<![CDATA[MTC's Brave Space NH]]>Brave Space NH is a podcast committed to creating both safety and courage. Hosted by Manchester True Collaborative, the show offers a foundation of respect, care, and belonging—while also inviting honest, sometimes uncomfortable conversations that help us learn and grow. This is a space where people are supported and challenged, and where community is built through curiosity, accountability, and empathy.

]]>https://www.manchestertrue.orgRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Thu, 28 May 2026 19:45:00 GMTSat, 31 Jan 2026 20:57:50 GMT60Brave Space @ MTC<p><b>Brave Space NH</b> is a podcast committed to creating both safety and courage. Hosted by Manchester True Collaborative, the show offers a foundation of respect, care, and belonging—while also inviting honest, sometimes uncomfortable conversations that help us learn and grow. This is a space where people are supported <i>and</i> challenged, and where community is built through curiosity, accountability, and empathy.</p>episodicBrave Space @ MTCrachel@manchestertrue.orgno<![CDATA[Brave Space NH: Drag, Makeup & Being Yourself with Veronica LaForce]]>On this episode of Brave Space NH, we sit down with Veronica LaForce to talk drag, makeup, confidence, and self-expression. A fun and honest conversation about creativity, identity, and being yourself.

www.manchestertrue.org

Veronica LaForce

insta: @theveronicalaforce

Over The Edge Fundraiser: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/edge2026/VeronicaLaForce

]]>9046a20c-1dcc-4acc-9f50-cce0c19fdb05Wed, 27 May 2026 18:14:48 GMT<p>On this episode of Brave Space NH, we sit down with Veronica LaForce to talk drag, makeup, confidence, and self-expression. A fun and honest conversation about creativity, identity, and being yourself.<br /><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.manchestertrue.org" target="_blank">www.manchestertrue.org</a></p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://lnk.bio/TheTableofContent?fbclid=IwY2xjawSEE3dleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE0blpwT1dhYk1Wd3dXeVJDc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHnX10A9YD0iQz43Wo_Jm4gAKmAisOjjjd_lSASiwArkSGq-urTcgRiEl2Ui7_aem_cFBtWyKD5tzrZ4kab1x-oQ" target="_blank">Veronica LaForce</a></p><p>insta: @theveronicalaforce</p><p>Over The Edge Fundraiser: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/edge2026/VeronicaLaForce" target="_blank">https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/edge2026/VeronicaLaForce</a></p><p></p><p></p>no00:33:5315Brave Space NH: Drag, Makeup & Being Yourself with Veronica LaForcefull<![CDATA[Brave Space NH: PRIDE in NH with Alyssa!]]>In this episode of Brave Space NH, Matty B chats with MTC's VP of Events & Pride Chair, Alyssa Maston, on all things PRIDE!

Manchester Pride is June 27th, 2026.

Vendor Applications are CLOSED.

SPONSOR PRIDE:

To be included on signage, sponsorship must be in by May 1, however, we are happy to take sponsors until Pride itself.

The Youth Hop is on June 23, 2026.

Visit https://manchestertrue.org/pride2026/

To sign up for:

  • Volunteering at Pride
  • the Parade

]]>ec60219a-5290-4123-af73-05457aa6ab0fMon, 20 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode of Brave Space NH, Matty B chats with MTC's VP of Events &amp; Pride Chair, Alyssa Maston, on all things PRIDE!</p><p></p><p><b>Manchester Pride is June 27th, 2026. </b></p><p></p><p><b>Vendor Applications are CLOSED.</b></p><p></p><p><b>SPONSOR PRIDE: </b></p><p>To be included on signage, sponsorship must be in by May 1, however, we are happy to take sponsors until Pride itself. </p><p></p><p>The Youth Hop is on June 23, 2026. </p><p></p><p>Visit <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://manchestertrue.org/pride2026/" target="_blank">https://manchestertrue.org/pride2026/</a></p><p>To sign up for:</p><ul><li>Volunteering at Pride</li><li>the Parade</li></ul><p></p>no00:33:3614Brave Space NH: PRIDE in NH with Alyssa!full<![CDATA[Brave Space NH: April - Celebrating Counseling Awareness Month with Carly! ]]>🎙️ Trying Again, Finding Fit, and Building Brave Spaces

April is Counseling Awareness Month, and this episode gets real about therapy—what works, what doesn’t, and why finding the right fit matters.

Matty B sits down with Dr. Rachel Teague and Carly Snodgrass (LMHC) to talk about stigma, affirming care, and the messy reality of mental health journeys. From bad therapy experiences to life-changing ones, this conversation is a reminder that trying again is progress.

They also highlight the work of Manchester True Collaborative (MTC), a volunteer-driven community creating space, connection, and access to affirming resources.

Key takeaways:

  • Therapy is about fit—keep going until it clicks
  • Stigma is real, but so is support
  • Community helps, but sometimes you need more
  • Growth includes outgrowing people and providers

Important Resources:

  • Call or text 988 (Mental Health Crisis Line)
  • Trevor Project: 866-488-7386
  • LGBT+ National Help Center: 888-843-4564

Important Resources:

Final thoughts: You don’t have to get it right the first time—just don’t stop trying.

