Mind the Force

Mind the Force

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  • Ep XII: Tarkin, Part II

    On Ep XII of Mind the Force, join Kristine and James as they continue their journey through the mind of Grand Moff Wilhuff Tarkin during his most formidable years at the military mastermind of the mighty Galactic Empire.

    Picking right up from the end of Tarkin, Part I, they discuss the heavy costs of the Empire's brand of "justice", how hubris can blind even the savviest of minds, and ask the hard hitting question on everyone's mind; who was Tarkin's best friend?

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    A great piece of source material!

    Strategy Strikes Back: How Star Wars Explains Modern Military Conflict

    https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/36478363-strategy-strikes-back

    Hosts: Kristine McPartlin & James Abbate

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    Mental Health Disclaimer

    I am not a medical or mental health professional. Mind the Force podcast is intended for inspirational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Nowhere in this Podcast do I diagnose or treat listeners with any kind of psychological, mental, emotional or physical disorder as might be diagnosed and treated by a personal psychologist or other professional advisor. The content is not intended to be a substitute for working with a therapist or licensed mental health professional.

    1 hr 48 min
  • Ep XI: Tarkin, Part I

    On Ep XI of Mind the Force, Kristine and James roll out the first of two (count em, two!) episodes on everyone's favorite maniacal, military Moff himself, Grand Moff Wilhuff Tarkin.

    Join the fun as they explore the life and mind of this complex fellow, from his wild childhood on the outer rim planet of Eriadu to the hallowed halls at the center of Galactic power.

    Hosts: Kristine McPartlin & James Abbate

    Mind the Force Website: ⁠https://mindtheforce.com/⁠

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    Mental Health Disclaimer

    I am not a medical or mental health professional. Mind the Force podcast is intended for inspirational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Nowhere in this Podcast do I diagnose or treat listeners with any kind of psychological, mental, emotional or physical disorder as might be diagnosed and treated by a personal psychologist or other professional advisor. The content is not intended to be a substitute for working with a therapist or licensed mental health professional.

    2 hr 38 min
  • Ep X - Barriss Offee

    On Ep X of Mind the Force, we cover the life and times of Fallen Jedi turned mystic healer, Barriss Offee. From her troubled days as a padawan to the dark halls of the Inquisitorius, we take a look at this classic Star Wars redemption arc.

    And we are excited to bring on James Abbate as our permanent co-host! Welcome to Mind the Force, James!

     

    Hosts: Kristine McPartlin & James Abbate

    Mind the Force Website: ⁠https://mindtheforce.com/⁠

    Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindtheforce/⁠

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    Mental Health Disclaimer

    I am not a medical or mental health professional. Mind the Force podcast is intended for inspirational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Nowhere in this Podcast do I diagnose or treat listeners with any kind of psychological, mental, emotional or physical disorder as might be diagnosed and treated by a personal psychologist or other professional advisor. The content is not intended to be a substitute for working with a therapist or licensed mental health professional.

    1 hr 39 min
  • Ep IX - Chewbacca

    On Ep IX of Mind the Force, Kristine is joined by HB Gibson and Julie Christiansen to discuss Chewbacca and the nuances of what honor means to Wookie culture and his life debt to Han Solo. From the emotional wisdom that comes with age to the mental effects of war and technology on society, this is one you don't want to miss!

    HB Gibson

    https://linktr.ee/hb_gibson

     

    Julie A Christiansen

    https://linktr.ee/leverage_u

    https://www.angersolution.com/

     

    Host: Kristine McPartlin

    Mind the Force Website: ⁠https://mindtheforce.com/⁠

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    Mental Health Disclaimer

    I am not a medical or mental health professional. Mind the Force podcast is intended for inspirational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Nowhere in this Podcast do I diagnose or treat listeners with any kind of psychological, mental, emotional or physical disorder as might be diagnosed and treated by a personal psychologist or other professional advisor. The content is not intended to be a substitute for working with a therapist or licensed mental health professional.

    3 hr 21 min
  • Ep VIII - Star Wars Podcast Day

    On Ep VIII of Mind the Force, Kristine is solo dolo and paying homage to the 4th annual Star Wars Podcast Day. We are joining over 100 other Star Wars podcasts and dropping an episode to celebrate 25 years of Star Wars podcasts. Kristine talks about her love of the franchise and how the Mind the Force podcast came to be.

    Shout out to Daniel at Star Wars Podcast Day for letting us take part in such a fun SW community event!

    https://www.facebook.com/StarWarsPodDay

    https://www.instagram.com/starwarspodday/

     

    Host: Kristine McPartlin

    Mind the Force Website: ⁠https://mindtheforce.com/⁠

    Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindtheforce/⁠

    Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/mindtheforce

    Mental Health Disclaimer
    I am not a medical or mental health professional. Mind the Force podcast is intended for inspirational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Nowhere in this Podcast do I diagnose or treat listeners with any kind of psychological, mental, emotional or physical disorder as might be diagnosed and treated by a personal psychologist or other professional advisor. The content is not intended to be a substitute for working with a therapist or licensed mental health professional.

