Episodes
4 days ago
4 days ago
In this episode of It’s Not Your Fault, host Brandon Jones breaks down how to have honest, age-appropriate conversations with young people after tragedy. He shares practical ways to listen, respond, and create safe spaces for kids to express their feelings without fear or shame. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or mentor, this episode will equip you with tools to support young people through some of life’s hardest moments, only on It's Not Your Fault Podcast.
7 days ago
Inside CDC’s FreeMind Campaign
7 days ago
7 days ago
In this episode of It’s Not Your Fault Podcast, host Brandon Jones sits down with the CDC to talk about the FreeMind campaign, a new initiative aimed at breaking down stigma and opening up real conversations around mental health. Together, they explore why FreeMind matters, how it’s helping communities, and what resources are available for anyone struggling or supporting loved ones.
Learn more and access resources at cdc.gov/freemind.
Tuesday Aug 19, 2025
Helping Adolescents with Reactive Attachment Disorder
Tuesday Aug 19, 2025
Tuesday Aug 19, 2025
In this episode of It’s Not Your Fault Podcast, host Brandon Jones tackles the unique challenges of parenting and supporting teens with Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD). Brandon shares practical strategies for building trust, reducing conflict, and fostering emotional safety, while also addressing common misconceptions about RAD. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or therapist, you’ll walk away with tools you can use right away to better connect with the adolescents in your life.
Tuesday Aug 12, 2025
What Parents and Caregivers Can Learn from the CDC's new Mental Health Campaign
Tuesday Aug 12, 2025
Tuesday Aug 12, 2025
The CDC has launched a new mental health campaign aimed at supporting kids and teens, but what does it mean for the parents, guardians, and caregivers in their lives? In this episode of It's Not Your Fault Podcast, host Brandon Jones breaks down a few of the campaign’s key messages and shares practical ways adults and caregivers can put these insights into action.
Tuesday Aug 05, 2025
Poverty is Not a Main Driver of Mental Health
Tuesday Aug 05, 2025
Tuesday Aug 05, 2025
In this episode of It’s Not Your Fault, Host Brandon Jones unpacks why poverty isn’t the main reason people struggle with mental health. Tune in as he delves deeper into this topic, only on It's Not Your Fault Podcast.
Tuesday Jul 29, 2025
Helping Adolescents Cope with Family Estrangement
Tuesday Jul 29, 2025
Tuesday Jul 29, 2025
On It’s Not Your Fault Podcast, host Brandon Jones dives into the emotional weight of family estrangement and how it impacts adolescents. In this episode, Brandon offers insight and guidance for everyone. Whether you're a teenager, a caregiver, or someone who works with young people, this conversation is essential.
Tuesday Jul 22, 2025
Balancing the hustle culture....
Tuesday Jul 22, 2025
Tuesday Jul 22, 2025
Brandon Jones shows you how caregivers can support young people who embrace the hustle culture on the latest episode of his teen mental health podcast.
Monday Jul 14, 2025
Teens find purpose through giving...
Monday Jul 14, 2025
Monday Jul 14, 2025
On the latest episode of his teen mental health podcast, host Brandon Jones shows you how to help the adolescent in your life find purpose through giving.
Saturday Jul 05, 2025
Why Independence Matters for Adolescent Mental Health
Saturday Jul 05, 2025
Saturday Jul 05, 2025
This week on It's Not Your Fault podcast, host Brandon Jones shows us why independence matters for adolescent mental health.
Wednesday Jun 25, 2025
Helping young people handle life's challenges
Wednesday Jun 25, 2025
Wednesday Jun 25, 2025
On the latest episode of his teen mental health podcast, host Brandon Jones continues his series on Reclaiming Youth. This week, he talks about mastery and how you can help your teenager handle life's challenges.