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CrazyAF

57 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 16 ratings

Two millennial women have an honest conversation about their mental health.

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Episodes

Our Proper Goodbye

August 13, 2022 15:00 - 45 minutes - 36.8 MB

This week, Frankie and Fran say goodbye. Thank you to our incredible podcast producers, Laura Mills, Paige Hanley & Lindsey Thompson! Black Lives Matter. These are some resources Fran & Frankie have found online that have been helpful to them & may be helpful to you: Mental health resources for the Black community: Therapy for Black girls: https://therapyforblackgirls.com The Loveland Foundation: https://thelovelandfoundation.org Ethel's club: https://www.ethelsclub.com Inclusive ther...

I've Decided to Take a Break from Murder: An episode about Pandemic Grief

February 24, 2021 11:00 - 33 minutes - 26.9 MB

This week, Fran is alone for the first time! While Frankie takes a much deserved self-care break, Fran answers a few listener questions about staying motivated while working on your mental health and dealing with change. Thank you to our incredible podcast producers, Laura Mills, Paige Hanley & Lindsey Thompson! Black Lives Matter. These are some resources Fran & Frankie have found online that have been helpful to them & may be helpful to you: Mental health resources for the Black communi...

Fran Misses Frankie: A Q&A Minisode

February 10, 2021 08:00 - 20 minutes - 37.3 MB

This week, Fran is alone for the first time! While Frankie takes a much deserved self-care break, Fran answers a few listener questions about staying motivated while working on your mental health and dealing with change.  Thank you to our incredible podcast producers, Laura Mills, Paige Hanley & Lindsey Thompson! Black Lives Matter. These are some resources Fran & Frankie have found online that have been helpful to them & may be helpful to you: Mental health resources for the Black commun...

Just Happy to Be Here: A Goodbye to 2020

December 30, 2020 11:00 - 41 minutes - 33.3 MB

Frankie & Fran review their 2020. Thank you to our incredible podcast producers, Laura Mills, Paige Hanley, Melanie Terrill & Lindsey Thompson! Black Lives Matter. These are some resources Fran & Frankie have found online that have been helpful to them & may be helpful to you: Mental health resources for the Black community: Therapy for Black girls: https://therapyforblackgirls.com The Loveland Foundation: https://thelovelandfoundation.org Ethel's club: https://www.ethelsclub.com Incl...

A Panic Attack a Day (For 10 Years): An Interview with Andrew Erath

December 16, 2020 08:00 - 55 minutes - 44.6 MB

Frankie & Fran interview Andrew Erath and discuss panic disorders, what it means to be a Libra, and the Christmas Prince.  Thank you to our incredible podcast producers, Laura Mills, Paige Hanley, Melanie Terrill & Lindsey Thompson! Black Lives Matter. These are some resources Fran & Frankie have found online that have been helpful to them & may be helpful to you: Mental health resources for the Black community: Therapy for Black girls: https://therapyforblackgirls.com The Loveland Foun...

Lockdown Part 2: The Worst Sequel Ever Made

December 02, 2020 12:00 - 44 minutes - 35.3 MB

Frankie & Fran talk about pandemic fatigue & what self-care activities have been working for us. Black Lives Matter. These are some resources Fran & Frankie have found online that have been helpful to them & may be helpful to you: Mental health resources for the Black community: Therapy for Black girls: https://therapyforblackgirls.com The Loveland Foundation: https://thelovelandfoundation.org Ethel's club: https://www.ethelsclub.com Inclusive therapists: https://www.inclusivetherapist...

The Great Election Debrief of 2020

November 18, 2020 13:00 - 40 minutes - 32.6 MB

Recorded November 10, Frankie and Fran talk about the 2020 US Presidential Election. Black Lives Matter. These are some resources Fran & Frankie have found online that have been helpful to them & may be helpful to you: Mental health resources for the Black community: Therapy for Black girls: https://therapyforblackgirls.com The Loveland Foundation: https://thelovelandfoundation.org Ethel's club: https://www.ethelsclub.com Inclusive therapists: https://www.inclusivetherapists.com Place...

