Dr. Scarlet was honored to be invited by Akita International University in Japan (AkitaIntlu) to participate in a TEDx talk for their “Ideas Worth Spreading” event in November 2020.
Every day, people struggle, and so do superheroes. If you are struggling, remember that this is your hero’s journey. And if you are scared, this is you being brave. You matter. You make a difference. So, please, keep superheroing and don’t forget your cape. You can watch her beautiful talk below:
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
S3 Chapter 10: The Marauder’s Map
On this episode, Dr. Janina Scarlet and Host Dustin McGinnis solemnly swear they’re up to no good. They discuss the value of prized possessions, the triggering effect of Dementors, the invasive nature of the Marauder’s Map, and the sting of betrayal.
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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
S3 Chapter 9: Grim Defeat
On this episode, Dr. Janina Scarlet and Host Dustin McGinnis discuss substitute teachers, some possible ways to handle anxiety and fear, how trauma can linger throughout life, and an all new fascinating chapter of Cultural Curiosities about Werewolves.
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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
S3 Chapter 8: Flight of the Fat Lady
On this episode Dr. Janina Scarlet and Host Dustin McGinnis discuss the negative connotations of fat phobia, how fear can result in a loss of humanity, and how Hagrid is in the formidable grips of the fraud syndrome.
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ST Podcast Ep. 60: The Mandalorian
Join Dr. Janina Scarlet and Host Dustin McGinnis as they discuss the first ever live-action Star Wars series: The Mandalorian. On this episode the talk about the power of objects, symbols and creeds, the psychology of cute, and how the the great Mandalorian and Jedi purges mirror the horrors and trauma inflicted upon Indigenous Americans.
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S2 Chapter 18: Dobby’s Reward
On the final episode of season 2, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin discuss the the last chapter of the Chamber of Secrets: Dobby’s Reward. They cover the strength of choices, classism, and how a loved one’s pain and suffering could lead to our own mental health struggles.
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Dr. Scarlet was honored to be interviewed by the Mental Health News Radio about Dark Agents and about how graphic novels and our connections with pop culture can help young adults cope with their Mental Health Struggles.
Dr. Scarlet was honored to be interviewed about Dark Agents by the OCR. This article wonderful illustrates the power of healing through our connection with pop culture and entertainment.
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Season 2 Chapter 6: Gilderoy Lockhart
Join Dustin and Dr. Scarlet as they discuss the ever narcissistic Gilderoy Lockhart, the public shaming aspect of a “Howler,” and even how the magical ceiling of the Great Hall can reflect depression.
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Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Chapter 4: At Flourish and Blotts
Join Dr. Janina Scarlet and Dustin McGinnis as they dive into discussions about our human attraction to dark things, jealousy, prejudice, and the environmentally safe applications of flu powder.
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