Talking SMART, Season 1 Episode 1: Talking about mental health and member resources with Chris Carlough

November 24, 2025

The newest episode of the Talking SMART podcast is LIVE NOW!

This is the first episode in the first-ever themed season of Talking SMART, which will focus on mental health. Over the course of the season, SMART members and guests will dive into the concept of mental wellness, what different types of mental illness can look like, the resources available to members and their families and much more. Listen to the first episode today, featuring SMART Director of Wellness and Mental Health Support Chris Carlough!

“Really, all [that] people that are in pain want to have is to be heard, and to know that they’re not alone. And that’s what this whole thing really centers around: That you’re not alone.”

Talking SMART brings listeners the voice, stories and power of SMART union members across North America. Members are invited to send feedback and questions to info@smart-union.org

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Talking SMART is a member of the Labor Radio Podcast Network — working people’s voices, broadcasting worldwide 24 hours a day.