'This Is My Brave' Uses Performances To Reduce The Stigma Of Mental Illness

By Gemma Gaudette

Published September 25, 2018 at 4:30 PM MDT

Miles Wiscombe shares his story about bipolar disorder at 'This Is My Brave Boise 2017.'

'This Is My Brave' is a community performance of storytellers sharing their experiences in an effort to reduce the stigma attached to mental illness. Through song, poetry and the spoken word, performers address the sometimes uncomfortable topics surrounding mental health and we talk with one of the performers about the upcoming performance.

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Gemma Gaudette

Hi! I’m Gemma Gaudette, the host of the award-winning show, Idaho Matters. During the day you’ll find me researching and writing about all the fascinating topics we tackle on our show. And of course, at noon, each weekday you’ll find me live behind the microphone as Idaho Matters airs.

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