Boom Goes The Stigma

We are thrilled to share our dynamic conversation with Paul Diaz. Paul is a Business Representative with Iron Workers Local 29. With nearly twenty years of experience in ironwork, Paul brings a fascinating, heartfelt, and engaging perspective to mental wellness and suicide prevention. In this episode, Paul lays out how Iron Workers Local 29 is promoting suicide prevention, creating a more positive job culture, and forging pathways to help and support. We appreciate Paul sharing his on-the-ground, up-in-the-air, and gritty perspective on how ironworkers are addressing substance abuse and suicide. If you need support or feel distressed, you can call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, to speak with a trained crisis intervention specialist. You can also reach out to the Alcohol & Drug Helpline at 800-923-4357. To learn more about the CSPP and Boom Goes The Stigma, visit: suicide-stops-here.org Support the show Support the show

We are thrilled to share our conversation with George Carrillo. George was the former Executive Director of LatinoBuilt. He is now the Chief Executive Officer of the National Hispanic Construction Alliance. He is a staunch advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) with deep expertise in labor relations and union contracts. He works to challenge inequitable policies and actively dismantle institutional norms through strong alliances with community-based organizations and state legislature to advocate for social justice and equitable representation. We had a broad and reality-based conversation. George brought the "boom" with an empathetic, insightful, and comprehensive assessment of the challenges facing Hispanic professionals in the construction industry. We appreciate George laying out the fundamental challenges facing Hispanic construction professionals and sharing solution-based strategies to uplift and improve their work experience and their lives. If you need support or feel distressed, there is always hope and help. You can call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, to speak with a trained crisis intervention specialist. You can also reach out to the Alcohol & Drug Helpline at 800-923-4357. To learn more about the CSPP and Boom Goes The Stigma, visit: suicide-stops-here.org Support the show Support the show

We are excited to share our conversation with Rebecca Garza. Rebecca is a Health Promotion Strategist at the Oregon Health Authority. She supports strategic communications and mobilization initiatives and is the lead for the Rethink the Drink(RTD) brand. Rebecca earned a Master of Science in Medical Anthropology and Cross-Cultural Practice at Boston University School of Medicine. Rebecca shared Oregon's innovative approach to addressing excessive alcohol use in Oregon. We enjoyed learning about the thinking, research, and approach behind RTD's mission to help communities across Oregon Rethink the Drink. We dive into how RTD is helping CSPP raise awareness and create dialogue in the construction community. They have helped us craft a fun and informative approach to a serious and complicated issue. Please check out their resources at https://www.rethinkthedrink.com, and you can find construction-specific Rethink the Drink materials here. Rethink the Drink is creating a thoughtful and engaging dialogue around alcohol and building a new framework for thinking about alcohol. We appreciate Rebecca taking the time to talk with us! If you need support or feel distressed, you can call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, to speak with a trained crisis intervention specialist. You can also reach out to the Alcohol & Drug Helpline at 800-923-4357. To learn more about the CSPP and Boom Goes The Stigma, visit: suicide-stops-here.org Support the show

We are excited to share our conversation with Adam Garske. Adam Garske is a Project Engineer for Hoffman Construction and the Chairman of the Resource Technology subcommittee within their wellness task force. He provides insightful and personal background information about the needs and rationale behind the GUTS (Getting Us There Safe) room concept. The GUTS room is a versatile space for craftworkers to connect, access services, and have fun. If you're interested in learning more about GUTS, please visit https://www.hoffmancorp.com/guts/. You can also watch a news story about this program here. We appreciate Adam sharing the history, importance, and impact of the GUTS program. If you need support or feel distressed, there is always hope and help. You can call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, to speak with a trained crisis intervention specialist. You can also reach out to the Alcohol & Drug Helpline at 800-923-4357. To learn more about the CSPP and Boom Goes The Stigma, visit: suicide-stops-here.org Support the show Support the show

We are excited to share our conversation with Dr. Leslie Hammer. Dr. Hammer specializes in the effects of workplace conditions, including supportive supervision at work and occupational stress, on workplace mental health and well-being. She is the Associate Director of Applied Research and Professor with the Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences at Oregon Health & Science University and the Co-Director of the Oregon Healthy Workforce Center, one of 10 centers of excellence in Total Worker Health® funded by the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health. We appreciate Dr. Hammer taking the time to share the research insights behind her tools for creating a healthy, connected, and safe workplace culture. If you need support or feel distressed, there is always hope and help. You can call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, to speak with a trained crisis intervention specialist. You can also reach out to the Alcohol & Drug Helpline at 800-923-4357. To learn more about the CSPP and Boom Goes The Stigma, visit: suicide-stops-here.org Support the show Support the show

