Join host Adam Stacey for Season 3 of The Capital Perspective, featuring honest conversations about mental health, addiction recovery, and wellness. Tune in starting September 16, 2026, at 7:00 P.M. EST ZONE for inspiring stories and practical insights.
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The Capital Perspective: Hosted out of Ottawa, Canada, this platform is dedicated to promoting mental health awareness and making community resources more accessible.
Professional Biography
Academic Focus: Currently advancing qualifications as a Mental Health & Addictions Counselor, with an expected diploma in 2027. Core expertise includes cultural competency, therapeutic communication, crisis intervention, and ethical practice.
Media & Entrepreneurship: Founder of The Lunchroom News and an accomplished digital creator, recognized as a Canadian Choice Award Nominee in 2025.
Upcoming Publication: Author of an upcoming self-help memoir slated for release in 2026, focusing on resilience, personal adversity, and life growth.
Background: Combines this clinical training with over 20 years of robust client service and operational management experience.isten to community leaders and advocates share their perspectives and efforts to promote mental health and addiction awareness.
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Join host Adam Stacey as The Capital Perspective returns for Season 3, exploring mental health, addiction recovery, and resilience. Premiering Thursday, September 16, 2026, at 7 P.M., this season offers authentic conversations and inspiring stories to support your wellness journey.
The Capital Perspective returns for its third season on Thursday, September 16, 2026, at 7:00 P.M., presented by Spotify. This season continues to center on candid and heartfelt conversations about mental health, addiction recovery, wellness, resilience, and hope. As a trusted platform based in Ottawa, Ontario, Lunchroom News & Entertainment Ottawa is proud to bring this essential series to the community, offering a space where difficult topics are addressed with honesty and sensitivity.
Season #3 is hosted by Adam Stacey, a first-year Mental Health & Addictions Counsellor student with lived experience, graduating in May 2027. Adam’s unique blend of personal insight and formal education enriches each episode, creating meaningful and empathetic dialogues. His approach emphasizes authenticity, making complex issues accessible and relatable to listeners who are navigating their own mental health journeys or seeking to support others.
The podcast features discussions with professionals, advocates, community leaders, and individuals with lived experience. These conversations explore the challenges faced by many and highlight pathways toward healing and recovery. The Capital Perspective is designed not only to inform but to inspire hope and resilience, making it an invaluable resource for anyone impacted by mental health or addiction. Listeners can expect practical insights and stories that truly matter, reinforcing the podcast’s commitment to fostering understanding and support within the Ottawa community and beyond.
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The Capital Perspective Podcast, based in Ottawa, Ontario, continues to be a trusted source for insightful and honest discussions on mental health. Hosted by Adam Stacey, a first-year Mental Health & Addictions Counsellor student, the podcast offers a unique blend of lived experience and professional knowledge. Season #3, premiering on Thursday, September 16, 2026, at 7:00 P.M., promises to deepen listeners' understanding of mental health challenges, addiction recovery, wellness, resilience, and hope.
Each episode features meaningful conversations with professionals, advocates, community leaders, and individuals who share their personal journeys. This approach not only highlights the complexities of mental health and addiction but also provides practical guidance and inspiration for those on their own recovery paths or supporting loved ones. The Capital Perspective stands out for its empathetic and authentic storytelling, creating a supportive space for open dialogue and learning.
As the podcast continues to grow, it remains committed to fostering a deeper community connection around mental health and wellness. By addressing real-life issues and showcasing diverse voices, The Capital Perspective helps reduce stigma and promotes resilience and hope. Whether you are directly affected or simply interested in mental health topics, this podcast offers valuable insights and a fresh perspective that resonates with listeners across Ottawa and beyond.
Yes, the podcast includes meaningful discussions with professionals, advocates, community leaders, and individuals with lived experience.
Season #3 of The Capital Perspective Podcast is hosted by Spotify.
The podcast is based in Ottawa, Ontario.
The podcast is hosted by Adam Stacey, a first-year Mental Health & Addictions Counsellor student who brings empathy, authenticity, and a unique perspective based on his own lived experience and education.
Season #3 premieres on Thursday, September 16, 2026, at 7:00 P.M.
Contact details are typically provided on the podcast website or social media channels. You can reach out through those platforms for inquiries or feedback.
Yes, the podcast offers practical insights and inspiring stories that are accessible to anyone interested in understanding mental health, addiction, and wellness.
The Capital Perspective Podcast focuses on honest conversations about mental health, addiction recovery, wellness, resilience, and hope. It features discussions with professionals, advocates, community leaders, and individuals with lived experience.
You can listen to the podcast on Spotify and other major podcast platforms where it is available.
The episodes cover mental health challenges, addiction recovery, wellness, resilience, hope, and pathways toward healing and recovery.
New episodes are typically released every Wednesday Night by 7:00 P.M. EST Zone according to the season schedule, with Season #3 starting on September 16, 2026. Specific release frequency can be found on the podcast platform.
Absolutely. The podcast provides valuable information and perspectives that can help supporters better understand and assist their loved ones.
Effective Date: July 26, 2026
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