Popcorn Psychology

[Content Warning: Discussions of abuse and violence]

Happy Halloween! For our second spooky installment of 2026, we finally discuss Pan's Labyrinth! We explored Ofella's use of imagination and storytelling to manage her traumatic circumstances. We conceptualize Capt. Vidal as a case study of Antisocial Personality Disorder. We also discuss the importance of ethical disobedience as both a therapist and as a person. Stay safe out there!

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Listen while Brittney and Hannah discuss one of the most talked about movies this year: Obsession. We will be discussing avoidance, anxiety, grief and trauma in this episode. We break down the characters of Bear, Nikki and Wish Nikki. Let us know what you think! 

Trigger warning: Suicide

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[Content Warning: some discussion of suicide]

Join us as we disect the 1995 classic, Now And Then! We discuss each of the movie's four main characters: Roberta, Teeny, Samantha, and Chrissy. We explore each of the girl's struggles, be it the death of a parent, going through the first divorce in the neighborhood, or trying to get your parents' attention. We discuss how their childhood experiences have influenced their presentation as adults. We hope you enjoy!

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We are finally talking about ET, a film that we have had on our list since we started! We discuss how a family deals with a parent leaving and how it effects sibling relationships and family dynamics. We also discuss empathy and communication as well as who is Keys and what does he want. As always ending with treatment and final thoughts. Let us know what you think about this incredible film!

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Listen as we explore the famous popcorn movie, A Knights Tale from 2001. In this episode, we discuss self determination within each of our main characters as well as how important it is to live towards your purpose and values. We also discuss the clear familial bond we see between Wat, Rolland and Will as chosen family. Instead of doing our regular treatment we are discussing self care and how important it is to take time for yourself and watch silly movies like this one. Did we all love it? Listen and find out! 

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WHAT ABOUT BOB!?!?!?!?!?!? We try to answer that question in our official premiere episode of Season 9! We use Bob as a case study for how to use differential diagnosing. We also rip apart the portrayal of a therapist via Dr. Leo Marvin. 

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Happy Valentine's Day! Our poll winner this year is Bridget Jones's Diary! We meant to talk about authenticity and ended up having an indepth conversation on ADHD in women and the impact this diagnosis can have on someone who goes undiagnosed into adulthood. Of course, we also discuss the romantic relationships seen in the movie as well as the societal factors that exacerbate Bridget's self-esteem. Join us and spread the love!

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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 :)

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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! 

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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-24e39197990d

https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2025/04/11881716/sinners-movie-ending-explained-wunmi-mosaku-interview

https://tapmagazine.org/all-articles/sinners-is-a-film-about-black-joy

https://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-sinners

https://www.horrorhomeroom.com/black-joy-white-interruptions-sinners-and-the-afrofuturism-of-black-horror/

https://browderfile.substack.com/p/the-psychology-of-sinners-and-the



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