That's Our Time

Macey and Bijan sit down with Sam Skolnik to discuss being on time, graduating from therapy, and the meaning behind the lyrics of "Choosin' Texas."

Sam Skolnik, from the small town of Petaluma, CA is a stand-up comedian and actor now based in Los Angeles. He has appeared in the series' MONSTERS on Netflix, Doctor Odyssey on ABC, I'm A Virgo on Amazon Prime as well as a role in the HBO Max film Freaky Tales and ...

Macey and Bijan sit down with Brittany Ross to discuss her 6 year old daughter's extensive morning routine, the dark side of moms groups, and slapping people at the grocery store. 

Brittany Ross is a Los Angeles based standup comedian, actress, and writer who is celebrated for her dynamic performances nationwide. A regular at the iconic Hollywood Improv and Don’t Tell Comedy shows, she tackles culture and identity with her uniqu...

Macey and Bijan sit down with Yang to discuss her relationship with her landlord, her experience with echolalia, and the moments when mirroring facial expressions can get her into trouble. 

Yang is an LA-based comedian who recently performed at the Flyover Comedy Festival and opened for Beth Stelling. She has intrusive thoughts and struggles with normal social cues. She should be studied and examined for anthropological research, bu...

Macey and Bijan sit down with Kari Assad to discuss how cannabis can take away your dreams (literally and metaphorically), why she feels stuck in her life right now, and the fact that none of her lovers went to college. 

Kari Assad is a Mexican-Lebanese comedian and writer based in Los Angeles. She is the co-host of the popular show Mermaid Comedy Hour at the Hollywood Improv. Her silly and relatable content has been featured on the...

Macey and Bijan sit down with Audrey Stewart to discuss ADHD, medication shortages, and making a Kia explode.

Audrey Stewart is a Los Angeles-based actress and stand-up comedian. She is a regular at the Hollywood Improv, Laugh Factory, and is currently in development at the World Famous Comedy Store. She also performs at clubs around the world. In 2023, she was named a New Face at the Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal, Canada, an...

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...

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!

Resources Mentioned:

• https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9873947/
• https://www.calm.co...

Thanks for listening this season! We cannot wait for season 2! For updates on future episodes, follow us on X or Instagram @ssrimokpod. In the meantime, feel free to send in your mental health questions or topics you'd like discussed in our next season.

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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...