Introduction - Meet Mindi | Ep. 0
Mindi on the Mic: From Stigma to Connection
Release Date: 04/02/2025
How Recovery Tools Can Heal Both Mental Health and Racial Bias | Meet Ted | Ep. 34
Mindi on the Mic: From Stigma to Connection
Mindi sits down with author and global health veteran Ted Neill for a candid conversation on writing, recovery, and doing hard things with heart. Ted shares how a major depressive episode and hospitalization led him to the 12-step world—and how “emotional sobriety” became the backbone of his life and books. They unpack his provocative series My Name Is Ted and I’m a Racist, applying recovery tools to bias and public discourse, and the real-life investigative journey behind 20 Years of Unraveling, which ultimately drew in the Washington Post and the FBI. They also explore practical...
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Let's Talk About Mindi's New Book | Ep. 33
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Two mics, one big conversation. Joy flips the script and interviews Mindi about her new book, Men, Mental Health, and Emotions: From Stigma to Connection. They dig into why Mindi wrote it, what 30 men taught her about feeling and expressing emotion, and how to tell the difference between suppression and repression. You’ll hear practical starting points for guys who feel overwhelmed, a balanced take on “strength” versus shutting down, and simple ways partners and friends can support without pushing too hard. From faith and identity to sleep, food, and finding the right words, this is a...
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Let's Talk About Men's Mental Health - With Jeff | Ep. 32
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What if the depression you’ve been fighting for years wasn’t the whole story? In this episode of Mindi on the Mic, Jeff opens up about his raw and unfiltered mental health journey. What started as years of battling depression, self-doubt, and exhaustion took an unexpected turn when he was finally diagnosed with ADHD as an adult. Jeff shares what it felt like to live in survival mode for so long — the frustration of not being able to focus, the shame of thinking he was “lazy,” and the weight of carrying an identity built on struggle. Then, he describes the life-changing moment he...
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Our Stories of Sexual Abuse and Pornagraphy - Meet Joy & Mindi | Ep. 31
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This episode of Mindi the Mic: From Stigma to Connection features a vulnerable conversation between Mindi and Joy as they open up about their personal experiences with sexual abuse, trauma, and healing. Together, they share how these painful realities shaped their mental health, relationships, and faith journeys. Listener discretion is advised: this episode discusses sensitive topics including sexual abuse, trauma, and pornography. If at any point it feels overwhelming, please take care of yourself and pause or skip the episode. Through honesty, empathy, and hope, Mindi and Joy remind...
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She Went from Witchcraft to Wanting to Be a Therapist - Meet Joy | Ep. 30
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In this powerful episode of Mindi on the Mic, Joy shares her raw and unfiltered story — from growing up in a Christian family yet feeling like an outsider, to falling into witchcraft, addiction, and toxic friendships, and ultimately finding healing and purpose through faith and community. We talk about what it’s like to battle mental health struggles for over a decade, the dangers of placing your identity in other people, and the hard truths about addiction recovery. Joy opens up about the car accident that became a turning point in her life, how she burned her tarot cards, and why she’s...
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Dating Series: Meeting Someone New — Therapist Explains the Spiral | Ep. 28
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Is it chemistry… or just your dopamine playing tricks on you? In this solo episode, licensed mental health counselor Mindi Wikstrom kicks off her Dating Series by diving deep into the emotional rollercoaster of meeting someone new. From that initial spark to the pressure of finding “the one,” Mindi breaks down what’s actually happening in your brain when attraction strikes — and why it doesn’t always mean soulmate status. She shares personal stories, therapeutic insights, and hard-won lessons on how to approach dating with curiosity, clarity, and calm. Topics include: • The myth...
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It Started with a DM—Now They're Married - Meet Caelan & Teagan | Ep. 28
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On this episode of Mindi on the Mic, I sit down with the sweetest couple—Teagan and Caelan—for a heartwarming and honest conversation about dating, marriage, conflict, and everything in between. From a chance meeting during a COVID-era pool party to navigating long distance and training their energetic puppy, they share how their relationship grew from flirty Instagram DMs to a Christ-centered marriage. We talk about what makes communication actually work in marriage, what conflict looks like behind the highlight reels, and how they stay grounded in their faith and love for each other...
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Let's Talk About Fitness - With Nolan & Conor | Ep. 27
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In this episode of Mindi on the Mic, I’m joined by Nolan and Conor for a fun and honest conversation all about fitness—what keeps us motivated, what holds people back, and how mental health plays into your workout routine. Whether you're a seasoned gym-goer or just trying to start somewhere, this episode is packed with insight, humor, and real talk.
If you’re looking for personalized training advice or have fitness questions, feel free to reach out to Conor at info_outline
Mindi on the Mic: From Stigma to Connection In this deeply moving episode of Mindi on the Mic, I sit down with Kayla, a domestic violence survivor who bravely opens up about the emotional, physical, and psychological toll of her past relationship. From the early signs of control and manipulation to the trauma of abuse and the journey through PTSD, BPD, and Stockholm Syndrome, Kayla shares it all with raw honesty and strength. We talk about: How abuse can start without you even realizing it The mental hea Mindi on the Mic: From Stigma to Connection What happens when your entire world shifts in a split second? In this raw and inspiring episode, Mindi sits down with Emily Lynch, a car accident survivor, social worker, and a walking miracle. At just 8 years old, Emily suffered a traumatic brain injury in a devastating rural car crash. Now, decades later, she opens up about the long road to recovery, what people still get wrong about TBIs, and how invisible wounds shaped her identity.Together, Mindi and Emily explore the loneliness of recovery, the pow
Welcome to the very first episode of Mindi on the Mic: From Stigma to Connection! Get to know your host, Mindi, as she shares her journey of becoming a therapist and what inspired her to start this podcast. In this episode, you'll hear about Mindi’s personal experiences, her passion for mental health, and how she plans to tackle topics like trauma, relationships, and breaking the stigma around mental health. Tune in for a candid and heartfelt introduction to the voice behind the mic and what you can expect from upcoming episodes!