Fainting Couch Feminists

Over the past 2.333 years there have been some amazing and super sweet guests on Fainting Couch Feminists! This episode is an audio highlight reel, featuring snippets from some of the best convos had on the show—like, ever! We've got insight from: Anne T. Donahue, Lisa Taddeo, Vivek Shraya, Alexandra Bischoff, Soraya Chemaly, Morgan Brayton, Jen Sookfong Lee, Stacey May Fowles, Mozhdah Jamalzadah, Anna Mehler Paperny, Megan Jones, and Jocelyn Tennant. They talk about bodies, anger, grief, politics, men, love, depression, pop culture, sex...and obviously lots more! Tuning in is A+ highly recommended.

We went back into the archives for an oldie but greatie! Join Mica as she chats with love experts Mandy Len Catron and Carrie Jenkins about love sweet love. Together, they answer questions from listeners about prioritizing (or not prioritizing) romantic love, how love and violence are linked through language, divorce, and relationship contracts that have nothing to do with marriage! Also please enjoy Mica's opening monologue, in which she roasts her former self and divulges details of her romantic past.

Poet Cara Nelissen's writing explores desire—but not the grand, romantic, gotta-have-you-now kind. She's more interested in pining, unrequited wanting, and the kind of bleeding love that makes us all feel kind of...pathetic. In this episode, Cara and Mica talk about queer pining, why Cara likes to discuss death on a first date, what *might* happen when you die, MAGIC, and why crows are kind of spectacular. Enter 2020 with a healthy does of love and death and magic! Also please buy Cara's chapbook, Pray For Us Girls (Rahila's Ghost Press), because it's beautiful and it will fill your soul with hope and longing and crow facts.

In this seasonally-driven solo episode, Mica lays on the table all her varied feelings about the holidays and attempts to charm you with stories of Christmas magic and mayhem. She discusses the very awkward encounter that proceeded the purchase of a new piece of furniture, examines the trope of horny old women in Holiday Baking shows, and explains why she believed in Santa Clause for an unfathomably long time.

Three years ago, Brandi Bird began experiencing some terrifying delusions. They believed their neighbour was building a bomb, their step-mom had been replaced, and people everywhere were out to harm them. Only recently did Brandi realize that what they experienced was psychosis—a highly stigmatized mental illness, and one we rarely talk about. In this ep, Brandi chats with Mica about what may have triggered their psychotic break, how they sought treatment in the psych ward, and the link between OCD and eating disorders. Brandi also discusses poetry, Indigeneity, the problem with words like "resilience." Also: buy Brandi's chapbook. It's called "I Am Still Too Much" (Rahila's Ghost Press) and it will knock your socks RIGHT OFF!

Musician Saffron A has always been an outsider. A songwriter with a clear sense of self, Saffron's clarity of purpose has often isolated her from the "in-crowd" but left her with a ton of creative fuel. She uses music to process and open conversations on tough stuff—sexual assault, trauma, and what it means to be truly resistant and resilient. In this ep, Saffron and Mica chat about why music has proved to be a more effective vehicle for justice than the actual justice system, how Saffron balances faith with feminism, and why a shaved head is a powerful thing!

Jess Taylor's new short story collection, "Just Pervs," explores women's desire and sexual taboo in strange, wonderful, necessary ways. In this ep, Jess and Mica talk about why we rarely think of women when we think of "pervs," and why hyper-sexuality is still viewed as sexual deviance when coming from women. Jess also chats about the challenges of presenting as bisexual, visible vs. invisible injury, her drag persona Dick Anderson (!!), and why she's never been afraid to talk about sex.

Caitlyn Sponheimer is a writer, filmmaker, and actor whose new movie, April in Autumn, explores the tension between fantasy and reality in grand romance narratives. Even if we dream of so-called "grand gestures," do we actually enjoy them in real life? Caitlyn and Mica also discuss typecasting and why they gravitate towards roles (whether in acting, writing, or real life) that allow them to rebel against stereotypes they're expected to embody. Also: the inspiration behind Caitlyn's short film, "Kitty's Naughty Knickers," the mythic allure of "finding yourself" through travel, and why a lot of Caitlyn's early acting role models were men. Oh, and go see April in Autumn in theatres! Info here: www.aprilinautumn.ca

Mona Awad is the author of Thirteen Ways of Looking At A Fat Girl as well as the new bestseller, Bunny, which dives into the sweet horror of mean-girl-groups in a truly dark setting: grad school. In this episode, Mica and Mona talk about the various ways women perform sweetness and for what reasons. Do we want power? Protection? A way to seduce? Or simply an exit strategy from an uncomfortable conversation? Also up for discussion: student-teacher power dynamics, how body image colours our everyday interactions, and why writing can be such a violent process. Plus, advice from an award-winning novelist (hello, that's Mona!) on how to get past writer's block.

