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The Podcast Archive

Every conversation we've recorded, preserved and organized by topic. The podcast is evolving into the resource hub around it — these episodes are the raw material, and they're not going anywhere.

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Jackson Erdos - Climbing the Mountain Takes Years: American Ninja Warrior on Depression, Identity...
41:08
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Jackson Erdos - Climbing the Mountain Takes Years: American Ninja Warrior on Depression, Identity...

In this powerful episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, we sit down with American Ninja Warrior champion Jackson Erdos for one of the most honest conversatio...

Minh Nguyen - "I was ready to crash the car”: Losing Everything, Shame, and Choosing to Stay - H...
34:56
DepressionAnxietyTraumaSpiritualityIdentity

Minh Nguyen - "I was ready to crash the car”: Losing Everything, Shame, and Choosing to Stay - H...

In this deeply honest episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, hosts Sky Bridges and Ryan Heapy sit down with Minh Nguyen, a longtime friend, father, and entre...

Zander Keig - Bridge Building in a Divided World: Men, Mental Health, and Being Pro-Human - HMIO...
24:59
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Zander Keig - Bridge Building in a Divided World: Men, Mental Health, and Being Pro-Human - HMIO...

In this thought-provoking episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, Sky Bridges and licensed marriage and family therapist Ryan Heapy sit down with Zander Keig—...

Corey Corpodian - Emotional Fitness: Building Resilience and Overcoming Depression - HMIO 323
48:10
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Corey Corpodian - Emotional Fitness: Building Resilience and Overcoming Depression - HMIO 323

In this powerful episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, hosts Sky Bridges and Ryan Heapy, LMFT sit down with Corey Corpodian—a board-certified orthodontist, ...

Esther Perry - Rewriting Survival: Men's Path to Mental Wellbeing HMIO 322
43:45
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Esther Perry - Rewriting Survival: Men's Path to Mental Wellbeing HMIO 322

In this powerful episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, hosts Sky Bridges and licensed therapist Ryan Heapy sit down with Esther Perry, EMDR consultant and a...

Dr. Eric Arzubi - When Anxiety Hits Hard: A Doctor’s Journey from Wall Street to Frontier Psychia...
42:09
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Dr. Eric Arzubi - When Anxiety Hits Hard: A Doctor’s Journey from Wall Street to Frontier Psychia...

In this episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, Ryan and I sit down with Dr. Eric Arzubi, CEO and co-founder of Frontier Psychiatry, for a conversation that g...

Dr. Ryan Dix - No One Cares Alone: The Journey of Mental Health in Healthcare - HMIO 320
43:18
TherapyTrauma

Dr. Ryan Dix - No One Cares Alone: The Journey of Mental Health in Healthcare - HMIO 320

In this powerful episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, hosts Sky Bridges and licensed therapist Ryan Heapy sit down with Dr. Ryan Dix, a clinical psychologi...

Deborah Weed - When the Mask Falls Off: Radical Acceptance, Creativity, and Finding Your Way Back...
48:21
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Deborah Weed - When the Mask Falls Off: Radical Acceptance, Creativity, and Finding Your Way Back...

What happens when the identity you’ve worn for decades disappears? When the job, the role, the mask — all of it — gets stripped away by pain, loss,...

BJ Shea: Uncovering Men's Mental Health
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BJ Shea: Uncovering Men's Mental Health

In this powerful episode of Hey Man; It’s Okay, hosts Sky Bridges and Ryan Heapy, LMFT, sit down with Seattle radio legend BJ Shea for a candid, vu...

Mark Wigginton - The Complexities of Men's Mental Health
47:37
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Mark Wigginton - The Complexities of Men's Mental Health

In this impactful episode of Hey Man; It's Ok, hosts Sky Bridges and Ryan Heapy dive deep into the critical issues surrounding men's mental health ...

