Best Jenn & Marissa Podcasts (2024)

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Men's Mental Health and Treatment Access with guest Eric Pothen 58:32

1M ago58:32

58:32

Joy and Adam welcome guest Eric Pothen to talk about his work as an ED Recovery Coach, how that integrates within the team-based recovery model, and the unique issues men experience in treatment access.By Joy Nollenberg and Adam Pope

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The "Terminal Anorexia" Controversary 1:10:53

5M ago1:10:53

1:10:53

This episode we're addressing the problematic proposal of a "terminal" stage of anorexia. All-star guests Sam and Marissa are with us again to share their expertise about the controversial criteria and the effects it may have on those being treated. Sam, Marissa, et. al. "Inaccessibility of care and inequitable conceptions of suffering: a collectiv…

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Neurodiversity and Eating Disorders with Sam and Marissa 45:02

6M ago45:02

45:02

Sam and Marissa are back to talk about how treatment centers too often fail neurodivergent patients and how we can better support those struggling to find treatment. Their work and information can be found at: FEDUP - Fighting Eating Disorders in Underrepresented Populations: A Trans+ & Intersex Collective https://fedupcollective.org/…

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Intersex and Trans with ED: Treatment Access and Provider Gaps with Sam and Marissa 41:03

7M ago41:03

41:03

Joy and Adam talk with guests Sam and Marissa about being intersex and trans. What it means, how they seek equality in treatment and find knowledgeable providers, if any. This is the first episode in our three part series with Sam and Marissa. Their work and information can be found at: FEDUP - Fighting Eating Disorders in Underrepresented Populati…

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Helpline Staff Continue to Organize 56:44

11M ago56:44

56:44

We follow-up with former NEDA helpline staff and talk about the future of services. We also lampoon a comically out-of-touch internal memo and how enormous privilege can exacerbate the Dunning-Kruger effectBy Joy Nollenberg and Adam Pope

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NEDA’s Mental Health Chatbot Wreck: We Interview Former Staff 58:32

1y ago58:32

58:32

Joy and Adam talk about the controversy around union busting and AI job replacement at the nations most notable eating disorder non-profit. We got receipts ya'll! We've also got former NEDA helpline workers with us to share some if that sweet tea you only get from inside sources.

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Purity Culture and Eating Disorders w Amee Severson 40:27

1y ago40:27

40:27

Joy and Adam, with returning guest host Amee Severson, share stories of their religious traditions and how those experiences affected their eating disorder recovery. Processing and overcoming religious guilt as well as adapting to one's body after realizing the harms of purity cultures are discussed. Our hope is for those religious and non-religiou…

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Raising Intuitive Eaters? but... but... kids need structure! with Guest Amee Severson, RD 38:58

1+ y ago38:58

38:58

Our first of a two part episode with dietitian and author Amee Severson, Joy and Adam discuss her co-authored book, How to Raise an Intuitive Eater, and the challenges of getting buy-in from parents, "My kids would never eat veggies and they’d eat only candy all the time if i ever tried that!!!". Fun Fact: Kids need to be exposed to a food approx. …

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"Can I be Vegan in treatment?" with Jenn Friedman 49:24

1+ y ago49:24

49:24

Joy and Adam talk with Jenn Friedman MA, MHC-LP about her new book, Veganism and Eating Disorder Recovery. It's a frank and enlightening conversation about the what harms happen in treatment centers when trauma is not treated, rather, often the individual seeking accommodation mat become a victim of a one-size-fits-all system. In addition to being …

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All or Nothing Moderation: Addiction and Sobriety in Eating Disorder Recovery 44:27

1+ y ago44:27

44:27

Joy and Adam talk about the frequent crossover of addiction/ substance use and eating disorders. Why do these two seem so frequently co-occurring? And what does treatment look like for individuals who want to get clean and go to ED treatment at the same time. Adam shares his personal experience doing two treatments at the same time. Joy shares her …

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Finding long-term recovery: You can do it, too! 45:38

2y ago45:38

45:38

Joy and Adam share what eating disorder recovery looks like for them. and honestly I don't think we talk about food at all. we also have an update on the survivor coalition!By Joy Nollenberg and Adam Pope

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The Eugenia Cooney Episode 39:19

2y ago39:19

39:19

We've had a few questions and requests about this one. Joy answers all of Adam's inquiries, like who is Eugenia? How is Eugenia? and WHERE ARE HER PARENTS!??!? Also, Joy regales us (again?) with stories of early LiveJournal pro-ana content and how these seemingly lawless boards created space for individuals to express themselves and share/work thro…

