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Mad in America: Rethinking Mental Health

Mad in America
Mental Health
Psychiatric Drug Withdrawal
Polypharmacy
Radical Acceptance
Psychiatry
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Madness
Grief
Resilience
Mental Health System
Psychiatric Treatment
Psychological Humanities
Mental Illness
Dysfunction
Guardianship
Arts and Humanities
Narrative Psychology
Dementia
Evolutionary Psychology
Philosophy

Welcome to the Mad in America podcast, a weekly discussion that searches for the truth about psychiatric prescription drugs and mental health care worldwide. Hosted by James Moore, this podcast is part of Mad in America’s mission to serve as a catalyst for rethinking psychiatric care. We believe that the current drug-based paradigm of care has failed our society and that scientific research, as we... more

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On July 21st 2025, the FDA convened a hearing on maternal use of antidepressants during pregnancy and the impact this use has on fetal development. Around 400,000 children in the United States are born each year whose mothers took antidepressants whi... more

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Frank Gruba-McCallister is a clinical psychologist, educator, and scholar whose career spans more than three decades of teaching and academic leadership. 

He served as Vice President of Academic Affairs at Adler University, where he helped to reori... more

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John Ioannidis is a Stanford professor, a physician, and one of the most eminent scholars in the world in the field of evidence-based medicine.

Ioannidis has spent his career exposing the weak foundations of much of modern medicine. His 2005 paper,... more

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Talia Weiner is a psychological anthropologist, licensed professional counselor, and assistant professor of psychology at the University of West Georgia.

As a medical and psychological anthropologist, her work focuses on the intersection of social-... more

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Recent Guests

Frank Gruba-McCallister
Clinical psychologist, educator, and author
Episode: Psychotherapy, Spirituality, and Democratic Socialism: A Conversation with Frank Gruba-McCallister
John Ioannidis
Eminent scholar in evidence-based medicine and research integrity.
Stanford University
Episode: Science Under Pressure, Humanity at Stake: An Interview with John Ioannidis
Talia Weiner
Psychological anthropologist, professor at the University of West Georgia, and author of 'Therapeutic Inequalities'
University of West Georgia
Episode: Therapy in the Age of Abandonment: A Conversation with Psychological Anthropologist Talia Weiner
Jaakko Seikkula
Psychologist and developer of Open Dialogue Practice
Keropudas Hospital, Finland
Episode: Is Dialogue the Best Medicine? A Conversation With Jaakko Seikkula
Stijn Vanheule
Clinical psychologist and professor at Ghent University, author of "Why Psychosis is Not So Crazy"
Ghent University, Belgium
Episode: Why Psychosis Is Not So Crazy: A Conversation with Stijn Vanheule
Nelson Lee
Therapist and mental skills coach with a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling and an MBA, navigating antidepressant withdrawal after being on medication for 15 years.
Episode: A Therapist Navigating Antidepressant Withdrawal: Nelson Lee on the Power of the Present Moment
Dr. Laurence Kirmayer
A prominent Canadian psychiatrist known for his pioneering work in cultural psychiatry and indigenous mental health.
Episode: The Poetics and Politics of Our Mental Health Metaphors: An Interview with Laurence Kirmayer
Jeff Sugarman
Professor Emeritus in the Education Department at Simon Fraser University
Simon Fraser University
Episode: Psychology, Personhood, and the Crisis of Neoliberalism: Jeff Sugarman on Theoretical and Critical Psychology
Mick Cooper
Professor of counseling psychology and author, focusing on the intersection of psychotherapy and social justice
University of Roehampton
Episode: Psychotherapy and Social Change: Mick Cooper on Counseling, Pluralism, and Progressive Politics

Host

James Moore
Host engaging in critical discussions about psychiatric care, often accompanied by expert guests who share their insights and lived experiences regarding mental health.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 346 ratings
  • Life-Giving.

