The Mr. Joe Bipolar Podcast
Episodes
The Inability to Properly Diagnose our Illness (S8E30) 3-19-2025
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe exposes a series of personal life long events that led to a misdiagnosis, making it difficult to receive the proper treatment. He discusses th...
Taking a Mental Health Break from Employment (S8E29) 3-18-2025
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe reviews the importance of taking time off from your place of employment, to address one’s mental health, and to rejuvenate your mind and bod...
Monophobia & Phobophobia (S8E28) 3-14-2025
14 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe discusses 2 different phobias, both of which are rarely mentioned or explored. Mr. Joe explains the concept behind “fear of fear itself” a...
Parenting with a Mental Illness (S8E27) 3-12-2025
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe reveals the harsh reality of symptoms endured by a child, when their parent is not properly treating their mental illness. Mr. Joe shares seve...
Emotional & Psychological Abuse (S8E26) 3-11-2025
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe shares his personal experiences and how he endured emotional abuse throughout his childhood. Mr. Joe also comes to the unfortunate realization...
Journaling & Mental Health (S8E25) 3-10-2025
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe reviews his weekend and the potential mania that is setting in. He speaks about his podcast, and how listening back on his episodes has allowe...
Irritability & Chronic Pain (S8E24) 3-6-2025
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe discusses the correlation between mental health and untreated chronic physical pain. He shares several personal experiences that highlight his...
Managing a Relationship with our Bipolar Partner (S8E23) 3-5-2025
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe discusses management of our relationships with a partner with Bipolar Disorder. He discusses strategies to form a healthy relationship. Pleas...
Poor Decision Making & Mental Health (S8E22) 3-3-2025
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe discusses two recent incidents in which he made irrational decisions. He explores how microdosing has helped his ability to make better choice...
Bipolar, Mental Health & Crime (S8E21) 2-28-2025
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe explores the connection between mental illness and the association with crime related activities. Please support Mr. Joe, so I can continue ...
Determining Your Form of Depression (S8E20) 2-25-2025
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe addresses three forms of depression, ranging from mild to severe. He reviews signs and symptoms of depression, as he provides personal experie...
The Benefits of Psilocybin Microdosing (S8E19) 2-24-2025
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe provides an in depth podcast episode about microdosing. He discusses the many benefits associated with psilocybin, and the positive impact it ...
Recognizing the Abusive Patters of a Narcissist (S8E18) 2-19-2025
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe discusses many ways that a narcissist will enter in a partnership, manipulating others and causing significant pain and destruction. Mr. Joe p...
The Inability to Stop & Think (S8E17) 2-14-2025
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe discusses a recent episode in his personal life that ultimately led to him making the correct decision. Mr. Joe speaks about the different sta...
Consequences of Early Alcohol & Substance Abuse (S8E16) 2-12-2025
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe discusses the devastating effects that early drug use, specifically in the teen years, can have on us as adults. Mr. Joe discusses the risk fa...
The Bipolar SuperBowl Extravaganza (S8E15) 2-11-2025
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe reports on his SuperBowl experience and the impact it has on mental health. Mr. Joe reviews proactive strategies to prepare for parties and ga...
Divorce, Decisions, & Destruction (S8E14) 2-7-2025
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr Joe returns for a brand new edition to update his audience on his psilocybin therapy and recent court experience. Mr. Joe speaks about his recent c...
Alcoholism, Substance Abuse, & Addiction (S8E13) 2-5-2025
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe explores whether or not addiction is a disease or a choice. He shares many personal experiences regarding his past, and comes to a solidified ...
Impatience, Waiting, & Mental Health (S8E12) 2-4-2025
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe shares his experiences with microdosing, family court, and his overall mental health. Mr. Joe discusses his inability to wait and the impatien...
Aging, Depression, & Self Harm (S8E11) 1-30-2025
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe discusses the process of getting older and coping with mental illness. He shares a story about his reaction to stress, self injurious behavior...
Social Media & Mental Health (S8E10) 1-29-2025
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe discusses the dangers associated with the use of social media, and its impact on mental health. Mr. Joe shares his own stories about his Faceb...
Crisis Management for Individuals with Autism Part 2 (S8E9) 1-23-2025
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe continues on his journey, providing strategies, personal experiences, and historical information regarding Autism and ABA therapy. Mr. Joe als...
Crisis Management for Individuals with Autism: Part I (S8E8) 1-22-2025
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe provides thoughts on Psilocybin therapy and provides an update on his mental health. In addition, Mr. Joe discusses aggression and maladaptive...
Narcissistic Abuse & PTSD (S8E7) 1-20-2025
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe returns to discuss the horrific mental health symptoms that might occur when dealing with PTSD from narcissistic abuse. Mr. Joe defines PTSD, ...
