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35: Survival Ain't Pretty (LIVE from Raritan Valley Community College)

March 28, 2018 / Craig Bidiman

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WELCOME TO THE EDUPUNX PODCAST

This is a special episode of the podcast because it features a talk/performance that I gave at Raritan Valley Community College in Somerville/Bridgewater, New Jersey last week! The talk is called, "Survival Ain't Pretty," and it's a talk that I've delivered a few times now, and I love doing it because it allows me to include my music and my poetry throughout the talk of me describing my life as someone who has lived with, survived, and struggled with ADHD, addiction, and mental illness.

There is a lot covered in this talk, and I know it might feel like a lot to take in, but after having done this podcast for over 9 months now, I felt it was time to truly let folks in on who I am as a person, especially at such a pivotal moment in my life and my exploration of mental health support services. Being vulnerable like this isn't easy, but it's something I've become quite accustom to over the years.

If you like this talk that I deliver, please feel free to reach out with your thoughts, and if you'd like to book me to speak on your campus - please use my website (visit my Public Speaking page) or email me at CraigBidiman@gmail.com. I also cover the topics of sexual health, sexual assault prevention/consent, and leadership/authenticity.

And if you're interested in seeing some video from this talk, here is a link to me performing, "Sit Still."

Reminder: This episode was bumped up due to technical difficulties with this week's In Between Spins episode, which will post this weekend, so stay tuned!

MUSIC NOTES:
- You get to hear tunes from my EP, "Farewell," as well as live recordings of me performing the song, "Taking its Toll," from my 2013 EP, "With Foreign Lips and Strange Tongues," AND a new song that's yet to be officially released, "Full of Fear."
- I also perform two spoken word pieces on this episode - one is called, "Bastard Son," and is also on the "Farewell" EP, the other is a brand new piece called, "Sit Still."
- If you like what you heard, please visit anotherpoormusician.bandcamp.com!

- Don't forget! You can use the promo code EDUPUNX over at Spartan Records to get 20% off your next purchase through their site!

As always, you can CHECK OUT THE NEW SPOTIFY PLAYLIST!

ADVERTISING NOTES:
- This week, I shared information about the National Suicide Prevention lifeline. The holidays can be difficult for many people for many different reasons and sometimes it can feel like too much - so please know that you have an outlet in case you need someone to speak with when you aren't feeling great.
- Call 1-800-279-TALK (8255) if you need some support.
- And feel free to reach out to us on social or via email if you need someone to talk with as well! we're here for you - we love you.

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- Follow along on Instagram and Twitter @eduPUNXpod!

Thanks so much for tuning in and I'll see you this weekend when we post the new episode of In Between Spins!

Up the punx!
Let's get to work.

- CRAIG.

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34: Sheridan Allen (Punk Talks) & Mental Health Advocacy in the Scene

March 21, 2018 / Craig Bidiman

WELCOME TO THE EDUPUNX PODCAST!

Sheridan Allen is the founder and director of Punk Talks, which is a nonprofit dedicated to supporting folks in the music industry with free mental health services. Sheridan currently hails from Philadelphia and is a trained therapist, social worker, and all-around great human being.

Punk Talks aims to provide free mental health assistance to bands, industry professionals, and fans while also educating and raising awareness of mental health and self-care. Punk Talks just officially became a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, so we get into that process, as well as what Sheridan has learned over the last three years of running the organization. This conversation is full of advocating for mental health support and community building, we both share out personal experiences with mental illness and survival - and share a number of ideas for how you can find support and help your friends as well.

MUSIC NOTES:
- This week you heard tunes from the new self-titled album from Honey and Salt, which is due out on Spartan Records on April 6!
- Spartan Records is offering 20% off you next purchase through their webstore at SpartanRecords.com - just enter the promo code: EDUPUNX at checkout and it'll be added to your order!
- I played the songs, "A Nihilist Takes up Knitting," and "Simple Errors" during this episode, and if you liked what you heard from Honey and Saly, definitely check out the album when it drops in a couple weeks!

As always, you can CHECK OUT THE NEW SPOTIFY PLAYLIST!

