New Zealand journalist and mental-health advocate — on storytelling, depression and the power of changing the story you tell yourself.
Jehan Casinader is one of New Zealand's most awarded current-affairs journalists — a long career across television, radio and writing — and a powerful voice on mental health that has emerged from his own lived experience of severe depression and recovery.
His speaking sits at the intersection of two disciplines. He brings the rigour of investigative journalism to the question of how human beings actually change the stories they tell themselves about themselves, and he draws on his own work climbing out of a particularly dark chapter to make the content credible rather than abstract. Audiences leave with both perspective and tools.
For event organisers, Jehan is a strong fit for wellbeing programs, leadership events, healthcare and professional-services conferences, and any audience where the brief is a substantive voice on mental health from someone who has been both inside the experience and the storytelling craft. He works in-person and virtually, internationally.
Jehan Casinader is a keynote speaker based in Victoria who speaks on inspiration, media & journalism and mental health & wellbeing. Book through Executive Speakers Australia.
Gen Z is here – and they’re asking big questions.
What’s the purpose of work? Does loyalty count for anything? And will a full-time job really satisfy their desires? It’s the first generation in history that won’t be satisfied with pay rises and promotions. If you want to secure your future workforce, you need a much better story to tell. As a self-described “recovering millennial”, Jehan Casinader flips the script on Gen Z.
Going far beyond stereotypes and slang, Jehan provides mind-blowing insights – and practical tools – that will totally change the way you communicate with Gen Z.
Do you want to change how people think or act?
Storytelling is the key to influence. But many of us don’t know how to tell great stories – or we’re afraid to open up. As a result, our most important messages are never heard. Award-winning journalist Jehan Casinader will teach you how to cut through the noise, and connect with the people who matter. Whether you’re a senior leader – or brand new to the workforce – Jehan’s remarkable toolkit will elevate your communication.
Learn how to capture attention, connect with your audience, and build trust and credibility – with warmth, gravitas and personality.
Feel like you’re drowning in negative information?
From breaking news to social media, we're bombarded with bleak, anxiety-inducing content – every single day. But did anyone ever teach you how to manage the information you consume? In this compelling, uplifting session, Jehan Casinader reveals how our attention is being captured and manipulated: from clickbait to algorithms, and everything in between.
Using powerful stories from his journalism, the latest neuroscience, and his journey through depression, Jehan explains how you can regain control – and find the good news.
Our world feels more polarised than ever.
People are quick to judge – and quick to take offence. Abuse and aggression are on the rise, even in the workplace. And some people don’t feel safe enough to speak their mind. How can we build bridges with people who don’t look, sound, think or behave like us? As a journalist, Jehan Casinader knows how to create trust and rapport with complete strangers, often in high-pressure situations.
Drawing on his real-life interviews – from a white supremacist to a Spice Girl – Jehan explains how we can move past our differences, and find common ground.
Your mindset is shaped by the story you tell.
Jehan Casinader was an ambitious young journalist – interviewing Prime Ministers, reporting from Hollywood, winning awards. But for many years, he was also hiding a secret: he was depressed and suicidal. In a moving, uplifting session, Jehan explains how the power of storytelling saved his life. He offers a fresh perspective on mental performance – and practical tools that will change the way you look after your wellbeing. This is not just another cookie-cutter presentation on mental health.
Jehan’s unique messages have saved lives.
An experienced MC and interviewer, Jehan hosts high-profile conferences and events. An experienced interviewer and presenter, Jehan draws on his broadcasting experience to deliver seamless experiences for delegates, speakers and panellists alike.
I was absolutely blown away by his professionalism, the sincerity of his message and the power behind it. There’s no better endorsement than the fact that one of our delegates told me how personally he was impacted by Jehan’s keynote speech and that his presentation alone was worth the whole conference registration fee.EVANZ
We have had universal feedback that Jehan facilitated an excellent experience at our conference. His investigative journalism background made his coordination of panel sessions very informative and flowing. His keynote connected with our audience – shown by their spontaneous standing ovation. We thank Jehan for producing a memorable experience for our sector.Rural Health Network
Courageous. Inspiring. Practical. Jehan presented a keynote on mental health to around 400 in-house lawyers. His presence, energy and vulnerability captivated the audience throughout. Real stories of difficult or traumatic situations were communicated with sensitivity and accompanied by deep insights. Lawyers can be a tough crowd, but delegate feedback was off the chart for Jehan’s session. This is a testament to his message and heart.ILANZ
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