The Mike Veny Show Tue, 28 Oct 2025 22:35:16 +0000 Tue, 28 Oct 2025 22:35:16 +0000 Libsyn RSSgen 1.0 http://www.MikeVeny.com/podcast http://www.MikeVeny.com/podcast https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/6/c/b/9/6cb9714d94d507ac/Mike_Veny_Show_with_Cohost_Leanna_Johnson_FINAL.jpg The Mike Veny Show no episodic no Mike Veny offers you insights, interviews, and information that will empower you to connect with people more authentically. Mike Veny is America's leading guest celebrity mental health speaker. In addition to his advocacy for those who struggle with menta Mental wellness on the road Mental wellness on the road Fri, 22 Jun 2018 17:46:26 +0000 Leanna shares her first on-the-road interview from Quebec with Alicja Krysiak of Canadian solo travel blog, JUST Adventures, all about mental wellness while traveling!

]]> Leanna shares her first on-the-road interview from Quebec with Alicja Krysiak of Canadian solo travel blog, JUST Adventures, all about mental wellness while traveling!

]]> 16:04 false full Leanna shares her first on-the-road interview from Quebec with Alicja Krysiak of Canadian solo travel blog, JUST Adventures, all about mental wellness while traveling!Leanna shares her first on-the-road interview from Quebec with Alicja Krysiak of Canadian solo travel blog, JUST Adventures, all about mental wellness while traveling! Mental Health Workshop Live! Mental Health Workshop Live! Sun, 13 May 2018 20:52:21 +0000 Mike and Leanna share (for the first time!) their debut mental health workshop for cerative entrepreneurs, recorded live at the Self Employment in the Arts Conference in February 2018.

]]> Mike and Leanna share (for the first time!) their debut mental health workshop for cerative entrepreneurs, recorded live at the Self Employment in the Arts Conference in February 2018.

]]> 25:47 false full Mike and Leanna share (for the first time!) their debut mental health workshop for cerative entrepreneurs, recorded live at the Self Employment in the Arts Conference in February 2018.Mike and Leanna share (for the first time!) their debut mental health workshop for cerative entrepreneurs, recorded live at the Self Employment in the Arts Conference in February 2018. Talking New "Transforming Stigma" Book with Author Mike Veny Talking New "Transforming Stigma" Book with Author Mike Veny Mon, 02 Apr 2018 15:35:25 +0000 Leanna interviews Mike for the first time about his book, "Transforming Stigma: How to Become a Mental Wellness Superhero".

]]> Leanna interviews Mike for the first time about his book, "Transforming Stigma: How to Become a Mental Wellness Superhero".

]]> 24:29 false full Leanna interviews Mike for the first time about his book, "Transforming Stigma: How to Become a Mental Wellness Superhero".Leanna interviews Mike for the first time about his book, "Transforming Stigma: How to Become a Mental Wellness Superhero". Let's Talk "Amazingly Simple Self Care" Let's Talk "Amazingly Simple Self Care" Fri, 16 Feb 2018 21:41:39 +0000 Self care is extremely important for business owners, artists, entrepreneurs and, well, everyone! Mike introduces excerpts from "Amazingly Simple Self Care" training. For more information on the full training, visit the Transforming Stigma website!

]]> Self care is extremely important for business owners, artists, entrepreneurs and, well, everyone! Mike introduces excerpts from "Amazingly Simple Self Care" training. For more information on the full training, visit the Transforming Stigma website!

]]> 24:16 false full Self care is extremely important for business owners, artists, entrepreneurs and, well, everyone! Mike introduces excerpts from "Amazingly Simple Self Care" training. For more information on the full training, visit the Transforming Stigma website!Self care is extremely important for business owners, artists, entrepreneurs and, well, everyone! Mike introduces excerpts from "Amazingly Simple Self Care" training. For more information on the full training, visit the Transforming Stigma website! Mental Health and Domestic Human Trafficking Mental Health and Domestic Human Trafficking Wed, 03 Jan 2018 16:36:25 +0000 Leanna and Mike discuss the differences between labor and sex trafficking and some little-known facts about how common it really is. Leanna shares her knowledge of local trafficking in the Chicagoland area.

