Studio 2501: Conversations About Mental Health and Wellness

Podcast Guest: Donna Pearson McClish / CEO, Common Ground Producers and Growers, Inc.

Episode #: 63

Title: “A Health & Wellness Gift to the Central Kansas Corridor”

Launch Date: Friday, December 29, 2023 (Re-Launch in January 2024 / “In case you missed this episode…”)

Episode Descriptor:

The wisdom of a mother is never to be scorned.  A dreamer.  A community advocate.  An entrepreneur.  Over 50 years ago, this mother poised these questions, “What if the grocery store closed?  How would you eat?”  Unimaginable, yet prophetic, Addie Williams Pearson had a keen awareness of what would be possible in our day.  Her daughter, Donna Pearson McClish, generously shares her family legacy story of the family farm that carries the mantle of making a significant impact on the development of urban agriculture across the nation while impacting the current food system in a positive manner and providing fresh produce to food deserts and food insecurity areas.

In Donna’s words, “When people don’t have access to healthy food, they do not have a quality of life.”  HopeNet knows if the body isn’t well mental health is impacted and compromised unfavorably.  Common Ground Producers and Growers is on mission to make sure entire communities have access and opportunity to be well.

Now LIVE! Studio2501- Episode 62 Conversations on Marriage: The Middle Years!

On Studio 2501 Episode 62, HopeNet's Jo Lynn Bright talks with David & Shaun Estrada, pastors of Mosaic Life Church! This episode focuses on the middle stages of a marriage!

In this episode, listen to Jo Lynn and the Estradas talk about an experienced miracle in their marriage and personal stories, about being called to love and do "necessary work" as they blended their family, and how to maintain a healthy relationship through trials and tribulations!

Thank you to our ⁠2023 ⁠⁠Presenting Sponsor, Hoidale⁠, and our generous Community Partners and Friends of HopeNet, for making Episode 62 possible.

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On Studio 2501 Episode 61, HopeNet's Jo Lynn Bright, sits down with Jeryn Collier, LMFT & HopeNet Board Member, and his wife Kendra Collier! Together, they talk about marriage and navigating new relationships!
In this episode, listen to Jo Lynn and the Colliers talk about the importance of staying present in your relationships and how to keep your marriage happy and healthy!
Thank you to our ⁠2023 ⁠⁠Presenting Sponsor, Hoidale⁠, and our generous Community Partners and Friends of HopeNet, for making Episode 61 possible.

On Studio 2501 Episode 60, HopeNet's Jo Lynn Bright sits with Cathy Turner to discuss grief.

In this episode, listen to Jo Lynn and Cathy Turner discuss how to grieve well - before, during and after loss. Jo Lynn and Cathy discuss grief in all forms - not just in relation to death - but in all matters of life. 

Thank you to our ⁠2023 ⁠⁠Presenting Sponsor, Hoidale⁠, and our generous Community Partners and Friends of HopeNet, for making Episode 60 possible.

On Studio 2501 Episode 59, Dr Rebecca Culver-Turner, Associate Professor & Director of Marriage & Family Therapy at Friends University shares some Back to School Mental Health Tips with our host Jo Lynn Bright. Thank you to our ⁠2023 ⁠⁠Presenting Sponsor, Hoidale⁠, and our generous Community Partners and Friends of HopeNet, for making Episode 58 possible. _________________________ HopeNet 2501 E Central Ave, Wichita, KS 67214 Phone: (316) 684-4673 https://www.hopenetwichita.org/

On Studio 2501 Episode 58, HopeNet's Jo Lynn Bright and Miss Kansas' Teen, Erin Rolfe, sit down to discuss minority mental health.

In this episode, listen to Jo Lynn and Erin talk about minority mental health and how important it is to be aware of it! Erin also talks about her CSI "Mental Wellness: It Starts With You!" This program encourages you to find an activity or outlet that helps you stay mentally happy and healthy. 

Thank you to our ⁠2023 ⁠⁠Presenting Sponsor, Hoidale⁠, and our generous Community Partners and Friends of HopeNet, for making Episode 58 possible.

On Studio 2501 Episode 57, HopeNet's Jo Lynn Bright and Dr. Chris Deck sit down to discuss how physical health ties in with mental health and how physical therapy can help enhance this connection. In this episode, listen to Jo Lynn Bright and Dr. Deck talk about how you can strengthen yourself, physically and mentally!