Impulsivity 101 (S8E6) 1-17-2025
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe explores the overall status of him mental health. He discusses microdosing, as well as Autism. Mr. Joe also provides information and feedback ...
Thanatophobia 101 (S8E5) 1-14-2025
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe reviews events over the past weekend that lead to an intense battle with social anxiety. He covers the basic warning signs and symptoms of dea...
Depersonalization & Derealization Disorder (S8E4) 1-8-2025
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe discusses a recent tragic event that occurred in his life. He then provided information on depersonalization and derealization disorder. Pl...
Psilocybin Therapy Part II (S8E3) 1-6-2025
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe provides feedback on his psilocybin microdosing experience. He reviews the entire process, including the impact it had on his mental health th...
Questions & Answers 2025 Edition (S8E2) 1-3-2025
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe returns to answer several important questions presented from his audience. He reviews substance abuse, recreational drugs, and his extended ab...
Psilocybin Therapy Part I (S8E1- Season Premier) 1-2-2025
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe explores the benefits of psilocybin therapy through microdosing. He begins his two part series by sharing his first psychedelic experience. Pl...
The 2024 Bipolar Report (S7E12-Season Finale) 12-28-2024
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe wraps up the year by addressing the tedious search for a doctor when dealing with a mental illness. Mr. Joe also shares several personal stori...
A Bipolar Christmas (S7E11) 12-19-2024
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe speaks about his inability to handle the holidays in the past, as compared to the current day, and how he’s learned to manage stress and anx...
Obsessive & Delusional Jealousy (S7E10) 12-13-2024
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe reports on a very sensitive topic, one in which impacts his own life significantly. He explains the subtle differences between obsessive and d...
Suicidal Ideations (S7E9) 12-6-2024
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe revisits aspects of his last episode. He reports on various reasons one might engage in suicidal ideations. Mr. Joe discusses bullying, abuse,...
Mental Health & the Holiday Season (S7E8) 12-4-2024
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe discusses the holiday season and its impact on mental health. Mr. Joe also speaks about his past holiday experiences and his feelings on Thank...
Benefits of Marijuana Revisited (S7E7) 11-22-2024
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe discusses recovery, sobriety, and medication. Mr. Joe also reviews the medical benefits of marijuana, and the importance of following your doc...
Narcissim Revisited (S7E6) 11-13-2024
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe goes “old school” as he shares information about his mother, as well as his own narcissistic traits. Please support Mr. Joe, so I can cont...
Hitting Rock Bottom (S7E5) 11-9-2024
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe returns to answer several questions about his recovery. He discusses depression, medication, and memory issues. Mr. Joe provides a highly desc...
Apophenia 101 (S7E4) 8-19-2024
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe returns to educate his audience on apophenia (patternicity), and the human experience of finding meaning in random events and numbers. Mr. Joe...
Hypomania vs Mania (S7E3) 8-13-2024
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe returns for his first episode after back surgery. He provides updates on his recovery, state of mind, podcasting status, and his mother’s la...
Building Self-Esteem (S7E2) 2-23-2024
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe discusses the significance and importance of self-esteem. He speaks about his audience to start the show and attempts to explain how his physi...
The Modern Day Bipolar (S7E1-Season Premiere) 2-22-2024
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe returns after several years to embark on a new journey of mental illness. He discusses topics such as anxiety, bipolar, schizophrenia, denial,...
Mental Health Matters (S6E1-Season Premiere/Finale) 12-20-2022
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe returns for a new season and a fresh start. Please note, this episode discusses suicide, and some listeners may be sensitive to the topic, or ...
Identified as Sick (S5E6-Season Finale) 3-26-2021
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe speaks about the word “sick” and what it truly means from a mental health perspective. Please support Mr. Joe, so I can continue on my l...
Mental Health & Intrusive Thoughts (S5E5) 3-16-2021
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe reviews intrusive thoughts and how they invade our minds and take over our lives. Mr. Joe also touches upon Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, eat...
Modern Day Paranoia (S5E4) 3-11-2021
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe explores the mental illness known as paranoia. He addresses the impact that our modern day society has on our paranoia overall. Please suppo...
Panic Attacks & General Anxiety (S5E3) 2-25-2021
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe explores how he handles anxiety in the present day as compared to his panic attacks from his past. Please support Mr. Joe, so I can continue...
Regretful Rants (S5E2) 2-10-2021
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe explores a disturbing conversation that took place at work. He reminds his audience about the importance of maintaining a filter when manic, s...
