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NSYNC. Backstreet Boys. The Beatles? What exactly defines a "boy band," and which boy band is the best-selling of all time?Anna Keller returns to guess the Top 10 Boy Bands in Music History, ranked by worldwide sales.PLUS... the history of the boy band, fun facts and trivia about each boy band, the biggest boy band hits, breakups and solo success, the boy band factory, and MUCH more.WATCH THE FULL VIDEO VERSION OF THIS EPISODE:https://www.youtube.com/10ishpodcast-------------------------------------------Hear more from Anna on her podcast, Freudian Sips: a podcast about brains, beverages, and other B.S. Listen now on any podcast app or at https://www.freudiansipspod.com.Listen to more Anna episodes on 10ish Podcast at https://www.10ishpod.com/episode-guide/#anna-keller-------------------------------------------10ish Podcast Newsletter: https://www.10ishpod.com/newsletter.-------------------------------------------AD-FREE EPISODES: https://10ishpod.com/plusMERCH: https://www.10ishpod.com/merchREDDIT: https://www.reddit.com/r/10ishPodTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@10ishpodYOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/10ishpodcastX (Twitter): https://www.x.com/10ishpodINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/10ishpod-------------------------------------------Read a full transcript of this and all 10ish Podcast episodes at https://www.10ishpod.com/episodes.-------------------------------------------Ad Music (10ish Pod Newsletter):"News Theme" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"Bye Bye Bye" by NSYNCWritten by Kristian Lundin and Jake Schulze, with additional writing by Andreas CarlssonLicensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Taken from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eo-KmOd3i7sBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/10ish-podcast--5968552/support.

Darth Vader. Michael Myers. Francis from Pee-wee's Big Adventure. Which iconic movie villain is the most villainous of all time?Join Nick Emel and Anna Keller in this deep-dive into the Top 10 Best Villains in Movie History, as voted on by thousands of movie-lovers. PLUS... a special Valentine's Day twist to the Top 10, the backstory of each villain, behind-the-scenes trivia and fun facts, franchise villains vs. one-off villains, a world with only the bottom-halves of people, and MUCH more.WATCH THE FULL VIDEO VERSION OF THIS EPISODE:https://youtu.be/oWHGJpioj7s-------------------------------------------Hear more from Anna on her podcast, Freudian Sips: a podcast about brains, beverages, and other B.S. Listen now on any podcast app or at https://www.freudiansipspod.com.Listen to more Anna episodes on 10ish Podcast at https://www.10ishpod.com/episode-guide/#anna-keller-------------------------------------------Join us for our 250th episode LIVE on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tb3WX44rkPs-------------------------------------------SAVE 10% on merch with promo code BUTT:https://10ishpod.com/merch-------------------------------------------Get EARLY, AD-FREE access to 10ish Podcast episodes (and bonus content!) on the new-and-improved 10ish Pod+. Now easier to sign up than ever, and listenable on all podcast apps (including Spotify): https://10ishpod.com/plusNEW BONUS EPISODE OUT NOW: Listen to Nick and Alex analyze the weirdest, most bizarre, most controversial verses from the Bible.-------------------------------------------NEWSLETTER: https://www.10ishpod.com/newsletterREDDIT: https://www.reddit.com/r/10ishPodTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@10ishpodX (Twitter): https://www.x.com/10ishpodINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/10ishpod-------------------------------------------Read a full transcript of this and all 10ish Podcast episodes at https://www.10ishpod.com/episodes.-------------------------------------------Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/10ish-podcast--5968552/support.

Tokyo. Rome. Paris, Texas. Which cities around the world can boast the highest number of visitors?Join Anna Keller in guessing the Top 10 Most Visited Cities, ranked by the average number of annual international tourists.PLUS... top tourist attractions in each city, which city has more than 800 spoken languages?, Nick badly mispronounces city names, cities on our bucket lists, "coffin apartments", and MUCH more.----------------------------------------------Hear more from Anna on her podcast, Freudian Sips : a podcast about brains, beverages, and other B.S. Listen now on any podcast app or at https://www.freudiansipspod.com.----------------------------------------------Get EARLY, AD-FREE access to 10ish Podcast episodes (and bonus content!) on the new-and-improved 10ish Pod+. Now easier to sign up than ever, and listenable on all podcast apps (including Spotify): https://10ishpod.com/plusNEW BONUS EPISODE OUT NOW: Top 10 Ways Your House Can Kill You----------------------------------------------Go to HelloFresh.com/5010ISH and use code 5010ISH for 50% off plus 15% off the next 2 months!----------------------------------------------NEWSLETTER: https://www.10ishpod.com/newsletterMERCH: https://www.10ishpod.com/merchTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@10ishpodYOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/10ishpodcastTWITTER: https://www.twitter.com/10ishpodINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/10ishpod----------------------------------------------AG1 is giving you a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase. Go to DrinkAG1.com/10ISH.----------------------------------------------Read a full transcript of this and all 10ish Podcast episodes at https://www.10ishpod.com/blog.----------------------------------------------Ad Music (AG1):"Chipper Doodle" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Ad Music (Hello Fresh):"Funky Chunk" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Ad Music (Review 10ish Podcast):"Chipper Doodle" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5968552/advertisement

Tokyo. Rome. Paris, Texas. Which cities around the world can boast the highest number of visitors? Join Anna Keller in guessing the Top 10 Most Visited Cities, ranked by the average number of annual international tourists. PLUS... top tourist attractions in each city, which city has more than 800 spoken languages?, Nick badly mispronounces city names, cities on our bucket lists, "coffin apartments", and MUCH more. ---------------------------------------------- Hear more from Anna on her podcast, Freudian Sips : a podcast about brains, beverages, and other B.S. Listen now on any podcast app or at https://www.freudiansipspod.com. ---------------------------------------------- Get EARLY, AD-FREE access to 10ish Podcast episodes (and bonus content!) on the new-and-improved 10ish Pod+. Now easier to sign up than ever, and listenable on all podcast apps (including Spotify): https://10ishpod.com/plus NEW BONUS EPISODE OUT NOW: Top 10 Ways Your House Can Kill You ---------------------------------------------- Go to HelloFresh.com/5010ISH and use code 5010ISH for 50% off plus 15% off the next 2 months! ---------------------------------------------- NEWSLETTER: https://www.10ishpod.com/newsletter MERCH: https://www.10ishpod.com/merch TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@10ishpod YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/10ishpodcast TWITTER: https://www.twitter.com/10ishpod INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/10ishpod ---------------------------------------------- AG1 is giving you a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase. Go to DrinkAG1.com/10ISH. ---------------------------------------------- Read a full transcript of this and all 10ish Podcast episodes at https://www.10ishpod.com/blog. ---------------------------------------------- Ad Music (AG1): "Chipper Doodle" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ad Music (Hello Fresh): "Funky Chunk" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ad Music (Review 10ish Podcast): "Chipper Doodle" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Ice Ice Baby. MMMBop. What is Love? What is the