Matt is joined by fellow creative and dear friend Anthony Fiume. They talk what it was like identifying Matt's first episode, how to be a friend in a time of crisis, and how mental health can effect your physical health if left unchecked. 

Matt is joined by Andrew Nierenberg, MD Director of the Dauten Family Center for Bipolar Treatment Innovation, Associate Director of the Depression Clinical and Research Program and C0-Director of the Center for Clinical Research Education. They get into black outs, what advances are being made in the treatment of Bipolar and if Bipolar is in fact a mood disorder.

Co-host of Question Party?!, comedian , and one of Matt's closest friends Dan Davies comes on to talk about navigating friendship through a mental health crisis. They talk hospital visits, the balance between supporting and enabling, and responsibility vs letting go. Follow Dan @dandavieshere Follow @QuestionPartyNYC

Stand-up comedian Maria Heinegg comes on to discuss her battle with bipolar disorder. We talk getting diagnosed late, the burden of explaining to others how you are feeling, how it effects our stand-up comedy and of course therapy! Follow Maria @MariaHeinegg on instagram and twitter.

Matt's dad Denis comes on the podcast to talk about Matt's first Manic Episode, the generational difference in understanding Mental Illness, and how Matt shouldn't freak out about his career.

My girlfriend and Musical theater phenom Katie Micha joins me to discuss what it's like being in a relationship with someone who is Bipolar 1. We talk being supportive, checking in with each other, and how communication goes a long way.

Sean o Sean is a battle rapper, friend, and fellow bipolar brethren.  Matt and Sean discuss being diagnosed, coping with the diagnosis, figuring out the right meds and of course Kanye West. 

My dear friend Yelda Ali, author and activist, joins me to discuss how to create safe communities for people struggling with Mental Health. We talk about supporting a friend in a difficult time and getting your understanding of the world disrupted by earth shattering revelations like, "Dinosaurs are real". Follow Yelda on Instagram @y3lda and buy her book OUTLET on amazon below. https://www.amazon.com/dp/0578809591?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 For information on how to become certified in...