Midlife Musings: The Great Recalibration
In this episode, we explore the realities of midlife—a phase often marked by deep reflection, unexpected challenges, and powerful transformation. Centered around the concept of the “happiness U-curve,...
22 Maj 52min
From Impulse to Murder: Inside the Teenage Mind
In this episode, we discuss Hulu’s “The Scream Murder: A True Teen Horror Story” and the heartbreaking case of Cassie Stoddard. We get into the psychology behind teen violence — how impulsivity, peer ...
24 Apr 50min
When the Screen Goes Dark: Why Celebrity Death Feels Personal
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 surprisingly personal. From beloved television characters t...
27 Feb 47min
Too Legit to Quit: The Truth About Grit
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 unpack the psychology behind grit—what it is, what it...
20 Feb 48min
This Title is AI Generated: Human Thinking in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
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 health, critical thinking, loneliness, and even th...
13 Feb 50min
Halftime Huddle: From Fandom & Scandals to Rivalries & Revenue
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 athletics, and why sports can feel like so much mor...
6 Feb 54min
High School Musical Chairs: The Psychology of Mom Groups
Mom groups: supportive lifeline or unexpected source of stress? In this episode, we explore the history and modern-day reality of mom groups, especially as they’ve shifted to online spaces. We talk ab...
30 Jan 51min
A Parent's Guide to Girlhood
In this episode of The Shrink Down, we explore the unique challenges facing girls, teens, and young adults today. We discuss the complexities of friendship dynamics, the growing influence of social me...
28 Nov 202556min
