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We all want to experience life satisfaction and emotional health. But getting to that place is another matter. Everyday life tests our minds and bodies in profound ways. Join us for dynamic conversations and insights based on the lived experience and professional expertise of guests from expected and unexpected places — community leaders, scientists and researchers, professional athletes and entertainers, faith leaders, mental health experts and advocates. Dr. Nii Addy — Yale professor & researcher, man of faith, sports & hip hop fan, and mental health advocate — is your host. To be healthy and whole, we must approach things holistically. Addy Hour will explore the topics and questions you’ve been thinking about and will create a unique space for us to talk about them.
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- 6 days ago1h 5m
Can Ambition and Wellness Coexist? | Lecrae
Do you need to sacrifice wellness for your ambitious pursuit of success? If you take time to pause and rest, will you lose out to those who are pushing through and out-hustling you? Grammy Award-winning recording artist, New York Times bestselling author, podcast host, and thought leader Lecrae joins the Addy Hour Podcast with Dr. Nii Addy to discuss this and more. Tune in to this powerful conversation, which was filmed in front of a live audience on the Yale University campus. With raw authenticity, Lecrae takes us on a personal journey, describing the benefits and pains of ambition in his own life. We dig into the tension, we talk candidly, and we confront lies about ambition and wellness. You’ll also hear us explore the neuroscience of rest, community, and gratitude. On a practical level, we share tips you can use to pursue both wellness and ambition, even when it doesn’t seem possible. This is one of those conversations that will sit with you for a while. It’s that good. The Addy Hour is recorded at the Yale Teaching Studios, with engineering support from Ryan McEvoy, editing by Orlando Suazo, and hosted by Dr. Nii Addy. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a rating and follow our podcast page to help us grow this podcast and our community.
- Jun 24, 20261h 6m
Why sensory inclusivity matters.
Join in for a moving, empowering, and life-giving conversation with Sho Baraka—husband, father, artist, speaker, and sensory inclusivity advocate. In this episode, Sho shares his powerful personal journey as the father of two sons on the autism spectrum. He honestly reflects on the emotions, challenges, and joys his family has experienced on this journey. We talk through the insecurities and shame that can arise as a parent, the challenge of knowing your child could be triggered at any moment, and the difficulty of managing others’ expectations and mixed reactions. Refreshingly, we also highlight the necessity of community, the importance of learning from others and fighting against the tendency to walk in isolation. Sho also shares the ways he has embraced new normals and put increased attention on his kids’ strengths. You’ll also hear about the unexpected blessings and community Sho has found, while leaning into advocacy to create sensory-inclusive spaces. An inspiring conversation with essential perspectives that all of us need to hear on what it means to be neuro-inclusive and why it matters for all of us. The Addy Hour is recorded at the Yale Teaching Studios, with engineering support from Ryan McEvoy, edited by Orlando Suazo, and hosted by Dr. Nii Addy. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a rating and follow our podcast page, to help us grow this podcast and our community.
- Jun 10, 20261h 12m
Today’s top psychologists discuss mental health, social media, and everyday psychological tools
Today, we delve into an honest and practical conversation about the place of psychology in society and in our daily lives. I’m joined by Dr. Simon Rego and Dr. Sandy Pimentel, two leading and influential clinical psychologists. We jump right in, first considering whether our culture’s increased focus on mental health is a passing fad or an emerging trend that’s here to stay. It doesn’t take long before we venture into the murky waters of mental health content on social media, wrestling with the best way to navigate through the helpful content and misinformation that circulates daily. We also talk about the unexpected impacts of our guests’ social media involvement. Things get practical, as we share advice on how to manage life’s frustrations while holding on to gratitude and hope. We even get personal, sharing about successes and failures and the growth that can only come when you stretch yourself and learn from mistakes along the way. Humorously, we consider society’s mixed feelings about psychologists – either embracing them or running away from them. Finally, we talk about ways psychologists and other mental health professionals can authentically and effectively engage with the community.
- May 27, 202650 min
Reflections from an innovative scientist, leader and mentor
In today’s episode, we delve into the world of leading a high-level biomedical research program and mentoring students who will make the key scientific breakthroughs of tomorrow. I’m joined by Dr. Faye Rogers, a pioneering researcher studying cell repair and genomic instability, with the goal of developing novel therapies for breast and ovarian cancers. In our conversation, Dr. Rogers recounts her early years, growing up on a small island and never having met a scientist. Somehow, she still gravitated towards science, performing “experiments” as a kid, and eventually developing a passion both for research and mentorship. She talks candidly about the pressures that come with navigating graduate school and the inevitable but sometimes unexpected shifts and changes that happen along the journey. Dr. Rogers shares honestly about her own experience and discusses the importance of giving students the tools to be resilient scientists. She also describes her innovative programs introducing high school and college students to cancer research. Perhaps most poignantly, she reflects on the necessity for leaders like her to be good listeners, to incorporate other points of view, to admit when they make mistakes, and to have the flexibility to incorporate different perspectives when tackling complex problems.
- May 13, 20261h 10m
A media veteran shares his story
Today’s episode emerged from a “chance” encounter that led to an authentic connection and eventually a podcast conversation. From his poignant investigative journalism at MTV, to his dynamic storytelling and cultural commentary across multiple media platforms, and his red-carpet interviews with chart-topping artists at the Grammys, Dometi Pongo’s lasting impact on the industry is clear. Today, we hear his story. In this thought-provoking dialogue, Dometi reflects on the many lessons learned in his life and career. He shares honestly about his winding career journey and the impact of those who reached out and grabbed him when he was at his lowest. He also talks about his present-day experiences as a media personality and the opportunities and challenges along the way. We consider the tension of looking for clicks and views, ongoing contentions around objectivity in the media, and the necessity of staying true to your calling. This is a refreshing episode touching on the power of authentic community and the importance of calling society to something greater. Listen in. You’re sure to be inspired.