Josh Cutler's Journey: From Challenges to Change
35:12
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Josh Cutler's Journey: From Challenges to Change

In this powerful episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, hosts Sky Bridges and licensed therapist Ryan Heapy sit down with Josh Cutler, an influential mental ...

From Challenges to Change: Josh Cutler's Journey
35:12
DepressionTherapyTraumaIdentity

From Challenges to Change: Josh Cutler's Journey

In this powerful episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, hosts Sky Bridges and licensed therapist Ryan Heapy sit down with Josh Cutler, an influential mental ...

Episode 315- Dad Bods & Beards: Logan Peterson's Path to Mental Health Advocacy
51:45
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Episode 315- Dad Bods & Beards: Logan Peterson's Path to Mental Health Advocacy

In this heartfelt episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, Sky and Ryan sit down with Logan Petersen, one of the creators behind Dad Bods and Beards — a commun...

Episode 315- Dad Bods & Beards: Logan Peterson's Path to Mental Health Advocacy
51:45
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Episode 315- Dad Bods & Beards: Logan Peterson's Path to Mental Health Advocacy

In this heartfelt episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, Sky and Ryan sit down with Logan Petersen, one of the creators behind Dad Bods and Beards — a commun...

Episode 314 - We all Die with Bela Biro and Jim Cunningham
47:21
Anxiety

Episode 314 - We all Die with Bela Biro and Jim Cunningham

In this powerful episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, Sky and Ryan sit down with authors Jim and Bela, whose book We All Die - Healthcare Insiders Pull no ...

Episode 314 - We all Die with Bela Biro and Jim Cunningham
47:21
Anxiety

Episode 314 - We all Die with Bela Biro and Jim Cunningham

In this powerful episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, Sky and Ryan sit down with authors Jim and Bayla, whose book We All Die takes an unflinching look at ...

Hey Man; It's Ok Episode 313 - Saul Spady on Life, Baseball, and the Hope That Keeps Us Coming Back
53:23
Mental Health

Hey Man; It's Ok Episode 313 - Saul Spady on Life, Baseball, and the Hope That Keeps Us Coming Back

Join hosts Sky Bridges and Ryan Heapy as they dive into a riveting conversation with Saul Spady, An ad agency owner and political activist. Saul sh...

Navigating Grief and Finding Equanimity: An Intimate Conversation w...
45:30
TherapyTraumaSpirituality

Navigating Grief and Finding Equanimity: An Intimate Conversation w...

In this deeply moving episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, hosts Sky Bridges and licensed psychotherapist Ryan Heapy welcome author and coach G. Scott Grah...

Hey Man; It's Ok Episode 313 - Saul Spady on Life, Baseball, and the Hope That Keeps Us Coming Back
53:24
Mental Health

Hey Man; It's Ok Episode 313 - Saul Spady on Life, Baseball, and the Hope That Keeps Us Coming Back

Join hosts Sky Bridges and Ryan Heapy as they dive into a riveting conversation with Saul Spady, An ad agency owner and political activist. Saul sh...

Hey Man; It's Ok Navigating Grief and Finding Equanimity: A Conversation with G. Scott Graham
45:31
TherapyTraumaSpirituality

Hey Man; It's Ok Navigating Grief and Finding Equanimity: A Conversation with G. Scott Graham

In this deeply moving episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, hosts Sky Bridges and licensed psychotherapist Ryan Heapy welcome author and coach G. Scott Grah...

12 Years After My Suicide Attempt: Why I’m Still Here, Ryan Shares...
44:11
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12 Years After My Suicide Attempt: Why I’m Still Here, Ryan Shares...

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, Sky and Ryan a licensed therapist open up about survival, shame, and resilience.

12 Years After My Suicide Attempt: Why I’m Still Here, Ryan Shares his story
44:11
AddictionDepressionTherapyTraumaIdentity

12 Years After My Suicide Attempt: Why I’m Still Here, Ryan Shares his story

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, Sky and Ryan a licensed therapist open up about survival, shame, and resilience.