biggest, most influential one-hit wonder in the history of music? On this episode, Anna Keller is back and she's brought the hits. Join Nick Emel in guessing the Top 10 Biggest One-Hit Wonders in Music History, ranked by a combination of pop culture influence, sales and chart history, and more. PLUS... the history behind each hit song, analyzing the lyrical "genius" of each song, our personal favorites, Winkle Winkle Baby, what makes a one-hit-wonder endure through the decades?, "pissing the night away", music videos, gym bros, and MUCH more. ---------------------------------------------- Hear more from Anna on her podcast, Freudian Sips : a podcast about brains, beverages, and other B.S.. Listen now on any podcast app or at https://www.freudiansipspod.com. You can also get more Anna on Episodes 172, 184, 190 and 204 of 10ish Podcast! ---------------------------------------------- Go to HelloFresh.com/10ISH50 and use code 10ISH50 for 50% off, plus your first box ships free! ---------------------------------------------- EARLY, AD-FREE EPISODES: https://10ishpod.com/plus NEWSLETTER: https://www.10ishpod.com/newsletter MERCH: https://www.10ishpod.com/merch TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@10ishpod ---------------------------------------------- Athletic Greens is giving you a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase. Go to athleticgreens.com/10ISH ---------------------------------------------- YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/10ishpodcast TWITTER: https://www.twitter.com/10ishpod INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/10ishpod REDDIT: https://www.reddit.com/r/10ishPod ---------------------------------------------- Read a full transcript of this and all 10ish Podcast episodes at https://www.10ishpod.com/blog. ---------------------------------------------- All songs played are property of their respective owners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Things get chilly as we tackle PENGUIN! How has this businessman managed to survive in Gotham so long? Listen to find out!   Intro Background (4:30) The Penguin, Oswald Cobblepot, created by Bill Finger & Bob Kane in Detective Comics #58 (Dec. 1941) The Penguin was one of Batman's earliest nemeses – a short, stout man with a long, beaklike nose who dressed in a top hat and monocle He started off as a thief who worked with a bird motif in his robberies, but almost always managed to outsmart Batman & Robin and escape Name was finally revealed as Oswald Cobblepot in The Best of DC #10 (March 1981) – his backstory was that of a bullied child with an overprotective mother who was obsessed with birds, and after she died he entered a life of crime to seek vengeance upon the world that shunned him After repeatedly being beaten by Batman, and further embarrassed by Jean-Paul Valley, he opens a restaurant casino called the Iceberg Lounge, which he uses as a front for criminal activity, and begins operating as a criminal overlord In No Man's Land, he remains in Gotham after everyone abandons it following the earthquake – his connections make him one of the most powerful people in the city Occasionally serves as an informant to Batman, who keeps a close eye on him – Batman feels the Penguin is a necessary evil, and any power vacuum created by his absence would be worse than he is Issues - Overcompensation (8:12) Ariel – why someone born to wealth would end up as a crime lord Ariel – his bizarre relationship with women (15:28) Semi-Oedipal complex with his mother (24:18) Break (32:58) Plugs for Grief Burrito, Freudian Sips, and Saladin Ahmed Treatment (34:22) In-universe - Use financial planning to help him reconfigure his goals & desires Out of universe - spoiled affluenza-ridden orphan who uses their money to seek revenge on people (39:09) Skit (43:24) Hello Mr. Cobblepot, I'm Dr. Issues – And a good day to you too, sir. Might I interest you in a glass of champagne while we talk? It's a 1959 Dom Perignon Rose. I don't drink while I'm working, and I'm not certain you should be drinking during a session either. How did you even get a bottle and glasses past the security? – Oh posh, you needn't bother yourself with trifling matters such as that. I certainly don't. Life is so short, so why not enjoy the fine things? Were we not put here to take advantage of all life has to offer? Be that as it may, I'll pass. I must say, I'm rather surprised at your cavalier attitude, given your… current surroundings. – A temporary snafu, Doctor. Rest assured this will all be taken care of presently. A man of my stature doesn't stay imprisoned for very long. Now I assume you're here to provide an overview of my mental health for the DA's office? Well let me save you the trouble, I'm entirely compos mentis. So you can go ahead and just copy the report from the last time I was here, update the dates, maybe summarize that brief misunderstanding I had with the Bat about how I came to acquire the jewelry, and we'll both be on our way. Nice try, but I'm afraid it won't be quite so simple. – Oh but it will be. You see, dear Doctor, there are two sets of rules in this world. There's one set for people like you – and rest assured that statement has nothing to do with the amount of melanin in your skin – where you remain subject to a dull life filled with repetition and servitude, hoping to rise above your status like Icarus, but inevitably your wings melt and you land with a thud among the common rabble. You spend your entire life trying to escape the box. And then there's another set of rules for people like me, which is to say there are no rules. I don't have to envision escaping the box, because for me there never was a box. And yet here you are, quite literally inside a box, while I sit comfortably outside of it. – Again, this is a temporary setback. So since you're temporarily in the box, let's talk. You could do anything you wanted with your resources. Why did you choose crime? – I came from a lineage of people accustomed to a particular lifestyle, and my family had plans for me. Unfortunately, those plans were incompatible with my… appearance. My family was not so understanding or appreciative of my unique nature. And after they all befell such horrible tragedies and accidents, it was just me and dear mother. She was so lonely and needed someone to take care of her. So I did what any good son did. I established myself and gave her the lifestyle she deserved. By taking from others who also deserve the same lifestyle? Because you say so? You can see the slippery slope where I'm taking this -Oh but my dear doctor, there is no need for imagination when it comes to that level of speculatory relevance. Look around you! To be frank, neither of us need to worry ourselves with the dregs of society. That's not what I'm about. That's why my club still has the highest rating in Travel and Leisure Magazine as I bide my time…legally indisposed. Fascinating. You really do care what people think of you, don't you. Not your looks; you're beyond that now. But the glamor of it all. Prestige is your love language. That explains why you don't care about Gotham. -*pause* I beg your pardon? Well I mean it seems like you're willing to gut the essence of a major city and pollute it with crime. At least white collar types usually try to coat their disdain with gentrification. -I would do no such thing *Interrupting* Arson, theft, assault, terroristic threats, those are the accusations on your rap sheet. Heck, Al Capone got caught for tax evasion. How is it that unsophisticated thugs can cover their tracks better than you, and you keep up with the facade of a distinguished gentleman? - Careful, Doctor, your tongue is starting to betray the rest of your body. It'd be a shame to have to excise it from your skull. So you don't like what I have to say. That's the type of stress any gentleman would encounter in normal interaction. That shouldn't lead to threats of violence. -The only correction I must make is that it is not a threat. It is a guarantee.  