We are excited to share our conversation with Christi Pilutik. Christi is the founder and president of ALTA Consulting. Coming from a long line of construction professionals, she has an intimate knowledge of the unique challenges facing the construction community, including their families, and what it needs to thrive. We talked to Christi about simple and realistic steps companies can take to improve their employees' workplaces. She also shares how she works with companies where they are to make employee wellness programs tailored to different cultures. To learn more about ALTA Consulting: https://www.altaconsultllc.com/ If you need support or feel distressed, there is always hope and help. You can call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, to speak with a trained crisis intervention specialist. You can also reach out to the Alcohol & Drug Helpline at 800-923-4357. To learn more about the CSPP and Boom Goes The Stigma, visit: suicide-stops-here.org Support the show

We are excited to share our conversation with Hunter Moen. Our long-time listeners will remember that Hunter conceived and is one of the original hosts of Boom Goes the Stigma. Hunter is now the QPR training specialist at Lines for Life. QPR (Question, Persuade, and Refer) is an evidence-based suicide prevention training program. During this episode, we reminisce on the early days of the podcast, take a deep dive into exploring QPR's strengths and identifying its areas of growth, and discuss the support Lines for Life's training department has for QPR trainers. To sign up for virtual CSPP QPR training with Max and Anna, visit our training site for current offerings: https://www.suicide-stops-here.org/training-opportunities/ For More Information about QPR in Oregon, please visit: https://www.linesforlife.org/training/qpr/ and https://www.oregonsuicideprevention.org/training/become-a-trainer/ You can email Hunter Moen at QPR@linesforlife.org regarding becoming a QPR trainer or accessing resources as a current trainer. If you need support or feel distressed, there is always hope and help. You can call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, to speak with a trained crisis intervention specialist. You can also reach out to the Alcohol & Drug Helpline at 800-923-4357. To learn more about the CSPP and Boom Goes The Stigma, visit: suicide-stops-here.org Support the show Support the show

We are excited to share our conversation with Pat Daniels, the Founder and Executive Director of Constructing Hope. Constructing Hope’s mission is to rebuild the lives of people in the Portland community by encouraging self-sufficiency through skills training and education in the construction industry. Constructing Hope provides no-cost, ten-week construction training programs, placement services, and career advancement to low-income people of color, youth, and formerly incarcerated people connected to careers in the construction industry. Pat's stories about people improving their lives and the lives in our community are inspiring. Constructing Hope has a positive and profound impact on our community. We appreciate Pat taking the time to talk with us! If you need support or feel distressed, there is always hope and help. You can call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, to speak with a trained crisis intervention specialist. You can also reach out to the Alcohol & Drug Helpline at 800-923-4357. To learn more about the CSPP and Boom Goes The Stigma, visit: suicide-stops-here.org Support the show Support the show

The Construction Suicide Prevention Partnership crew has wrapped up recording our next series of podcasts! In this teaser, you will get caught up on what we have been doing since our last season ended and what we have in the hopper moving forward. You'll also get a sneak peek at the guest list for the rest of the season! Throughout the fall, we will release new episodes of Boom Goes the Stigma every other Wednesday. We hope you’ll give us a listen! If you are in need of support or feeling distressed, you can call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, to speak with a trained crisis intervention specialist. You can also reach out to the Alcohol & Drug Helpline at 800-923-4357. To learn more about the CSPP, visit: Construction Suicide Prevention Partnership – reducing suicide and promoting mental well-being in the construction industry (suicide-stops-here.org) Support the show Support the show

Here is our season one finale episode of Boom Goes the Stigma! We are excited to share our conversation with Dr. John W. McIlvee. Dr. Mcllvee serves as the State Opioid Treatment Authority (SOTA) for the State of Oregon and is the manager of the Healthcare Professionals Service Program (HPSP). He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, has several years of direct clinical experience in treating patients with alcohol and drug disorders, and was the former Director of Assessment and Education and Associate Director of Research at a large substance abuse treatment facility. Dr. Mcllvee talked about the current state, cause, and impact of Oregon’s opioid crisis. He provided perspectives= on prevention, interdiction, treatment, and recovery. In addition, he discussed the power empathy has in supporting employees in treatment for or recovering from an opioid misuse disorder. We appreciate Dr. Mclvee taking the time to talk with us! Support the show

