•27 min•Season 3Ep. 27
About This Episode Welcome to another episode of BeingMe: A Teen Mental Health Podcast . In this engaging conversation, we sit down with Sara Hann and Ellie Foster, the co-directors of education at the Kevin Love Fund , to delve into the critical intersection of teen mental health and sports. Join us as we explore the fund’s inspiring initiatives, the Summer Fellowship program , and valuable insights for the upcoming back-to-school season. Kevin Love’s courageous sharing of his mental health str...
Sep 07, 2023•33 min•Season 3Ep. 26
About This Episode Welcome to BeingMe , the podcast that honors the voices and experiences of teenagers. In this episode, our hosts, Ruthie Tessler and BeMe Youth Ambassador Juan Bendana, dive into current events, answer BeMe Teen Advisory Board questions, and provide tips for easing into a new school year. Don't miss this fun discussion filled with practical advice for teens navigating the summer break. Join Ruthie and Juan as they remind you to keep being yourself, and stay tuned for more empo...
Aug 02, 2023•31 min•Season 3Ep. 25
About This Episode Welcome to a special Pride-themed episode of BeingMe, where we dive deep into the experiences and challenges faced by Two-Spirit youth in Native American communities. In this episode, we are joined by Michelle Singer and Taylor Dean from Healthy Native Youth, an organization dedicated to promoting the health and well-being of Native American teens. In part one of our conversation (Episode 21) with Healthy Native Youth, we explored the resources available for Native American te...
Jun 16, 2023•9 min•Season 3Ep. 23
About This Episode We are honored to speak with Mira Zimet, the visionary behind The Storyboard Project. This empowering web series aims to educate and empower youth as they transition out of the foster care system and navigate the challenges of adulthood. In this episode, we delve into the power of mentorship for foster youth and how it helps them overcome adversity and reach their full potential. Myra shares successful examples of mentorship programs tailored to this population and inspiring s...
Jun 07, 2023•24 min•Season 3Ep. 22
About This Episode In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Michelle Singer and Taylor Dean from Healthy Native Youth , an organization dedicated to promoting the health and well-being of Native youth through culturally responsive education and resources. Join us as we delve into the challenges faced by Native teenagers, the unique initiatives offered by Healthy Native Youth, and how the mental health community can better support Native youth. Michelle and Taylor bring their expert...
May 23, 2023•35 min•Season 3Ep. 21
About This Episode Join our hosts Dr. Neha Chaudhary and her co-host Hazuri Dhillon in this episode as they interview Jennifer Epstein, Director of Education and Outreach at Song For Charlie . Song for Charlie is a national family-run nonprofit charity dedicated to raising awareness about ‘fentapills’ — fake pills made of fentanyl and other synthetic drugs. As part of their outreach, they work with experts, educators, parents, and other partners, like BeMe, to reach the most vulnerable group: yo...
May 02, 2023•30 min•Season 3Ep. 20
About This Episode In this episode, join host Dr. Neha Chaudhary as she interviews Case Kenny , an Instagram creator, and author known for his unique perspective on personal growth, mindfulness, and embracing your true self. Case shares his personal story, delves into the challenges of social media and mental health, offers advice, and explores the connection between music and emotions, including his collaboration with Andy Grammer . Tune in to gain insights, inspiration, and actionable tips fro...
Apr 16, 2023•39 min•Season 3Ep. 19
About This Episode In this podcast episode, Dr. Neha Chaudhary and her co-host Hazuri Dhillon interview Dr. Taiwo Alonge, a second-year psychiatry resident at Yale, on issues related to equity in mental health care for male, non-binary, and gender non-conforming teenagers, with a particular focus on BIPOC and rural communities. Dr. Alonge discusses his medical career journey and research interests, the challenges and unique barriers that boys face when seeking support for their mental health, th...
Mar 31, 2023•32 min•Season 3Ep. 18
About This Episode Episode 17 of the BeingMe: A Teen Mental Health Podcast centers around the significance of incorporating play into one's life and the positive influence it can have on one's well-being. Our guest in this episode, Emma Worrollo, founder of 'The Playful Den,' proposes including play in one's to-do list, provides strategies for maintaining a childlike sense of wonder, and delves into the science behind the effectiveness of listening to music while doing mundane tasks. She emphasi...