Alright, if that's the way you're going to go about it, then there is no point in continuing to talk. -But there is, my dear doctor. You see, I have no intention of ending this discussion without expanding my…sphere of influence. And no, that is not in reference to my physical form. What sort of influence can I add for you? -You know people. Important people. Otherwise, you would not be assigned to evaluate me. But I can leverage that to my advantage. Tell me, Dr. Issues, what your career would look like, if you were named an accomplice to my crimes? *laughs* that's not possible. -Really now? Even though I have access to my own records and can reverse engineer them to say that you knew about all of them and never reported them? But this is the first time I've seen -*interrupting* it doesn't matter what we SAY, here, doctor, only what is documented. You know that. I'm not privy to share my ways, but let's just say that, oh right about now, several friends and family will learn of your attempts on their lives, their residences, their places of employment…all because you wanted to be more powerful and wanted my help. *tsk tsk tsk* for shame, a psychiatrist driven mad with power, and my confession with impeccable transcription the only remaining source of legitimate inquiry. I had to stop you of course, because I AM the one who cares for Gotham you see. You…you had all of this planned from the start? -Certainly. Now, I'd be willing to trade. None of those events continue, if you would be so kind as to give me details on Batman and everyone he has come into contact with. Oh, I may still kill you, but at least everyone else is spared and you are made to look like some sort of martyr. Sounds like a bargain to me.  *deep sigh* I'm scared to say no. -Splendid. Now if you could just. *interrupting* Scared, not unwilling. No deal. -Preposterous! *angry* You simpleton! You are truly going to throw away your career and everyone you know just for the sake of righteousness? Absurd. You're right. I'm way too practical for that. *jet plane and random siren sound effects* Yeah, I think I did the right thing. -What does that mean? It means that the same people you wanted to hurt are the same people that are being protected and rescued by the same people you wanted dirt on -Stop saying “same people!” For someone with alleged intelligence you limit your vocabulary too much.  Not a priority. Plus I know it pisses you off. -*realization* You too had this all planned from the start. Eh, not quite. But someone else did. Take a guess. - YOU DO KNOW HIM. This is too much! You will not play me like a cheap fiddle!  Oh it's clear you'd be quite expensive and rare. But I'll admit that we're not a good fit because I don't follow the collectibles market. So I'll sign off of your case for now. You were giving me the cold shoulder anyway. - STOP WITH YOUR PUNS *wenk wenk wenk* Ending (52:07) Recommended reading: Penguin: Pain & Prejudice Next episodes: Arcade, Jonah Hex, Mister Sinister Plugs for social & GonnaGeek Network References: Bane episode - Anthony (5:45) Azrael episode - Anthony (5:48) Veruca Salt - Anthony (14:08) “Money, Power, Respect” by the Lox feat. 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Depression. Schizophrenia. OCD. Which mental illnesses are the most commonly diagnosed worldwide? On this episode, Nick welcomes back professional counselor, Anna Keller, to discuss what's wrong with all of us! It's the Top 10 Most Common Mental Illnesses, ranked by the global population percentage diagnosed. PLUS... the symptoms and treatments for each mental illness, media portrayal of mental illness, the collective trauma from COVID-19, Nick reads dad jokes, being open about mental illness today vs. in the past, James Spader, doctor-assisted suicide, Fun Runs, and MUCH more. IMAGE: Albert Fish's taint ---------------------------------------------- Hear more from Anna on her podcast, Freudian Sips : a podcast about brains, beverages, and other B.S.. Listen now on any podcast app or at https://www.freudiansipspod.com. You can also get more Anna on Episodes 172, 184 and 190 of 10ish Podcast! ---------------------------------------------- FREE MONTH OF 10ISH POD+! Sign up by the end of February to enjoy a free month of AD-FREE episodes, exclusive bonus content, and much more. Sign up at https://www.10ishpod.com/plus (you will be reimbursed for your first month after signup). Apple Podcasts listener? Sign up here in just one tap: https://apple.co/3PmmPfu ---------------------------------------------- NEWSLETTER: https://www.10ishpod.com/newsletter REDDIT: https://www.reddit.com/r/10ishPod TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@10ishpod ---------------------------------------------- Listen to the Reddit on Wiki podcast on any podcast app or at https://www.redditonwiki.com. ---------------------------------------------- YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/10ishpodcast TWITTER: https://www.twitter.com/10ishpod INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/10ishpod ---------------------------------------------- Read a full transcript of this and all 10ish Podcast episodes at https://www.10ishpod.com/blog. ---------------------------------------------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Things get cosmic as we discuss GLADIATOR! Doc has no shortage of confidence when it comes to dealing with this Strontian - are you not entertained? Intro Extra Life reminder Background (3:50) Gladiator of the Imperial Guard created by Chris Claremont and Dave Cockrum in The X-Men #107 (Oct 1977) Introduced as a member of the Imperial Guard of the Shi'ar Empire, serving under Emperor D'Ken, brother of the exiled Lilandra Kallark is a Strontian, and the race is incredibly strong, but only when devoted to a principle - Kallark and other Strontians were vying for a spot in the guard, when they were ordered to return to Strontia and kill their elders - only Kallark obeyed without question, learning that it was a test of loyalty set up by the elders to protect the homeworld He encountered several heroes along his journey, as he continued to serve whoever was in charge of the Shi'ar Empire - D'Ken, Lilandra, Deathbird, and Vulcan Kallark defends the Empire against Vulcan and his assault, but when Vulcan leads a coup and takes over, Kallark is honor-bound to serve, although he has fleeting thoughts of doubt On Vulcan's orders, Kallark and the guard attack the wedding of Crystal and Ronan, intended to unite the Kree and Inhumans, though he sides with Lilandra to prevent her execution, he is unable to prevent a later assassination He accepts the position of Emperor of the Shi'ar to prevent further bloodshed and war, but appoints two advisors to help him handle most of the logistics of running the empire Joins the Annihilators to give himself an outlet for fighting, but refuses a leadership role Joins the Galactic Council, where he decides that Earth must be destroyed to save the universe from incursions, but when it was restored, no memory remained of the destruction Put a time-displaced Jean Grey on trial for her “future” crimes as Phoenix After Xandra is discovered, Kallark hands over the throne of the Shi'ar empire to her and returns to his role as head of the Guard Issues - More than you think you know (11:10) The waxing and waning of his self-esteem and focus. It's a function of the Strontian species that their physical abilities are all directly tied to their confidence level and their belief in themselves and their purpose. When Gladiator believes he can do so, he is powerful enough to knock planets out of their orbit, burn Galactus with his heat vision, and is said to have once ripped a black hole in half. Which I really hope was just an idle boast, because there's just...so many things wrong with that sentence. When he doubts himself, he becomes weak enough to get smacked around by Cannonball. A slavish devotion to his sense of duty. Gladiator takes his oath of loyalty to the Shi'ar throne and his position as Praetor of the Imperial Guard VERY seriously. He begins his career of imperial service when the Emperor orders him and the rest of the cadets being evaluated with him to kill the Council of Elders of his home planet as a test of loyalty. Most of the rest of the cadets refuse the order and rebel. Gladiator obeys it without question. He's had to serve a string of emperors and empresses who were objectively very bad people, from T'Korr to D'Ken