Six Flags. Carowinds. Busch Gardens. Regardless of which big name amusement park you consider your 'home' park, it's no question that roller coasters can be truly mind-blowing. Summertime is the prime season for roller coaster riding. Fear and adrenaline are obvious psychological ties to the thrill-seeking contraptions, but roller coasters also bring mind-blowing fun. Whether you're a standard amusement...
The latest trend in Hollywood: sudden engagements. From Ariana Grande and Pete Davidson to Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin to most recently Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra—numerous celebrity couples have recently become engaged.
What does this say about today's culture of romantic relationships? Our panel of Shrinks discuss.
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"I'm curious if that fast-paced lifestyle is in some peoples minds,...
The regular crew, Dave Verhaagen, Frank Gaskill, Jonathan Hetterly, and Rachel Kitson, talk about the psychology of the true crime genre.
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WARNING: The following contains spoilers for Joker.
Why Joker is so Polarizing, Explained by Psychology
Joker, the latest film starring Joaquin Phoenix, has been the catalyst of numerous discussions regarding its depiction of mental health, toxic masculinity, and the correlation of mental illness and violence.
In today's podcast episode, therapists Jonathan Hetterly and Frank Gaskill break down the film's mental health depictions, how...
What is the Psychology of Classism? Analyzing 'Parasite', 'Knives Out', and 'Us'
The year's films Parasite, Knives Out and Us all explored how classism impacts our day to day life.
In today's episode of the Shrink Tank Podcast, our panel of Shrinks discuss the erosion of middle class, the exploitation of the lower class, and the evolution of economic status over the...
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Dave Verhaagen, Frank Gaskill, Jonathan Hetterly, and special guest Myque Harris talk about the psychology of the holiday season.
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HBO's McMillions: How Do Regular People Get Wrapped up in Organized Crime?
Imagine if the only thing standing between you and a million dollars was a small ticket on the french fries you just bought for lunch. If you knew you never had a chance at winning, would you still play?
We’re of course talking about HBO’s docuseries, McMillions.
In today's...
