Moving Beyond Stigma

by Michelle Crossman

A new podcast, brought to you by Let The Elephants Dance and hosted by Michelle Crossman. We will discuss everything mental health and illness related. Here we want to end the stigma, and do so together as a community. This podcast will feature many special guests - included but not limited to mental health workers, advocates, authors, artists and more. 

Podcast episodes

  • Season 2

  • Love is Not Enough

    Love is Not Enough

    Our host Michelle Crossman, sits down with Gender Specialist Rebecca Minor. They dive into conversations surrounding active allyship, what it means to support queer and trans youth, and so much more. Please join us in listening to this important conversation.

  • Cracked Open

    Cracked Open

    As our second season begins, our host Michelle Crossman dives into the journey that this last year has been. About the trials, lessons, & hope this Podcast has brought into her life - and how she has learned to reclaim her power in the face of trauma and healing.

  • Season 1

  • Finding Your Voice

    Finding Your Voice

    In our final episode of season one, we are talking about the things no-one wants to talk about. Our host, Michelle Crossman, sits down with three members of The Gatehouse Toronto to talk about what they do, how they do it, and the importance of it all. The Gatehouse is here to provide support, community, and resources for individuals impacted by childhood sexual abuse. Content warning: discussions around the affects of childhood sexual abuse.

  • Vulnerably Yours

    Vulnerably Yours

    Our host, Michelle Crossman, has a beautiful conversation with Annalynne Mccord (actor, activist, artist on many levels) that we are honoured to share. We speak about her film Condition of Return which has important mental health themes throughout. We also speak about the healing process from trauma, building healthy relationships yourself and so much more! Full episode content warnings:gun violence/mass shootings, mentions of childhood abuse and trauma

  • The Impact of You

    The Impact of You

    In episode 8, our host Michelle Crossman has an energizing conversation with special guest Femi. They talk about his personal journey with career, mental health, helping others, and the impacts of social media.Content Warning: brief mentions of suicidal thoughts/suicide ideation