Superhero Therapy

ST Podcast Ep. 63: The Falcon & the Winter Soldier

The Legacy of Captain America Explored and Unveiled! On the new episode of the Superhero Therapy podcast, Dr. Janina Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis explore the latest Marvel Masterpiece, The Falcon and the Winter Solder. They discuss the importance of Legacy, Bucky’s drive for redemption, the politics of compassion, Isiah Bradley’s integrity, and the responsibility that comes with power.

ST Podcast Ep. 62: WandaVision

On this magical episode, Dr. Janina Scarlet and Host Dustin McGinnis take on the reality shattering new Marvel series: WandaVision.

ST Podcast Ep. 61: Cobra Kai

On this episode, Dr. Janina Scarlet and Host Dustin McGinnis explore the wisdom and beauty found in Karate Kid spin-of series, Cobra Kai. They discuss the heartwarming feeling of nostalgia, the power of a teacher’s influence, and how redemption is possible for anyone and can provide a path to healing and connection.

ST Podcast Ep. 60: The Mandalorian

Join Dr. Janina Scarlet and Host Dustin McGinnis as they discuss the first ever live-action Star Wars series: The Mandalorian. On this episode the talk about the power of objects, symbols and creeds, the psychology of cute, and how the the great Mandalorian and Jedi purges mirror the horrors and trauma inflicted upon Indigenous Americans.

ST Podcast Ep. 59: The End of Supernatural

After 15 seasons and 327 episodes, Supernatural is coming to an end. Over the years the fan base has grown into the millions and have a become a family, the SPNFamily. Join Dr. Janina Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis for their first live podcast recorded from The Outpost Con 2020. On this episode they discuss this wonderful show and how to cope with the end.

ST Podcast Ep. 58: ParaNorman

On this hauntingly special episode, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin discuss the charmingly endearing movie, ParaNorman. This movie tackles psychological themes in such a beautiful way. Although we’re living in a time full of fear and uncertainty, our fears don’t have to define us or change who we are. Although we might be afraid of what we don’t understand, it is possible to embrace our similarities through compassion and understanding.

ST Podcast Ep. 57: Monk

On this episode Dr. Janina Scarlet and Dustin McGinnis talk about the charmingly entertaining TV series: Monk. They discuss complex trauma, exposure therapy, bullying, and the power of love.

ST Podcast Ep. 56: She-Ra and the Princesses of Power

Join Dr. Scarlet and Dustin as they discuss the wonderfully charming Netflix Re-make of the animation classic, She-Ra. They discuss diversity, representation, body positivity, and how grief can motivate heroes as well as villains.

ST Podcast Ep. 55: We Stand With The Resistance. Black Lives Matter

“The opposite of a hero is not a villain. It’s a bystander”

-Matt Langdon (Founder of The Hero Construction Company)

On this episode, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin discuss and condemn the systematic racism and police brutality ravaging our world. The senseless death of George Floyd along with so many other black individuals has got to stop. Enough is enough. This is our call to stand up for change and equality. This is our call to aid members of our community who are dying and need our help. We see you. We support. We stand with you. Black Lives Matter.

ST Podcast Ep. 54: Pop Culture & Diversity with Karama Horne

On this enlightening episode, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin have a wonderful discussion on the current climate of pop culture diversity and representation with special guest, the Blerdgurl herself, Karama Horne.