Interview with a schizophrenic

Duncan Samarasinghe
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Interviews with people on the schizophrenic spectrum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Episode 57 - D from Tennessee

    08/23/2025

    Episode 57 - D from Tennessee

    We welcome D from Tennessee, in this episode. We discuss the nature of hallucinations, and how they react to the local environment. We remind the listeners that these conditions are made more difficult with powerful medication, that still only partially works. Music: Shady Neighbourhood - Ludvig Moulin #schizophrenia #truth #love Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    30 min
  2. Episode 56 - Sumit from India

    01/03/2025

    Episode 56 - Sumit from India

    Today we welcome Sumit from !ndia. Sumit has been experiencing psychosis & depression during his adult life. He feels it is linked with the stresses of his corporate career. He displays a reflective, philosophical outlook, and it was my privilege to hear his story. #schizophrenia #corporate #medication Music : Calm Binaural Meditation - Swedish Sound Therapy 00:00:30 - 00:00:48: Introduction by Duncan, introduction of guest Sumit00:00:49 - 00:00:57: Sumit shares his location and brief introduction00:00:58 - 00:01:24: Duncan discusses his travel experience in India00:01:28 - 00:01:59: Sumit and Duncan talk about travel routes and experiences00:02:10 - 00:02:26: Discussion about Kashmir's current situation00:03:21 - 00:19:05: Sumit shares his mental health journey and experience with schizophrenia00:19:06 - 00:23:38: Duncan reflects on the challenges of paranoia and psychosis00:23:39 - 00:25:59: Sumit talks about the influence of internet information on his delusions00:26:03 - 00:29:22: Comparison between mental health support in India and the UK; importance of family support00:29:23 - 00:31:47: Sumit discusses his career, corporate stress, and future plans00:31:47 - 00:33:10: Conclusion and plans for future discussions00:33:11 - 00:34:19: Discussion about podcast format and distribution00:34:34 - 00:37:10: Closing theme music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min
  3. Kendra - A discussion about sex & porn addiction

    12/30/2024

    Kendra - A discussion about sex & porn addiction

    Today we welcome Kendra, a therapist dealing with relationship issues due to Sex & Porn addiction. I feel this is increasingly relevant today, given its impact on the mental health of the global community. Kendra is based in North Carolina. #Sex #Porn #Addiction thehealinghearttherapycenter.com Music: Prime Time - Martin Klem 00:00:32: Introduction to the episode 00:00:35: Welcoming Kendra 00:00:38: Introducing Kendra's specialization 00:00:44: Clarifying the episode's focus 00:00:55: Discussion on sex and porn addiction's relevance 00:01:07: Kendra and Duncan exchange greetings 00:01:16: Weather conversation 00:03:04: Moving to Scotland and its weather 00:03:05: Kendra explains her profession and reason for contact 00:04:56: Effects of sex and porn addiction on mental health 00:05:40: Young generations and social skills 00:07:19: Impact of the pandemic on younger generations 00:10:05: Continuing challenges post-pandemic 00:10:56: Society’s pressure to remain youthful 00:12:08: Embracing individuality in modern society 00:14:13: Link between sex and porn addiction and mental health 00:15:06: Factors contributing to unhealthy sexual behaviors 00:17:45: Understanding normal sexuality over a lifespan 00:19:46: Societal judgments on sexuality 00:20:16: Schizophrenia’s impact on relationships 00:21:01: Kendra discusses her daughter’s mental health diagnoses 00:22:27: Supporting and advocating for individuals with mental health struggles 00:22:41: The unique gifts of those with mental health challenges 00:23:11: The experience of being a service user 00:23:38: Connecting with people with mental health conditions 00:24:04: The need for love and understanding for disabled individuals 00:24:48: The impact of societal norms on mental health 00:25:16: Self-acceptance and self-love 00:26:12: The influence of pornography on society 00:28:40: The fantasy world of pornography 00:29:56: Developing healthy coping skills 00:30:52: The taboos around sex and pornography 00:34:17: The isolation and disconnection tied to sex addiction 00:35:02: Recreational sex and its consequences 00:37:16: The effect of recreational sex on intimate relationships 00:38:14: Conclusion and invitation to return to the podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    43 min
  4. Episode 55 - Sarah from Arizona

