Popcorn Therapy

Ep. 36 My Cousin Vinny: Happy Anniversary to Us!

On this week's episode of Popcorn Therapy, Chelsey and Shade celebrate the pod's one-year anniversary with the iconic 90s film My Cousin Vinny (1992). The themes discussed in this episode focus on Gottman-style examples and tools to communicate effectively in relationships.
Directed by Johnathan Lynn.
Written by Dale Launer.
Starring Joe Pesci, Marisa Tomei, Ralph Macchio, Mitchell Whitfield, and Fred Gwynne.
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Ep. 35 Teeth: Gird Your Loins

This week on Popcorn Therapy, Chelsey and Shade are finishing Chelsey's February takeover with Mitchell Lichtenstein's Teeth (2007). Challenge the men in your life to watch it with you 😘.
 
Trigger Warning: SA
 
The psychological themes covered this week are the aftermath of sexual assault, and development as it relates to sexuality and exploration.
 
Starring Jess Weixler, John Hensley, Hale Appleman, Josh Pais, and Ashley Springer.
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Ep. 34 Judas + The Black Messiah: Buckle Up

Happy Black History Month! We celebrate Black folks all year long but wanted to dedicate time to remembering the revolutionary Fred Hampton in Judas and the Black Messiah. We are covering cultural competency in a therapeutic setting, as well as the stressors Black people navigate in the face of oppression.Directed by Shaka King.
Written by Will Berson, Shaka King, and Kenny and Keith Lucas (the Lucas Brothers).Starring Daniel Kaluuya, Lakeith Stanfield, Jesse Plemons, Dominique Fishback, Lil' Rey Howery, and Martin Sheen.
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Ep. 33 The Love Witch: Cherry Red Flag

Happy Valentine's Day! In honor of the Aquarian holiday of love, Shade and Chelsey are tackling a Cherry Red-Flag, The Love Witch. **Twice in this episode we debate how the magic works, and neither of us wrote down the quote for how it works::: It conducts energy. It works with what is already there. If someone wants to do something, the magic to make them do it will work better**It was written, directed, and everything'd else by Anna Biller.Starring Samantha Robinson, Jeffrey Vincent Parise, Laura Waddell, Gian Keys, Jared Sanford, and Jennifer Ingrum.
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Ep. 32 In Bruges: It’s All About Honor

This week, Chelsey, Shade, and a special guest discuss In Bruges (2008)! Today's themes focus on how to process guilt and shame.
Written & Directed by Martin McDonagh
Starring Colin Farrell, Brendan Gleeson, and Ralph Fiennes.
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Ep. 31 Fatal Attraction: Classic Behavior

Join Shade and Chelsey this week as they discuss 1987's #2 best performing movie Fatal Attraction. Soon to be a show with Lizzy Caplan on Paramount+!This week we'll be diving into affairs, stalking, and s*icide.Directed by Adrian LyneWritten by James DeardenStarring Glenn Close, Michael Douglas, Anne Archer, Stuart Pankin, and Ellen Foley.Talk to ussssss! Let us know what movies or psychological themes you want to hear about!Insta 💖 Gmail

Ep. 30 Tick,Tick...Boom: The RENT of it all

This week on Popcorn Therapy, Chelsey and Shade revisit 1990 with the musical movie based on a one-man show--Tick, Tick...Boom! We're talking about anxiety, perfectionist behaviors, and relational issues in today's ep.Directed by Lin-Manuel MirandaWritten by Jonathan Larson, and Steven Levenson Starring Andrew Garfield, Alexandra Shipp, Robin de Jesus, Vanessa Hudgens, and Joshua Henry. As well as some of your favorite broadway stars!
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Ep. 29 The Proposal: Cubicle Pool Make-Out Sesh

This week on Popcorn Therapy, Shade and Chelsey take you through 2009's box office hit The Proposal. Hitting mental health topics like light boundaries, and healthy dynamics between parents and adult children.Directed by Anne FletcherWritten by Peter ChiarelliStarring Sandra Bullock, Ryan Reynolds, Mary Steenburgen, Craig T. Nelson, Betty White, Malin Akerman, and Oscar Nunez.
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Ep. 28 Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind: Lacuna Beach

This week, Chelsey and Shade take it back to 2004 to start off the new year with Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind! Today's themes focus on romantic relationship dynamics.
Directed by Michel Gondry
Written by Michel Gondry, Charlie Kauffman, and Pierre Bismuth
Starring Jim Carrey, Kate Winslet, Elijah Wood, Mark Ruffalo, and Kiersten Dunst.
 
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Ep. 27 Eight Crazy Nights: 2002 Was Lawless

This week, Chelsey and Shade tackle the only mainstream Hanukkah movie, Eight Crazy Nights! Today's themes focus on substance use disorder and issues with alcohol use.
Directed by Seth Kearsley
Written by Adam Sandler, Brooks Arthur, and Allen Covert
Starring Adam Sandler, Jackie (Titone) Sandler, Austin Stout, and Kevin Nealon.
 
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