SSRI’M OK
Join Dr. Bijan Zarrabi, a resident psychiatry doctor at Harvard Medical School, and Macey Isaacs, a stand-up comedian, as they conduct insightful interviews with experts in the field of psychiatry. With the help of comedians, they navigate discussions on topics such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, and more, aiming to debunk misinformation and demystify mental health. Their goal is to destigmatize these issues through a blend of expertise and humor, making listeners feel understood and supported. After listening, you’ll hopefully realize, “Wow, SSRI’m OK.” *Serious side effects may include laughter. In rare cases, healing may occur.
Episodes
In the Season 2 finale of SSRI’M OK, psychiatrist Dr. Bijan Zarrabi and comedian Macey Isaacs dive into imposter syndrome and how it shows up in their careers and lives.
We reflect on:
- Bijan graduating from psychiatry residency
- What screening questionnaires really are
- How imposter syndrome relates to this podcast
In this episode of SSRI’M OK, hosts Dr. Bijan Zarrabi, a psychiatrist, and Macey Isaacs, a stand-up comedian, talk about social media and what it’s doing to our attention spans. From flashlight metaphors to memory recall, they explore how attention works, what “brain rot” really means, and how to use social media more intentionally.
They dive into the science behind attention, including why multitasking can actually make it harder ...
Our guest Julian Stern has a show in Los Angeles on Friday, July 18th at The Crow. If you liked this episode and are in the area, please go see him live!
In this episode of SSRI’M OK, hosts Dr. Bijan Zarrabi, a psychiatry resident, and Macey Isaacs, a stand-up comedian, are joined by comedian Julian Stern—who shows up a little late, but jumps right into the deep end with us.
Julian opens up about what it’s actually like to live wi...
In this episode of SSRI’M OK, hosts Dr. Bijan Zarrabi, a psychiatry resident, and Macey Isaacs, a stand-up comedian, are joined by their favorite comedian and skeptic, Matt Durndak, to talk about the Mediterranean diet—and why it’s one of the best things you can do for your mental health.
They break down what the Mediterranean diet actually is (spoiler: it’s more than just olive oil and red wine) and why it’s considered the healthi...
Here is a special bonus episode! Dr. Bijan Zarrabi and Macey Isaacs were guests on the podcast "Misery Loves Mandy" for episode number 146 titled "Misery Loves Mental Health." We loved it so much that we wanted to share it here on our feed. Below are the show notes taken from Misery Loves Mandy.
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They are miserable about the stigma that antidepressants kill creativity, performance anxiety, and the struggle to stay productive wi...
In this episode of SSRI’M OK, hosts Dr. Bijan Zarrabi, a psychiatry resident, and Macey Isaacs, a stand-up comedian, talk about how to find a good therapist—even if you don't have insurance.
They break down the steps, starting with figuring out how you’re going to pay and whether you’re using insurance. If you're not, don’t panic—there are still affordable options like sliding scale therapists and training clinics.
Bijan shares ins...
In this episode of SSRI’M OK, hosts Dr. Bijan Zarrabi, a psychiatry resident, and Macey Isaacs, a stand-up comedian, are joined by fellow comic Mandy Martino (from Misery Loves Mandy) to explore the psychology of humor: 👉 Is humor always a healthy coping mechanism—or can it sometimes be harmful?
We dive into research on humor, mental health, and defense mechanisms, and explore how the jokes we make can reflect deeper emotional pat...
In this episode of SSRI’M OK, hosts Dr. Bijan Zarrabi, a psychiatry resident, and Macey Isaacs, a stand-up comedian, are joined by standup comedian Scotty Cav to talk about sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is surprisingly common, yet many people don’t even realize they have it. We break down exactly what sleep apnea is — a condition where breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep — and discuss the two main types: obstructive sleep...
In this episode of SSRI’M OK, hosts Dr. Bijan Zarrabi, a psychiatry resident, and Macey Isaacs, a stand-up comedian, are joined by the hilarious Leah Bonnema (The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Don’t Tell Comedy) for a deep—and deeply funny—conversation about boundaries. What are boundaries, anyway? They break it down with examples of physical, emotional, and time-based boundaries (yes, even Howie Mandel’s famous fist bump counts)...
