Going There with Dr. Mike
Sound Mind Live and Consequence of Sound present Going There. Hosted by licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Mike, the weekly series aims to create a safe space for musicians to have honest, healthy conversations about mental health. Each episode covers the experience of artists and creatives as it pertains to specific issues, be it depression, anxiety, addiction, whatever they bring to the table. In the end, the goal is to de-stigmatize these topics and learn from each other. So, join us at the crossroads where music and mental health meet.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 48 minutes
- Episodes
- 93
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Mindful Rewind: Shamir on Living with Bipolar Disorder
On this archival and finale episode of the Going There podcast, Shamir joins Dr. Mike Friedman on the series premiere of Going There to discuss his journey living and coping with bipolar disorder. Th…
Mindful Rewind: Vic Mensa on How Vulnerability is a Super Power
On this archival episode of the Going There podcast, Vic Mensa discusses the importance of vulnerability when it comes to our mental health journeys. Listen to the artist talk about his own struggles…
Until the Ribbon Breaks on the Relationship Between Anxiety and Alcoholism
For the final episode Going There with Dr. Mike Season 5, Until the Ribbon Breaks’ Pete Lawrie-Winfield joins to talk about the link between anxiety and the devastating cycle of addiction. Listen to …
Mindful Rewind: Jewel Knows That the Tide of Mental Health Always Comes Back In
On this archival episode, Jewel joins the Going There podcast to discuss her personal mental health journey and how she learned to accept the changing tides of wellness. Listen to her insights now.
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Lindsey Stirling on Shattering the Control of an Eating Disorder
Violinist, songwriter, dancer, and all-around polymath Lindsey Stirling stops by the Going There podcast to talk with Dr. Mike about her mental health journey, including opening up about her experien…
Mindful Rewind: MUNA Embrace Love and Acceptance
On this archival episode, indie pop band MUNA join Going There to discuss the potentially harmful effects rigid, binary thinking can have on our mental health and well-being. Listen to their insight…
Kenzie on How Managing Unhealthy Family Relationships Led to "anatomy"
This week on Going There with Dr. Mike, singer and actor Mackenzie Ziegler, otherwise known as Kenzie, opens up about her personal mental health journey. Listen to Kenzie talk about the importance of…
Mindful Rewind: Halestorm's Lzzy Hale on How Mental Health Monsters Feed on Each Other
In this archival episode, Lzzy Hale of Halestorm discusses how her fame doesn't preclude her from having mental health issues. Listen to her thoughts on this throwback episode of Going There with Dr.…
Aaron Lee Tasjan on Conversing with His Anxiety
This week on Going There with Dr. Mike, songwriter and producer Aaron Lee Tasjan opens up the importance of perspective, awareness, and how he healthily processes his anxiety by communicating directl…
Mindful Rewind: A Conversation with Faye Webster About Isolation and Depression
In this archival episode, indie folk artist (and former Consequence Cover Star) Faye Webster joins Going There with Dr. Mike to speak about her struggle with isolation and depression. Listen to the i…
jxdn on the Common Thread in Mental Health
jxdn (pronounced "Jaden") is an American singer-songwriter who rose to fame on TikTok before launching his music career in 2020. His debut single, "Comatose," became a hit and was followed by collabo…
Mindful Rewind: Julien Baker on Living with Depression and OCD
In this archival episode, Julien Baker joins Going There with Dr. Mike to discuss her experience struggling with depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). The singer-songwriter shares how d…
Jeremiah Fraites on Navigating the Seasons of Life
This week on Going There with Dr. Mike, The Lumineers’ Jeremiah Fraites goes deep into his mental health journey, diving into his relationship with negative space and staring down the void. Listen to…
Mindful Rewind: How Mary Lambert Makes Mental Health More "Legible"
Musician Mary Lambert shares her struggle with bipolar disorder on the latest episode of Going There with Dr. Mike.
The Grammy Award-nominated singer-songwriter speaks with Dr. Mike Friedman about how…
Marcus King on Over-Communicating and Advocating for Psychiatric Care
To wrap up Mental Health Awareness Month, singer-songwriter Marcus King joins Going There with Dr. Mike for and honest, open conversation. Listen to the artist talk about his experience with being bi…
Mindful Rewind: Noah Kahan on Anxiety, Depression, and Being Your Own Best Friend When Dealing with A Busyhead
On this encore episode of Going There, Dr. Mike speaks talking with singer-songwriter and musician Noah Kahan. One review of Noah’s music said that he has “become one of the most recognizable forces …
High on Authenticity: SHAED on Vulnerability and Mental Health
This week, Chelsea Lee and Max and Spencer Ernst, otherwise known as the band SHAED, join Going There with Dr. Mike for a frank conversation about vulnerability and staying true to yourself. SHAED is…
Yungblud's Fight for Mental Health: Don't Drown Me Out:
Yungblud joins Going There with Dr. Mike to help Consequence Podcast Network and Sound Mind Live kicking off Season 5. The artists aka Dominic Richard Harrison - known for hit singles like "Parents,"…
Going There with Dr. Mike Returns for Season 5
Great news for Mental Health Awareness Month! Consequence Podcast Network and Sound Mind Live are thrilled to bring back Going There with Dr. Mike for a brand new season. This insightful podcast cont…
Vic Mensa on How Vulnerabilty is a Super Power
On this episode of Going There, Dr. Mike speaks with Grammy-nominated Roc Nation Hip Hop artist, singer-songwriter, and actor Vic Mensa. You may know Vic from songs like Reverse and Liquor Locker. Vi…