Host Dan Murphy sat down with Canadian Men’s Health Foundation founder, Dr. Larry Goldenberg to discuss how CMHF came to life from a need to address a missing piece of the family health puzzle. Together, they discuss the health issues that get a man’s attention, the difference between life and health expectancy and the stages when health awareness becomes most important. Watch this episode @menshealthfoundation Move For Your Mental Health: menshealthfoundation.ca Men's Health A-Z Men’s Health CheckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Olympian and CMHF National Champion, Simon Whitfield and UBC Associate Professor, Dr. Eli Puterman joined guest host Buzz Bishop for the first of four weekly episodes in June on the subject - Move For Your Mental Health - an annual campaign by the Canadian Men’s Health Foundation (CMHF). Hear simple advice on how much physical activity you need, what type of exercise benefits us most and how doing something hard actually helps better manage stress. Move For Your Mental Health menshealthfoundation.caSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sports & entertainment broadcaster and host of the Boomsies! podcast, Dan O’Toole takes us behind the scenes of his career and personal journey with substance abuse. Hear what advice helped him through rehab, how sobriety rewarded him with stronger friendships, and how asking for help has become easier as he looks back at what he’s accomplished. If you or someone you know has an alcohol addiction, talk to a healthcare professional for a safe treatment plan. Access these resources to learn more.  Don’t Change Much news. Sign up for more men’s health tips: dontchangemuch.caSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If eating healthy feels like an all or nothing goal, the good news is it doesn’t have to be. This episode explores how small, sustainable changes to our diet ultimately provide the greatest benefits. Chef Ned Bell and registered dietitian Caitlin Boudreau joined guest host Buzz Bishop to talk about why healthy eating matters, where to start and serve up simple advice to help us eat and live well.  A Guy’s Guide to Eating Healthy https://menshealthfoundation.ca/guys-guide-eating-healthy/ Don’t Change Much news. Sign up for more men’s health tips: dontchangemuch.caSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With a flip of the script, Dan Murphy moves into the spotlight as featured guest in this episode, interviewed by CMHF National Champion Buzz Bishop. Learn what makes Dan tick and what simple lifestyle changes to improve health and wellbeing means to him. MEN’S HEALTH CHECK: menshealthfoundation.ca/mens-health-check MEN’S HEALTH CHECKLIST: menshealthfoundation.ca/mens-health-checklist Don’t Change Much news. Sign up for more men’s health tips: dontchangemuch.caSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does it take to make positive, lasting changes to our health? For Drex, morning radio host of Jack FM Vancouver, a major heart attack at the age of 43 signaled an urgent wake up call. Drex revisits his life-changing experience to share what he’s learned and how he now prioritizes a healthy lifestyle. He also delivers an important message: listen to your body, don’t ignore warning signs and get checked! MEN’S HEALTH CHECK: https://menshealthfoundation.ca/mens-health-check MEN’S HEALTH CHECKLIST: http://menshealthfoundation.ca/mens-health-checklist Don’t Change Much news. Sign up for more men’s health tips: https://dontchangemuch.caSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How does showing vulnerability demonstrate strength? Former CFL All-Star and Grey Cup Champion, Shea Emry and Dr. Matthew Chow, a clinical specialist in mental health, joined guest host Buzz Bishop to explain. They share their own experiences with mental health and discuss how increased awareness and resources have provided more opportunities for men to ask for help and make positive changes.  MindFit Toolkit: menshealthfoundation.caSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Corey Hirsch speaks candidly about living with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), what challenges he faced to address it and the power of sharing his story with others. The former NHL goaltender, coach and Olympic silver medalist revisits his experience of losing a loved one to mental illness and what it took for him to manage the trauma while in crisis and long-term. This episode ends with a conversation with clinical psychologist, Dr. Melanie Badali, who shares her experience as a healthcare professional on how to help someone in crisis. MindFit Toolkit: menshealthfoundation.ca Need Help Now?  If you or someone you know is in immediate danger or needs urgent medical care call 911. If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts, call 1-833-456-4566 toll free (In QC: 1-866-277-3553), 24/7 or visit talksuicide.ca.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former NHL defenceman turned broadcaster, Kevin Bieksa balances a full schedule. With two teenage kids, a hockey academy in Southern California, weekend duties as a national voice on Hockey Night in Canada and considerable travel for both roles, he continues to make health & wellness a priority. Listen to his conversation with host and colleague, Dan Murphy about what motivates and challenges him most when it comes to staying on top of his health and how becoming an outspoken mental health advocate started with the need to educate himself so he could support friends and loved ones.  Download the Men’s Health Checklist: https://menshealthfoundation.ca/mens-health-checklist/ Sign up for more men’s health tips: https://dontchangemuch.caSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's no secret, men often put their health last on the priority list. What do you do when it's someone you love and there are serious warning signs? Accomplished TV and radio broadcaster Jody Vance became a men’s health advocate after supporting her father through stage 4 prostate cancer, and later Alzheimer’s.  She joins host Dan Murphy to talk about her father’s story, his message to other guys, and the important role family can play in prioritizing your health.  