Black Dog Institute is a global pioneer in the identification, prevention and treatment of mental illness and the promotion of well-being. Our unique approach incorporates clinical services with research, education and the voice of lived experience to reduce the incidence of mental illness and suicide, remove stigma and improve lives.
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Various hosts and guests take a look at people making a difference. It started out as an innovative book about leadership and civic engagement. Four years later, it’s successfully morphed into a weekly KVMR radio series about, you guessed it, leadership and civic engagement.
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Helen Fitanides, Sierra Streams Institite
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Lori Burkart Frank interviews Helen Fitanides, Director of Science for Sierra Streams Institute and co-founder of Embodiment Dance Collective. Helen has a passion for connecting people to their environment and bringing audiences new experiences through authentic expression in the air through aerial dance.…
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eMHPrac Webinar 75: Online Experiences and Adolescent Mental Health
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Screen-based devices play a central role in adolescents’ daily lives, serving purposes such as education, entertainment, social interactions, and creativity. While public concern about the impact of screen use on adolescent mental health has grown, evidence of a direct link remains unclear. The association between screen use and mental health is co…
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Susan Rice, Scientist and Community Activist
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Host Keith Porter explores Susan Rice's world, including her research and consulting on the toxicology of inhaled anesthetics, and her numerous involvements that help make our community a better place.Av KVMR-FM
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Alex Keeble Toll Nevada County Office of Emergency Services
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Paul Cummings interviews Alex Keeble-Toll. She is a Senior Admin Analyst with the Nevada County Office of Emergency Services. Alex has two graduate degrees one in sociology and the other in science, Alex’ expertise lies at the nexus of people and the environment. She is specifically interested in identifying how to deploy complex information about …
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Christine McKeown, Principal, Ready Springs School
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Host Brian Buckley talks with Christine about her journey in becoming a teacher and then a school administrator, and the challenges and joys of a professional educator.Av KVMR-FM
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Mira Clark, Coordinator for CHIRP and Co-curator Uba Seo, Nisenan Arts & Culture
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Tonight, on The Sages Among Us, host Kimberly Ewing gets to talk with Mira Clark, coordinator for C.H.I.R.P. California Heritage: Indigenous Research Project and co-curator of Uba Seo- Nisenan Arts & Culture Gallery on Broad Street, Nevada City. We'll hear how she got involved with such important native work and how her background in the arts assis…
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April Glaser, Community Radio Activist and Journalist
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Host Keith Porter talks with April Glaser about her life of activism supporting community radio, her award-winning journalism and her role as a member of the board of KVMR.Av KVMR-FM
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Pepsi Helmuth, Geriatric Nurse Specialist
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Host Hollie Grimaldi Flores and Pepsi discuss the close family connections that lead Pepsi to her life's work as a nurse and as a dementia specialist. Tips on how to behave around people with Dementia, what dementia means and how to decide when it's time to seek support are just a few of the topics covered.…
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Simone Weit, Psychedelic Psychotherapist
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Paul Cummings makes his hosting debut on The Sages Among Us by interviewing Simone Weit, a licensed psychotherapist who uses low doses of psychedelics as tools in connection with traditional therapy for clients experiencing difficult periods in their lives. She maintains private clinical practices in Nevada County and Portland, Oregon. She is also …
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eMHPrac Webinar 73: How to be a Good Ally to First Nations Peoples
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Many of us know something about the post-colonization history of Australia and most have some understanding of the transgenerational impact that history has had on our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population. Nonetheless, it is often difficult to know what we need to do and how we need to be as clinicians to respect indigenous culture and …
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eMHPrac Webinar 72: eCBT for adolescents with depressive symptoms
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With the plethora of digital CBT apps and programs available, how do you select one that’s effective, safe, and engaging for teens? In this webinar Dr. Mirjana Subotic-Kerry, Senior Research Program Manager at Black Dog Institute delves into her research on digital cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and its impact on teen mental health. Mirjana sh…
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Chanthou Lam, local performing artist, founder of youth-based dance troupe CON-NEC-TION Project.
