Statement of Ethics for the PoM (Video) Podcasts

Commitment to Authenticity:

• We strive to present genuine conversations that reflect the complexities of human experience. We ensure that discussions remain honest and relatable, recognizing that everyone’s journey is unique.

Respect for All Voices:

• We create a safe space for diverse perspectives; we are encouraging talk guests to share their experiences and insights. And we acknowledge and honor the experiences of individuals, especially those from marginalized communities.

Transparency of Conversation:

• We are open about the goals of our PoM podcasts, our role as a facilitator of communication, and our intent behind each conversation. Clearly we like to communicate any potential biases or limitations in our discussions.

Sensitivity to Mental Health:

• We approach discussions on mental health topics with care and empathy. We are mindful of the language benig used and the potential impact of the conversation on listeners who may be struggling.

Promoting Informed Dialogue:

• We strive to provide evidence-based information when discussing psychological topics or topics of sensitive nature. We encourage our talk guests to share their expertise and back their claims with credible research or personal experience.

Encouraging Personal Agency:

• We empower listeners to explore their own feelings and experiences. And we like to encourage self-reflection and critical thinking rather than prescribing solutions.

Fostering Supportive Community:

• We promote a sense of community among listeners. - And we create opportunities for audience engagement, such as listener questions or sharing personal stories, to foster connection and mutual support.

Continual (Life long) Learning:

• We recognize that both ourselves and our audience (listeners/viewers) are on a journey of growth and understanding. - And we are open to feedback and willing to evolve the topics, contents and formats of or (Video) podcasts based on what we learn from each conversation.