The Stigma of Drug Addiction (S5E1-Season Premiere) 1-22-2021
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe briefly discusses the tremendous impact that the global pandemic has on mental illness. Mr. Joe examines the correlation of mental illness and...
Narcissism 101 (S4E3-Season Finale) 12-10-2020
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe provides an update on his mental health and reviews Narcissistic Personality Disorder. Mr. Joe also provides updates on his social media statu...
Why Does the Brain Shift? (S4E2) 12-20-2020
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe returns for his second official podcast of 2020. He discusses brain chemistry, children and the pandemic, and updates his audience on his fami...
The Return of Mr. Joe (S4E1-Season Premiere) 11-12-2020
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe's last episode was recorded 364 days ago, just one day shy of a full year. Mr. Joe returns to once again host Mr. Joe's Bipolar Podcast. He ex...
Ongoing Mania (S3E45-Season Finale) 11-13-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe updates his audience on the stability of his mother and his relationship with her. He discovers throughout the podcast that he is potentially ...
The Manic Mom (S3E44) 11-7-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe starts this episode by explaining some technical issues with two previous recorded podcasts. He is still making attempts to upload that conten...
Mania and Sleep Deprivation (S3E43) 11-2-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe discusses his ongoing mania, inability to filter his expressive language, and his latest sleep disturbances. He revisits the potential benefit...
The ”Mixed” Episode (S3E42) 10-25-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe is finally able to upload content he recorded several weeks ago. The episode is somewhat "mixed-up", as Mr. Joe attempted to perform a merge. ...
Post Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (S3E41) 10-21-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe returns to discuss PAWS after the extended use of alcohol, benzo's, and opiates. He provides information on how to treat it, and what makes it...
Physical Ailments (S3E40) 10-10-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe had prepared podcast content on post acute withdrawal syndrome. However, some new discoveries have emerged in Mr. Joe's life and he reviews th...
Schizophrenia 101 (S3E39) 10-1-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe responds to an email and addressing the absence of an educational podcast on Schizophrenia. Mr. Joe covers the mental illness based on his own...
Types of Delusions (S3E38) 9-30-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe discusses paranoia, psychosis, and delusions in detail. He reviews warning signs of psychosis and 5 different types of paranoia. Please supp...
Strategies for Denial (S3E37) 9-17-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe responds to similar emails seeking strategies for dealing with a loved ones denial. Please support Mr. Joe, so I can continue on my lifelong p...
Hypochondria 101 (S3E36) 9-16-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe provides an update on his mental health. He discusses a recent doctor visit and the results of a urine analysis. Please support Mr. Joe, so I ...
Questions & Answers Part III (S3E35) 9-12-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe addresses 5 random questions from his listening audience. In addition, he discusses his current bipolar symptoms. Please support Mr. Joe, so I...
Drastic Mood Swings (S3E34) 9-11-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe compares his current state of mind to the way he felt yesterday. There has been a drastic change and his overall mood and he decides to share ...
Faking Feeling Well (S3E33) 9-9-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe discusses his current depressive state and how difficult it's been to appear happy and content. He reluctantly offers methods in which we can ...
Bipolar Exhaustion (S3E32) 9-3-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe has returned from a business trip and reports on his overall mental state and physical exhaustion. He offers suggestions to safely increase ou...
Unlikely Medication Culprit (S3E31) 8-19-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe returns to update his audience on his current mental state and his mother's progress with alcoholism. In addition, he discusses how certain me...
Dangers of Primary Care Physicians (S3E30) 8-1-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe returns to update his audience on his mother's mental state, his own recent struggles due to an enormous amount of stress, and his recent visi...
Offensive Voices (S3E29) 7-22-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe returns to update his audience on his grieving process and the mental state of his mother. He discusses the intrusive voices that have effecte...
Winning the Bipolar Battle (S3E28) 7-5-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe updates his audience on his current mental state, his relationship with his mother, and his recent court experience with his ex-wife. Please s...
The Battle with Alcoholism (S3E27) 6-25-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe updates his audience on his current mental state and speaks about the grieving process over the last two weeks from the loss of his father. In...
Unexpected Changes (S3E26) 6-17-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe discusses his absence over the last few weeks. He informs his audience of the unexpected changes that have occurred. Please support Mr. Joe, s...
Isolation & Bipolar Disorder (S3E25) 5-31-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe returns for a new episode to discuss his overall state of mind over the last week. He anonymously acknowledges a listeners email regarding iso...
Recognizing Our Mistakes (S3E24) 5-16-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe examines his recent state of hypomania along with some of the poor decisions he has made over the last week. He reviews a number of dangerous ...
Mr. Joe’s Q & A Part II (S3E23) 5-15-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe addresses 4 specific questions from his listeners. He speaks on medication side effects, hospital admittance, his children's future, and his b...
