Episodes 17
Avg. Duration 37m
Activity Highly Active
Since Sep 2025
Latest Episode May 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Consistency
83%
Hosting
anchor.fm

About This Podcast

jack amplified digs into the issues that matter to people shaping youth mental health in Canada. Hosted by Michael Braithwaite, Jack.org’s President & CEO, the podcast cuts to the heart of the youth mental health crisis through stigma-busting conversations with youth advocates, thought leaders, and experts. Building on Jack.org’s expertise in prevention and education, jack amplified shares stories of resilience, real-world mental health skills, and expert voices to equip people to support themselves and others.

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Recent Episodes

S1E16 jack amplified | Ep. 16: The Power of One Conversation

May 20, 2026 33m

For Mental Health Awareness Month, we welcome three guests from Jack.org’s youth network to share their own perspectives on the power of active listening and laying the foundation for help-seeking…

S1E15 jack amplified | Ep. 15 - Shifting Gears: Mental Health & The Power of Community

May 06, 2026 41m

Movement and community are two of the most impactful factors on mental health. This month, Jack Ride combines both to bring Canadians together across the country to get in meaningful motion for youth…

S1E14 jack amplified | Ep. 14 - Finding Hope in the Climate Crisis

Apr 22, 2026 42m

Eco-anxiety is on the rise among youth. Young people have more access to news than ever, and while knowledge is certainly power, the constant influx of headlines on climate change and global warming…

S1E13 jack amplified | Ep. 13 - Mental Health on the Spectrum

Apr 08, 2026 30m

Autistic individuals face unique challenges to their mental health that often stem from being misunderstood or misdiagnosed. Autistic advocate & mental health speaker Tanner Bergsma joins us to…

S1E12 jack amplified | Ep. 12 - Women’s Mental Health and the Diagnosis Gap

Mar 25, 2026 28m

Women are statistically more likely to have their physical symptoms attributed to "anxiety" or "stress," leading to years of delayed diagnoses and distrust in healthcare providers. Women’s health…

S1E11 jack amplified | Ep. 11 - Navigating Mental Health in Black Spaces

Mar 11, 2026 22m

Culturally responsive care is essential in providing youth with safe and effective mental health support. But what does this really look like in practice for Black communities? Mintikah…

S1E10 jack amplified | Ep. 10 - Speak Up, Stand Together: Pink Shirt Day and the Fight Against Bullying

Feb 25, 2026 37m

Bullying has a deep impact on young people’s mental health, affecting self-esteem, stress levels, and overall well-being both online and offline. Open conversations about bullying and mental health…

S1E9 jack amplified | Ep. 9 - Perfect Isn’t Real: Body Image, Eating Disorders, and Growing Up Online

Feb 11, 2026 50m

Growing up online shapes how young people see themselves, often fueling comparison and unrealistic expectations. Open conversations about body image and eating disorders can help youth build…

S1E8 jack amplified | Ep. 8 - How Employers Can Support Workplace Mental Health

Jan 28, 2026 42m

The transition from fulltime student to career professional can be daunting. Imposter syndrome, burnout, and employment uncertainty amidst rising competition across the job market can impact mental…

S1E7 jack amplified | Ep. 7 - Mental Health 101: Understanding the Data and Driving Change

Jan 14, 2026 40m

Combatting the youth mental health crisis in Canada starts with understanding the data. Michael Cooper, vice president of development and strategic partnerships for Mental Health Research Canada…

S1E6 jack amplified | Ep. 6 - Grief, Resilience, & Hope After Loss (ft. Celia Owen)

Dec 17, 2025 21m

TW: mentions of suicide lossVoicing struggle helps us navigate grief after loss and build resilience. On this episode of jack amplified, we welcome Celia Owen, mental health advocate & Amazing…

S1E5 jack amplified | Ep. 5 - Academic Stress: You Aren’t Just Your Exam Scores

Dec 03, 2025 51m

We are more than our academic performance. Guests Lily Baker, Karl Zhu and Brooklyn Ranta reflect on their experiences as students and explore the impact of academic pressure on youth mental health,…

S1E4 jack amplified | Ep. 4 - Lessons in Strength: Talking about Mental Health as Men

Nov 19, 2025 59m

Men in Canada die by suicide three times more often than women. That’s often because of the intense societal pressure they face to keep silent about struggle. In honour of Men’s Health Awareness…

S1E3 Ep. 3 - Giving Youth The Tools To Reach Out Early

Nov 05, 2025 31m

Early intervention starts with giving youth the literacy they need to understand their mental health and engage in conversations that normalize and validate their complex emotions. On this week’s…

S1E2 jack amplified | ep. 2 - What Youth Really Need from Community

Oct 22, 2025 30m

This week, host Michael Braithwaite chats with Jack.org Youth Ambassador and Chapter Leader Leyan Al-Mashita to explore the healing power of community and the unique role youth-led, inclusive spaces…

S1E1 Ep. 1 - Belonging is Prevention

Oct 08, 2025 31m

Introducing jack amplified: the new podcast from Canada’s leading youth mental health charity, Jack.org. In honour of World Mental Health Day, host Michael Braithwaite chatted with former Jack Talks…

S1 Introducing jack amplified.

Sep 24, 2025 1m Trailer

Conversations rooted in empathy. Mental health advocacy fueled by action. Impact driven by youth. This is Jack Amplified. jack amplified digs into the issues that matter to people who are shaping…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does jack amplified. have?

jack amplified. has published 17 episodes since September 2025, covering topics in Health & Fitness, Mental Health.

Is jack amplified. still active?

jack amplified. is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 37m.

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