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

BOSTON, Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Boston Globe Media and Tufts Health Plan, a Point32Health company, have partnered once more to launch season six of Turning Points: Navigating Mental Health, an original podcast series focused on important conversations around mental health.

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 sixth season, Turning

Points: Navigating Mental Health will tackle topics such as parenting in the age of social media, starting over after loss, and navigating mental health in a constant news cycle, among other topics. New episodes will be launched every Wednesday, beginning October 7, 2026.

"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. "Past seasons 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 Frantzes Lys will return to host season six 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.

"Mental health is just as important as physical health, but it can often feel harder to talk about," said Edward Walker, president of government markets for Tufts Health Plan, a Point32Health company. "The stories shared through Turning Points help normalize those conversations while offering listeners insight, hope and connection. We're excited to partner again with Boston Globe Media to continue elevating perspectives that encourage people to prioritize their emotional well-being."

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

Contact: Boston Globe Media Communications, [email protected]

About Boston Globe Media:
Boston Globe Media is a 154 year-old, locally owned and thriving independent media organization that includes The Boston Globe, Boston.com, Boston magazine, The

B-Side, InstaTrac, and STAT – a national life sciences publication. Its flagship publication, The Boston Globe, is a 27-time Pulitzer Prize-winning news organization with the largest digital subscriber base of any metro news organization in the United States and the largest newsroom in New England. Together, this media platform reaches, serves, and convenes smart audiences with world-class journalism, curated events, creative marketing services, data services, and original video storytelling.

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.

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.

SOURCE Boston Globe Media