Why are we even doing this?
In this inaugural episode, Drs David and Rob crack open a bottle of bourbon and a conversation about what it means to stay sane in a culture that feels like it'
Show notes
In this inaugural episode, Drs David and Rob crack open a bottle of bourbon and a conversation about what it means to stay sane in a culture that feels like it's unraveling.They dig into:Why this podcast even existsHow political disengagement became the default setting for the exhausted middleThe anxiety ripple effects of AI in healthcareThe weaponization of social media and disinformationAnd why sometimes, pouring a drink is the most human thing you can doThis is part confession, part cultural diagnosis, and all about reconnecting — to our communities, our values, and our ability to think critically in a polarized world.🧠 Keywords: podcast, mental health, bourbon, AI, social media, political engagement, anxiety, healthcare, disinformation, culture"Got Thoughts? Outrage? A Diagnosis of Your Own? Send us a text"Support the showShrink The Nation is where America lies on the couch — and we pour the bourbon. Hosted by board-certified psychiatrists and mental health pros with backgrounds in military, media, and systems thinking, we break down the psychology behind politics, culture, and public dysfunction. Smart. Funny. Clinically sharp. Slightly buzzed. Subscribe, rate, and share if you’re part of the exhausted middle looking for sanity in the noise. For feedback or hate-listening invitations, hit us at socials@shrinkthenation.com. Follow us everywhere: @shrinkthenation on X, Instagram, Facebook and Bluesky Shrink The Nation — On the Couch With America.