    30 min
  • Ep VII - Cad Bane

    On Ep VII of Mind the Force, the topic on the table is the infamous bounty hunter, Cad Bane. Kristine is joined by James Abbate, friend and fellow long time Star Wars nerd, and Simone Rinne, Social Worker & Host of The Mindful Men Podcast. Together they dig into the psychological affairs of one very hardworking but possibly misguided Duros bounty hunter.

    Co-Host: James Abbate

    Special Guest: Simone Rinne, AASW

    https://www.mindful-men.com.au

    https://linktr.ee/MindfulMen

    Host: Kristine McPartlin

    Mind the Force Website: ⁠https://mindtheforce.com/⁠

    Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindtheforce/⁠

    Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/mindtheforce

    Mental Health Disclaimer
    I am not a medical or mental health professional. Mind the Force podcast is intended for inspirational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Nowhere in this Podcast do I diagnose or treat listeners with any kind of psychological, mental, emotional or physical disorder as might be diagnosed and treated by a personal psychologist or other professional advisor. The content is not intended to be a substitute for working with a therapist or licensed mental health professional.

    2 hr 43 min
  • Ep VI - Anakin Skywalker, The Beginning of the Fall | Condition Assessment

    On Episode VI of Mind the Force, Kristine McPartlin is joined by Licensed Psychotherapist, Elisa Peimer, to get her professional thoughts and feelings on Anakin's final days and traumas before his fall to the dark side. We get into accountability, repression, loss, and emotional processing in the final installment of the Anakin Skywalker Trilogy Arc.

    Elisa Peimer, LMSW: https://solmentalhealth.com/providers/elisa-peimer/

    Host: Kristine McPartlin

    Mind the Force Website: ⁠https://mindtheforce.com/⁠

    Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindtheforce/⁠

    Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/mindtheforce

    Mental Health Disclaimer

    I am not a medical or mental health professional. Mind the Force podcast is intended for inspirational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Nowhere in this Podcast do I diagnose or treat listeners with any kind of psychological, mental, emotional or physical disorder as might be diagnosed and treated by a personal psychologist or other professional advisor. The content is not intended to be a substitute for working with a therapist or licensed mental health professional.

     

    1 hr 15 min
  • Ep V - Anakin Skywalker, The Beginning of the Fall | Character Analysis

    On Ep V of Mind the Force, Kristine and Matt examine the final days of Anakin's life before his infamous fall to the dark side.

    Host: Kristine McPartlin & Matt McPartlin

    Mind the Force Website: ⁠https://mindtheforce.com/⁠

    Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindtheforce/⁠

    Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/mindtheforce

    Mental Health Disclaimer

    I am not a medical or mental health professional. Mind the Force podcast is intended for inspirational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Nowhere in this Podcast do I diagnose or treat listeners with any kind of psychological, mental, emotional or physical disorder as might be diagnosed and treated by a personal psychologist or other professional advisor. The content is not intended to be a substitute for working with a therapist or licensed mental health professional.

    2 hr 26 min
  • Ep IV - Anakin Skywalker, From Girls to Gods | Condition Assessment

    On Episode IV of Mind the Force, Kristine speaks to LMHP, Bria Spencer, and gets her take on Anakin's shenanigans in Attack of the Clones and the early days of Clone Wars: The Animated Series.

    Host: Kristine McPartlin

    Mind the Force Website: ⁠https://mindtheforce.com/⁠

    Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindtheforce/⁠

    Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/mindtheforce

    Mental Health Disclaimer

    I am not a medical or mental health professional. Mind the Force podcast is intended for inspirational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Nowhere in this Podcast do I diagnose or treat listeners with any kind of psychological, mental, emotional or physical disorder as might be diagnosed and treated by a personal psychologist or other professional advisor. The content is not intended to be a substitute for working with a therapist or licensed mental health professional.

    1 hr 6 min
  • Ep III - Anakin Skywalker, From Girls to Gods | Character Analysis

    Here on Ep III, we continue with Anakin's story, beginning with his reunion with Padme in Attack of the Clones and following through to his destiny altering meeting with the Mortis Gods in The Clone Wars: The Animated series.

    Host: Kristine McPartlin & Matt McPartlin

    Mind the Force Website: ⁠https://mindtheforce.com/⁠

    Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindtheforce/⁠

    Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/mindtheforce

    Mental Health Disclaimer

    I am not a medical or mental health professional. Mind the Force podcast is intended for inspirational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Nowhere in this Podcast do I diagnose or treat listeners with any kind of psychological, mental, emotional or physical disorder as might be diagnosed and treated by a personal psychologist or other professional advisor. The content is not intended to be a substitute for working with a therapist or licensed mental health professional.

    2 hr 17 min

About Mind the Force

From the publisher's feed

Welcome to Mind the Force Podcast, where Star Wars fandom meets mental health awareness. Hosted by Kristine McPartlin & James Abbate, we dive into the intersections between the Star Wars universe and real-life mental health journeys, unpacking the wisdom that our favorite characters and stories offer for resilience, healing, and growth. Each episode, we explore themes of trauma, identity, courage, and connection, using these tales from a galaxy far, far away as a lens to discuss mental wellness in a relatable, thoughtful way.