Psych Hero

Topic: Police and the Military Using the Punisher Logo Psychology: systemic, social, and symbolic or analytical psychology Guest: Gerry Mulowayi Disclaimer: Psych Hero has no affiliation with Marvel, DC, or any other publications discussed in this podcast. This episode contains some foul language used. Description: This podcast encompasses taking a look at police brutality and current events surrounding Black Lives Matter in 2020. Information referencing Colorado statistics and Governor Jared Polis recently signing a bill for police reform. In addition, learn about some history of the Punisher and words from the creator about the police and military using the Punisher's symbol. Special guest Gerry joins Psych Hero to share his thoughts on the use of the symbol. Gerry Mulowayi's website https://artogm.com/ R. Alan Brooks' Youtube Webseries about his film in the making: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXoMjmw6oIA Resources Mentioned in Podcast: Roots of Police Violence: https://www.facebook.com/georgehtakei/videos/314910303012052/ Systemic Racism Explained: https://www.facebook.com/NowThisPolitics/videos/2745589452330472/ https://screenrant.com/marvel-police-punisher-skull-black-lives-matter/?utm_source=SR-FB-P&utm_medium=Social-Distribution&utm_campaign=SR-FB-P&fbclid=IwAR17vIEMRI_epPu_yvm4FMQpp3ngpqjEJQfHRwiCfjn5Xmja1t4fbB_o60E https://coloradosun.com/2020/06/19/colorado-police-accountability-bill-becomes-law/ https://www.vulture.com/article/marvel-punisher-police-cops-military-fandom.html https://www.salon.com/2019/04/28/the-punisher-skull-unofficial-logo-of-the-white-american-death-cult/ https://www.cbr.com/punisher-history-logo-used-police-military-politicians/ https://www.syfy.com/syfywire/the-punisher-inspires-soldiers-and-cops-worldwide-and-thats-not-a-good-thing https://medium.com/@NerdSync/the-psychology-of-the-punisher-is-frank-castle-evil-e96ddba07689

Topic: Autism Representation in Comics Guest: Megan Psychology: Multicultural Representation and Diversity Description: This podcast features Megan's story and experience of living with autism. She is an artist who has a love for manga and openly discusses how she longs for representation in manga and comics. Afterward hearing her story, this podcast touches on two comics: Superb and Metaphase that have main superhero characters living with down syndrome. Reference: Lion Forge Comics, Superb 2017-2019 Superb Vol 1. Life After the Fallout Metaphase by Alterna comics 2015

Topic: Lone Wolf Social Distancing Psychology: Social Psychology Guests: Gina, Michael, Gerry, Della, Kalond, Stacey, Quinn, and Ame Disclaimer: Some foul language and cursing used during a portion of the podcast. Psych Hero is not affiliated with Marvel, DC, Images, Valiant comics or any other publications discussed. Description: This podcast is meant to be an informative and comical podcast regarding COVID19 and social distancing. The podcast will discuss what is social distancing, why we do it, and what the implications are of social distancing. Afterward, the podcast goes into a pop question interview asking numerous guests to identify characters in pop culture they feel demonstrate great social distancing. This is meant to be comical and Pysch Hero is in no way encouraging anyone to model unhealthy, inappropriate, or illegal behavior including but not limited to discussions pertaining to anti-heroes and villains for social distancing. Music used: I Stand Alone by Godsmack How to Fight Loneliness by Wilco All by Myself by Eric Carmen Solitude by Billie Holiday Don't Stand So Close to Me by The Police Here I Go Again by Whitesnake 3AM by Halsey Don't Touch Me by Busta Rhymes Complicated by Avril Lavigne References: Articles were mentioned and named in the podcast from CNN, America Psychological Association, World Health Organization, etc. Psychology Today Colorado Art Therapy Association

