Hear Me Out

Episode 13 with Jordyn

November 20, 2019 19:48 - 39 minutes - 45 MB

On this week’s episode, Dani and Franky talk to UofSC junior, Jordyn Livingston. Jordyn is a first-generation college student. During the interview, they discuss her transition into college, loneliness, and the obstacles she was able to overcome since being in college. As always, happy listening!

Episode 12 with Kieran

November 14, 2019 18:00 - 1 hour - 78.2 MB

On this week’s episode, Dani and Franky talk to UofSC exchange student, Kieran Smith. Kieran is from England and shares his experience during the exchange process. During the interview they discuss overcoming failure, culture shock, and the pros and cons of studying aboard. If you are thinking about studying aboard, this is the episode for you! As always, happy listening!

Episode 11 with Kailey

November 07, 2019 20:33 - 45 minutes - 51.9 MB

On this week’s episode, Dani and Franky have the opportunity to share a unique story from women’s soccer player Kailey Mattison. Kailey talks about her journey through medical retirement and how she has found her identity and worth outside of soccer. Her story is inspiring and reminds us all to be grateful every single day. As always, happy listening!

Episode 10 with Sam

October 31, 2019 12:00 - 27 minutes - 31.1 MB

On this week’s episode, Franky and Dani sit down with UofSC junior, Sam Mayberry. Sam is in Alpha Gamma Delta and plays a major part in student government. In her student government role, she acts as a major voice for students here on campus. During the interview, they discuss ways to practice self-care, how to make friends and how to keep good ones. As always, happy listening!

Episode 9 with Sterling

October 24, 2019 02:41 - 49 minutes - 56.4 MB

This week’s episode is our first family episode! Franky and Dani sit down with Dani’s younger brother, Sterling, to talk about all things relationships. They talk about dealing with breakups, long term relationships and how to cope with the pressures that come with relationships. Listen to them talk about how to support each other and feel confident in talking about their emotions. As always, happy listening!

Episode 8 with Uriah

October 18, 2019 16:51 - 46 minutes - 52.8 MB

On this week’s episode, Dani and Franky talk to UofSC junior and BARSC major Uriah Chapman. Uriah is a resident mentor at Columbia Hall and serves as a strong voice to encourage students to always do there best. During the interview, they discuss overcoming failure, feeling overwhelmed and how to become the best you. If you need a pep talk, this is the episode for you! As always, happy listening!

Episode 7 with Maddie

October 10, 2019 21:55 - 40 minutes - 46.6 MB

On this week’s episode, Dani and Franky talk to UofSC senior and public health major Maddie Wise. Maddie is in recovery from an eating disorder and wants to use her past battle as a new platform to encourage other students. During the interview, they discuss rehab, body image, and how Maddie was able to recover. As always, happy listening!

Episode 6 with Rachel

October 03, 2019 16:06 - 36 minutes - 41.4 MB

On this week’s episode, Dani and Franky talk to UofSC senior and public health major Rachel Woody. Rachel is a student leader in her church and has goals to be a counselor one day so she can help others. During the interview they reflect on their senior year so far, dealing with anxiety and how to better approach tough times in college. As always, happy listening!

Episode 5 with Hannah

September 26, 2019 16:33 - 38 minutes - 44.6 MB

On this week's episode, Dani and Franky interview senior beach volleyball player Hannah Edelman. They discuss traumatic experiences, dealing with guilt and taking the first step of asking for help. Hannah and Franky share an emotional story together and how they grew closer because of it. This is an episode you won't want to miss! As always, Happy Listening!

Episode 4 with Calvin

September 19, 2019 06:56 - 31 minutes - 36.2 MB

This week Dani and Franky interviewed graduate student. Calvin, and proceeded to have one of the most transparent and inspiring conversations of the podcast. Take a listen as Calvin shares his story of overcoming obstacles, dealing with triggers, and why he values therapy. As always, Happy Listening!

Season 2 Episode 3 with Issy

September 12, 2019 16:24 - 26 minutes - 60.9 MB

This week Dani and Franky talked to UofSC ambassador, Australia-native, and future lawyer, Issy about how she juggles so many hats and how she learned to slow down to find balance. As always, Happy Listening!

Season 2 Episode 2 with Ryan

September 05, 2019 13:00 - 24 minutes - 55.7 MB

This week Dani and Franky sat down with their first guest of the season, freshman, student-athlete, Ryan. Ryan talks about honoring his brother's memory, his foundation Hilinski's Hope, and his passion for promoting mental health and helping those around him who may be struggling. As always, Happy Listening! Resources mentioned in the episode: National Suicide Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 UofSC's Counseling & Psychiatry 803-777-5223 SHS website: www.sc.edu/mental health

Season 2 Episode 1--Meet your new hosts!

