The Broken Brain

Marian Wilson, RN, PhD, joins the podcast to discuss her research into chronic pain, cognitive behavioral pain management strategies, and the interaction that pain patients have with opiate medication and opioid dependancy. If you would like to join the Broken Brain Patrons, help support the show and get cool bonus materials, hop on over to www.patreon.com/brokenbrain to sign up today!

Dr Akeem Sule is a Psychiatrist in Essex, UK, and founder of the Black Psychiatrists Culture Club, and is a specialist in medication, treatment, and the application of psychological theory to popular culture. He has done tons of work in the use of Hip-Hop as a tool to educate patients about their own mental health, and is now using TV & Movie storytelling to understand our own mental health. We discuss trauma, identity issues, toxic masculinity, racism, and much more. For bonus materials, including video of this and other interviews, consider supporting the show at www.patreon.com/brokenbrain

Sophie Edwards is a returning guest to The Broken Brain. She is an author, vocal coach, and the creator of "We Have Always Existed," a YouTube series focused on historical accounts of Gender-Fluid and Transgender individuals throughout history. Sophie joins me today to share stories from her research Transgendered people through history. Although open dialogue about Gender may feel new for many people, Gender Identity issues have been around since there has been human culture. Important Spoiler Alert: something being new to one does not make it new for all. Today's episode is all about the understanding that people are people, no matter where or when they are. Follow Sophie's work and learn more about vocal coaching for Trans Women at: sbedwards.gay, and follow her on IG @queer.trans.writer.sophie

Sharon Blady joins to talk about the psychological elements of Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3. We discuss personal community building, trauma, the dynamic of found family and the tricky balance of improving relationships and self while still accepting things as they are. Please share and rate the podcast, and consider becoming a patron of the arts (specifically this show) by setting up your donation at www.patreon.com/brokenbrain.

Addiction is a problem that has historically been left to law enforcement professionals. Criminal charge diversion is a growing approach to giving individuals struggling with addiction the chance to opt for treatment rather than legal punishment. This has been shown to be effective in reducing recidivism and overdose death. Thresholds is one of the oldest mental health clinics in Illinois, and Jeff Gilbert & Ann Brekke are Directors of a groundbreaking program that helps those who have been arrested to be given the option of treatment in lieu of receiving a criminal charge. An individual treatment plan is then designed, within a Harm Reduction approach. Learn more about their program at https://www.thresholds.org. If you would like to support the show, and see the video of all of the episode recordings, please go to www.patreon.com/brokenbrain to become a patron today!

Sharon Blady rejoins the program today to look at the 2 things she and I nerd about the most: Psychology & Superheroes! This is our deep dive into the psychological aspects of the MCU film Ant Man And The Wasp: Quantumania. We discuss generational gap, social advocacy, heroism, running from responsibility and redemption.

Medical school is difficult, and the modern process can be tricky to navigate. Increasing numbers of individuals are leaving the medical field, or completing their MD degree and never practicing. London Smith is an actor, comedian, medical lecturer, and Medical Doctorate holder, the creator of the Jock Doc Podcast. He is here today to tell the story of the evolution of his academic & professional life, and how he dealt with changing directions in his goals. Support The Broken Brain by becoming a patron of the show at www.patreon.com/brokenbrain

This is a replay from a few years back when Sharon Blady came on the program to discuss the MCU Television program Loki. This is being rerun in preparation for the upcoming new episode about AntMan Quantamania, which is connected to this property. Have fun with the re-listen and see you in a few days when the new episode drops.

Dr Paula Freedman, (@mindfuldrpaula on IG), is an expert in the areas of eating disorders, mindfulness, and intuitive eating. Her dynamic Instagram videos demonstrate real-world ways to apply mindfulness and develop a healthy relationship with food. Learn more about her work at www.humankindpsych.com Thank you to all of you Patreon subscribers! If you would like to support the show please go to www.patreon.com/brokenbrain and become a patron today! The Broken Brain is a member of the Core Temp Arts Podcast Network. Follow our great sister shows at www.coretemparts.com

Maurice F Martin (remember the F) is an Author, spiritual coach, and Addiction Counselor who specializes in healing from trauma and redirecting our strength from unhealthy to healthier coping skills, and building up our own healthy community. His books, "Save The Day," and "Your But Is Too Big," give principles he has learned by traveling his own path from misery and addiction to health and stability. Learn more about Maurice's work at https://www.mauricefmartin.com/ Become a part of the show by supporting The Broken Brain, get access to bonus materials (including video of each episode recording) at: www.patreon.com/brokenbrain