Capes On the Couch - Where Comics Get Counseling

Anthony and Dr. Issues tackle the Clown Princess of Crime, Harley Quinn, her thoughs on Mistah J and Ivy, and how she could function in society. And as usual, Doc has a major repair bill by the end of it.

Show notes:

• Introduction
• Background on Harley Quinn
  • Introduced in Batman: The Animated Series, originally intended as a one-off
  • Batman Adventures: Mad Love expands background as Joker's psychologist
  • Came from dysfunctional family, studied psychology as a way to understand her situation
  • Once she left the Joker's side, joined Poison Ivy
  • Ends up back in Arkham, convinces Bruce Wayne to help with parole
  • Gotham City Sirens - joins Catwoman & Ivy, but betrays them to help break Joker out
  • New 52 - Becomes part of Suicide Squad, uses resources to get Joker's face back
  • Conner/Palmiotti series - works at Coney Island, now antihero
  • Rebirth - Inmate at Belle Reve, leader of new Suicide Squad
• Primary issues
  • Obsession with Joker - co-dependent relationship
  • Dysfunctional family background
  • Relationship with Ivy - non-monogamous romantic
  • Strong impulsive streak, exacerbated by relationships
• How to address issues
  • Improve self-esteem
  • Reduce dependency on others
  • Focus on professional background

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