Reality Check. Psychosis is Real, so is Recovery.

Clear Answers for Louisana Mental Health (CALM)
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  • MENTAL HEALTH

Find out more about Clear Answers for Louisana Mental Health (CALM) and their Early Psychosis Intervention Program known as EPIC NOLA. You can find out more at www.calmnola.org

  1. Ep. 22 - Reality Check - Cecilia McGough (Students with Psychosis)

    6D AGO

    Ep. 22 - Reality Check - Cecilia McGough (Students with Psychosis)

    Welcome to the Reality Check podcast. Psychosis is Real, so is Recovery. On this episode, Ashley Weiss and Serena Chaudhry speak with Cecilia McGough, the Founder and Executive Director of Students with Psychosis. Cecilia is a New York City-based mental health activist, nonprofit executive director at SWP, VASTS mentor at NASA Langley, keynote speaker, co-author, consultant, and former pulsar astronomer. Although being autistic and having schizophrenia, she refuses to let her diagnoses define her. McGough is the founder and executive director of the global nonprofit Students With Psychosis, a 501(c)(3) organization empowering students and advocates worldwide through community building, service, and collaboration. Join us as we learn more about her journey and truly inspirational achievements. Subscribe for more episodes of Reality Check, where we uncover the truth behind mental health, one story at a time. For more information about Clear Answers to Louisiana Mental Health (CALM) and their Early Intervention Psychosis Program (EPIC NOLA), visit the website: www.calmnola.org Podcast produced by Red Rock Branding – www.redrockbranding.com

    29 min

  2. JAN 15

    Ep. 21 - Reality Check - Dr Deirdre Hayes (Tulane University)

    Welcome to the Reality Check podcast. Psychosis is Real, so is Recovery. On this episode, Ashley Weiss and Serena Chaudhry speak with clinical social worker, Dr Deidre Hayes, DSW, BCD, LCSW-BACS. Dr Hayes is the Director of Clinical in Community Focussed Curriculum and Training, and a Professor of Practice at Tulane University. Dr. Hayes is currently co-leading the Empowering Change Task Force, addressing diversity, equity, and inclusion within schools and facilitating connections between medical schools and inter-professional educational programs. Join us as we learn more about her incredible journey and the changes she has experienced in the diagnosis and treatment of severe mental illness over the years. Subscribe for more episodes of Reality Check, where we uncover the truth behind mental health, one story at a time. For more information about Clear Answers to Louisiana Mental Health (CALM) and their Early Intervention Psychosis Program (EPIC NOLA), visit the website: www.calmnola.org Podcast produced by Red Rock Branding – www.redrockbranding.com

    28 min
  3. Ep. 20 - Reality Check - A Parents Story (Sharing Lived Experience)

    12/29/2025

    Ep. 20 - Reality Check - A Parents Story (Sharing Lived Experience)

    Welcome to the Reality Check podcast. Psychosis is Real, so is Recovery. On this episode, Ashley Weiss and Serena Chaudhry speak with a New Orleans mother about her experience with her son. Join us for this deeply emotive dive into her personal experience and the challenges of stigma when dealing with severe mental illness. Subscribe for more episodes of Reality Check, where we uncover the truth behind mental health, one story at a time. For more information about Clear Answers to Louisiana Mental Health (CALM) and their Early Intervention Psychosis Program (EPIC NOLA), visit the website: www.calmnola.org Podcast produced by Red Rock Branding – www.redrockbranding.com

    27 min
  4. Ep. 19 - Reality Check - Peter Westlake (Mindnumbers)

    11/24/2025

    Ep. 19 - Reality Check - Peter Westlake (Mindnumbers)

    Welcome to the Reality Check podcast. Psychosis is Real, so is Recovery. On this episode, Ashley Weiss and Serena Chaudhry speak with Peter Westlake, the Founder of Mindnumbers Peter is meshing together his professional background in clinical diagnostics and developing tests, with his family member's experience of psychosis, to create Mindnumbers. Mindnumbers is like an early warning system that can track multiple metrics, such as sleep, routines, tone of voice etc, to alert patients to any significant changes. Join us for this fascinating dive into how technology could help people recognise early warning signs. Subscribe for more episodes of Reality Check, where we uncover the truth behind mental health, one story at a time. For more information about Clear Answers to Louisiana Mental Health (CALM) and their Early Intervention Psychosis Program (EPIC NOLA), visit the website: www.calmnola.org To find out more about Peter and Mindnumbers, visit - www.mindnumbers.net Podcast produced by Red Rock Branding – www.redrockbranding.com

