• From the Diamond to Darkness: Jordan Howard's Mental Health Battle

  • Jul 26 2023
  • Length: 1 hr and 42 mins
  • Podcast

From the Diamond to Darkness: Jordan Howard's Mental Health Battle

  • Summary

  • Step into the raw and emotional world of professional baseball with an exclusive episode that shatters the silence surrounding mental health in sports. Join us as we sit down with former Arizona Diamondbacks farmhand, Jordan Howard, for a candid and heart-rending interview, where he courageously opens up for the first time about the untold reasons behind his departure from the game he loved.In this deeply moving episode, Jordan Howard takes us on a rollercoaster ride through the highs and lows of his baseball career, revealing the hidden struggles he faced behind the cheers of the crowd. Unravel the layers of pressure, anxiety, and self-doubt that burdened Jordan's mind, threatening to bring his dreams crashing down.You'll hear firsthand how mental health issues silently loomed over the baseball diamond, impacting Jordan's performance, personal life, and ultimately, his decision to step away from the sport he dedicated his life to. Gain rare insight into the unique challenges athletes face when battling mental health demons in an environment that often prizes unwavering strength and invincibility.After a fantastic conversation surrounding mental health, Jordan offers Matt some enticing tips for going on a first date and gives us an oral history of his biggest pimp job.

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