ST Podcast Ep. 17: Lord of the Rings
J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic tale, Lord of The Rings is a timeless masterpiece. The story is rich with psychological metaphor and cleverly examines the enduring strength of the human spirit. Join Dr. Scarlet, Dustin, and special guest, Dr. Michael Mallen as they unravel the psychologies within Lord of The Rings.
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ST Podcast Ep. 16: Brooklyn 99
Brooklyn 99 is a progressive T.V. show that humbly celebrates diversity and inclusion. Join Dustin and Dr. Scarlet as they explore the Psychology of this glorious show and the importance of social acceptance.
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When Bruce Wayne’s parents are murdered in a dark alley, his life is forever changed by this tragedy. Bruce spends many years of his life and many of his resources to become Batman, the hero of Gotham City, to ensure that no one suffers the same fate he does. Similarly, when T’Challa witnesses the death of his father in Vienna, he elects to fight for his right to become the Black Panther, in order to protect the people of Wakanda from travesty and invasion.
Although these stories are fictional, they demonstrate how we may be able to use our origin stories to develop a narrative to become our version of a Superhero in real life (IRL).
ST Podcast Ep. 16: Psychology of Cult TV Panel SDCC 2018
Special Episode of the Superhero Therapy Podcast. Our audio coverage of Dr. Scarlet’s Psychology of Cult TV pane from SDCC 2018.
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A team of actors, TV writers, and psychologists discuss the psychology of your favorite TV shows, such as Supernatural, Star Wars Rebels, The Punisher, Jessica Jones, Doctor Who,and many others. Psychologists Dr. Janina Scarlet (Superhero Therapy, Harry Potter Therapy, Dark Agents) and Dr. Travis Langley (Batman: A Dark & Stormy Knight, Supernatural Psychology), actors Ruth Connell (Supernatural) and Rachel Miner (Supernatural), TV writers Christine Boylan (The Punisher, Once Upon a Time, Cloak & Dagger), Greg Weisman (Gargoyles, Young Justice), and Deric Hughes (Arrow, Flash, Beauty and the Beast) discuss your favorite TV shows. Dr. Billy San Juan (Doctor Who Psychology, California Screamin’) moderates.
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The world in which children are ripped apart from their parents for running away from war and torture, a world in which the US pulls out of the UN Human Rights Council, a world in which children are being put into concentration camps and workers aren’t allowed to comfort them needs Superheroes now more than ever.
The accident happened 15 years ago. I injured my knee during a rehearsal for a dance competition and after months of physical therapy my doctor told me that I would never run or dance again.
ST Podcast Ep. 13: Westworld
Can artificial intelligence feel emotion? What place would sentient life have in humanity? Join Dr. Scarlet and Dustin as they discuss the appeal of lawless behavior and violent delight in the psychology of Westworld.
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I am so incredibly grateful to each and everyone of you for all your support and for believing in me and in Superhero Therapy.
This past month has been magical. I have been able to visit four different countries in 16 days – Germany, Italy, Ireland, and England, in order to train mental health professionals in how to conduct Superhero Therapy and advocate for mental health destigmatization via pop culture.
ST Podcast Ep. 12: The Punisher
Dr. Scarlet and Dustin are joined by Marine veteran and military peer counselor, Travis Adams for a discussion of their favorite anti-hero -The Punisher. Life after service can be difficult especially when someone looses their only support system. Tune in to learn about the psychology behind Frank Castle (Punisher) and other related characters.
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ST Podcast Ep. 11: Avengers Infinity War
Shocked, stunned, speechless and distraught are just some of the words used to describe the reaction to the latest MCU film. The affect that Avengers Infinity War had on audiences can be felt worldwide. In today’s episode, Dr. Janina Scarlet and Dustin will bring you healing and hope following the invasion of Thanos.
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