Exploring Emotions, Spirituality, and Mental Health with Randy Lyman
46:59
DepressionTraumaSpiritualityIdentity

Exploring Emotions, Spirituality, and Mental Health with Randy Lyman

In this thought-provoking episode of 'Hey Man; It's Okay' - A men's Mental Health Podcast, hosts Sky and Ryan Heapy welcome Randy Lyman, the self-p...

There's No Reason To Be Suffering In Relationships, with Venessa M...
45:48
TherapyRelationships

There's No Reason To Be Suffering In Relationships, with Venessa M...

Welcome to a new episode of Hey Man, It's Okay, your go-to mental health podcast. Hosted by Sky and psychotherapist Ryan from Newport Beach, Califo...

Remaking the Rules: Digital Tools and Human Decisions with Emily Pabst
46:58
TherapyRelationships

Remaking the Rules: Digital Tools and Human Decisions with Emily Pabst

In this episode of Hey Man; It's Ok, hosts Sky and licensed therapist Ryan Heapy welcome guest Emily Pabst, the owner of remaketherules.com and cre...

Navigating Schizophrenia: Kody Green's Path to Empowerment
43:47
Mental Health

Navigating Schizophrenia: Kody Green's Path to Empowerment

In this episode of 'Hey Man, It's Ok,' hosts Sky and Ryan Heapy are joined by Kody Green, a motivational speaker, mental health advocate, comedian,...

Navigating Internet Fame and Mental Health with Scott Losse
50:02
Depression

Navigating Internet Fame and Mental Health with Scott Losse

In this episode of 'Hey Man; It's Ok,' hosts Sky Bridges and Ryan Heapy dive deep into the unique world of men's mental health, focusing on the exp...

Transforming Men's Relationships: Matt Cook on Intimacy, Confidence...
53:55
AddictionTherapyRelationships

Transforming Men's Relationships: Matt Cook on Intimacy, Confidence...

Welcome to another insightful episode of Hey Man; It's Ok! In this episode, Skyeand licensed therapist Ryan Heapy discuss crucial topics about men'...

Forging Resilience: David Baker on Men's Mental Health and Creativ...
49:06
Depression

Forging Resilience: David Baker on Men's Mental Health and Creativ...

Join hosts Sky and Ryan Heapy on this episode of 'Hey Man, It's Okay,' a Men's Mental Health Podcast, as they speak with David Baker, judge of 'For...

Unlocking Men's Mental Health with the Enneagram: Featuring Joel Hu...
53:02
TherapySpirituality

Unlocking Men's Mental Health with the Enneagram: Featuring Joel Hu...

In this episode of 'Hey, Man, It's Okay,' hosts Sky Bridges and Ryan Heapy delve into the transformative power of the Enneagram. They are joined by...

Inside-Out Wellness: A New Perspective on Men’s Health with Dr. H
45:01
TherapySpirituality

Inside-Out Wellness: A New Perspective on Men’s Health with Dr. H

In this episode of 'Hey Man, It's Okay,' hosts Sky Bridges and Ryan Heapy discuss men's mental health and general well-being with a licensed psycho...

Escaping High-Control Religions: A Conversation with Dr. Ryan
48:03
TraumaSpirituality

Escaping High-Control Religions: A Conversation with Dr. Ryan

In this enlightening episode of 'Hey, Man, It's Ok' hosts Sky Bridges and Ryan Heapy kick off the new season with a special guest, Dr. Ryan Lee. Sp...

SEASON FINALE
1:09:45
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SEASON FINALE

Join us for the season finale of "Hey Man; It's Ok" as we reconnect with several of our unforgettable guests from Season 2 for a heartfelt and insi...