Topic: Archetyped Superperson Psychology: Jungian Psychology, Analytical Psychology, Archetypal Psychology, Pop Culture Psychology, Superhero Psychology Disclosure: This podcast has no affiliation with DC, Marvel, Valiant comics, or any other publications discussed. Description: This podcast discusses Jungian Archetypes, what are archetypes and how do they pertain to comic books? Learn about what journey of each archetype and how they are defined. Comic book archetypes are discussed in relation to Jung's archetypes that Carol S. Pearson redefines. Hear about the natural relationship between Jungian Psychology and Superhero Psychology. Special note, Jungian Psychology has strong ties to art therapy practices. References: Papadopoulos, R. K. (2006). The handbook of jungian psychology: theory, practice and applications. New York: Taylor & Francis Group. Pearson, C. S. (2015). Awakening the heroes within: twelve archetypes to help us find ourselves and transform our world. San Francisco: HarperElixir. Batman and Psychology: A Dark and Stormy Knight by Travis Langley The Hero With a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell How Can Pop Culture Heroes Help You Rewrite Your Life? (2019), by Justine Mastin and LArisa A. Garski The Psychology of Superheroes: An Unauthorized Exploration by Jennifer Canzoneri Superheroes & Superegos: Analyzing the Minds Behind the Masks by Sharon Packet The Supergirls: Fashion, Feminism, Fantasy, and the History of Comic Book Heroines by Mike Madrid What is a Superhero? Edited By Robin S. Rosenberg & Peter Coogan Does This Cape Make Me Look Fat? Pop Psychology for Superheroes (2006), by Chelsea Cain & Marc Mohan. The Psychology of Superheroes (2008), edited by Robin Rosenberg. Our Superheroes, Ourselves (2013), edited by Robin Rosenberg. Captain America vs. Iron Man: Freedom, Security, Psychology (2016), edited by Travis Langley. Superhero Therapy (2016), by Dr. Janina Scarlet Why Popular Culture Psychology? What’s the Point? (2018), by Travis Langley Wonder Woman Psychology: Lassoing the Truth (2017), edited by Travis Langley & Mara Wood.

Topic: D&D Gender Identity Exploration Psychology: Psychology of Gender and Gender Exploration Guest: Quinn Disclaimer: Psych Hero has no affiliation with Dungeons and Dragons, DC, Marvel, Valiant, or any other publications discussed in this podcast. Minor foul language is used in this podcast. Quinn joins me for this special podcast to share his own journey of exploring his gender identity through D&D. This is the first podcast on Psych Hero about someone using pop culture to heal and share their healing story with us. In the beginning, you will hear some definitions and psychological terms to help provide some information about gender identity then Quinn begins speaking about his exploration and mental health. References: World Health Organization Circles of Sexuality by Dennis Dailey

Disclaimer: Psych Hero has no affiliation with Marvel, DC, Valiant or any other publications discussed in this podcast. Title: Faith's Valiant Self-Care (COVID19 response) Psychology: SelfCare and Basic Needs Psychology This episode discusses self-care and basic needs related to psychology models such as Abraham Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, Dr. Tony Ward's Good Lives Model, and John B. Arden's S.E.E.D.S. model. Learn what self-care means, how to practice it, how to cope, and the impact COVID19 has on our day-to-day. Explore how superheroine Faith Herbert from Valiant comics demonstrates self-care. References: Faith comics by Valiant including Superstar, California, and Scheming, and Hollywood Vine volumes

Title: Captain Morals Psychology: Moral Psychology Guest: Gerry Mulowayi This episode discusses Lawrence Kolhburg's Moral Developmental theories in relation to Captain America and the symbolic representation of morality as it pertains to history. References: Uncanny Xmen/Steve Rogers Super-Soldier: Escape from the Negative Zone, 2011 writer: james asmus editor nick lowe Civil War: A Marvel Comics Event, Millar, McNiven, Vines, Hollowell Uncanny Avengers: The Red Shadow, Remender, Cassaday, Coipel, Martin Audio Captain America appearing on Spiderman The Animated Series. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tODMrbdCpIc 1990 Captain America https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mujE6PxevCc Xmen: The Animated Series Captain America appearance https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=upkygU9Aoao Evolution of Captain America Cartoons in 14 minutes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VDDHkGNsECI Captain America 1944 starring Dick Purcell as Captain America. 1966 Captain America Cartoon Great quotes of Captain America from cartoons https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DBCFH1lVcP4 Earth’s mightiest heroes speech https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9fkK5tALuXE Captain America · Alan Silvestri Star Spangled Man · The Star Spangled Singers Captain America: The First Avenger 2011 Marvel Music, Inc.

Psychology: Transpersonal and Archetypal psychology Guests: Janice Martindale, Michael Fiorini, and Chris Chappell Description: Four therapists come together to discuss the nature of tarot cards through the lens of archetypal and transpersonal psychology. Two therapists team up for Marvel while the other two team up for DC to bring you Marvel vs DC Tarot. Each person will draw a card from a traditional 22 tarot card deck and talk about a character that closely represents the embodiment of the tarot. Part two discusses the following tarot card representations: the magician, the chariot, the sun, the hierophant, the lovers, strength and fortitude, the fool, the tower, the hangman, and the star.

