Good News York: Mental Health Awareness with Tracy Dando & Dave Matthews Band Fan Experience In this episode of Good News York, solo host Mike Brindisi kicks off the show without his usual co-host Matt. Mike welcomes Tracy Dando, founder of SafeSpace CNY and Root to Rise, to discuss her journey with mental health struggles and how her experiences led to the creation of SafeSpace CNY. Tracy talks in-depth about SafeSpace’s supportive environment, its various group activities, and the importance of community in mental health recovery. The conversation also highlights the stigma around mental health, different coping mechanisms, and the benefits of peer support groups. Later, the focus shifts to the Mental Health Tattoo fundraiser event organized by SafeSpace CNY. Additionally, Mike shares his exhilarating experience at a Dave Matthews Band concert, where he connected with a fellow first-time pit attendee, Lauren. They discuss their love for the band, special concert moments, and the unfortunate incident where Lauren's sister was assaulted for a setlist. The episode wraps up with Lauren offering her extra concert tickets and reflecting on the memorable experience. 00:00 Introduction and Host's Monologue 00:36 Special Guest Introduction: Tracy Dando 02:13 Tracy's Journey and SafeSpace CNY 04:23 The Importance of Safe Spaces 06:06 How SafeSpace CNY Differs from Traditional Therapy 08:44 Men's Group and Community Impact 20:03 Navigating Mental Health Post-Pandemic 21:38 Root to Rise: Seasonal Retreats 24:43 Mental Health Tattoo Fundraiser 27:36 Event Details and Social Media Links 28:02 Personal Stories and Mental Health 29:17 Upcoming Events and Community Involvement 30:10 Heartfelt Appreciation and Closing Remarks 31:49 Dave Matthews Band Concert Experience 33:19 Meeting Lauren and Her Family 34:40 Dave Matthews Band Fan Stories 41:38 Getting a Signed Hat from Dave 44:18 Set List Incident and Appeal to Warehouse 47:22 Final Thoughts and Ticket Giveaway 50:43 Conclusion and Next Guest Introduction