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Tonight, on The Sages Among Us, host Kimberly Ewing connects with local performing artist Chanthou Lam. They talk about her commitment to and involvement with local youth in the Arts and her youth-based dance troupe CON-NEC-TION Project that showcases our youth's talent through dance and culture.Av KVMR-FM
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Dawn Zydonis, Parks and Rec Manager, Nevada Cithy
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Host Keith Porter brings us the inside story of Dawn Zydonis, an Illinois girl who decided to check out an opportunity in California, and ended up putting down roots and becoming Parks and Recreation Manager for Nevada City.Av KVMR-FM
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Host, Lori Burkart Frank, interviews Nevada City Mayor, Gary Petersen. Mayor Petersen shares how he got to the place of Mayor from starting a career as a "hotshot" wildland firefighter to Nevada County Airport Manager, then on to Salinas as Airport Manager and Public Works director, and ultimately back to his Nevada City Victorian home.…
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Heidi Wingo, Executive Director Hospice of the Foothills
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Host Hollie Grimaldi Flores meets with Heidi Wingo to discuss Heidi's journey from the child of an Air Force Colonel to the road that brought her to her current role at Hospice of the Foothills . Her love and passion for treating the whole person rather than the symptom comes to fruition as Heidi serves Nevada County by leading Hospice of the Footh…
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Jeffrey Mason, a local community theatre artist
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Tonight, on The Sages Among Us, host Kimberly Ewing chats with local community theatre artist, Jeffrey Mason, who brings his five decades of theatre experience and passion to Nevada County. The upcoming Theatre by the Book event showcases his contributions as he writes and directs a new play called Resistance.…
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George Rebane, Scientist, Entrepreneur, Philanthropist
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Host Keith Porter learns the definition of "Flaneur" from George Rebane, while discussing his childhood as an Estonian refugee during WW II, his school years in America, his scientific engineering education, his many professional accomplishments, and his deep community involvement as a concerned and active retiree.…
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eMHPrac Webinar 71: eCBT for Adolescents with Insomnia
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Sleep is vital to mental health, especially for adolescents who are in a critical stage of development and forming lifelong habits. However, 40% of young people face significant sleep problems which can put them at risk of developing anxiety or depression. There is extensive evidence for the benefits of Cognitive Behaviour for Insomnia (CBT-I), but…
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Walter Helvin, Co-Leader of Nevada County Sunrise
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Host Maddie Davis interviews Walter Helvin about his life in Nevada County and leadership the Nevada County Chapter of "Sunrise" - an environmental advocacy group, as well as his service on Nevada County's Youth Commission. Now a student at Sierra College, Walter's passion for community service will continue during his college studies. Walter plans…
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Haley Hughes - Senior Marketer and Advocate
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Hollie Grimaldi Flores talks with Haley Hughes - New to Nevada County, Haley has a life long passion for volunteering and has found her love working with the senior population. A bright light, her message is to give back and enjoy life! Nevada County has many resources to offer the senior population and she is dedicated to helping match those who n…
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Romero Alves, Online Programming Director for Nevada City Film Festival
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Tonight on The Sages Among Us, host Kimberly Ewing talks with Romero Alves and about his role at Nevada City Film Festival as Online Programming Director.Av KVMR-FM
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Jan Maes - Nevada County Energy Action Plan Committee
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Lori Burkart Frank interviews Jan Maes, Chair of Nevada County Energy Action Plan Committee. Jan grew up in Belgium, lived in a small village in Tanzania, worked in Thailand, lived in Colorado, New York City, and rural New Hampshire before moving to Davis, California and then Grass Valley two years ago. In two years Jan has quickly immersed himself…
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eMHPrac Webinar 70: Screening and Early Intervention for People Living with Eating Disorders
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Eating disorders have low rates of early detection and intervention, but both are needed for the best outcomes. Research shows that a multi-disciplinary team including the patient's GP is needed to facilitate recovery. In this webinar, Dr Karen Speilman (Primary Care GP Advisor at InsideOut Institute) and Peta Marks (National Programs Manager at In…
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George Husaruk, Grass Valley Male Voice Choir
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Host Keith Porter outlines the fascinating life journey and current civic activities of musician and Grass Valley Male Voice Choir Music Director George Husaruk.Av KVMR-FM