Kelly S Thompson is writer and former Captain in the Canadian Armed forces. She's also the author of the brilliant new memoir, "Girls Need Not Apply," which delves into the highs and lows of her experience in the military. We're talking sexism, competition, anxiety, and...finding love! Mica and Kelly also get into how easy it is to accept or even replicate misogynist behaviour when all you want to do is FIT IN, in addition to how beauty and a want for validation intersect with military life. Also: what happens when your professional and romantic life intersect? How do you handle situations where everyone feels entitled to discuss your sex life? Kelly has some thoughts on it ALL.

Leslie Kern has a career you've probably never heard of but definitely need to know about! She's an urban feminist geographer and she's here to discuss why and how cities were literally not built to support women and other marginalized people. In this episode we talk about whether or not condos are feminist entities, why increased security doesn't mean increased safety, THE BATHROOM PROBLEM, and how street art affects a city's identity. Also, Mica rants briefly about her UTI and grosses everyone out. Also! Leslie's new book, Feminist City: A Field Guide, is out now and please buy it.

Power guest alert! Alexandra Cunningham is a showrunner, writer, and producer best known for her work on Desperate Housewives and, most recently, Bravo's Dirty John, where she is the showrunner aka THE BOSS OF EVERYTHING. Alexandra is shaping the true crime genre as we know it in pop culture, and so we chatted about why stories of murder and deception resonate so strongly with women, as well as how Alexandra is making the genre less exploitative. We also chatted about Alexandra's personal journey to becoming a force in Hollywood and what qualities she looks for when hiring writers for her shows. Plus, the cocaine-fuelled stage drama that started her career. There’s something for everyone in this juicy ep.

Alison Acheson is a writer and teacher whose latest book, Dance Me to the End, is a memoir of her time caregiving her husband, Marty, through ALS. In this episode Mica and Alison tackle questions like: is it possible to maintain romance in a relationship where one partner is dying? What's it like to re-fall in love with your spouse? What is a soul? And is there anything to glean from cliches like "live in the moment"? We also discuss viral trends (remember the ice buck challenge?) as a means for raising awareness. Are they effective or are they fuelled primarily by online ego? Both? Also, good news: Alison's book is out October 8th. Available online and at fine bookstores everywhere!

Chandler Levack is an award-winning journalist and filmmaker who is in love with Jonah Hill! (She interviewed him and the chemistry was HOT.) Chandler is here to talk about how being a film critic has helped her create better art, what it felt like to be a young female music critic (as in, a novelty) in the 90s, and the pros and cons of Twitter as a platform for cultural criticism. We also chat about her fear of birds, the VIFF debut of Feminist Live Reads (October 1st at the Rio in Vancouver!) and why it's important for women to tackle male perspectives in writing and film.

It's terrifying and abstract and it's coming for us all! That's right: we're talking DEATH, a subject Elle Kraljii Gardiner knows intimately, having been through multiple near death experiences herself. Most significantly, Elee had a mini-stroke in 2012, an event that profoundly impacted her life in every way imaginable—psychologically, physically, you name it. Now, Elee is releasing an anthology called "Against Death: 35 Essays on Living," where multiple writers reflect on what it means to be close to death. In this episode, Mica and Elee also chat about The Anthropocene (a new word Mica learned), what it means to be "in tune" with your body, and why even us cynical Sallies aren't ready to dismiss the power of positive thinking.

Writer and photographer Samra Habib was only 16 when she married her cousin (not by choice). Now she's here to talk about her memoir, "We Have Always Been Here," which follows Samra as she fights to free herself from various oppressive forces in her life, from faith to family to "straight expectations." In this ep, Samra also chats about the Queer Muslim Photo Project, her ongoing photo series that grapples with what it means to be Muslim and queer. Because queer Muslims have always been here; they just haven't always been visible.

