The Bipolar Millennial: Recent Episodes
Ricky Shaw Media, LLC
This podcast is about a blended family with a son that suffered a traumatic brain injury while running on a pool deck. While recovering from the brain injury he was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, OCD and ODD. What ensued was a 14 year battle to raise a boy while dealing with educators, doctors, siblings, family and friends. During this time he also attempted suicide three times The millennial will join into conversations regarding his mental state, doctors, medication and addictions. We will also interview friends that have their own bipolar millennial and discuss the issues that they face.
We are not doctors, psychologists or professional therapists but do offer a look into how we have dealt with the emotional rollercoaster ride that is our lives.
Diane and Jimmy are back in studio to discuss the weeks and the holiday. Nick make strides and had some clarity. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
It has been a while since we heard from Marnie, Covid and other issues. But we got the opportunity to get together and Cath up. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
It has been a while since we heard from Marnie, Covid and other issues. But we got the opportunity to get together and Cath up. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
We made it through Thanksgiving without issues. Family came and Nick was fine. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Diane and Jimmy got a question from a listener. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
As we prepare for Thanksgiving week, we talk about the day and how it affects Nick. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
As we Progress through the time change weeks, we may have found a new therapist for Nick. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Diane and Jimmy talk about dealing with depression and how even we have it. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Diane and Jimmy talk about the time change and how it affects Nick's cycles. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Nick, Diane and Jimmy discuss Nick's job and his continuing struggles. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Nick is at work but Diane and Jimmy discuss Nick's caring and compassionate side. He loves to take care of people. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
This is a rerun of Episode #1. This week has been a rough week personally with family issues. However this is the start of our journey and the reason we do this Podcast. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Nick is at work but Diane and Jimmy are in the studio wondering when the ride just falls out from under them. This is the crazy part of the bi polar life. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Nick is back in the studio and is looking for answers. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
What you're about to hear is Nick raw and unplugged. He came into the studio to talk about a topic and he had one of those bipolar moments. So do what we do and just sit back and listen. This is just a glimpse into our world. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Nick explains coffee math. Hope this doesn't catch on. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Nick came in to discuss bipolar moments This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Nick came in to discuss Bipolar issues. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Diane, Jimmy and Nick discuss the weather and how a tropical depression is like a bipolar mind. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Diane, Nick and Jimmy talk about Nick's painting and how he channels his energy into his paintings. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Diane and Jimmy discuss finding that space where they can retreat, relax and revive. If you don't remove yourself every so often you get burned out living with bi-polar people. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Nick was in the studio to talk about his shit week. His car broke down and more. Not been a good week so far. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
We continue the talk, Nick was in the studio to talk about his upcoming trip to Boston. As you can tell the conversation can run wild without a clear topic but somehow we come back to the point. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Nick was in the studio to talk about his upcoming trip to Boston. As you can tell the conversation can run wild without a clear topic but somehow we come back to the point. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Nick discusses a quote from a favorite designer of his. "Output before input" how social media can tear you down before you even start. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Nick is back in the studio to talk about his ADHD. He loose interest around step three. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Diane and Jimmy discuss Nick's want of an apartment and set goals to obtain. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Diane, Jimmy and Nick talk about Nicks mood swings and how he could handle them. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Diane, Jimmy and Nick talk about music and how it takes you back and changes your outlook on life. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Diane, Jimmy and Nick talk about happy days and the super power that is Bipolar. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Diane, Jimmy and Nick discuss the approach to a new time in Nick's life. The Body will follow the mind. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Diane, Jimmy and Nick discuss consistence and how Nick has issues with it. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Diane, Jimmy and Nick discuss consistence and how Nick has issues with it. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Diane and Jimmy discuss how Jimmy coped with being the step dad and how he faced the challenges. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Diane and jimmy discuss the last few weeks as Nick experiences some bi-polar weeks. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Diane and Jimmy discuss Diane's past marriage and how it affects Nick today. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Diane and Jimmy discuss Nick's obsession with spending money and how it drives him once he knows he has some. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Diane and Jimmy discuss their day with Nick and his social Anxiety issues. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Diane and Jimmy discuss Nicks goals and putting more on himself till the point of failure. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Diane and Jimmy discuss their frustrations with situations that they face with their Bipolar child. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Nick came in to the studio and started asking Jimmy questions. This is their typical conversation style. It's fun to watch and even funny to listen to. You never know what's coming next. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
