Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchWhen the Screen Goes Dark: Why Celebrity Death Feels Personal
Episode 44
In this episode of The Shrink Down, we explore the emotional impact of celebrity deaths and why the loss of someone we’ve never met can feel surprisi…
3 hours ago
Too Legit to Quit: The Truth About Grit
Episode 43
Is grit really the secret to success—or have we oversimplified it? In this episode of The Shrink Down, Too Legit To Quit: The Truth About Grit, we un…
1 week ago
This Title is AI Generated: Human Thinking in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
Episode 42
In this episode "This Title Is AI Generated: Human Thinking in the Age of Artificial Intelligence", we unpack the multifaceted impact of AI on mental…
2 weeks ago
Halftime Huddle: From Fandom & Scandals to Rivalries & Revenue
Episode 41
In this episode of The Shrink Down, we dive into the psychology of sports—why fans care so deeply, how family traditions shape our relationship with …
3 weeks ago
High School Musical Chairs: The Psychology of Mom Groups
Episode 40
Mom groups: supportive lifeline or unexpected source of stress? In this episode, we explore the history and modern-day reality of mom groups, especia…
4 weeks ago
A Parent's Guide to Girlhood
Episode 39
In this episode of The Shrink Down, we explore the unique challenges facing girls, teens, and young adults today. We discuss the complexities of frie…
2 months, 4 weeks ago
Holiday Juggling: Parenting, Adulting and Everything in Between
Episode 38
The holiday season can be a joyful yet stressful time for families, especially for parents of neurodivergent children. In this episode, we explore pr…
3 months ago
Royal Reflections: Scandals, Narcissism and the Cost of the Crown
Episode 37
The British Royal Family is back in the headlines, and our fascination shows no signs of slowing down. In this episode, we dive into the latest drama…
3 months, 1 week ago
Boys to Men: Rethinking Masculinity
Episode 36
In this episode of The Shrink Down, we dive into the documentary Boys to Men: Why America's Sons Are Struggling and unpack the challenges boys and yo…
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Beyond the Shot: The Psychology of GLP-1s
Episode 35
In this episode of The Shrink Down, we dive into the rise of GLP-1 medications, originally developed for diabetes but now widely used for weight loss…
3 months, 3 weeks ago