“Medicating Normal,” a documentary feature film about the overprescribing of psychiatric drugs, premiers at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival on January 16th and 17th. We had the distinct privilege to speak with two of the filmmakers this week.In part one of our two-part series, D had a wonderful conversation with director/producer Lynn Cunningham. Lynn candidly shares the struggles and successes of making this film, the inspiration behind it, and the insights gained from their private screenings and panels.
Welcome to Episode #51
Listen to our wonderful conversation with Lynn Cunningham, director/producer of the documentary feature film, "Medicating Normal." This in-depth conversation with Lynn is full of insights and information about psychiatric medications, those who make and prescribe them, and how people cope with their effects.
Next week we have a conversation with Angela Peacock, who was one of the stories highlighted in the film.
Episode Index
Each time listed below is in minutes and seconds.
Introduction: 0:57FEATURE: Conversation with Lynn Cunningham: 05:18Moment of Peace: 50:08
Episode Resources
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Links for the film "Medicating Normal"Film's Website: https://medicatingnormal.com/ Film's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/medicatingnormalfilm/ Film's Youtube Channel (with Trailer): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCh-enG_cv0MbGoU4XdT9mxA Screenings and How to Host a Screening: https://medicatingnormal.com/watch/
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Introduction
Today's intro was very brief due to the conversation with Lynn Cunningham. Just a brief hello and welcome back from the holiday break.
Feature: Conversation with Lynn Cunningham
Our feature today was a conversation with filmmaker Lynn Cunningham of the film, "Medicating Normal," about the overprescribing of psychiatric drugs and the effects this practice has on individuals. It's a wonderful conversation and you won't want to miss it.
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