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But people also have a hard time knowing what loneliness...4246falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brian-jost-47--68835048https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68835048Tue, 02 Dec 2025 18:11:58 +0000FaceIt FoundationWhen most people hear "bipolar", they think of a moody person.  Sometimes they're unusually happy, sometimes they're the opposite.  That's one of the reasons it can be so difficult to get people to take bipolar disorder seriously.  Mania is not...4184falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/all-about-us-46--68623544https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68623544Tue, 18 Nov 2025 18:15:10 +0000FaceIt FoundationThis is a show about interviewing men, talking about their struggles, and illuminating the path toward recovery.  At least, that's what it's usually about.  But today we decided to do something a little different.  We're talking about us.  How this...3442falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clint-malarchuk-45--68418038https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68418038Tue, 04 Nov 2025 18:27:34 +0000FaceIt FoundationHorses need dentists too.  In fact, they have more numerous and much bigger teeth, so they arguably need them even more than we do.  Clint is one such dentist.  But just because he has the kind of job every 6 year old boy would want doesn't mean life...3120falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tom-archambault-44--68229809https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68229809Tue, 21 Oct 2025 17:13:34 +0000FaceIt FoundationSuccess is a double edged sword.  For most, it primarily means financial security.  But it also means long hours, frequently bringing your work home with you, and a lot of stress.  Where there's stress, there's coping mechanisms.  And where there are...3301falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/greg-pehl-43--68050305https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68050305Tue, 07 Oct 2025 17:37:04 +0000FaceIt FoundationThere have been a lot of inventions.  Many are good.  But what if you could erase one?  Use your power wisely.  And no, depression is unfortunately not an invention.  It is, however, an insidious force that can not only sap your energy to do anything,...3427falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/garrett-aalfs-42--67867960https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67867960Tue, 23 Sep 2025 17:36:04 +0000FaceIt FoundationBill's time at sea has made him go full nautical and start growing a beard.  How will this new chapter in his life play out?  Only time will tell.  Garrett doesn't have a seaworthy beard, but he does have a tale to tell.  It's a tale of having young...3256falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/john-christianson-41--67692452https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67692452Tue, 09 Sep 2025 17:13:31 +0000FaceIt FoundationIf you were a boat, what kind of boat would you be?  The only reason this question makes any sense is because we all know what kind Bill would be: the kind that he's on.  For the rest of us stuck in studio, we're listening to the soundtracks of our...3434falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/steven-monson-40--67520023https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67520023Tue, 26 Aug 2025 17:12:46 +0000FaceIt FoundationWhat vegetable is best?  This may seem like an unimportant question, but it's actually vital to today's discussion.  Okay, that's not true at all.  We just wanted to talk about vegetables.  The real important topic of the day is lingering anger issues...3350falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-thomas-39--67358282https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67358282Wed, 13 Aug 2025 17:23:36 +0000FaceIt FoundationIn this episode we discuss the passing of Hulk Hogan, who for men in a specific age bracket was almost a father figure.  Paul's actual father died in 2013, so he can tell you what it's like to lose a father for real, and what it's like to feel the...3880falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shawn-luke-38--66475442https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66475442Tue, 29 Jul 2025 13:00:07 +0000FaceIt FoundationIf you're very important, like the guy who invented the Pringles can, you probably know what you want to be remembered for.  The rest of us are still thinking.  We're also thinking about how easy it is to get stuck in a cycle of living for everyone...3262false38fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/joey-torkildson-37--66475323
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Robert...3300falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mark-wick-33--50640906https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50640906Tue, 19 Jul 2022 12:00:03 +0000FaceIt FoundationThe “Coach” Mark Wick enters the Ardmor Construction studio and jumps in the hot seat for this episode. Mark shares stories about family, his mental health journey, thoughts of suicide and just how anger contributed to his dismissal from his...3544falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bill-dehkes-32--49849199https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49849199Tue, 05 Jul 2022 12:00:03 +0000FaceIt FoundationIn the latest episode, the guys turn back in house as Bill Dehkes jumps in the guest chair. Bill goes into details about a challenging childhood that in part led to depression, anxiety, OCD, shame, self-esteem and the feeling of not belonging. Not...3675falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/micky-orren-31--49849184https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49849184Tue, 21 Jun 2022 12:00:03 +0000FaceIt FoundationToday's podcast takes a turn back to the younger side. Mickey Orren attends a Face It “20’s Something” group. Mickey shares his journey with shame and anxiety and how he turned many of those feelings around. You will want to hear him discuss what he...3210falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ryan-moravetz-30--49848776https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49848776Tue, 07 Jun 2022 12:00:02 +0000FaceIt FoundationToday we hear one of the most tragic and powerful story ever told on the “What’s the Point” Podcast. Ryan Moravetz joins the guys in the Ardmor Construction studios to discuss two life altering events, one heartbreaking and