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Welcome to the Survivor Coalition 33:51

2+ y ago33:51

33:51

Joy and Adam, along with guests Maddy and Hanna, lay out a road map for a survivor advocacy coalition and talk about what they have planned for the community and how we as survivors can achieve a seat at the table where decisions are being made about our future, health, and treatment.By Joy Nollenberg and Adam Pope

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Journey to the Heart - A New Musical Preview 3:28

2+ y ago3:28

3:28

Support Journey to the Heart Here: bit.ly/supportjourneytotheheart In a world where everyone shares a tattoo with their soulmate, you'd think falling in love would be easy. Journey to the Heart follows three best friends as they go on an adventure of a lifetime. Albina, Babette, and Charlie are displeased with their soulmate tattoo, or lack of one,…

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Mental Health and Muay Thai with singer songwriter Austin Lucas 1:03:58

2+ y ago1:03:58

1:03:58

Joy and Adam visit with singer songwriter Austin Lucas about coming up anti-fascist in a larger body, struggles with mental health in a changing world, and exploring sexual identity in the folk punk scene.By Joy Nollenberg and Adam Pope

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Discovering Yourself in Recovery 48:07

2+ y ago48:07

48:07

Joy and Adam share how recovery gave them the opportunity to find and advocate for themselves to live an authentic life. For some that means joining Facebook groups for women who don't want kids, for others it means breaking out of your small Texas town and realizing that you do not have to be the star quarterback your father wants you to be.…

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What's in a treatment model: Exploring FBT, CBT, DBT 49:51

2+ y ago49:51

49:51

Adam has a lot of questions. 1. Do I need to choose a treatment model before inpatient? 2. Aren't they all just talk therapy? 3. Are zebras white with black stripes or black with white stripes? Joy.... HELP!By Joy Nollenberg and Adam Pope

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“I’m Triggered… Now What?” We’ve Got Answers 49:00

2+ y ago49:00

49:00

Joy and Adam address frequently asked questions we receive from listeners and group members. Including: What the heck happens in treatment; Oh crap, I accidentally tried on clothes, now what; Can I even feel hunger anymore? NOTE: Apologies for episode audio. Our indefatigable engineer is currently working on sound improvements. Subscribers will be …

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Dr. Noom with guest Kai Hibbard 1:19:09

3y ago1:19:09

1:19:09

It's time we talk about Dr Mike and Noom. You may be familiar with both, or neither. Buckle up. Joy and Adam, with returning guest Kai Hibbard, take a deep dive into the influence-sphere of a troublesome YouTube doctor selling a predatory weight loss app.By Joy Nollenberg and Adam Pope

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Episode 8 - Finale 30:25

3y ago30:25

30:25

Previously on the Flame: Rachel (Chilina Kennedy) wants Jamie back and she'll stop at nothing to get what she wants. Harold (Jesse Nowack) brings Sam (Jasmin Savoy Brown) to dinner to negotiate the contract and make sure she sees Jamie (Ellie Brigida) on a "date" with Rachel. Sounds like a disaster in the making! And Mel (Valerie Rose Lohman) and J…

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Episode 7 - Always That Girl 27:37

3y ago27:37

27:37

Previously on the Flame: Sam (Jasmin Savoy Brown) and Jamie (Ellie Brigida) go on the world's cutest ice cream date and Jamie gets some digits! But things get tense when Harold (Jesse Nowack) shows up to check on "his" property and he won't let a little sapphic romance get in the way of his steal of the century. And Rachel (Chilina Kennedy), shows …

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Episode 6 - You've Got Trouble 27:16

3y ago27:16

27:16

Previously on the Flame: Jamie (Ellie Brigida) and Sam (Jasmin Savoy Brown) got all cute on us in the jail cell and finally kissed! Jo (Jenn Collela), Mel (Valerie Rose Lohman) and Heather (Leigh Holmes Foster) bond over a "Car Ride From Hell" on the way to pick up Sam and Jamie. This week on the Flame, Sam (Jasmin Savoy Brown) and Jamie (Ellie Bri…

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Episode 5 - Maybe Today 25:33

