About this episode

Justin Goodman discusses mental health crisis support and the mission of Project 55.

Justin Goodman, Co‑Founder of the nonprofit Project 55 and co‑host of The Project 55 Podcast , brings honesty, curiosity, and lived experience to a show dedicated to transforming how we respond to mental health crises. Born from a gap Justin saw firsthand—where everyday people wanted to help but didn’t know how—Project 55 exists to equip communities with practical mental health first‑response skills. And the podcast is where those conversations come alive. Justin dives into the realities of crisis support, the surprising reactions from workplaces and communities after training, and what it would take for mental health education to become as common as CPR. Along the way, he sits with guests whose stories shift perspectives, spark new ideas, and energize the mission. Justin also brings his own journey into the conversation. Living with bipolar disorder and chronic pain, he reflects on the turning point that led him to speak openly, how sharing his story has reshaped his understanding of it, and the people who have supported him along the way. He talks candidly about balancing public advocacy with protecting his own mental health, and what he wishes more people understood about…

People in this episode

Host: Chris

Guest: Justin Goodman

Topics covered

• mental health
• crisis support
• community training
• bipolar disorder
• advocacy

Keywords

• mental health
• crisis response
• Project 55
• bipolar disorder
• community skills

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Project 55, The Project 55 Podcast

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