Going Mental with Eileen Kelly
Eileen Kelly
GOING MENTAL was born out of host Eileen Kelly’s desire to reckon with the shame she felt around her mental health journey. Despite early career success, internal struggles and a crippling personality disorder drove Eileen to leave her exciting New York City life behind and seek treatment at McLean — one of the oldest mental hospitals in the country. After five months and some serious self-discovery, she returned to the outside world looking for a way to disseminate what she'd learned in treatment and connect to others with similar experiences.
Each week, along with personal stories from Eileen, she interviews some of today’s most compelling media figures, artists, authors, and celebrities about their own mental health journeys, along with a range of experts who provide information and support around various mental conditions.
New episodes releasing every Thursday.
Each week, along with personal stories from Eileen, she interviews some of today’s most compelling media figures, artists, authors, and celebrities about their own mental health journeys, along with a range of experts who provide information and support around various mental conditions.
New episodes releasing every Thursday.
Episodes
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Jul 28, 2021 • 1h 28min
Behind the Scenes of Perfection with Madison Beer.
Madison Beer is an American singer, songwriter and social media sensation. We discuss her experience with overnight fame, media scrutiny in the age of the Internet, and her insecurities and struggles with borderline personality disorder.
Jul 21, 2021 • 46min
Mental Health Access with Dr. Joseph Parks
Dr. Joseph Parks is the Medical Director at The National Council for Mental Wellbeing. We discuss mental health care accessibility and education (or lack thereof), treatment options for those who don't have insurance or financial resources, and the health care policies that The National Council and other mental health advocates and organizations are fighting for. Visit thenationalcouncil.org for additional mental health education and resources. Head to https://www.Patreon.com/KillerAndASweetThang to support the podcast, watch each episode in full length video, hear bonus episodes, meet Eileen and more.
Jul 14, 2021 • 44min
Gen Z for President with Deja Foxx
Deja Foxx is the founder of GenZ Girl Gang and the youngest former presidential campaign staffer in modern history. We talk through her experience with homelessness, being the first in her family to go to college, and how Gen Z is changing the political game. Head to https://www.Patreon.com/KillerAndASweetThang to support the podcast, watch each episode in full length video, hear bonus episodes, meet Eileen and more.
Jul 7, 2021 • 47min
Devil Wears Prada with Aimee Song
Aimee Song is a Korean-American fashion blogger and fashion designer who rose to fame through her blog Song of Style. We discuss the lack of representation in the media, how to break into an industry that’s cliquish, and how societal beauty pressures impact her mental health- resulting in body image struggles, depression, and an eating disorder. Head to https://www.Patreon.com/KillerAndASweetThang to support the podcast, watch each episode in full length video, hear bonus episodes, meet Eileen and more.
Jun 30, 2021 • 55min
We’re All Perverts: Ethical Porn with Director Erika Lust
Erika Lust is an award-winning adult filmmaker. We discuss the absence of female pleasure in mainstream porn, diversity within the industry, and how to combat shame with your sexuality. Listeners of Going Mental can access an exclusive free 30 day trial of XConfessions: https://xconfessions.com/sign-up/goingmentalwitheileenkelly. Head to https://www.Patreon.com/KillerAndASweetThang to support the podcast, watch each episode in full length video, hear bonus episodes, meet Eileen and more.
Jun 23, 2021 • 54min
Disloyal with Michael Cohen
Michael Cohen is an American disbarred lawyer who served as the personal attorney to former U.S. president Donald Trump for over a decade. We discuss his incarceration, media scrutiny, the trial’s effect on his family, and how his experience within the prison system ultimately changed his views on criminal justice. Head to www.Patreon.com/KillerAndASweetThang to support the podcast, watch each episode in full length video, hear bonus episodes, meet Eileen and more.
Jun 16, 2021 • 48min
Caroline Calloway: The Girl Everyone Loves to Hate
You’ve probably heard of Caroline Calloway during one of her many cancellations. We talk about the ups and downs of internet fame, addiction, and “redemption.” Head to www.Patreon.com/KillerAndASweetThang to support the podcast, watch each episode in full length video, hear bonus episodes, meet Eileen and more.
Jun 9, 2021 • 49min
Campaigning for Love with Paperboy Prince
Paperboy Prince, an artist, rapper, and activist walks us through their decision to run for New York City Mayor. They provide insight on how the system is broken, what can be done to fix it, and how listeners can participate in politics to create positive change. Head to www.Patreon.com/KillerAndASweetThang to support the podcast, watch each episode in full length video, hear bonus episodes, meet Eileen and more.`
Jun 2, 2021 • 50min
Amanda Knox: The End of Life as She Knew It
Amanda Knox was on trial for 8 years for a murder she didn’t commit. We talk Italian prison, her acquittal and the lasting effects the media has had on her mental health. Head to www.Patreon.com/KillerAndASweetThang to support the podcast, watch each episode in full length video, hear bonus episodes, meet Eileen and more.
Jun 2, 2021 • 52min
Who the Hell is Eileen Kelly?
Meet our host. Interviewed by her childhood best friend, Eileen walks us through her 5-month stint at McLean Hospital, her experience going off the grid, and what’s in store for this season. Head to www.Patreon.com/KillerAndASweetThang to support the podcast, watch each episode in full length video, hear bonus episodes, meet Eileen and more.