]]> Leanna and Mike discuss the differences between labor and sex trafficking and some little-known facts about how common it really is. Leanna shares her knowledge of local trafficking in the Chicagoland area.

]]> 29:21 false full Leanna and Mike discuss the differences between labor and sex trafficking and some little-known facts about how common it really is. Leanna shares her knowledge of local trafficking in the Chicagoland area.Leanna and Mike discuss the differences between labor and sex trafficking and some little-known facts about how common it really is. Leanna shares her knowledge of local trafficking in the Chicagoland area. Mental Health and Domestic Human Trafficking Mental Health and Domestic Human Trafficking Wed, 03 Jan 2018 16:36:23 +0000 Leanna and Mike discuss the differences between labor and sex trafficking and some little-known facts about how common it really is. Leanna shares her knowledge of local trafficking in the Chicagoland area.

]]> Leanna and Mike discuss the differences between labor and sex trafficking and some little-known facts about how common it really is. Leanna shares her knowledge of local trafficking in the Chicagoland area.

]]> 29:21 false full Leanna and Mike discuss the differences between labor and sex trafficking and some little-known facts about how common it really is. Leanna shares her knowledge of local trafficking in the Chicagoland area.Leanna and Mike discuss the differences between labor and sex trafficking and some little-known facts about how common it really is. Leanna shares her knowledge of local trafficking in the Chicagoland area. What to Do When Things Go Wrong What to Do When Things Go Wrong Sat, 04 Nov 2017 11:48:32 +0000 Listen in as Mike Veny and Leanna Johnson explore real strategies for working through difficult times. Ironically, this was recorded live in the lobby of a hotel as they were both struggling with some obstacles.

]]> Listen in as Mike Veny and Leanna Johnson explore real strategies for working through difficult times. Ironically, this was recorded live in the lobby of a hotel as they were both struggling with some obstacles.

]]> 26:11 false full Listen in as Mike Veny and Leanna Johnson explore real strategies for working through difficult times. Ironically, this was recorded live in the lobby of a hotel as they were both struggling with some obstacles.Listen in as Mike Veny and Leanna Johnson explore real strategies for working through difficult times. Ironically, this was recorded live in the lobby of a hotel as they were both struggling with some obstacles. The Importance of Boundaries The Importance of Boundaries Fri, 29 Sep 2017 13:51:22 +0000 In this episode, Mike Veny and Leanna Johnson explore the topic of boundaries in relationships. Keeping things candid, they even share boundaries they have set for each other. This is an uncomfortable and difficult subject for most people, but an incredibly important one.

]]> In this episode, Mike Veny and Leanna Johnson explore the topic of boundaries in relationships. Keeping things candid, they even share boundaries they have set for each other. This is an uncomfortable and difficult subject for most people, but an incredibly important one.

]]> 28:50 false full In this episode, Mike Veny and Leanna Johnson explore the topic of boundaries in relationships. Keeping things candid, they even share boundaries they have set for each other. This is an uncomfortable and difficult subject for most people, but an incredibly important one.In this episode, Mike Veny and Leanna Johnson explore the topic of boundaries in relationships. Keeping things candid, they even share boundaries they have set for each other. This is an uncomfortable and difficult subject for most people, but an incredibly important one. How to Deal with Difficult People How to Deal with Difficult People Wed, 30 Aug 2017 16:22:22 +0000 Let's face it - we all have to deal with people we can't stand. Listen in on a conversation with Mike Veny and Leanna Johnson share their experience on dealing with difficult people. They also offer practical tips to manage toxic situations.

 

]]> Let's face it - we all have to deal with people we can't stand. Listen in on a conversation with Mike Veny and Leanna Johnson share their experience on dealing with difficult people. They also offer practical tips to manage toxic situations.

 

]]> 26:41 false full Let's face it - we all have to deal with people we can't stand. Listen in on a conversation with Mike Veny and Leanna Johnson share their experience on dealing with difficult people. They also offer practical tips to manage toxic situations.  Let's face it - we all have to deal with people we can't stand. Listen in on a conversation with Mike Veny and Leanna Johnson share their experience on dealing with difficult people. They also offer practical tips to manage toxic situations.   Collaborating Effectively with Others Collaborating Effectively with Others Mon, 31 Jul 2017 16:43:23 +0000 In this episode, Mike Veny and Leanna Johnson discuss how adults have trouble "playing well in the sandbox together" and offer some practical tips on how to fix this problem. When there is teamwork, 1 + 1 = 11!

