Mental Health in Tech

Mental Health in Tech

Honest Conversations About Difficult Topics

Episodes 18
Avg. Duration 1h 20m
Activity Sporadic
Since Apr 2023
Latest Episode Sep 2025

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About This Podcast

In this podcast series hosted by Schalk Neethling and Schalk Venter, the conversation revolves around mental health in the tech industry. Each episode features a guest who joins the hosts in an honest and open discussion about their personal struggles with mental health. The hosts and guests offer valuable insights into tech workers' challenges, such as burnout, imposter syndrome, and work-life balance. They also explore the stigma surrounding mental health issues in the workplace and discuss practical strategies for promoting positive mental health.

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Recent Episodes

S4E3 Beyond the Box: Rethinking Women in Tech Groups and Inclusive Workplaces

Sep 17, 2025 1h 32m

In this candid conversation, guest Salma Alam-Naylor joins hosts Schalk Venter, Schalk Neethling, and Kate van Niekerk to unpack her thought-provoking article "Why Women in Tech Isn't Enough." The…

S3E3 Roundtable: AI, Accessibility, and Staying Human in a Precarious Tech World

Aug 14, 2025 1h 35m

In this roundtable, the hosts and guests, Miriam, Geoff, and Hidde, dig into the messy overlap between mental health and technology. We talk about the real human consequences of modern tooling, from…

S3E2 Choosing What’s Worth Pursuing

Jul 16, 2025 1h 27m

What happens when the work you love starts to drain the life out of you, or disappears altogether? In this episode, the two Schalks sit down with Kate van Niekerk (She Can Do), design strategist,…

S3E1 Who Am I Without the Mania?

Jul 02, 2025 1h 11m

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Mental Health in Tech, we’re joined by developer, entrepreneur, and educator Saron Yitbarek. Saron opens up about her experience living with bipolar…

The Emotional Rollercoaster of Tech Layoffs, Reviving CSS-Tricks, and Recovery - Geoff - Part 2

Aug 12, 2024 1h 12m

In this episode of "Mental Health in Tech," Geoff Graham, alongside hosts Schalk Neethling and Schalk Venter, delves into the complexities of content creation in the age of AI, reflecting on the…

Vulnerability and Breaking the Facade as a Balancing Act - Geoff - Part 1

Jun 26, 2024 1h 11m

Geoff Graham, known for his work with CSS Tricks and Smashing Magazine joins hosts Schalk Neethling and Schalk Venter for this episode of the Mental Health in Tech podcast. As has become customary,…

Culture, Broken Job Markets, And A Mental Health Emergency - Kai

May 30, 2024 1h 48m

In this episode of the Mental Health in Tech podcast, hosts Schalk Neethling and Schalk Venter are joined by Kai Katschthaler to discuss the profound mental health impact of the various challenges…

Mission Save A Life: A Community-Driven Approach to Suicide Prevention And Education

May 18, 2024 54m

In this episode, host Schalk Neethling interviews Jennifer Weis, the founder of Mission Save A Life, a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising awareness, promoting education, and driving action…

Striking the Balance: Work, Life, and Mental Well-being in Tech - Erik

May 15, 2024 1h 14m

This episode of the Mental Health in Tech podcast features Erik Andersen, also known as the world’s happiest software engineer, who delves into the mental health challenges faced by developers in the…

Humor, Community, Vulnerability, and ADHD - Russ

Feb 07, 2024 1h 22m

In this episode of the Mental Health in Tech podcast, Schalk Venter and I spoke with Russ Jones about the mental health landscape from a broader perspective. Russ, known for his ADHD Big Brother…

Navigating Tech: A Journey of Growth and Challenge - Darko

Jan 28, 2024 1h 38m

The episode features a deep dive into Darko Arnautovic's professional journey in the tech industry, highlighting the challenges and growth he experienced. It covers his transition from initial…

Human Skills in Tech - KBall

Dec 03, 2023 1h 19m

In this episode of the Mental Health in Tech podcast, hosts Schalk Neethling and Schalk Venter, along with guest Kevin Ball (KBall), discuss the often-overlooked emotional and interpersonal aspects…

Silencing the Noise: Blending Focus Bear with Mental Health Advocacy in Tech - Jeremy

Nov 08, 2023 1h 21m

In this episode of the Mental Health in Tech podcast, co-hosts Schalk Neethling and Schalk Venter delve into a conversation with Jeremy Nagel, creator of Focus Bear, examining the intersection of…

Self-Acceptance, Embracing Vulnerability, and Creating a Supportive Work Culture - Bavani

Oct 24, 2023 1h 30m

In this captivating episode titled "Self-Acceptance, Embracing Vulnerability, and Creating a Supportive Work Culture," guest Bavani Chetty shares her journey towards self-acceptance, highlighting the…

Community, Validation, The Power of Support Networks, and Burnout - Casey

Aug 17, 2023 1h

This episode of Mental Health in Tech features guest Casey Watts and delves into the interplay between mental health and technology, highlighting Casey's background in both psychology and tech. A…

Navigating Tech with a Mental Health Map - Candice

Jul 13, 2023 1h 17m

This episode of the Mental Health in Tech podcast features an in-depth conversation with Candice Grobler, who shares her journey through various mental health challenges while working in the tech…

Tech's Hidden Challenge: Balancing Innovation with Mental Well-being - Liesel

May 18, 2023 1h 24m

In this episode of the Mental Health in Tech podcast guest Liesel Bester, COO at IO Digital, discusses the complexities of managing mental health in the fast-paced tech industry. Liesel and the…

Imposter Syndrome And Coping When Your World Is Turned Upside Down - Gideon

Apr 12, 2023 1h 12m

In the debut episode of the mental health in tech podcast hosted by Schalk Neethling and Schalk Venter, the guest is Gideon, who shares his struggles with imposter syndrome and a difficult time in…

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Mental Health in Tech has published 18 episodes since April 2023, covering topics in Health & Fitness, Technology.

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