- Apr 29, 20261h 20m
Do men really know how to connect?
This is another essential conversation that will transform lives. Carvens Lissaint and Dr. Maliek Blade join for a revealing discussion about manhood, connection, vulnerability and life-giving friendship. We ask the question, do we as men really know how to connect? Do we know how to effectively express, process and manage our emotions? In this episode, we reflect on what it means to be in deep relationship, and why so many of us avoid it as men. We delve into the tension that many men experience between “what you do” and “who you are.” You’ll hear honest personal stories, as we lean into the mixed bag that comes with success, accolades and notoriety. We don’t shy away from talking about the pain of isolation, why it’s so easy to slip into, and how to effectively move into the joy that comes from being in authentic community. If you’re a man or you care about the men in your life, this episode is for you! The Addy Hour is recorded at the Yale Teaching Studios, with engineering support from Ryan McEvoy, edited by Orlando Suazo, and hosted by Dr. Nii Addy. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a rating and follow our podcast page, to help us grow this podcast and our community.
- Apr 15, 20261h 7m
The Overlooked Realities of Motherhood
I can’t overstate the importance of today’s episode. This conversation will literally change lives. Today, we shine the spotlight brightly on maternal mental health. Far too many moms have said, “I wasn’t familiar with postpartum mood or anxiety disorders, until I experienced them.” Family members and friends have said, “I had no idea what they were going through.” It doesn’t need to stay that way! If you’ve lived through perinatal mental health challenges, or you know someone who has, you know just how important this conversation is. In this empowering discussion, I’m joined by author and national advocate Teresa M. Twomey, social worker and parent educator Jennifer Vendetti, and social worker and perinatal mental health clinician Dr. Natasha Welz. Come and learn critical information that each of us should be familiar with. If there are women in your life who are expecting, who’ve recently had children, or who hope to have children, this episode is for you. And this is certainly relevant if you’re an expectant mom yourself. You’ll hear moving stories and reflections of lives impacted by transformative programs, and by the power of authentic and intentional relationships. My guests share practical tips to help each of us recognize the signs of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. We address myths and misconceptions, and the importance of normalizing the fact that postpartum mental health challenges can and do occur. We also talk through the ways moms can navigate and thrive with effective support, care, and intervention. This is a truly life-giving conversation. Listen in and share it with others! You’ll be glad you did. Additional Resources Postpartum Support International www.postpartum.net CT Chapter of Postpartum Support International www.psictchapter.com New Mom Health https://newmomhealth.com/ UConn Health Parenting https://health.uconn.edu/parenting-program/ ACCESS Mental Health for Moms https://www.accessmhct.com/moms/ Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance www.mmhla.org What is Postpartum Psychosis? Bushnell Park TedX Talk by Teresa M. Twomey https://youtu.be/W7gyRpTkSP0?si=KjSZ4JDvF2_7SpY5 Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health https://policycentermmh.org/ CT Office of Early Childhood Home Visiting System https://www.ctoec.org/home-visiting/ CT Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services https://portal.ct.gov/dmhas/programs-and-services/women/womens-and-childrens-programs Hope after Loss https://www.hopeafterloss.org/ The Addy Hour is recorded at the Yale Teaching Studios, with engineering support from Ryan McEvoy, edited by Orlando Suazo, and hosted by Dr. Nii Addy. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a rating and follow our podcast page, to help us grow this podcast and our community.
- Apr 1, 202651 min
What Makes a Successful Leader w/ Jeannette Ickovics
This week, we hear from Dr. Jeannette Ickovics, a transformative leader with a track record of local, national and global impact, as we consider what makes a successful leader. She generously describes how she’s built multiple pioneering programs from the ground up, and shares her effective practices focusing on infrastructure, sustainability, leadership development, and growth. We also hear about her strategic partnerships across private, public, philanthropic, community and academic sectors and the ways those efforts are tackling our present-day global health challenges. The conversation becomes personal as Dr. Ickovics recounts her journey, not as one who set out to be a leader, but as one who saw the needs in front of her and started addressing them one step at a time. We return to community as she talks candidly about the mentorship that guided her sometimes zig-zagging career journey. We also reflect on the transformative impact of working alongside others in authentic relationships. Join in for this inspiring conversation with a remarkable trailblazer who leads with authenticity, rigor and purpose. The Addy Hour is recorded at the Yale Teaching Studios, with engineering support from Ryan McEvoy, edited by Orlando Suazo, and hosted by Dr. Nii Addy. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a rating and follow our podcast page, to help us grow this podcast and our community.
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About Addy Hour Podcast with Dr. Nii Addy
We all want to experience life satisfaction and emotional health. But getting to that place is another matter. Everyday life tests our minds and bodies in profound ways. Join us for dynamic conversations and insights based on the lived experience and professional expertise of guests from expected and unexpected places — community leaders, scientists and researchers, professional athletes and entertainers, faith leaders, mental health experts and advocates. Dr. Nii Addy — Yale professor & researcher, man of faith, sports & hip hop fan, and mental health advocate — is your host. To be healthy and whole, we must approach things holistically. Addy Hour will explore the topics and questions you’ve been thinking about and will create a unique space for us to talk about them.
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