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Host Maddie Davis chats with Asher Perla, birder, wildlife photographer, a graduating senior from Marysville Charter Academy for the Arts, and this year's recipient of the South Yuba River Citizens League's "Environmentalist of the Year Scholarship". Born and raised in the Yuba foothills, he has always had a love for nature, which became the focus …
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eMHPrac Webinar 69: Simple strategies for living well with Adult ADHD
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We look at neuroaffirming strategies that ADHD adults can use to live well with ADHD. Dr Sarah Barker is a clinical psychologist who is interested in approaches to living well with ADHD to increase wellbeing. This webinar is hosted by Dr Jan Orman MBBS MPsychMed. Jan is a Sydney GP with a special interest in mental health and psychological medicine…
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eMHPrac Webinar 68: Recognising and Enhancing Positive Emotion
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With Dr Jan Orman and Dr Melanie Babooram As health practitioners, we are trained to focus on the negative. But many of the people we talk to could benefit from exploring positive emotions as well. In addition to learning how to restructure and manage unpleasant emotions, we can also explore the ways they are generating positive emotions. Together …
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Cassie Robertson, Community Outreach Manager for Bright Futures for Youth
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Tonight on The Sages Among Us, host Kimberly Ewing chats and giggles with Cassie Robertson, who grew up here yet lived abroad and beyond, bringing her talents and experience back to town. She now is on the board for Nevada County Arts Council and is the Community Outreach Manager at Bright Futures for Youth.…
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Heather Thorpe, CFP and community volunteer
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Lori Burkart Frank interviews Heather Thorpe, Certified Financial Planner, and community volunteer.Av KVMR-FM
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eMHPrac Webinar 67: Smartphone apps for depression and anxiety in young people
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While there is concern that excess screentime may impact young people’s mental health, smartphone technology can also provide a gateway to providing critical support in daily life. Join Dr Imogen Bell, NHMRC Emerging Leadership Fellow and Psychologist at Orygen Digital, as she summarises the research into smartphone interventions for depression and…
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Ernie Flores Nevada Union Highschool Varsity Football Coach
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Host Hollie Grimaldi Flores chats with S. San Francisco native and Serra High School graduate, Ernie Flores who moved to Grass Valley in 1989 and began volunteering at a variety of organizations from St. Patricks Church youth program to Nevada Union High School football.Av KVMR-FM
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Keoni Allen, Owner, Sierra Foothills Construction
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Host Keith Porter talks with building contractor Keoni Allen, President of Sierra Foothills Construction, about his roots in Hawaii and Utah, and his personal connection with many historic and newer buildings in Western Nevada County. He believes his current project, reconstructing a building he originally built in the 1990's and turning it into a …
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Teresa Baker, Environmental Activist, Founder of the In Solidarity Project and Co-Founder of the Outdoorist Oath
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Teresa Baker is the founder of the In Solidarity Project and Co-Founder of the Outdoorist Oath. She is a lifelong lover of the outdoors who dedicates herself to engaging underrepresented communities in outdoor spaces to promote environmental protection. Through her work with outdoor agencies, organizations, and speaking engagements nationwide, she …
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Chad Wingo -- Publisher of The Union Newspaper
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Host Hollie Grimaldi Flores and Union Newspaper Publisher, Chad Wingo discuss the importance of supporting local media and what that means for our community.Av KVMR-FM
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eMHPrac Webinar 66: Supporting Families when Dementia Comes Knocking
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Many people experience difficulties when a family member, friend or someone under their care is diagnosed with dementia. Health professionals are increasingly being asked what community members can do to assist a person maintain their dignity and a good quality of life after a diagnosis of dementia. In this webinar we discuss these issues with Dr H…
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eMHPrac Webinar 65: Making the most of mental health questionnaires
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Measurement-based care is gaining popularity, but which questionnaire should you use and what do the data really mean? Psychometric assessment encompasses everything from neuropsychological testing to self-report questionnaires like the K10. Clinical Psychologist Dr Peter Baldwin takes us through how self-report questionnaires work, how to choose a…
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Jim Adams - Nevada Union High School Football Broadcasters and Mentor of Youth
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Host Hollie Grimaldi Flores and Jim Adams discuss the importance of mentoring youth and the challenges many youth face in today's world.Av KVMR-FM
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Bia Navarro, Brazilian-born musician/artist community leader