We are excited to share our conversation with Dr. Andy Walmsley from Building Wellness, a nonprofit in New Zealand that focuses on supporting mental well-being and reducing suicide rates in the construction industry. Dr. Andy’s Ph.D. explored help-seeking attitudes and behaviors among men within the New Zealand construction industry. He chose his Ph.D. topic to offer practical help to address the high rates of suicide within the sector. In our conversation, Andy talked about the challenges the construction workforce in New Zealand faces and how their organization operates to meet their needs. We appreciate Andy taking the time to talk to us! If you need support or feel distressed, there is always hope and help. You can call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, to speak with a trained crisis intervention specialist. You can also reach out to the Alcohol & Drug Helpline at 800-923-4357. To learn more about the CSPP and Boom Goes The Stigma, visit: suicide-stops-here.org Support the show

We are excited to share our conversation with John Hickey, the Executive Director of the Asphalt Pavement Association of Oregon. In leading the Asphalt Pavement Association, John focuses on maintaining a culture of continuous improvement in the paving industry – which requires working on diverse issues such as pavement design and research, recruiting the next generation of workers, infrastructure funding, and, of course, safety. In our conversation, John highlighted the unique challenges facing “horizontal construction.” We discussed how new and potential policies and practices can improve the industry. We learned the excellent benefits of a job in the pavement industry. We appreciate John taking the time to talk to us! If you need support or feel distressed, there is always hope and help. You can call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, to speak with a trained crisis intervention specialist. You can also reach out to the Alcohol & Drug Helpline at 800-923-4357. To learn more about the CSPP and Boom Goes The Stigma, visit: suicide-stops-here.org Support the show

We are excited to share our conversation with Mike Ellis and Barte Hess from Apollo Mechanical Contractors apollomech.com. As safety manager for Apollo Mechanical, Mike has developed, taught, and implemented world-class safety programs, leading Apollo to receive numerous site safety awards for injury-free work environments. Barte is Apollo's Division Health and Safety Manager. He's a husband, dad, and all-around fix-it guy. In his spare time, he restores hot rod cars and plays music. We enjoyed talking and hearing stories about how their pragmatic approach to psychological safety and total worker health is transforming the construction industry. Prioritizing mental wellness does not have to be complicated; sometimes simplicity is the innovation! If you need support or feel distressed, there is always hope and help. You can call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, to speak with a trained crisis intervention specialist. You can also reach out to the Alcohol & Drug Helpline at 800-923-4357. To learn more about the CSPP and Boom Goes The Stigma, visit: suicide-stops-here.org Support the show Support the show

We are excited to share our conversation with Dr. Nabarun Dasgupta. Dr. Dasgupta is a scientist at the Opioid Data Lab at the University of North Carolina with two decades of experience in overdose epidemiology and prevention. Through his unique research approach and ability to tell true stories about health with data and compassion, Dr. Dasupta has become a national leader in reconfiguring how our country addresses the opioid crisis. The New York Times and NPR recently featured Dr. Dasgupta's team's work in studying and addressing the opioid epidemic. Through his work, he aims to amplify community and patient voices in public health. He works closely with patients with pain conditions and believes they can be equal partners in scientific research. We had a wide-ranging and informative discussion. We appreciate Dr. Dasgupta for taking the time to talk with the CSPP. Follow him on Twitter @nabarund To learn more about the Opioid Data Lab’s work, please visit: https://www.opioiddata.org/ If you need support or feel distressed, there is always hope and help. You can call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, to speak with a trained crisis intervention specialist. You can also reach out to the Alcohol & Drug Helpline at 800-923-4357. To learn more about the CSPP and Boom Goes The Stigma, visit: suicide-stops-here.org Support the show

We are excited to share our conversation with Crystal Larson. Crystal manages Lines For Life's Community Training Program and has been instrumental in implementing QPR (Question, Persuade, and Refer), an evidence-based suicide prevention training program, within the construction industry. Crystal brings an authentic, humorous, and practical viewpoint to suicide prevention training. We talk about overcoming the eye rolls, planting seeds of hope, and creating additional mental health training modules that reflect the resiliency of the construction industry. For More Information about QPR, please visit: https://www.linesforlife.org/training/qpr/ and https://www.oregonsuicideprevention.org/training/become-a-trainer/ If you need support or feel distressed, there is always hope and help. You can call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, to speak with a trained crisis intervention specialist. You can also reach out to the Alcohol & Drug Helpline at 800-923-4357. To learn more about the CSPP and Boom Goes The Stigma, visit: suicide-stops-here.org Support the show Support the show