Psychology: Transpersonal and Archetypal psychology Guests: Janice Martindale, Michael Fiorini, and Chris Chappell Description: Four therapists come together to discuss the nature of tarot cards through the lens of archetypal and transpersonal psychology. Two therapists team up for Marvel while the other two team up for DC to bring you Marvel vs DC Tarot. Each person will draw a card from a traditional 22 tarot card deck and talk about a character that closely represents the embodiment of the tarot. Part one discusses the following tarot card representations: judgment, the devil, the empress, death, the moon, the world, the wheel of fortune, the high priestess, temperance, the emperor, the hermit, and justice.

Psychology & Treatment Modalities: Trauma Informed Therapy, Substance Use Treatment, Humanistic Psychology, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Art Therapy. Title: Therapy with Jessica Jones Disclaimer: Some cursing and triggering words relating to trauma, rape, and abuse. In terms of spoilers, Psych hero will be discussing the Jessica Jones Netflix series and Jessica Jones comic books. Description: This podcast highlights treatment modalities and art interventions when working with someone like Jessica Jones in a therapeutic setting. A discussion on how trauma impacts the brain, impacts behaviors, and how behavior that is expressed is actually a normal process. The Feel Good model is brought up in relation to substance abuse processes. Step into the therapeutic world of Jessica Jones and see how she can teach us about trauma-informed therapy. References Comics What If Jessica Jones Had Joined the Avengers? Writer: Brian Michael Bendis, artist Michael Gaydos Alias comics Writer: Brian Michael Bendis, artist Michael Gaydos Books & Articles John Arden, Ph.D, training on Adverse Childhood Experiences Language of Emotions by Karla McLaren Perfectly Hidden Depression by Margaret R Rutherford Psychology Today Robot Rhoton PsyD, LPC, D.A.A.E.T.S Certified Family Trauma Professional Intensive Training. Trauma and Recovery by Judith Herman What is a Female Superhero? By Jennifer K. Stuller from What is a Superhero? Edited by Robin S. Rosenberg and Peter Coogan Oxford University Press TV Jessica Jones Netflies series

Podcast Topic: Psychology of Betrayal Psychology: Social Psychology Disclaimer: There may be some trigger and graphic language relating to abuse and betrayal during the length of this podcast. Guests: Alexander and Nicholas Smith Description: Using examples taken from Anime shows like Berserk, A Rising Shield Hero, Seven Deadly Sins, Attack on Titan and other anime this podcast discusses the psychology of betrayal. Discussion surrounds a definition of betrayal, the levels or types or betrayal, the effects of betrayal, and how betrayal shapes people and characters. Learn about the psychological impacts of betrayal and how it has been a tool utilized in some of our favorite stories. References: Betrayal: a psychological analysis by Rachman S. Behav Res Ther. 2010 Apr;48(4):304-11. doi: 10.1016/j.brat.2009.12.002. Epub 2009 Dec 24. DOI:10.1016/j.brat.2009.12.002 Trust and Betrayal: Learning to trust wisely by Steven Stosny, Ph. D.- Anger in the Age of Entitlement. (2014) From Psychology Today https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/anger-in-the-age-entitlement/201401/trust-and-betrayal Susan Krauss Whitbourne Ph. D. - Fulfillment at Any Age. Why Betrayal Hurts So Much (and who seeks revenge): new research on what happens in the jilted brain (2015) from Psychology Today https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/fulfillment-any-age/201504/why-betrayal-hurts-so-much-and-who-seeks-revenge Handbook of Personality Psychology, 1997, Pages 465-482 Chapter 19: Trust and Betrayal: The Psychology of Getting Along and Getting Ahead by Warren H. Jones, Laurie Couch, Susan Scott https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/B9780121346454500202 Rusbult, Kumashiro, Finkel, Wildschut (2002). Betrayal and Forgiveness.

Topic: Character Types Psychology: Psychosocial Psychology- Identity, Moral Development, Attachment Styles, Diagnosis & Psychological Profiling. Guests: Jacenta Irlanda, Christopher Chappell, and Michael Fiorini Warning: There is one f-bomb in the track. About the Podcast: This podcast is an audio recording of the Psych Hero panel presented at Denver Pop Culture Con on 1 June 2019. Over 150 guests appeared for the first ever Psych Hero panel. The presentation focused on diagnosis and psychological profiling of character comic book types is, superhero, hero, sidekick, vigilante, antiheroes, and villains. Due to time constraints, the audience chose which character types to discuss: vigilantes vs antiheroes. Discussion revolved around a powerpoint presentation with time-focused information. Psych Hero granted Pop Culture Classroom/Denver Pop Culture Con to also record the presentation and receive a copy of the powerpoint presentation. Psychological References: Lawrence Kohlberg Erik Erikson John Bowlby Mary Ainsworth

