How do we address complex health challenges without overstepping? We talk with Stephan Johansson about the philosophy of "putting your head in the wind and moving forward," and why listening to local communities and integrating behavioral health into all healthcare is the key to a healthy future for Wyoming.For more information on mental health support, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.For more information on Prosper, go to the...
Healing isn't about tackling everything at once; it’s about taking it moment by moment. We sit down with Mrs. Wyoming Carrie Bollock to discuss the WY We Care Survivors Campaign tagline "Keep Breathing." Focusing on the present can help us navigate even the most overwhelming days. This simple but powerful action helps people cope in any stressful situation, including a crisis.Key Topics Covered:The Power of Lived Experience: Carrie explains...
Host Kent Corso interviews Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon about the state’s “WY We Care” initiative and the "WY We Talk Survivors Campaign. They discuss the importance of talking openly about mental health and suicide prevention. Gov. Gordon shares how the small-town community support he experienced, drove him to encourage the same approach in every community state-wide. The Governor reminds us that loved ones and neighbors can be crucial...
Sometimes, the most powerful words are the simplest. In this deeply human episode, Will Wagner shares how small mindset shifts, support systems, and honest conversations helped him rebuild his life after a suicide attempt. This is more than a podcast—it’s a reminder that even in your darkest moments, your story isn’t over.This episode features a compelling dialogue with Will Wagner, a master electrician and suicide attempt survivor, who...
A New Approach to Helping Veterans ThriveIn this episode of One Minute Can Save a Life, Dr. Julie Elledge shares how coaching—not therapy—can unlock motivation, resilience, and performance for veterans and their families. Drawing on decades of experience as a therapist and master certified coach, she explains how programs like Veterans Talking to Veterans empower veterans to support one another and build community-based solutions to mental...
Carrie Bollock shares how one of the most painful periods of her life became the foundation for a deeper sense of purpose. In this episode, she reflects on her journey through suicidal ideation, treatment, and recovery—and how restoration didn’t come from erasing the past, but from learning how to live alongside it with support and intention.This conversation centers on hope, resilience, and the power of using lived experience to help...
In this powerful episode of One Minute Can Save A Life, Dr. Kent Corso speaks with Dr. Silas Sessions, Executive Director of the Kentucky Office of Veteran Services, about the critical intersection of faith, veteran mental health, and suicide prevention. The conversation explores how faith communities, public policy, and clinical resources can work together to support veterans, reduce suicide risk, and strengthen protective factors across...
Author and seasoned clinician Brittany Bennett joins Dr. Kent Corso to break down common difficulties like depression, explaining how to recognize when life transitions, emotional strain, or prolonged discomfort may signal a need for professional support. They discuss novel approaches to seeking help, including the decision-making process and gaining support from those who are not our closest loved ones. Together, they explore mental health from...
As we reflect on the past year's programs, we recognize the positive impact of community-driven efforts and the necessity of fostering connectedness among individuals, especially during the holiday season, which can evoke feelings of isolation for many. Our esteemed guest, Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon, revisits the ongoing initiatives aimed at addressing behavioral health challenges in the state, particularly in light of recent observations...
In this episode of One Minute Can Save a Life, Marlene and Debbie speak from the heart about the profound loss of their children to suicide. Through their stories, they reveal the raw realities of grief and the strength it takes to keep moving forward.Together, they reflect on the signs they wish they had recognized, the importance of open conversations about mental health, and the power of community in breaking the silence surrounding suicide....
