Sarah High joins the culture shock offices for the very first time to teach MJ a thing or two about city livin'. We're not in Athens GA anymore as the gals discuss physical vs. audio literature, how Sarah finds serenity in unexpected ways, and of addressing mental health with parents of an older generation. 

Check out the amazing work Sarah and others are doing over at https://bookshop.org

If you like what you've heard, please rate and subscribe the podcast on your app/site of choice! 

Intro and outro music: "fluid" by Digital Kintsugi-

https://soundcloud.com/amantsecret/fluid

Cover art by: @digitalkintsugi

We recorded this Christmas episode right before sh*t hit the fan regarding the Omicron Variant of COVID-19. Enjoy a simpler jollier time as Sanna sits down in the therapy offices for the very first time to chat with Mary Jane. Not only are exclusive recommendations on the podcast but you'll also learn about topics you never expected to hear about such as: hardcore homeschool math and the hidden euphoria that is retail therapy. Wishing all listeners a very warm and happy season! 

Follow Sanna on Tik Tok, IG, and other socials- @sunnaerica

Check out Sanna's comedy team and their amazing content on Instagram: @feminineodor

Intro and outro music: "fluid" by Digital Kintsugi-

https://soundcloud.com/amantsecret/fluid

Cover art by: @digitalkintsugi

It's time to get the party started in the offices with first-time guest, NYC comedian and artist: Liv! MJ and Liv talk about being approached on the city streets, taxidermy mallards, and one of the biggest cult classic movies to emerge from the 2000's. 

Follow Liv's amazing Tik Tok content: @jewishmagician

Follow Liv on IG: @puking_unicorns

And just in time for the holiday season go check out Liv's original art for sale: https://www.etsy.com/shop/livalicandri

Intro and outro music: "fluid" by Digital Kintsugi-

https://soundcloud.com/amantsecret/fluid

Cover art by: @digitalkintsugi

It's time for Reverse Therapy! Mary Jane is in the hot seat as previous guest and longtime friend Will Fickett finds out what's going on with our wary host. Not a typical laugh-fest, expect awkward pauses and strange patterns of thought- this is as close to unadulterated therapy the show has ever been. Proceed with caution and take care of yourself.

Per Will's recommendation, be sure to check out: Healthy Gamer for helpful mental health resources! 

Follow the podcast on Instagram @cultureshocktherapycast so you never miss an episode. 

Intro and outro music: "fluid" by Digital Kintsugi-

https://soundcloud.com/amantsecret/fluid

Cover art by: @digitalkintsugi

The incredible Sunny joins the Cultureshocktherapy offices to have a lil trans party! MJ and Sunny address "The Closer", talk about stand-up from a trans perspective, and Sunny gives us amazing insight into her journey thus far. 

Keep up with Sunny's amazing Tik Tok content: @sunnylcomedy

Watch some of Sunny's stand-up on YouTube: Sunny Laprade

Intro and outro music: "fluid" by Digital Kintsugi-

https://soundcloud.com/amantsecret/fluid

Cover art by: @digitalkintsugi

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Mary Jane chats with a dear old friend! The friend isn't old, just their friendship. Actually, no, that's relatively young too... 

Mary Jane talks to Young Will on today's episode. He is one of the most fantastic people you'll ever meet and is making big moves in South Carolina. Here all about it and plenty more, in addition to an emotional matter we both thought would be important to have on this episode.

CW: Sexual assault, sexual trauma: 28:30 - 47:26

Check out the Children's Theater of Charlotte: https://ctcharlotte.org/Online/default.asp

Will helps build pipe organs! Learn more about the company he works with here: http://www.zimmerorgans.com/

Follow Will on Instagram: @episcopalian 

Intro and outro music: "fluid" by Digital Kintsugi-

https://soundcloud.com/amantsecret/fluid

Cover art by: @digitalkintsugi 

Mary Jane was therapized once again by a guest patient with unbelievable results. For Spooky SZN The Halloween Queen, Kate, joins the program for the very first time. The ladies have rousing discussions on the magic of Halloween, how hot Robert Pattinson continues to be, and offer up some killer holiday-themed recommendations! 

Follow Kate's production company on IG: @adjacencestudios

Follow the show's page on Instagram so you never miss an episode: cultureschocktherapycast

Intro music: "Ashes and Ghost" by Akira Yamaoka-

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7IvfMaLHFRQ&list=PLF3C30E438550E52A&index=7

Outro music: "Frankenberry Redux" by Chris Romano-

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YJDhDbLDxYI

Cover art designed by @digital_kintsugi on Instagram

It's time for another episode from the archives! The man of a thousand voices, Tom Schalk, joined us for his very first guest appearance on the show. The energy for this session was *intergalactic*. We debate about beloved fictional aardvark- Arthur, go over the ins and outs of growing up in New York, and rolling with the punches in the Days of Quarantine. Listen at risk of becoming sexier. 

Follow Tom ok TikTok: @TSchalk

Check out his official website for all your voice-acting needs: 

https://www.tomschalkarts.com/

Intro and Outro music- "fluid" by Digital Kintsugi:

https://soundcloud.com/amantsecret/fluid

Cover art designed by @digital_kintsugi on Instagram

Long-time listener/first time special guest, Sarah Mixon makes her first Culture Shock appearance! We had a great mix of constructive dialogue and good laughs. There was crying too, but I overpaid someone on Fiver to cut that sappy sh*t out. Listen to hear a truly tell-all therapy session that checks all your podcasting preference boxes. EVERY.SINGLE.ONE. 

Follow Sarah on IG: @mixymixon

And check out her comedy on Tik Tok: @sistergold02

If you need therapeutic assistance and would like to be mentioned on air email MJ at: [email protected]

Intro and Outro Music: "Poppers and Prosecco" by Kevin MacLeod-

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=72yo5VegRLI

Cover art designed by @digital_kintsugi on Instagram

I thought I knew my former co-worker, Maria Liatis, so well until this one-of-a kind therapy session revealed many new secrets and mysteries! Maria directs, writes, performs, and is a f*cking great friend to have. Listen to this week's episode to hear more about the Atlanta rat-race, how shy kids can get second chances and life with non-traditional cute n cuddly companions. 

Check out Maria's website:

https://www.marialiatis.com/

Follow Maria on IG to keep up with her latest projects: @marialiatis

Intro and Outro music: "Industrious Feret" by Kevin MacLeod:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7kkcRNCxw6c

Cover art designed by @digital_kintsugi on Instagram