Hey Man; It's Ok

Hey Man; It’s Ok is a men’s mental health podcast that breaks down the stigma around vulnerability, emotions, and personal struggles. Hosted by Sky Bridges and licensed marriage and family therapist Ryan Heapy, this podcast creates a space for real, unfiltered conversations about mental health, relationships, masculinity, and the challenges men face every day. Each episode features honest discussions, personal stories, and expert insights to help men navigate their emotions, break free from outdated expectations, and know that it’s okay to not be okay. Whether we’re diving into deep topics, sharing laughs, or learning from guest experts, Hey Man; It’s Ok is here to remind you that you’re not alone. Join us on this journey toward self-acceptance, growth, and mental wellness—because every man deserves to be heard, understood, and supported. Find us wherever you listen to podcasts or visit <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href

Hey Man; It's Ok is a health podcast hosted by Skyler Bridges, with 51 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Skyler Bridges hosts Hey Man; It's Ok, a health show with 51 episodes published.

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  Episode #26

  Jackson Erdos - Climbing the Mountain Takes Years: American Ninja Warrior on Depression, Identity, and Resilience

  Feb 27, 202641 minS3

  <p>In this powerful episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, we sit down with American Ninja Warrior champion Jackson Erdos for one of the most honest conversations we’ve ever had.</p><p>Jackson shares his journey from elite youth athlete to world-class competitor—while quietly battling depression, anxiety, substance use, and suicidal ideation as a teenager. He opens up about checking himself into residential treatment, losing close friends to suicide, and learning that success without identity and support can still feel empty.</p><p>At just 18 years old, Jackson speaks with rare wisdom about:</p>Why your identity is not...

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  Episode #25

  Minh Nguyen - "I was ready to crash the car”: Losing Everything, Shame, and Choosing to Stay - HMIO 325

  Feb 20, 202635 minS3

  <p>In this deeply honest episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, hosts Sky Bridges and Ryan Heapy sit down with Minh Nguyen, a longtime friend, father, and entrepreneur, to share a raw conversation about shame, success, financial collapse, and choosing to stay alive.</p><p>Minh opens up about his childhood growing up in a cult-like church, the pressure to perform and succeed, and how those early experiences shaped his identity as a man. He shares the staggering rise and fall of his career in the mortgage industry—including losing over $1.1 million—and the emotional toll that followed.</p><p>At h...

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  Episode #24

  Zander Keig -  Bridge Building in a Divided World: Men, Mental Health, and Being Pro-Human - HMIO 324

  Feb 13, 202625 minS3

  <p>In this thought-provoking episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, Sky Bridges and licensed marriage and family therapist Ryan Heapy sit down with Zander Keig—a veteran, licensed social worker, author, and bridge-builder—to explore how men can protect their mental health in an increasingly polarized and divided world.</p><p>Zander shares insights from his life growing up in a Mexican Catholic family in Los Angeles, his time working with veterans at the VA, and his work with organizations like Braver Angels and the Prohuman Foundation (http://www.prohumanfoundation.org/) . Together, the conversation digs into depolarization, empathy, identity, and wh...

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  Episode #23

  Corey Corpodian - Emotional Fitness: Building Resilience and Overcoming Depression - HMIO 323

  Jan 30, 202648 minS3

  <p>In this powerful episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, hosts Sky Bridges and Ryan Heapy, LMFT sit down with Corey Corpodian—a board-certified orthodontist, entrepreneur, and mental health advocate—to explore the hidden cost of high achievement and the life-changing power of emotional fitness.</p><p>Corey shares his deeply personal story of success on paper and depression behind the scenes. After graduating early, building a prestigious career, and checking every box of the traditional “American Dream,” Corey found himself burned out, unfulfilled, and struggling with severe depression. A turning point came through physical fitness, a melanoma diagnosis, and a radi...

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  Episode #22

  Esther Perry - Rewriting Survival: Men's Path to Mental Wellbeing HMIO 322

  Jan 23, 202644 minS3

  <p>In this powerful episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, hosts Sky Bridges and licensed therapist Ryan Heapy sit down with Esther Perry, EMDR consultant and author of When Survival Is Killing You, to unpack what men are rarely taught about mental health, trauma, and emotional expression.</p><p>Esther helps explain the why behind common mental health tools — from EMDR and mindfulness to nervous system regulation — and why many men struggle to connect with approaches that don’t feel safe or practical. Together, they explore how trauma lives in the body, the overlooked “fight” response in fight-or-flight, and how cultural...

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