Neurotica

CW/TW: Today's episode feature themes related to domestic abuse and may be difficult for some listeners. We were lucky enough to speak to Nina Freeman (@PersocomNina) to discuss her new game "Last Call" and the process behind turning trauma into an interactive story.

Among a growing landscape of content surrounding serial killers, we invited Cody's girlfriend and resident true crime podcast fan, Meg to help Bobby and Cody address the wider implications of this growing media and whether paranoia is really always a bad thing.

After a bizarre NBA media day, Bobby and Cody reflect on the players' opinions and how fans will feel about their favorite player speaking out against vaccines.

Bobby and Cody both stepped foot in an office for the first time in over a year and we discuss the game Fortnite's confusing display.

The boys analyze whether dreams are still possible while Bobby deals with his own crushing blow.

Two of the biggest stories in sports right now include women breaking the rules, Rachel Nichols and Sha'Carri Richardson, but while one rule is clear and another is murky, Bobby and Cody attempt to analyze and contrast the scrutiny each has received, whether fair or not.

Our old friend Swelly (@ChipSwelly) comes straight from nature to our new studio to tell us what it's like to be an introverted nature lover during the pandemic.

This week we dive into a strange idea. What if you enjoyed you nightmares so much you never wanted to leave. What kind of sadistic human would like that? Listen as we dive deep on nightmares, lucid dreaming, and more!

We ask our good friend Chris Jones (@AH_Pod) to join us as we talk baseball outside the lines touching on the Phillies degenerate center fielder, moving the All-Star Game, and player stereotypes.

Our friend Bobby finally takes the big leap while Cody shares his unedited plans for stealing the Declaration of Independence.

A new president is in office and our boys are back but everything seems a bit backwards. We talk redditors vs hedge-funds as well as life updates from our hosts... and it won't be what you expect either... or more who you expect.

We invite Trill Withers (@TylerIAm) on to talk about the mental challenges of taking a leap of faith and the anxiety that can drive you. We also dive deep into the online community he's built and his own work to give back!

With economic troubles peaking in the American household, Cody and Bobby reflect on the situation as well as Cody's experiences as a squatter. Both look forward to what will happen next why trying to understand how we ever got here.

Cody transitions to a new anti-depressant but must ween off his old meds before he's allowed. He didn't realize the withdrawal just might kill him. TW/CW: Suicidal Idealization

As we try to comprehend how far we've been in quarantine we start to realize the main source of our mental struggles come down to what we are able to access and how we cope when even time is not in our grasp.

Sports have returned but not all were created equal in their return plans. We talk about what the NBA and NHL got right, what the MLB got wrong, why the NFL will never happen and all of the mental aspects of being a fan not so sure this should be happening?

Cody drops some life updates that were a little different due to COVID-19 but neither he nor Bobby can quite grasp time around them as try to comprehend another month spent in quarantine.

Bobby and Cody share their protest stories as well as some of their views on police, and some of the key moments across the nation.

Cody talks about catching Corona Virus while Bobby chimes in on how he has broached his breaking point as we check in with the guys during stressful times.

Cody discusses unemployment during the pandemic and joins Bobby in discussing the various people affected and how some celebrities are ok to put the camera down.

Bobby and Cody spend more time in quarantine and wonder if this was the end how would've they wanted to go out.

Bobby and Cody link up directly for the first time in weeks for their quarantined locations and discuss how they've been feeling.

HEAVY BOJACK HORSEMAN SPOILERS: Bobby and Cody talk about how a cartoon horse came to mean so much to them but first Cody explains how one classic film and

As fear over the Coronavirus grows, Bobby and Cody examine the ripple effects seen through all of society.

Today's podcast might sound like any other: 3 middle class white males complaining about money. But their journey's there weave in and out of the lower class so differently yet they share a common hope they don't fall again. One wrong move... and it could all crumble.

HEAVY SPOILERS: Bobby and Cody discuss the series finale of The Good Place as well as the episodes along the way that made not only this TV experience truly unique but how it impacted them and the way they see the world.

Bobby and Cody get to the bottom of Cody's own stigma against smoking weed by telling their interactions with the drug in the past and how that shaped their feelings towards drugs in general.