Fran Almost Barfed at Her Wedding

November 04, 2020 08:00 - 35 minutes - 28.4 MB

It's the post-wedding wrap up you've all been waiting for! Fran got MARRIED, so Fran & Frankie talk all about how the day went, wedding day anxiety, and post-wedding anxiety! Note: This episode was recorded before the 2020 United States Presidential Election.  Black Lives Matter. These are some resources Fran & Frankie have found online that have been helpful to them & may be helpful to you: Mental health resources for the Black community: Therapy for Black girls: https://therapyforblackg...

Frankie is Lonely Without Fran

October 21, 2020 12:00 - 31 minutes - 25 MB

This week, Frankie is alone for the first time! While Fran is on her honeymoon, Frankie answers listener questions about her mental health journey, medication & advice about OCD. Black Lives Matter. These are some resources Fran & Frankie have found online that have been helpful to them & may be helpful to you: Mental health resources for the Black community: Therapy for Black girls: https://therapyforblackgirls.com The Loveland Foundation: https://thelovelandfoundation.org Ethel's club...

Pre-Wedding Extravaganza

September 30, 2020 07:00 - 35 minutes - 28.6 MB

Fran is getting MARRIED in 11 days! This is her last episode as Fran Cacace, and her last episode until November, because did we mention she’s getting MARRIED and going on her honeymoon? Yeah. This week, Frankie asks Fran ALL the questions about wedding stress, hives, and anxiety! Black Lives Matter. These are some resources Fran & Frankie have found online that have been helpful to them & may be helpful to you: Mental health resources for the Black community: Therapy for Black girls: htt...

Maybe it's Hives: How to Lose a Friendship

September 16, 2020 09:00 - 37 minutes - 30.3 MB

Fran & Frankie talk about relationships they lost due to struggles with their own mental health journeys. This topic was submitted be a listener. Please send us any questions/comments/ideas or just come chat with us on Instagram! @crazyafpod Black Lives Matter. These are some resources Fran & Frankie have found online that have been helpful to them & may be helpful to you: Mental health resources for the Black community: Therapy for Black girls: https://therapyforblackgirls.com The Love...

F*cking Politics

September 02, 2020 07:00 - 30 minutes - 24.7 MB

Fran & Frankie explore how to care for your brain when you’re trying to be an informed citizen of the world.  Black Lives Matter. These are some resources Fran & Frankie have found online that have been helpful to them & may be helpful to you: Mental health resources for the Black community: Therapy for Black girls: https://therapyforblackgirls.com The Loveland Foundation: https://thelovelandfoundation.org Ethel's club: https://www.ethelsclub.com Inclusive therapists: https://www.inclu...

What's Working for You?

August 19, 2020 10:00 - 41 minutes - 32.9 MB

Frankie & Fran catch up, talk about what self-care is working for them right now, and introduce our new Patreon self-care series.  Black Lives Matter. These are some resources Fran & Frankie have found online that have been helpful to them & may be helpful to you: Mental health resources for the Black community: Therapy for Black girls: https://therapyforblackgirls.com The Loveland Foundation: https://thelovelandfoundation.org Ethel's club: https://www.ethelsclub.com Inclusive therapis...

Therapy Talk: Interview with Rebecca Bridgewater

August 18, 2020 23:36 - 43 minutes - 34.5 MB

This week, Frankie and Fran speak with Becca, a recent graduate with a Master's in Clinical Psychology, pursuing licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist, to discuss the ins and outs of therapy! Black Lives Matter. These are some resources Fran & Frankie have found online that have been helpful to them & may be helpful to you: Mental health resources for the Black community: Therapy for Black girls: https://therapyforblackgirls.com The Loveland Foundation: https://thelovelandfoundati...

It's Not About the Crepe: A Catch-Up

July 08, 2020 11:00 - 38 minutes - 31.1 MB

This week, Frankie and Fran take the "How are you REALLY?" segment of the podcast and extend it--encompassing everything from the books they're reading, what isolation is like, and how Fran got into a fight with her boyfriend over a crepe. Black Lives Matter. These are some resources Fran & Frankie have found online that have been helpful to them & may be helpful to you: Mental health resources for the Black community: Therapy for Black girls: https://therapyforblackgirls.com The Lovelan...

