In this episode, the guys turn the mic on themselves and discuss the future of the podcast on the podcast.
🎧 Why did we start this podcast?
💬 How can men learn to open up and go deeper?
⚙️ What’s next for Better MENtal Health?
And… some honest check-ins about anxiety, ADHD, overwhelm, grief, and the inner critic.

👇 Timestamps & Chapters

00:00 – Why men struggle to talk deeply
00:46 – Intro: The podcast about the podcast
02:00 – What are we trying to do with this?
03:10 – Finding focus vs chasing ideas
05:00 – The pressure to say something meaningful
05:45 – The goal: being examples of vulnerability
07:00 – How to help men open up
08:45 – The “Double-Click” analogy
09:30 – Feeling into the body (somatic awareness)
11:00 – Can we actually do that on a podcast?
12:20 – Learning to reflect feelings instead of asking questions
14:00 – The “I don’t know” defense and how to go deeper
15:00 – Listener feedback: patriarchy, masculinity & nuance
16:30 – The Christian Science episode and deconstruction
18:30 – Living differently as men
19:30 – Real check-ins: how are we actually doing?
20:00 – Overwhelm, distraction, and avoidance
24:00 – ADHD, shame, and medication talk
27:30 – Feeling like society isn’t built for our brains
29:00 – Why the system rewards the grind
32:00 – Jamie’s anxiety and imposter feelings in grad school
35:00 – Searching for balance as dads, partners, and students
39:00 – Blake’s family loss and grief
42:00 – The gym, body connection, and emotional health
43:30 – The inner critic and negative self-talk
46:00 – A compliment worth remembering
47:00 – Gratitude, mindset, and reframing positivity
49:00 – Final thoughts and listener invitation

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In this episode, Jamie, Blair, and Blake sit down with their good friend Matt, who just became a dad. We dive into the real highs and lows of new fatherhood — from sleepless nights and baby-led weaning to mental health struggles, identity shifts, and the surprising ways relationships change after bringing a baby home.

This conversation is raw, honest, and full of stories that every dad (and partner) can relate to. If you’ve ever wondered what the first six months of parenthood really look like, this one’s for you.

⏱ Chapters
00:00 – Intro: Why we’re talking fatherhood

00:50 – Matt’s sleep training success

02:00 – Starting solids & scary first foods

05:00 – Baby looking like dad? Reflections on identity

06:30 – Biggest unexpected changes in daily life

08:00 – Balancing freedom, hobbies & parenting

11:20 – Good enough parenting & self-reflection

13:30 – Coming home from the hospital: reality check

16:00 – Building love & attachment over time

18:00 – Baby milestones & finally having fun

20:00 – Jamie’s emotional first moments as a dad

22:00 – Postpartum depression & men’s mental health

25:00 – Therapy, life coaching, and support systems

28:00 – Parenting schedules: the freedom paradox

30:00 – Emotional ups & downs as a new dad

33:00 – Anger, frustration, and healthy outlets

36:00 – Tolerance for chaos & crying

39:00 – Partner communication & tactical teamwork

41:00 – Shifts with friends & family dynamics

43:00 – Parenting with grandparents’ help

46:00 – Looking forward: what dads get excited about

48:00 – Closing reflections

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In this episode of Better Mental Health, we feature an in-depth and raw discussion with Nate Landingham, a musician and producer based in Austin, Texas, known as Nathaniel Earl on Spotify. Nate joins hosts Blake, Jamie, and Blair to talk about his experiences growing up in Christian Science, his struggles with addiction and suicidal ideation, and how these challenges have shaped his mental health journey. We delve into intense topics like family dynamics and the psychological impacts of a religious upbringing, alongside the complexities of navigating sobriety and self-acceptance. 00:00 Trigger Warning and Introduction00:19 Meet the Hosts and Guest Introduction01:03 Nate's Upbringing in Christian Science04:21 Running Away and Homelessness07:07 Struggles with Addiction and Mental Health12:41 Therapy and the Road to Sobriety20:22 Finding Spirituality and Sobriety24:05 Reflecting on Rock Bottom and Ego Death26:25 Reflecting on My Father's Legacy30:06 Navigating Family Dynamics After Loss32:30 Music as a Tool for Emotional Healing37:02 Balancing Light and Dark: Embracing Emotions37:35 Overcoming Addiction and Finding Balance40:50 Pre-Performance Anxiety and Coping Mechanisms46:42 Final Thoughts and Advice