to Deathbird to Vulcan. He hates the things he's ordered to do most of the time, but is a loyal servant of the throne through and through, purposefully keeping his focus single-mindedly on his duty in order to keep his powers at their maximum level and best perform his duties. The only time he ever wavers is when he's ordered to execute Lilandra, which is a pretty high bar, all things considered. (18:38) Lack of faith in his ability to lead anything that's not the Guard. When Vulcan and Deathbird are dispatched after War of Kings, Gladiator really doesn't want to take charge of what's left of the empire, and would rather anyone else be leader besides him. When he's with the Annihilators, he has no interest in any kind of a leadership role despite arguably being the team's most powerful member. When Professor X and Lilandra both die and someone has the bright idea to hatch a child from an egg made out of their combined genetic material, Gladiator's first response is, oh, thank God you're here! YOU'RE the empress now! This is probably tied into the confidence-based nature of his powers, but even with all of his experience serving at the highest echelons of an interstellar empire that boasts over one million member states, he really seems allergic to the idea of being in charge of anything that's not in his comfort zone of the Praetorian Guard. (25:46) Break (34:32) Plugs for ODPH, Freudian Sips, and Cullen Bunn Treatment (36:07) In-universe - Get him out of his element Out of universe - Compare to high-level athlete with the yips (39:14) Skit (48:31) Hello Kallark, I'm Dr. Issues. -Thank you for taking the time to see me, doctor.  So, what can I do for you? -Forgive me my manners, but, we should at least shake hands before discussing more…personal items. Ok, sure -*yell*Ow! You have quite the grip for a human. Said…no one ever. Are you ok? I wasn't even trying to -*abruptly* I'm fine. Everythings fine. Not everything, but my hand is fine. *whispering to himself* Have I truly fallen so far? What was that? -Nothing. I…I need to see you because I have some questions that only a man of mental science can answer. Mental sci…that's unique. Anyhoo, go ahead. -Even though I am eons old, I pride myself on my…stamina. *hushed tone* do you understand what I'm saying? This is embarrassing. Well, you might need a different specialist, then. Do you have a primary care provider? -The Shi'ar Empire has spared no expense to test me from crown to sole, and yet, they find nothing…but…I haven't given them all of my…details. Go on…*sigh* look, I'm a professional. This is all confidential. If this goes where I think it's going, I may have ways to assist you. Continue -*deep breath* I am a proud member of the Imperial Guard. The proudest…member…if you will. I train my body constantly to serve in as many capacities as I can. And yet, I must admit…I may have cheated…oh the shame! I'm not casting judgment. You cheated with whom? -No, no, I do not blame anyone besides myself, by my own hand. Well, your hands may desensitize you if you aren't using variation in technique. -You do sound like you know about this topic quite well, and without hesitation. Alright then! I'll admit, I've resorted to using some natural remedies. Supplements if you will. Oh really? Well, on Earth many of those products do more harm than good. -I have learned the…umm..hard way…that this is true throughout the galaxy. Sure, for a brief time I felt like I could tackle a whole army and have my way with them in any test of…accomplishment. But that feeling faded. Now I feel…weaker than any Strontian has any right to feel. I may look the same, but I can tell I lack…girth. Is this making sense? Yes, and I definitely can help you. There is plenty of literature on my planet that shows some men have this type of adverse reaction to treatments for anxiety or depression. -Really? So they can't get up what they used to? I could lift planets out of their natural orbit, you know. Um…not the visual I would have wanted, but my point is, it's treatable. I don't know what the alien equivalent is, but here, it's called sildenafil. There are some options, and I want to go over the risks and benefits of - *interrupting* I have no fear of risks! Just tell me the benefits, please. Well, as you may have guessed, you'll be able to function in that area again. It increases blood flow, but the typical formulation is only used as needed to avoid staying that way permanently. -What? As needed? But I am always needed. The guard never ceases their duties. How am I supposed to maintain a steady workload if I rely on this temporary aide?  Well first you need to try a low-*interrupting* And what time of day do I take this…sildenafil? On the days you use it…and ONLY on that day, you can take it up to 4 hours before any stimulation, but it's best 30 minutes before -And what about my diet? Don't eat, you need an empty stomach, but you can drink water, it's good to stay hydrated, anyway. -And what if I need to increase my…output. How many of these can I take? Just one a day, but -And will this also affect my breathing if I am too vigorous? Actually, for pulmonary hyperten -And what about if I am injured? If this affects my blood, will I suffer mortal wounds easier?  I wouldn't recommend -Plus I don't…recover…as well as I used to. If I take anything else, will it affect those things as well? I thought you didn't care about side -How long do I take this, if I feel like my…body…is catching up to my…head? Sometimes I get a throbbing STOP! ***breathing heavily*** Look, stop with the innuendo, alright? You're talking about a sensitive topic, but you got through it. It's not easy to penetrate your defenses, but I've kept a stiff upper lip for too long. You're not going deep enough to get to the psychological basis of all of this. I can't last much longer. We need to start talking in plain language, or this whole encounter ends in a meaningless discharge. Do I make myself clear? -*shouts* SIR YES SIR! Good. Now, as I was trying to say before you unloaded all of your emotional content, erectile dysfunction is -*shocked* EXCUSE ME?!!! *pause* Come again? -WHAT are you on about? I've been pouring my soul out about my decline as a defender of the empire, and you want to talk about…sexual matters? What is wrong with you? I…I thought -You are a disgrace to your profession! And to think, I let myself believe that I needed your kind of help. I have tested the limits of EXISTENCE, and you have some sort of perverse motive to corrupt everything I stand for. How dare you! But the…and your cadence…your tone…the embarrass…*sigh* You know what? I'm willing to cut my losses. I apologize for the misunderstanding. I can refer you to another clinician, and we'll wipe the slate clean. Shake on it? -*pause* You drive a hard bargain. *crunching sound* OOOWWWW Where did that come from? -My grip…that's the grip I know that could choke out the Sun…YOU DID IT! I don't know how, but I'm back to…to ME? I can trust my…head…as well as my body…with my hands…I'm so excited I could just explode! Thank you! The Empire thanks you. THE UNIVERSE WILL SHOWER YOU WITH JOY *swooshing sound to indicate flying away* YESSSSSSS!  *sigh* I need a vacation. Ending (55:09) Recommended reading: War of Kings Next episodes: Raven, Aquaman Plugs for social Transcript References: Moira episode - Anthony (6:05) Crystal episode - Anthony (7:08) Transformers Movie - Anthony (8:05) Rogue & Gambit episodes - Anthony (10:10) Dan and Dave 30 for 30 Podcast - Doc (44:45) Apple Podcasts: here Google Play: here Stitcher: here TuneIn: here iHeartRadio: here Twitter Facebook TikTok  Patreon TeePublic Discord

You didn't think the gals forgot Spooktober, did you? Well, buckle up for a bunch of tricks and treats, because this week, Anna and Bonnie are talking about weird brain glitches! Mostly silly and occasionally spooky, they talk about the sensory mix-ups of synesthesia, the disorienting feeling of deja vu, the strangeness of the uncanny valley, and many more perception errors we can experience in our everyday lives. Also, a note: this will be the last episode of 2022! The gals are taking some time off for the holidays, but more Freudian Sips will be hitting your favorite podcast carrier in 2023.

