In this inspiring episode of REAL TALK: Mental Health Sounds Like This, hosts Emma G and Rawinia Judson sit down with Andrew Buerger, a mountaineer, entrepreneur, and advocate, to explore the transformative power of turning personal adversity into purposeful action.

Andrew shares his journey from personal loss to founding Jodi’s Climb for Hope, leading over 400 climbers to raise more than $1 million for cancer and MS research. He discusses his experiences in building B’More Organic, a no-added-sugar protein drink company, and his current role as Chief Strategy Officer at Taharka Brothers Ice Cream, a Black-owned, Baltimore-based company that combines business with social impact.

Throughout the conversation, Andrew delves into:

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  The importance of resilience and finding silver linings in challenges

  
  


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  How climbing mountains parallels overcoming life's obstacles

  
  


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  The role of mission-driven entrepreneurship in personal fulfillment

  
  


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  Strategies for maintaining mental health while pursuing ambitious goals

  
  

Whether you're navigating personal challenges, leading a team, or seeking inspiration to pursue your passions, Andrew's story offers valuable insights into embracing discomfort, pushing past fear, and summiting your own biggest challenges.

🎧 Listen Now:

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  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6yF9nSlJYeeDcC8lUSPVD2

  
  


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  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/realtalk-with-emma-g-and-ra/id1810587016

  
  


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  Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/7531ab2a-02a6-4f79-9426-af11b031a552/realtalk-with-emma-g-and-ra

  
  


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  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IWek3RNXa8E

  
  

🔗 Connect with Andrew Buerger:

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  Website: www.AndrewBuerger.com

  
  


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  Instagram: @buergerandrew

  
  


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  LinkedIn: Andrew Buerger

  
  

📌 Stay Connected:

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  Emma G: @emmagmusic or https://emmagmusic.com

  
  


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  Rawinia Judson: @rawinia__judson or https://rawiniajudson.com/

  
  

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