Mica recently went to the Aritzia Warehouse Sale and it inspired her to think deeply about so-called basic bitches and whether or not this term can be reclaimed in a meaningful way(it can! probably!). Mica also discusses the bizarre nature of the warehouse sale and shares the results of her self-led investigation into where the leftover clothes go. Mica's efforts to solve this mystery include: embarrassing emails and unproductive phone conversations, all of which lead to some shocking insights that will change the way you shop forever!! Or not.

In this solo episode, Mica discusses the dilemma of unsolicited attention from men. How do you get out of a conversation you never wanted to be a part of in the first place? A quick exit should be easy (right??) but if you have an internalized people pleaser complex then maybe this complicates matters. Mica also discusses some fashion nightmares of yore and rips Jerry Seinfeld a new one because, frankly, he deserves it! Also included: why copywriting can be very satisfying work, even when it's not your art/passion/life's dream.

New York Times bestselling author Lori Lansens is here! In this ep, we discuss Lori's new book (This Little Light, out now) in relation to some anti-feminist atrocities such as Purity Balls (GROSS), sexist dress codes, and the pressure to achieve Happiness as a finite state. We also chat about why the Kardashian empire can be considered a feminist feat, how shows like the Bachelor are really just "emotional sport," and what happened when Lori got a call saying her daughter's bralessness was a "distraction" at school. Um, sir, our breasts our business!

Award-winning journalist Anna Mehler Paperny is here to discuss her new book, "Hello I Want to Die Please Fix Me," an absolutely must-read that chronicles her multiple suicide attempts, subsequent pursuit of treatment, and continuing quest for truth and insight as it pertains to depression—a disease that affects nearly one fifth of the population yet remains extremely misunderstood. In this episode, Anna breaks down why depression is still so "stigmatized" (a term we will fully unpack because it carries A LOT), discusses why disclosure of illness is so tricky, and tells us how journalism saved her life. She also offers some kind wisdom to fellow sufferers. You are not alone

Shopping is FUN. More tops! More dresses! More shoes! But how do we know when our love of shopping is becoming a problem, either in a personal or a larger, cultural sense? Writer, radio host, and shopping enthusiast Jael Richardson has some answers, which she's gleaned from her recent 360-day shopping detox. In this episode, Jael unpacks her own desire to consume, discusses how fashion and shopping relate to identity, and tells us what she's learned during the first 7 months of her detox! Photo cred: Arden Wray

The fabulous Rachel Jansen is back! Last year, Rachel went on a mushroom picking escapade to make some sweet cash and she’s here to answer some juicy questions like: why are people so obsessed with morel mushrooms? Why does mushroom picking turn so many people into assholes? And why is peeing in the woods so completely satisfying? We also chat about our competitive natures, how we feel as willing participants of the gig economy, and why Legally Blonde is an amazing film and don’t even try to tell us otherwise.

Anne T. Donahue is a writer, funny person, and pop culture critic who is here to chat about so many things we hysterical women care about! In this ep, Mica and Anne discuss intersections such as: pop culture and politics, identity and privilege, and twitter and mental health. They also enter VERY REAL AND PERSONAL territory to chat about addiction and its many complicated forms. There's the internet. Alcohol. Food. Work. How can we value ourselves without using our addictions as either crutches or measuring sticks of progress? It's tough. But we're trying. We're frustrated. But we're hopeful.

Conceiving a child isn't always a romantic process—especially for queer folks. There are doctors, donors, crinkly hospital gowns, stirrups (nooooo), and about a million questions you and your partner must navigate together. It can be a daunting process, which is why screenwriter Sara Graefe decided to create Swelling With Pride, an anthology of queer conception and adoption stories that captures just how complex (and beautiful, and heartbreaking) the process of bringing a human being into the world can be when you're not straight. In this episode, Sara discusses her own conception story along with the challenges and unique joys of queer motherhood. We also discuss representations of queerness on TV and why a queer character's sexuality needn't be their defining trait!

Summer is here and it's time to pump up some juicy jams! In this episode, Mica celebrates her love of pop by breaking down some summer bangers (Lizzo! Miley! Tove Lo!) that will lift you up and make you feel good as hell. Mica also discusses her past as a wannabe teenage pop star and plays a couple hot tracks from the album she recorded as a 17-year-old - yikes! Also featured: an angsty intro featuring thoughts on Chernobyl, which is a terrifying but important television program.

