Popcorn Psychology

Explore the themes of fascism, generational trauma, and maladaptive coping strategies in The Hunger Games. Discuss the police state and control in Panem, the survival strategies of Katniss and Peeta, and the influence of games on society. Also, delve into the importance of continuing treatment after trauma and the love for The Hunger Games characters.

In our second fan requested episode of the season we take a trip to Bat Country to discuss the cult classic Fear and Loathing and the myriad of substance use issues presented within! We discuss the difficulty in diagnosing disorders due to substance use, treating people who are engaged in a substance abuse lifestyle, suicidality, homicidality, psychosis, mania and the use of motivational interviewing with resistant cases.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/popcorn-psychology--3252280/support.

With this episode we start our Substance Abuse Month. We evaluate the role of cultural and generational factors on Alcohol abuse. We also examine the role of generational trauma and how it gets passed down within familes and cultures. We also discuss the impact of emotional instability and secret keeping on relationships and how it can lead to abuse patterns.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/popcorn-psychology--3252280/support.

Get your wands at the ready!! Today is our third and final installment of the Harry Potter series!! In this episode we will discussing the themes of heroism, resilience through ongoing trauma, and the dangers of secret-keeping. We also discuss the psychological impact of both the magical horcuxes and the very real isolation our three heroes experience on their journey. Join us as we finally reach the end of this magical movie franchise!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/popcorn-psychology--3252280/support.

Ever found out that your bio dad is an intergalactic evil warlord? Or was ignorantly smug of kissing a girl who was unknowingly your twin sister?? Well we have got an episode for you! We are discussing, Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back with Special Guest Anthony Sytko from Capes on the Couch! We discuss the relationships between Luke and Yoda, Han and Leia, Lando and himself, and finally Luke and Vader! Tune in to hear our opinions on the depictions of mentoring, heroism, manipulation, and romance. May the Force Be With You!*Disclaimer: Due to using Skype and other tech oddities, this episode contains a few minor audio glitches you wouldn’t normally hear from us. Thank you for your patience and happy listening!*Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/popcorn-psychology--3252280/support.

It's Shark Week! In this Episode on the Will Ferrell/ John C. Reilly classic comedy Step Brothers we discuss the depiction of Emotional Maturity and Development, Blended Families, and the (TERRIBLE) depiction of Client-Therapist relationships in the media! Did we just become best friends?!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/popcorn-psychology--3252280/support.

Have you heard the tragedy of Darth Plagueis the Wise? In this special short LIVE episode we cover Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith and the manipulation and grooming masterfully deployed by Palpatine to turn Anakin Skywalker into Darth Vader. We discuss the specific strategies that master manipulators use to groom their prey and detail how Darth Sidious played the long game in his slow gaslighting of Anakin and helped warp his mind from the Chosen One to the Dark Lord. We also discuss how the failure of the Jedi's communication and training techniques and how failing to tell him the truth helped convert him from hero to villain! Tune in to hear the story of the fall of the Chosen One!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/popcorn-psychology--3252280/support.

SPOILER ALERT!!!! Avengers Assemble and make sure you have your kleenex! In this epsiode we will be discussing the events of Avengers Endgame and Infinity War in full detail so DON"T LISTEN UNTIL YOU ARE READY because this epsidoe is FULL OF SPOILERS! Without giving too much away we will be discsussing how the OG Avengers Hawkeye, Black Widow, Hulk, Thor, Captain America, and Iron Man deal with Grief and Loss in these two epic films!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/popcorn-psychology--3252280/support.

In this podcast, the hosts discuss the themes of grief, loss, and revenge fantasies in the movie The Princess Bride. They explore how the characters cope with loss and change, and the dangers of negative narratives and revenge fantasies. They also analyze a character's depression and the emotional impact of the movie. The hosts delve into topics such as investing time and energy, unrealistic expectations and obsession, dynamics of anger and hope, and struggles with identity and purpose.

The wait is over! In the second installment of our Harry Potter series we are discussing The Order of the Phoenix and The Half Blood Prince! This episode will largely focus on youth trauma and the various responses to it in youth as demonstrated by Harry, Luna, and Draco. We will also evaluate the healthiness of the responses to it by the adults in the films and how their use of information (or lack thereof) impacts recovery. We will also discuss the villainous Dolores Umbridge and evaluate whether or not she demonstrated the Dark Triad of Narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/popcorn-psychology--3252280/support.