Adam Ropp - Film Producer & City Council member | EP 58 (Part 1 of 3) with co-host Toni Marlo

32Today our guest is Adam Ropp! He is a prominent film producer and city council member in Guthrie, Oklahoma, known for his work with Red Brick Productions. He has gained recognition through the Oklahoma Film Enhancement Rebate Program, contributing to notable films like "Ghosts 2023," "Secrets Beneath the Floorboards 2023," and "Black Bags 2023." Joining us as co-host in this episode is Toni Marlo! A distinguished makeup artist in OKC, You might remember her if you look back on Episode 4 of the the Be Frank. Podcast. Join us next week for Part 2 to this incredible episode! CHECK OUT TONI MARLO & ADAM SOCIALS… @makeupbymarlo   / adam.ropp.3 Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:00 - Guest Introduction 00:02:27 - Political Experiences 00:02:44 - Respect for Politicians 00:03:58 - City Councilman Role 00:04:21 - Writing Bills 00:05:16 - Chat GPT 00:05:59 - Five Years Ago 00:07:12 - Mental Health Journey 00:08:22 - Hospital Experience 00:14:57 - Therapy Experience 00:15:08 - Finding the Right Therapist 00:19:23 - Introduction and Medication Effects 00:19:58 - The Importance of Medication for Mental Health 00:20:19 - Transitioning Off Medication 00:20:38 - Personal Experience with Medication 00:21:06 - Starting the Mental Health Journey 00:21:11 - The Pressure of Career and Success 00:23:54 - The Reality of Corporate Jobs 00:24:28 - Losing Passion in Career 00:24:48 - Finding a New Career Path 00:26:14 - Depression and the Desire to "Not" 00:27:37 - The Common Thread in Suicide Notes 00:38:40 - Depression and Recovery 00:40:15 - Psychedelics 00:42:04 - Future Goals Support the Show.