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Above and Below is the official podcast of the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention (CIASP). Hosted by Sonya Bohmann and Zulq Malik, this series explores mental health in construction from every angle—what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to change.
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Episode 35: It Doesn’t Make You Any Less: Breaking the Silence on Mental Health in Construction (opens the original)
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What happens when the person trusted to move the heaviest loads is quietly carrying an unbearable one? In this episode of Above and Below, Sonya Bowman and Zulq Malik speak with crane operator, union business agent, and mental health advocate Chris about his experiences with depression, anxiety, and alcohol—and the long road toward accepting help. Chris explains how his father’s persistent, judgment-free support helped him take the first step and why sharing his story has become part of his own
Episode 34: Mental Health Is a Safety Issue: Tim Irving on Changing Construction's Future (opens the original)
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In this episode of Above and Below, host Sonya Bohmann welcomes Tim Irving, retired Deputy Director of OSHA's Directorate of Construction, for a conversation about the evolution of workplace safety and why mental health must be part of it. Tim shares the personal experience that led him from electrical contracting into a lifelong career in safety, including a devastating workplace incident that forever changed his perspective on protecting workers. He also reflects on the early days of bringing
Episode 33: Building a Culture of Care: Kara McCaffrey on Making Mental Health Part of Every Jobsite (opens the original)
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In this episode of Above and Below, host Sonya Bohmann sits down with Kara McCaffrey, third-generation owner and Chief Wellness Officer at Houck Specialty Contractors, to discuss how wellness, leadership, and access to care can transform the construction industry. Kara shares the deeply personal experiences that shaped her passion for suicide prevention, including the loss of her brother, and how her background in healthcare IT ultimately led her back to construction with a renewed purpose. Toge
Episode 32: Beyond Language: Building Safer Construction Cultures Across Every Jobsite (opens the original)
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In this episode of Above and Below, hosts Sonya Bohmann and Zulq Malik welcome Anthony Bowers and Eric Torres for a conversation about one of construction's biggest opportunities: moving beyond language barriers to build workplaces rooted in cultural understanding, trust, and psychological safety. Drawing from their experience leading multilingual construction teams, Anthony and Eric explore how cultural values influence communication, leadership, recognition, teamwork, and safety on the jobsite
Episode 31: Beyond Words: Eli Embleton on Language, Leadership, and Belonging in Construction (opens the original)
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In this episode of Above and Below, host Sonya Bohmann welcomes Eli Embleton, Dream Manager and Leadership Development leader at Zachry Corporation, for a conversation about leadership, belonging, and the connection between communication and mental health. Eli shares his unique journey into the construction industry, from learning Spanish while living in South America to becoming a safety professional and ultimately helping employees pursue their personal and professional dreams. Together, they
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