one that turned his life...3444falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mark-meier-29--49848767https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49848767Tue, 24 May 2022 12:00:02 +0000FaceIt FoundationA VERY SPECIAL guest in the Ardmor Construction studio today...Mr. Mark Meier. Numerous people have emailed us telling each of the hosts to get in the “Hot Seat”. Meier is the first one the guys to share stories and feelings that really allow the...3192falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/art-lundgren-28--49748055https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49748055Tue, 10 May 2022 18:26:57 +0000FaceIt FoundationIt is Art Lundgren’s time in the Ardmore Construction studio! Art openly talks about depression, anxiety and shame in a way that many of us can relate to. A divorced, recovering alcoholic that has faced so many challenges, shares what he does to keep...3130falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/matthew-schrad-27--49495019https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49495019Tue, 26 Apr 2022 12:00:02 +0000FaceIt FoundationMatthew Shrad enters the Ardmore Studios today. Matthew has been with Face It for a few years and has certainly come a long way. Matthew shares some real life stories about living with shame and how not feeling good enough affected his life. Matthew’s...3114falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chris-hvinden-26--48847836https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48847836Tue, 15 Mar 2022 12:00:03 +0000FaceIt FoundationOur friend Chris Hvinden joins the podcast today. Chris shares plenty of stories about family life, time in the military, homelessness and addiction. Even with all these challenges, Chris has turned into a shining light in a rather dark world for our...3262falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gratitude-25--48847569https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48847569Tue, 01 Mar 2022 13:00:02 +0000FaceIt FoundationWe all have a lot to be grateful for...but sometimes we get caught up in life that we forget about all the wonderful things in our lives. No guest today but the boys discuss how important it is to spend time reminding ourselves of what we are grateful...2961falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chad-and-amanda-glader-24--48543866https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48543866Tue, 15 Feb 2022 13:00:03 +0000FaceIt FoundationToday, we are joined by Chad Glader. Chad has been participating at Face it for a while now. He is on to talk about his journey with depression, anxiety and the rest that life can throw at us. This episode has a unique twist...Chad’s wife Amanda sits...3058falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/physical-vs-mental-health-23--48543693https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48543693Tue, 01 Feb 2022 20:00:01 +0000FaceIt FoundationIn today’s episode, the guys talk about the relationship between our Physical and mental health. We chat how if we don’t exercise and focus on our physical health that our mood and the way we view ourselves can certainly be affected. Mark, Bill and...2951falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/steve-silverman-22--48153569https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48153569Tue, 18 Jan 2022 13:00:02 +0000FaceIt FoundationToday, the boys are lucky enough to be joined by current Face It member Steve Silverman. Steve opens up about how his life has been affected by depression and anxiety. Steve shares his stories about relationships, children, and career choices....2921falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shame-21--48153546https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48153546Tue, 04 Jan 2022 13:00:02 +0000FaceIt FoundationToday, Mark, Bill, and the coach talk about shame and the role it plays in their lives. Maybe you don't think shame plays a role in your life...listen to the guys today and you might hear some things that could change your mind. We can't move...3302falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shane-weinand-20--47709117https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47709117Tue, 14 Dec 2021 13:00:02 +0000FaceIt FoundationThe guys are “Coachless” today! Mr. Wick is taking some much deserved time off so Bill and Mark Meier have to try to fill the void. The guys are joined by Shane Weinand, who shares life stories about depression, poor decisions, shame and recovery....3036falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-are-we-avoiding-19--47709109https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47709109Mon, 29 Nov 2021 19:42:15 +0000FaceIt FoundationMost of us have things in our lives that we are avoiding. Maybe it’s doctor visits, difficult conversation or confronting someone....we all do it! In todays episode, the guys chat about things they each have been avoiding to face and the problems that...2684falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ben-steinbach-18--47084350https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47084350Tue, 09 Nov 2021 13:00:08 +0000FaceIt FoundationBen Steinbach joins the crew today. On the younger side, Ben shares stories of anxiety, shame and just not feeling good enough...stuff that many of us can relate to. Please give a listen and see if any of Ben’s stories sound familiar.3154falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-face-it-17--47084296https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47084296Tue, 26 Oct 2021 12:00:02 +0000FaceIt FoundationSince the start of our podcast, we have received many comments asking about Face It. We refer to Face It a lot, our groups and other activities in most episodes. We thought it was a good idea to take a deeper dive into what is the Face It Foundation!...3262falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/josh-marquart-16--46639854https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46639854Tue, 12 Oct 2021 12:00:01 +0000FaceIt FoundationJosh Marquart drops by the studio today. Josh takes us a through a tale of trying to live a life with depression and shame. Being open and honest can be very difficult and Josh lays out his struggles in ways we can all relate to.3041falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dan-foley-15--46639840 Dan shares how anxiety and depression affected himself, his role as an elementary school teacher and the lives of his wife and children.