Duncan Samarasinghe

Interview with a schizophrenic

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Interviews with people on the schizophrenic spectrum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Author

Duncan Samarasinghe

Category

Health

Podcast website

iwasme.co.uk

Latest episode

Aug 23, 2025

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Episodes

Episode 57 - D from Tennessee 23.08.2025

We welcome D from Tennessee, in this episode. We discuss the nature of hallucinations, and how they react to the local environment. We remind the listeners that these conditions are made more difficult with powerful medication, that still only partially works. Music: Shady Neighbourhood - Ludvig Moulin #schizophrenia #truth #love Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 56 - Sumit from India 03.01.2025

Today we welcome Sumit from !ndia. Sumit has been experiencing psychosis & depression during his adult life. He feels it is linked with the stresses of his corporate career. He displays a reflective, philosophical outlook, and it was my privilege to hear his story. #schizophrenia #corporate #medication Music : Calm Binaural Meditation - Swedish Sound Therapy 00:00:30 - 00:00:48:  Introduc...

Kendra - A discussion about sex & porn addiction 30.12.2024

Today we welcome Kendra, a therapist dealing with relationship issues due to Sex & Porn addiction. I feel this is increasingly relevant today, given its impact on the mental health of the global community. Kendra is based in North Carolina. #Sex #Porn #Addiction thehealinghearttherapycenter.com Music: Prime Time - Martin Klem 00:00:32: Introduction to the episode 00:00:35: Welcoming Kendra 00:...

Episode 55 - Sarah from Arizona 22.11.2024

We welcome 30-something Sarah from Arizona today. She has a schizoaffective - bipolar type diagnosis. We discuss her mental health journey with a particular focus on the importance of prioritising sanity and the dangers of medication. #schizoaffective #sanity #medication Music: 6th Third Eye Chakra Kundalini Breathing - 369 ***************************************** ** Duncan's links: ** Amazon: ht...

Season 3, Books & Binaural Beats 13.07.2024

Welcome to another solo episode. Duncan talks about Season 3, his books and his new therapy of pure high frequency binaural beats. Wisdom of a schizophrenic: https://bit.ly/4cCwOYR Way of a schizophrenic: https://bit.ly/3S4Nnoa Weight gain of a schizophrenic: https://bit.ly/3xS1Vkh Show notes Vol 1: https://bit.ly/3WljYsq Show notes Vol 2: https://bit.ly/4dib1WH Patreon: https://bit.ly/3zCVPVf Bin...

Episode 54 - Ben Part 4 22.06.2024

Ben has returned for another episode. We discuss medication and the effects of schizophrenia as a child. We touch on the wider aspects of humanity including life on Mars. #medication #schizoaffective #projectstargate Music: Gamma Sines - Rocket Noise ***************************************** ** Duncan's links: ** Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cX9UeI ** Homepage: https://iwasme.co.uk ** Youtube : https:...

Episode 53 - Frank Part 3 14.04.2024

We welcome back Frank today. He was my first ever Guest, and is always interesting. We talk about his Paranormal Tour of America. Frank is creating a Youtube channel journalling his experiences. Frank's Website: https://bit.ly/4aXXHWh #schizophrenia #paranormal #psychosis Music: Binaural Alpha - Syntropy ***************************************** ** Duncan's links: ** Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cX9Ue...

Episode 52 - Georgie Part 2 05.04.2024

We welcome back Georgie for a second episode. Today we talk more deeply about her experiences with hallucinations. Hearing voices is a common symptom for people with schizophrenia, and it is still very much misunderstood. #hallucinations #rehab #schizophrenia ***************************************** ** Duncan's links: ** Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cX9UeI ** Homepage: https://iwasme.co.uk ** Youtube...

Episode 51 - Ben Part 3 17.03.2024

We welcome Ben back today. Ben is from the USA, and has had an interesting history and is currently working as a counsellor. Today we had a freestyle wide ranging discussion about life, which is a new aspect for Season 3. #schizoaffective #education #gaza Music : Koan I (Theta 5 Hz) - Syntropy ***************************************** ** Duncan's links: ** Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cX9UeI ** Homepa...

Episode 50 - Georgie 18.02.2024

We welcome Generation X Georgie today. From Australia, Georgie gives her background to her psychosis. From battling substance misuse to the metaphysical and nature of death and reality, we hear a valuable story. #neardeathexperience #substancemisuse #chakras ***************************************** ** Duncan's links: ** Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cX9UeI ** Homepage: https://iwasme.co.uk ** Youtube...

Episode 49 - JK Valentine Part 2 12.11.2023

We welcome back JK. In this episode Joshua talks more deeply about his psychosis & hallucinations. We hear details of the chronic trauma he goes through, a malaise common to schizophrenics, and a reminder why we need to keep raising awareness. #schizophrenia #hallucinations #trauma Music: Lafayette Blues - Will Harrison ***************************************** ** Duncan's links: ** Amazon: ht...

Episode 48 - Benjamin Part 2 05.11.2023

We welcome back Benjamin for further discussion today. Ben, talks more about his mental journey from his 20s to the present day. We touch on the aspect of pre-cognition, a characteristic feature of psychotic experiences. #precognition #energies #loss Music: House of Cards - Wellmess feat. Divity ***************************************** ** Duncan's links: ** Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cX9UeI ** Home...

