The Mental Game by Brandon Saho
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A mental health podcast by Brandon Saho, interviewing athletes, musicians and celebrities to help break the stigma. New episode every Tuesday.
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Nov 21, 2023
KYLE Talks Music Career, Depression, Getting Bullied, Therapy and Mental Health
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.
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Nov 14, 2023
Anthony Muñoz Talks Bengals Career, Super Bowls, Brother’s Death and Mental Health
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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Nov 7, 2023
Jack Wright Talks TikTok, Acting, Suicidal Thoughts, OCD and Mental Health
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.
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Oct 31, 2023
Kevin Gates Talks Rap, Suicidal Thoughts, Depression, Mental Health and New Album
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.
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Oct 24, 2023
Terry Crews Talks Acting, Suicidal Thoughts, Porn Addiction and Mental Health
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.
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Oct 17, 2023
Keltie Knight Talks E! News, TV Career, Suicidal Thoughts, Therapy and LadyGang
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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Oct 10, 2023
Robin Williams’ Son Zak Talks Father’s Suicide, Depression, Sobriety and PYM
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.
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Oct 3, 2023
Chad Johnson Talks NFL, Bengals Career, Sobriety, Trash Talk and Mental Health
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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Sep 26, 2023
Carson Pickett Talks Soccer, USWNT, Limb Difference, Anxiety and Mental Health
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.
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Sep 19, 2023
Niko Moon Talks Music, Zac Brown Band, Depression, Substance Abuse and Therapy
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.
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Sep 12, 2023
Drue Chrisman Talks NFL Career, Bengals, DoorDash Stories, Faith and Mental Health
NFL punter Drue Chrisman joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Drue opens up about his football career, playing at Ohio State, living his dream as the Bengals punter, the reality of getting released from the team, why he started working for DoorDash and how he takes care of his mental health.
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Sep 4, 2023
My Mom and I Talk About My Suicidal Thoughts and Mental Health
I wouldn't be here without my mom. This is our emotional conversation about my suicidal thoughts and mental health. Parents ask me all the time for advice, so I wanted to talk to my mom about our story, what she saw with my mental health and what we could've done different to help me sooner. Love you Debbie!
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Aug 29, 2023
Erica Lugo Talks The Biggest Loser, Suicidal Thoughts, Thyroid Cancer and Therapy
Fitness trainer Erica Lugo joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Erica opens up about losing 160 lbs, becoming a trainer on The Biggest Loser, being diagnosed with thyroid cancer, battling suicidal thoughts and how she has learned to take care of her mental health.
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Aug 22, 2023
Clockwork DJ Talks Music, Mac Miller’s Death, DJ Career and Mental Health
Musician Clockwork DJ joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Clockwork opens up about making music, becoming Mac Miller's DJ, tragically losing his best friend, how his DJ career has changed and taking care of his mental health.
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Aug 15, 2023
Kay Adams Talks TV Career, NFL Reporting, Therapy, Mental Health and Up And Adams
NFL reporter Kay Adams joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Kay opens up about her sports journalism career, reporting on the NFL, her new show Up And Adams, going to therapy for the first time and how athletes are breaking the stigma around mental health.
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Aug 8, 2023
David Morris Talks Music Career, Viral TikTok Songs, Therapy and Mental Health
Country singer and rapper David Morris joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. David opens up about his music career, finding success in country music, songs going viral on TikTok, his first headlining tour, how he takes care of his mental health and what's next with his new music.
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Aug 5, 2023
Six Months Sober And How It’s Helped My Mental Health
I had a drink almost every day for the last 10 years, so making it to 6 months seems crazy to me. But I did it!! This is my story of how sobriety has changed my life and helped my mental health. You don't have to keep living depressed and drunk. You got this!! Love y'all!
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Aug 1, 2023
Wes Miller Talks Coaching Career, Cincinnati, North Carolina and Mental Health
Cincinnati head coach Wes Miller joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Coach Miller opens up about his basketball career, playing at North Carolina, coaching at Cincinnati, the Jordan Brand Bearcats and his own mental health struggles.
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Jul 25, 2023
Tana Matz Talks Music Career, Two Divorces, Miscarriage and Mental Health
Country singer/songwriter Tana Matz joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Tana opens up about living her dream in country music, writing songs, her past relationships, the heartbreak of a miscarriage and taking care of her mental health.
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Jul 18, 2023
Ian Rapoport Talks NFL Reporting, Breaking News, Anxiety and Therapy
NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Ian opens up about his sports journalism career, what it's like to be an NFL insider, his suspension from NFL Network, battling anxiety and going to therapy.
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Jul 11, 2023
Nate Burleson Talks NFL Career, Depression, Men’s Mental Health and CBS Mornings
Former NFL star and CBS Mornings co-host Nate Burleson joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Nate opens up about his football career, battling depression, his mission to break the stigma around mental health and his dream job co-hosting CBS Mornings.
