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The Mental Game

A mental health podcast by Brandon Saho, interviewing athletes, musicians and celebrities to help break the stigma. New episode every Tuesday.

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Update frequency
every 6 days
Average duration
40 minutes
Episodes
88
Years Active
2022 - 2025
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Shaquille Leonard Talks NFL, Brother’s Death, Suicidal Thoughts and Depression

Shaquille Leonard Talks NFL, Brother’s Death, Suicidal Thoughts and Depression

Colts star linebacker Shaquille Leonard joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Shaquille opens up about his football career, the heartbreak of his brother's death, battling de…

00:30:01  |   Tue 23 May 2023
Bryce Vine Talks Music Career, Drew Barrymore, Depression and Mental Health

Bryce Vine Talks Music Career, Drew Barrymore, Depression and Mental Health

Multi-platinum singer Bryce Vine joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Bryce opens up about his music career, his big hit Drew Barrymore, battling depression at a young age a…

00:31:32  |   Tue 16 May 2023
100 Days Sober And How It Changed My Mental Health

100 Days Sober And How It Changed My Mental Health

I can’t believe I did it. 100 days sober!!! Drinking has always been a struggle for me especially with my mental health. Didn’t think I could ever quit. But I am so happy I did. Promise it’s worth it…

00:28:35  |   Fri 12 May 2023
Ryan Shazier Talks NFL Career, Spinal Injury, Mental Health and Damar Hamlin

Ryan Shazier Talks NFL Career, Spinal Injury, Mental Health and Damar Hamlin

Former Steelers star Ryan Shazier joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Shazier opens up about his career-ending spinal injury, his favorite football memories, taking care of…

00:43:09  |   Tue 09 May 2023
Joe Burrow’s Parents Talk His Football Journey, Heisman Speech and Mental Health

Joe Burrow’s Parents Talk His Football Journey, Heisman Speech and Mental Health

Joe Burrow's parents join The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Jimmy and Robin Burrow open up about Joe's football career, his Heisman speech, their journey as a family and why me…

00:30:56  |   Tue 02 May 2023
I Cried A Lot For The First Time In A Long Time

I Cried A Lot For The First Time In A Long Time

Sometimes it's good to just let all of your emotions out. The main reason for my tears? I lost my dog Buster this week. If you take anything away from this random episode, please let it be that it's …

00:16:57  |   Fri 28 Apr 2023
Never Give Up On Yourself!

Never Give Up On Yourself!

Please never give up. Don't give up on yourself, your life, your dreams, your family, your friends... please don't ever give up. I promise if you're struggling like I was? That feeling is only tempor…

00:24:20  |   Tue 18 Apr 2023
One Year Since I Was Suicidal And Checked Myself In

One Year Since I Was Suicidal And Checked Myself In

A year ago was the hardest day of my life. I checked myself into a mental health hospital because I didn’t want to live anymore. Thank God I got the help I needed. I can’t believe that’s where I was …

00:22:47  |   Tue 21 Mar 2023
The Truth About Suicide And Getting Help

The Truth About Suicide And Getting Help

I didn’t want to be here a year ago. I was suicidal. But I want to explain how that feels and why you shouldn't be scared to ask for help. Please go get help if you’re struggling. You’re not alone.

00:13:38  |   Thu 09 Mar 2023
You Know That Single, Depressed, Alone Feeling?

You Know That Single, Depressed, Alone Feeling?

Being single sucks. Especially when you've been single for the majority of your adult life. But loving yourself is a powerful thing. Maybe some of you understand how I feel? Maybe not. If you do... Y…

00:13:53  |   Thu 02 Mar 2023
Why I Quit Drinking To Help My Mental Health

Why I Quit Drinking To Help My Mental Health

I quit drinking. Don’t know if it’s a forever thing, but I know it’s the right thing right now. Alcohol has played a big part in my depression with me drinking almost every day for 10 years. Sharing …

00:17:38  |   Thu 23 Feb 2023
Marty Brennaman Talks Broadcasting, Reds Career, and Men’s Mental Health

Marty Brennaman Talks Broadcasting, Reds Career, and Men’s Mental Health

Hall of Fame broadcaster Marty Brennaman joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Marty opens up about his broadcasting career, the Reds franchise, and why he's become more comf…

00:35:15  |   Tue 14 Feb 2023
Tara Schuster Talks Childhood Trauma, Therapy, Writing Books, and Comedy Central

Tara Schuster Talks Childhood Trauma, Therapy, Writing Books, and Comedy Central

Author Tara Schuster joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Tara opens up about her childhood trauma, therapy experiences, why she started writing books, and fun stories from …

00:44:58  |   Tue 07 Feb 2023
Shea Patterson Talks Football Career, Dwayne Haskins Friendship, and NFL Dreams

Shea Patterson Talks Football Career, Dwayne Haskins Friendship, and NFL Dreams

Shea Patterson joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Shea opens up about his football career, playing QB at Ole Miss and Michigan, his friendship with Dwayne Haskins, and why…

00:28:06  |   Tue 31 Jan 2023
Jay Harris Talks Anchoring SportsCenter, ESPN Career, and Mental Health

Jay Harris Talks Anchoring SportsCenter, ESPN Career, and Mental Health

ESPN anchor Jay Harris joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Jay opens up about his sports broadcasting career, working on SportsCenter, and why he told ESPN no when they fir…

00:46:09  |   Wed 25 Jan 2023
Jake Fraley Opens Up About Depression, Almost Quitting Baseball, and MLB Career

Jake Fraley Opens Up About Depression, Almost Quitting Baseball, and MLB Career

Reds outfielder Jake Fraley joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Jake opens up about his own mental health, why he almost quit baseball this year, and the ups and downs of h…

00:32:12  |   Tue 17 Jan 2023
Eli Young Band’s Jon Jones Talks Country Music, Mental Health, and Tour Stories

Eli Young Band’s Jon Jones Talks Country Music, Mental Health, and Tour Stories

Eli Young Band bassist Jon Jones joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Jon opens up about how the band formed, making country music, his own mental health, and touring storie…

00:39:18  |   Tue 10 Jan 2023
Cal Scruby Talks Music Career, Battling Anxiety, and Going Independent

Cal Scruby Talks Music Career, Battling Anxiety, and Going Independent

Rapper Cal Scruby joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Cal opens up about his music career, battling anxiety, and why he walked away from a record deal.

00:31:48  |   Wed 28 Dec 2022
Kaylee Hartung Talks NFL Reporting, Her Father’s Death, and Mental Health

Kaylee Hartung Talks NFL Reporting, Her Father’s Death, and Mental Health

NFL sideline reporter Kaylee Hartung joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Kaylee opens up about her journalism career, losing her father at a young age, and taking care of h…

00:36:42  |   Tue 20 Dec 2022
Joe Thomas Talks Browns Career, Depression, and Losing Seasons

Joe Thomas Talks Browns Career, Depression, and Losing Seasons

Browns legend Joe Thomas joins The Mental Game to talk mental health with Brandon Saho. Thomas opens up about his NFL career, dealing with a decade of losing, and battling depression off the field.

00:42:38  |   Tue 13 Dec 2022
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