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Getting Candid with AJ Mass

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In this third episode of Redeeming Disorder, Spencer and Laura sit down with AJ Mass, an ESPN fantasy sports writer and former Mets mascot. AJ speaks openly about his experience growing up with a mom who was institutionalized for her mental disorder. His story provides a snapshot of how mental disorder conversations have changed over the years, and how they can still improve today. Here are some of the topics we cover:



  • What it feels like when a parental figure has a mental illness

  • The repercussions of not talking about mental illness

  • Genetically passed down mental illness vs. learned behaviors

  • The freedom that comes with speaking honestly


Resources and links from this episode:



Check out AJ's books: Yes, It's Hot in Here & How Fantasy Sports Explain the World
Watch AJ in the Errol Morris short film, Being Mr. Met


This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit reiman.substack.com
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In this third episode of Redeeming Disorder, Spencer and Laura sit down with AJ Mass, an ESPN fantasy sports writer and former Mets mascot. AJ speaks openly about his experience growing up with a mom who was institutionalized for her mental disorder. His story provides a snapshot of how mental disorder conversations have changed over the years, and how they can still improve today. Here are some of the topics we cover:



  • What it feels like when a parental figure has a mental illness

  • The repercussions of not talking about mental illness

  • Genetically passed down mental illness vs. learned behaviors

  • The freedom that comes with speaking honestly


Resources and links from this episode:



Check out AJ's books: Yes, It's Hot in Here & How Fantasy Sports Explain the World
Watch AJ in the Errol Morris short film, Being Mr. Met


This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit reiman.substack.com
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