Welcome to #IChampionHealth Chats - the podcast that amplifies community voices to advance hope and health for all across Kentucky! Each episode connects you with local champions who bring powerful stories, useful tools, and fresh ways we can show up for ourselves and others. #IChampionHealth Chats is a collaboration between the University of Kentucky PREVENT Community-Engaged Alliance and Operation Making A Change.
#IChampionHealth Chats
Claim This Podcastby University of Kentucky #IChampionHealth Initiative
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24 episodes
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Welcome to #IChampionHealth Chats - the podcast that amplifies community voices to advance hope and health for all across Kentucky! Each episode connects you with local champions who bring powerful stories, useful tools, and fresh ways we can show up for ourselves and others. #IChampionHealth Chats is a collaboration between the University of Kentucky PREVENT Community-Engaged Alliance and Operation Making A Change.
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Recent Episodes
December 29, 2025
Cheyene Helm, bright light champion
<p>Meet Cheyene Helm, founder of the <a href="https://www.brightlightfoundation.net/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Bright Light Foundation</a>. Cheyene champions health by inspiring others, raising awareness, and creating spaces for prevention, support, and connection.</p><p>In this episode, Cheyene shares how the loss of her young daughter to fentanyl poisoning led her to establish the Bright Light Foundation and dedicate her life to community education and outreach. She talks openly about grief, faith, and resilience, and explains why language, compassion, and prevention matter when supporting families and young people. Cheyene also reflects on the importance of self-care, storytelling, and bringing light into moments of darkness—both for herself and for the communities she serves.</p><p>-----</p><p>This conversation was led by Gerald "GEO" Gibson from Operation Making A Change and Jakob Hester from the #IChampionHealth initiative.</p><p>The <a href="https://linktr.ee/ichampionhealth">#IChampionHealth</a> initiative and #IChampionHealth Chats podcast are a collaboration between the <a href="https://ukprevent.org">PREVENT Community-Engaged Alliance</a> in the UK College of Education and <a href="https://www.teamomac.com">Operation Making A Change</a>.</p><p>-----</p><p>There’s a champion in you — and support to help you find your way if you need it.</p><p>988 offers 24/7 judgment-free support for mental health, substance use, and more. <a href="https://988lifeline.org/">Text, call, or chat 988</a>.</p><p>-----</p><p>This season was paid for with funds from the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission by and through the Office of the Attorney General. The opinions and recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of #IChampionHealth or the guests. They do not necessarily reflect the views of the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission or the Office of the Attorney General.</p><p>-----</p><p>Original music in this episode:</p><p>• Instrumental created by Fblmusic </p><p>• "Champion" was produced and recorded at Largerthan Life Studios. It was written, performed, and co-produced by Gerald "GEO" Gibson.</p><p>Editing by <a href="https://renegade-entertainment.com">Renegade Entertainment LLC</a>.</p>
December 26, 2025
Anthony “Mindset” Moody, mental health champion
<p>Meet <a href="https://linktr.ee/MindsetMoody" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Anthony “Mindset” Moody</a>, a licensed professional counselor associate and author. Anthony champions health by helping people build self-awareness and have honest conversations about mental health.</p><p>In this episode, Moody shares his journey from experiencing panic attacks in a high-stress accounting career to finding purpose in counseling, writing, and community work. He talks about how his reset fueled his personal growth and explains why changing your mindset is often the first step toward healing. Moody also discusses the importance of creating safe spaces to talk, meeting people where they are, and using lived experience to support others on their path forward.</p><p>-----</p><p>This conversation was led by Gerald "GEO" Gibson from Operation Making A Change and Jakob Hester from the #IChampionHealth initiative.</p><p>The <a href="https://linktr.ee/ichampionhealth">#IChampionHealth</a> initiative and #IChampionHealth Chats podcast are a collaboration between the <a href="https://ukprevent.org">PREVENT Community-Engaged Alliance</a> in the UK College of Education and <a href="https://www.teamomac.com">Operation Making A Change</a>.</p><p>-----</p><p>There’s a champion in you — and support to help you find your way if you need it.</p><p>988 offers 24/7 judgment-free support for mental health, substance use, and more. <a href="https://988lifeline.org/">Text, call, or chat 988</a>.</p><p>-----</p><p>This season was paid for with funds from the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission by and through the Office of the Attorney General. The opinions and recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of #IChampionHealth or the guests. They do not necessarily reflect the views of the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission or the Office of the Attorney General.</p><p>-----</p><p>Original music in this episode:</p><p>• Instrumental created by Fblmusic </p><p>• "Champion" was produced and recorded at Largerthan Life Studios. It was written, performed, and co-produced by Gerald "GEO" Gibson.</p><p>Editing by <a href="https://renegade-entertainment.com">Renegade Entertainment LLC</a>.</p>
December 10, 2025
Commissioner Kacy Allen-Bryant, social services champion
<p>Meet Commissioner Kacy Allen-Bryant, a longtime public health nurse turned community leader who oversees Social Services for the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government. Commissioner Allen-Bryant champions health through education and collaboration with community partners to strengthen support across the city.</p><p>Listen as Commissioner Allen-Bryant shares her journey from 25 years in public health nursing to stepping into a leadership role shaped by service, collaboration, and compassion. She discusses what she learned from working around the world, why she remains committed to lifting up vulnerable populations, and how Lexington comes together to create a stronger, more connected community. She also reflects on gratitude, family roots, and the importance of using your unique strengths to make a difference.</p><p>-----</p><p>This conversation was led by Gerald "GEO" Gibson from Operation Making A Change and Jakob Hester from the #IChampionHealth initiative.</p><p>The <a href="https://linktr.ee/ichampionhealth">#IChampionHealth</a> initiative and #IChampionHealth Chats podcast are a collaboration between the <a href="https://ukprevent.org">PREVENT Community-Engaged Alliance</a> in the UK College of Education and <a href="https://www.teamomac.com">Operation Making A Change</a>.</p><p>-----</p><p>There’s a champion in you — and support to help you find your way if you need it.</p><p>988 offers 24/7 judgment-free support for mental health, substance use, and more. <a href="https://988lifeline.org/">Text, call, or chat 988</a>.</p><p>-----</p><p>This season was paid for with funds from the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission by and through the Office of the Attorney General. The opinions and recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of #IChampionHealth or the guests. They do not necessarily reflect the views of the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission or the Office of the Attorney General.</p><p>-----</p><p>Original music in this episode:</p><p>• Instrumental created by Fblmusic </p><p>• "Champion" was produced and recorded at Largerthan Life Studios. It was written, performed, and co-produced by Gerald "GEO" Gibson.</p><p>Editing by <a href="https://renegade-entertainment.com">Renegade Entertainment LLC</a>.</p>
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