In the second edition of this special episode, Lily interviews a panel of six of her closest friends and peers to discuss what mental health looks like in their generation. They dive into the unique pressures they face within their age group, intergenerational trauma, social media, anxiety, depression, and diverse personal stories and experiences. An episode full of radical vulnerability and profound self-reflection, this conversation is illuminating for listeners of all ages. For more information, guest bios, and resources, go to www.mindwideopenproject.com Find Lily on Instagram @lilycornellsilver Originally aired DECEMBER 7, 2020

Actress Brittany Snow and publicist Jaspre Guest share their mental health-focused letter-writing project, September Letters. Brittany opens up about her struggles with an eating disorder and Jaspre talks anxiety; they take a deep dive with Lily into the intersection of the metaphysical world and mental health, how to cope with mental health challenges during the holidays, and how feeling seen can change your life. For more information, guest bios, and resources, go to www.mindwideopenproject.com Find Lily on Instagram @lilycornellsilver Originally aired DECEMBER 1, 2020

Mason Spector, Madhappy Clothing company founder and creator, joins Lily to discuss their shared passion for openness around mental health. Mason shares his struggles with addiction and how he infuses mental health into both his work and personal life. Mason and Lily also discuss how their families of origin impact their views on their own mental health, what makes a healthy coping mechanism, and Madhappy's mental health initiative, The Local Optimist. For more information, guest bios, and resources, go to www.mindwideopenproject.com Find Lily on Instagram @lilycornellsilver Originally aired NOVEMBER 23, 2020

It's all smiles with music industry pioneers Matt Pinfield and Allison Hagendorf as they chat with Lily about all things music and mental health. Matt, legendary MTV VJ, and Allison, Spotify's Head of Rock, have been best friends for years; they dive into Matt's battle with drug addiction, him hitting bottom, and how Allison supported him as he began his recovery journey. The trio have a candid conversation about the state of mental health and recovery within the music industry, Matt's longtime relationship with Lily's parents, and Allison's expertise in physical fitness. For more information, guest bios, and resources, go to www.mindwideopenproject.com Find Lily on Instagram @lilycornellsilver Originally aired NOVEMBER 16, 2020

A year after launching Mind Wide Open in honor of her dad, the late Chris Cornell's, 56th birthday, Lily fittingly finishes the Mind Wide Open series with a poignant and heartfelt conversation with her mother, Susan Silver. Legendary music manager of bands such as Alice in Chains and Soundgarden, Susan speaks candidly with Lily about the immense love and loss they have experienced. Susan opens up about her relationship with Lily's dad, her loved ones that have faced addiction, raising a child who struggles with mental health, and the self-care tools she uses to stay grounded amidst hardship. For more information, guest bios, and resources, go to www.mindwideopenproject.com Find Lily on Instagram @lilycornellsilver Originally aired JULY 20, 2021

Dr. Christine Yu Moutier, chief medical officer of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), joins Lily to shed the stigma around discussions of mental health and suicide. After losing colleagues to suicide, Dr. Moutier dedicated herself to fighting this leading cause of death. She explores why stigma exists and how it's being reduced, what to do if you or a loved one is in crisis, and how she navigates her own mental health in an intense field. For more information, guest bios, and resources, go to www.mindwideopenproject.com Find Lily on Instagram @lilycornellsilver Originally aired JULY 13, 2021

As any artist knows, mental health and creativity often have an intimate relationship. Harold Owens is a certified addiction and recovery specialist and the senior director at MusiCares; part of his life's work is to provide access to mental health resources for music industry members and their families. He shares his expertise on the inextricable connection between addiction and mental health and the remarkable story of reclaiming his own life. Harold also discusses his personal relationship with Lily's dad and the importance of advocacy. For more information, guest bios, and resources, go to www.mindwideopenproject.com Find Lily on Instagram @lilycornellsilver Originally aired NOVEMBER 9, 2020

Mitul Desai teaches us that you don't have to be a mental health professional to be a mental health advocate. A former Senior Advisor in the U.S. State Department under President Obama, Mitul and and Lily explore mental health on a systemic level and in the corporate world. They discuss how mental health has played an important role in both Mitul's personal and professional lives, delving into his experiences having a brother with schizophrenia and being a board member of the National Alliance on Mental Illness. For more information, guest bios, and resources, go to www.mindwideopenproject.com Find Lily on Instagram @lilycornellsilver Originally aired OCTOBER 26, 2020

I think this is the beginning of a beautiful friendship! Olympic athlete, filmmaker, and award-winning author Alexi Pappas and Lily forge a fast connection in their discussion of losing parents to suicide, befriending pain, and creating art. Lily and Alexi explore the duality of beauty and terror that comes with the similarities between them and their late parents. They also discuss Alexi's struggles with severe post-Olympic depression, and how practicing self-care is a necessary superpower, not a weakness. For more information, guest bios, and resources, go to www.mindwideopenproject.com Find Lily on Instagram @lilycornellsilver Originally aired JUNE 22, 2021

