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In December, PopSugar (Shannon Carlin) interviewed Ryan and Hayley about White Lotus and why people like to "hate watch" for her article: Love to Hate the "White Lotus" Characters? There's a Psychological Explanation For That  We've got the audio of that interview for you here! Enjoy - let us know what characters you love to hate! @PopPsych101 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poppsych101/message

This week Ryan and Hayley invite Debbie Carroll (Onsite) to join them to discuss mental health in the entertainment industry, in general, and specifically how it is represented in Almost Famous.  Onsite, a Nashville-based emotional company with 40 years of experience, has launched a first-of-its-kind program specifically designed to support the entertainment industry — musicians, actors and other public-facing professionals — to proactively manage their mental and emotional health. Debbie Carroll joined Onsite in March to lead its entertainment industry program. Debbie is a licensed social worker and was with The Recording Academy’s MusiCares program for more than 20 years, most recently as vice president of health and human services. She is one of the most experienced and knowledgeable people in the industry when it comes to supporting artists mentally and emotionally. PLEASE Rate, Review, and Subscribe! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poppsych101/message

This week Hayley flips the script on Ryan and surprises him with a conversation about what it's like doing PopPsych101 over the past 4-ish years. They discuss the PopPsych101 journey from start to future! Follow us @PopPsych101 let us know what you think! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poppsych101/message

This week Ryan and Hayley discuss Marvel's She-Hulk. They explore how sudden life-changes can affect identity, how the female experience shows up in Jennifer Walters's expression as She-Hulk, and what they think of Jennifer's group therapy experience. They also are lucky to check in with their own Jennifer, Attorney-at-Law: Ryan's wife! She shares where the show hits the mark on lawyering and were it doesn't represent a true attorney's experience.  Please rate, REVIEW, and subscribe!  And check in with them on all socials: @PopPsych101 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poppsych101/message

Because it's Halloween week and everyone has been begging for them to cover Midsommar, Ryan and Hayley find a way to make it happen... In this week's episode, Ryan explains to Hayley about the plot of Midsommar and she uses her intake session skills to ask questions so she can understand the context and psychology of the creepy film.  Follow us @poppsych101 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poppsych101/message

This episode, Ryan and Hayley delve into a story arc in S7 of HIMYM. Robin dates her therapist *GASP*. Ryan and Hayley explore if everyone, ultimately, dates or marries "their parents." Please Rate Review and Subscribe... these things all help! Reviews are the best! Also follow us on social media @poppsych101  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poppsych101/message

This week Ryan and Hayley discuss Hulu's The Bear. They explore the grief that characters are experiencing in different ways, the stress of professional hierarchies, and the importance of communication - both personally and on teams.  This episode includes a clip from comedian, Kyle Ayers. You can find him on instagram/twitter: @kyleayers, tiktok: @kyleayersthings, or for his (VERY FUN) podcast or more info check out https://linktr.ee/kyleayers! follow us @poppsych101! Byyyyeeeee. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poppsych101/message

This week Ryan and Hayley discuss the importance of validation, looking back on past choices and recognizing current choices, and the big question: Do multiverses exist? Follow us at @poppsych101 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poppsych101/message

This week Ryan and Hayley discuss Disney+'s Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers. They explore how friendships change over time and how conflict resolution is represented by our beloved chipmunks. They also explore why so many movies lately are so nostalgic and why it makes sense in current times.  Please follow them on all the socials! @poppsych101 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poppsych101/message

This week Ryan and Hayley discuss Netflix's Senior Year. They explore fixation, post-coma psychosis, and how high school experiences shape people, affect people as adults, and hold different value for people as they grow.  Please follow us on all social media @PopPsych101 PLEASE rate and review.... it helps us a lot! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poppsych101/message

This week Ryan and Hayley discuss one of the newest additions to the MCU: Moon Knight. They explore how Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) is portrayed in the film, where mental health and magic collide, and how Hollywood plays a role in how people view mental health.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poppsych101/message

This week Ryan and Hayley discuss Apple TV's Severance. They explore the ethics and morality of the procedure, some "psychological plot holes", and work-life balance. Please Rate, Review, and Subscribe. And follow us @poppsych101 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poppsych101/message

In this week's episode, Ryan and Hayley discuss Pixar's Turning Red. They explore puberty, parental pressure, and the struggle with narratives about controlling emotions. Follow us on social media @poppsych101 NOTE: Hayley's microphone settings were off, so her sound is a little hollow! But it seems to slightly improve as the episode progresses AND it's a great episode - so don't miss it! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poppsych101/message

This week Ryan and Hayley discuss Season2 Episde6 of the popular show Euphoria. They discuss mothers, the support they offer, and the representation of someone as more than their addiction. Ryan and Hayley also explore why people like the show despite its heavy topics.  linktr.ee/poppsych101 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poppsych101/message

This week Ryan and Hayley discuss people's need to be seen, the questions of Man vs Monster and Curiosity vs Confidence, and the arts of mentalism and magicians.  Linktr.ee/poppsych101 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poppsych101/message

This month, Ryan and Hayley are covering some Oscar nominated movies. This week, they discuss AppleTV's CODA. They cover needed codependence, communication, and being a teenager trying to find your own way. Transcription in linktree linktr.ee/poppsych101 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poppsych101/message

This month, Ryan and Hayley are covering a couple Oscar nominated movies. This week, they discuss Disney's Encanto. They cover the power of feeling seen, personal growth, gifts vs curses, and family dynamics.  linktr.ee/poppsych101 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poppsych101/message

This month, Ryan and Hayley are covering a couple Oscar nominated movies. This week, they discuss Netflix's The Power of the Dog. They cover toxic masculinity, how our personal narratives affect how we view things, and the is-this-or-isn't-this of antisocial personality disorder symptoms. linktr.ee/poppsych101 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poppsych101/message

This week Ryan and Hayley discuss an episode of Bluey called "Copy Cat." They explore the childlike experience of grief, coping through play, and different takes on parenting.  Please follow us @poppsych101 on the socials Rate, Review, and Subscribe. Linktr.ee/poppsych101  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poppsych101/message

This week, Ryan and  Hayley watch Apple TV's Finch and discuss  anxiety vs fear, artificial  intelligence, and the power of taking initiative. Rate, review, and subscribe! Thank you so much! linktr.ee/poppsych101 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poppsych101/message