The Bi Polar millennial talks about family trips and the great time we had. Support this podcast
The Bi Polar Millennial explains how he had the best conversation with himself. The laughter still rings through the studio. Support this podcast
Diane and Jimmy discuss the week they had, three days and three funerals. The middle one was tough as it involved a fireman that took his own life. Knowing this brings back bad memories. They discuss how they cope and handle the stress of raising a Bi Polar child. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Diane, jimmy, Marnie and Russ sit down and discuss the year gone by and the 2021 goals . This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.). Support this podcast
Diane and Jimmy sit down to discuss changes in medication and changes that they have seen. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.) Support this podcast
Diane and Nick are back in the studio to discuss the changes in Nicks medication. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.) Support this podcast
Diane and Marnie discuss the affects of this show and how we are reaching people. There are more people that are hurting and need to feel that they are not alone. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.) Support this podcast
Diane and Jimmy talk about changes that came to the house. Caleb moves out in May, Sami August. Nick moves to a new room and more. This broadcast produced and copyrighted by Rick Shaw Media, LLC. https://rickyshawmedia.com./ (https://rickyshawmedia.com.) Support this podcast
Diane and Jimmy take a short, long weekend in St Augustine, FL with Russ and Marnie their friends. These couples have so much in common, travel, work and bipolar son's. Support this podcast
Diane and Marnie have tea and discuss the issues they face everyday. It's a time of reflection and therapy. Support this podcast
Nick describes the uses of templates he uses. He looks at them as playing cards with faces and symbols. He uses them to organzine his thoughts. Support this podcast
Diane and Marnie have tea and discuss the issues they face everyday. It's a time of reflection and therapy. Support this podcast
Diane and Jimmy sit downing discuss the year gone by and the blessing they received. Support this podcast
Diane interviews Niko, Marnie's son. The topic is general but the conversation is tantalizing. Support this podcast
Diane interviews Niko, Marnie's son. The topic is general but the conversation is tantalizing. Support this podcast
Nick talks about the anger he feels everyday with himself and the situation he feels he can't control. Support this podcast
Diane and Nick talk about his addiction to nicotine and how hard it is to quit. When you deal with obsession issues any addictive item can become an issue to break. Support this podcast
Diane and Nick Talk about the mania Nick goes through. Nick trys to control the mania but sometimes it controls him. Support this podcast
Diane and Nick Talk about the mania Nick goes through. Nick trys to control the mania but sometimes it controls him. Support this podcast
this is the continuation of episode #9 Diane's friend Marnie comes over to discuss how Diane and her met and all the things they have in common. One thing is they both have son's with bipolar that are close in age. Listen how Marni has had to deal with her situation. Support this podcast
Diane's friend Marnie comes over to discuss how Diane and her met and all the things they have in common. One thing is they both have son's with bipolar that are close in age. Listen how Marni has had to deal with her situation. Support this podcast
Join Nick and his Mom as we discuss his medical marijuana experiences and ongoing search for anxiety relief. Support this podcast
Episode #7 A very candid discussion of what you will hear in these podcasts as far how Nick processes information and how it translates to his conversations and how he expresses himself. Some more insight into the extents of his injury, and how it has affected his life. Support this podcast
Episode #6 A decision was made after the 3rd suicide attempt to remove his current pharmaceuticals. This is the recount of what we did and what we all went through in the process. Support this podcast
A heart to heart talk between mother and son about the medications he was taking, how he feels about some of the doctors he has dealt with and a candid discussion about this podcast and how it can help people like them. Note: Just a word of caution, there are some bad words in this episode. Nothing that the movies don't say but beware. Support this podcast
This is the culmination of the 2nd suicide attempt. The discussions we had in the ER with Nick. How we as parents dealt with this and then the 3rd suicide attempt and what had to happen as a result of all of this. Support this podcast
This begins our journey of a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) that changes a family forever when their 11 year old falls on a pool deck while playing in the rain. Severe Juvenile Bipolar, OCD and ODD were the resulting diagnoses. Diane, the mom, and Nick himself discuss what they went through at the beginning, their views on the psychiatric hospital stays that followed and how he views that "3 Seconds Changed My Life". Support this podcast
Diane and Jimmy talk about the school years and how they had to deal with the education system. Nick's head injury affected his sequencing, short term memory, filters and his ability to do reading comprehension. From public schools, private schools and home schooling they struggled to get a fair education for Nick. Nick was in middle school at the time. He struggle with OCD, ODD and severe juvenile Bipolar Disorder. He suffered from ticks both external and vocal. His medication was so severe they basically took him out of normal life. They couldn't get him up to go to school and then when they did he wouldn't stay a wake when he got there. The teachers and faculty couldn't deal when him or he would go to the school nurse with a head ache. The failure of the education system. The system is set up based on reading comprehension and visual only and not set up for the physical needs of those who need to hear it and do it to succeed. Nick had to endure the system and learn on his own using You Tube and other web based systems to accomplish his goals. Support this podcast
Join the parents of The Bipolar Millennial as they discuss the events that lead up to the first self imposed hospitalization and the suicide death of Nick's own doctor. Then the medication changes, the death of a parent and a grandparent that contribute to his own suicide attempts. Anger, mood swings and frustration lead to additional diagnosis of PTSD. And hear the account of the first 2 suicide attempts and the parents reactions and actions that follow. Support this podcast