A popular Twitch streamer was caught watching deepfake pornography of other female streamers. The psych guys discuss the evolution of pornography, its effect on mental health, addiction, and contemplate how new technologies will transform human sexuality as we know it.

This episode analyzes “Physical interventions to interrupt or reduce the spread of respiratory viruses,” a meta-analysis published in the Cochrane Library. This study collects data from various randomized controlled trials, with over 610,000 participants. We discuss how the use of masks can contribute to increased anxiety and share our thoughts on COVID-related delusions.

A mother is accused of strangling three of her children before she jumped out of a window in an attempted suicide at their suburban Boston home. This tragedy has sparked a national conversation about postpartum psychosis. We discuss the incident, postpartum blues/depression/psychosis, and provide insight into dealing with emotionally challenging cases.

California approves a bill to “punish” doctors who spread false information. Clinical psychologist Jordan Peterson could lose his professional license if he refuses social media re-education. The psych guys discuss medical censorship, concern of professional reprecussion, and the role of open debate in medicine.

The National Resident Matching Program (NRMP), also called The Match, places medical students into residency training programs all over the United States. Dr. Chun and Dr. Noone share what was important to them when making their rank lists and their perspective after completing a year and a half of residency. We debate the value of big-name programs, discuss the element of luck, and much more.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams announces a push to remove mentally ill homeless people from the city’s streets and subways. We discuss the expansion of involuntary commitment criteria, issues with psychiatric inpatient hospitals, and more.

China recently issued strict new measures aimed at curbing video game addiction which they blame for a host of social ills. Those under the age of 18 are now only allowed to play online video games Fridays, weekends, and holidays for one hour a day. Dr. Noone and Dr. Chun discuss these restrictions and the impact of video games in America.

Hikikomori is a condition in which those affected refuse to leave their parent's house, do not work or go to school, and isolate themselves away from society in a single room. Once thought to be a uniquely Japanese phenomenon, more young adults in America are also choosing self-imposed isolation.

Psychiatry is oftentimes considered to be the last frontier of medicine. Dr. Noone and Dr. Chun both share their personal experiences of loss, pain, resilience, and hope that led them to pursue this profession.

Antidepressant use in the United States continues to increase every year. Although helpful to many, some report severe withdrawal symptoms when attempting to discontinue use. Dr. Noone and Dr. Chun discuss the expectations, benefits, concerns, and more regarding antidepressants in this candid conversation.