Peer International Exchange

Justin S. Bell, PhD
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Peer International Exchange (PIE) is a podcast spotlighting the voices of peer support workers and volunteers around the world. Hosted by Dr. Justin Bell, the show explores how peers are advancing recovery, challenging systems, and building stronger, more sustainable roles in mental health and addiction services. Each episode features global perspectives on peer work, workforce development, and the power of lived experience.

Episodes

  1. 10/02/2025

    Family Peer Support in Victoria - Phillip Stone

    In this episode, we talk with Phillip Stone, a family peer worker from Victoria, Australia. Phillip shares how the whole family approach is shifting mental health services to listen to and include families, and why family peer support is vital for transforming care.

    47 min

  2. 06/13/2025

    Peer Support in Iran - Ehsan Ranjbar

    Host Dr. Justin Bell speaks with Ehsan Ranjbar, volunteer peer and translator in Iran’s Congress 60 recovery organization. Ehsan shares how Congress 60 blends structured medication tapering with strong community support, and details the organization’s unique peer certification process. The conversation offers a glimpse into a recovery model deeply rooted in cultural values, service, and lived experience.

    42 min

  3. 05/29/2025

    Peer Support in Belgium - Stéphane Waha

    Host Dr. Justin Bell speaks with Stéphane Waha, a longtime advocate in Belgium’s peer support movement. From his work integrating peer workers into psychiatric care to advancing policy at the national level, Stéphane shares insights on building legitimacy, sustaining values of lived experience, and navigating the tensions of professionalization.

    51 min
  • 3 Episodes

About

Peer International Exchange (PIE) is a podcast spotlighting the voices of peer support workers and volunteers around the world. Hosted by Dr. Justin Bell, the show explores how peers are advancing recovery, challenging systems, and building stronger, more sustainable roles in mental health and addiction services. Each episode features global perspectives on peer work, workforce development, and the power of lived experience.

Information

  • Creator
    Justin S. Bell, PhD
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    3
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Justin S. Bell, PhD