Hope Starts With Us

Access to mental health care services has grown over time, but there is still work to be done. In this episode, guest host Dr. Christine Crawford, NAMI’s chief medical officer, speaks with Sara Imtiaz, NAMI’s director of innovation, about how NAMI is working to increase access to care. Throughout their conversation, listeners will hear from Sara about her personal experiences with mental health care services and why they drive her to expand access. Learn about how NAMI is innovating in mental...

At the start of the 2026-2027 NBA season, five-time All-Star NBA player Kevin Love joins NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr. to discuss athlete mental health. Rooted in his personal experiences, Kevin Love explores breaking the silence, moving past stigma, and finding help. Throughout their conversation, the pair talk about what it means to identify as an athlete, the pressure that comes along with athletics, and his advice for student athletes. Coaches, trusted adults, and student athletes will...

Tune in for a conversation between American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) Senior Vice President of Research Dr. Jill Harkavy-Friedman and NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr. During their conversation, the pair discusses the ways that both NAMI and AFSP turn science into hopeful action for people affected by either mental health conditions or suicide. Listeners will hear from Dr. Jill Harkavy-Friedman what research has been inspiring hope for her, themes of impactful interventions, and...

In this episode, Peloton instructor and singer Camila Ramón joins guest host, Dr. Christine Crawford, NAMI’s chief medical officer. Camila Ramón has led a lifelong journey with exercise and fitness at the core, first as a dancer in her youth and now as a cycling, running, and strength instructor with Peloton. Her experiences weren’t always full of acceptance and body positivity, though. Together, Camila and Dr. Crawford explore navigating Hispanic cultural expectations, repairing relationship...

Ahead of National Voter Registration Day, this episode explores the importance of advocacy and taking action by voting for mental health. Brandon Graham, NAMI’s director of advocacy, joined NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr. for a conversation about advocating about mental health and how people can get involved. Throughout their discussion, Brandon will also share the top reasons to vote for mental health and resources for making sure listeners are ready to vote this November. Learn more...