From Hollywood to Healing: Jaycee's Journey to Becoming an LMFT
42:53
TherapyRelationships

From Hollywood to Healing: Jaycee's Journey to Becoming an LMFT

In this inspiring episode of "Hey Man; It's Ok," we sit down with Jaycee, a close friend of co-host Ryan Heapy, who is currently pursuing her LMFT ...

Your Authentic Self with Coach Bruce Alexander
50:47
TherapyRelationships

Your Authentic Self with Coach Bruce Alexander

In this thought-provoking episode of Hey Man; It's Ok, hosts Ryan and Sky engage in a dynamic discussion with Coach Bruce Alexander, host of the em...

Meditations with David Reveles
48:23
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Meditations with David Reveles

In this enlightening episode of Hey Man; It's Ok, your hosts Ryan and Sky delve deep into the transformative practice of meditation with special gu...

Your Spiritual Self with guest Global Kristen
41:14
TraumaSpiritualityIdentity

Your Spiritual Self with guest Global Kristen

In this transformative episode of Hey Man; It's Ok, we dive deep into the realm of spirituality with none other than Global Kristen 🌏, your FAVORI...

ManTherapy.org with Eric Jones
50:21
TherapyIdentity

ManTherapy.org with Eric Jones

In our latest episode of Hey Man, It's Ok, we dive deep into the innovative world of mental health with a special focus on men's well-being. Join u...

ManTherapy.org with Eric Jones
50:21
TherapyIdentity

ManTherapy.org with Eric Jones

In our latest episode of Hey Man, It's Ok, we dive deep into the innovative world of mental health with a special focus on men's well-being. Join u...

Mental Health Conversation with Johnny Flores
39:36
Mental Health

Mental Health Conversation with Johnny Flores

In this episode of Hey Man; It's Ok, we delve into the realm of mental health with a special focus on the veteran experience, featuring guest Johnn...

Stoicism with Johnny Nava and the "Don't Panic, we're all going to...
49:31
DepressionAnxietyIdentity

Stoicism with Johnny Nava and the "Don't Panic, we're all going to...

In this episode of Hey Man; It's Ok, we delve into the timeless wisdom of stoicism with our special guest, Johnny Nava, from the thought-provoking ...

Holistic Medication with Dr. H from the Sports Pharmacy Podcast
45:10
AddictionTherapy

Holistic Medication with Dr. H from the Sports Pharmacy Podcast

Embark on a thought-provoking journey with Sky and Ryan, the down-to-earth hosts of Hey Man; It's Ok, as they delve into the realm of holistic medi...

Alternative Therapies
48:08
AddictionTherapyRelationships

Alternative Therapies

Welcome to Hey Man; It's Ok, the podcast where hosts Sky and Ryan dive deep into the realms of mental health, exploring unconventional therapies an...

Oliver Anthony and Spirituality
37:27
Spirituality

Oliver Anthony and Spirituality

Join us on this episode of Hey Man; It's Ok as we delve into Oliver Anthony's powerful journey, exploring the nuances of mental health and the intr...

Why men are lonely and struggling
46:14
Mental Health

Why men are lonely and struggling

In this episode of Hey Man; It's Ok, co-hosts Ryan Heapy and Sky Bridges delve into the important and often overlooked topic of why men experience ...

Mental Health for Parents with Carter host of The Touched Out Podcast
43:31
AnxietyTherapyRelationshipsIdentity

Mental Health for Parents with Carter host of The Touched Out Podcast

In this episode of Hey Man; It's Ok, your co-hosts Sky and licensed marriage and family therapist Ryan Heapy delve into a crucial topic – the menta...

Special Release! MOVEMBER with Max Skinner
34:29
Mental Health

Special Release! MOVEMBER with Max Skinner

In this special Movember episode of "Hey Man; It's Ok," your hosts, Sky and Ryan, dive deep into the heart of a movement that's changing the face o...

