#IChampionHealth Chats

Cheyene Helm, bright light champion

Meet Cheyene Helm, founder of the Bright Light Foundation [https://www.brightlightfoundation.net/]. Cheyene champions health by inspiring others, raising awareness, and creating spaces for prevention, support, and connection. In this episode, Cheyene shares how the loss of her young daughter to fentanyl poisoning led her to establish the Bright Light Foundation and dedicate her life to community education and outreach. She talks openly about grief, faith, and resilience, and explains why language, compassion, and prevention matter when supporting families and young people. Cheyene also reflects on the importance of self-care, storytelling, and bringing light into moments of darkness—both for herself and for the communities she serves. ----- This conversation was led by Gerald "GEO" Gibson from Operation Making A Change and Jakob Hester from the #IChampionHealth initiative. The ⁠⁠⁠#IChampionHealth⁠⁠⁠ [https://linktr.ee/ichampionhealth] initiative and #IChampionHealth Chats podcast are a collaboration between the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PREVENT Community-Engaged Alliance⁠⁠⁠ [https://ukprevent.org]⁠⁠⁠ in the UK College of Education and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Operation Making A Change⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.teamomac.com]⁠. ----- There’s a champion in you — and support to help you find your way if you need it. 988 offers 24/7 judgment-free support for mental health, substance use, and more. ⁠⁠Text, call, or chat 988⁠⁠ [https://988lifeline.org/]. ----- This season was paid for with funds from the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission by and through the Office of the Attorney General. The opinions and recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of #IChampionHealth or the guests. They do not necessarily reflect the views of the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission or the Office of the Attorney General. ----- Original music in this episode: • Instrumental created by Fblmusic • "Champion" was produced and recorded at Largerthan Life Studios. It was written, performed, and co-produced by Gerald "GEO" Gibson. Editing by ⁠⁠⁠Renegade Entertainment LLC⁠⁠⁠ [https://renegade-entertainment.com].

Anthony “Mindset” Moody, mental health champion

Meet Anthony “Mindset” Moody [https://linktr.ee/MindsetMoody], a licensed professional counselor associate and author. Anthony champions health by helping people build self-awareness and have honest conversations about mental health. In this episode, Moody shares his journey from experiencing panic attacks in a high-stress accounting career to finding purpose in counseling, writing, and community work. He talks about how his reset fueled his personal growth and explains why changing your mindset is often the first step toward healing. Moody also discusses the importance of creating safe spaces to talk, meeting people where they are, and using lived experience to support others on their path forward. ----- This conversation was led by Gerald "GEO" Gibson from Operation Making A Change and Jakob Hester from the #IChampionHealth initiative. The ⁠⁠⁠#IChampionHealth⁠⁠⁠ [https://linktr.ee/ichampionhealth] initiative and #IChampionHealth Chats podcast are a collaboration between the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PREVENT Community-Engaged Alliance⁠⁠⁠ [https://ukprevent.org]⁠⁠⁠ in the UK College of Education and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Operation Making A Change⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.teamomac.com]⁠. ----- There’s a champion in you — and support to help you find your way if you need it. 988 offers 24/7 judgment-free support for mental health, substance use, and more. ⁠⁠Text, call, or chat 988⁠⁠ [https://988lifeline.org/]. ----- This season was paid for with funds from the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission by and through the Office of the Attorney General. The opinions and recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of #IChampionHealth or the guests. They do not necessarily reflect the views of the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission or the Office of the Attorney General. ----- Original music in this episode: • Instrumental created by Fblmusic • "Champion" was produced and recorded at Largerthan Life Studios. It was written, performed, and co-produced by Gerald "GEO" Gibson. Editing by ⁠⁠⁠Renegade Entertainment LLC⁠⁠⁠ [https://renegade-entertainment.com].