September 04, 2019 01:19 - 19 minutes - 22.8 MB

Take a few moments to get to know your new hosts Dani and Franky on this episode as they share a bit about who they are why they are passionate about mental health and resilience (and also reveal an embarrassing moment or two). As always, happy listening!

Episode 24 Katie and Darbi Say Farewell

May 09, 2019 15:48 - 28 minutes - 64.3 MB

This is a very bittersweet episode as Katie and Darbi say farewell to Hear Me Out and UofSC. This episode they reflect on their time at UofSC as well as their experience as the very first hosts of Hear Me Out. We wish them the best as they transition from students to alumni and we are excited about the future hosts of Hear Me Out. As always, Happy Listening!

Ep 22 with Dr. Mann-Director of Counseling & Psychiatry

April 28, 2019 01:29 - 20 minutes - 47.7 MB

This week Katie and Darbi interview Dr. Mann, director of Counseling & Psychiatry at UofSC. Take a listen and learn why she is passionate about the mental health of college students and what she wants students to know about counseling and psychiatric services at UofSC. Happy Listening!

Episode 21 feat. Joy

April 18, 2019 16:49 - 26 minutes - 61.2 MB

This week Katie & Darbi interview senior, Joy who talks about her experiences taking care of a loved one with ALS, dealing with a loss her freshmen year, and living abroad in Haiti. As always, Happy Listening!

Episode 20 with Quin and Sasha

April 15, 2019 19:25 - 32 minutes - 74.1 MB

This week's episode features two very special guests-Quin and Sasha who work as Sexual Health Educators at UofSC. Take a listen an learn about what a sexual health educator does at a university and the cool events they have planned this month. As always, Happy Listening!

Episode 19 with Julia

April 01, 2019 16:06 - 29 minutes - 40.4 MB

This week Katie and Darbi interview social work graduate student, Julia. She discusses her journey as a graduate student as well as her passion for mental health. Also, Hear Me Out is now accepting applications for hosts for 2019-2020. You can apply via Handshake at UofSC. As always, happy listening!

Ep 18 with Emily

March 07, 2019 16:58 - 22 minutes - 51.3 MB

Content warning: Sexual assault, suicide This week Katie and Darbi interview UofSC student, Emily, who shares her survivor story with us. Emily is passionate about all things mental health and wants her story to inspire others who may have similar experiences. As always Happy Listening! National Suicide Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 (TALK) Crisis Text Line: Text 'HOME' to 741741 UofSC students may contact 803-777-5223 or use MyHealthSpace to make counseling appointments.

Episode 17

February 25, 2019 20:17 - 25 minutes - 58.8 MB

Hi all! We're back after a short break with a very special guest, McKenzie, a sophomore student-athlete here at UofSC. McKenzie shares her story about becoming an equestrian, her life living with diabetes, and how she has learned to manage it all. As always, Happy Listening!

Ep 16

February 09, 2019 17:02 - 27 minutes - 62.2 MB

This week Katie and Darbi chat with senior broadcast journalism major, Destiny. Destiny talks about her life as a full-time mom and full-time student and how she gets through it all with a sense of purpose. As always Happy Listening!

EP 15

January 31, 2019 22:40 - 32 minutes - 74.6 MB

This week Katie and Darbi talk to Shelby, graduate student in the HESA program. She discusses her cool research about meme culture and self-deprecating humor in addition to telling us about how she uses humor to cope with stressors. As always, Happy Listening!

Episode 14

January 25, 2019 19:25 - 34 minutes - 78.1 MB

This week Katie and Darbi talk to Kirsten, a graduate student in Higher Education and Student Affairs, about how she dealt with difficult times in her life from homelessness to cyberbullying and how she uses her past experiences to inspire other students.

Ep 13

January 17, 2019 04:41 - 42 minutes - 97.8 MB

This week’s episode features a very special guest, Mrs. Patricia Moore-Pastides, the first lady of the University of South Carolina. Mrs. Moore-Pastides shared with us heartwarming stories of how students have impacted her life during her time at USC. She also discussed the importance of self-care, living a healthy lifestyle and how she incorporates self-care into her daily routine. As always, Happy Listening!

Meet the Staff! Bonus Episode

January 10, 2019 22:27 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MB

Ever wondered about goes into producing an episode? Or how Hear Me Out was created? Then take a listen to learn about the people behind the scenes of this wonderful podcast. As always, Happy Listening!

Katie And Darby Year in Review

January 07, 2019 17:05 - 15 minutes - 36.2 MB

Catch up with Katie and Darbi as they recap their favorite moments from 2018 and discuss what they hope the new year will bring! As always, Happy Listening!