After a frustrating night of the entirety of the Iowa caucus, two white guys with a podcast complain that no one is listening to them. Ok it's deeper than that... does any average middle class citizen really have a voice? TW/CW: The episode includes a pre-warning before discussing a rape case as well as anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric.

This week we talk to Max (@MaxOnTwitter) and ask how does a man living in Philadelphia running the account for the city's basketball team @sixers end up as a therapist in Seattle? It all makes sense when you go beyond the social media and that's exactly what we do on this week's Neurotica.

Bobby starts his new job in Philly and begins reaping the benefits of a short commute while Cody reminisces on his similar move.

We're back for the new year and we answer the hottest question in America! How is Cody filling his time halving his social media and will Bobby claim anything happened to him??? Oh and the potential start of World War III to begin the decade.

Bobby and Cody pick up where they left off talking their most impactful artists of the decade through only their own personal experiences. This episode each host reveals their cheat (artist or album not made in 2010-2019 but had an impact on us when we discovered it this decade) and our artists of the decade.

Cody and Bobby look back at the decade that was and explore the artists and songs that defined their journeys from boys to man-boys.

After surviving the first round of holidays by the skin of a trash turkey, Bobby and Cody dread what is on the horizon as they navigate the minefield of bad family political debates, gift shopping, and the dying Christmas joy in their cold, cold hearts.

This week we let the boys just scream a little about politics after some heavy weeks and spend too much time in the mayo.

Cody feels the affects of a difficult week and Bobby tries to help him navigate.

For all our Troop Loops™ out there, we talk to Stephen (@TangoGolfKilo) about his journey and life as a gay man in an open relationship as our hosts get their first chances to Q&A everything they've been dying to know about life in a polyamorous relationship.

The boys explain how they missed a week of recording despite an extended weekend in the name of self care and Cody explains how good things do not always means good feelings.

Steph Driver (@StephaliciousD) is no stranger to be told to die and her harassers almost got their wish... but she lives! And she came on the show to talk about how she has overcome in her journey to become one of the most powerful women in hockey media.

Pitchfork caused a stir with their top 200 ranking of albums and songs of the last decade. Who cares? Bobby and Cody discuss why maybe you shouldn't and why time is important in a much different way.

Bobby and Cody had big dreams they were too afraid to go all-in on... SMART MOVE. Listen as they explore the worlds they could have lived in and why it might be better that they played it safe.

Cody has a mental block... about blocking. Cody dives into his past and Bobby says a few words.

Last weekend Cody attended a beautiful wedding and yet something is off. Bobby tries to help him navigate his strange feelings about marriage, death, being the messiest binch, and more on this week's Neurotica.

After an abrupt retirement from the NFL, the sports world was left confused by the retirement of star Quarterback Andrew Luck. But should they be? We dive into what may be the biggest mental health decision we've seen publicly by an athlete while exploring some other cases along the way.

Ahead of her upcoming album and tour, Sofia (@HarmonyWoodsPA)comes onto the pod to discuss music, life, and a literal road on the horizon as we dive into her head on this week's Neurotica. Make Yourself at Home comes out October 4th and you can find tour dates here: https://harmony-woods.squarespace.com/

Neurotica hosts its first live episode from the National Liberty Museum and is once again joined by Erin (@ebrownie) for The Philadelphia Podcast Festival! This episode explores the difficulty of pushing through with a passion despite the demands of every day life often further derailed by depression.

Cody returns from his beach vacation where a psych appointment awaits. Our hosts breakdown the visit and what the doctor prescribed for Cody on his journey to a clear mind. Meanwhile, Bobby helps plan the next live episode. If you would like to donate to our friend Trish please use the link below: https://www.gofundme.com/f/healtrishnow/contact/organizer

After surviving their first live episode, the boys are back at home where Cody is having trouble surviving himself. We talk about his upcoming psych visit and a potential new career?

Our man Mitch (@lynyrdsremmurd) came all the way from Sacramento just to record this podcast! Oh and to restart his life after a few years of discovery on the west coast. We talk through the twists and turns of not only his road trip but the events that proceeded it on this week's Neurotica!

James (@getcerebral) has been dealing with it his entire life. But it's what you don't see that's bothering him. This week we asked James to tell us how his physical disabilities are very much tied to his mental health.

This week we slow it down and check in with our hosts after their near death experience and the upcoming events that make them wish it had come to fruition.