Capes On The Couch - Where Comics Need 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 - n