Boston Globe Media and Tufts Health Plan launch Fifth Season of "Turning Points," a popular Podcast Series Helping People Navigate Mental Health

BOSTON, Oct. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Boston Globe Media and Tufts Health Plan, a Point32Health company, have partnered to launch season five of Turning Points: Navigating Mental Health , an original podcast series focused on important conversations around mental health. Originally sponsored by Point32Health for its first four seasons, the podcast is now proudly sponsored by Tufts Health Plan.

The five-episode series, created in collaboration with Boston Globe Media's branded content experts at Studio/B will feature stories from those who have reclaimed their emotional well-being by finding their "Turning Points." For its fifth season, Turning Points will tackle topics such as the power of intergenerational relationships, the mental health angle of menopause, and finding identity after retirement, among other topics. New episodes will be launched every Wednesday, beginning October 8, 2025.

"We're privileged to continue our impactful partnership with Point32Health and Tufts Health Plan to help bring these meaningful stories to life," said Angus Macaulay , chief commercial officer of Boston Globe Media. "The last season of Turning Points peaked at #1 on Apple's mental health podcast charts and we were nominated for Webby and Shorty Awards alongside industry giants like Sanjay Gupta and Esther Perel. Both honors are an incredible testament to how conversations around mental health are important for a much broader audience than we ever imagined."

Renowned clinical social worker and accomplished writer and public speaker Frantzces Lys will return to host season five of Turning Points . Lys has dedicated her life's work to helping people heal by removing emotional blocks in their lives. In each episode, Lys digs into mental health journeys through conversations with various personalities who share unique perspectives of mental well-being.

"From exploring the impact of social isolation to seeking new passions after retirement, we are proud to highlight narratives this season that especially impact our aging community," said Bill Harlan , vice president of behavioral health and health engagement at Point32Health. "As mental health can be a difficult topic for many to talk about at any age, these guests are leading the way for others to open up within their own families and communities."

Visit Globe.com/TurningPoints to learn more about Turning Points , and find episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other podcasting platforms.

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About Boston Globe Media:

Boston Globe Media Partners, LLC is a locally owned, award-winning media company serving Boston and New England for over 153 years. Its cornerstone is The Boston Globe, a 27-time Pulitzer Prize-winning news source and one of the most successful metro news organizations in the United States. The Globe is headquartered in Boston with regional bureaus in Washington, D.C., Rhode Island, and New Hampshire. The Globe has been successfully growing its direct subscriber base, today boasting the highest total number of subscribers the organization has had since 2008. The Globe hosts events that connect community members to its journalism and provides a range of digital and home-delivered advertising solutions that reach more consumers than any other New England media brand. Boston Globe Media's portfolio includes The Boston Globe, Globe Opinion, Boston.com, STAT, The B-Side, Globe Publishing Services, Globe Events, Studio/B, and Boston magazine.

Branded content projects such as Turning Points are produced by Studio/B in collaboration with the advertiser. The news and editorial departments of The Boston Globe have no role in its production or display.

About Tufts Health Plan:

Tufts Health Plan , a Point32Health company, is a local nonprofit organization that offers health plans for every stage of life. With a commitment to personal service, Tufts Health Plan provides quality coverage and dedicated support to help guide and empower healthier lives.

SOURCE Boston Globe Media