In this final episode of Rise Up, Jodi McCullough sits down with two men using their platforms to address mental health and well-being in different ways. Geoff Carty, the founder of Conkuer Clothing, and Matthieu Dupuis, the founder of Yin Yoga with Matt, discuss their journeys and the importance of creating spaces where men can talk openly about mental health.

Both Geoff and Matt have channelled their personal experiences into initiatives aimed at breaking the stigma surrounding mental health, particularly for men. In this candid conversation, they share their stories, the challenges they've faced, and how their work is creating new avenues for men to embrace these crucial conversations and seek help.

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Music by Mykola Sosin and vocals by Jordan Leigh McCullough

This week, Jodi's speaking with Shelina Syed, an early childhood educator, to explore the connection between eating disorders and addiction. Shelina shares her deeply personal experience of struggling with an eating disorder during her high school years, revealing how these challenges take root in adolescence, shaping self-image and mental health. Together, they unpack the stigma surrounding disordered eating, the addictive mindset behind it, and the importance of early intervention. Tune in for an eye-opening conversation that sheds light on the complexities of mental health and recovery.

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Music by Mykola Sosin and vocals by Jordan Leigh McCullough

In this episode of Rise Up, Jordan Leigh Foundation members Jodi McCullough and Trisha Richardson sit down with Jake DeMarsh, a musician and survivor of addiction to explore the transformative power of self-awareness and music. Jake opens up about his struggles with addiction, starting at a young age in the Greater Toronto Area where he found himself surrounded by the wrong crowd. He shares the raw, difficult realities of living with addiction for most of his life. But today, Jake has been sober for years and music has been a constant companion.

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Music by Mykola Sosin and vocals by Jordan Leigh McCullough

This week on Rise Up, Jodi and Jillian sit down with David Gourlay, CEO of the Shepherds of Good Hope Foundation, to discuss their partnership and the importance of compassion and seeing the humanity behind homelessness. Together, they explore the power of human empathy, the deep-rooted impacts of trauma, and the role of permanent housing in breaking the cycle of chronic homelessness. With personal connections to Shepherds of Good Hope, this conversation isn't just about policy: it's about people, dignity, and the community's responsibility to rise up for those in need.

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Music by Mykola Sosin and vocals by Jordan Leigh McCullough

In this episode, Jordan Leigh Foundation members Jodi McCullough and Daisy Renaud open up about their personal journeys with mental health and how they cope. With raw honesty, they reflect on the ways they navigate each day, focusing on what they can control and finding strength in the face of the uncontrollable. They share insights into the healing power of human connection, discuss the stigmas surrounding mental health and addiction, and highlight the Foundation's mission to break down these barriers and foster hope and understanding.

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Music by Mykola Sosin and vocals by Jordan Leigh McCullough

In this debut episode of Rise Up, Jodi McCullough and Jillian Prosser sit down to share the powerful story behind the creation of The Jordan Leigh Foundation. They reflect on their memories of Jordan, both as a twin and a friend, and discuss the deep impact of losing someone to their struggles. Through this conversation, Jodi and Jillian open up about their journey with grief, loss, and their mission to break the stigma surrounding mental health, addiction and homelessness. Together, they emphasize the importance of seeing the person beyond the substance use and the foundation's commitment to offering time, support and human connection to those who are struggling.

Sound editing by Lauren Roulston and Benjamin Hachey at CHUO 89.1 FM
Music by Mykola Sosin and vocals by Jordan Leigh McCullough