ADVERTISING NOTES:
- This week we featured Punk Talks, which just celebrated its third year of existence, and in that time, it has toured around the country to spread its message while gaining the support of bands and industry professionals in the community for the positive impact it has had on mental health awareness in emo, punk, and DIY.
- It has been endorsed and supported by bands such as Modern Baseball, Turnover, You Blew It, Free Throw, Somos, Spraynard, Dikembe, and many others.
- Make sure to visit PunkTalks.org for more information!
- You don't have to be sad to make great music.

- I also plugged the Art of Survival, my nonprofit that makes pieces of art for trauma survivors. As we enter April, which is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, we hope to share a new set of stories from survivors so that we can continue to create a community of healing. Visit artissurvival.com/share-your-story if you'd like to share a story with us!

Thanks so much for tuning in and I'll see you next week!

Up the punx!
Let's get to work.

- CRAIG.

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tags / mental health, music therapy, music, therapy, social work

32: Julien Baker & Music as Recovery

March 07, 2018 / Craig Bidiman

WELCOME TO THE EDUPUNX PODCAST

Julien Baker is one of the brightest up-and-coming performers in music today. And long before she was selling out theatres all over the world, and opening for the likes of Iron and Wine, Jason Isbell, and Paramore, she was gigging in basements, VFW halls, and living rooms. Julien's DIY roots are one of the main reasons I wanted to chat with her.

This is an expansive chat that covers a variety of topics from mental health to recovery, to the political landscape and the education system. Julien is one of the most brilliant young minds in the world today, so it was incredibly fun to pick her brain in such a relaxed and genuine manner.

MUSIC NOTES:
- You get to hear tunes from Julien's new album, "Turn Out the Lights," which was released in October through Matador Records. You can still snag physical copies through their store!
- I share snippets of her songs, "Hurt Less," "Turn Out the Lights," and "Appointments."
- During Jaclyn's ad, you also get to hear some of Julien's song, "Brittle Boned," from her debut LP, "Sprained Ankle," the roots of which is chronicled in this conversation. You can also snag a copy of that album through 6131 Records!

ADVERTISING NOTES:
- Today's episode is selfishly sponsored by our own nonprofit, The Art of Survival! You can check out more about what we do for survivors of trauma, by visiting www.artissurvival.com.
- We are back after taking a few months off from sharing stories and we are excited to continue sharing powerful and important experiences from people all over the world.
- So if you, or someone you know, has a story of survival to share with us, and would like to receive a free piece of art from us, reach out and let us know!

- This episode is also sponsored by In Between Spins, which is the new femme and nonbinary music project of our friend, Jaclyn O'Connell!
- In Between Spins launches tomorrow (March 8) on International Women's Day! So make sure you follow her work over at inbetweenspins.com - and follow on Twitter and Instagram to check out all of the goodies she's gonna share with the world!

VINYL GIVEAWAY RULES:
- Who doesn't love a nice giveaway?! Well, here is our FIRST!
- If you want to win a vinyl copy of the new S. Carey album, "Hundred Acres," AND the new Hovvdy album, "Cranberry," please share this image on your Twitter and/or Instagram accounts! Make sure to follow @AllstonPudding, @eduPUNXPod, and @inbetweenspins to make sure you get entered to win!

- You have until THIS FRIDAY, March 9th at 8pm EST to enter the giveaway - at which point, we will contact a winner and arrange shipment! Enter on both Twitter and Instagram to double your chances - and please help us spread the word!

Thanks so much for tuning in and we will be back this later week with an extra episode with Julien!

Up the punx!
Let's get to work.

- CRAIG.

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31: Chris Rosonina & Supporting Adults with Intellectual Disabilities

February 21, 2018 / Craig Bidiman

WELCOME TO THE EDUPUNX PODCAST!

Chris Rosonina is a photographer, vinyl collector, and support staff for adults with intellectual disabilities (ID). In this episode, we question Chris about his work, how he supports folks with ID, and what it looks like to change career paths when you've found a different calling in life.

