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The OCD Chronicles

OCD is a terrible, debilitating disorder. It’s also routinely misunderstood. The OCD Chronicles is a podcast about the people who’ve fought this horrible illness, and, despite their struggles, thrived. They’re stories that are inspiring, affirmative, uplifting, emotional and useful. They exist as a record of achievement. To educate. Perhaps even entertain. They’re stories about the lives that Obsessive Compulsive Disorder tried to extinguish.Your host is journalist James McMahon. His own journey with OCD is long and arduous - and it's far from over. Join him on a voyage of discovery as he attempts to make sense of what is wrong with his brain. Maybe even to find the peace that's alluded him for most of his life. It promises to be emotional.

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Is it possible to laugh at our OCD? A conversation with comedian and author Joe Wells

September 05, 2021 • James McMahon • Season 2 • Episode 10

On this episode of The OCD Chronicles, I’m speaking to comedian and author Joe Wells.

Joe wrote the OCD memoir Touch and Go Joe when he was just a teenager, which was reissued with new artwork and a few tweaks here and there, just a few months ago. Joe’s also one of the UK comedy scene's brightest and boldest comedians. It’s a big ask, looking at your OCD – or many aspects of neurodiversity – and trying to laugh at the preposterous of it all. But – I dunno, maybe I’m feeling in a decent place at the moment – but I’ve increasingly found myself able to. Go on. Give it a go! It's a wretched illness - but it's a stupid one too!

I do hope you enjoy my conversation with Joe!

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