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Tonight, on The Sages Among Us, host Kimberly Ewing chats with Brazilian-born Bia Navarro. She is a local musician & artist living in California for 14 years and known for her cultural, musical, and educational contributions. She is involved with NorCal Curumim (coo-hu-mean) which is Brazilian for native child, a local cultural foundation. She coor…
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Lori Burkart Frank interviews Sean Grayson City Manager for Nevada City. Sean graduated as a valedictorian from Nevada Union High School and has spent his career in public service from every rank in the fire service, including Fire Chief of the City of Rialto to Interim City Manager, to coming back home to be City Manager in Nevada City.…
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Host Keith Porter helps reveal details of the life journey of Rich Crosby, a multi-faceted entrepreneur, real estate broker and developer. Rich talks about owning and operating Crosby Real Estate and Crosby Development, and his goal of mentoring others to help them identify, find and live their best life.…
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Scott Mikal-Heine, Twin Ridges School District
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Host Brian Buckley interviews Twin Ridges School District Superintendent Scott Mikal-Heine, who describes his childhood growing up on the South side of Chicago, his switch from being a builder to an educator, and his current perspectives on education and role of schools in a community.Av KVMR-FM
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Aaron Zettler-Mann, South Yuba River Citizens League
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Host Lori Burkart Frank interviews the man in charge at South Yuba River Citizens League, Executive Director Aaron Zettler-Mann. Learn about this amazing and essential community asset, and what it takes to keep it thriving.Av KVMR-FM
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Host Maddie Davis interviews Daniel Elkin, who was born in New Jersey, raised in Dallas, Texas, and educated in Upstate New York. He has lived in the Nevada County area for the past 25 years. He spent 20 years in education as a High School English teacher at both Bear River High School and Bitney Prep Charter High School. He is now the Communicatio…
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eMHPrac Webinar 64: Bonus Understanding Adult ADHD
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In this bonus episode we have an opportunity to hear from Dr Wee-Sian Woon about international models of care for ADHD. He is a GP and Clinical Editor for HealthPathways. He was awarded the Churchill Fellowship and explored models of care overseas to increase accessibility for the diagnosis and management of ADHD in adults. In this episode he share…
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eMHPrac Webinar 64: Living Well with ADHD
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We discuss the prevalence of ADHD in adults and what prompts adults to seek a diagnosis. We explore neuroaffirming approaches and strategies for living well with ADHD. We look at strategies related to organisation, memory, stimulation, and sleep. Panel: Dr Sarah Barker, is a clinical psychologist with an interest in approaches to living well with A…
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Carlos Caruncho, educator, local winemaker, and arts advocate
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Tonight, on The Sages Among Us, host Kimberly Ewing speaks with Carlos Caruncho a local educator, a wine maker and an arts advocate. Carlos weaves a story of international travel and growing up in Cuba and Russia and finds himself in Nevada County where he raises a family and finds his passion for wine and more.…
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Maddie Davis, Community Engagement Manager, SYRCL
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Host Keith Porter brings us the story of Maddie Davis, a woman who went away for college and returned to bring her talents to work as Community Engagement Manager for South Yuba River Citizens League. Maddie talks about her interests in restorative justice in education, environmental racism, local ecology, and civic engagement in her community.…
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Eileen Mello, Marketing Manager Miners Foundry and Astrologist
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Host Hollie Grimaldi Flores chats with Eileen Mello a little bit about philanthropy and fundraising but also how astrology works and its affect on how we live our livesAv KVMR-FM
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eMHPrac Webinar 63: Using Social and Emotional Wellbeing Tools with First Nations Peoples
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The WellMob website is digital library with links to over 350 online resources to support the social and emotional wellbeing (SEWB) of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Using the example of an Indigenous client presenting with depression, podcast explains how the SEWB framework is relevant to clinical and community practice and show ho…
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eMHPrac Webinar 62: Understanding Social And Emotional Wellbeing
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Many of us are aware of the term Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB), but what does SEWB mean for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and how it might impact on our clinical practice? For this brief webinar, Dr Jan Orman will be joined by Angela Sheridan, a Wiradjuri woman and member of eMHPrac's WellMob website team. The WellMob website…
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