Kevin Love Fund: A Discussion on Changing the World and Education Systems

Hey everyone! 🎙️ Welcome to an exciting episode of the Different Spectrums Podcast! Today, we’re doing something special—interviewing four amazing guests from the Kevin Love Fund. First, we chat with Bryanna and Lucia, who are leading efforts to promote mental health education across the U.S. and internationally. They're deeply involved in creating curriculums that focus on emotional regulation, anxiety, and teaching people how to speak openly about their struggles.

Next, we speak with Sara and Ellie, senior directors at the Fund, both of whom began as educators. They share their stories of how they transitioned from teaching to shaping mental health programs in schools. Together, we explore the Kevin Love Fund’s curriculum and how it’s helping students and educators alike learn that it's okay not to be okay. We'll also touch on the fund’s collaborations with Sony and Marvel, highlighting Miles Morales’ Spider-Man series, which ties into themes of vulnerability and strength.

We talk about coping strategies, and challenge you to think about what helps you regulate your emotions when you’re feeling anxious or overwhelmed. This conversation is meant to remind you that everyone has a story, whether you’re an athlete, student, or just navigating life’s challenges.

In the second half, we dive deeper with Sara and Ellie into the pedagogy behind the Fund and their vision for mental health education. Dr. Naz also shares insights on how authentic connections—whether in therapy or education—drive the best outcomes, especially for people from marginalized communities. We emphasize the importance of empathy, connection, and how being real with others can build stronger, more respectful relationships.

Of course, there’s plenty of fun along the way—Dr. Naz teases Ellie, and Sara throws in movie quotes, keeping the conversation light and relatable. But at the core, this episode focuses on the mission of the Kevin Love Fund: creating a safe, open space for people to talk about their mental health.

If you’re inspired by today’s talk, we encourage you to check out the Kevin Love Fund’s resources and consider bringing their tools to your local schools or organizations. We’ve done the training ourselves and can personally say it’s transformative. If you need help getting connected, reach out—we’ll make sure you do!

0:00 Attention

0:54 Sponsorship

1:57 Intro

4:55 Scene

10:08 Discussion

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