Lisa Taddeo is an American journalist and writer who spent the last eight years of her life studying how women and men navigate desire. The product of her research is the highly-anticipated "Three Women," a book that follows the sex lives of three women: Maggie, an 18-year-old whose alleged relationship with her former teacher has nearly destroyed her life; Lina, a wife and mother whose passionless marriage has driven her into an affair with her former high school sweetheart; and Sloane, a restauranteur whose husband likes to watch her have sex with other people. In this episode, Mica chats with Lisa about what it was like to immerse herself in other peoples' lives for nearly a decade, what she's learned about how men and women navigate desire, and whether or not you should ever uproot your life for love.

Mica basks in the afterglow of the Aly & AJ concert (which was amazing and a childhood fantasy come true) and launches into a discussion of allyship, activism, and our girl Taylor Swift, whose new music video, "You Need To Calm Down," has a lot of people wondering whether her allyship is authentic or a rainbow-coloured marketing strategy. Sure, Taylor's song is loudly anti-homophobic, which is great, but does she need to centre herself in the gay-rights narrative? Probably not.

New Yorks Times bestselling author and social change historian Linda Hirshman is here to discuss her new book, Reckoning: The Epic Battle Against Sexual Abuse And Harassment, which chronicles 50 years of feminist activism leading up to #MeToo. In her words, "it takes armies of activists pushing on the arc of history to bend it to justice and it does not just happen because someone sent out a hashtag." Linda also discusses the pros and cons of online activism (or "slacktivism") why we need to prioritize equality over freedom, and why she's been trolled HARD by both the right and the left. If you're interested in making real, tangible, feminist social change, this episode is a must-listen!

What exactly is happening with all this anti-abortion action in the US? Can states like Alabama really criminalize abortion, and what will happen if Roe v. Wade is overturned? Will Canada be impacted? These are just some of the questions Mica brought forth to Joyce Arthur, who is the executive director of the Abortion Rights Coalition of Canada. Joyce helped shed some light on the legality of abortion rights in the US and Canada, how important it is for pro-choicers to stay vigilant and make visible their politics, and why the language of human rights is such a powerful, dangerous tool within the anti-choice movement.

Anxiety is a bitch. So are drugs, apparently. A recent and terrifying experience with "greening out" causes Mica to take a look inward and unpack why her recent mental health has been a little shaky as of late. She then provides some handy tips for quieting the brain during times of stress and/or anxiety, which she hopes will be helpful to the pubic at large!

We're still talking about sexual assault because it's still happening. And although the #MeToo movement has motivated us to have important conversations about sexual violence and trauma, we hardly ever talk about the aftermath of sexual assault. How do survivors navigate their lives post-trauma? What helps them "heal" and "move on"? These questions are central to Jen Sookfong Lee and Stacey May Fowles' new anthology—Whatever Gets You Through: Twelve Survivors On Life After Sexual Assault—as well as to this week's episode. Tune in to hear writers and survivors Stacey and Jen chat with Mica about what has helped them recover (everything from online make-up tutorials to baseball!), why the language we use to describe sexual assault can be misleading, and what we can all do to make the world a kinder space for survivors.

Friend and TV writing goddess Jocelyn Tennant is back! This week Mica and Joss are chatting about all things TV, with a focus on three shows (Shrill, Pen15, and Fleabag) that they are currently obsessed with. Alongside these shows, they chat about the representation of fat women on screen, why "puberty TV" can be so cathartic for millennial women, and why Phoebe Waller-Bridge, the creator of Fleabag, is quite possibly the coolest person alive. Also included: a bonus musical number from the existential cooking show Jocelyn and Mica helped create.

Mica recently interviewed a lot of men about platonic love, and how they feel about saying "I love you" to their friends, and she is here to unpack her findings! Are there differences in how men and women express love to their friends? Sometimes, yes. Does that question assume a binary that is complete bullshit? Yeah, probably. And what exactly is the difference between a flippant "I love you," tossed out at a party, and an emotionally meaningful exchange? All these questions, and more, will be tremendously overthought on this episode!

Cardy Raper is a 94-year-old mycologist (basically, a mushroom scientist) who trail-blazed her way into a biology career when women scientists were almost unheard-of. In this episode, Cardy chats with Mica about what it was like to come of age in the 30s and 40s, what political activism meant to her in post WWII Chicago, and why mushroom sex is so completely fascinating. Cardy also explains why she thinks this generation may be the least happy of all the generations she's lived through, and discusses how she peaked in her 70s!

