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#304: Link watched Netflix’s We the People, a short animated musical series about US government, and wanted to discuss it with the team. We talk about how, while similar to Schoolhouse Rock, it ultimately feels more like visually attractive propaganda than useful educational content. Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. — The post We the GT People appeared first on Geek Therapy.

#300: This. Is. Geek Therapy! [Cue spartan kick] Welcome to episode 300 of GT Radio The Geek Therapy Podcast, another huge milestone in a year full of milestones. As we are getting ready to celebrate Geek Therapy’s 10th anniversary in a few weeks, here we celebrate how far we’ve come as an idea and a … This is Geek Therapy Read More » The post This is Geek Therapy appeared first on Geek Therapy.

#303: Lara leads a discussion about leveling up inspired by Mass Effect and a really good therapy session. We discuss the various ways we metaphorically and literally level up in life, and how we experience feedback systems. Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. — The post My Favorite Therapy on the Citadel appeared first on Geek Therapy.

#302: The team chats about little changes leading to big outcomes, including; video game patch notes, dietary changes, character adaptation, and the cascading effects of new information. Ultimately we conclude that small changes are only small in perspective – all change can lead to big outcomes. Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. … Small Changes, Big Outcomes Read More » The post Small Changes, Big Outcomes appeared first on Geek Therapy.

#301: Link, Lara, and Josué talk about Bo Burnham’s recent Netflix special, Inside. We talk about what makes these songs so special, and how much they resonate with our experiences during the pandemic. Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. — The post Bo Burnham Inside appeared first on Geek Therapy.

#299: Link and Josué chat about The Mitchells vs. the Machines, what counts as a dysfunctional family, and how the movie talks about social media. Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. — The post The Mitchells vs. the Machines appeared first on Geek Therapy.

#298: Lara tells Link and Josué about Littlewood, a soothing game similar to Stardew Valley and Animal Crossing, and how the mechanics of these kinds of games help us deal with stress. Josué gushes about Genshin Impact and Link suggests Pokémon Snap as a fun and soothing time. Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the … Little Breaks in Littlewood Read More » The post Little Breaks in Littlewood appeared first on Geek Therapy.

#297: Josué, Lara, and Link discuss how we connect with different stories through different media, and how animation or fantastical elements can provide the psychological space needed to engage with difficult topics like racism or domestic abuse. Josué reveals how anime was ruined for his sister. Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. … Wonder Egg Priority and Monstrous Trauma Read More » The post Wonder Egg Priority and Monstrous Trauma appeared first on Geek Therapy.

#296: Link discusses their enjoyment of the new Godzilla movie, the history of the franchise, and how the monster is always a metaphor. Lara and Josué connect the topic to other ‘giants’ including TAGGS, life milestones, and Gundam. SKREEEONK!! Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. — The post Conferences and Kaiju appeared first on Geek Therapy.

#295: Lara, Link, and Josué discuss the game Tell Me Why, and have a conversation about the fallibility of memory and how it impacts relationships and life narratives. Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. — The post Human Memory is Garbage appeared first on Geek Therapy.

#294: The team talks about their experiences at The Applied Geek and Gaming Summit, and gushes over how exciting and validating the experience was. Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. — The post The Post-TAGGS Glow appeared first on Geek Therapy.

#293: Josué and Lara talk about preparations for The Applied Geek and Gaming Summit, and review all the wonderful Geek Therapy community spaces. Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. — The post Pre-TAGGS Excitement appeared first on Geek Therapy.

#292: Lara, Josué, and Link talk about The Falcon and The Winter Soldier’s first few episodes, particularly about Bucky’s therapist. We wonder if HIPAA survived the blip, and if the therapist’s questionable methods are working in context. Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. — The post The Falcon, The Winter Soldier, and The Therapist appeared first on Geek Therapy.

#291: Josué, Lara, and Link discuss an article ‘Streamers are not your Therapist’ shared by a community member. We cover streamers, parasocial relationships, and how context matters to therapeutic relationships. Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. — The post Streamers aren’t your Therapists appeared first on Geek Therapy.

#289: We chat about Wandavision, and how many of our predictions were correct! We touch on grief and perseverance as the central focus of the show and how it succeeded (and missed the mark) in its execution. Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. — The post Wandavision: Grief and Perseverance appeared first on Geek Therapy.

#288: Josué and Lara discuss the premiere episode of Superman and Lois, and their son Jonathan’s social anxiety diagnosis. Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. — The post Superman and Lois appeared first on Geek Therapy.

#287: Josué, Lara, and Link discuss how using video game rules as a framework can help us better understand how to succeed in real life systems. When we deeply understand the rules, we are better at knowing how to play within the rules – or how to break them. Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on … What are the Rules of the Game? Read More » The post What are the Rules of the Game? appeared first on Geek Therapy.

#286: Link, Josué, and Lara discuss the negative emotions that can happen when we find out the creators of beloved media have done awful things in real life. — Check out the GT Network: network.geektherapy.com GT Forum: forum.geektherapy.com GT Discord: geektherapy.com/discord GT Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/geektherapy Find us at www.GeekTherapy.org | @GeekTherapy | Lara: @GeekTherapist | Link: @CHICKENDINOSAUR | Josué: @JosueACardona Ask us anything through the Question Queue and we’ll answer … Harry Potter and the Author Who Must Not Be Named Read More » The post Harry Potter and the Author Who Must Not Be Named appeared first on Geek Therapy.

#285: Lara tells Josué and Link about a geek therapy moment she had in counseling. From Rogue’s gloves to Batman’s Alfred, superheroes need support people and tools just like the rest of us. Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. — Check out the GT Network: network.geektherapy.com GT Forum: forum.geektherapy.com GT Discord: geektherapy.com/discord GT Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/geektherapy … Superheroes Need Support Too Read More » The post Superheroes Need Support Too appeared first on Geek Therapy.

#284: We discuss the first four episodes of WandaVision on Disney Plus. We interpret what’s happening to Wanda as metaphors for grief and loss, and talk about how events so far might be different types of coping mechanisms. The Therapeutic and Applied Geek and Gaming Summit, or TAGGS, is happening April 9-11, 2021. For more […] The post WandaVision, Grief, and Loss appeared first on Geek Therapy.