Life Outside the Box
Honest conversations about mental health. Life Outside the Box is a new youth mental health podcast that takes a deeper dive into the issues that affect youth – from a youth perspective. What do you want to talk about? On this podcast, no topic is off limits! Hosted by mental health advocates Asante Haughton and Abby Kernya, Life Outside the Box is a series of interviews with young people from all walks of life: from students and athletes, to artists and activists. Asante, Abby and guests explore every topic with wit, grace and remarkable insight.
Podcasting since 2021 • 14 episodes
Life Outside the Box
Latest Episodes
Podcasting, Story Telling and "Levelling Up" with Hamza Isalm
"Focus on finding those small wins as [much as] possible, because it gives you that confidence.". Our hosts take an in-depth look at the ups and downs of podcasting, sharing life experiences, and how to keep challenging yourself with the host o...
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Season 3
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Episode 15
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45:14
Managing Your Emotions Under Pressure + Overcoming Fear
"Everybody wants results. We all want to be better at whatever we do." In episode 13, acclaimed Performance Psychologist Dr. Dana Sinclair talks with our co-hosts about staying calm and focused under pressure, and how to use your he...
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Season 3
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Episode 13
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29:42
Finding Strength in the Face of Overwhelming Circumstances
In this pivotal interview with athlete, mental health advocate, non-profit founder and survivor of the Humboldt Broncos bus crash Ryan Straschnitzki, our co-hosts get into a deeper conversation about facing adversity, finding strength and...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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41:03
Grief, Loss + Social Media
Episode 11 with guests Micah Dawanyi and Angelica Galluzzo dives deep into a nuanced discussion of grief and loss, and the impacts of social media on mental health in young people.
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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56:03
Life Outside the Box Live: Managing Future Anxiety
Recorded live in Toronto on May 30th 2023, this panel discussion brought together a diverse group of young people to reflect on managing anxiety about the future. Featuring co-hosts Asante Haughton and Abbigail Kernya, with special guests Ariss...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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1:06:06