EPISODE 190 | The Last Supper. The Persistence of Memory. Starry Night. Which paintings have stood the test of time to be known as one of the world's all-time most famous paintings? On this episode, Nick is joined by guest sidekick host, Anna Keller (host of the Freudian Sips podcast and former art student), to dissect the 10 most famous paintings in world history, ranked by their Google search volume over the last five years. PLUS: the story behind each painting, the artist behind each painting, secret messages in the art, getting body parts in the mail, insane asylums, Adam and Eve, psychology in art, Nick badly mispronounces words, and MUCH more. ---------------------------------------------- IMAGES (contains spoilers): View all ten paintings here: https://www.cnn.com/style/article/most-famous-paintings/index.html "The Garden of Earthly Delights" Johannes Vermeer, the pirate-like painter of #7 ---------------------------------------------- Hear more from Anna on her podcast, Freudian Sips : a podcast about brains, beverages, and other B.S.. Listen now on any podcast app or at https://www.freudiansipspod.com. You can also get more Anna on Episodes 172 and 184 of 10ish Podcast! ---------------------------------------------- EARLY, AD-FREE EPISODES on 10ISH POD+: https://www.10ishpod.com/plus NEWSLETTER: https://www.10ishpod.com/newsletter REDDIT: https://www.reddit.com/r/10ishPod YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/10ishpodcast ---------------------------------------------- Listen to the History Defeats Itself podcast on any podcast app or at https://thesonarnetwork.com/history-defeats-itself. ---------------------------------------------- TWITTER: https://www.twitter.com/10ishpod INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/10ishpod TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@10ishpod ---------------------------------------------- Listen to the Movies That Raised Us podcast on any podcast app or at https://linktr.ee/Moviesthatraisedus. ---------------------------------------------- Read a full transcript of this and all 10ish Podcast episodes at https://www.10ishpod.com/blog. ---------------------------------------------- Ad Music (History Defeats Itself): Mystical Autumn by Kevin MacLeod https://incompetech.filmmusic.io Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

EPISODE 184 | We've all heard of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) personality inventory, but how often is this test used in modern psychology? On this episode, Nick is joined by guest sidekick host, Anna Keller (practicing counselor and host of the Freudian Sips podcast), to discuss the personality assessments throughout history that are most commonly used in the field of psychology. PLUS: the origins of each assessment, Anna's real-world experience using these assessments as a counselor, taking an angry nap, projective tests vs. self-report tests, peanut butter as water, Nick self-assesses his personality, are you a psychopath?, literal sex organs, and MUCH more. ---------------------------------------------- IMAGES (contains spoilers): Hermann Rorschach, inventor of the Inkblot Test Ink Blot #1 Ink Blot #2 Enneagram personality test Hamburger Helper hand Thematic Apperception Test (TAT) image #1 (mourning woman) Thematic Apperception Test (TAT) image #2 (witchy woman) ---------------------------------------------- Take the MBTI personality test at https://www.16personalities.com/free-personality-test. Share your results with us on Twitter or Instagram! ---------------------------------------------- Hear more from Anna on her podcast, Freudian Sips : a podcast about brains, beverages, and other B.S.. Listen now on any podcast app or at https://www.freudiansipspod.com. You can also get more Anna on Episode 172 of 10ish Podcast! ---------------------------------------------- EARLY, AD-FREE EPISODES on 10ISH POD+: https://www.10ishpod.com/plus REDDIT: https://www.reddit.com/r/10ishPod YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/10ishpodcast ---------------------------------------------- Be the first to know of upcoming episode topics before anyone else by joining our newsletter list! Newsletter subscribers also get behind-the-scenes notes, merch discounts, and more. Easily sign up at https://www.10ishpod.com/newsletter. ---------------------------------------------- Listen to the One Sentence News podcast on any podcast app or at https://onesentencenews.com. ---------------------------------------------- TWITTER: https://www.twitter.com/10ishpod INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/10ishpod TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@10ishpod ---------------------------------------------- Read a full transcript of this and all 10ish Podcast episodes at https://www.10ishpod.com/blog. ---------------------------------------------- Ad Music (10ish Pod Newsletter): The Entertainer by Kevin MacLeod https://incompetech.filmmusic.io Background Music during 10ish Podcast Reviews: Monkeys Spinning Monkeys by Kevin MacLeod https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4071-monkeys-spinning-monkeys Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Following the release of Dr. Strange 2, we talk the Scarlet Witch, Wanda Maximoff! Chaos reigns throughout the episode, including an engaging discussion about the need to get help. You won't want to miss this one! Intro Shoutout to Mr. Stoto's AP Psychology class at St. Joseph's School Background (4:49) Scarlet Witch (Wanda Maximoff) created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby in The X-Men #4 (March 1964) Originally, she & her twin brother Pietro were members of Magneto's Brotherhood of Evil Mutants in an effort to rule humanity Originally her power was merely “hex magic”, where she could manifest bad luck to those trying to harm her - later changed to chaos magic, which made her more powerful and able to control all manner of probabilities She later joined the Avengers, where she met and fell in love with Vision - listen to our WandaVision episode for more on that Her parentage has changed several times over the years - originally she & Pietro were Romani, born to human parents - then they were adopted by the Maximoffs from the High Evolutionary - then they were the children of the Whizzer & Miss America - then they were Magneto's kids - then they weren't mutants, and were the result of the High Evolutionary's experiments - then they were the children of the previous Scarlet Witch, and their adoptive parents were actually their aunt & uncle #BecauseComics Had two children, Billy & Tommy, with Vision - later revealed they were magic creations using pieces of Mephisto's soul, and they vanished - the memories later vanished, only to be triggered by Janet van Dyne - Wanda sought revenge against the Avengers, and this led to Disassembled and House of M, where she had a breakdown and used her chaos magic to eliminate almost all mutant powers from the world After several years as an outcast, she later joins with Hope Summers, and the two combine their powers to destroy the Phoenix Force and restore the mutant X-gene to the global population This led to her becoming an enemy of the state on Krakoa, although she later redeemed herself by sacrificing her life to enable Cerebro to find all mutants and bring them to Krakoa Issues (7:55) Her relationship with her children - how she kept losing them, and then when they're there, physically, she feels uncomfortable around