Musician, artist, and activist Nadya Tolokonnikova of the Russian punk rock band, Pussy Riot joins Mind Wide Open. An inspiration to Lily for many years, Nadya discusses her mental health experience being imprisoned in Russia, the delicate balance between activism and self-care, and the necessity of being active in social justice. For more information, guest bios, and resources, go to www.mindwideopenproject.com Find Lily on Instagram @lilycornellsilver Originally aired OCTOBER 19, 2020

In a culture that fears death, Alua Arthur calls for us to ask the question, “What must I do to be at peace with myself so that I may live presently and die gracefully?” Alua is a death doula and founder of Going with Grace, an end-of-life planning organization. Grace and Lily explore the realities of death and loss: that it is inevitable, and doesn't have to be scary. For more information, guest bios, and resources, go to www.mindwideopenproject.com Find Lily on Instagram @lilycornellsilver Originally aired JUNE 8, 2021

Musician Alicia Bognanno, also known as Bully, gets real about her bipolar II diagnosis. She speaks openly on a stigmatized disorder, discussing the relief of being able to "name it to tame it" and shedding light on the importance of vulnerability. She and Lily connect through their sensitivity, creativity, and love of music. For more information, guest bios, and resources, go to www.mindwideopenproject.com Find Lily on Instagram @lilycornellsilver Originally aired OCTOBER 12, 2020

Coach Carla Wilcox, a dear friend and boxing coach of Lily's, teaches us how to get comfortable with being uncomfortable. One of the most difficult things about processing grief, trauma, or change of any kind can be being present with the emotions that arise. Coach Carla, a professional boxer, public speaker, and founder of Seattle Boxing Gym, is a shining example of sticking with yourself in times of immense hardship. She shares her thoughts on spirituality, staying next to your heartbeat, and centering and externalizing through movement. For more information, guest bios, and resources, go to www.mindwideopenproject.com Find Lily on Instagram @lilycornellsilver

Musician and visionary Fantastic Negrito takes a deep dive into the themes of mental health that permeate his music. A self described "recovering narcissist," he and Lily discuss the years he spent on tour with Lily's dad, how he creates art for the greater good, and the many lives he's lived in one. For more information, guest bios, and resources, go to www.mindwideopenproject.com Find Lily on Instagram @lilycornellsilver Originally aired OCTOBER 5, 2020

The youngest Jonas brother, Frankie Jonas, and Lily have an unfiltered conversation about learning when to ask for help, their main takeaways from years of therapy, and what life looks like when you didn't think you'd still be here. Frankie also talks about practicing radical vulnerability on his TikTok accounts, where he both shares and receives valuable advice on mental health and wellbeing. For more information, guest bios, and resources, go to www.mindwideopenproject.com Find Lily on Instagram @lilycornellsilver Originally aired MAY 11, 2021

In the second installment of this interview, David Kessler, the world's foremost expert on healing after loss, joins Mind Wide Open to discuss grief and what he has coined as the sixth stage of grief: finding meaning. Lily and her mom, Susan Silver, have turned to his work for support for many years, making for a poignant and full circle conversation between Lily and David. For more information, guest bios, and resources, go to www.mindwideopenproject.com Find Lily on Instagram @lilycornellsilver Originally aired SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

Sometimes life is so fucked up that all you can do is laugh about it. Comedian Gary Gulman shares his experiences with major depression and mental health with great candor and humor. He and Lily also delve into his HBO special on the same topic, "The Great Depresh." For more information, guest bios, and resources, go to www.mindwideopenproject.com Find Lily on Instagram @lilycornellsilver Originally aired APRIL 27, 2021

David Kessler, the world's foremost expert on healing after loss, joins Mind Wide Open to discuss grief and what he has coined as the sixth stage of grief: finding meaning. Lily and her mom, Susan Silver, have turned to his work for support for many years, making for a poignant and full circle conversation between Lily and David. For more information, guest bios, and resources, go to www.mindwideopenproject.com Find Lily on Instagram @lilycornellsilver Originally aired SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Over a year into the COVID-19 pandemic, the topic of connection is at the forefront of most of our minds. Professor and developmental psychologist Dr. Niobe Way joins Lily to delve into the fundamentals of vulnerability and human connection and how to cultivate the most meaningful relationships possible. They also discuss Dr. Way's work studying the “crisis of connection” in young people, specifically adolescent males. For more information, guest bios, and resources, go to www.mindwideopenproject.com Find Lily on Instagram @lilycornellsilver Originally aired APRIL 13, 2021

20-year-old singer-songwriter and American Idol contestant Louis Knight discusses his struggles with mental health as well as his song "Change," which was written about the suicide of his close friend. Louis and Lily swap experiences with mental health, suicidal ideation, and losing a close friend to suicide. Louis also speaks to the power of music for our wellbeing as a partner of The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). For more information, guest bios, and resources, go to www.mindwideopenproject.com Find Lily on Instagram @lilycornellsilver Originally aired SEPTEMBER 21, 2020