Blake Johnston
Former professional surfer and mental health advocate who founded community initiatives and authored Swell Being after losing his father to suicide; he runs a surf academy and raises funds for mental health charities.
Best podcasts with Blake Johnston
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Jan 31, 2026 • 33min
Grief and guilt: losing a loved one to suicide
Karl Andriessen, a suicide bereavement researcher, and Blake Johnston, former pro surfer turned mental health advocate, talk about loss after suicide. They explore shock, complicated grief, effects on families and children, why prevention hasn’t reduced rates, cultural impacts, and rebuilding life through community, routines and advocacy.