3y ago25:33

25:33

Previously on the Flame: Jamie (Ellie Brigida) and Sam (Jasmin Savoy Brown) confront each other, get arrested and put in the same jail cell. This week on the Flame, Sam (Jasmin Savoy Brown) and Jamie (Ellie Brigida) spend some quality time together discussing astrology, daddy issues and getting cozy. And talk about a tight fit! Jo (Jenn Collela), M…

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Episode 4 - The Protest 19:34

3y ago19:34

19:34

Previously on the Flame: Jo (Jenn Colella) and the patrons of the Flame are ready to fight! This week on the Flame, Sam (Jasmin Savoy Brown) and Mel (Valerie Rose Lohman) are heading to the bar to offer to sell the bar to Jamie so that the Patrons of the Flame don't have to leave their space, but she's greeted by Jamie (Ellie Brigida), Jo (Jenn Col…

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Episode 3 - Keep It Lit 20:41

3y ago20:41

20:41

Previously on the Flame: Mel and Jo reconnect and Sam starts to deal with some Daddy Issues This week on the Flame, Jamie (Ellie Brigida) is having one of her famous dumpster cries and double fisting Slurpees, Heather (Leigh Holmes Foster) cheers her up with a song "You've Got Me" and Jo (Jenn Collela) is rallying the patrons of the Flame to fight!…

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Leeeeeroooooyyyy Jeeennnnkiiiinnnsss!!!! And other game strategies for advocacy. 56:37

3y ago56:37

56:37

Are you a Tank, Mage, or Bard. A Soldier, Medic, or Recon? Joy and Adam discuss the importance of choosing combat classes in the advocacy community and how to work as a team and support one another on our mission -- advocate for ourselves and each other.By Joy Nollenberg and Adam Pope

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Episode 2 - Just Breathe 20:29

3y ago20:29

20:29

Previously on the Flame: Jamie and the Patrons of the Flame are getting evicted! This week, everyone is freaking out! Jamie (Ellie Brigida) is having a full on melt down in the back office and that Goop is not looking too good the second time around, Heather (Leigh Holmes Foster) is doing everything she can to take care of her best friend and Sam (…

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Episode 1 - Welcome to The Flame 24:15

3y ago24:15

24:15

Jamie (Ellie Brigida), the owner of the Flame, everyone's favorite LGBTQ bar, is having a rough day. It's the anniversary of when her proposal was rejected by her ex-girlfriend Rachel (Chilina Kennedy) and all she wants to do is marathon Buffy Season Six. But her best friend Heather (Leigh Holmes Foster) and the patrons of the Flame are always ther…

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30: Charles Manson with J & J 53:09

3+ y ago53:09

53:09

In the Season One Finalé, Jenn & Jess bookend as they started, sharing an episode between the two of them and one of the most infamous murderers in history.By Killing It On Broadway

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29: JOHN LENNON with Julia Murney 51:14

3+ y ago51:14

51:14

Broadway star and NYC native Julia Murney joins J & J this week to discuss the case that still haunts fans worldwide. As an upper west sider, Julia shares her long personal history not only to the neighborhood but to this beloved, global icon.By Killing It On Broadway

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28: Martha Wise - The Borgia Of America with Sally Wilfert 41:40

3+ y ago41:40

41:40

Broadway diva, singing star & BFF Sally Wilfert joins Jenn & Jess this week to discuss one of the oldest female serial killers from the state of Ohio.By Killing It On Broadway

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27: The Long Island Lolita with Marissa Rosen 40:59

3+ y ago40:59

40:59

Broadway Beltress and BFF Marissa Rosen joins Jess & Jenn this week to discuss her personal connection to the case that took place in her hometown in Long Island.By Killing It On Broadway

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26: The Disappearance of Susan Powell with Claybourne Elder 53:06

3+ y ago53:06

53:06

Broadway/TV Star and Utah native Claybourne Elder joins Jenn & Jess this week to do discuss this tragic and confounding case.By Killing It On Broadway

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25: Michael Peterson with Beth Leavel 50:28

3+ y ago50:28

50:28

Tony Award Winner and North Carolina native Beth Leavel joins Jenn & Jess for their silver anniversary episode to discuss the case made famous by the documentary "The Staircase"By Killing It On Broadway

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24: The VAMPIRE Murder with Christopher Sieber 38:58

3+ y ago38:58

38:58

Two-Time Tony Award Nominee Christopher Sieber joins Jenn & Jess this week to discuss this unusual crime that took place in his home state of Minnesota.By Killing It On Broadway

