Candid Minds with Dr. T and Friends

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Candid Minds with Dr. T and Friends is a podcast by Mindful Care that explores mental health through culture, science, current events, and lived experience. Hosted by Dr. Tamir Aldad, Addiction Psychiatrist and Founder and CEO of Mindful Care, the show blends clinical insight with open conversation. Every episode is curious, candid, and rooted in the idea that mental health is connected to everything.

  1. APR 1

    You Are Not Your Diagnosis: Reclaiming Identity & Empowerment in Mental Health | Jackie Gilde

    In this episode of Candid Minds with Dr. T, Dr. Tamir Aldad is joined by licensed clinical social worker Jackie Gilde to explore a powerful and often overlooked topic, the relationship between mental health and identity. Together, they break down how individuals can begin to identify with their diagnosis, and why that can become a dangerous trap. From depression and anxiety to chronic mental health conditions, they discuss how treatment while necessary can sometimes unintentionally consume a person’s sense of self. Jackie and Dr. T dive into why identifying with your diagnosis can hold you back, how treatment should support your life, not become your life, and the role clinicians, families, and society play in reinforcing labels. They also explore how empowerment, accountability, and strong support systems can help individuals reclaim their identity and build a life beyond their diagnosis. If you’re looking for mental health support, Mindful Care is here to help. Learn more or schedule an appointment here: https://mindful.care/?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=Podcast&utm_campaign=Podcast&utm_id=Podcast&utm_term=Candid+Minds

    19 min

  2. MAR 11

    The Hidden Pressure of High Performers: MMA, Steroids, Ego & Imposter Syndrome | Eric Prush

    In this episode of Candid Minds with Dr. T, Dr. Tamir Aldad sits down with Eric Prush — strength and conditioning coach, martial artist, and combat sports expert — to explore the psychological realities behind high-level competition. Together they dive into the hidden pressures athletes face, from imposter syndrome and relentless ambition to the culture surrounding performance-enhancing drugs in combat sports. Eric shares firsthand insight from years of training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and powerlifting, including the mindset required to compete, the ego that fuels performance, and the toll that constant pressure can take on identity and mental health. Dr. T also breaks down the psychiatric side of performance-enhancing drugs, including how they affect dopamine, mood stability, and long-term mental health. This conversation goes far beyond sports — touching on self-worth, ambition, ego, resilience, and what it really means to succeed without losing yourself in the process. If you’re looking for mental health support, Mindful Care is here to help. Learn more or schedule an appointment here: Mental Health Appointment

    29 min

  3. FEB 25

    Scaling Healthcare: Hiring, Firing, Risk & Building Multi-Location Businesses with Bryan Jonas

    In this second conversation on Candid Minds with Dr. T, Dr. Tamir Aldad sits down again with Bryan Jonas, founder of DEXAFIT and Prefusion Health, to shift the focus from health data to the business of healthcare. Both leaders operate multi-location healthcare companies across New York, and this episode dives into what it really takes to scale responsibly. They discuss: • Expanding into new markets• Hiring for culture and mindset• Delegation and giving up control• Holding standards without creating toxicity• The challenge of firing• Building reproducible systems• Risk-taking, resilience, and entrepreneurial mindset Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned executive, this episode offers practical, real-world insights into scaling a healthcare business. If you’re looking for mental health support, Mindful Care is here to help. Learn more or schedule an appointment here: https://mindful.care/?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=Podcast&utm_campaign=Podcast&utm_id=Podcast&utm_term=Candid+Minds

    24 min

  4. FEB 11

    The Data Behind Your Health: DEXA Scans, Longevity & Performance with Bryan Jonas

    In this episode of Candid Minds with Dr. T, Dr. Tamir sits down with Bryan Jonas, founder and owner of multiple DEXAFIT and Prefusion Health locations across New York, to explore where mental health, physical health, and data-driven technology intersect.They discuss how tools like DEXA scans, VO₂ max testing, metabolic testing, and bloodwork are changing the way people understand their bodies, moving away from guesswork and toward clarity. Bryan shares his journey from CrossFit gym owner to building a longevity-focused health brand, and the conversation touches on stress, sleep, GLP-1 medications, wearables, and how data can support real, sustainable lifestyle change when used intentionally. If you’re looking for mental health support, Mindful Care is here to help. Learn more or schedule an appointment here: ⁠Appointment Link⁠ https://mindful.care/?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=Podcast&utm_campaign=Podcast&utm_id=Podcast&utm_term=Candid+Minds