If you're in the Eastern Mass - Providence area, you've likely seen Chris at a gig taking pictures and rocking out - so we hope you get to learn more about him as a person, as a music lover, and as professional who works with a very misunderstood and stigmatized identity group.

Make sure to give Chris a follow on Instagram @__sea.roses__!

MUSIC NOTES:
- In this episode, you got to hear tunes from the new Motel Art EP, "Continental Breakfast," which is a sick post-hardcore act from Haverhill, Mass. I just played a gig with them over the weekend and I really loved their style and performance and I'm excited to share their tunes with you!
- You get to hear the songs, "My Body" and "Better Off Leaving" during this episode and if you like what you hear, please check out the rest of their EP over at MotelArtband.bandcamp.com.

As always, you can CHECK OUT THE NEW SPOTIFY PLAYLIST!

ADVERTISING NOTES:
- This week we hyped up Half Access - which is the nonprofit founded by our eighth guest, Cassie Wilson. Half Access was started with the purpose of amassing as much venue accessibility information as possible to inform venues across the country and the world about how to better construct and renovate spaces to accommodate the needs of disabled music goers.
- Visit HalfAccess.org/contact to reach out to Cassie and volunteer your time to supporting the cause of making music venues for inclusive and accessible so that our communities can truly thrive.

Thanks so much for tuning in and I'll see you next week!

Up the punx!
Let's get to work.

- CRAIG.

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14: Katy Hamm & Mental Health in the Workplace

September 19, 2017 / Craig Bidiman

WELCOME BACK TO THE EDUPUNX PODCAST!

This week is a special episode for a few reasons! Primarily, I get to chat with my best friend and partner, Katy Hamm. Also, it's a week where we get to talk about one of my favorite topics - mental health. Well, it's one of OUR favorite topics because Katy and I talk about mental health almost every single day - so it was nice to record a chat with them this week.

Katy is the Student Activities Coordinator at Lesley University in Cambridge, Mass - where feelings and mental health are consistent topics of conversation. Katy does a lot of work to destigmatize mental health in the workplace, so they're bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to this conversation. And we hope you enjoy this week's episode!

CONTENT WARNING: We dive into the topics of depression, anxiety, traumas, PTSD, and suicidality within this episode, which might be triggering for some listeners.

EPISODE NOTES:
- Last week was Suicide Prevention Week, and in honor of that, I wrote a blog post about managing mental health in the workplace for my friends in Presence. You should definitely look at this conversation as an extension of this post.
- Back before we started dating, Katy and I wrote a fun collaborative blog post about the healing power of music and how it got both of us into the field.
- Katy works at Lesley University, which is where expressive arts therapy was created! Lots of feelings at Lesley.
- Katy’s wrote a powerful post about loss.
- Here is a blog post I wrote about my mental health.
- Make sure to know your rights if you suffer with mental illness - the ADA can be your friend.
- I love that Katy and I are both big fans of the book, The Virgin Suicides - kind of ironic for this week's topic, but such a powerful story.
- 30 Rock is a very important and influential TV show for Katy - who loves a lot of TV.
- It's sort of telling that Katy's favorite movie is Idiocracy - such a wonderful allegory of today's political climate.
- If you know Katy, you know their favorite band to see live is Every Time I Die. And lately they've been all about the newer pop punk band, Waterparks!

MUSIC NOTES:
- This week I featured tunes from the band, RANGES, who release its new album, "The Ascensionist" THIS FRIDAY through A Thousand Arms Music (US) and dunk!records (EU). Pick up the vinyl, CD, or a digital copy through AThousandarms.com or rangesmusic.com!
- You get to hear the title track, which has a shiny new video that you can watch!
- Also featured on the episode are the songs, "The Greater Light," as well as "In the Arms of Kings and Gods," and you can hear more from the new album at their bandcamp page.