There's a common misconception that being a "real feminist" means prioritizing your career over your romantic life, but Mica is here to discuss why that's a load of bunk! Part of being a feminist is doing what makes you feel happy and empowered, and sometimes that means following your heart. In this episode, Mica examines the tension between feminism and romance, and recounts a particularly formative experience in which she "took a chance on love," as in, she fell hard for an Aussie and, after their three-day fling in Hollywood, decided it was a good idea to follow him back to Sydney and move in with him. So, yes, lots to unpack here.

Soraya Chemaly is the author of the critically-acclaimed book, Rage Becomes Her: The Power of Womens’ Anger, and that’s exactly what we’re talking about today: women’s anger, its power, and why this anger is often misunderstood and mistreated in society. We also chat about the tropes associate with angry women (eg. the “angry black woman,” the “crazy white lady,” and “the fiery Latina,”) and dive into how dangerous it can be—both personally and politically—for women to suppress their anger. Mica also confesses some discomfort she's been feeling over negative generalizations made about cis white men, to which Soraya responds that its important to consider who's discomfort we're choosing to centre. There is sooo much to learn in this episode. What an honour it was to have Soraya—a political and intellectual powerhouse—on the show!

Alix Ohlin has a very impressive resume. She completed her BA at Harvard, her MFA at the Michener's Center for Writers in Texas, and she's currently the Chair of the UBC Creative Writing Department. But beneath and beyond these accomplishments is someone who used to speak in antiquated pirate language, binge on Potato Smiles, and teach alongside Benedictine Monks (one of whom often had pockets full of bacon). This episode is about how Alix built her life as a writer, and why it's important to recognize our identities as multifaceted and ineffable. We also chat about kill shelters for books (nooooo), our relationships with failure, and why the 2016 election was especially mind-bending for Alix.

Katie Douglas's acting career began when she was just six years old, meaning she's been a part of the adult world for much longer than most 20-year-olds. She's starred in films that navigate difficult topics like sexual abuse and the captivity of girls and women, which begs the question: how do actors inhabit a traumatic narrative without becoming traumatized themselves? In this interview, Katie and Mica chat about the popularity (and power) of womens' dystopia, how the film and TV industry has changed since the #MeToo movement, and the pressure actors feel to "do stories justice."

Award-winning writer and novelist Sharon Bala is here! In this episode, we chat about how Sharon makes a living as a full-time writer and break down which sources of income are actually the most profitable and/or enjoyable. We also discuss Sharon's stint of housewifery in England, whether or not there's a difference between settlers and immigrants, and why writers should not give up on literary journals!

Born female, Lorimer knew he was a boy from the time he was only four or five years old. But Lorimer did not fully come to terms with his transness until he was 50 years old, at which point he chose to undergo gender reassignment surgery. Up until that point, Lorimer tried to ignore or suppress his gender dysphoria, living as a lesbian and working as a police officer in Vancouver's Missing Persons Unit, which, at the time, was investigating a horrendous series of murders that would culminate in the arrest of Robert Pickton, B.C.'s most prolific serial killer. In this episode, Lorimer discusses why his choice to transition was so difficult, why he became disillusioned with police work, and what it was like to be pregnant as someone who never identified as a woman. All of this and more is also in his new book, THIS ONE LOOKS LIKE A BOY, out March 31st!

Do you ever experience strange pains in your head (or your chest or other areas where vital organs are kept)and read them as signals of your imminent death? You are not alone! Join Mica as she recounts her history of catastrophizing about illness and spontaneously dropping dead. Mica also discusses her rather dizzying experience of being falsely diagnosed with a life-threatening illness, and she lets everyone know what recreational activities are most likely to get you killed. (Spoiler: base jumping is a very bad idea!)

Jessica Johns is perhaps the ultimate Kombucha mother, and she's here to explain exactly what Kombucha is, how her brewing practice creates community, and what it really means to live symbiotically. She also compares certain aspects of her booch-making practice to treaty-making in Canada and how treaties were (and are) meant to facilitate symbiotic relationships between Indigenous people and the Canadian government. Has that symbiosis been lost? Yes. But we've got some ideas for how to re-establish a culture of symbiosis—at least in our own lives, and on smaller scales. Join Jess and Mica for a discussion full of science, history, and probiotics!

