Popcorn Psychology

Happy Holidays! For our final episode of 2025, we are finally diving into A Christmas Carol, Muppet-style! We discuss the character of Ebenezor Scrooge and why he is so attached to money instead of relationships. We examine how his childhood created attachment wounds that impact the rest of his life until he is supernaturally intervened with on Christmas Eve. From all three of us at Popcorn Psychology, we wish you a peaceful end to this year and tons of love in return for the love we feel from you :)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/popcorn-psychology--3252280/support.

Happy Holidays! This is our first holiday episode this year! Listen while we discuss what is going on with Meredith, Everett and the rest of the clan! We discuss relationship dynamics when families are going through grief, importance of finding meaning and purpose in your life as well as those expensive shoes being broken willy nilly! This episode features Hannah and Brittney only and we missed our Ben while recording! Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/popcorn-psychology--3252280/support.

Happy Halloween! For our spooky episode of 2025, we are discussing Sinners! This is Hannah and Brittney's favorite movie of 2025 and we are so excited to be talking about it.We discuss many heavy topics: childhood abuse, racial violence, oppressive systems; so be mindful while listening. Below you can find the research referenced by Brittney in this episode:https://lazarussiafa.medium.com/myth-metaphor-and-meaning-a-deep-dive-into-the-overwhelming-symbolic-architecture-in-the-movie-24e39197990dhttps://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2025/04/11881716/sinners-movie-ending-explained-wunmi-mosaku-interviewhttps://tapmagazine.org/all-articles/sinners-is-a-film-about-black-joyhttps://theemancipator.org/2025/04/26/topics/movies-and-tv/sinners-movie-analysis-beautiful-struggle-belong-survive/https://thedig.howard.edu/all-stories/sinners-have-souls-too-humanization-deep-south-ryan-cooglers-southern-gothic-horror-sinnershttps://www.horrorhomeroom.com/black-joy-white-interruptions-sinners-and-the-afrofuturism-of-black-horror/https://browderfile.substack.com/p/the-psychology-of-sinners-and-theBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/popcorn-psychology--3252280/support.

Today we are gonna show you how its's DONE DONE DONE as we cover the MOVIE. OF. THE. YEAR. K-Pop Demon Hunters! In this episode we discuss Identity, Shame, and Healing Connections with those closest to you! This film has taken over the hearts of kids and adults everywhere and is absolutley GOLDEN! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/popcorn-psychology--3252280/support.

Come with us on a journey to Fantasia in this episodes film, Neverending Story. In this episode we discuss the shift in idenity that takes place when we lose a loved one. We discover the stages of grief throughout the film. We also discuss bibliotherapy and using stories to help heal ourselves. Please enjoy this wild ride with us. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/popcorn-psychology--3252280/support.

The Trolley Problem meets Zombies! Enjoy this Live episode on The Last of Us (HBO) from FanExpo Chicago 2025!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/popcorn-psychology--3252280/support.

Popcorn Psychology LIVE at FanExpo Chicago 2025!!! Panel 1 of 2 on Thunderbolts and When Marvel Gets Mental Health Right!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/popcorn-psychology--3252280/support.

Join us as we take our first trip down Burton lane to talk about Big Fish! We go into depth about the characters of Edward and William and their complicated dynamic as father and son. We explore the motivation behind Edward's tall tales and their impact on his relationship with his son. So get your fishing rod and waders and join us in the deep waters of Big Fish!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/popcorn-psychology--3252280/support.

When the moon hits your eyes like a big pizzzza pie you will love this move all over again! Listen to this amazing episode on one of our favorite films ever! Hear us explore Identity Crises, Relationships, Grief, End of Life Issues, Cher, and hear the incredible weight of Hannah's massive talent!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/popcorn-psychology--3252280/support.

Dive into the world of a new Marvel movie, where a team of antiheroes confronts their traumatic pasts. The discussion explores mental health themes, especially through the character Yelena's struggles with identity and depression. Relationships are dissected, highlighting the complexities of familial bonds marked by narcissism. The hosts humorously analyze character transformations, the challenges of diagnosing trauma, and the healing potential when characters develop supportive dynamics. Join the conversation as they unravel the emotional depth of superhero storytelling.