God Awful Movies 418: Crazy Wise
Aug 22, 2023
(Very nearly Dr.) Cara Santa Maria joins the guys to review a documentary questioning if mental illness is a magic power. The hosts criticize the film's portrayal of mental illness, discuss flaws in the medical system, and explore the intersection of love and mental illness. They critique controversial figures, analyze the harm of alternative methods, and question the language choices in the anti-psychiatry movement. The chapter also includes a conversation about shower accidents and sarcastic remarks about race, as well as discussing family challenges and alternative therapies. They criticize the inclusion of peer work as a magical process and discuss prejudice and inappropriate language in the movie.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Discussion and Criticism of a Documentary that Highlights Issues in the Medical System
02:24 • 2min
Thoughts on a Movie About Treating Mental Illness
04:39 • 4min
Exploring the Intersection of Love and Mental Illness
08:58 • 12min
Controversial Figures and Medication Claims
21:25 • 15min
Choosing Between Medical help and Singing
36:18 • 4min
The Flaws in the Anti-Psychiatry Movement
39:58 • 9min
The Harm of Romanticizing Alternative Methods for Mental Health
48:58 • 15min
Language Learning and Special Deal for Listeners
01:04:26 • 2min
A Conversation about Shower Accidents, Dangerous Ideas, and Sarcastic Remarks
01:06:32 • 2min
Family Challenges and Alternative Therapies
01:08:35 • 14min
Critique of Peer Work and Alternative Mental Health Practices in the Movie
01:22:11 • 15min
Humorous conversation, alternative careers, and a preview for the next episode
01:37:33 • 2min
Promoting 'Finger of God too' and 'Furious Love' and Expressing Gratitude to Listeners
01:39:28 • 2min