Acclaimed actor and comedian Naomi Snieckus is here to give all the dreamers and doers out there a big hit of "don't give up." In this morale-boosting conversation, Naomi chats with Mica about how vital a positive attitude can be for those seeking success in entertainment, and how it's possible to "network" without being cringey or schmoozy or hollow. They also discuss the importance of intentionality and gut instincts, and Naomi dishes on what it's like to be married to her hilarious creative partner, Matt Baram.

In this Valentine's Spectacular, Mica dissects the culture's various feelings towards V-day and dives into her personal history with this truly embarrassing holiday. She also reflects on her first-ever boyfriend, "Martin," an aspiring Christian rock musician with a flair for dramatics, whom she dated in grade 12. Mica explains why she refused to kiss Martin throughout their awkward courtship and tells the story of when he serenaded her atop a cliff, which she proceeded to fall from.

One of Mica's all-time favourite people (Stacey Lambert, a videographer, dog fanatic, and feminist superhero) is here to share what advice she'd give her teenaged self, which basically boils down to "STOP PRETENDING YOU ARE STRAIGHT." Mica and Stacey also gab about the worst/best high school play of all time (in which Mica was forced to mime a sex scene), what it's like to come out as gay while playing a board game, and why they are unimpressed with the neoliberal capitalist patriarchy that is leading us to our certain doom.

Joyce McFadden is a psychoanalyst and the author of Modern Mothering, a book that explains how our relationships with our mothers affect our sexuality, as well as how the ways we learned about sex growing up have lasting effects on our self-esteem and sexual identity. Joyce also discusses how our feelings about masturbation and menstruation intersect with our feelings about our mothers, and why knowing the difference between a vulva and a vagina is more important than most people think. For Mica, this episode was extremely self-revelatory and she hopes it will be for you too!

Estlin Mcphee is a writer who grew up in the Bible Belt of B.C. in an Evangelical Christian household, and whose first queer role model was the fabulous and culturally disruptive George Michael. In this episode, Estlin discusses why George was so important to them growing up and why they will never get over their obsession with the Backstreet Boys. Estlin also discusses their genderqueer identity and why adolescence can be such a profound time for queer teens. This episode is a little pop culture, a little gay, a little spiritual, and a lot sweet!

Do you think New Years resolutions are dumb and pointless? Maybe they are, but still, what's the harm in trying to be THE BEST YOU? (That might be the cringiest thing I've ever written but let's drop the cynicism for two seconds because self improvement is actually a good thing.) In this episode, you'll hear all the ways I am trying to make myself a better, happier, more successful person in 2019, in addition to some tangents about mouse infestations, funereal singing, and as always, constipation. I also discuss my complicated feelings about going to the Sweat Dungeon (the gym) and regale you with a few musical outburst you didn't ask for. Happy New Year.

Mica was going to do a fun, light-hearted, holiday-themed episode but that didn't really end up happening. A recent nighttime interaction with a male stranger prompts her to recount times she has trusted strangers ill-advisedly. Anecdotes include: the time she was felt-up in a movie theatre and the time she followed a man into a bathroom naively because he had a "secret" he wanted to "share." The episode concludes with an environmentalist rant and the most depressing Christmas song of all time, The Cat Carol. This episode is best enjoyed with a large hot buttered rum and a cheap elf hat worn ironically.

Sophie Buddle has been a performing stand-up comedy since she was only 15, and after 9 years of grinding it out at open mics and comedy shows, she's now a writer for CBC's sketch comedy series, This Hour Has 22 Minutes. Oh yes, and her boyfriend also landed the same writing job at the same time in the same place. So things are going well. In this episode, Sophie and Mica discuss how she landed the gig, what it's like to be in a writer's room in 2018, and why the Louis CK drama has affected her very personally. Also covered: are comedians REALLY the worst people to date? And what escapist TV shows does Sophie recommend we indulge in? All this and more in this sweet treat of an audio program!

We all want our brains to feel good, but sometimes they are stubborn and silly and uncooperative and BLEGH WHY. Writer and wonder-woman Rachel Jansen knows all about this, and she's hear to give us the scoop on OCD, anxiety, and why getting medicated was the right choice for her. We talk about weed and why getting high may not always be the fun escape it's made out to be, and, finally, we dish on the digital age and whether or not mental illness is something we should be tweeting about constantly. Because what if we're complicit in our own suffering?! Come "hash" it out with us on the Fainting Couch!