Salt Bridge Farm Podcast - Episode 10 - Stay In The Fight with Dennis Morolda

Описание: Host Dennis welcomes Dennis Morolda to the Salt Bridge Farm Podcast to discuss Morolda’s nonprofit, Stay in the Fight, created in honor of his late brother Anthony Morolda. Anthony, a fitness trainer who struggled with anxiety, depression, and depersonalization/derealization disorder (DPDR), sometimes couldn’t afford therapy and relied on lifestyle practices like sleep, hydration, journaling, meditation, sunlight, and exercise. Anthony died on September 26, 2024 after being hit by more than one vehicle while heading to a rideshare following a Giants–Cowboys game. The nonprofit provides free counseling/therapy—offering 10 sessions to those without insurance or financial resources—and is developing mental-health resource materials based on what Anthony believed in. Morolda shares upcoming fundraising plans including a golf outing on September 10, 2026 at Galloping Hill in Kenilworth, with proceeds supporting therapy, and notes inspiration from the organization Bigger Than the Trail, which raises money for free therapy through running initiatives and partnerships like BetterHelp and Calmerry. The conversation also focuses on reducing stigma around mental health—especially for men—highlighting the importance of connection, mentorship, and intergenerational community. Dennis and Morolda discuss mentoring young men, the need for role models, and statistics about screen time versus time spent in conversation with adult male role models, and they explore collaborating through Salt Bridge Farm volunteer projects and events. Morolda explains the charity’s name came from a “stay in the fight” tag found on Anthony’s keychain, and he outlines the nine-person board, including family members and professionals contributing events, communications, mental-health expertise, legal, accounting, and public service support.
Stay In The Fight: https://www.stayinthefight.am/
Instagram:   / stayinthefightajm  

00:00 Welcome to Salt Bridge Farm Podcast + Meet Dennis Morolda (Stay in the Fight)
00:42 Anthony’s Story: Fitness, Mental Health Struggles, and a Tragic Loss
02:18 Turning Grief Into Action: Free Therapy for Those Who Can’t Afford It
03:40 Fundraising Plans: Golf Outing + Inspiration from Bigger Than the Trail
05:35 Resources Beyond Therapy: Sunlight, Journaling, and Daily Mental Health Habits
06:24 Breaking the Stigma: Men’s Mental Health, Mentorship, and Accountability
09:17 Advice for the Lonely: Build Connection, Community, and Purpose Through Service
12:07 Collaboration with the Farm: Volunteering, Skills-Building, and Real-World Mentors
15:19 Origin of the Name “Stay in the Fight” + The Board Behind the Mission
18:49 Closing Thoughts: Spreading the Word, Staying Connected, and Final Thanks