them Her relationship with Magneto & Pietro (19:36) Not so much an issue as it is a question - There's a What If with Jessica Jones where she joins Avengers as a SHIELD liaison, and most of the major events happen as they would, except Wanda hides her children in a closet before Jessica showed up, and because of that Jessica gets her help, and so Disassembled never happens - talk about how hard it is to get help, or the right kind of help (29:35) Break (46:21) Plugs for BetterHelp, Freudian Sips, and Meredith Finch Treatment (48:15) In-universe - Give Wanda a fixed place that she can always go to Out of universe - Family therapy - use the chain/rope technique to help improve the dynamic Skit  Hello Wanda, I'm Dr. Issues. - Hello, Doctor. I want to be upfront: I understand the need to be here, and I even agree with the assessment that this will be helpful. But that doesn't mean I'm eager to undergo a deep analysis on every single decision I've made over the course of my life. That's understandable, especially since neither one of us would have time to do that. My job is to make sure you find out what works for you to deal with how those events have shaped who you are now. Unfortunately, that does mean we'll have to talk about uncomfortable things once in a while. So, I'll let you start with what feels most challenging for you. Anything come to mind? - Is it cheating to say everything? I'm not being flippant, but I have a litany of items that would fit that description, and to choose any individual one would feel like closing my eyes and tossing a dart. Sometimes I really feel like the personification of chaos, magic or otherwise. I can respect that. If I may suggest then, that we start by narrowing it down to a sphere of your life. For example, personal development, or a specific relationship? - Let's stay away from the relationships to start. I have too many demons in too many relationships to jump into that at the beginning, and frankly, no offense, I'm not sure you could stomach some of the things I would describe to you. You'd be surprised at what I would be able to handle; and when it's necessary, I also consult someone to make sure I process things as best I can. Anyway, I'll take the lead then, since I suggested personal development. You mentioned chaos. Is it a matter of behavioral disorganization, inattention, procrastination, emotional disruption, or… - *interrupting* You could continue to give descriptions and I would just automatically say yes to everything at some point. So even narrowing it down that way does me no service. That's my point, Doctor. The mere act of trying to pick a starting point is overwhelming. It's like drinking from a fire hose. Whenever a patient tells me that, I know to start with basic needs. How are you sleeping? How's your appetite? Are you able to manage your daily tasks for your own survival? -*Irritated* I'm not a simpleton, Doctor! I manage those things just fine! Maybe some bad dreams, but…no, that's not something we should delve into.  On the contrary, dreams can tell a lot! I will admit my limitations, but I may be able to help parse out what small tidbits could be beneficial to address. - The world of my dreams is far more dangerous than I could make you understand. The unconscious mind attempts to make sense of what the conscious mind cannot, but I fear it fares no better. In either case I am left confused and am no closer to an explanation. That is quite literally what I can offer you. You want an honest external attempt at clarity, I'm your doctor. -Once again, with all due respect, but there may be some other doctor who can manage that realm… *interrupting* Without giving too much away, let's just say we have a working understanding, albeit a bit…odd… - Odd? Or strange? You are perceptive. I guess that's my coy way of saying…try me. What about those dreams? - OK, you want me to describe just one of my average dreams? For starters, yes. Just give me one that you recall vividly. - Fine. I am in a beautiful field, surrounded by mountains. There is a woman nearby with the head of a cow. Alright, that could symbolize - *interrupts* That's not a symbol, that is Bova. She is the woman who raised me.  Oh. OK, please continue. - She hands me two infants swaddled in blankets. I hold them, and the children smile at me for a moment. They are beautiful boys. Until they both point at me and begin crying. Interesting. Are the children yours? I didn't ask you about that before so -*interrupts* I don't…think we need to get to that right now. May I continue? Yes, go on. - They are crying, and then they start shouting at me that I am not real. That I don't belong here. That this shouldn't be happening. *sound effects begin* That dark forces are aligning because of what I have done. I want to know more, but could you keep the room the way it was, please? Because my office -*ignoring the doctor* The dark forces aren't demons or magical creatures, they are my friends, or who I thought were friends and teammates. They are conspiring against me. They know what I can do, they are afraid. I am afraid. They are trying to stop this. Stopping this right now doesn't sound too bad… - *ignoring again* My father is there. Or he's supposed to be my father, but he has another face, and yet I recognize him as my father. He is leading the charge. I try to stop him, but my hands will not move. My fingers ball into fists, and instead of using them for magic I begin assaulting myself. I don't want to, and yet I feel like I deserve it. Doesn't take a degree to get that last part…but there's a problem because it feels like something is hitting ME when you say that, so I think there's some magic going on anyway. Perhaps in a DIFFERENT session we can… - My fists finally open, and so does the sky, and it begins to rain blood and screams. I can barely protect myself from this, and the screams get louder. I hear fallen teammates, I hear children, I hear my ex-husband. All of them asking things of me, making demands I cannot meet. The blood covers me and yet I am not wet. I begin to cry, and my tears also scream at me for releasing them. Getting a little exhausted here. I didn't know walls could melt without LSD or psilocybin, but here we are. How am I supposed to paint with my own skin? Wait, that didn't make sense. How do you stop this? - The screams reach a fever pitch, until they are so loud I cannot hear anything else, and that is when I wake up. *noises suddenly stop* And I am in my bed at home. *creeped out* But why am I there too? WHY AM I IN YOUR HOME?!! - What? Oh, I am very sorry doctor. *magic sound FX* As you can see, sometimes these things can be… overwhelming. But I answered your questions. *panting* Alright…regardless of a diagnosis, I'm prescribing something. Maybe I should get some enchanted SSRIs or voodoovalproic acid, maybe dopamine blockade with a 4 leaf clover…I have no idea, but I can't ignore what I just experienced. I will agree with you for now that any deep analysis is too dangerous. - And you now see my reticence to engage in this with you. It is not out of fear of acknowledgement. I know I need to speak to someone. I know there are things that I cannot continue to leave unspoken or unaddressed. But I know that I am unable to go down some of these roads without potentially causing serious harm to whoever dares accompany me. Even if that person had abilities or powers, the risk of losing another person's life for something I did is too much for me to bear. Absolutely makes sense…which is something I'm glad to say after all of that. Now, it's time for some burpees, followed by deep breathing with stretches, and a mild sedative. -That sounds very forward of you doctor to prescribe such specific *interrupting* That's not for you, that's for me. I need to be sharp for any more sessions with you. I won't give up. - I don't understand. Why would you continue to risk everything for a possibility that I might make a slight improvement? Because that's what I signed up for. I may not comprehend everything a person says or does, but I can be there for the experience, good or bad. And I can always make suggestions for improvement. A work in progress starts with work before progress. - That sounds like it should be on a coffee mug or other location where one would emblazon a mantra. *sound effect* Consider this, then, a gift for your next training session. I'm flattered! Um…why is there a giant crack in it? - It is flawed. Like both of us. But despite its outward appearance, it will not spill. It manages to hold everything inside, no matter what.  