State of the Country, State of Mind: Coping and Finding Balance
On this episode of The Shrink Down, we talk about the overwhelming pace of current events and the emotional fatigue so many of us are feeling. We explore practical coping strategies—from self-care rou...
26 Syys 202556min
Back in Session: Coldplay Gate, K-Pop & Travis + Taylor
We’re back with a brand-new season of The Shrink Down - the podcast where pop culture, current events, and everyday life get a psychologist’s perspective! In this kickoff episode, we catch up on what ...
19 Syys 20251h 3min
The Modern Parent Trap
Parenting today often feels like walking a tightrope—balancing empathy and structure, flexibility and follow-through. In this week's episode, we sit down with Dr. Anna Hammond to explore the rising po...
23 Touko 202552min
Something to Text About
What started as a lifeline in our text thread—full of parenting questions, vent sessions, “what would you do?” moments, and honest advice—has now become Group Chat IRL. In this episode, we each bring ...
16 Touko 202551min
Going Steady to Situationships: Dating Trends in Youth
In this week's episode we discuss the ever-evolving world of dating among today’s teens and young adults. How do their dating habits compare to those of past generations? Spoiler: it’s not all candlel...
9 Touko 202548min
Pop Culture Roundup 2.0
In this episode of Pop Culture RoundUp 2.0, we each bring a trending topic to the table—from science and society to celebrity headlines—and dive into what they reveal about the world we live in. We st...
2 Touko 202553min
Understanding Autism: Expert Insights with Dr. Rachel Loftin
In this week's episode, we sit down with expert psychologist Dr. Rachel Loftin to explore Autism Level 1, sometimes referred to as “high-functioning autism.” Dr. Loftin helps us unpack what this diagn...
25 Huhti 202551min
Happiness vs. Meaning: Why We Often Confuse the Two
In this week's episode we dive into the fascinating research of social psychologist Dan Gilbert, who explores why humans are surprisingly bad at predicting what will make them happy. We cover the joys...
18 Huhti 202547min