Sexuality & the Rim Fire: An Interview with Nico Correia

June 24, 2020 04:00 - 41 minutes - 33.6 MB

Fran & Frankie interview one of Frankie's best friends, Nico Correia, and talk about coming out, mental health, Mamma Mia, and the California Rim Fire. Find Nico on Twitter @notn1co Black Lives Matter. These are some resources Fran & Frankie have found online that have been helpful to them & may be helpful to you: Mental health resources for the Black community: Therapy for Black girls: https://therapyforblackgirls.com The Loveland Foundation: https://thelovelandfoundation.org Ethel's ...

A Small Backyard Porch: White Women & Privilege

June 10, 2020 09:00 - 39 minutes - 31.4 MB

This week, Fran and Frankie talk about recognizing their own privilege and what they've learned in the aftermath of the murder of George Floyd.  Resources Fran & Frankie have found online this week that have been helpful to them & may be helpful to you: Mental health resources for the Black community: Therapy for Black girls: https://therapyforblackgirls.com The Loveland Foundation: https://thelovelandfoundation.org Ethel's club: https://www.ethelsclub.com Inclusive therapists: https:/...

Expecatations vs 2020

May 27, 2020 04:00 - 31 minutes - 56.9 MB

This week, Fran and Frankie discuss how the pandemic has impacted their 2020 writing goals, habits, and expectations.  Get access to our exclusive content (like motivational videos, poetry, and art) on our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/join/crazyaf Thank you to our lovely podcast producers, Laura Mills & Paige Hanley! New episodes every other week. Hang out with us on Instagram @crazyafpod Join us on twitter! @crazyafpodcast Frankie frankie.masi on Instagram frankiemasi1 on Twitte...

Choose Your Yoga Nemesis

May 13, 2020 11:00 - 42 minutes - 34.2 MB

This week, Frankie and Fran talk about yoga--the secret to mental clarity, or your worst nightmare? Thank you to our lovely podcast producers, Laura Mills & Paige Hanley! New episodes every other week. Hang out with us on Instagram @crazyafpod Join us on twitter! @crazyafpodcast Get access to our exclusive content (like motivational videos, poetry, and art) on our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/join/crazyaf Frankie frankie.masi on Instagram frankiemasi1 on Twitter insteadofgold on...

Eat a Bagel: Self-Care in a Pandemic

April 29, 2020 04:00 - 34 minutes - 63.7 MB

This week, Fran and Frankie discuss how they are talking to and taking care of themselves during this crisis, and how to combat the notions of “pandemic productivity” floating around. Thank you to our lovely podcast producers, Laura Mills & Paige Hanley! New episodes every other week. Hang out with us on Instagram @crazyafpod Join us on twitter! @crazyafpodcast Get access to our exclusive content (like motivational videos, poetry, and art) on our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/join/cr...

How the F*ck Are You? A Quarantine Hang Out

April 01, 2020 12:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MB

This week, Fran and Frankie hang out in separate social isolation and talk about the current situation. They also ask some silly questions to get your mind off of things.Thank you to our lovely podcast producers, Laura Mills & Paige Hanley!New...

OCD: School is Never Out…And You Always Have Homework

March 18, 2020 04:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MB

This week’s episode is dedicated completely to a discussion of Frankie’s OCD.

Choose Your Own Relapse Adventure

March 04, 2020 05:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MB

This week, Frankie and Fran discuss relapsing.Thank you to our lovely patrons and podcast producers, Laura Mills and Paige Hanley!Get access to our exclusive content (like motivational videos, poetry, and art) on our Patreon:...

My Heart Knows More Than My Brain: The PTSD Episode

February 19, 2020 05:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MB

This week, Frankie and Fran discuss the Oscars, Fran's indifference to The Joker, and Fran's PTSD.

How to Be in Love Forever & Never Die

February 05, 2020 05:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MB

This week, Frankie interviews engaged couple Fran & Eli!

YIKES! Anxiety & Money

January 22, 2020 05:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MB

Frankie and Fran get real about their money anxiety.

Can Baby Yoda cure our burnout?

January 08, 2020 10:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MB

Frankie & Fran talk about burnout, Baby Yoda, and their plans for 2020.

You Are Never Ruined: 2019 in Review

December 25, 2019 15:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MB

Frankie and Fran recap 2019, discussing everything from burnout to their morning routines.