I will cherish it well…including that sentiment, more than you know. Ending Recommended reading: Scarlet Witch vol. 2 (James Robinson run) Next episodes: Beast Boy, Sue Storm, plus Mental Health Avengers somewhere in there Plugs for social References: WandaVision episode - Anthony (5:27) Wiccan episode - Anthony Crystal episode - Anthony Apple Podcasts: here Google Play: here Stitcher: here TuneIn: here iHeartRadio: here Twitter Facebook Patreon TeePublic Discord

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EPISODE 172 | Freud. Skinner. Pavlov. Which famous psychologists are responsible for the most influential (and weird) experiments in modern history? On this episode, Nick is joined by guest sidekick host, Anna Keller (practicing counselor and host of the Freudian Sips podcast), to discuss the experiments throughout history that have most shaped the vast field of psychology. PLUS: background and context for each experiment, the emotional costs to the experiment participants, Nick's high school psychology class, the psychologist Anna most wants to physically fight, disturbing findings about human nature, adorable baby monkeys, and MUCH more. IMAGES (contains spoilers): Mr. Wallace, the "confederate" who pretended to be shocked Phillip Zimbardo Harlow's baby monkeys Which line on the right matches the line on the left? Bobo the Doll Facial Expression Experiment ---------------------------------------------- Hear more from Anna on her podcast, Freudian Sips : a podcast about brains, beverages, and other B.S.. Listen now on any podcast app or at https://www.freudiansipspod.com. ---------------------------------------------- EARLY, AD-FREE EPISODES on 10ISH POD+: https://www.10ishpod.com/plus NEWSLETTER: https://www.10ishpod.com/newsletter REDDIT: https://www.reddit.com/r/10ishPod YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/10ishpodcast ---------------------------------------------- Ready to take ownership over your health and pick up the ultimate daily nutritional insurance? Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase of AG1, the daily supplement with 75 high-quality vitamins, minerals, whole-food sourced superfoods, probiotics, and adaptogens to help you start your day right. All you have to do is visit https://www.athleticgreens.com/EMERGING. ---------------------------------------------- Don't miss Nick's recent guest appearance on the Reddit on Wiki podcast! Nick joined the hosts to discuss assholes from Reddit. Listen now at https://www.redditonwiki.com/am-i-the-asshole-for-stealing-my-friends-life-more. ---------------------------------------------- TWITTER: https://www.twitter.com/10ishpod INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/10ishpod TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@10ishpod ---------------------------------------------- Listen to The Kandid Shop Podcast on any podcast app or at https://www.thekandidshop.com. ---------------------------------------------- 10ish Podcast Theme Music:  Hackbeat by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Background Music during 10ish Podcast Reviews: Monkeys Spinning Monkeys by Kevin MacLeod https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4071-monkeys-spinning-monkeys Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

 It's an hour of silence as we examine the Inhuman king BLACK BOLT! Just kidding, you know neither of us can shut up for that long… listen now! Intro Get in those questions for 150th AMA Go back & listen to episode 68 on Medusa for better understanding of the dynamic Background (1:44) Black Bolt (Blackagar Boltagon) created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby in Fantastic Four #45 (Dec. 1965) Black Bolt is the Inhuman king - exposed to Terrigen Mists as an embryo, his voice has the ability to create massive, destructive waves of energy - he was placed in a soundproof chamber and taught to control his voice, even while sleeping Reenters Inhuman society at nineteen, and his brother Maximus makes a deal with the Kree to take over - Black Bolt shouts at the Kree ship, which crashes on the Inhuman parliament, killing his parents - the sound also drives Maximus mad, and he swears revenge on Black Bolt He ends up engaged to his distant cousin Medusa, who would visit him in confinement, and they fell in love He and Medusa oversee the assimilation of Inhumans into the larger world, and engage with many heroes and villains in the universe Had a child with Medusa, in defiance of the Genetic Council, who believed his bloodline was too dangerous to continue - he gave up his crown to be with his son Regained the crown and helped the Inhumans resettle on the Blue Area of the Moon Was a member of the Illuminati, a secret group of highly intelligent & powerful individuals that attempted to manipulate events from behind the scenes - came to the forefront in World War Hulk when they exiled Hulk from the planet, and he came back seeking revenge (later revealed that this was actually a Skrull imposter, and the real Black Bolt had been kidnapped some time before) Played a major role in Infinity, as he was the one who discovered Thanos' plan to kill his son Thane Inhumans vs. X-Men - Black Bolt's use of his sonic scream on Cyclops is what kicked off the major war (it was actually a mental projection of Cyclops created by Emma Frost, as Scott had died due to exposure to the Terrigen Mists) Death of the Inhumans - has his throat slit by Vox, but still able to use his scream to escape imprisonment and joined the Royal Family in attacking the Kree - this permanently damaged his voice, however Issues - Theme is communication (6:00) Black Bolt. Blackagar Boltagon. From the first time I read the classic Lee/Kirby Fantastic Four run, he has always fascinated me. The basic building block of social interaction among humans -- and insofar as we know -- Inhumans, is speech. From a philosophical standpoint, there is no organized society without verbal communication. It's everything. It is the singular most important element that serves to bring people together to work as one for a common purpose. So you take a person who -- it's not like he's unable to speak through deafness from birth restricting his ability to absorb what speech should sound like, or throat cancer or an injury to the larynx or something similar preventing his vocal cords from functioning properly. He is fully capable