]]> In this episode, Mike Veny and Leanna Johnson discuss how adults have trouble "playing well in the sandbox together" and offer some practical tips on how to fix this problem. When there is teamwork, 1 + 1 = 11!

]]> 26:11 false full In this episode, Mike Veny and Leanna Johnson discuss how adults have trouble "playing well in the sandbox together" and offer some practical tips on how to fix this problem. When there is teamwork, 1 + 1 = 11!In this episode, Mike Veny and Leanna Johnson discuss how adults have trouble "playing well in the sandbox together" and offer some practical tips on how to fix this problem. When there is teamwork, 1 + 1 = 11! Understanding PTSD with Leanna Johnson Understanding PTSD with Leanna Johnson Tue, 20 Jun 2017 17:14:02 +0000 In this episode, Mike Veny introduces his new co-host, Leanna Johnson. In support of PTSD Awareness month, the two explore the subject of PTSD and Leanna's unique perspective. PTSD doesn't just happen to war veterans.

It can also develop in people who experienced abuse and trauma in their childhood. Learn about some of the symptoms, available treatments, and how to manage a relationship with someone who lives with PTSD.

]]> In this episode, Mike Veny introduces his new co-host, Leanna Johnson. In support of PTSD Awareness month, the two explore the subject of PTSD and Leanna's unique perspective. PTSD doesn't just happen to war veterans.

It can also develop in people who experienced abuse and trauma in their childhood. Learn about some of the symptoms, available treatments, and how to manage a relationship with someone who lives with PTSD.

]]> 34:03 false full In this episode, Mike Veny introduces his new co-host, Leanna Johnson. In support of PTSD Awareness month, the two explore the subject of PTSD and Leanna's unique perspective. PTSD doesn't just happen to war veterans. It can also develop in people who experienced abuse and trauma in their childhood. Learn about some of the symptoms, available treatments, and how to manage a relationship with someone who lives with PTSD.In this episode, Mike Veny introduces his new co-host, Leanna Johnson. In support of PTSD Awareness month, the two explore the subject of PTSD and Leanna's unique perspective. PTSD doesn't just happen to war veterans. It can also develop in people who experienced abuse and trauma in their childhood. Learn about some of the symptoms, available treatments, and how to manage a relationship with someone who lives with PTSD. MV 004: Meditation & Mental Health MV 004: Meditation & Mental Health Tue, 23 Feb 2016 19:02:44 +0000 In this episode, Mike Veny interviews Sarah McLean, the founder of the McLean Meditation Institute in Sedona, Arizona. Sarah is a student of Deepak Chopra and a Hay House author. She offers some deep insight into Ayureveda, meditation, and how to get started. Mike has used Primoridal Sound Meditation (which is similar to Transcendental Meditation) to help with his depression and anxiety.

]]> In this episode, Mike Veny interviews Sarah McLean, the founder of the McLean Meditation Institute in Sedona, Arizona. Sarah is a student of Deepak Chopra and a Hay House author. She offers some deep insight into Ayureveda, meditation, and how to get started. Mike has used Primoridal Sound Meditation (which is similar to Transcendental Meditation) to help with his depression and anxiety.

]]> 30:34 false full In this episode, Mike Veny interviews Sarah McLean, the founder of the McLean Meditation Institute in Sedona, Arizona. Sarah is a student of Deepak Chopra and a Hay House author. She offers some deep insight into Ayureveda, meditation, and how to get started. Mike has used Primoridal Sound Meditation (which is similar to Transcendental Meditation) to help with his depression and anxiety.In this episode, Mike Veny interviews Sarah McLean, the founder of the McLean Meditation Institute in Sedona, Arizona. Sarah is a student of Deepak Chopra and a Hay House author. She offers some deep insight into Ayureveda, meditation, and how to get started. Mike has used Primoridal Sound Meditation (which is similar to Transcendental Meditation) to help with his depression and anxiety. MV 003: Transforming Stigma into Strength™ MV 003: Transforming Stigma into Strength™ Wed, 03 Feb 2016 03:03:08 +0000 In this episode, Mike Veny shares a recording of his signature mental health presentation, that was customized for a live event for the birth mothers involved with the Minnesota Organization on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (MOFAS). Birth moms of children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) regularly experience a stigma from society. In addition, many of them struggle with mental health challenges. Mike is a guest celebrity mental health public speaker that addresses the stigma surrounding mental illness. He discusses being an at risk youth with behavior problems, depression, anxiety, and his obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). 