    11/22/2024

    Episode 55 - Sarah from Arizona

    We welcome 30-something Sarah from Arizona today. She has a schizoaffective - bipolar type diagnosis. We discuss her mental health journey with a particular focus on the importance of prioritising sanity and the dangers of medication. #schizoaffective #sanity #medication Music: 6th Third Eye Chakra Kundalini Breathing - 369 ***************************************** ** Duncan's links: ** Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cX9UeI ** Homepage: https://iwasme.co.uk ** Youtube : https://bit.ly/460OkUl ** Patreon: https://bit.ly/3zCVPVf ***************************************** 00:00:27: Introduction to the episode 00:00:38: Introducing Sarah, the guest 00:00:58: Discussing the weather in Arizona and Scotland 00:01:44: Starting the interview with Sarah 00:02:04: Sarah's earliest symptoms and childhood experiences 00:03:27: Symptoms subside during adolescence 00:05:03: Psychotic break and delusions in adulthood 00:06:17: Researching symptoms and delusions 00:07:11: Pursuing a career in tarot reading 00:10:41: Realising psychosis and medication discussion 00:14:19: Struggles with balancing spirituality and sanity 00:17:18: Managing mental health with medication 00:19:05: Personal beliefs and thought processes 00:20:18: Introduction and initial discussion 00:20:47: Struggles with delusions and intrusive thoughts 00:21:20: The role of antipsychotics and accountability 00:21:56: Side effects of antipsychotic medication 00:22:22: Experience with Metformin 00:23:54: Weight gain and its impact 00:25:03: Considering new medication 00:26:35: Challenges with weight loss on antipsychotics 00:27:07: Long-term acceptance and common struggles 00:27:41: Conclusion and plans to catch up 00:27:56: Binaural beats for soothing the mind 00:28:19: Final thoughts and goodbyes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min
  5. Season 3, Books & Binaural Beats

    07/13/2024

    Season 3, Books & Binaural Beats

    Welcome to another solo episode. Duncan talks about Season 3, his books and his new therapy of pure high frequency binaural beats. Wisdom of a schizophrenic: https://bit.ly/4cCwOYR Way of a schizophrenic: https://bit.ly/3S4Nnoa Weight gain of a schizophrenic: https://bit.ly/3xS1Vkh Show notes Vol 1: https://bit.ly/3WljYsq Show notes Vol 2: https://bit.ly/4dib1WH Patreon: https://bit.ly/3zCVPVf Binaural Beats: https://bit.ly/3zDLLeX #schizophrenia #awareness #activism Music: Blue Asparagus - TAGE 00:00:30: Introduction to the episode 00:00:43: Season three overview 00:01:30: Format of season three and its focus 00:03:20: Previous guest: Ben Benjamin 00:04:28: Personal beliefs and perspectives on life 00:05:17: Preference for calm and honest conversations 00:05:31: Discussion of published books 00:07:01: First book: Wisdom of Schizophrenic 00:07:25: Second book: Way of a Schizophrenic 00:08:02: Third book: Weight Gain of a Schizophrenic 00:09:24: Impact of medication and daily life 00:11:01: Importance of understanding schizophrenia 00:12:58: Upcoming book: War of the Schizophrenic 00:13:52: Additional published works 00:15:12: Use of binaural beats for mental health 00:16:46: Medication for diabetes 00:17:26: Future guest interviews and feedback 00:18:28: Use of AI tool for transcripts 00:19:00: Closing remarks and future plans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    23 min
  6. Episode 54 - Ben Part 4

    06/22/2024

    Episode 54 - Ben Part 4

    Ben has returned for another episode. We discuss medication and the effects of schizophrenia as a child. We touch on the wider aspects of humanity including life on Mars. #medication #schizoaffective #projectstargate Music: Gamma Sines - Rocket Noise ***************************************** ** Duncan's links: ** Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cX9UeI ** Homepage: https://iwasme.co.uk ** Youtube : https://bit.ly/460OkUl ** Patreon: https://bit.ly/3zCVPVf ***************************************** 00:00:01: Introduction to the episode 00:00:12: Welcoming Benjamin back to the show 00:00:22: Discussing Benjamin's diagnosis and previous episodes 00:00:49: Brief update about Benjamin's current life and work 00:03:31: Talking about recovery and dealing with schizophrenia 00:04:08: Stigma of schizophrenia and media portrayal 00:05:12: Starting conversation regarding medication 00:08:44: Talking about medication adjustment and working with psychiatrist 00:09:41: Discussing patient-doctor relationship and the importance of being vocal 00:11:30: Discussing physical side effects of medication 00:13:16: Conversation about body weight and eating habits 00:15:17: Sharing about pre-diagnosis experiences as a child suffering from schizophrenia 00:17:16: Discussing how schizophrenia manifested during Benjamin's childhood 00:19:44: Challenges of diagnosing schizophrenia in children 00:20:27: Recalling possible hallucinations and psychosis episodes from childhood 00:21:44: Comparing childhood and current-day hallucinations. 00:22:08: Discussing the diagnosis of Schizophrenia 00:23:04: Role of triggering events in the onset of Schizophrenia 00:24:16: Discussion on the concept of triggering events in Schizophrenia 00:26:23: Living with Schizophrenia 00:27:05: Coping mechanisms for Schizophrenia 00:28:02: Spiritual contributions of those with Schizophrenia 00:29:40: Discussing theories about human origins and evolution 00:31:01: The connection between Schizophrenia and other energies 00:32:00: Exploring Schizophrenia from a perspective of nature and Shamanism 00:33:00: Conversations around ancient civilization on Mars 00:34:23: Exploring the possibility of humans being from another planet 00:36:19: The connection between spirituality and mental health 00:39:20: Understanding enlightenment 00:42:23: Realizations of mortality and the importance of making the world a better place 00:43:06: Closing the conversation and choosing binaural beats. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    46 min
  7. Episode 53 - Frank Part 3