Commissioner Kacy Allen-Bryant, social services champion

Meet Commissioner Kacy Allen-Bryant, a longtime public health nurse turned community leader who oversees Social Services for the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government. Commissioner Allen-Bryant champions health through education and collaboration with community partners to strengthen support across the city. Listen as Commissioner Allen-Bryant shares her journey from 25 years in public health nursing to stepping into a leadership role shaped by service, collaboration, and compassion. She discusses what she learned from working around the world, why she remains committed to lifting up vulnerable populations, and how Lexington comes together to create a stronger, more connected community. She also reflects on gratitude, family roots, and the importance of using your unique strengths to make a difference. ----- This conversation was led by Gerald "GEO" Gibson from Operation Making A Change and Jakob Hester from the #IChampionHealth initiative. The ⁠⁠#IChampionHealth⁠⁠ [https://linktr.ee/ichampionhealth] initiative and #IChampionHealth Chats podcast are a collaboration between the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PREVENT Community-Engaged Alliance⁠⁠ [https://ukprevent.org]⁠⁠⁠ in the UK College of Education and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Operation Making A Change⁠⁠ [https://www.teamomac.com]⁠. ----- There’s a champion in you — and support to help you find your way if you need it. 988 offers 24/7 judgment-free support for mental health, substance use, and more. ⁠Text, call, or chat 988⁠ [https://988lifeline.org/]. ----- This season was paid for with funds from the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission by and through the Office of the Attorney General. The opinions and recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of #IChampionHealth or the guests. They do not necessarily reflect the views of the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission or the Office of the Attorney General. ----- Original music in this episode: • Instrumental created by Fblmusic • "Champion" was produced and recorded at Largerthan Life Studios. It was written, performed, and co-produced by Gerald "GEO" Gibson. Editing by ⁠⁠Renegade Entertainment LLC⁠⁠ [https://renegade-entertainment.com].

Councilmember Tyler Morton, humility champion

Meet District 1 Councilmember Tyler Morton [https://www.lexingtonky.gov/government/office-urban-county-council/councilmembers/council-district-1-tyler-morton], a lifelong Lexington resident, public servant, and the youngest person ever elected to the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council. Councilmember Morton champions health by staying deeply connected to neighborhoods, listening to residents, and working toward stronger, safer, and more supported communities. In this episode, Councilmember Morton shares how his family shaped his commitment to service, including relatives who broke major barriers in education and public leadership. He talks about his path from working in hospital trauma care to studying community well-being to stepping into local government. Councilmember Morton reflects on humility, working alongside residents, and the importance of giving young people the tools and opportunities they need to thrive. He also discusses his hopes for the next few years and what it takes to create lasting, positive changes across Lexington. ----- This conversation was led by Gerald "GEO" Gibson from Operation Making A Change and Jakob Hester from the #IChampionHealth initiative. The ⁠#IChampionHealth⁠ [https://linktr.ee/ichampionhealth] initiative and #IChampionHealth Chats podcast are a collaboration between the ⁠⁠⁠⁠PREVENT Community-Engaged Alliance⁠ [https://ukprevent.org]⁠⁠⁠ in the UK College of Education and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Operation Making A Change⁠ [https://www.teamomac.com]⁠. ----- There’s a champion in you — and support to help you find your way if you need it. 988 offers 24/7 judgment-free support for mental health, substance use, and more. Text, call, or chat 988 [https://988lifeline.org/]. ----- This season was paid for with funds from the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission by and through the Office of the Attorney General. The opinions and recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of #IChampionHealth or the guests. They do not necessarily reflect the views of the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission or the Office of the Attorney General. ----- Original music in this episode: • Instrumental created by Fblmusic • "Champion" was produced and recorded at Largerthan Life Studios. It was written, performed, and co-produced by Gerald "GEO" Gibson. Editing by ⁠Renegade Entertainment LLC⁠ [https://renegade-entertainment.com].

John Q. Moses III, dignity champion

Meet John Q. Moses III, team leader for harm reduction services at the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department [https://www.lfchd.org/harmreductionprogram/]. John champions health by creating welcoming spaces where people can access support. Listen as John shares his powerful journey from personal loss and addiction to becoming a passionate voice for compassion-centered services. He discusses how alternatives to harm work, why empathy is essential, and how his team has connected thousands of people to care, safety, and hope. John also reflects on the importance of listening, meeting people where they are, and creating a community where everyone feels seen and valued. ----- This conversation was led by Gerald "GEO" Gibson from Operation Making A Change and Jakob Hester from the #IChampionHealth initiative. The #IChampionHealth [https://linktr.ee/ichampionhealth] initiative and #IChampionHealth Chats podcast are a collaboration between the ⁠⁠⁠PREVENT Community-Engaged Alliance [https://ukprevent.org]⁠⁠⁠ in the UK College of Education and ⁠⁠⁠Operation Making A Change [https://www.teamomac.com]⁠. ----- There’s a champion in you — and support to help you find your way if you need it. 988 offers 24/7 judgment-free support for mental health, substance use, and more. Text, call, or chat 988. ----- This season was paid for with funds from the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission by and through the Office of the Attorney General. The opinions and recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of #IChampionHealth or the guests. They do not necessarily reflect the views of the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission or the Office of the Attorney General. ----- Original music in this episode: • Instrumental created by Fblmusic • "Champion" was produced and recorded at Largerthan Life Studios. It was written, performed, and co-produced by Gerald "GEO" Gibson. Editing by Renegade Entertainment LLC [https://renegade-entertainment.com].