Kate Bigam Kaput

Hi, I'm Kate, a Cleveland-based writer, editor, & digital media specialist. By day, I'm a health and wellness writer for a nationally respected health care system; in my spare time, I'm a lifestyle blogger & prolific freelance writer.

Hi, I'm Kate, a Cleveland-based writer, editor, & digital media specialist. By day, I'm a health and wellness writer for a nationally respected healthcare system; in my spare time, I'm a lifestyle blogger & prolific freelance writer.

Selected Articles

Cleveland Magazine • 9th October 2019

A Clevelander's Guide To World Mental Health Day With Kevin Love

When Kevin Love first opened up about his struggles with anxiety and depression, he didn’t know what kind of reception to expect. But the soft-spoken Cavaliers power forward has since become a mental health advocate.

Health Essentials from Cleveland Clinic • 9th July 2021

Is Your Love of True Crime Impacting Your Mental Health?

It can be all too easy to get lost in the kind of grisly tales that nightmares are made of — and what started out as a hobby born of curiosity can easily take a toll on your mental health.

Cleveland Magazine • 4th January 2018

You're Invited To Homa Bash's Elegant Wedding

NewsChannel 5 anchor Homa Bash and her husband, Daniel Ball, both have last names synonymous with “party” — and the newlyweds, whose wedding hashtag was the simple but apt #BashBall, are already embracing a celebratory life together.

Cleveland Magazine • 1st December 2020

The Toll COVID-19 Has Taken On Those Battling Addiction

In the depths of social isolation, some are struggling more than others. Addiction specialists are focused on the fatal effects social isolation can have on people with substance abuse issues and in recovery.

See More of My Writing

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My Blog

GreatestEscapist.com is a CLE-based lifestyle blog with an emphasis on humor, storytelling, & everyday adventures. Topics include food/drink, travel, health, pop culture, & more.

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Arts & Culture

For much of my career, my writing focus was primarily arts and culture-related content, from book reviews and author Q&As to highlighting local business, art projects, and beyond.

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Health & Wellness

As a professional healthcare writer, I cover a variety of topics in the health and wellness space, supported by interviews with some of the best medical professionals in the world.

Mental Health

As a suicide survivor & longtime mental health advocate, I'm passionate about writing about mental illness awareness and treatment, in addition to overall health & wellness.

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Food & Drink

As a frequent freelance writer on the topic of food and drink, I've penned dozens of restaurant reviews, item write-ups, and food features highlighting the vibrant cuisine of Northeast Ohio.

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Social Justice

For 13 years, I worked in social justice advocacy for the largest Jewish denomination in North America. Much of my freelance work has also focused on social issues.

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Personal Essays

Once a prolific essayist, my personal writing has been published in Cleveland Magazine, The Washington Post, NYTimes.com, Esquire, Redbook, Woman's Day, and beyond.

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Publications

Throughout the years, it has been my honor to have my writing selected for publication in three anthologies, each with a very different focus.

Podcasts

I co-host Cleveland Clinic's Health Essentials podcast & have had the pleasure of appearing on a few podcasts hosted by friends. Give them a listen & subscribe!

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