    04/14/2024

    Episode 53 - Frank Part 3

    We welcome back Frank today. He was my first ever Guest, and is always interesting. We talk about his Paranormal Tour of America. Frank is creating a Youtube channel journalling his experiences. Frank's Website: https://bit.ly/4aXXHWh #schizophrenia #paranormal #psychosis Music: Binaural Alpha - Syntropy ***************************************** ** Duncan's links: ** Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cX9UeI ** Homepage: https://iwasme.co.uk ** Youtube : https://bit.ly/460OkUl ** Patreon: https://bit.ly/3zCVPVf ***************************************** 00:00:30: Introduction 00:01:16: Frank's Background & Arrival 00:01:36: Discussing Frank's Mental Health 00:02:45: Coping Mechanisms & Tools 00:03:23: Importance of Artwork for Frank 00:04:17: Embarking on New Projects & Travel Adventures 00:05:12: Frank's New YouTube Channel 00:06:07: Discussing Paranormal Activities at Bobby Mackey's Music World 00:08:12: Relation Between Paranormal & Schizophrenia 00:10:55: Visit to Bobby Mackey's Music World: Discoveries & Interpretations 00:13:49: Discussion on Protection from Negative Energies 00:19:22: Frank's Understanding of Synchronicities in Psychosis 00:22:57: Impact of Locality on Mindset & Energy 00:24:10: Explanation of Energy Vibrations 00:25:19: Discussion on low vibrational energy and near death experiences 00:26:19: Howard Storm's near death experience 00:27:13: Encountering spirits and concept of low vibrational spirit planes 00:28:06: Stories of encountering trapped spirits 00:29:19: Discussion on current low vibration and importance of caring for our energetic bodies 00:30:43: Importance of clarity and understanding when dealing with lower vibrational frequencies 00:31:33: Observations on ancient high vibrational creations like standing stones and pyramids 00:33:18: Significance of the internet in exploring and understanding paranormal phenomena 00:35:55: Closure of current discussion with an invitation for further exploration on UFOs and NDEs 00:36:36: Closing remarks and reference to Frank's YouTube channel 00:37:54: Mention of binaural beats in the podcast outro. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    41 min
  8. Episode 52 - Georgie Part 2

    04/05/2024

    Episode 52 - Georgie Part 2

    We welcome back Georgie for a second episode. Today we talk more deeply about her experiences with hallucinations. Hearing voices is a common symptom for people with schizophrenia, and it is still very much misunderstood. #hallucinations #rehab #schizophrenia ***************************************** ** Duncan's links: ** Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cX9UeI ** Homepage: https://iwasme.co.uk ** Youtube : https://bit.ly/460OkUl ** Patreon: https://bit.ly/3zCVPVf ***************************************** 00:00:00: Introduction and Welcome 00:01:51: Georgie starts to share her backstory 00:02:22: Understanding misconceptions about hallucinations 00:03:14: Emergence of voices and feeling a spiritual connection 00:04:07: The impact of voices on Georgie's life 00:06:29: Georgie's addiction and rehab experience 00:09:48: Shift to isolation and implications on mental health 00:11:13: Delving into Georgie's Schizophrenic Delusions 00:12:05: Hospitalization, Diagnosis, and Medication. 00:16:27: Struggle with diagnosis and returning to shared reality 00:18:36: Importance of diet and exercise in mental health 00:20:27: Embarrassment Georgie feels towards her hallucinations 00:24:57: Looking into the future, moving away from a spiritual path. 26:34: Personal Reflections and Overcoming Challenges 27:00: Discussion on Exercise and Care for Elderly Mother 27:56: Sharing Personal Stories and Hallucinations Experience 28:30: Closing Remarks and Future Plans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    29 min
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Interviews with people on the schizophrenic spectrum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Duncan Samarasinghe
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    63
  • Rating
    Explicit
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