Video Game Addiction with Josh Garth
39:39
AddictionTherapyRelationshipsTrauma

Video Game Addiction with Josh Garth

In this episode of "Hey Man; It's Ok," we dive deep into the world of video game addiction with our special guest, Josh Garth. Even though Sky coul...

Somatic Therapy and Anxiety with Valerie Rubin from the Anxiety an...
50:08
AnxietyTherapyRelationshipsTrauma

Somatic Therapy and Anxiety with Valerie Rubin from the Anxiety an...

In this episode of "Hey Man; It's Ok," we delve into a crucial topic that affects countless individuals—anxiety. Join your hosts, Sky Bridges and l...

Mindfulness and Meditation
50:46
AnxietyTherapyRelationshipsSpirituality

Mindfulness and Meditation

In this episode of "Hey Man; It's Ok," co-hosts Ryan Heapy, a licensed marriage and family therapist, and Sky from Seattle dive deep into the world...

Veteran Mental Health and PTSD with Guest Keith Barnes
45:15
Trauma

Veteran Mental Health and PTSD with Guest Keith Barnes

In this heartfelt episode of "Hey Man; It's Ok," your hosts Ryan and Sky sit down with a remarkable guest, Keith Barnes, to explore a deeply import...

Ryan's Introduction
41:36
DepressionTherapyTraumaIdentity

Ryan's Introduction

In this episode of Hey Man; It's Ok, hosts Ryan and Sky deeply explore Ryan's life journey, revealing his transformation from surviving his own dar...

Sky's Re-Introduction
1:02:03
DepressionTherapy

Sky's Re-Introduction

In this episode of "Hey Man; It's Ok," host Ryan and guest Sky take a deep dive into Sky's life journey, exploring his experiences with mental heal...

Jonah Hill and Sarah Brady
44:09
Mental Health

Jonah Hill and Sarah Brady

In this thought-provoking podcast episode, Ryan and Sky explore the profound impact of social media on celebrity relationships. Drawing from extens...

"The Enneagram with Special Guest Jim Zartman"
57:00
Spirituality

"The Enneagram with Special Guest Jim Zartman"

In this captivating episode of "Hey Man; It's OK," join your hosts Sky and Mike as they explore the fascinating world of the Enneagram with special...

"Relationship Advice with Special Guest Rebecca"
37:27
Mental Health

"Relationship Advice with Special Guest Rebecca"

Sky and Rebecca discuss their journeys together into bettering their own mental health as well as the tips and tricks of their relationship.

"Burnout"
44:54
Mental Health

"Burnout"

Today Mike and I record separately as we talk about BurnOut with my special guest, My younger brother Grant.

Mental Health Conversation with Johnny Flores
47:56
Mental Health

Mental Health Conversation with Johnny Flores

In this episode of Hey Man; It's Ok, we delve into the realm of mental health with a special focus on the veteran experience, featuring guest Johnn...

Stoicism with Johnny Nava from Don't Panic, We're all Going to Die
55:12
DepressionAnxietyIdentity

Stoicism with Johnny Nava from Don't Panic, We're all Going to Die

In this episode of Hey Man; It's Ok, we delve into the timeless wisdom of stoicism with our special guest, Johnny Nava, from the thought-provoking ...

Holistic Medication with Dr. H from the Sports Pharmacy Podcast
50:10
AddictionTherapy

Holistic Medication with Dr. H from the Sports Pharmacy Podcast

Embark on a thought-provoking journey with Sky and Ryan, the down-to-earth hosts of Hey Man; It's Ok, as they delve into the realm of holistic medi...

Alternative Therapies
48:08
AddictionTherapyRelationships

Alternative Therapies

Welcome to Hey Man; It's Ok, the podcast where hosts Sky and Ryan dive deep into the realms of mental health, exploring unconventional therapies an...

Oliver Anthony and Spirituality
43:37
Spirituality

Oliver Anthony and Spirituality

Join us on this episode of Hey Man; It's Ok as we delve into Oliver Anthony's powerful journey, exploring the nuances of mental health and the intr...