Warning: There is talk of Santa Claus in this episode. Listener discretion advised.
In this episode of SSRI’M OK, hosts Dr. Bijan Zarrabi, a psychiatry resident, and Macey Isaacs, a stand-up comedian, delve into the concept of gaslighting—what it actually means and why people do it. They start by breaking down the origin of the term “gaslighting” and how it got its name before exploring the many tactics people use to manipulate ot...
In this bonus episode of “SSRI’M OK,” hosts Dr. Bijan Zarrabi, a psychiatry resident, and Macey Isaacs, a stand-up comedian, share practical tips for practicing self-care during the holiday season. Don’t forget to follow the podcast so you’re the first to know when Season 2 drops!
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In this episode of “SSRI’M OK,” hosts Dr. Bijan Zarrabi, a psychiatry resident, and Macey Isaacs, a stand-up comedian, delve into the fascinating intersection of mental health, diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI.) They are joined by Dr. Jason West, the DEI and Belonging chair at Brigham Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School.
The discussion begins by defining DEI and its essential role in ensuring that all individuals, regardle...
In this episode of "SSRI’M OK," hosts Dr. Bijan Zarrabi, a psychiatry resident doctor, and Macey Isaacs, a stand-up comedian, are joined by Dr. Saad Rahmat and comedian Jessica Saul for this follow-up episode. In part 1, Dr. Rahmat provided an insightful overview of ADHD, and now, in this episode, Jessica Saul shares her personal experience living with the condition.
The conversation dives into the challenges of dealing with anxiet...
In this episode of "SSRI’M OK," hosts Dr. Bijan Zarrabi, a psychiatry resident doctor, and Macey Isaacs, a stand-up comedian, are joined by Dr. Saad Rahmat. Dr. Rahmat is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Director of the Child Track in the BWH/HMS Psychiatry Residency Program, and Medical Director of Young Adult Mental Health in the Brigham Psychiatric Specialties. He is passionate about the d...
In this episode of "SSRI’M OK," hosts Dr. Bijan Zarrabi, a psychiatry resident doctor, and Macey Isaacs, a stand-up comedian, are joined by the perceptive Dr. Brendan Johnson. Dr. Johnson was a Visiting Research Scholar at Blackfriars Hall, Oxford, where he conducted research on 'the mental commons' and its enclosure as a paradigm for explaining worsening mental health in society at large. He is the co-host of the “Social Medicine ...
In this episode of "SSRI’M OK," hosts Dr. Bijan Zarrabi, a psychiatry resident doctor, and Macey Isaacs, a stand-up comedian, are joined by the insightful Dr. Nikki Haddad. Dr. Haddad's clinical interests and expertise encompass women's mental health, trauma, and couples and sex therapy.
Join us as we dive deep into Dr. Haddad's journey and discover what inspired her to specialize in couples therapy. We explore the transformative b...
In this episode of "SSRI’M OK," hosts Macey Isaacs, a stand-up comedian, and Dr. Bijan Zarrabi, a psychiatry resident doctor, are joined by Dr. Cynthia Peng. Dr. Peng, who treats patients with psychiatric conditions in the inpatient, consult, and outpatient settings, will discuss Major Depressive Disorder with a Seasonal Pattern, also known as Seasonal Affective Disorder. It’s getting warmer and MDD with a Seasonal Pattern is not l...
In this episode of "SSRI’M OK," hosts Macey, a stand-up comedian, and Dr. Bijan Zarrabi, a psychiatry resident doctor, bring a unique blend of humor and mental health insights. They are joined by Dr. Deborah Park, a resident psychiatrist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, to explore the intersection of religion, psychiatry, and happiness. Later, they are joined by comedian Matt Durndak to present the side of a skeptic. The conversati...
In this episode of "SSRI’M OK," hosts Macey, a stand-up comedian, and Dr. Bijan Zarrabi, a psychiatry resident doctor, bring a unique blend of humor and mental health insights. They are joined by Dr. Montie Meyer, staff psychiatrist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, to delve even deeper into the world of SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors). The conversation touches on the science behind SSRIs, their effects, and common ...
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