 

 

]]> In this episode, Mike Veny shares a recording of his signature mental health presentation, that was customized for a live event for the birth mothers involved with the Minnesota Organization on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (MOFAS). Birth moms of children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) regularly experience a stigma from society. In addition, many of them struggle with mental health challenges. Mike is a guest celebrity mental health public speaker that addresses the stigma surrounding mental illness. He discusses being an at risk youth with behavior problems, depression, anxiety, and his obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). 

 

 

]]> 35:47 false full In this episode, Mike Veny shares a recording of his signature mental health presentation, that was customized for a live event for the birth mothers involved with the Minnesota Organization on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (MOFAS). Birth moms of children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) regularly experience a stigma from society. In addition, many of them struggle with mental health challenges. Mike is a guest celebrity mental health public speaker that addresses the stigma surrounding mental illness. He discusses being an at risk youth with behavior problems, depression, anxiety, and his obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD).     In this episode, Mike Veny shares a recording of his signature mental health presentation, that was customized for a live event for the birth mothers involved with the Minnesota Organization on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (MOFAS). Birth moms of children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) regularly experience a stigma from society. In addition, many of them struggle with mental health challenges. Mike is a guest celebrity mental health public speaker that addresses the stigma surrounding mental illness. He discusses being an at risk youth with behavior problems, depression, anxiety, and his obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD).      MV 002: How to Become a Professional Motivational Speaker for Youth Events MV 002: How to Become a Professional Motivational Speaker for Youth Events Mon, 28 Dec 2015 01:14:16 +0000 In this episode, Mike Veny offers you some in depth insight on how to become a motivational speaker for youth events. This includes elementary, middle, and high school and high school assemblies, along with youth conferences. He makes references to Josh Shipp and Jeff Yalden, two of the top youth speakers in the USA.

]]> In this episode, Mike Veny offers you some in depth insight on how to become a motivational speaker for youth events. This includes elementary, middle, and high school and high school assemblies, along with youth conferences. He makes references to Josh Shipp and Jeff Yalden, two of the top youth speakers in the USA.

]]> 24:03 false full In this episode, Mike Veny offers you some in depth insight on how to become a motivational speaker for youth events. This includes elementary, middle, and high school and high school assemblies, along with youth conferences. He makes references to Josh Shipp and Jeff Yalden, two of the top youth speakers in the USA.In this episode, Mike Veny offers you some in depth insight on how to become a motivational speaker for youth events. This includes elementary, middle, and high school and high school assemblies, along with youth conferences. He makes references to Josh Shipp and Jeff Yalden, two of the top youth speakers in the USA. MV 001: Networking Tips and Advice for Professionals MV 001: Networking Tips and Advice for Professionals Thu, 24 Dec 2015 23:12:39 +0000 This is the very first episode of the Mike Veny show. In this episode, I share 3 simple, yet powerful tips on networking that have helped me grow my business and career. Networking has not only helped me make more money, but it's also given me increased happiness. This is advice that I wish I would have learned a long time ago.

]]> This is the very first episode of the Mike Veny show. In this episode, I share 3 simple, yet powerful tips on networking that have helped me grow my business and career. Networking has not only helped me make more money, but it's also given me increased happiness. This is advice that I wish I would have learned a long time ago.

]]> 22:46 false full This is the very first episode of the Mike Veny show. In this episode, I share 3 simple, yet powerful tips on networking that have helped me grow my business and career. Networking has not only helped me make more money, but it's also given me increased happiness. This is advice that I wish I would have learned a long time ago.This is the very first episode of the Mike Veny show. In this episode, I share 3 simple, yet powerful tips on networking that have helped me grow my business and career. Networking has not only helped me make more money, but it's also given me increased happiness. This is advice that I wish I would have learned a long time ago.