]]>3d8462a1-40db-4e9a-b9be-32b7db3163ffMon, 06 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT<h2>🎙️ Trying Again, Finding Fit, and Building Brave Spaces</h2><p>April is Counseling Awareness Month, and this episode gets real about therapy—what works, what doesn’t, and why finding the <i>right</i> fit matters.</p><p></p><p>Matty B sits down with Dr. Rachel Teague and Carly Snodgrass (LMHC) to talk about stigma, affirming care, and the messy reality of mental health journeys. From bad therapy experiences to life-changing ones, this conversation is a reminder that trying again <i>is</i> progress.</p><p></p><p>They also highlight the work of Manchester True Collaborative (MTC), a volunteer-driven community creating space, connection, and access to affirming resources.</p><p></p><p><b>Key takeaways:</b></p><ul><li>Therapy is about fit—keep going until it clicks</li><li>Stigma is real, but so is support</li><li>Community helps, but sometimes you need more</li><li>Growth includes outgrowing people and providers</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Important Resources:</b></p><ul><li>Call or text <b>988</b> (Mental Health Crisis Line)</li><li>Trevor Project: 866-488-7386</li><li>LGBT+ National Help Center: 888-843-4564</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Important Resources:</b></p><ul><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://manchestertrue.org/events/" target="_blank">April's Event Calendar</a> (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://manchestertrue.org/events" target="_blank">manchestertrue.org/events</a>)</li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://manchestertrue.org/pride2026/" target="_blank">Pride Vendor/Sponsor Info</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yz4TiuktjDw" target="_blank">Rachel's TEDx Talk</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jwp2V5U3L54" target="_blank">Scott's TEDx Talk</a></li></ul><p></p><p>Final thoughts: You don’t have to get it right the first time—just don’t stop trying.</p>no00:35:41Brave Space NH: April - Celebrating Counseling Awareness Month with Carly! full<![CDATA[Brave Space NH: March - All About Youth!]]>In this episode, Matt and Rachel chat with MTC's Youth Coordinators, Rosie and Sam, about all things Youth happening at MTC!

MTC Family Meet Up: Second Saturday Every Month 1pm – 3pm. This Month Learn Juggling @ 2pm! SEE YOU THIS SATURDAY!

Friday April 3rd. Youth Summit Sponsored by SNHU Women’s Center and NH Outright. Register HERE by March 20.

MTC Fundraiser at You’re Fired Bedford – Weekend of March 20, 21, 22.  All Studio Fees go to MTC!

MTC Turns ONE! April 6th 5:30pm – 8pm

Sponsor PRIDE here! www.manchestertrue.org/pride2026

Chicken Tender Capital of the World: https://www.tastingtable.com/1382501/manchester-new-hampshire-chicken-tender-capital-world/

]]>f3414d42-6f00-4892-b805-43627bfe0598Wed, 11 Mar 2026 14:48:10 GMT<p>In this episode, Matt and Rachel chat with MTC's Youth Coordinators, Rosie and Sam, about all things Youth happening at MTC!</p><p></p><p>MTC Family Meet Up: Second Saturday Every Month 1pm – 3pm. This Month Learn Juggling @ 2pm! SEE YOU THIS SATURDAY!</p><p></p><p>Friday April 3rd. Youth Summit Sponsored by SNHU Women’s Center and NH Outright. Register <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=-W6N7P6bgUmr6HLhzqmDQvRXiq22WgBHrRhQvne3uGpUQVQ1N1JPMFZaUjAwMTBUSURMRTVQT1JLNy4u" target="_blank">HERE</a> by March 20.</p><p></p><p>MTC Fundraiser at You’re Fired Bedford – Weekend of March 20, 21, 22.  All Studio Fees go to MTC!</p><p></p><p>MTC Turns ONE! April 6th 5:30pm – 8pm</p><p></p><p>Sponsor PRIDE here! <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.manchestertrue.org/pride2026" target="_blank">www.manchestertrue.org/pride2026</a></p><p></p><p>Chicken Tender Capital of the World: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.tastingtable.com/1382501/manchester-new-hampshire-chicken-tender-capital-world/" target="_blank">https://www.tastingtable.com/1382501/manchester-new-hampshire-chicken-tender-capital-world/</a></p>no00:34:0512Brave Space NH: March - All About Youth!full<![CDATA[Welcome to Brave Space NH]]>In this first episode of Brave Space New Hampshire, Matt Bohannon, Director of Communications, Dr. Rachel Teague, Vice President of Operations, and Scott Cloutier, President of Manchester True Collaborative, share the story behind the organization’s founding and the launch of the podcast.

Together, they explore what it means to create both safe and brave spaces, the impact of the community center’s opening, and why honest, respectful conversations are essential to building connection, belonging, and a stronger future for New Hampshire.

]]>1115363d-6832-4963-995c-f6cfb1e5eabdWed, 11 Feb 2026 01:06:44 GMT<p>In this first episode of Brave Space New Hampshire, Matt Bohannon, Director of Communications, Dr. Rachel Teague, Vice President of Operations, and Scott Cloutier, President of Manchester True Collaborative, share the story behind the organization’s founding and the launch of the podcast.</p><p></p><p>Together, they explore what it means to create both safe <i>and</i> brave spaces, the impact of the community center’s opening, and why honest, respectful conversations are essential to building connection, belonging, and a stronger future for New Hampshire.</p><p></p><p></p>no00:47:2711Welcome to Brave Space NHfull