Abby, Patrick, and Dan mark one hundred episodes of Ordinary Unhappiness! They start by looking back on the show’s run so far, and what they’ve gotten from engaging with psychoanalysis as a living body of knowledge, as a corpus of classic texts, as a way of seeing the world, and more. They then turn to the episode’s primary focus: a mailbag chock full of que ... Show More
Mar 7
136: Ideology and Family History feat. Jordy Rosenberg
Abby and Patrick welcome novelist and academic Jordy Rosenberg to discuss his brand-new novel, Night Night Fawn. Alternately hilarious and devasting, Night Night Fawn is written in the voice of Barbara Rosenberg, an embittered New York Jewish woman penning a deathbed memoir that ... Show More
1h 45m
Feb 28
135: Standard Edition Volume 2 Part 10: Studies on Hysteria, Part X: Daddy’s Daughter or Some Man’s Husband: Fräulein Elisabeth von R Continued Teaser
Subscribe to get access to the full episode, the episode reading list, and all premium episodes! www.patreon.com/OrdinaryUnhappinessAbby and Patrick resume the case history of Elisabeth von R. in the wake of her revelation of a previously unmentioned character – a would-be suitor ... Show More
4m 59s
Jun 2025
731. Narcissim Throughout History
In this episode, Krista welcomes Dr. Ramani Durvasula, a licensed clinical psychologist famous for her expertise in narcissism. On a mission to educate the masses about this high-conflict personality type, Dr. Ramani hosts the popular Navigating Narcissism podcast and has written ... Show More
14m 26s
Jul 2025
Psychoanalysis: Therapy’s Controversial Origins
Dr. Rick and Forrest explore the ideas, context, and legacy of psychoanalysis, the often-controversial origin point for modern therapy. They discuss psychoanalysis’ early history and key concepts like the unconscious mind, repression, inner conflict, and transference. Alongside t ... Show More
1h 32m
Sep 2025
Lessons, Paradoxes and Hard Questions For Building an Authentic Life
We chase alignment with our purpose, values, passions but can sometimes get a little lost on the way. Life has a scary habit of passing us by in a rush and Sam has just turned 35 years old and feeling very philosophical about the whole thing. We take a tour of some of the big pro ... Show More
40m 2s
Apr 2025
Melanie Klein, Symbol Formation, and Autism: A Psychoanalytic Conversation with Dr. Ben Morsa
<p>What happens when the ego fails to form a symbol? In this episode of Acid Horizon, we're joined by Dr. Ben Morsa, a clinical psychologist and psychoanalytic thinker working at the intersection of queer theory, neurodiversity, and mental health. Together, we dive into Mela ... Show More
1h 18m
Aug 2025
How the Ultra-Rich Think…and What They Fear
Evan Osnos has spent nearly his whole life observing the habits, values, and norms of the wealthy elite, from his childhood in suburban Connecticut to the years he spent reporting on the mega-yachts and underground bunkers of the U.S.’s richest citizens. This week, he talks to An ... Show More
55m 31s
Sep 2024
This Hypnotist Makes $45,000,000 A Year
This is the Jack Neel Podcast, where I discuss crime, business, and psychology with fascinating individuals. I've been absent for the past two years, building businesses and finding the direction I want to take with my content. During that time, I've sat down with several known a ... Show More
2h 24m
Sep 2025
Psychedelics and the structure of reality | Julian Baggini, Eileen Hall, and James Rucker
<p><strong>Truth, delusion and psychedelic reality</strong></p><p>Do psychedelics reveal hidden layers of reality, or are we simply tripping?</p><p>Psychedelics are back in the cultural zeitgeist, this time as a treatment for mental health issues. However, critics argue that psyc ... Show More
46m 51s
Apr 2025
#411 — The Victimhood Pandemic
<p>Sam Harris speaks with Scott Barry Kaufman about Scott's new book, <em><a href="https://amzn.to/42Is3JI">Rise Above: Overcome a Victim Mindset, Empower Yourself, and Realize Your Full Potential</a></em>. They discuss victimhood culture, narcissism and psychopathy, the personal ... Show More
31m 12s