Student Wellness Podcast
Episode 1: Struggling with Mental Health

In this premiere episode, I dive into the latest college mental health statistics, highlighting rising rates of anxiety and depression among students. Featuring interviews with peers and expert insights, we explore the real numbers behind the headlines and uncover how campuses can better support wellness. Tune in to learn how data and personal stories intersect to create meaningful change.

 

The Challenge

College students are facing a mental health crisis, but the stories behind the statistics often go unheard. The challenge was to make an emotionally heavy topic approachable, while keeping it raw, real, and relevant to today’s students.

Creative Approach

To deliver a strong emotional connection in under five minutes, I scripted the episode to blend real statistics with human storytelling, and voiced the narrative with an intentional, relatable tone. Engineered pacing and sound transitions for emotional impact. Prioritized connection over perfection to create authenticity

Execution

A 5-minute audio PSA-style podcast, created using Adobe Audition, a DJI microphone, and student interviews.
My roles included writer, voice actor, and audio editor.


Tarelle Butts © 2018