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Brainsick
by Lydia Chang, Aleta Chang, Andrew Sanford
A podcast where Lydia, Andrew, & Aleta discuss sick brains!
Episodes
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Nothin' but Bidness (And Social Media)
Can social media be a source of support? Depression, anxiety and suicide are topics in today's episode. Sites like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc. are undoubtably stressors for the people that use them at times, especially as online platforms become increasingly larger parts of our daily…
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If You Call Her Crazy, You're Just Calling Her in Love!
Rachel Bloom: https://www.youtube.com/user/racheldoesstuff Rebecca Bunch is back in the spotlight as we discuss Crazy Ex-Girlfriend and all of the mental health focuses present throughout the show. Particularly the main character's diagnosis with Borderline Personality Disorder. P.S. Paula does...
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You Eat Like A Bird
We're talking about the 1960 one, just to clarify. Not the Vince Vaughn one. . . . We have Radiant Radish T-Shirts available for pre-order here! Ends September 1st Visit Instagram / Facebook for more content https://brainsickpodcast.com
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Just One Last Level, Seriously, I Promise
Many thanks to Tim, Kat, Erick and Brandon for donating their time and thoughts with us. Everyone should also check out Katrina's stream, The Respawn Cast and Erick's gaming Instagram, @goodgametalks Today is the nitty gritty, folks. We're talking games, developers, publishers, loot boxes and the...
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You Are Feeling Very Sleepy (And Mindful)
Article Links: https://www.brainsickpodcast.com/episode-notes/you-are-feeling-very-sleepy-and-mindful In addition to pharmaceuticals and conventional treatments, both hypnosis and meditation are worthwhile methods for treating pain, anxiety, depression, and possibly more. These two different…
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Just One More Level
Andrew discusses everything about video games except video games themselves on today's Brainsick. https://shorturl.at/rHMN9 - Crunch Hurts https://www.shorturl.at/sHQST - Stress Casualties in the Workplace https://shorturl.at/afimW - Loot Boxes and Problem Gambling We have Radiant Radish…
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Shane Dawesome
Shane's channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV9_KinVpV-snHe3C3n1hvA Dawson has been on Youtube for a very long time, and has recently begun addressing issues within the communtiy including the mental health of many of the sites most popular people. This also includes his own life and…
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Glorious Garland
The tumultuous life of America's darling, Judy Garland. Talent plagued by heart bonks and the industry that always kept her down, we present the whole story. Warning: discussion of suicide. Visit us on Instagram / Facebook And check out our website here
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Cow Hugs
Grandin is famous for designing more ethical and efficient machines / procedures for handling livestock, as well as machines used for therapy. Part of her insight comes from personal experience with hypersensitivity. Follow us on Instagram and/or join us on Facebook and check out our website here
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Braindump Music Edition
Then you're in luck! You've stumbled onto one! Here's a little minisode of Andrew and Lydia jamming on guitars and singing various covers of songs, enjoy. Follow us on Instagram and/or follow us on Facebook and check out our website here
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Space Ducks (And Other Things)
list o' Quotes: http://www.pink-floyd.org/barrett/quotes.html Daniel's Website: https://www.hihowareyou.com/ The tragedy of Pink Floyd Frontman Syd Barrett and the colorful rollercoaster of Daniel Johnston's imagination are discussed in good detail. Barrett's schizophrenia / drug abuse and...
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Good Nard
Aleta presents the backstory of Virginia Woolf, celebrated author and feminist icon. She introduced the use of stream of consciousness in her writing and continues to inspire us today despite her struggles with (or perhaps because of) mental illness. Warning: discussion of suicide. Follow us on...
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Mixtape Medley
All of Lydia's favorites in one! Learn the stories behind the lyrics on today's episode. Follow us on Instagram and/or join us on Facebook ! Find our website here.
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69 Packets of Pure Salt
To have Munchausen Syndrome means you fabricate or induce illness on yourself or another (by proxy), only to then immediately seek support and treatment. Today we are joined by Victoria as we discuss this dangerous mental health phenomenon. Follow us on Instagram and/or join us on Facebook and...
