Join Kaylee and Josh for an inspiring conversation with Peggy Barker, who shares her journey of triumph over addiction. From her struggles beginning at the tender age of 13, Peggy is now commemorating four and a half years of sobriety and freedom from addiction, offering hope and insight into the path of recovery ..read more

Join Kaylee Murphy and Josh Moore for an inspiring conversation with special guest Monica Tucker. Hear Monica's powerful journey of overcoming sexual abuse and battling drug addiction. Discover how her path to recovery and triumph not only transformed her life but also led her to a meaningful career. Today, Monica serves as the Program Coordinator for the very program that played a pivotal role in her journey to healing and success ..read more

In this insightful episode, we're honored to welcome Robby Kilgore, a distinguished former army officer, as our special guest. Robby delves into the invaluable lessons he garnered during his service and how these experiences shaped his unique approach to leadership. He emphasizes the importance of leading with empathy, drawing a compelling parallel between the disciplined environment of the military and the diverse challenges of civilian leadership. Join us as Robby shares his journey, offering profound insights and practical advice for anyone aspiring to lead with compassion and effectiveness ..read more

Join us as we talk with Representative Tim Hicks of District 6 in Washington County, Tennessee to get a look at his perspective on mental health needs and how he fights for bills that help support the growth of children and youth in school ..read more

Join us as we dive into the inspiring career path of Leslie Salling, President & CEO of the United Way of East TN Highlands. With a diverse background spanning from journalism to nonprofit management, Leslie's journey is a testament to the power of leadership and mentorship. Discover how she transitioned from the Director of Development at the ETSU Foundation to leading CASA of Northeast TN, ultimately becoming its Executive Director. Along the way, Leslie harnessed her expertise in Communications Arts/Journalism and a Master’s in Public Administration with a specialty in Nonprofit Managem ..read more

Join us in celebrating a momentous occasion on the latest installment of Impact Stigma! We are thrilled to introduce the newest addition to our podcast family, none other than the remarkable Kaylee Murphy, who joins us as a Co-host. In this episode, we delve into Kaylee's impressive professional journey, offering you a captivating glimpse into her background. So, buckle up as we embark on this exciting new chapter together, exploring the impactful conversations that lie ahead on Impact Stigma ..read more

Our guest is an Associate professor of Psychology at Carson Newman University and a licensed practicing psychologist with Performance Medicine. Her research interests include the emotional impact of COVID, health psychology, women’s issues, and college student health. Join us and Dr Robyn Branca as we talk about mindfulness and resilience practices she uses while teaching at Carson-Newman ..read more

Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode of Impact Stigma. Excited for our guest today. He grew up in Johnson City and received his Bachelor of Business Administration degree in marketing from East Tennessee State University. He also had an extensive hospitality career with Hyatt, Opryland, and Marriott Hotels. Then worked with Scott Niswonger managing the Morgan Inn Corporation for ten years. In 2016, he started his own consulting company called Internity Development, of which the most recognized project is the Model Mill Redevelopment in downtown Johnson City. He is the Past Chairp ..read more

Get ready to kick off season four of Impact Stigma with a truly inspiring guest: Melanie Feathers, Executive Director of CASA of Northeast Tennessee. With six years of experience at CASA and a background in Domestic Violence Advocacy, Mental Health Case Management, Vocational Rehabilitation, and Children’s Ministry, Melanie brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to the table. Her expertise in public leadership and legal studies, earned through her BA in Public Leadership and Service from Milligan University, makes her the perfect guest to tackle the tough issues at the heart of this podcast ..read more

We have talked many times on Impact Stigma about the positive connection between our mental health and music. Join us for this fun Season Three episode with special guest, Leah Ross, Executive Director of Advancement for the Birthplace of Country Music in Bristol, VA. Over the past 16 years, she has played an integral role in the development and growth of Bristol establishing its identity as the birthplace of country music. From serving as a Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion volunteer during the first Festival in 2001 to becoming the executive director of the Festival in 2005, her dynami ..read more