The Phoenix Unbound returns with new energy and creativity, but our message remains the same: to uplift the mental health stories of minoritized communities and engage in holistic mental health conversations. In this new iteration, you can still expect education and powerful dialogue about the global mental health conversation, but we also make room for play, community, and hope. We focus on communities, topics, and needs excluded from mainstream mental health conversations. Get to know our team, laugh, and share space with us! We won’t be held down. We will rise!
With co-hosts José Rosario (he/him) and Cameron Cole (he/they).
The Phoenix Unbound returns with fresh energy and a renewed commitment to honest conversation. Join José Rosario and Cameron Cole Manning of The Phoenix Empowered as they explore the intersections of mental health, identity, and healing through real stories and reflection.
In this season premiere, José and Cameron catch up on life, talk about what’s ahead for The Phoenix Unbound, and reflect on what it means to begin again — with purpose, humor, and heart.
The Phoenix Unbound is a project of The Phoenix Empowered, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization amplifying the mental health stories of minoritized communities. Together, we’re building spaces for healing, creativity, and connection!
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Get involved: connect@thephoenixempowered.org
Media inquiries: jessicamichaelpr@gmail.com
Website: https://www.thephoenixempowered.org (https://www.thephoenixempowered.org/)
Podcast playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6X0pPee9MoxVBY6VBqRVI1?si=FoRA-MjARkWri93zT8K65A&pi=LQn2IuXjSsWkR&pt=41d296906b21341c685b8bbf2d2cd25c (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6X0pPee9MoxVBY6VBqRVI1?si=FoRA-MjARkWri93zT8K65A&pi=LQn2IuXjSsWkR&pt=41d296906b21341c685b8bbf2d2cd25c)
Podcast videos: youtube.com/thephoenixempowered
27 Sept 2021
Privilege in Refugee Work with Merve Amargan
This week, José sits down with Merve Amargan, a doctoral student at Umass Lowell whose work explores the experience of refugees in Muslim contexts. Merve discusses the complexities of her identity and how they intersect with her work.
13 Sept 2021
Violence Against Women in the Global South with Nida Jamshed
José is joined during this community check-in to discuss the experience of women in a global mental health context, given the current focus in the Global South. Nida Jamshed is a Pakistani PhD student in Social Psychology at Clark University. She works in the areas of resistance, activism, gender based violence in the context of Pakistan & Global South.
30 Aug 2021
Cooking Up Community with Omi (@cookingconomi)
This week, José is joined by the talented cooking sensation, Omi Hopper! With approximately half a million viewers, @cookingconomi is a cooking platform sharing delicious Puerto Rican cuisine. Omi talks about hope and faith while shining her light so bright! She and José bond about Puerto Rican culture and their love for food from their island!
23 Aug 2021
Recovery and New Motherhood During COVID-19 with Abbie Knapton - Community Check-In
Jose is joined by Abbie Knapton, a fierce advocate for recovery and policy reform for folks with addiction. Abbie shares her journey and how she believes recovery may be impacted by COVID-19. She also talks about being a new mom during COVID-19. Prepare to cry and laugh!
16 Aug 2021
Latinx Mental Health is intersectional with Néstor Noyola
José is joined by Néstor Noyola, a clinical psychology doctoral student and a fierce advocate for the Latinx community! The duo discuss the nuances of Latinx mental health and the importance of intersectionality, and recognizing the whole person, when we discuss Latinx mental health.
9 Aug 2021
What is "The Phoenix Empowered"? - Community Check-In with the TPE team!
We are so grateful for anyone who has listened to the podcast so far! We wanted to take some time to candidly share about our team, our work, and our memories. TPE team member, Cam, puts José in the hot seat to share about our mental health non-profit.
2 Aug 2021
A Parent's Journey Towards Disability Advocacy with AJ Paron
José sits down with AJ Paron to talk about parenting a child with disabilities. José and AJ shatter the belief that one's potential is limited and unpack the role of the parental advocate
26 Jul 2021
Life as a Speaker and Phases of Storytelling with Joseph Fusaro
José and Joe talk about being speakers who share their stories and the ways in which the perspective shifts for storytelling. Above all, this is a discussion about resilience and strength!
19 Jul 2021
Trans* Mental Health and Barriers to Gender-Affirming HealthCare with Calvin Cawley
Jose talks with Calvin about the intersection of mental health and barriers to healthcare. We discuss how stigma and the impact of disclosure of mental health needs may impede seeking support prior to gender-affirming care. Calvin shares his story and encourages us to listen to the voices and needs of each individual.
12 Jul 2021
Juneteenth and Centering Black Voices with Ronie Brimpong- Community Check-In
Juneteenth is now a federal holiday, but do we know the history behind this anniversary? Join Jose, and a member of our TPE community, Ronie, as we talk about Juneteenth, Black health disparities, and being an ally to the Black community.
5 Jul 2021
Privilege, Stigma, & Social Mobility - Mark Brand
José Rosario and Mark Brand talk about systemic issues of social mobility and homelessness. In this interview, they discuss being an ally in a racially-biased society, and accepting one’s own privilege.
28 Jun 2021
Rainbow-washing, Pride, & Coming Out- Community Check-In
Join us for our first community check-in! Every other week, a revolving guest host will join Jose to talk about current events, answer audience questions, and reflect. This week, we are joined by Cameron Cole from The Phoenix Empowered to discuss Pride month, coming out, allyship, and rainbow-washing.
To learn more about The Phoenix Empowered, follow us @thephoenixempowered on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram and @TPEmpowered on Twitter! You can also visit us at www.thephoenixempowered.org (http://www.thephoenixempowered.org) for more about us!
21 Jun 2021
LGBTQ+ Mental Health and Political Activism - Tommy Johnson
Jose kicks off Phoenix Unbound with our first guest, Tommy Johnson. Tommy talks about the importance of holding political parties, and their funding, accountable in order to enact social change. Through this, policy reform happens and can impact mental health for LGBTQ+ folks!
Learn more about our mission to empowered the voices of historically silenced communities at www.thephoenixempowered.org (http://www.thephoenixempowered.org) and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram (The Phoenix Empowered) and Twitter (TPEmpowered). Keep rising!
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