ADVERTISING NOTES:
- This week I hyped up A Thousand Arms, which is a brilliant design and merch company that has done amazing things for almost every post rock instrumental band that exists!
- You can order unique merch - including screen-printed posters, shirts, hoodies, slipmats, hats, and koozies - by visiting http://www.athousandarms.com/printing today!
- A Thousand Arms guarantee a 2-week turnaround and delivery from the date payment is received. Delivered locally if in the Bozeman area or shipped worldwide. Full payment is required up-front. They accept most forms of payment, please inquire in your quote request as to which method you prefer. Any and all questions, along with quote requests can be sent via email to printing@athousandarms.com.

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Thanks so much for tuning in and I'll see you next week!

Up the punx!
Let's get to work.

- CRAIG.

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tags / mental health, supervision, authenticity, suicide, depression, anxiety

9: Greg Jungwirth & Being a Doctor

August 08, 2017 / Craig Bidiman

WELCOME BACK TO THE EDUPUNX PODCAST!

This week I am chatting with one of my eldest friends, Greg Jungwirth! Greg and I go way back - all the way back to McNary High School in Keizer, Oregon. Back then it was a lot of playing poker on the weekends, making crappy movies, and playing pickup sports whenever we could. Today, we're both very educated and Greg is now a Resident Physician at Valley Medical Center in Renton, Washington!

While I was (and am) a major goofball, Greg is the smartest person I know - while also being a goofball. So it was very cool to have a serious conversation, as adults, about healthcare and what it's like maneuvering the complicated minefield of being a doctor. I learned SO MUCH in this conversation, as we dove into the shady backroom deals that were being made in the recent attempts to repeal the Affordable Care Act and what that uncertainty looked like in his medical center. I hope you enjoy learning today!

EPISODE NOTES:
Here's some stuff that Greg and I mentioned during this episode!
- Check out Greg's physician profile at Valley Medical center by visiting their site!
- Greg makes a great reference to a recent episode of Adam Ruins Everything, which focused on the costs of hospitals - you can check out a clip of this episode here.
- A big James bond fan, Greg ranks his favorites as “Skyfall," “The Man with the Golden Gun,” and “Goldeneye," which in all fairness is the only answer.
- Greg and I are both big nerds for the album, “Deja Entendu,” by Brand New - takes me back.
- I genuinely did not know that Greg was a big Kurt Vonnegut fan, but I was glad to hear that he also loved the lesser known brilliant piece, "Godbless You, Mr. Rosewater," which contains a lot of great messages that we could use today.
- Another consistency in our friendship is our love of the movie, "Snatch," which is Greg's favorite movie, and my second favorite - only behind "the Big Lebowski."

album artwork for Boy Rex's "Better Vision."

MUSIC NOTES:
- Big thanks to our record label sponsor of the week, Near Mint Records, for providing this week's tunes. Make sure to check out more tunes from Near Mint by visiting wearenearmint.com!
- This week's tunes come from the new Boy Rex album, "Better Vision." It's one of my favorite albums of the year this year so far!
- Make sure to check out more work from Boy Rex by visiting theboyrex.bandcamp.com or theboyrex.com - you can snag physical copies of their tunes and/or stream it all there!
- You can also check out their current tour dates with Tyler Daniel Bean! Get to the gig!

ADVERTISING NOTES:
- This week's episode is sponsored by Plucking Yew Promotions and Matt Palmer Media. Are you an artist or musician? Do you need some quick design work done? Reach out to Matt Palmer! He's an incredibly talented based in the midwest and would love to help you out! Visit mattpalmermedia.com for more info on how to commission work from him!

FOLLOW, RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!
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- Follow along on Instagram and Twitter @eduPUNXpod!

See you next week!
Let's get to work.

- Craig.

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35: Survival Ain't Pretty (LIVE from Raritan Valley Community College)

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34: Sheridan Allen (Punk Talks) & Mental Health Advocacy in the Scene

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32: Julien Baker & Music as Recovery

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31: Chris Rosonina & Supporting Adults with Intellectual Disabilities

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14: Katy Hamm & Mental Health in the Workplace

WELCOME BACK TO THE EDUPUNX PODCAST!

- CRAIG.

9: Greg Jungwirth & Being a Doctor

WELCOME BACK TO THE EDUPUNX PODCAST!