In this episode, we spoke with Steven Frost. We had an expansive conversation about connecting construction with responsive resources, building a culture of care, and creating diverse training modules. Steven is an experienced Safety, Health, and Environment Professional at the forefront of raising suicide prevention awareness across the construction industry. He works tirelessly to create, promote, and provide resources that resonate with the construction industry. He also serves as president-elect for the Columbia Willamette Chapter of the American Society of Safety Professionals. Finally, Steven is a founding member of the CSPP. He helped write our action guide and is our QPR(Question Persuade Refer) liaison. If you need support or feel distressed, there is always hope and help. You can call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, to speak with a trained crisis intervention specialist. You can also reach out to the Alcohol & Drug Helpline at 800-923-4357. To learn more about the CSPP and Boom Goes The Stigma, visit: suicide-stops-here.org Support the show

We are excited to share our conversation with Kristina Ewing from Andersen Construction. She discussed the evolving mindset in construction, shared alternative avenues for delivering suicide prevention on the job site, and provided insight on how to embed suicide prevention into the workplace culture. Kristina is a founding member of the CSPP and helped craft our Action Guide. She brings a unique approach to suicide prevention and mental well-being space. If you need support or feel distressed, there is hope and help. You can call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, to speak with a trained crisis intervention specialist. 988 is a free service and is available 24/7/365. You can also reach out to the Alcohol & Drug Helpline at 800-923-4357. To learn more about the CSPP and Boom Goes The Stigma, visit: suicide-stops-here.org Support the show

The Construction Suicide Prevention Partnership crew is recording our next series of podcasts. In this teaser, you will hear what Anna and Max have in store for this upcoming season. Starting in November 2002, we will release new episodes every other Wednesday! Hope you will join us! _______ If you are in need of support or feeling distressed, you can call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, to speak with a trained crisis intervention specialist. You can also reach out to the Alcohol & Drug Helpline at 800-923-4357. To learn more about the CSPP, visit: Construction Suicide Prevention Partnership – reducing suicide and promoting mental well-being in the construction industry (suicide-stops-here.org) Support the show

Welcome to our season finale! Max, Anna, and Hunter held a roundtable discussion reflecting on the podcast project. Our discussion included initial inspiration for the show and how we can continue to expand this work. Let us know what you thought about the show by leaving us a rating and review! Also, be sure to subscribe to this podcast; we hope to continue bringing you more content in the near future! If you are in need of support or feeling distressed, you can call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, to speak with a trained crisis intervention specialist. You can also reach out to the Alcohol & Drug Helpline at 800-923-4357. To learn more about the CSPP, visit: suicide-stops-here.org To learn more about Lines For Life, visit: Lines For Life – Preventing Substance Abuse and Suicide, and Promoting Mental Wellness To support the show, visit our CSPP donation link: Construction Industry Donation (linesforlife.org) Topics Referenced: AmeriCorps Disparities in Suicide | CDC Support the show

We were joined today by Michael Hawes, the executive director for the Pacific Northwest Carpenters Institute (PNCI). We discussed his involvement with the apprenticeship program and how he has helped transform ideas into action by combating stigma to create a safer and more accepting work environment. If you are in need of support or feeling distressed, you can call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, to speak with a trained crisis intervention specialist. You can also reach out to the Alcohol & Drug Helpline at 800-923-4357. To learn more about the CSPP, visit: suicide-stops-here.org To learn more about Lines For Life, visit: Lines For Life - (linesforlife.org) To support the show, visit our CSPP donation link: Construction Industry Donation (linesforlife.org) People referenced: Judy Cushing – Founder & CEO emeritus of Lines for Life Steven Frost, LEED AP, CHST, ASP, CSP – Construction Environmental Health & Safety Engineer Cal Beyer – VP of Workforce Risk & Worker Wellbeing for CSDZ Greg Borders – CCO @ Lines For Life Crystal Larson – QPR Statewide Coordinator & Community Training Program Manager @ Lines For Life Topics referenced: Pacific Northwest Carpenters Institute (PNCI) QPR Institute | Practical and Proven Suicide Prevention Training (Question, Persuade, Refer) About MHFA - Mental Health First Aid We are teens helping teens • YouthLine (oregonyouthline.org) Support the show