Why Men Are Struggling and Lonely
53:41
Mental Health

Why Men Are Struggling and Lonely

In this episode of Hey Man; It's Ok, co-hosts Ryan Heapy and Sky Bridges delve into the important and often overlooked topic of why men experience ...

Mental Health for Parents with Carter host of The Touched Out Podcast
47:47
AnxietyTherapyRelationshipsIdentity

Mental Health for Parents with Carter host of The Touched Out Podcast

In this episode of Hey Man; It's Ok, your co-hosts Sky and licensed marriage and family therapist Ryan Heapy delve into a crucial topic – the menta...

Hey Man; It's Ok Season 2 Episode 8 - MOVEMBER SPECIAL
37:52
Mental Health

Hey Man; It's Ok Season 2 Episode 8 - MOVEMBER SPECIAL

In this special Movember episode of "Hey Man; It's Ok," your hosts, Sky and Ryan, dive deep into the heart of a movement that's changing the face o...

Hey Man; It's Ok Season 2 Episode 7 - Video Game Addiction with Josh Garth
45:08
AddictionTherapyRelationshipsTrauma

Hey Man; It's Ok Season 2 Episode 7 - Video Game Addiction with Josh Garth

In this episode of "Hey Man; It's Ok," we dive deep into the world of video game addiction with our special guest, Josh Garth. Even though Sky coul...

Hey Man; It's Ok Season 2 Episode 6 - Somatic Therapy and Anxiety with Valerie Rubin
52:39
AnxietyTherapyRelationships

Hey Man; It's Ok Season 2 Episode 6 - Somatic Therapy and Anxiety with Valerie Rubin

In this episode of "Hey Man; It's Ok," we delve into a crucial topic that affects countless individuals—anxiety. Join your hosts, Sky Bridges, and ...

Language is Important
2:03
Depression

Language is Important

Let's change the narrative! • Use 'died by suicide' or 'completed suicide' to promote understanding and compassion. Let's break the stigma together.

Hey Man; It's Ok Season 2 Episode 4 - PTSD and Veteran care with Guest Keith Barnes
49:42
Trauma

Hey Man; It's Ok Season 2 Episode 4 - PTSD and Veteran care with Guest Keith Barnes

In this heartfelt episode of "Hey Man; It's Ok," your hosts Ryan and Sky sit down with a remarkable guest, Keith Barnes, to explore a deeply import...

Hey Man; It's Ok Season 2 Episode 5 - Mindfulness and Meditation
55:34
AnxietyTherapyRelationshipsSpirituality

Hey Man; It's Ok Season 2 Episode 5 - Mindfulness and Meditation

In this episode of "Hey Man; It's Ok," co-hosts Ryan Heapy, a licensed marriage and family therapist, and Sky from Seattle dive deep into the world...

Hey Man; It's Ok Season 2 Episode 3 - Ryan's Introduction
48:53
DepressionTherapyTraumaIdentity

Hey Man; It's Ok Season 2 Episode 3 - Ryan's Introduction

In this episode of Hey Man; It's Ok, hosts Ryan and Sky deeply explore Ryan's life journey, revealing his transformation from surviving his own dar...

Hey Man; It's Ok Season 2 Episode 2 - Sky's Re-Introduction
1:01:25
DepressionTherapy

Hey Man; It's Ok Season 2 Episode 2 - Sky's Re-Introduction

In this episode of "Hey Man; It's Ok," host Ryan and guest Sky take a deep dive into Sky's life journey, exploring his experiences with mental heal...

Hey Man; It's Ok Season 2 Episode 1 - Jonah Hill and Sarah Brady
50:11
Mental Health

Hey Man; It's Ok Season 2 Episode 1 - Jonah Hill and Sarah Brady

Welcome to Season 2 of Hey Man; It's Ok! In our first episode we talk about the text messages released by Sarah Brady about the end of her relation...