Mar 13, 2023•34 min•Season 3Ep. 17
About This Episode In part two of our interview with Juan Bendaña , we discuss his decision to partner with BeMe as our Youth Ambassador, sharing his advice with teens in the BeMe app and answering questions submitted by our BeMe Teen Advisory Board. Juan also talks about the role his Latino heritage played in his teen years, his experience growing up as a first-generation child of immigrant parents, and the mind shift he experienced when he learned to embrace his Nicaraguan identity. Our Guest ...
Dec 13, 2022•29 min•Season 2Ep. 16
About This Episode Juan Bendaña wants to help teens gain the confidence they need to crush it in life. Drawing from his own experiences as an awkward teenager, Juan combines storytelling, humor, and LIVE DJ-ing in his talks to highlight a message that has a lasting impact. Our Guest Juan Bendaña is a sought-after youth speaker, author, and DJ who speaks to 50,000+ students, educators, and parents across Canada & the United States every year. He is the author of 12 Keys: How To Live Fully, Ac...
Nov 07, 2022•27 min•Season 2Ep. 15
About This Episode Charlotte Wasserman is a changemaker. After facing the typical middle school challenges, she started a blog to help other girls learn how to build confidence, tap into their own power, and stop feeling the need to be perfect. In this episode of BeingMe , Charlotte shares how her blog grew into a movement focused on empowering girls through her nonprofit, "It's A Girl's Life ," her Girls With Grit conference, and her "Girl's Life" podcast . About Our Guest Charlotte Wasserman i...
Aug 02, 2022•35 min•Season 2Ep. 14
About This Episode Kelly Davis works to empower youth at Mental Health America to advocate for equality in mental health services and to reduce the stigma that still exists in many communities. Drawing from her own personal experiences navigating the mental healthcare system, Kelly guides us through how to be an ally during a crisis, how we can maintain hope when there’s so much chaos in the world, and how improving mental health outcomes isn’t just about access to services or improving services...
Jul 13, 2022•30 min•Season 2Ep. 13
About This Episode Dr. Amy Green, Head of Research at Hopelab, joins Dr. Neha Chaudhary and co-host Hazuri Dhillon on the BeingMe podcast for a conversation centered on LGBTQ+ mental health, the challenges facing BIPOC youth, and how to celebrate Pride Month when being visible isn't safe. Dr. Green, formerly head of research at The Trevor Project, also shares imi , a free, research-backed, mental health web app developed by Hopelab in partnership with CenterLink, It Gets Better Project and LGBTQ...
Jun 28, 2022•38 min•Season 2Ep. 12
About This Episode On this episode of the BeingMe podcast, Dr. Neha Chaudhary and her co-host, Hazuri Dhillon, are joined by Dr. Mena Mirhom, MD, FAPA, a Columbia-trained, board-certified psychiatrist. He is an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Columbia University, where he currently teaches public psychiatry fellows. Dr. Mirhom is a national speaker on mental health and wellness and a consultant for the Mental Health & Wellness Initiative of the NBPA (National Basketball Player Associati...
Jun 18, 2022•35 min•Season 2Ep. 11
About This Episode On this episode of the BeingMe podcast, Dr. Neha Chaudhary and her co-host Hazuri Dhillon speak with the 17-year old founder and CEO of Thred Media , a social enterprise focused on Gen Z. They are also joined by Sofia Phillips, the Senior Writer and Style editor at Thred for a conversation about Gen Z and social change, and how to inspire young people to make change on the local level that collectively creates global change. Jenk also talks about being a recipient of The Diana...
May 30, 2022•30 min•Season 2Ep. 10
About This Episode On this episode of the BeMe podcast, Dr. Neha Chaudhary and her co-host Hazuri Dhillon speak with Stanford behavior scientist and New York Times bestselling author, BJ Fogg, Ph.D. During his chat, Dr. Fogg explains how to get started with his Tiny Habits method and why tiny is mighty! He also shares why you should kickstart your day with The Maui Method , shares a Screentime Genie created at his Stanford Lab to help you reduce your social media screentime, and leaves some insp...
May 03, 2022•29 min•Season 2Ep. 9
