Episode 26 | Free Therapy

Episode 26 — Free TherapyIn this episode of The Astonishingly Odd Podcast, Astonish, Hi $peed, Javy, and special guest Dominique—a professional working in substance abuse and mental health—blend humor, honesty, and real talk in what feels like a true therapy session.The crew starts with their weekly recaps: Javy’s Milwaukee golf trip that stirred up old shoulder pain, a canceled “reggaeton coffee” event impacted by immigration fears, Hi $peed’s reflections on his grandfather’s life and a family birthday, and Astonish’s stressful job exam mixed with celebrating his sister’s twins.From there, Dominique shares powerful insights on the intersection of mental health, substance abuse, and HIV, opening up about the stigma that keeps many—especially in the African-American community—from seeking help. She also highlights the emotional toll on healthcare workers and the importance of accessible resources and professional guidance.The conversation expands to cultural and social issues, tackling racist sports team names, Christopher Columbus, cultural appropriation, and the complexities of navigating differences in today’s world. The crew rounds things out with hot takes on relationships, music, Cardi B’s unconventional album rollout, and viral stories like an Italian man who lived alone on an island and Disney pulling Jimmy Kimmel after Trump backlash.A mix of laughter, vulnerability, and unfiltered perspective, this episode delivers exactly what the title promises: Free Therapy.