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- S2:E5 – Fundies
Let's take a deep dive into Christian fundamentalism, why people are so attracted to it, and what makes it harmful. Just in time for Jesus' birthday.
Sources:
- https://www.britannica.com/topic/fundamentalism
- https://www.healthypeople.gov/2020/topics-objectives/topic/lesbian-gay-bisexual-and-transgender-health
- https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/pdf/risk/prep/cdc-hiv-prep-guidelines-2017.pdf
- https://www.history.com/.amp/topics/1980s/hiv-aids-crisis-timeline
- Religious fundamentalism, individuality, and collective identity: A case study of two student organizations in Iran
- https://sociologysaviour.wordpress.com/2015/08/04/fundamentalism-unit-3/
Not a source (per se) but definitely check out Fundie Fridays on YouTube for more on this topic.
Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @biopsychpod, and find us on Facebook too! Music by JayMan at https://bit.ly/2uWO2jO
45 min - S2:E4 – Omaima Nelson
Happy Thanksgiving! This one comes with a few content warnings for mentions of domestic violence, rape/sexual assault, and for those of you with weak stomachs. Put down the leftovers until after you've listened.
Indigenous Peoples Month Resources:
- Dig Deep (clean water)
- MMI Who is Missing (Missing and Murdered Indigenous People)
- Rethinking Thanksgiving Toolkit
- TikTok: Lance Tsosie/@modern_warrior__
- TikTok: Shina Nova
- Find out what native land you are on at Native Land Digital
Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @biopsychpod, and find us on Facebook too! Music by JayMan at https://bit.ly/2uWO2jO
49 min - S2:E3 – Britney Spears
Jordan and Kayla explore Britney Spears' conservatorship, including what lead up to her mental health crisis and why we should be taking a good look at how we treat these delicate situations.
Sources:
New York Times Presents: Framing Britney Spears; Controlling Britney SpearsFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @biopsychpod, and find us on Facebook too! Music by JayMan at https://bit.ly/2uWO2jO
55 min - S2:E2 – Who Killed Martha?
15-year-old Martha Moxley was murdered the night of October 30th, 1975 in the affluent town of Greenwich, Connecticut. Neither Martha nor her family have ever received justice. What happened to her on mischief night more than 40 years ago?
Sources:
- Murder in Greenwich: The Martha Moxley Case
- Murder and Justice: The Case of Martha Moxley
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Music by JayMan at https://bit.ly/2uWO2jO52 min - S2:E1 – Ant Hill Kids
We start this new season off with a bang. Everyone loves a good cult story.
CW: child abuse
Sources:
- LAVER, PAUL KAIHLA, ROSS. “THE ANT HILL KIDS | Maclean’s | FEBRUARY 8, 1993.” Maclean’s | The Complete Archive, https://archive.macleans.ca/article/1993/2/8/the-ant-hill-kids. Accessed 16 Oct. 2021.
- Wagner, Bonnie Lou. “The Deadly Messiah.” Very Bad Men, 3, 24 Sept. 2006, https://youtu.be/mowEU6uD2xs.
52 min - S1:E24 – Girl, Interrupted
Jordan and Kayla delve into the details of the film Girl, Interrupted, which came out in 1999 and is based on the memoir of the same name by Susanna Kaysen. The film takes place in the late 1960s and follows Susanna over the 18 months that she receives psychiatric treatment at a private mental health facility. We discuss history, diagnoses, and treatment, as well as our thoughts on the casting choices (RIP Brittany Murphy).
CW: suicide
Please remember that Jordan and Kayla are healthcare professionals, but not your healthcare professionals. If you or someone you know is is in imminent danger due to thoughts of suicide, contact 911 or your local emergency number.
Crisis resources: US: 800-273-8255 (press 2 for Spanish) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ to chat
- Text “home” to 741741
- For LGBT+ youth: 1-866-4-U-TREVOR
Canada: 1.833.456.4566 or text 45645
UK: +44 (0) 8457 90 90 90 for Samaritans UKFor a list of numbers in other countries click this link Resources and support for those who have loved ones struggling with suicidality can be found at this link.
Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @biopsychpod, and find us on Facebook too!
Music by JayMan at https://bit.ly/2uWO2jO58 min - S1:E23 – Love Has Won
Here's a doozy: we explore the inner workings of the Love Has Won cult, whose leader was recently discovered dead and mummified in Colorado. You can just say "partner," Amy, you don't have to call him "Father God."
Sources:
- Weird Reads with Emily Louise: The INSANE Story of the Love Has Won & Amy Carlson
- Ask a Mortician: Is it Legal to Mummify Your Cult Leader?
- Vice: Meet 'Mother God': The Leader of Love Has Won
- Rising Above Love Has Won
- Reddit: Love Has Won Cult
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Music by JayMan at https://bit.ly/2uWO2jO0 min - S1:E22 – I Love You, Now Die
We'reee baaack! In this episode, we break down the case of Conrad Roy and Michelle Carter. In 2014, Conrad was encouraged to complete a suicide attempt via text by his girlfriend MIchelle Carter. At the time, Roy was 18 and Carter 17. All info comes from the 2019 HBO documentary I Love You, Now Die: The Commonwealth Vs. Michelle Carter.
This episode was originally recorded on March 21, 2021
TW: suicide
Please remember that Jordan and Kayla are healthcare professionals, but not your healthcare professionals. If you or someone you know is is in imminent danger due to thoughts of suicide, contact 911 or your local emergency number.
Crisis resources:
US: 800-273-8255 (press 2 for Spanish) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ to chat- Text “home” to 741741
- For LGBT+ youth: 1-866-4-U-TREVOR
Canada: 1.833.456.4566 or text 45645
UK: +44 (0) 8457 90 90 90 for Samaritans UKFor a list of numbers in other countries click this link
Resources and support for those who have loved ones struggling with suicidality can be found at this link.Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @biopsychpod, and find us on Facebook too!
Music by JayMan at https://bit.ly/2uWO2jO0 min - S1:E21 – Extreme Haunts
Well, one extreme haunt in particular. Jordan and Kayla discuss the logic, ethics, and questionable decisions that go into running and participating in an extreme haunt. All info comes from the 2017 "documentary" (side eye) The Blackout Experiments, which you can find on Tubi or Amazon Prime Video.
CW: discussion of physical and sexual abuse
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Music by JayMan at https://bit.ly/2uWO2jO57 min - S1:E20 – Urban Legends
Jordan and Kayla both share their favorite urban legends. The podcast was coming...from inside the house!
CW: suicide
Sources:
- www.scaryforkids.com
- https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20150126-how-to-create-an-urban-legend
- http://home.iscte-iul.pt/~fgvs/Dundes%20bloody.pdf
- https://www.healthline.com/health/kidney-transplant
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About BioPsychoSocial
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A nurse and a therapist investigate all things weird, creepy, and criminal from a medical and psychological perspective.