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23: The Beale TREASURE with Rashidra Scott 44:28

3+ y ago44:28

44:28

Broadway star & Virginia native Rashidra Scott joins Jenn & Jess this week to solve to try and solve the ciphers leading to this elusive, missing treasure.By Killing It On Broadway

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22: SELENA with Mauricio Martinez 1:01:07

3+ y ago1:01:07

1:01:07

Mexican actor and singer Mauricio Martinez joins Jenn & Jess this week to discuss the shocking murder of the "Queen of Tejano music" Selena.By Killing It On Broadway

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21: The Ken & Barbie Killers with Danielle Wade 54:31

3+ y ago54:31

54:31

Canadian TV & theatrical star Danielle Wade joins Jenn & Jess on this week's episode to discuss one of the worst crime sprees in Canadian history.By Killing It On Broadway

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20: The Dating Game Killer with Betsy Wolfe 40:05

3+ y ago40:05

40:05

Broadway star and California native joins Jenn & Jess this week to discuss serial killer Rodney Alcala.By Killing It On Broadway

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19: THE WESSON CRIMES with Heidi Blickenstaff 43:32

3+ y ago43:32

43:32

Broadway and TV Star Heidi Blickenstaff joins Jenn & Jess this week to discuss one of the most gruesome cases from her hometown of Fresno, California.By Killing It On Broadway

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Pop Culture Eating Disorder Tropes 52:48

3+ y ago52:48

52:48

Joy and Adam discuss pop culture eating disorder tropes and try to workshop a better movie and casting. Adam talks about hospital protocol and menstruation and glass tables. Joy probably says some stuff about parents who contribute to their childs eating disorder -- like a good survivor advocate does.…

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18: Ted Bundy with Caitlin Kinnunen 1:07:35

3+ y ago1:07:35

1:07:35

Tony Award Nominee & Washington state native Caitlin Kinnunen joins Jenn & Jess this week to discuss one of the most infamous serial killers of all time.By Killing It On Broadway

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17: Homicidal Sleepwalking with Max Crumm 48:56

3+ y ago48:56

48:56

This week, Broadway & TV Star Max Crumm joins Jenn & Jess to discuss this rare phenomenon.By Killing It On Broadway

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16: Connecticut Witch Trials with Patti LuPone 59:44

3+ y ago59:44

59:44

Two time Tony Winner, Grammy Winner & Two time Emmy nominee Patti LuPone joins Jenn & Jess this week to discuss the Connecticut Witch Trials.By Killing It On Broadway

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15: THE NIGHT STALKLER with Alex Brightman & Jamie DuMont 1:00:15

3+ y ago1:00:15

1:00:15

Richard Ramirez aka The Night Stalker terrorized the citizens of Los Angeles. On this week's episode Jenn & Jess have two California natives, two time Tony Award nominee Alex Brightman and The Fabulous Invalid Co-Host Jamie DuMont to help them dive into this infamous case.By Killing It On Broadway

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14: Pamela Smart with SARAH SILVERMAN 50:42

3+ y ago50:42

50:42

Emmy winner & NH native Sarah Silverman joins Jenn & Jess this week to discuss the infamous case of Pamela Smart which inspired the movie "To Die For." It was the first gavel to gavel murder trial to be broadcast on television in U.S. history.By Killing It On Broadway

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13: THE KILLER CLOWN with Bonnie Milligan 1:04:01

3+ y ago1:04:01

1:04:01

John Wayne Gacy aka The Killer Clown is the subject of this week's episode. We are honored to be joined by Broadway star and Illinois native Bonnie Milligan as we delve into the crimes of this infamous serial killer.By Killing It On Broadway

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The Flame Trailer 3:59

3+ y ago3:59

3:59

Welcome to The Flame, premiering in June 2021! We wanted to give you all a sneak peek of what's coming your way here at the Flame. Here's a preview of Maybe Today, sung by Jamie (Ellie Brigida), our hopelessly romantic protagonist. With the support of over 300 Pinkstart backers, we were able to pay for the entire production of this song including l…

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12: Special: HEAVEN'S GATE 59:45

3+ y ago59:45

59:45

Screenwriter Andrew Briedis & his wife, Broadway/film actress Sarah Jenkins join us to recount the final days of the cult members along with (thanks to their intrepid sleuthing) an interview with Dave Riley who served the cult their last meal at Marie Callender's.By Killing It On Broadway