Continuing our efforts to spread mental health awareness by advocating and elevating impactful stories, our annual I’m Listening broadcast special is set to air on Wednesday, September 25, at 7PM local time on Audacy stations across the country .
In partnership with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) , this year’s I’m Listening special will feature artists, athletes, medical experts and more, highlighting why having open and honest conversations around mental health is important, while discussing how they manage their own daily struggles. Audacy’s I’m Listening serves as a safe space for those struggling with mental health, encouraging them to call in with their experiences and learn about mental wellness tools, showing them that they are never alone.
This year, radio personality and co-host of NBC’s TODAY and The Voice , Carson Daly , and Audacy’s nationally syndicated Country host, Katie Neal , will return to host the broadcast alongside psychologist, author, scientist, and founder of the mental health nonprofit, The AAKOMA Project , Dr. Alfiee “Dr. Alfiee” M. Breland-Noble , and AFSP’s Chief Medical Officer Dr. Christine Yu Moutier. The group will set aside time during the special to shine a spotlight on several areas, including adolescents and children, the election and news cycle, veterans and first responders, and postpartum depression.
“Reaching people with authentic stories that resonate and that highlight resiliency are known to increase help-seeking, connection and save lives. The ‘I’m Listening’ initiative provides an incredible platform to reach people with the message that they are not alone and that their mental health matters. We are honored to be partners with a media company like Audacy that values our expertise and our voices in shaping our culture’s narrative toward uplifting mental health and suicide prevention,” said Bob Gebbia , Chief Executive Officer, AFSP. “We are also incredibly thankful to be beneficiaries of proceeds from the 'We Can Survive' concert, which fuels our mission to save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide.”
Beyond broadening the mental health conversation, Audacy has raised over $2 million in support of national and local organizations by collaborating with partners like AFSP on events and experiences, including the upcoming annual We Can Survive concert starring Justin Timberlake, New Kids On The Block , Tate McRae and more at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ on Saturday, September 28. A portion of the event’s proceeds will benefit AFSP, and fans can donate to the nonprofit using the digital fundraising platform Fandiem for a chance to win tickets to the show.
Listeners can tune in to the I’m Listening live stream on-air across all Audacy stations, with limited exceptions, on the Audacy app and website . Follow the conversation on X and Instagram using the hashtag #ImListeningLIVE .
Audacy's I’m Listening aims to share valuable resources for those who need to connect, heal, and share their own stories. The I’m Listening initiative aims to encourage those who are dealing with mental health issues to understand they are not alone. If you or anyone you know is struggling with depression or anxiety, know that someone is always there. Additionally, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 988. Find a full list of additional resources here .
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