Men’s Health Check: menshealthfoundation.ca/mens-health-check Subscribe for men’s health tips: dontchangemuch.caSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why does nature give us a sense of wellbeing? The teachings of First Nations cultures offer a profound answer and inspiration for all people and cultures. The significance of the natural environment in First Nations cultures is its connection to every aspect of life from identity, beliefs and traditions to the power to heal. In this episode, host Dan Murphy is joined by Henry Morgan, of the Gitxsan Nation and Frank Cohn, co-Director of DUDES Club Society, an Indigenous men’s wellness organization. Morgan explains the practice of land-based healing, his own relationship to nature and how helping others to re-connect or experience the natural environment for the first time helps heal trauma and strengthen cultural identity in First Nations communities. Visit menshealthfoundation.ca to learn about the Canadian Men's Health Foundation and dontchangemuch.ca to subscribe to our free monthly newsletter for more helpful health tips.Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide diagnosis or be a substitute for professional medical advice from a healthcare practitioner. You should not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a medical or health condition. If you have or suspect you have a medical or health problem, promptly consult your healthcare practitioner. While this podcast is carefully reviewed, the Canadian Men's Health Foundation does not take responsibility or liability for the medical accuracy of the information provided by its host or guests and is not liable for any direct or indirect claim, loss or damage arising from use of this podcast. It is the listeners' responsibility to check the accuracy and relevance of the information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it comes to managing adversity, Olympic gold medalist Adam Kreek has a lifetime of experience, not just as an athlete but as a father and an entrepreneur. He shares some of his most challenging moments in this episode: Values, Purpose and Courage: Adopting the Mindset of a Champion.Kreek is an executive business coach, two-time Olympian and a CMHF National Champion. He holds 60 international medals, including Olympic Gold and multiple hall of fame inductions. In 2013, Adam made the first-ever attempt to row unsupported across the Atlantic Ocean from Africa to America. Adam is a best-selling author and published The Responsibility Ethic in 2019. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide a diagnosis or be a substitute for professional medical advice from a healthcare practitioner. You should not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a medical or health condition. If you have or suspect you have a medical or health problem, promptly consult your healthcare practitioner. While this podcast is carefully reviewed, the Canadian Men's Health Foundation does not take responsibility or liability for the medical accuracy of the information provided by its host or guests and is not liable for any direct or indirect claim, loss or damage arising from the use of this podcast. It is the listeners' responsibility to check the accuracy and relevance of the information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How many of us have missed the chance to have an important conversation because we didn’t know how to start it or what to say? Finding the right approach to talk about mental health, acknowledge grief or build a meaningful connection with someone we care about can be difficult. In this episode, Riaz Meghji offers a wealth of experience on the subject as a human connection expert, keynote speaker and author, in an informative conversation with host, Dan Murphy. Meghji’s 17 years of broadcast experience along with thousands of interviews, honed his ability to get to the heart-of-the-matter with his guests. He relates some of his most profound experiences, lessons learned on social connection during the pandemic and shares what compelled him to prioritize his own health and his family’s. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide a diagnosis or be a substitute for professional medical advice from a healthcare practitioner. You should not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a medical or health condition. If you have or suspect you have a medical or health problem, promptly consult your healthcare practitioner. While this podcast is carefully reviewed, the Canadian Men's Health Foundation does not take responsibility or liability for the medical accuracy of the information provided by its host or guests and is not liable for any direct or indirect claim, loss or damage arising from the use of this podcast. It is the listeners' responsibility to check the accuracy and relevance of the information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The benefits of interaction with family, friends and communities are tremendous for our overall health and wellbeing, so why are mental health challenges managed alone, especially by men? The subject of this episode is: Mental Health Is A Team Game. Canada Soccer’s head coach, John Herdman joins host Dan Murphy to discuss his early experience with mental health and the difficult lessons he learned about awareness and the power of the mind. Herdman shares that the pandemic proved to be the most difficult period of his career and how leaning into exercise and nutrition helped combat sleep debt and anxiety. His direct approach to conversations about mental health offer a powerful example of how acknowledging vulnerability, asking for help and identifying personal challenges can affect positive change. John Herdman led Canada Soccer’s Men’s Team to qualify for the 2022 World Cup, Canada’s first berth in 36 years. He is the only Head Coach to qualify both men’s and women’s teams for the World Cup. