Dr. Vail Hour
The Dr. Vail Hour Podcast presented by Vail Communities features diverse conversations about mental health and what we can do to break the stigma that surrounds it. You can expect various guests from our community, staff, and supporters while focusing on different mental health topics. You will also hear stories of impact from those individuals that we serve at Vail. Pull up a chair and join us in coversation.
Episodes

Apr 6, 2026
Apr 6, 2026
18 min
Juli Stangler sits down with Paul De Cordova, Education Manager for St. Paul's History Theatre, to discuss History Theatre's long-standing relationship with Vail and what their collaboration with Vail's Clubhouses means. Paul also shares behind the scene details regarding this year's collaboration "Still We Rise" on April 23rd. This free event highlights all 3 of Vail's Clubhouses and talented Clubhouse Members. Tune in to listen today!

Mar 24, 2026
Mar 24, 2026
26 min
Join us as Vail's President and Executive Director, Ashley Trepp, sits down with Marcus Schmit, Executive Director of NAMI MN, and Michelle, Hopkins Clubhouse Member. to discuss the importance of mental illness advocacy, and how you can share your voice at Mental Health Day on the Hill, March 26th!

Feb 23, 2026
Feb 23, 2026
24 min
Join us for this roundtable discussion with Executive Director and President, Ashley Trepp, Tyler Keyes- Senior Director of Housing, Health Equity, and Innovation, Chad Bolstrom- Senior Director of Clubhouse Programs and Public Policy, and Kris Hennelly- Senior Director of Clinical Services and Integrated Partnerships.

Jan 26, 2026
Jan 26, 2026
9 min
Join us for this very special first episode of 2026, as we sit down and have a meet and greet with Vail Communities new Executive Director and President, Ashley Trepp!

Dec 19, 2025
Dec 19, 2025
11 min
Join us in our final episode for 2025 as we chat with Cheryl Collins. Cheryl shares her insight of being interim Executive Director for Vail Communities from July 2025-November 2025, and what she values most about Vail Communities. You don't want to miss this one!

Nov 17, 2025
Nov 17, 2025
22 min
Juli Stangler, Senior Director of Development and Marketing, sits down with Samantha Sands, Hopkins Clubhouse Program Manager, to discuss the uniqueness of the Clubhouse Support Program, how decisions in 2025 have affected Clubhouse Members, and how the joy and resilience of Members and Staff enable Vail Communities Clubhouses to succeed.

Sep 22, 2025
Sep 22, 2025
18 min
Karina speaks with Sophia Smith, Senior Manager of Health Equity & Innovation

Aug 21, 2025

Jun 24, 2025

Jun 3, 2025
Jun 3, 2025
15 min
Karina Forrest Perkins speaks with Alicia, Vail Communities Mental Health Manager





