31: A House Built with Half the Wood& Tin Nails (with Lisa Anita Wegner)

31: A House Built with Half the Wood& Tin Nails (with Lisa Anita Wegner)

Picture this: you're at the Cannes Film Festival, one of the most glamorous events in the world, and suddenly, your life takes an unexpected turn. This was the reality for Lisa Anita Wegner, a Toronto-based storyteller, performer, and artist. In this episode of Pop& Down, host Shaunna Quin sits down with Lisa to discuss her journey through the ups and downs of mental and physical health, and how she's used art as a lifeline.

Diagnosed with Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD) after a breakdown at Cannes, and later with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Lisa opens up about her struggles with exhaustion and brain fog, which she once dismissed as just being 'tired and extremely bendy'. But instead of letting these challenges define her, Lisa turned to creativity.

From her influences like Annie and Lady Gaga to the comforting rewatchability of shows like United States of Tara and Transparent, Lisa's story is a testament to the power of art in healing. Her performance art piece, Intangible Adorations, is set to be showcased at the Rendezvous With Madness Festival, the largest mental health festival in the world.

Through this candid conversation, listeners will gain insight into the intersection of mental and physical health, and how pop culture can serve as a powerful tool for self-expression and recovery. Whether you're an art lover or someone seeking inspiration in your own mental health journey, Lisa's story is sure to resonate.