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Episodes
Apr 30, 2021
Apr 30, 2021
18 min
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
S3 Chapter 14: Snape's Grudge
On this episode, Dr. Janina Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis discuss the peril of displacing anger towards the innocent, the value of forgiving our friends, and the sad mistreatment of Neville Longbottom.
Apr 29, 2021
Apr 29, 2021
55 min
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.
Apr 12, 2021
Apr 12, 2021
20 min
On this episode, Dr. Janina Scarlet and host Dustin McGinnis discuss being caught in the middle of two friends who are fighting, the urgency response, Harry's very understandable hyper vigilance, and sexism in sports.
Mar 18, 2021
Mar 18, 2021
16 min
On this episode, Dr. Janina Scarlet and Host Dustin McGinnis discuss how Lupin's condition reflects that of someone who lives with the Aids virus, the psychological significance of the Patronus charm, and the horrific nature of the Dementor's Kiss.
Mar 9, 2021
Mar 9, 2021
53 min
On this magical episode, Dr. Janina Scarlet and Host Dustin McGinnis take on the reality shattering new Marvel series: WandaVision.
Feb 24, 2021
Feb 24, 2021
23 min
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
S3 Chapter 11: The Firebolt
On this episode, Dr. Janina Scarlet and Host Dustin McGinnis discuss the best ways to process grief, how to find meaning in our losses, and explore the nature of insomnia.
Feb 16, 2021
Feb 16, 2021
24 min
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
S3 Chapter 10: The Marauder's Map
On this episode, Dr. Janina Scarlet and Host Dustin McGinnis solemnly swear they're up to no good. They discuss the value of prized possessions, the triggering effect of Dementors, the invasive nature of the Marauder's Map, and the sting of betrayal.
Feb 4, 2021
Feb 4, 2021
26 min
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
S3 Chapter 9: Grim Defeat
On this episode, Dr. Janina Scarlet and Host Dustin McGinnis discuss substitute teachers, some possible ways to handle anxiety and fear, how trauma can linger throughout life, and an all new fascinating chapter of Cultural Curiosities about Werewolves.
Feb 1, 2021
Feb 1, 2021
42 min
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.
Jan 25, 2021
Jan 25, 2021
27 min
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
S3 Chapter 8: Flight of the Fat Lady
On this episode Dr. Janina Scarlet and Host Dustin McGinnis the negative connotations of fat phobia, how fear can result in a loss of humanity, and how Hagrid is in the formidable grips of the fraud syndrome.