Partnering with the American Foundation for
Suicide Prevention, Numerous Events Taking Place to Engage
Listeners Include Broadcast Special “I’m Listening,” Co-Hosted by
Carson Daly and Dr. Alfiee M. Breland-Noble, and
Star-Studded Hollywood Concert, We Can Survive
“I’m Listening,” Audacy’s (NYSE: AUD) flagship
program created on the belief that the power of talk saves lives,
is continuously committed to delivering more mental health
conversations, resources and pathways to help over 200 million
listeners. Each year, Audacy activates “I’m Listening” through
national campaigns featuring artists, celebrities, and athletes who
share their experiences with mental health. Partnering with the
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), these events
help raise awareness and support of issues that we all face in our
daily lives.
Kicking off the initiative, Audacy will broadcast and stream its
sixth annual “I’m Listening” special, which will once again be
co-hosted by Carson Daly, co-host of “TODAY” and “The Voice,” radio
personality and vocal advocate for mental health awareness, and by
Dr. Alfiee M. Breland-Noble (Dr. Alfiee), a pioneering
psychologist, author, scientist and founder of mental health
nonprofit the AAKOMA Project. The special will feature a live
national discussion bringing together artists, athletes, medical
experts and others with honest conversations about mental health
through authentic, open dialogue led by some of the nation’s top
influencers.
The guests included in the broadcast are Carrie Underwood, Ed
Sheeran, Adele, Vice President Kamala Harris, Lizzo, Ricky
Williams, Maren Morris, Charlie Puth and Stephen A. Smith, who will
share personal mental health stories. Also, AFSP’s Chief Medical
Officer, Dr. Christine Moutier, will be joining Katie Neal, host of
Audacy’s nationally syndicated country show “Katie + Company,” in
studio for the event. The pair will respond to caller questions and
stories with real-time advice. The two-hour special will air
nationwide on Wednesday, September 21 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
local time across more than 230 Audacy stations and will be live
streamed via its digital app and website.
Also, returning to the Hollywood Bowl for its ninth year, the
star-studded concert We Can Survive will take place on Saturday,
October 22. Featured artists will include Alanis Morrisette,
Garbage, Halsey, OneRepublic, Weezer and more.
"It all started on May 18th, 2017, in response to the tragic
loss of Soundgarden's Chris Cornell, sadly something that seemed to
be recurring in Seattle for far too long. We were at a loss and had
to do something, so the Seattle team opened the mic and started
talking on air, and others joined in, both famous voices and the
voices of our audience. It was raw, it was emotional, it was real,”
said Dave Richards, Senior Vice President Programming, Audacy. “For
me it's personal -- we all have a connection with someone we know
and love who's struggling. And too many people are afraid to show
and share their vulnerabilities. Thankfully each year, ‘I’m
Listening’ shares more stories of hope, letting people know they
are not alone, and each year the conversation really does become
easier for more people to join. The more people we connect with the
better. We know first hand, talk saves lives."
“The ‘I’m Listening’ initiative is so important to me
personally, as well as for Audacy. Being able to bring people
together for We Can Survive highlights the importance of music and
the work that the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is
doing to spotlight the enormity of mental health issues,” said
Michael Martin, Senior Vice President of Programming and Music
Initiatives, Audacy. “The performers also feel the weight of this
crisis and are here because they want to make a difference.”
“Audacy has been an incredible partner for many years in
reaching millions of people with lifesaving mental health and
suicide prevention education. With their leadership, the ‘I’m
Listening’ platform and We Can Survive concert are elevating a
much-needed conversation about mental health and supporting those
who may be struggling,” said Robert Gebbia, CEO, American
Foundation for Suicide Prevention. “Sharing stories of hope and
healing remind all of us that we are not alone and that there is
help. We are so thankful to be reaching so many and for all of the
incredible talent who are raising funds for suicide prevention and
our mission.”
Through the power of Audacy’s reach and influence of its
platform, trusted connections are made with its 200 million monthly
listeners to share more mental health conversations, knowing that
talk saves lives. Audacy’s partnership with AFS for “I’m
Listening,” amplifies their important work in mental health and
suicide prevention across a national platform and in local
communities.
Audacy is committed to supporting the health and success of the
communities that are the heart of its business. “I’m Listening” is
the flagship program within Audacy Serves, the Company’s social
impact platform that raises awareness of social issues and brings
communities together for good. Audacy unites with its listeners and
brands to support sound communities through Audacy Serves Pillars
of impact: mental health and anti-bullying, veterans and service
members, children’s health, the environment, civic education, and
diversity, equity and inclusion.
“I’m Listening” aims to encourage those who are dealing with
mental health issues to understand they are not alone. If you or
anyone you know is struggling with a mental health crisis, call or
text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
For more information about the campaign, please visit
www.ImListening.org. Follow the conversation on Twitter and
Instagram using the hashtag #ImListeningLIVE.
Tickets can be purchased for We Can Survive at HERE.
About Audacy
Audacy, Inc. (NYSE: AUD) is a leading multi-platform audio
content and entertainment company with the country’s best
collection of local music, news and sports brands, a premium
podcast creator, major event producer, and digital innovator.
Audacy engages 200 million consumers each month, bringing people
together around content that matters to them. Learn more at
www.audacyinc.com, Facebook (Audacy Corp) and Twitter
(@AudacyCorp).
About American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is dedicated to
saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide. AFSP
creates a culture that’s smart about mental health through
education and community programs, develops suicide prevention
through research and advocacy, and provides support for those
affected by suicide. Led by CEO Robert Gebbia and headquartered in
New York, and with a public policy office in Washington, D.C. AFSP
has local chapters in all 50 states and Puerto Rico, with programs
and events nationwide. Learn more about AFSP in its latest Annual
Report and join the conversation on suicide prevention by following
AFSP on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.
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