In the Media

Emily speaks, writes, and appears as a guest across media covering mental health advocacy, entrepreneurship, and small business strategy.

A selection of recent features below.

Mental Health & Lived Experience

The Mental Illness Happy Hour Podcast: Ep. #802 - Bipolar, Vices & Psych Wards

Emily opens up to host Paul Gilmartin about her battles with bipolar disorder, including a hospitalization, and her experience navigating life with the diagnosis. May 2026

Rise Above: A Podcast from Rogers Behavioral Health: Ep. #35 - Life with. Bipolar Disorder: Emily on Mania, Insight, and Healing

Emily shares what mania actually felt like from the inside, how early signs can be easily missed, and how understanding these patterns has shaped her recovery. February 2026

Rise Above: A Podcast from Rogers Behavioral Health: Ep. #36 - Life After Treatment: How Emily Returned to Work After a Bipolar Diagnosis

Emily explores the practical and emotional steps of reintegrating into the workplace after treatment, the habits that help her maintain stability, and how advocacy became part of her healing. March 2026

TMJ4 The Morning Blend : Breaking the Stigma Around Mental Health

Emily joined The Morning Blend during Mental Health Awareness Month to talk about how stigma starts, why it persists, and what we can do about it. May 2026

TMJ4 The Morning Blend: World Bipolar Day

Emily shares her diagnosis story and addresses common misconceptions about bipolar disorder, offering encouragement to anyone who may be reluctant to seek treatment. March 2026

Small Business & Entrepreneurship

The Agile Brand Ep. #620 - How Small Businesses Continue to Thrive

Emily joins host Greg Kihlström to discuss how small businesses can compete on customer experience, build a review strategy that drives growth, and use AI tools to work smarter. Jan 2025

Yelp for Business: A 5-Star State of Mind

A session on the mindset and systems behind building a five-star business, covering reputation, customer experience, and the daily habits that drive long-term success.

Yelp Local Business Summit: Event Host & Panel Moderator

Emily moderated panels at Yelp's Local Business Summit, leading conversations with small business owners and industry experts on marketing, customer experience, and digital presence.