State Of Mind with Maurice Benard
State of Mind with Maurice Benard is a leading mental health podcast dedicated to open conversations about emotional wellness and resilience. Hosted by Emmy Award–winning actor and New York Times bestselling author Maurice Benard (Nothing General About It: How Love (and Lithium) Saved Me On and Off General Hospital), the show explores every aspect of mental health, from bipolar disorder and anxiety to everyday struggles with purpose, relationships, and hope. Through honest, heartfelt discussions with guests from all walks of life, State of Mind reminds listeners that no matter what you’re going through—you’re not alone.
Episodes

Sunday Sep 14, 2025
Sunday Sep 14, 2025
Actor Jens Austin Astrup (General Hospital, Gossip Girl) joins Maurice Benard for a powerful and heartfelt conversation about grief, resilience, and rediscovering peace. Jens opens up about losing his father to suicide, navigating instability and foster care, and how he learned to find meaning through love, discipline, and self-reflection. A moving discussion about overcoming darkness, healing family bonds, and the strength it takes to stay open-hearted in a chaotic world.
Video Versions of State of Mind available on YouTube! Watch!
Read Maurice’s New York Times Bestselling Book!Nothing General About It: How Love (and Lithium) Saved Me On and Off General Hospital
Follow Maurice on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mauricebenard/
X: https://twitter.com/mauricebenard
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MauriceBenard/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mbstateofmind/ State Of Mind Merch: https://www.mbstateofmind.com

Thursday Sep 11, 2025
Thursday Sep 11, 2025
Actor and creator Adrian Anchondo joins Maurice Benard to share his inspiring journey from YouTube fame to General Hospital. He opens up about growing up in a large family, his creative drive, and how faith and humor helped him navigate life’s toughest chapters. A heartfelt and uplifting look at creativity, identity, and choosing joy through it all.Video Versions of State of Mind available on YouTube! Watch!
Read Maurice’s New York Times Bestselling Book!Nothing General About It: How Love (and Lithium) Saved Me On and Off General Hospital
Follow Maurice on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mauricebenard/
X: https://twitter.com/mauricebenard
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MauriceBenard/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mbstateofmind/ State Of Mind Merch: https://www.mbstateofmind.com

Thursday Sep 04, 2025
Thursday Sep 04, 2025
Emmy-winning actress Eileen Davidson (The Young and the Restless, Days of Our Lives, RHOBH) joins Maurice Benard for a deeply honest and emotional conversation about family, grief, mental health, and resilience. Eileen opens up about growing up in a turbulent household, coping with loss, and learning to let go of shame while finding inner peace. A powerful, intimate episode that celebrates strength, vulnerability, and the courage to heal.
Video Versions of State of Mind available on YouTube! Watch!
Read Maurice’s New York Times Bestselling Book!Nothing General About It: How Love (and Lithium) Saved Me On and Off General Hospital
Follow Maurice on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mauricebenard/
X: https://twitter.com/mauricebenard
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MauriceBenard/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mbstateofmind/ State Of Mind Merch: https://www.mbstateofmind.com

Thursday Aug 28, 2025
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
Actor Clint Howard joins Maurice Benard for an unforgettable conversation about childhood fame, family, and mental health. From growing up alongside his brother Ron Howard to surviving addiction and rediscovering purpose, Clint shares the wisdom, humor, and heart that have defined his journey. A candid, deeply human talk about resilience, recovery, and what really matters after the spotlight fades.
Video Versions of State of Mind available on YouTube! Watch!
Read Maurice’s New York Times Bestselling Book!Nothing General About It: How Love (and Lithium) Saved Me On and Off General Hospital
Follow Maurice on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mauricebenard/
X: https://twitter.com/mauricebenard
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MauriceBenard/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mbstateofmind/ State Of Mind Merch: https://www.mbstateofmind.com

Friday Aug 22, 2025
Friday Aug 22, 2025
Actor Rory Gibson joins Maurice Benard for a candid and powerful conversation about his journey from a rough upbringing in Bakersfield to life on General Hospital. Rory opens up about anxiety, growing up fast, and the struggles that nearly derailed his acting career before finding redemption and stability. A raw, honest look at resilience, mental health, and what it takes to rebuild your life in Hollywood.
Video Versions of State of Mind available on YouTube! Watch!
Read Maurice’s New York Times Bestselling Book!Nothing General About It: How Love (and Lithium) Saved Me On and Off General Hospital
Follow Maurice on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mauricebenard/
X: https://twitter.com/mauricebenard
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MauriceBenard/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mbstateofmind/ State Of Mind Merch: https://www.mbstateofmind.com

Monday Aug 18, 2025
Monday Aug 18, 2025
Actress, writer, and producer Elizabeth Morales joins Maurice Benard for one of the most emotional and powerful State of Mind conversations yet. Elizabeth opens up about growing up as a Jehovah’s Witness, surviving trauma and expulsion from her family, and how she rebuilt her voice through comedy and creativity. Together, they explore faith, healing, and the courage it takes to reclaim your life and mental health after breaking free from control.
Video Versions of State of Mind available on YouTube! Watch!
Read Maurice’s New York Times Bestselling Book!Nothing General About It: How Love (and Lithium) Saved Me On and Off General Hospital
Follow Maurice on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mauricebenard/
X: https://twitter.com/mauricebenard
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MauriceBenard/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mbstateofmind/ State Of Mind Merch: https://www.mbstateofmind.com

Wednesday Jul 02, 2025
Wednesday Jul 02, 2025
Paolo Presta
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Friday Jun 27, 2025
Friday Jun 27, 2025
Mark Grossman (The Young and The Restless)
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Wednesday Jun 25, 2025
Wednesday Jun 25, 2025
Julie Dove (Days of Our Lives)
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Friday Jun 20, 2025
Friday Jun 20, 2025
Ignacio Serricchio (Bones, General Hospital, The Young and The Restless)
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