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The One About Pocket Hugs And Promises w/ Brandy Vega

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The One About Pocket Hugs And Promises w/ Brandy Vega

 Just Blane and Becks are back with a powerful and heartfelt episode of Radio Daybreak. This time, we’re diving into a topic that’s incredibly important—Suicide Prevention. Join us as we feature a special guest, Brandy Vega, the inspiring force behind the Promise2Live campaign.

First, Blane and Becks highlight the importance of Suicide Prevention Month and the critical resource, 988, the new mental health crisis hotline. They emphasize the ease and importance of reaching out for help when needed.

Next, we meet Brandy Vega, founder of the Promise2Live campaign and Vega Media Studios. Brandy shares her personal journey, having almost lost her daughter to suicide, and how this experience inspired her to create impactful initiatives. She discusses the Promise2Live campaign, which encourages people to make a commitment to seek help if they ever find themselves in a dark place. Brandy also introduces us to the Pocket Hug project, a touching way to provide comfort and connection.

Blane and Becks reveal their excitement about participating in the upcoming Promise2Live event in Hollywood, which coincides with National Suicide Awareness Day on September 10. They’ll be on the red carpet, interviewing guests and spreading messages of hope.

Finally, Brandy discusses her other ventures, including Vega Media Studios and Dancan AI, a groundbreaking company dedicated to authenticating content in the age of deepfakes and manipulated media. She shares her passion for creating a world where truth and transparency are paramount.

Don’t miss this episode filled with emotional stories, valuable resources, and a true sense of community. Tune in and be part of the movement to spread awareness and hope.

 

00:00 Introduction and Serious Topic Announcement

00:40 Special Guest Introduction: Brandi Vega

01:42 Upcoming Event in LA

03:05 Interview with Brandi Vega Begins

04:52 Brandi Vega's Personal Story and Mission

08:25 Promise to Live Campaign and 988 Awareness

14:11 Pocket Hug Project and Community Impact

16:48 Support and Coping Mechanisms

18:01 Upcoming Event Details and Conclusion

18:34 Invitation to Avalon

18:56 Celebrating Mental Health Heroes

19:54 Red Carpet Events and Performers

20:45 Importance of Donations

21:51 Peer Support and Mental Health Initiatives

23:45 Honest Conversations About Suicide

26:23 Brandy's 40 Over 40 Award

27:42 Dancan: Fighting Deepfakes and Misinformation

32:55 Future Events and Final Thoughts

Links:

www.ridethewave.media

Radio Daybreak

Promise2Live

Vega Media Studios

Dancan AI

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) https://afsp.org

JED Foundation https://jedfoundation.org

Trevor Project https://www.thetrevorproject.org

MTV "Ask" Campaign https://www.mtv.com/ask

 

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Keywords: Suicide Prevention, Mental Health, Community, Utah, Radio Daybreak, Blane and Becks, Promise2Live, Pocket Hug, Vega Media Studios, Dancan AI, Red Carpet Event, Hollywood


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