Thank you to our ⁠2023 ⁠⁠Presenting Sponsor, Hoidale⁠, and our generous Community Partners and Friends of HopeNet, for making Episode 57 possible.

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Studio2501: Episode 56 On Studio 2501 Episode 56, HopeNet's Jo Lynn Bright sits with with special guests Michelle Martin, Coaching Program Coordinator at HopeNet, and Kisha Bell, Getting Ahead Graduate, to discuss the Getting Ahead program at HopeNet, its benefits, program details and its life-changing outcomes.  Getting Ahead 2023 starts August 21st! For more information and to schedule an interview visit: HopeNetWichita.org/gettingahead2023 Make sure to tell your friends about our podcast and share the show on social media. Thank you for listening to STUDIO 2501! Thank you to our ⁠2023 ⁠⁠Presenting Sponsor, Hoidale⁠, and our generous community partners for making Episode 56 possible. _________________________ HopeNet 2501 E Central Ave, Wichita, KS 67214 Phone: (316) 684-4673 https://www.hopenetwichita.org/

On Studio 2501 Episode 51, HopeNet's Jo Lynn Bright interviews Maddi Osburn, RDN LD. Maddi is the owner & founder of Flexible Nutrition. At Flexible Nutrition, their mission is to help clients ditch the diet culture mentality to obtain a positive relationship with food, exercise, body and ultimately long-term health. Maddi works primarily with adolescents and up, and specialties include:
 - Sports Nutrition (Maddi has experience with a variety of athletes, from weekend warriors to collegiate athletes).  
 - Eating Disorder Treatment
 - Hypothalamic Amenorrhea Recovery

To learn more about Maddi visit:  https://www.flexiblenutritionllc.com/workwithmaddi

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On Studio2501 Episode 48, HopeNet's Jo Lynn Bright interviews Wichita artist and designer, Elisabeth Owens. They visit in depth about Elisabeth's personal experience with postpartum depression. You don't want to miss this candid conversation. This is part two of a two part series.

Listen to HopeNet's Jo Lynn Bright interview Wichita artist and designer, Elisabeth Owens. They visit about finding your Gift, careers in art, art and mental health and postpartum depression. This is part one of a two part series.

Therapist Lauren Hill-Harris caps off the final episode of our series Back In The House, where we invited former HopeNet staff members to share life lessons as professionals in the mental health field.

What happens to our body when mental health factors kick in? Former counselor Perry Malzahn is back at HopeNet with host Jo Lynn Bright to talk about her life and career as a mental health therapist.

Coach Howard Keim visits with Jo Lynn about his time coaching at HopeNet and the different paths life takes us on.

Former HopeNet counselor Amber Carter speaks about her journey in mental health counseling and her involvement with the people of Wichita.

Former HopeNet counselor Victoria McClure is back to talk about her life and career in the mental health sector during this episode of Back In The House.

Therapist Roxi Sheeran is on this episode of STUDIO 2501 to share her perspective on therapy and the life lessons she has learned from many years of experience. Part of the BACK IN THE HOUSE series (2022).

Former HopeNet coach Gail Goolsby speaks about her time with HopeNet, life lessons, and the joy of making connections and strengthening other people in this episode.

Counselor Zane Raber is BACK at HopeNet to talk about his life and career in mental health and wellness.  

Former HopeNet coaches and counselors are BACK IN THE HOUSE! Listen to Michelle Meinhardt share her history with our organization, what she has learned over the years, and what you can take away from it all on our very first episode of this special series.

We've all heard the famous expression "when life gives you lemons, make lemonade." Well, the truth is entire days can feel like lemons, and we can make the most out of them even when it's difficult. Therapist Katherine Lewis shares how you can turn your lemon days into lemonade on this special episode of STUDIO 2501.

Our second episode with author Dr. Paul White is about 2022's book "Making Things Right at Work: increase teamwork, resolve conflict, and build trust." We all have a large stake of our lives placed in our work, and all can benefit from listening to this episode. Share with a friend or coworker today!

Paul Davis, the founder of HopeNet in Wichita, joins the show to talk about his past - from abortion practices to redemption - and the history, present, and future of mental health and wellness.

Did you enjoy this episode? Share it with a friend today!

Debut author Crystal Aluko is in the studio to discuss her journaling book with Jo Lynn, and the positive effect written words and prayers can have on our spiritual journey and for our mental health.