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Jul 4, 2023
Dana Beers Talks Barstool Sports, Anxiety, Panic Attacks and Cincinnati Fandom
Barstool Sports' Dana Beers joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Dana opens up about getting his dream job at Barstool, battling anxiety and panic attacks, his love for Boston sports and picking Cincinnati as his college team for life.
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Jun 27, 2023
Channing Frye Talks NBA Career, Depression, Alcoholism, Losing Parents and Therapy
NBA champion Channing Frye joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Channing opens up about his NBA career, winning a championship, battling depression, his father's alcoholism, losing both parents and how therapy helps him.
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Jun 20, 2023
Danielle Bradbery Talks Music Career, The Voice, Anxiety and Mental Health
Country singer Danielle Bradbery joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Danielle opens up about her music career, winning The Voice at 16 years old, her battle with anxiety, her relationships and how she takes care of her mental health.
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Jun 13, 2023
Asher Grodman Talks Acting Career, Ghosts, Depression, Therapy and Jaguars Fandom
Actor Asher Grodman joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Asher opens up about his acting career, landing the role of Trevor on the CBS comedy Ghosts, his personal battle with depression and his Jaguars fandom.
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Jun 6, 2023
Zac Taylor Talks Bengals, Joe Burrow, Coaching Career, Family and Mental Health
Bengals head coach Zac Taylor joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Coach Taylor opens up about his football journey, coaching career, the Bengals, Joe Burrow, his family and mental health.
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May 30, 2023
Chris Hansen Talks To Catch A Predator, New Investigations, TV Career and Therapy
Journalist Chris Hansen joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Chris opens up about his TV career, To Catch A Predator, his new investigations and he takes us inside the minds of the child predators he's interviewed.
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May 23, 2023
Shaquille Leonard Talks NFL, Brother’s Death, Suicidal Thoughts and Depression
Colts star linebacker Shaquille Leonard joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Shaquille opens up about his football career, the heartbreak of his brother's death, battling depression and suicidal thoughts and his mission to break the stigma around mental health.
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May 16, 2023
Bryce Vine Talks Music Career, Drew Barrymore, Depression and Mental Health
Multi-platinum singer Bryce Vine joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Bryce opens up about his music career, his big hit Drew Barrymore, battling depression at a young age and his mental health routines.
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May 12, 2023
100 Days Sober And How It Changed My Mental Health
I can’t believe I did it. 100 days sober!!! Drinking has always been a struggle for me especially with my mental health. Didn’t think I could ever quit. But I am so happy I did. Promise it’s worth it if you’ve struggled like me. Give it a try! Love y’all for the support!
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May 9, 2023
Ryan Shazier Talks NFL Career, Spinal Injury, Mental Health and Damar Hamlin
Former Steelers star Ryan Shazier joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Shazier opens up about his career-ending spinal injury, his favorite football memories, taking care of his mental health and Damar Hamlin's injury.
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May 2, 2023
Joe Burrow’s Parents Talk His Football Journey, Heisman Speech and Mental Health
Joe Burrow's parents join The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Jimmy and Robin Burrow open up about Joe's football career, his Heisman speech, their journey as a family and why mental health is a big part of the Joe Burrow Foundation.
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Apr 27, 2023
I Cried A Lot For The First Time In A Long Time
Sometimes it's good to just let all of your emotions out. The main reason for my tears? I lost my dog Buster this week. If you take anything away from this random episode, please let it be that it's ok to cry. Sometimes we need to. I can't wait to share this new season with all of you starting Tuesday. Love y'all.
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Apr 17, 2023
Never Give Up On Yourself!
Please never give up. Don't give up on yourself, your life, your dreams, your family, your friends... please don't ever give up. I promise if you're struggling like I was? That feeling is only temporary... You can be happy again! See you soon for season two of The Mental Game!!
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Mar 20, 2023
One Year Since I Was Suicidal And Checked Myself In
A year ago was the hardest day of my life. I checked myself into a mental health hospital because I didn’t want to live anymore. Thank God I got the help I needed. I can’t believe that’s where I was mentally. Please don’t be scared to ask for help. Posting this for anyone that needs a sign. You got this!
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Mar 8, 2023
The Truth About Suicide And Getting Help
I didn’t want to be here a year ago. I was suicidal. But I want to explain how that feels and why you shouldn't be scared to ask for help. Please go get help if you’re struggling. You’re not alone.
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Mar 1, 2023
You Know That Single, Depressed, Alone Feeling?
Being single sucks. Especially when you've been single for the majority of your adult life. But loving yourself is a powerful thing. Maybe some of you understand how I feel? Maybe not. If you do... You're not alone. Go love yourself the best you can.
