Mental Health Rewritten
"Mental Health Rewritten" is a groundbreaking podcast that delves into the most pressing and often stigmatized topics in mental and behavioral health. Hosted by the acclaimed Dominic Lawson—recipient of 24 podcasting awards, including multiple honors in the mental health space—this show offers a fre...
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Suicide: Rewriting the Conversation Around Those Who Were Left Behind
Mental Margins: Before We Dive Back In
Mental Margins: Three A.M. in Mexico
Mental Margins: Layers of Suicidality in the Hijacked Mind
Mental Margins: The Anchor in the Dark
Mental Margins: Major Depressive Disorder
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About the Host
Dominic Lawson
Dominic Lawson is a 24x award-winning podcast host, producer, and editor based in Memphis,
Tennessee. A U.S. Army veteran, he studied business administration at National American
University before discovering his passion for podcasting in 2016. That year, he launched "The
Startup Life Podcast," providing listeners with insights into building businesses and advancing in
their careers. Throughout the show's run, Lawson interviewed notable figures such as Marc
Randolph, co-founder and first CEO of Netflix, and Tom Golisano, founder and chairman of
Paychex.
In 2021, Lawson joined Meadows Behavioral Healthcare as a podcast producer, editor, and
host. He took the helm of the "Beyond Theory" podcast, facilitating in-depth conversations with
experts in mental health and addiction recovery. His innovative approach led to the launch of
"Recovery Replay" in April 2022, a groundbreaking podcast that chronicles personal recovery
stories from three distinct perspectives.
Demonstrating his versatility, Lawson introduced the "Black Is America" podcast on February 1,
2022, shedding light on lesser-known African American figures and narratives. The podcast
garnered significant acclaim, earning multiple awards, including the 2023 Webby Award for Best
Podcast-Individual Episode.