    27 min

  5. JAN 28

    Feeling Misunderstood: Navigating Truth, Identity, and Being Seen

    In this episode of Candid Minds with Dr. T, Dr. Tamir sits down with political activist and media personality Younes Sadaghiani to explore the experience of feeling misunderstood — a feeling many people grapple with in their personal lives, families, and online presence. Younes opens up about being misinterpreted in his work, the tension that arises when challenging norms, and the difference between spreading truth and being perceived as offensive. Together, they discuss vulnerability, authenticity, developing thick skin, and how misunderstandings often stem from context gaps rather than intent. Dr. T also shares clinical insight on how to navigate misunderstandings with curiosity rather than defensiveness, offering practical tools for healthier communication and connection. If you’re looking for mental health support, Mindful Care is here to help. Learn more or schedule an appointment here: Appointment Link https://mindful.care/?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=Podcast&utm_campaign=Podcast&utm_id=Podcast&utm_term=Candid+Minds

    9 min

  6. JAN 14

    Recognizing Mental Health Challenges in Young Children — What’s a Phase vs. a Red Flag

    In this episode of Candid Minds with Dr. T, Dr. Tamir Aldad is joined by licensed clinical social worker Jackie Gilde to discuss how mental health challenges can present in young children. They explore the difference between typical developmental phases and signs that may indicate something more serious, what parents should look out for, and how early support and communication can change a child’s long-term emotional well-being. A thoughtful, practical conversation for parents navigating stress, behavior changes, and big emotions in children. If you’re looking for mental health support, Mindful Care is here to help. Learn more or schedule an appointment here: ⁠Appointment Link⁠ https://mindful.care/?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=Podcast&utm_campaign=Podcast&utm_id=Podcast&utm_term=Candid+Minds

    19 min

  7. 12/24/2025

    From Street Cyphers to MTV: Kosha Dillz on Resilience, Reinvention, and Staying Unstoppable

    In this return episode of Candid Minds with Dr. T & Friends, Dr. Tamir sits down once again with Kosha Dillz for a deeper, behind-the-scenes conversation about creativity, persistence, and what it really takes to build a life as an independent artist. Following up on their previous discussion around sobriety and personal growth, this episode shifts focus to Kosha Dillz’s career journey — from early rap battles in New York City, selling CDs by hand, and freestyling in the streets, to viral moments with Fat Joe, appearances on MTV’s Wild ’N Out, and becoming a playable character in NBA 2K. Kosha opens up about the long grind before any breakthrough, turning failure into fuel, navigating viral fame and criticism, and why speed, resilience, and consistency matter more than perfection. He also discusses his latest creative chapter, including the documentary Bring the Family Home, and the emotional weight of creating art during times of cultural and political tension. This episode offers a raw, honest look at staying creative, adaptable, and unstoppable — even when the path forward isn’t clear. If you’re looking for mental health support, Mindful Care is here to help. Learn more or schedule an appointment here: ⁠⁠Appointment Link⁠⁠

    37 min
  8. From Addiction to Purpose: The Kosha Dillz Story

    12/10/2025

    From Addiction to Purpose: The Kosha Dillz Story

    In this powerful episode of Candid Minds with Dr. T & Friends, Dr. Tamir sits down with Rami Matan Even-Esh — better known as rapper, creator, and activist Kosha Dillz — for one of the rawest conversations ever recorded on the show. Kosha opens up about his 21-year journey of sobriety, recalling the chaos of his early life, the arrests, the near-misses, the shame cycles, the broken relationships, and the moment he finally chose recovery. He explains, in unfiltered detail, how addiction became a “solution” to deeper pain — and how sobriety forced him to confront the parts of himself he spent years trying to avoid. Together, Dr. T and Kosha explore: • The real psychology behind addiction and relapse• Rock bottom and why it becomes a turning point• How sobriety reshaped his identity, discipline, and creativity• The role of service, purpose, and community in long-term recovery• Why selfish patterns don’t disappear the moment you get clean• How trauma, shame, and culture shape the stories we tell ourselves Kosha also shares how his past — including jail time, substance use, freestyle battles, and years of hustling — ultimately fueled his evolution as an artist, activist, and storyteller. His honesty, humor, and brutal self-awareness make this conversation one of the most relatable episodes for anyone navigating mental health, addiction, or big life transitions. Whether you're in recovery, supporting a loved one, or simply curious about the human side of addiction, this episode drops truth, perspective, and heart. A raw, inspiring look at what it really takes to rebuild your life — one day at a time. If you’re looking for mental health support, Mindful Care is here to help. Learn more or schedule an appointment here: ⁠⁠Appointment Link⁠⁠

    37 min
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Candid Minds with Dr. T and Friends is a podcast by Mindful Care that explores mental health through culture, science, current events, and lived experience. Hosted by Dr. Tamir Aldad, Addiction Psychiatrist and Founder and CEO of Mindful Care, the show blends clinical insight with open conversation. Every episode is curious, candid, and rooted in the idea that mental health is connected to everything.

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