    30 min
  5. Ep. 18 - Reality Check - Dan Jones (Fireside Films)

    11/17/2025

    Ep. 18 - Reality Check - Dan Jones (Fireside Films)

    Welcome to the Reality Check podcast. Psychosis is Real, so is Recovery. On this episode, Ashley Weiss and Serena Chaudhry speak with Dan Jones, the Founder of Fireside Films. As a writer, director, and cinematographer, Dan is a visual storyteller who has created a wide range of powerful work collaborating with Calm. He reflects on the creative journey across multiple projects with one common objective: to try and dismantle the stigma around mental health issues. To view the latest Choose your Delusion video referenced in this episode visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8MfGz1z0OU Subscribe for more episodes of Reality Check, where we uncover the truth behind mental health, one story at a time. For more information about Clear Answers to Louisiana Mental Health (CALM) and their Early Intervention Psychosis Program (EPIC NOLA), visit the website: www.calmnola.org Find out more about Dan and Fireside Films, visit - www.fireside-films.com Podcast produced by Red Rock Branding – www.redrockbranding.com

    23 min
  6. Ep. 17 - Reality Check - Sierra Swan (Musician)

    10/29/2025

    Ep. 17 - Reality Check - Sierra Swan (Musician)

    Welcome to the Reality Check podcast. Psychosis is Real, so is Recovery. On this episode, Ashley Weiss and Serena Chaudhry speak with musician and songwriter Sierra Swan, for an honest conversation about creativity, resilience, and finding hope through the challenges of mental illness. Sierra is known for her work with Dollshead, Black Eyed Peas, and as a solo artist. Sierra shares her personal insights on the healing power of music and the importance of destigmatizing mental health experiences. Don’t miss this heartfelt discussion about art, authenticity, and recovery. Catch Sierra Swan live at Calm's “In My Mind” in New Orleans on November 7th. 👉 Get Tickets Here - https://securetu.tulane.edu/s/1586/Giving/16/events.aspx?sid=1586&gid=2&pgid=13923&cid=31327 Subscribe for more episodes of Reality Check, where we uncover the truth behind mental health, one story at a time. For more information about Clear Answers to Louisiana Mental Health (CALM) and their Early Intervention Psychosis Program (EPIC NOLA), visit the website: www.calmnola.org Find out more about Sierra Swan, visit - www.sierraswan.com Podcast produced by Red Rock Branding – www.redrockbranding.com

    27 min
  7. Ep. 16 - Reality Check - Lynn Madden (The APT Foundation)

    09/25/2025

    Ep. 16 - Reality Check - Lynn Madden (The APT Foundation)

    Welcome to the Reality Check podcast. Psychosis is Real, so is Recovery. On this episode, Serena Chaudhry speaks with the CEO and President of The APT Foundation. Join us as we dive into Breaking Barriers to Care and smashing stigma. Serena and Lynn reflect on the stark similarities faced within both of their fields and how both ultimately affect patient outcomes. Forget everything you thought you knew about models of care and take a listen to this fascinating episode. For more information about Clear Answers to Louisiana Mental Health (CALM) and their Early Intervention Psychosis Program (EPIC NOLA), visit the website: www.calmnola.org Find out more about The APT Foundation here: www.aptfoundation.org Podcast produced by Red Rock Branding – www.redrockbranding.com

    32 min
  8. Ep. 15 - Reality Check - Christy Boudreaux (Patio Drugs)

    09/16/2025

    Ep. 15 - Reality Check - Christy Boudreaux (Patio Drugs)

    Welcome to the Reality Check podcast. Psychosis is Real, so is Recovery. On this episode, Serena Chaudhry speaks with Registered Mental Health Nurse Christy Boudreaux, who works for the independent pharmacy, Patio Drugs. Join us as we find out more about Christy and her dedication to her local patients and to ensure they have access to long-acting injectables (LAIs) in the local community. For more information about Clear Answers to Louisiana Mental Health (CALM) and their Early Intervention Psychosis Program (EPIC NOLA), visit the website: www.calmnola.org Find out more about Patio Drugs here: https://patiodrugs.com/ Podcast produced by Red Rock Branding – www.redrockbranding.com

    26 min
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Find out more about Clear Answers for Louisana Mental Health (CALM) and their Early Psychosis Intervention Program known as EPIC NOLA. You can find out more at www.calmnola.org

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