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