Psychology: Attachment Styles- John Bowlby, Mary Ainsworth Diagnosis Disclaimer: Please note that in discussing Erik Destler’s history, there may be triggered and graphic language relating to abuse during the length of this podcast. Phantom Attachments is a special episode that steps away from the comic book culture into pop culture and other stories. This episode focuses on the story The Phantom of the Opera and the character Erik Destler(known at the Phantom). Get a quick overview of attachment psychology ad attachment styles in relation to Erik Destler's history of relationships. A clinical analysis of his history will lead into a diagnosis brought on by an old school project Jacenta and a classmate created in college. References Books and Articles “Borderline Personality Disorder.” National Institutes of Mental Health, 2015. Web. 16 Sept. 2015. Bretherton, I. (1992). The origins of attachment theory: john bowlby and mary ainsworth. Developmental Psychology. 28(5). Pp.759-775. Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (5th ed). (2013). Washington, D.C.: American Psychiatric Association. Kay, S. (1990). Phantom. (pp 3-320). Coral Springs, Florida: Llumina Stars. Schumacher, J. (Director). (2004). The Phantom of the Opera [Motion picture on DVD]. United States. Leroux, G. (1987). The phantom of the opera. New York, NY: Harper and Row. Film and Audio Butler, G. The Phantom of the Opera Interview [Video file]. (2009, August 1). Retrieved February 2, 2019, from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iyfhQ44DZNo Schumacher, J. (Director). (2004, December 22). The Phantom of the Opera. [Film]. Webber, A. L (Director). (1986) The phantom of the opera. Musical.

Psychology: Personality Disorders/Diagnosis, Archetypal Psychology Topic: Diagnosing the Batman Villain Known as The Joker. Disclaimer: As a disclaimer I want to caution people around potential risk of misdiagnosis or overdiagnosis and overidentifying with a diagnosis. This can be harming and dangerous. Diagnosis can be misplaced without having all the information. Also, I recognize there is a societal stigma around diagnoses while it can provide relief, resources, and help, due to the stigma it can also become labeling and discriminatory. Mental health challenges are not to be taken lightly, to make fun of, or discriminated against. Most important of all, it is gravely important that you understand not everyone living with a mental illness is dangerous, violent, or someone to be afraid of. This is especially vital to keep in mind when assessing comic book villains on this podcast. This podcast is simply meant to combine some of my own passions and stimulate conversations around characters from Pop Culture. Please note this is a podcast designed around fictional characters. Psych Hero has no affiliation with DC, Marvel, or any other publications discussed in this podcast. Step into the world of diagnosis as Jacenta tackles one of the most challenging comic book character, The Joker. Begin with a brief history of the Jokers creation and the symbolic nature of his iconic look. Engage in a discussion of the archetype symbology of The Fool or Trickster archetype in relation to the Joker in order to build a clinical analysis of his character. There are references to his origin stories and how he interacts with others as the shadow of Batman. Once footing is gained, the diagnosis begins starting with just one cluster (out of three) personality types: Antisocial Personality Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, Narcissistic Personality Disorder, and Histrionic Personality Disorder. References Books Daniels, L. (1999). Batman: the complete story book. San Francisco, CA: Chronicle Books, LLC. Langley, T. (2012). Batman and psychology: a dark and stormy knight. John Wiley and Sons. New Jersey. Pearson, C. S. (2015). Awakening the heroes within: twelve archetypes to help us find ourselves and transform our world. San Francisco: HarperElixir. Audio Clips of Jokers: The Batman Cartoons. Joker audio clips. [various tv series] (1992-1995). 90s Batman: the animated series. Mark Hamill’s Joker audio clip. [film] Burton, T. (Director). (1989). Batman. Jack Nicholson’s Joker audio clip. [film] Cannon, D. (Director). (2014-2019). Gotham. Cameron Monaghan’s Joker audio clip. [tv series]. Morales, R. & Martinson, L. H. (Director). (1966). Batman. Cesar Romero’s Joker audio clip. [film] Nolan, C. (Director). (2008). The dark night. Heath Ledger’s Joker audio clip. [film] Phillips, T. (Director). (2019). Joker trailer. Joaquin Phoenix’s Joker audio clip [film] DC Comics Discussed: The emperor joker. (2000). New York, NY: DC Comics. Dini, P, & Timm, B. Mad love. (1994). New york, NY: DC Comics. Moore, A. The killing joke. (1988). New york, NY: DC Comics. Snyder, S. Endgame. (2014-2015) New york, NY: DC Comics. New earth. (1934). New york, NY: DC Comics. Miller, F. The Dark Knight Returns. (1986). New york, NY: DC Comics. Finger, B. Red hood. (2005). New york, NY: DC Comics. Englehart, S. Detective comics: the laughing fish. (1978). New york, NY: DC Comics. Other Recap of The Jokers’ Origin Stories. The Nerdist [website]. Retrieved 2019 from https://nerdist.com/9-of-the-jokers-most-infamous-origin-stories/ The REAL Origin of Joker. NerdSync. [Video file]. (2017, October 26). Retrieved 2019 from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XJi7sy7I7j0 Why You Don’t Want a Relationship Like Harley and The Joker (90’s Batman Animated Series) [Video file]. Retrieved 2019 from, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IGyp9P_EDm8 Zeman, J. (director). (2014). Killer legends. Netflix documentary.

