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WhiteFlag Warriors

WhiteFlag Warriors

By WhiteFlag Warriors

Stories about trauma, triumph, struggle, hope, options and the truth about the mental health crisis told by those who are surviving it.
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002: When the Worst Case Happens

WhiteFlag WarriorsFeb 16, 2023

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013: Fueled by Faith

013: Fueled by Faith

Step into the world of Justin Simmons, NFL Denver Broncos Safety and WhiteFlag's Chief Advocacy Officer. In this candid dialogue, Justin delves into his NFL journey while emphasizing the pivotal role faith plays in his life. Following the recent loss of his father, Justin finds solace connecting with WhiteFlag users, highlighting the comfort found in shared understanding. Join him as he navigates the depths of grief, spotlighting the resilience and importance of faith in every step of his journey.

Tune in Sunday, December 3rd, at 1:00 pm EST to see Justin showcasing custom WhiteFlag cleats for My Cause My Cleats Week as he faces off against the Texans!

JUSTIN SIMMONS: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jsimms1119/⁠

JUSTIN SIMMONS FOUNDATION: ⁠https://www.justinsimmonsfoundation.org/donate/⁠ https://www.instagram.com/jsfoundation31/⁠

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MORE FROM WHITEFLAG:

WhiteFlag Blog: https://www.whiteflagapp.com/blog

Video from our Founder: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UPmdaAPV6Zs&t=0s

Nov 29, 202350:44
012: Turning Pain into Purpose
Nov 29, 202301:09:16
011: An Influencer's Mask

011: An Influencer's Mask

Being a successful influencer has quickly become the pipedream for millions of people, but what is the true reality when that dream is achieved? Ollie Rose opens up about her past with mental health, family conflict, addiction and self-identity. Learn how that past plays a role into the influencer, mother, entrepreneur and person she has become today. Join us as we unbox the truth of life behind the phone screen—and the mask—with WhiteFlag Warrior Ollie Rose.


Guest: @ollierose_

Oct 19, 202301:21:46
010: More Than an Athlete

010: More Than an Athlete

TW: Suicide

WhiteFlag Ambassador Natalie DeMasi discusses her triumph over anxiety, stomach issues, bullying, advocating for herself in her mental health journey, and the pursuit of finding a diagnosis. Gain insights from our WhiteFlag ambassador who is much more than a student-athlete. Listen as Natalie explores the intricacies of mental health with resilience and hope.

Aug 09, 202349:55
009: Who heals the healers?

009: Who heals the healers?

Who heals the healers? The physicians, surgeons, nurses and paramedics that keep our world turning are the true definition of heroes. However, a hero's burden often goes unnoticed. Dr. J Mack Slaughter. joins us as our guest in episode 9 in a discussion of mental health and the healthcare industry as you've never heard it before. Hear about the intricacies of medical burnout, outdated and stigmatized working conditions, expectations of the healthcare industry, the relationship between mental health and caregiving, and the detailed personal accounts of these topics from our newest WhiteFlag Warrior, Dr. J Mack.

Jul 27, 202301:09:11
008: Dear Everyone...

008: Dear Everyone...

Listen to our special guest and newest team member, Matt Raekelboom show true vulnerability in telling his truth about major addictive issues, ADHD, loneliness, family struggles, self-image issues, and his journey through it all. Hear his incredible triumph, and learn how his pain has turned into purpose in the amazing advocacy work he does on his social media platforms.

Podcast host: @jonnymccoy_law

Guest: @mattraekelboom

Jun 16, 202301:12:12
007: Ending the Stigma

007: Ending the Stigma

WhiteFlag Warriors newest guest, Christina Kimbrough, discusses her journey through her addiction to alcohol, sobriety, inpatient and outpatient treatments, medication, and getting diagnosed with her mental illness. Hear Christina share her incredible journey through it all and learn more about her amazing new company Free Life LLC, that is changing the narrative about addiction and mental health.

May 31, 202357:12
006: Magical Medicinal Ketamine

006: Magical Medicinal Ketamine

Hear first hand from a Ketamine doctor and a patient discuss what this life changing procedure can do for your mental health. Hear our CEO’s personal journey with Ketamine and what the magical medicine can do for you or your loved ones. 

May 04, 202357:35
005: To the Edge and Back

005: To the Edge and Back

Trigger Warning: Suicide. In 2005, Kevin Berthia became a cornerstone in mental health awareness when he stood on the edge of the Golden Gate Bridge, nearly taking his own life. Jonny has the honor of speaking with Kevin about his story, where he hears the before, during and after of that monumental moment in which a police officer saved his life through the power of peer support. Listen now to hear the incredible story of Kevin Berthia, our newest WhiteFlag Warrior.
Apr 20, 202301:12:33
004: Finding Yourself after Addiction (Brave Dave)

004: Finding Yourself after Addiction (Brave Dave)

Our guest Brave Dave tells his story of addiction and recovery, and its effect on his outlook of mental health and the value of family. Hear how those experiences shaped his mission to promote peer support and mental health acceptance through social media.

Apr 06, 202301:08:46
003: Rock Bottoms and Silver Linings

003: Rock Bottoms and Silver Linings

Multi-million dollar settlements, police corruption, love hindered by immigration, the Murdaugh murder case, FBI, and the jagged rock bottom of a Xanax addiction; Hear the third and final chapter in the trilogy of Jonny McCoy's story and discover how against all odds, hope can be found, even in the darkest depths.

Mar 03, 202301:25:49
002: When the Worst Case Happens

002: When the Worst Case Happens

Police misconduct, lies, suicide and pain. When the worst case scenario happens to someone with a predisposition to mental illness, fighting for their life consumes their every move.

Feb 16, 202301:07:55
001: The Origin Story of Our Founder

001: The Origin Story of Our Founder

The beginnings of a cycle breaker always start out with a lot of pain. Find out the “why” and “how” of WhiteFlag Founder and CEO Jonny McCoy.
Feb 08, 202353:06