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Wildcat Woman
Dip into America's history with one of the first of the first ladies, Mary Todd Lincoln. She dealt with a lot of heart bonks and had to deal with so much negative press, but she also seemed pretty kickass too. Warning: discussion of suicide. Follow us on Instagram and/or join us on Facebook &…
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We're All Maniacs
Welcome to our episode about Netflix's Maniac, featuring Timothy from all the way in Texas! We discuss the use of labels in diagnoses through the DSM, handling a lack of closure, schizophrenia, and more. Watch the show if you haven't already, we highly recommend it. Follow us on Instagram and/or...
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Beethoven Never Hurt Anybody
Andrew presents Clockwork Orange, a 1971 film by Stanley Kubrick that digs into psychopathy and the use of classical conditioning to create quick fixes. What could go wrong? Warning: discussion of violence and suicide. Follow us on Instagram and/or join us on Facebook and MAJOR shoutout to…
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The Sylvia Special
We couldn't get a full episode to you this week, so please enjoy these Sylvia Plath readings with some (very faint) guitar playing by Andrew in the background. Follow us on Instagram and/or join us on Facebook & check out our new website here!
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Two Plus Two (Minus Two Plus One)
Lydia presents Karen Carpenter of the Carpenters, a talented drummer and vocal artist who suffered from extreme body dysmorphia that manifested in the form of anorexia nervosa. Warning: discussion of eating disorders. And be forewarned, there are some ASMR attempts at various points in this...
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The Lori Special
We are beyond pleased to present our first guest episode featuring Lori Chang, mother of cohosts Aleta and Lydia. She shares about her journey with OCD, depression, and anxiety with an emphasis on OCD while also sharing what got her through all those tough times. We love our momma! Warning:...
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Future Figs
Join us as Aleta shares about the feminist poet who met an early tragic end and hear some of her poetry as we delve into the past that helped to create the artist we know and love. Warning: discussion/description of suicide. If y'all make it through the whole thing, we love you and appreciate…
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The Lydia Special
So instead, enjoy a special little episode about Lydia's mental illness story in place of our usual. Warning: there is mention of suicide and discussion of self harm. Follow us on Instagram and/or join us on Facebook If you're interested in the blog Lydia mentioned, you can check it out here
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E=mc²
Andrew presents Howard Hughes, the brilliant mind behind Boeing, producer of the original Scarface, and pioneer of modern hospital beds. What a Renaissance man! However, OCD completely took over the latter half of his life, isolating himself from everyone else. :-/ and if y'all really want to…
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Queen Zelda
Lydia shares the murky past of the dynamic and equally destructive Fitzgeralds, with a special focus on Zelda. Join us on Instagram and/or follow us on Facebook So much love to Katrina Caluza for stepping in as our audio producer, we can't thank her enough! Check out her stream here
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DSM-5 Part I
Welcome back! Tune in as Lydia, Andrew, & Aleta discuss the DSM-5 criteria for disorders based on an Abnormal Psych class (disclaimer: we're not professionals of any kind!). We wanted to provide a framework for the disorders we mention in our usual shows; this is Part I. Note: Apologies for the…
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My Sister's Hot
Warning: this episode includes discussion of suicide. Beautiful music, the complexities of grieving, immense difficulties of being a young person, and more. Please remember, you're never alone! Here is the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 Follow us on Instagram and/or join us…
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Crazy=Genius
A complicated past including The Pendletones, Radiant Radish, & a controlling psychiatrist; who knew the harmonies behind The Beach Boys had such a dark history? Follow us on Instagram and/or join us on Facebook
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Ready, Set, Gogh!
Welcome to Brainsick! Spend some time with Lydia, Andrew, & Aleta on a new podcast exploring mental illness in notable people and/or fictional works. They kick it off with Our Favorite, the one and only Vincent van Gogh. Follow us on Instagram and/or join us on Facebook
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How many episodes does Brainsick have?
Brainsick currently has 28 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
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A podcast where Lydia, Andrew, & Aleta discuss sick brains!
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Brainsick has 28 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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Who hosts Brainsick?
Brainsick is created and hosted by Lydia Chang, Aleta Chang, Andrew Sanford.
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