Author Paul White and Jo Lynn Bright discuss the 5 languages of appreciation in the workplace (Chapman & White, 2007) and how both supervisors and colleagues can benefit learning how those around them function best. Part of the 2022 "Book Review" series.

Norma Donovan, author of "Restoring Your Heart to Deepen Intimacy," joins Jo Lynn to dicuss her 2021 book and the ways we can strengthen our intimacy with others and with God, clearing out emotional blockages of abandonment, rejection, shame, fear, and deception.

On this episode, Jo Lynn is joined by Stacey Winter and Clayton Campbell to review the book "The Ruthless Elmination of Hurry," written by John Mark Comer.

Jo Lynn discusses the second half of ten practices that Jesus exemplified while on Earth, and what we can take away from him for our own mental health and wellness. Make sure to listen to Part 1 as well! :)

In the first of a two-part series, Jo Lynn breaks down 5 of the 10 mental health practices as demonstrated by Jesus throughout the Scriptures. Listen in to this 20-minute episode and take away action steps for your life modeled after Jesus himself.

Jo Lynn and guest (Renee Johnson, Knoxville, TN) discuss all levels of relationships during the coronavirus pandemic. When we remember the power in God's words, and the power behind how we define ourselves, we can break free from seasons of pain. You don't have to be a single person to learn a ton from this episode, either! There are great bits of knowledge for you no matter what season you're in.

Tom Brown, owner and operator of Meadowlark Farms in Rose Hill, KS, shares his life experiences - from being a missionary in Asia to running his beautiful orchard - and how they've shaped what he calls his "abundant life" in Jesus.

Kim Blackman and Sasha Berg from Chicken N' Pickle, a popular Wichita hotspot where patrons come to play pickleball and eat delicious chicken, talk about entertainment in the community, the impact of the coronavirus, and the mental health benefits of getting outdoors and having fun with others.

Chester Nichols, Assistant Women's Basketball Coach at Wichita State University, knows a thing or two about working with student-athletes in the age of the coronavirus pandemic. Join Chester and Jo Lynn Bright of HopeNet as they discuss his background, father's suicide, and mental health in student-athletes lives both over the past two years and in the future.

Denise Sherman with the Kansas African-American Museum joins Studio 2501 to discuss the museum's goals and progress to educate, entertain, and inform Wichitans during the pandemic and into the future.

Carla Eckels, Director of Cultural Diversity for News and Engagement at KMUW, joins Jo Lynn in Studio 2501 to discuss the Mountain of Media, and the impact the pandemic had on the creation and distribution of media.

1 Corinthians 13 is one of the most well-known passages in the Bible. In this personal reflection, Jo Lynn recaps each of the verses, the true meanings behind them, and how we can apply those lessons to our loved ones. This Valentine's Day, listen to "Love Is" as we remember we can call love in from the greatest source: God.

Susan Humphries, member of the House of Representatives for Kansas, joins Jo Lynn to discuss her background and experience with the pandemic as it changes both the political landscape and our mental health.

Former Wichita Police Chief Gordon Ramsey has spent his entire professional career in law enforcement. He's seen what it takes to have successful community relations during his stints in Minnesota and Kansas, and in this episode discusses the impact of the pandemic on crime, law enforcement and much more. Part of the "7 Mountains of Influence" series, and the first on Government and Politics.

Wes and Katherine Lewis, husband & wife, join the show! Wes is a woodworker and business owner of James Wesley Furniture and has a military background. Katherine is a mental health therapist right here at HopeNet. On this episode, they discuss the impact of the pandemic on businesses, family, and marriage.

Education is about relationships. That's what we learned from Kim Hoetmer, counselor at Goddard High School, this week on Studio 2501. In our final episode about "The Mountain of Education," Hoetmer and Jo Lynn dive deep into the inner workings of students, staff, and families in the midst of the pandemic.

Dr. Amy Carey, President of Friends University in Wichita, joins Studio 2501 to discuss the pandemic's effect on education and the mental health and wellness of students over the past two years.

The Floyds are on the show this week to discuss Business & Economy with Jo Lynn Bright!

Special guest Steve Dixon and Brenda Phillips, coworkers for Studio 2501 sponsor Hoidale, join Jo Lynn to discuss the pandemic's lasting impact on business & the economy, something that had far-reaching impact from global trade to your home.

What did the coronavirus pandemic do to businesses and the economy? Join Jo Lynn Bright and Jeff Witherspoon as they discuss the fallout of the pandemic and its ties to money and more on Studio 2501!