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46639840Tue, 28 Sep 2021 12:00:04 +0000FaceIt FoundationDan Foley joins the boys today. Dan first came through the doors of Face It in 2012. Dan shares how anxiety and depression affected himself, his role as an elementary school teacher and the lives of his wife and children. Dan shares how anxiety and depression affected himself, his role as an elementary school teacher and the lives of his wife and children.]]>2885falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/military-mental-health-14--45954562https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45954562Tue, 31 Aug 2021 12:00:06 +0000FaceIt FoundationAnother FIRST for the “What’s the Point Podcast”...Dave Peters joins the guys for a second time. Dave was in previously to share his mental health journey. Today, Dave as a 16 year military veteran, shares his thoughts and insights on Military mental...3434falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/let-it-go-13--45954544https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45954544Tue, 17 Aug 2021 12:00:05 +0000FaceIt FoundationNo guests today, just the boys. This episode is about the fact that we all have things we need to “Let Go” of. We hold on to some thoughts and feelings that impact us in a negative way. Bill shares a difficult story about something that he has been...2842falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kaitlin-daeges-12--45954482https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45954482Tue, 03 Aug 2021 18:50:58 +0000FaceIt FoundationToday, the guys are breaking the rules...they actually sit down with Kaitlin Daeges, Executive Director of the LIVIN Foundation...and our first female guest! Kaitlin joins the boys today to share a touching story of her father’s suicide when she was...3311falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dave-peters-11--45344209https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45344209Tue, 20 Jul 2021 12:00:02 +0000FaceIt FoundationToday we are joined by Mr. Dave Peters. As a teenager, Dave started to get into trouble, so he turned to the military for direction. Dave talks openly about his childhood, his times during deployments and the mental health that impacted his life in a...3134falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/financial-stress-and-mental-health-10--45344191https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45344191Tue, 06 Jul 2021 12:00:16 +0000FaceIt FoundationIn today’s episode, the boys talk about stress, especially related to financial issues. Whether it is a job loss, too many bills, college tuition or worrying about retirement. It all can lead to stress, anxiety and much more. We talk about the...2807falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-martin-9--45344173https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45344173Tue, 22 Jun 2021 12:00:15 +0000FaceIt FoundationMark, Bill and the coach are joined by Paul Martin. Paul graduated from Elk River High School the same year he was selected “Mr. Hockey”. He went on to win two NCAA Hockey titles with the Minnesota Golden Gophers and recently concluded a 15 year...3661falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mike-beardsley-8--44758878https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44758878Tue, 08 Jun 2021 12:00:16 +0000FaceIt FoundationMike Beardsley is our first guest that does not attend a regular meeting at Face It. With that said, Mike shares an incredible story of childhood drama and how it affected him and his family as he grew older. Mike has traveled around the Midwest with...2977falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/listener-questions-7--44758846https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44758846Tue, 25 May 2021 12:00:03 +0000FaceIt FoundationThe “Coach” Mark Wick, along with Bill and Mark Meier answer a variety of listener submitted questions and topics. All three men offer their thoughts on some very common questions as well as some unique ones as well.2793falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jonah-scholen-6--44666505https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44666505Tue, 11 May 2021 12:00:04 +0000FaceIt FoundationJonah Scholen joins the guys in this week’s episode. Jonah shares a gripping story of depression, anxiety and rage and how those three things affected his work and home life. Jonah has a great message that he would give to his former struggling self.2815falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pat-donnelly-5--43902450https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43902450Tue, 27 Apr 2021 11:00:19 +0000FaceIt FoundationPat Donnelly joins Mark, Bill and the coach to talk about his struggles with depression and anxiety. Pat is a writer by trade, his written words that were published in the Star Tribune newspaper in 2017 about his journey has had a profound impact on...2753falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/it-s-our-journey-4--43902429https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43902429Tue, 13 Apr 2021 11:00:15 +0000FaceIt FoundationNo guest this week. Mark, Bill, and the coach describe what depression feels like and the things we have all done to get our lives moving in the right direction.2615falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kevin-cassidy-3--43902312https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43902312Tue, 30 Mar 2021 11:00:09 +0000FaceIt FoundationToday’s guest is Kevin Cassidy. Kevin, a 32 year old man will share a compelling story of a mental health journey that started at a young age, through college and into adulthood. His drive for himself and compassion for others is truly inspirational.2961falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brian-murphy-2--43901693https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43901693Tue, 16 Mar 2021 11:00:13 +0000FaceIt FoundationIn today’s episode, Mark and the guys are joined by Brian Murphy. Brian, a former columnist with the St. Paul Pioneer Press and radio personality, will share his struggles with depression and his road to recovery.2813falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pilot-episode--43576158https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43576158Mon, 22 Feb 2021 02:55:26 +0000FaceIt FoundationIn this pilot episode, meet Mark Meier, Bill Dehkes and Mark Wick. Hear their stories and what they hope to come out of this one of a kind podcast.2656falsefull