OnTopic with Empathia

Conversations with Experts on Subjects That Matter

Welcome to OnTopic by Empathia, a podcast dedicated to overcoming challenges in times of uncertainty. We’ll be talking to industry experts from a wide variety of fields to explore the issues of the day and steps individuals and organizations can take to become more resilient.

Whether it is delivering a high-value employee assistance program or responding to a crisis in your organization or community, Empathia brings competence, compassion and commitment to those who need it most.

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Quick Bites Episode 37-38: Empathy in Communication with Deborah Needham

Podcast content overview: Deborah Needham shares the ways empathy can help others and the importance of controlling your empathy in order to properly assist those in need. Listen to full episodes of OnTopic with Empathia here or on your preferred podcast platform.

Quick Bites Episode 36: Self-Confidence in Leadership with Erin Petersen

Podcast content overview: Erin Petersen discusses the value of self-confidence in leadership and how to grow better leaders. Listen to full episodes of OnTopic with Empathia here or on your preferred podcast platform.

Quick Bites Episode 34: All About Service Dogs with Rebuilding Warriors Founder Jeff Anderson

Podcast content overview: Jeff Anderson discusses service dogs, from the best breeds and criteria for each canine to the comprehensive pairing process that goes into matching a dog with a candidate. Listen to full episodes of OnTopic with Empathia here or on your preferred podcast platform.

Quick Bites Episode 30: Uplifting Suicide Awareness with Mark and Sarah Moss, Part One

Podcast content overview: Mark and Sarah Moss discuss the support systems that help someone cope with depression and suicidal thoughts. Listen to full episodes of OnTopic with Empathia here or on your preferred podcast platform.

Quick Bites Episode 6: Assisting Young Adults in Mental Health with Bill Mulcahy

Podcast content overview: Bill Mulcahy discusses how developing coping skills can have both immediate and long-term benefits for children and teens. Listen to full episodes of OnTopic with Empathia here or on your preferred podcast platform.

Quick Bites Episode 5: Understanding Mental Health in Young Adults with Bill Mulcahy

Podcast content overview: Bill Mulcahy discusses mental health issues in young adults and the external forces that may impact their emotional wellbeing. Listen to full episodes of OnTopic with Empathia here or on your preferred podcast platform.

Quick Bites Episode 4: Resolving Compassion Fatigue with Philip Chard

Podcast content overview: Philip Chard discusses ways to manage compassion fatigue, such as reconnecting with their sense of purpose. Listen to full episodes of OnTopic with Empathia here or on your preferred podcast platform.

Quick Bites Episode 3: Compassion Fatigue with Philip Chard

Podcast content overview: Philip Chard defines compassion fatigue and the impact of secondary traumatic stress. Listen to full episodes of OnTopic with Empathia here or on your preferred podcast platform.

Episode 39: Music and Hospice with Rory Bolton, Part One

End of life care is a truly difficult and emotional experience that often leaves us feeling disconnected from our loved ones. Our guest, Rory Bolton, uses music to bridge that connection and encourage emotions to flow during a time when it’s needed most. In this episode of OnTopic with Empathia, Rory shares his beautiful singing…