Episode 12

December 06, 2018 18:00 - 31 minutes - 72.4 MB

This week Katie and Darbi interview Jim, a PhD student and active duty soldier. Take a listen as he discusses how he manages his personal life, academic load, and what inspires him to help others. As always, happy listening!

Episode 11

November 28, 2018 16:40 - 32 minutes - 74.8 MB

What are you thankful for? Katie and Darbi discuss gratitude, mental health, and overcoming anxiety on a daily basis with this week's guest, Nora. As always--Happy Listening!

Episode 10

November 15, 2018 22:49 - 28 minutes - 65.3 MB

This week Katie and Darbi talk to Olivia about anxiety, advocacy, and mental health. As always, please complete our listener survey! Happy Listening!

Episode 9

November 08, 2018 18:02 - 32 minutes - 74.1 MB

This week Katie and Darbi sit down with broadcast journalism major, Scotty. Scotty talks to us about how he navigated some pretty tough losses last year and how he found a support system through his friends. He also shares what is possibly our most embarrassing moment thus far. Take a listen and take our survey! https://goo.gl/Y7vCkd

Episode 8

November 02, 2018 20:46 - 24 minutes - 56.8 MB

This week's guest is Ella a graduating senior majoring in Public Health. She talks to us about her journey of dealing with perfectionism and how she channels her passion into organizations like the CCPLs and Body Project. As always, don't forget to take our listener survey! https://goo.gl/Y7vCkd

Episode 7

October 25, 2018 12:23 - 29 minutes - 67.9 MB

This week Katie and Darbi talk to senior english major, Gracie. Gracie discusses one of her biggest "failures" in college and how it turned out to be one of her best decisions. She also shares how she manages working 20+ hours a week as a full-time student and living on a budget. As always, please share your feedback with us at: https://goo.gl/Y7vCkd

Episode 6

October 18, 2018 21:51 - 38 minutes - 88.7 MB

This week Katie and Darbi interview 3rd year student, Jessica. Jessica talks to us about how she juggles multiple hats as a student leader and still focus on her dreams of going to med school . Jessica, Katie, and Darbi discuss the power of therapy, self-care, and how to deal with FOMO (fear of missing out). As usual, happy listening and please tell us what you think by completing our listener survey: https://goo.gl/Y7vCkd

Episode 5

October 11, 2018 13:35 - 35 minutes - 81.3 MB

This week we talk to Danielle, a junior public health major at UofSC. Danielle talks to us about her holistic approach to mental health and tells us the practices that sustain her, especially during stressful times of the year. Wish her luck on achieving her pharmacy school goals! Also, please take our listener survey: goo.gl/Y7vCkd Students who complete the survey are entered into a drawing to win an Amazon giftcard!

Episode 4

October 06, 2018 19:54 - 29 minutes - 67.7 MB

This week we talk to Anthony, a psychology major whose infectious, positive spirit shined throughout the entire episode. Anthony talks to us about how he learned to forgive his parents and how he eventually came out of his shell at USC. Also, please take our listener survey: https://goo.gl/Y7vCkd Students who complete the survey are entered into a drawing to win an Amazon giftcard!

Ep 3 Hear Me Out

September 28, 2018 17:40 - 32 minutes - 74 MB

This week we talk to Tina about her journey to self-love and acceptance. Tina is also one of the co-founders of Collegiate Curls, which is a student organization whose purpose is to uplift, empower, and support multicultural students as they embrace their natural beauty through healthy hair and skin care practices. As always, thank you for listening! If you are interested in being a guest please email [email protected] and tell us your story!

Ep 2 Hear me out

September 21, 2018 19:22 - 34 minutes - 78.1 MB

We are back after a slight disruption in our schedule courtesy of Hurricane Florence. We hope everyone was safe and took care of themselves during that time! This week's guest is Lyric, a junior majoring in sports and entertainment at UofSC. She discusses her experiences as a first-year student, being the only undergraduate student selected to speak at Ted X Columbia on October 9th and much more. This episode explores topics such as depression and suicide. If you or someone you know is dealin...

Hear Me Out (Ep 1)

September 06, 2018 20:19 - 30 minutes - 69.5 MB

This week, Katie and Darbi sit down with Dev, a transfer student majoring in Psychology who talks to us about her transition to UofSC and her journey with her mental health condition.

Hear Me Out Teaser

August 27, 2018 23:31 - 7 minutes - 16.5 MB

Welcome to Hear Me Out--the University of South Carolina's podcast dedicated to sharing stories of students facing and conquering challenges. This episode is a brief introduction to our hosts and what you can look forward to each and every week.

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