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide diagnosis or be a substitute for professional medical advice from a healthcare practitioner. You should not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a medical or health condition. If you have or suspect you have a medical or health problem, promptly consult your healthcare practitioner. While this podcast is carefully reviewed, the Canadian Men's Health Foundation does not take responsibility or liability for the medical accuracy of the information provided by its host or guests and is not liable for any direct or indirect claim, loss or damage arising from use of this podcast. It is the listeners' responsibility to check the accuracy and relevance of the information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anxiety is one of the most common mental health concerns, yet most men don’t talk about it or ask for help. This episode is called Facing Anxiety. Joined by country music superstar, Dallas Smith and Canadian Men’s Health Foundation President & CEO, TC Carling, host Dan Murphy speaks to both men about their personal experiences with anxiety and depression. This open, honest conversation reminds us that anxiety and mental health challenges can affect anyone, including those who are thriving in other aspects of their lives. Listen as both men discuss their own process of discovery, what they now know and the effective tools and resources they use to take control of their mental health. Dallas Smith is an award-winning country music superstar and founder of the Lifted Dallas Smith Charitable Foundation; a non-profit organization committed to ensuring mental health services are available to anyone and everyone in need. TC Carling is President and CEO of the Canadian Men’s Health Foundation. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide diagnosis or be a substitute for professional medical advice from a healthcare practitioner. You should not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a medical or health condition. If you have or suspect you have a medical or health problem, promptly consult your healthcare practitioner. While this podcast is carefully reviewed, the Canadian Men's Health Foundation does not take responsibility or liability for the medical accuracy of the information provided by its host or guests and is not liable for any direct or indirect claim, loss or damage arising from use of this podcast. It is the listeners' responsibility to check the accuracy and relevance of the information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is about Fatherhood and Positive Mentorship, and features a conversation with Dr. David Kuhl, Kelly Hrudey and host Dan Murphy. The most powerful and formative relationship in a child’s life is the one they share with their parents. Yet the importance of a father’s role in a child’s development lacks research, guidance and even awareness. Dr. Kuhl’s clinical and anecdotal evidence emphasizes the importance of fatherhood and draws a connection to the personal experiences of all three men. They discuss relationships with their own fathers, applying that experience now and reinforce the value of connecting with their own kids. Kelly Hrudey is a Sportsnet and Hockey Night in Canada analyst and former NHL goaltender. Dr. David Kuhl is a UBC professor in the Faculty of Medicine & co-founder of Blueprint: a non-profit that strives to impact society by improving men’s well-being and enhancing their positive contribution to communities. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide diagnosis or be a substitute for professional medical advice from a healthcare practitioner. You should not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a medical or health condition. If you have or suspect you have a medical or health problem, promptly consult your healthcare practitioner. While this podcast is carefully reviewed, the Canadian Men's Health Foundation does not take responsibility or liability for the medical accuracy of the information provided by its host or guests and is not liable for any direct or indirect claim, loss or damage arising from use of this podcast. It is the listeners' responsibility to check the accuracy and relevance of the information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We all know about the physical benefits of exercise, but how does it benefit our mental health? What’s the connection and why don’t more of us make it a priority? In this episode, Move Your Body For Your Mind, host Dan Murphy talks to Dr. Jennifer Heisz and Trevor Linden about the importance of exercise and how it positively affects their own mental health. From strengthening our resiliency to improving social connections to reducing anxiety, this episode offers the encouragement we all need to exercise and improve our mental health. Trevor Linden is a former NHL player and NHL executive and Dr. Heisz is an Associate Professor at McMaster University, Director, NeuroFitLab.com and researcher of brain-body connections. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide diagnosis or be a substitute for professional medical advice from a healthcare practitioner. You should not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a medical or health condition. If you have or suspect you have a medical or health problem, promptly consult your healthcare practitioner. While this podcast is carefully reviewed, the Canadian Men's Health Foundation does not take responsibility or liability for the medical accuracy of the information provided by its host or guests and is not liable for any direct or indirect claim, loss or damage arising from use of this podcast. It is the listeners' responsibility to check the accuracy and relevance of the information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Don’t Change Much Podcast is about men’s mental and physical health and conversations that build awareness, educate and provide simple lifestyle tips to help men and their families take action for better well-being.  Each episode, host Dan Murphy is joined by Canada’s top influencers, world class athletes and subject matter experts who share their lived experiences and insights for better mental and physical health.  The goal is to have real conversations about the things so many of us don’t prioritize: lowering stress, eating healthier, getting active and the impacts of not taking care of ourselves.  Don’t Change Much is all about encouraging men to make simple changes that can have a big impact on their health, their families and their communities. Better health doesn’t have to mean a lifestyle overhaul. The Don’t Change Much Podcast premieres June 7, 2022.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.