    Life-Changing….this organization’s work has been to me. This podcast makes it even more accessible for my disability. Thank you 🙏for doing work that matters, and for seeking (and succeeding) to do it well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TemptingTheMuse
    United States23 days ago
  • very valuable podcast

    I have texted many episodes to people whose families are told the same “no cure, lifelong medication story” that many doctors follow. This podcast gives alternative views and perspectives and solutions that have helped people I know recover. The focus is on recovery not treatment. Thanks for these podcasts !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sat88&&
    United States3 months ago
  • Life-changing for long-term medication users

    This podcast is a salve for people like me who feel alone in the psychiatric journey after spending the past two decades wrestling with medication. I was looking for a show that would serve as both a reference as well as a confidence booster as I try to taper off psychotropic drugs for good. The hosts ask great questions and the carefully curated guests are smart and informative. I love that this show doesn’t undermine the intelligence of its listeners by dumbing down the subject matter. Thank y... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Genesee10
    United Statesa year ago
  • Outstanding

    When you hear the truth, you know it. It resonates deep inside. Every word of every podcast is an amazing journey. Into the world of truth and hope for our society. This podcast has changed my life.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    +ORBIT
    United States2 years ago
  • Manic depression and melancholia

    Were described long before there were drug companies. Lithium as a treatment for manic depression was discovered by a doctor trying to help suffering people.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Bunny Cub
    United States2 years ago

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The podcast is praised for presenting a variety of perspectives, fostering a sense of community among listeners advocating for change in mental health practices, while others express concerns about potential biases in the discussions.
Listeners appreciate the informative and empowering nature of the content, highlighting its focus on personal experiences with psychiatric care. Many express gratitude for the supportive discussions surrounding antidepressant withdrawal and mental health advocacy. Some appreciate the critical examination of mainstream psychiatric narratives and the importance placed on lived experiences.

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Psychotherapy, Spirituality, and Democratic Socialism: A Conversation with Frank Gruba-McCallister
Q: How did you come to see social responsibility as an imperative part of developing clinicians?
He realized that many people who faced distress were not pathologized correctly and that systemic issues like poverty and inequality significantly impacted mental health, prompting him to advocate for a shift in clinician training towards social responsibility.
Psychotherapy, Spirituality, and Democratic Socialism: A Conversation with Frank Gruba-McCallister
Q: What first drew you to psychology, and what were some of your early experiences that shaped your sense of what psychotherapy is?
Frank discusses his troubled background and early exposure to psychological issues in his family, highlighting how personal experiences led him to pursue psychology as a means to understand his own struggles.
Science Under Pressure, Humanity at Stake: An Interview with John Ioannidis
Q: What were some of the earlier issues in amazing trials around antidepressants?
Research has typically been small studies of short duration with outcomes that are not hard outcomes.
Therapy in the Age of Abandonment: A Conversation with Psychological Anthropologist Talia Weiner
Q: What is the cybernetic model of agency?
The cybernetic model emphasizes understanding individuals as part of broader systems and relationships, moving away from individualistic ideologies of control.
Therapy in the Age of Abandonment: A Conversation with Psychological Anthropologist Talia Weiner
Q: Can you describe this self-management project as self-defeating?
Self-management can become self-defeating as it often leads patients to doubt their own emotions and decisions, creating uncertainty instead of clarity.

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Engaging in critical discussions surrounding psychiatric care, the focus is placed on the shortcomings of the current drug-based treatment paradigm and the need for an urgent reevaluation of mental health practices. Episodes feature insightful interviews with a diverse range of experts, including psychologists, researchers, and advocates, who explore various topics such as antidepressant withdrawal, the impact of socio-political dynamics on mental health care, and innovative therapeutic frameworks. Notably, the exploration of lived experiences in conjunction with scientific research fosters a comprehensive understanding of mental health challenges, encouraging a collective reevaluation of conventional psychiatric practices in favor of more ... more

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2. John Ioannidis
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