We dive into mental health in the music industry, including misconceptions about success, popularity, and vulnerability, and the importance of transforming intense emotions into productive outlets. Mars also shares practical advice for managing feelings, from seeking constructive release to embracing the mantra “this too shall pass.” Plus, hear his story of connecting with one of his favorite bands and turning that experience into a life-changing moment for his music.

Valley Boy also shares the inspiration behind his upcoming album, "Children of Divorce," exploring the emotional landscape of growing up with separated parents and reflecting on how those experiences continue to influence friendships, romantic relationships, and personal growth.

This episode is a raw, thoughtful exploration of healing, resilience, and the power of music to guide us through life’s most complicated moments.

The conversation also explores his evolving relationship with faith, guilt, and perspective, and the unique ways fans connect with him—like bringing handmade clothing for him to wear on stage. From post-concert lows to the joys of connection, Noah talks candidly about creativity, vulnerability, and the mental and emotional side of being a musician.

Note: This episode was recorded in Fall 2024 and may not reflect the band’s current activities. Find out what they’re up to now at bermudasearchparty.com.

He dives into his pre-show rituals, the unique pressures of touring, and the challenges of sickness, equipment mishaps, and post-tour emotional crashes. Braden candidly shares the ways he copes with mental health struggles, from finding solace in songwriting to relying on the support of family, while acknowledging he’s still learning what truly works for him.

Braden’s latest EP, 5 STAGES OF GRIEF (released in June), reflects his journey of processing emotions and finding resilience through music. This episode is a heartfelt conversation for fans, artists, and anyone navigating the ups and downs of life — a reminder that your feelings are valid, your love for music is powerful, and you’re never alone.

SkyDxddy opens up about the moments of self-harm, their complicated relationship with faith and the church, and how creating safe spaces (online and in real life) has become central to their mission. This episode explores what it means to reclaim your narrative, speak truth without apology, and give others permission to do the same.

If you’ve ever felt silenced, broken, or alone—this one’s for you.

In this episode, NYC-based indie artist ROREY joins Jess to unpack the layered mental health journey behind her upcoming EP Dysphoria. Diagnosed with bipolar disorder at 21, ROREY shares what it felt like to be thrust into crisis mode, cycle through medications, and be left to process mania in solitude. Her candid reflections peel back the emotional truth of songs like “Nobody’s Fault But My Own,” written from a moment of self-blame that later transformed into self-compassion.

Together, they discuss the tension between healing and identity — how it can feel like your diagnosis erases the parts of you that once made sense. ROREY talks about redefining safety for herself, learning to be alone without feeling abandoned, and finding moments of spiritual clarity amid the chaos. This episode challenges the idea that recovery has to look linear, and instead offers a more nuanced take: maybe the most powerful thing you can do is simply stay.

If you’ve ever felt like you were “too much,” or feared you’d never get back to the version of yourself before it all unraveled — this one will meet you right where you are.