Psychology: Emotional and Social Psychology Topic: Angry Superheroes Title: Hulking Out Anger and Coping Strategies Disclaimer: Psych Hero has no affiliation with DC, Marvel, or any other publications discussed in this podcast. This Psych Hero episode touches base on the comic book characters that are well-known for their anger. An evaluation is done on how comic book characters can be utilized in therapuetic practices to engage clients in emotional awareness. Jacenta breaks down the questions one would ask to promote a dialogue about anger and provides art interventions that could be used in relation to this topic. A break down of how anger shows up, the aftermath of anger, how anger feels in the body, and how anger can be coped with using comic book characters as models for such behavior. Characters mentioned: The Hulk, Wolverine, Magneto, Sunfire, Sabortooth, the Juggernaut, Bishop, X23, Lex Luthor, Manchester Black, Jessica Jones, Raphael, Rorschach, Punisher, The Red Lanterns, Reverse Flash, Damien, Billy Butcher, America Chavez, Rogue, Storm, Superman, and Wonder Woman. Please note some superheroes are more closely looked at while others are briefly named with examples. References: Books: Rosenberg, R. S. (2008). The psychology of superheroes: An unauthorized exploration. Patrick, C. J. & Patrick, S.K. “The incredible hulk: origins of rage.” Dallas, TX: BenBella Books. Rosenberg, R. S. (2013). Our superheroes, ourselves. Jordan, P. J. “Emotions in comics: why the silver age of comics made a difference.” Oxford, UK: Oxford University Press. McLaren, K. (2010). The language of emotions: what your feelings are trying to tell you. “Anger: protection and restoration.” pp. 167-190. Boulder, CO: Sounds True. Film Leterrier, L. (director). (2008). The Incredible Hulk. Marvel Studios. Russo, A. & Russo, J. (2019). Avengers: Endgame. Marvel Studios. Whedon, J. (director). (2012). Avengers. Marvel Studios. Whedon, J. (director). (2015). Avengers: Age of Ultron. Marvel Studios. (1992). Xmen: the animated series. Fox Kids Network.

Psychology: Identity, Personality, and Masks -Erik Erikson’s Eight Psychosocial Stages -Carl Jung’s Masks, Personality attitudes and functions. Guest: Kalond Irlanda Disclaimer: Psych Hero has no affiliation with DC, Marvel, or any other publications discussed in this podcast. Identity and Super Kent discusses the dynamics of identity formation in a character like Superman who has many names and identities such as Kal-El from Krypton, Clark Kent the reporter, Clark the son of Martha and John, Superman the ideal superhero, etc. By listening you will hear a break down of what Superman's personality type might be according to the Myer's Briggs test, and how he expresses who he is through a psychological identity lens. References Books Engler, B. (2014). Personality theories: An introduction (9th ed.). Belmont, CA: Wadsworth Cengage Learning. Music and Film Clips Garth, J. (2009).“The New Adventures of Superman.” Music of DC Comics: 75th Anniversary Collection. Various Artists Soundtrack. Williams, J. (2009). “Theme from superman.” Music of DC Comics: 75th Anniversary Collection. Various Artists Soundtrack. Synder, Z. (Director). (2013, June 14). Man of Steel. [film] Synder, Z. (Director). 2016, March 25). Batman vs Superman. [film]. (2001, October 16). Smallville. [Tv series]. The CW Network and the WB Network. Superman Vs. The Elite, dreams save us. Taken from Youtube. Accessed 2019.

Centalynn Artworks presents an introduction to a brand new podcast called Psych Hero. This first track contains an introduction to the podcast including the podcasts disclaimers. In addition, this introduction is meant to present listeners with ideas on what to expect with Psych Hero episodes.