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Feb 23, 2023
Why I Quit Drinking To Help My Mental Health
I quit drinking. Don’t know if it’s a forever thing, but I know it’s the right thing right now. Alcohol has played a big part in my depression with me drinking almost every day for 10 years. Sharing this to motivate anyone who wants to make a change too.
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Feb 14, 2023
Marty Brennaman Talks Broadcasting, Reds Career, and Men’s Mental Health
Hall of Fame broadcaster Marty Brennaman joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Marty opens up about his broadcasting career, the Reds franchise, and why he's become more comfortable being emotional as a man.
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Feb 7, 2023
Tara Schuster Talks Childhood Trauma, Therapy, Writing Books, and Comedy Central
Author Tara Schuster joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Tara opens up about her childhood trauma, therapy experiences, why she started writing books, and fun stories from Comedy Central.
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Jan 31, 2023
Shea Patterson Talks Football Career, Dwayne Haskins Friendship, and NFL Dreams
Shea Patterson joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Shea opens up about his football career, playing QB at Ole Miss and Michigan, his friendship with Dwayne Haskins, and why he's still chasing his NFL dreams.
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Jan 24, 2023
Jay Harris Talks Anchoring SportsCenter, ESPN Career, and Mental Health
ESPN anchor Jay Harris joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Jay opens up about his sports broadcasting career, working on SportsCenter, and why he told ESPN no when they first offered him the job.
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Jan 17, 2023
Jake Fraley Opens Up About Depression, Almost Quitting Baseball, and MLB Career
Reds outfielder Jake Fraley joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Jake opens up about his own mental health, why he almost quit baseball this year, and the ups and downs of his MLB career.
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Jan 10, 2023
Eli Young Band’s Jon Jones Talks Country Music, Mental Health, and Tour Stories
Eli Young Band bassist Jon Jones joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Jon opens up about how the band formed, making country music, his own mental health, and touring stories from their 21 year career together.
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Dec 27, 2022
Cal Scruby Talks Music Career, Battling Anxiety, and Going Independent
Rapper Cal Scruby joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Cal opens up about his music career, battling anxiety, and why he walked away from a record deal.
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Dec 20, 2022
Kaylee Hartung Talks NFL Reporting, Her Father’s Death, and Mental Health
NFL sideline reporter Kaylee Hartung joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Kaylee opens up about her journalism career, losing her father at a young age, and taking care of her own mental health.
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Dec 13, 2022
Joe Thomas Talks Browns Career, Depression, and Losing Seasons
Browns legend Joe Thomas joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Thomas opens up about his NFL career, dealing with a decade of losing, and battling depression off the field.
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Dec 6, 2022
Sean Miller Talks Xavier Homecoming, Losing Arizona Job, and Coaching Stories
Xavier basketball coach Sean Miller joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Coach Miller opens up about his return to coach at Xavier, losing the Arizona job, and coaching stories.
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Nov 29, 2022
Deepti Vempati Opens Up About Love Is Blind, Relationship Struggles, and Self-Love
Love Is Blind star Deepti Vempati joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Deepti opens up about Love Is Blind, her dating life, mental health, and why she chose herself.
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Nov 22, 2022
Marc E. Bassy Opens Up About Music, Brain Surgery, Heartbreak, and Therapy
Musician Marc E. Bassy joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Marc opens up about making music, brain surgery as a teen, relationship heartbreaks, and why he started going to therapy.
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Nov 15, 2022
Kate Flannery Talks The Office, Career Struggles, and Therapy
The Office star Kate Flannery joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Kate opens up about The Office, playing Meredith, her struggles in the business, and why she started going to therapy.
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Nov 8, 2022
Ricky Williams Opens Up About Social Anxiety, Smoking Marijuana, and NFL Career
Legendary NFL running back Ricky Williams joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Williams breaks down his battle with social anxiety disorder, why he smokes marijuana, and his NFL career.
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Nov 1, 2022
Sam Hubbard Talks Bengals Super Bowl Run, Losing Seasons, and Mental Health
Bengals defensive end Sam Hubbard joins The Mental Game podcast to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Hubbard breaks down the Bengal Super Bowl run, his own mental health, playing through losing seasons, and giving back to Cincinnati.
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Oct 25, 2022
Brandon Saho: My Mental Health Story
This is my mental health story. I quit my job as a sports reporter to start The Mental Game podcast because I don't want anyone to struggle like I did with depression and suicide. I can't wait to share these conversations with you, but first here's my story.
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Oct 19, 2022
The Mental Game: Debuting November 1st
The Mental Game, a mental health podcast by Brandon Saho interviewing athletes, musicians, and entertainers to help break the stigma, debuts November 1st.
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MentalGamePods
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentalgamepods/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHHQe1q84g2sUPEFWy1beGw
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