
Lifelines with David and John: The 988 Podcast
Join "Lifelines with David and John," a 988 Podcast, where we uncover the compelling world of crisis intervention and the ongoing development of the 988 lifeline. Since its inception in 2022, 988 has been a cornerstone of innovation and hope in suicide and crisis prevention.
Podcasting since 2024 • 38 episodes
Lifelines with David and John: The 988 Podcast
Latest Episodes
LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY: Creating Mental Health Support
In this episode, David Covington and John Draper engage with Representative Steve Eliason, a key figure in mental health legislation and suicide prevention in Utah. They discuss Eliason's journey from CPA to state representative, his pivotal ro...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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1:02:08

ADVOCACY: Creating a Mental Health Community
In this episode, David Covington and John Draper discuss the impact of crisis intervention teams (CIT) on mental health and law enforcement, featuring Major Sam Cochran, a pioneer in the CIT model. They explore the importance of community...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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1:12:16

EVOLUTION: Crisis Care Then and Now - S 2, Ep 001 | Lifelines Podcast
David and John celebrate the new year, a new season, and chat with Preston Looper about the evolution of crisis care, and the importance of innovative technologies in mental health services. They emphasizes the significance of collaboratio...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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1:02:24

IMPACT: A Lifeline for Crisis Care - Ep 035 | Lifelines Podcast
David and John are joined by Monica Johnson. They discuss the evolution of crisis care, focusing on the introduction of the 988 Lifeline, transforming crisis support. They highlight the importance of awareness, community involvement, and the on...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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1:07:51

TRANSFORMING CARE: Police and Mental Health Crises - Ep 034 | Lifelines Podcast
In this episode, the Lifelines Podcast hosts David Covington and John Draper engage with Detective Sabrina Taylor, a leading expert in crisis intervention and behavioral health. They discuss the importance of Crisis Intervention Teams (CIT), co...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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