Overlooked Bipolar Symptoms (S3E22) 5-14-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe explores self-criticism, pessimism, worry and anxiety, anger, and irritability. He explains how those symptoms are often overlooked when it co...
Hypomanic Spending Splurges (S3E21) 5-7-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe updates his audience on his children and mental state. He discusses his recent hypomanic state and the urge to spend money that he simply does...
The Grieving Process & Bipolar (S3E20) 5-1-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe returns after an extended absence to update his audience on his personal mental state. In addition, he responds to a question and comment from...
Improperly Diagnosed Mental Conditions (S3E19) 4-19-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe returns for a second day in a row with a brand new podcast episode and brand new personal experiences to discuss. He reveals the latest rants,...
Skipping Medication Doses (S3E18) 4-11-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe returns after a long absence to discuss an incident that transpired 6 days ago. He comes to the conclusion that his inability to remember taki...
Cognitive Impairments & Bipolar (S3E17) 3-28-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe updates his audience on his current mood state. He discusses the many ways in which those with Bipolar Disorder suffer cognitively. Please sup...
Postpartum Depression (S3E16) 3-22-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe returns after nearly a 2 week absence to discuss the birth of his new child, the struggles of being a parent, sibling jealousy, and a variety ...
Inability to Speak & Depression (S3E15) 3-8-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe updates his audience on his wife's pregnancy. He covers several symptomatic aspects of depression that we normally don't speak about, primaril...
Bipolar Confusion (S3E14) 3-4-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe reports on his wife's pregnancy status. He provides details on their latest hospital trip and also reports on this past weekend. Mr. Joe expla...
Disorganized Thoughts (S3E13) 2-27-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe updates his audience on his mental state and medication increase. Please support Mr. Joe, so I can continue on my lifelong podcast journey… ...
Schizoaffective Disorder Bipolar Type (S3E12) 2-20-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe reports on his recent psychiatrist appointment and current mental state. He educates his auidence on schizoaffective disorder, and addresses b...
Risk Factors for Depression (S3E11) 2-19-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe updates his audience on his mental health and expresses his concerns about his children and their mental state. He compares sadness to depress...
Tactile Hallucinations (S3E10) 2-13-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe discusses several stressors within his life that have resulted in ultra rapid bipolar symptoms. He provides an overview of the end results of ...
Stages of Sleep Deprivation (S3E9) 2-6-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe updates his audience on his last 24 hours of work related tasks that have severely impacted his ability to sleep. He discusses the stages of s...
Mr. Joe's 100th Episode (S3E8) 2-5-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe returns to celebrate his 100th episode with his loyal listeners. We review the last year of topics, personal experiences, and motivation behin...
Bipolar Disorder & Unnecessary Stress (S3E7) 1-28-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe reviews the last 24 hours of his experiences with unnecessary stress. He focuses on his relationship with his family, children, and ex-wife. P...
Ultra Rapid Cycling (S3E6) 1-28-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe is back for a Monday edition of Mr. Joe's Bipolar Podcast. Since last week, he had recorded 2 different episodes for a total of 90 minutes of ...
Medication Assisted Treatment (S3E5) 1-16-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe reads and answers an email presented by a loyal listener. He reviews a successful taper program and compares it to the horrible experience he ...
Medical Benefits of Cannabis (S3E4) 1-14-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe reports on several case studies regarding the benefits of marijuana usage with Bipolar Disorder. He discovers several negative reports as well...
Bipolar Disorder & Employment (S3E3) 1-10-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe analyzes his recent marijuana usage, trying to determine if it's the sole cause for paranoia, anxiety, voices, and depression. He addresses th...
The Email Episode (S3E2) 1-8-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe reads and analyzes a very important email from a dedicated listener. He discusses medication, suicide, relationships, and much more. Please ...
2019 Bipolar Report (S3E1-Season Premier) 1-2-2019
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe updates his audience on his last 11 days of vacation at home for the holidays. He discusses excessive marijuana usage and the uncertainty of i...
Controversial Bipolar Medications (S2E89-Season Finale) 12-20-2018
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe evaluates his sleep patterns. He discusses an alternate approach on how to cope with sleep deprivation. Mr. Joe also updates his audience on h...
Bipolar Disorder & Sexual Dysfunction (S2E88) 12-18-2018
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe addresses the sensitive topic of bipolar disorder and sexual dysfunction. He uses his own personal pre and post medication experiences to anal...
Bipolar Disorder & Sleep Disturbances (S2E87) 12-13-2018
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Joe updates his audience on life events and his current mood. He reports on his latest sleep patterns, as well as his rapid cycling into hypomania...