Episode 47 - Benjamin Part 1 15.10.2023

Benjamin is our guest today. He has been diagnosed with schizophrenia, bipolar & ADHD. 35 from Connecticut, Ben has spent a lifetime fighting addictions, and the trauma of institutions. It was my pleasure to hear his story. WWASP Survivors: https://bit.ly/46IfZc0 #schizoaffective #wwasps #addiction Music : Papa Funk - spring gang ***************************************** ** Duncan's links: **...

Episode 46 - JK Valentine Part 1 29.08.2023

We have the pleasure of speaking with JK today. In his mid-twenties, JK has an adventurous, laid back cool demeanour. In this episode we touch on his Mental Health history, which leads on to a gentle chat about topics which are not often discussed. JK has both schizophrenia & DID diagnoses. #schizophrenia #dissociative #aliens Music: Close Talker - Ritchie Everett. ****************************...

Episode 45 - Sebastian 13.06.2023

Sebastian whilst introverted - has a joie de vivre for life. In his mid twenties from Chicago, he is training to work in Radiology. Diagnosis: Schizophrenia #schizophrenia #Introversion #sexuality Music : Jet Set Jivin' - Jos ***************************************** ** Duncan's links: ** Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cX9UeI ** Homepage: https://iwasme.co.uk ** Youtube : https://bit.ly/460OkUl ** Patre...

Episode 44 - George UK 08.05.2023

Esoteric & illuminating, George is paranoid schizophrenic from Yorkshire. 58, his psychotic journey began late in life, George gives his views and insight on his beliefs and experiences. Website: bit.ly/42xpPLp Music: Em Baxio - Clara Mendes #schizophrenia #selfactualisation #chrisitianity ***************************************** ** Duncan's links: ** Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cX9UeI ** Homepa...

Episode 43 - Frank Part 2 01.04.2023

We welcome back Frank in this episode. Frank was the guest in Episode 1 of this series. A former drug addict, developed schizophrenia, Frank has undergone a journey of recovery and spiritual discovery. Now a practicing Reiki Healer. He has recently been on a Paranormal Tour, following the healing of one of his friends. His website is https://bit.ly/368ilCz and his Instagram is @pswinepresents #sch...

Episode 42 - Jasper Part 3 10.03.2023

We welcome back Jasper in this episode. We talk about his second visit to hospital. Jasper has good recall of his thoughts and feelings, in this lighthearted discussion involving traumatic experiences. Jasper is a graphic artist: https://bit.ly/3o8cqY9 #schizoaffective #hospitalisation #catatonia music: Flashes from the Red Sun - Carvings ***************************************** ** Duncan's links...

Episode 41 - Sable 20.02.2023

Welcoming Sable this episode. In her early twenties from Florida, Sable has been dealing with Schizophrenia symptoms for half her life. Particularly interesting is her visual hallucinations. She has a stable loving home now, with a reflective mature outlook on this condition. Sable's Blog: http://bit.ly/3IEKK8t Music: Quiet before the Tempest: Across the Great Valley ******************************...

Wisdom of a schizophrenic 22.01.2023

Duncan talks to us about his current projects: wisdom of a schizophrenic https://amzn.eu/d/21IgS7R schizosquare https://schizosquare.com/ #wisdom #stigma #keeptalking music : Martin Landström - Turtleneck ***************************************** ** Duncan's links: ** Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cX9UeI ** Homepage: https://iwasme.co.uk ** Youtube : https://bit.ly/460OkUl ** Patreon: https://bit.ly/3z...

Episode 40 - CJ 14.01.2023

We welcome CJ (he/him) in this episode. He has a schizoaffective and ADHD diagnosis, but spent many years psychotic and undiagnosed. CJ lives in the USA with his partner, and has support of his parents. #schizoaffective #christianity #gender Music: Too Dusty - Blood Red Sun ***************************************** ** Duncan's links: ** Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cX9UeI ** Homepage: https://iwasme.c...

Episode 39 - Andrew from Virginia 21.08.2022

Suffering from childhood depression, Andrew developed schizophrenia as a young man. We talk about his history and then recovery and subsequent personal success. Music: Bozz - William Benkert Andrew's computer game: https://bit.ly/3T63scd #schizoaffective #depression #programming ***************************************** ** Duncan's links: ** Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cX9UeI ** Homepage: https://iwa...

Episode 38 - Jasper Part 2 06.08.2022

Brilliant episode with incredible detail of the initial psychotic breakdown, Jasper bravely leads us through his experience. Music: Safeword - Torii Wolf Jasper is a graphic artist: https://bit.ly/3o8cqY9 #schizoaffective #breakdown #institutions ***************************************** ** Duncan's links: ** Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cX9UeI ** Homepage: https://iwasme.co.uk ** Youtube : https://bi...

Episode 37 - Jasper Part 1 16.07.2022

We welcome Jasper in this episode. He tells the history behind his diagnosis and eventual psychosis. This is the first part of 2. Music: Too Deep - OTE feat Skylar Jasper is a graphic artist: https://bit.ly/3o8cqY9 #schizoaffective #transgender #cats ***************************************** ** Duncan's links: ** Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cX9UeI ** Homepage: https://iwasme.co.uk ** Youtube : https:...

Episode 36 - Byron from Michigan 02.07.2022

Byron talks to us about his harrowing start to life, his mental health journey and up to the present day. Byron currently has a schizoaffective diagnosis, and likely schizo-typal diagnosis too. Below are links to Byron's original work: Youtube: https://bit.ly/3bEdos1 Instagram: https://bit.ly/3OZ1DLj Id: WOOHOOPOOPOO Byron's book is: "Red on the Line" under the penname "lord byron the seventh" as...

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