Do all my friends hate me? Friendship Anxiety!

December 03, 2019 11:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MB

Frankie and Fran discuss friendship anxiety and breakdown their meeting for the first time in New York City.

The Self-Care Episode

November 20, 2019 05:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

Frankie & Fran discuss the infamous self-care. What is it? How do you do it? Why?

The Fran is F*cking Engaged Extravaganza

November 06, 2019 11:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MB

Fran tells the story of how she got engaged to her boyfriend, Eli.

Deepak & Chakras: Meditation & Your Mental Health

September 04, 2019 04:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MB

Frankie & Fran discuss meditation, fainting after Shavasana, and David Lynch.

E.T. Sent Me to Therapy

August 21, 2019 04:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MB

Frankie and Fran ask the question: what would you say to your past, pre-anxious self?

"Curing" Mental Illness: IT'S A TRAP!

August 07, 2019 04:00 - 31 minutes - 21.3 MB

Frankie & Fran discuss the notion of "curing" your mental health disorder, and discover that Admiral Ackbar may have been right.

Working' 9 to 5: Your mental health & your full time job

July 24, 2019 04:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MB

This week, we talk about managing your mental health on top of your full time job.

My Boobs are My Downfall

July 10, 2019 04:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MB

Frankie & Fran discuss body image anxiety...and Keanu Reeves.

Anxiety is Portable! How to Deal with Travel Anxiety

June 26, 2019 04:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MB

We discuss the special joy that is travel anxiety! What it is, why it sucks, and how to deal with it.

How to Throw Your Mental Illness a Birthday Party

June 12, 2019 04:00 - 28 minutes - 13.1 MB

In this episode, Frankie Masi and Fran Cacace discuss their mental illness anniversaries. What they do, how they deal, and how it's different every year.

How is 2019 treating you? + Our favorite books on mental health

May 29, 2019 09:00 - 51 minutes - 23.6 MB

Frankie & Fran check in on how their 2019 is going so far and share their favorite books on mental health.

#Authenticity, #MentalHealth & Social Media

May 15, 2019 04:00 - 34 minutes - 15.7 MB

Frankie & Fran discuss how staring at a little blue screen full of everyone's feelings DOESN'T necessarily help one's mental illness.

Drugs: Take em or Don't

May 01, 2019 09:00 - 44 minutes - 20.3 MB

This week we talk about medication for your mental illness. Are you on it? Are you scared of it? All that and more. Come cry with us!

How To Tell Your Substitute Teacher About Your Mental Illness

April 17, 2019 04:00 - 36 minutes - 16.5 MB

Frankie & Fran discuss what it was like to tell their families and friends about their diagnoses.

Make a Nest in Your Own Personal Hell

April 03, 2019 08:00 - 39 minutes - 18 MB

This week we're talking about seasonal depression--how the weather affects your mental health, even if you live in sunny California, and most importantly, what you can do about it.

You Might Need Therapy

March 20, 2019 04:00 - 45 minutes - 20.9 MB

Therapy! Why it can be great, why it can be less than great, and what you might want to know before you start.

Creativity & Your Mental Health

March 06, 2019 10:00 - 40 minutes - 18.5 MB

This week we talk about how anxiety and depression affect our creativity & vice versa.

The Language of Mental Illness

February 20, 2019 05:00 - 39 minutes - 18.2 MB

Frankie and Fran discuss how the language of mental illness is used and misused in the world around them.Frankie and Fran discuss how the language of mental illness is used and misused in the world around them.

January was Crazy

February 06, 2019 13:00 - 45 minutes - 21 MB

Frankie and Fran tell you about how insane their January has been.

Year in Review: Our Mental Health in 2018

December 26, 2018 05:00 - 36 minutes - 16.7 MB

Frankie & Fran discuss their mental health in 2018- from the HIGH highs to the LOW lows.

It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year: Holidays & Your Anxiety

December 12, 2018 05:00 - 39 minutes - 18.3 MB

Frankie & Fran discuss how the holiday season affects your mental health.

Heartbreak

November 28, 2018 05:00 - 46 minutes - 21.4 MB

Frankie and Fran discuss how heartbreak has affected their mental health, and how their mental health has affected their love lives.