Dare to... Interview Kevin Hall (Mission: Teen Suicide Prevention)

Conversations on Mental Health and Fatherhood

In this episode of Dare to Dad, hosts Dr. Lester Clowes and Dr. Bobo Blankson welcome Kevin Hall, President of Grant Halliburton Foundation, to discuss the importance of mental health awareness, particularly for fathers. Kevin shares his personal journey from a career in advertising to leading a mental health foundation, emphasizing the need for early detection and providing access to mental health resources for children. The conversation explores the foundation's educational programs, navigation services, and peer support initiatives. Kevin also opens up about his own experiences as a father, including the challenges and realizations he faced while supporting his son through mental health struggles. This insightful discussion highlights the critical role of fathers in fostering open conversations and connections with their children.

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TIME STAMPS

01:58 Special Guest Introduction: Kevin Hall

02:55 Kevin Hall's Journey to Grant Halliburton Foundation

09:29 The Grant Halliburton Story

13:48 Grant Halliburton Foundation's Mission and Programs

24:51 The Role of Dads in Mental Health

29:36 The Rise and Fall of Dad to Dad Meetings

33:19 Advice for Dads: Be Curious