Archive for January, 2008

Other Sides of Suicide: Chrissy

Wednesday, January 30th, 2008

Casey interviews Chrissy, a freshman journalism major in the midwest, about the loss of her dad that took away her "kid card" and inspired her to begin writing a book about her experience.

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Other Sides of Suicide: Sarah

Wednesday, January 23rd, 2008

Casey interviews Dr. Sarah, a clinical psychologist who primarily works with kids who have autism and adult musicians, about the loss of her best friend, Steve, a cheerful outgoing music fan and attorney who battled with depression. Together, they drove all over the region going to Ian Moore concerts – especially listening to his song, Today, when either of them were struggling with anything. Now, the song brings back the great memories the two of them had together.

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Other Sides of Suicide: Kyle

Wednesday, January 16th, 2008

Casey interviews Kyle, a high school senior, about his best friend, Zane, a guitar player, and how he has been able to cope with his suicide. He also talks about how the song from Stephen Speaks, called The Leaving Song, has made a difference in how he thinks about his loss and the days ahead.

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Other Sides of Suicide: Angela

Wednesday, January 9th, 2008

Casey interviews Angela about her brother, Jimmy, an actor, comedian, and writer, and how she was able to cope after his suicide. She also talks about he always wanted to open his own coffee house in Austin, which she has now done in his honor. One song that helped Angela with this tough time was So Long Jimmy, by James Blunt.

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