SUPERHERO THERAPY PODCAST
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November 30, 2018: Episode 21: (Psychology of Crimes of Grindelwald)
Dr. Scarlet and Dustin discuss the power of villainous charisma and other psychological connections to the new Fantastic Beasts film. **Spoiler Alert!**
November 21,2018: Episode 20: (Psychology of Wrestling)
Dr. Scarlet and Dustin are joined by special guest, the sweetest man in wrestling, Gentleman Jervis Cottonbelly. Join them as they discuss battling through injury and mental health disorders.
October 31, 2018: Episode 19: (Psychology of Halloween)
Join Dustin and Dr. Scarlet as they discuss the psychology of Halloween. HAPPY HALLOWEEN, EVERYONE!
**Samhain was written and performed by Dustin and Anthony McGinnis of the Brothers McGinnis.**
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October 3, 2018: Episode 18: (Psychology of DC Superheroes)
Join host Dustin McGinnis, Dr. Janina Scarlet, and special Guest: Dr. Travis Langley as they discuss the psychology of DC Superheroes and the importance of accurate mental health depictions in pop culture.
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August 30, 2018: Episode 17 (Psychology of 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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August 6, 2018: Episode 16 (Psychology of 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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July 24, 2018: Episode 15 (Psychology of Cult TV Panel)
Special Episode of the Superhero Therapy Podcast. Our audio coverage of Dr. Scarlet’s Psychology of Cult TV pane from SDCC 2018.
Description:
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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June 16, 2018: Episode 14 (Supernatural Psychology)
Along with discussing the psychology of the CW series SUPERNATURAL, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin talk with Rachel Miner (Meg Masters) about her experience on the show.
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June 2, 2018: Episode 13 (Westworld Psychology)
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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May 19, 2018: Episode 12 (The Punisher Psychology)
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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May 5, 2018: Episode 11 (Infinity War Therapy)
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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April 22, 2018: Episode 10 (The Walking Dead Psychology)
Take a deeper bite out of the wildly popular zombie television series as Dr. Scarlet and Dustin talk about the psychology of The Walking Dead.
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April 7, 2018: Episode 9 (Psychology of Gaming)
In this week’s episode, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin discuss the different ways that video games provide cognitive advantages and therapeutic benefits.
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March 24, 2018: Episode 8 (Psychology of Black Panther)
People can’t get enough of Black Panther in the movie theaters. If you’re wanting even more…Dustin and Dr. Scarlet take a deeper dive into the character in this week’s episode.
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February 24, 2018: Episode 7 (Psychology of the Good Place)
Did you ever think you’d get to listen to a podcast about the psychology of The Afterlife? Well, welcome to this week’s episode of Superhero Therapy. Today, Dustin and Dr. Scarlet discuss The Good Place.
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January 20, 2018: Episode 6 (Dr. Who Psychology)
Doctor Who began in November of 1963. After 54 years and 13 regenerations, the doctor has regenerated into a woman. Join Dustin McGinnis and Dr. Janina Scarlet, as well as special guests, Alan Kistler and Josué Cardona in discussing the psychology behind the Doctor’s compassion, emotional connection and losses, as well as the importance of diversity and representation. They’ll also dive into the psychology of the most terrifying monsters of the show.
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December 9, 2017: Episode 5 (Psychology of Star Wars)
Dr. Scarlet and Dustin are joined by Phillip Anthony-Rodriguez (Fifth Brother – Star Wars Rebels) to discuss psychology and Star Wars. Topics include character journeys, what makes good or evil, the concept of hope and much more.
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December 1, 2017: Episode 4 (Psychology of Stranger Things)
Even though Stranger Things takes place in the 1980s, the success of the series is due to its broad appeal. In this episode, we take a closer look at how the lives and relationships of the characters relate to real life. Find out how Dr. Scarlet connects with Eleven and her struggles. We’ll discuss what might be happening to Will as he deals with flashbacks and episodes (PTSD? The Anniversary Effect?). We’ll take a close look at the relationship Max has with her step brother, Hopper has with Eleven and Eleven has with Dr. Brenner. How could she remain attached to a man who tortured her? Is it Stockholm Syndrome? We’ll also attempt to figure out what psychological representations could be found in The Upside Down. Finally, we’ll talk about what the series shows us about being a friend and a hero.
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November 11, 2017: Episode 3 (Psychology of Game of Thrones)
It might be exhilarating or shocking to get into the minds of the heroes and villains of Game of Thrones, but that’s what Dr. Scarlet does in today’s episode. Join her and Dustin as they discuss Brienne, Ramsay, Tyrion and more.
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October 28, 2017: Episode 2 (Jessica Jones & the Killgrave Effect)
The psychology of Jessica Jones is heavily rooted in the trauma caused by The Purple Man (Zebadiah Killgrave). In this episode, Dr. Scarlet explains how The Killgrave Effect’s impact on sexual assault is very real in today’s world. In fact, a perfect example is present in one of today’s most talked about news stories. Find out what it all means and how victims and their friends can become heroes.
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October 14, 2017: Episode 1 (Psychology of Harry Potter)
In this first episode of Superhero Therapy, Dr. Janina Scarlet & Dustin McGinnis talk about the psychological meanings depicted in Harry Potter’s life. Did he suffer from PTSD? What do the boggarts represent? What are the pros and cons of house placement? They’ll discuss all of these questions and more.
https://youtu.be/0MVhMf7F34s
October 19, 2017: So excited to announce that the first episode of the Superhero Therapy Podcast was reviewed by Roqoo Depot and was their “Pick of the Week.” Check out the review on their website Here or read below.
Superhero Therapy: The Psychology of Harry Potter is hosted by Dr. Janina Scarlet and Dustin McGinnis as they tackle the psychology elements of the Harry Potter franchise, which gets pretty interesting. They talk about the correlation between Dementors and depression, how you can use Harry Potter to help in therapy, the use of boggarts in relation to fear, the separation of the houses and the similarity to the competitiveness in colleges and private schools. If you are a Harry Potter fan, this one is a great listen. It’s informative, but it’s not dry. They do a good job of engaging the listener’s interest. Plus they’ve got good audio quality and good hosts. Excellent debut episode. I’m also marking this one as my pick of the week as it was a clear standout.
Podcast Network: Assembly of Geeks, Runtime: 25 minutes, Rating: Excellent, Pick of the Week