of exercising that most basic tenement of social interaction, but if he utters even the slightest whisper, even by accident, if he coughs or sneezes, he can destroy everything and everyone around him. There's no established canon limit on what the power of his voice can actually accomplish, but everyone pretty much understands even the slightest sound from him is potentially catastrophic. As if going through life from birth having to engage in so much rigorous physical and psychological training to never utter a sound -- not even accidentally in your sleep -- wouldn't create enough issues for you, let's add onto that: you're the king of an entire race of people, entrusted with all of the responsibilities of governing and the expectations of leadership that entails. Oh, and you accidentally killed the primary support system you had in your parents when you found your brother forging a pact with the aliens who were directly responsible for your powers and understandably lashed out. Ho -- lee -- crap. How the man didn't become a gibbering wreck with a death wish as soon as he was old enough to fully grasp all this is the stuff of miracles. I think the fact that Black Bolt even functions at all, much less as well as he does given the circumstances, is a testament to just how well the guy's got it all together. Let's just try to run down what I'm sure is not a complete list of this man's issues: 1) Severe isolation. Your terrigenesis turned you into a potential weapon of mass destruction on a civilization-ending scale. You spent most of your life from that point on having to be in complete isolation from others and undergoing rigorous physical and psychological training to never utter the slightest of sounds with your voice, even by accident. Just communicating yourself, your feelings, your wants, and your needs to other people is a grueling exercise at best. You have to constantly make yourself understood to others in a way that they typically don't. Think of all the things this implies. 2) Crippling guilt at the very real consequences your powers have brought. You don't have to imagine what will happen if you slip up. You know full well. You killed your parents with your voice. You didn't mean to, it was an accident, but it happened. You have a family, you have a wife, you have people that you care about who absolutely will be reduced to a fine pink mist by a weapon that is of your person, your very essence of being, that you have almost no control over. That is a gorgon that will haunt your soul forever. (15:32) 3) Overwhelming responsibility. You are not just trying to function as a part of a society you can't realistically fit into. You are its king. Every one of your people looks to you for leadership, and you have to run your society and make your wishes known without being able to easily communicate them. When you have to have a conversation with other people where you don't know what you're going to have to communicate in advance, you are fully reliant on others that you have to place your trust in to communicate for you. With all of the lack of nuance that implies. You don't just not have a physical voice, you don't have a metaphorical one either. It's Medusa, or Professor X, or someone else you have a psychic connection with acting on your behalf. That's terrifying on a deep personal level. (26:29) Like I said, the fact that this man functions at all is a great credit to his incredible mental fortitude. Break (35:25) Plugs for BetterHelp, Frigay the 13th, and Al Ewing Treatment (37:27) In-universe - Bring him to pocket universe that neutralizes Black Bolt's voice to allow him to speak in his own words Out of universe - What does a therapist do with a patient that is mute by choice? The real-world parallels, we talked about before. Deaf, hard of hearing, and mute people. Stroke victims. People with throat cancer or something else that necessitates an electronic voicebox. Hell, I'll even go so far as people residing in a country where they don't speak the prevailing language, and are reliant upon interpreters to perform basic interactions with others. It can be a constant, nonstop, terrifying journey through life when you just can't communicate with others on your own. And like I said, I plead ignorance, but I assume noncommunicative people need psychological counseling. I just have no idea how that's done, when verbal communication is such a vital part of the process. (43:41) Skit (feat. Anna from Freudian Sips) (50:14) DOC: Hello Black Bolt, I'm Dr. Issues. And hello again Medusa, thanks for joining us to interpret. Normally I don't do this, but given the… unique communication barriers here, it's helpful to have someone here. MEDUSA: Of course, Doctor, good to see you again as well. Black Bolt and I appreciate you taking the time to speak to us. D: Please understand, no offense, but this is not meant to be a couples' session. As an interpreter, your role is to make sure that Black Bolt's statements are provided as clear as possible. Therefore, I will be speaking and looking at him directly while you assist us. If there is anything that needs clarification, please let me know. M: *slightly irritated, but polite* Yes, of course, Doctor. *pause* Black Bolt says thank you. D: Great. Now, what can I help you with today? M: Black Bolt says he wants to make strides with the world at large…without disrupting his personal life. D: That sounds reasonable, albeit a bit vague. I'm aware that you have a large role in your kingdom. Is there a particular aspect of your job that you're struggling with? M: Black Bolt says that he detests the notion that society can't fix it's own ills. *pause* My apologies, he says that he wants… others to have more participation and involvement… so he doesn't have to carry most of the burden… himself. D: That makes sense. I emphasize appropriate delegation all of the time. Is there something that prevents you from having the kind of balance you envision? M: He says there are… too many functions to go through on a daily basis… that are set to the royal family by default. Tradition weighs us all down. *aside* Especially his wife. D: Well, based on what I know, although there is still a right to confidentiality for the details, I can say that dovetails well with your personal relationships. M: Black Bolt says that he…is thankful…someone finally understands…wait, I'm sorry, I need to start over. Black Bolt says he is thankful I finally understand him better now. D: Huh?  M: Black Bolt wants to focus on… the loss of his free time. He is draining himself to serve… the people and serve his family. D: Oh…that took a bit of a turn. I'm sorry that things have been such a struggle. What are your coping mechanisms for recovery? M: Black Bolt says he enjoys time for…literature, and…taking walks with me. D: Aww, that's so kind…but he's shooting you a glare right now. What's up? M: He says that is not quite what he meant. He…likes…walking…alone…thinking about me. I apologize, he's going so fast now, it's hard to keep up. D: You seem very angry. Do we need to take a break? M: I'm just fine, doctor. D: I meant Black Bolt. Like I said, please just tell me what he is saying. M: Black Bolt says that…THINGS…aren't the way they are supposed to be right now. This is…slightly frustrating…If I weren't his queen I would be…somewhere less pleasant at the moment. D: Are you…are you censoring him? I would strongly advise you not to do that for the sake of any hope of progress. M: We apologize…as in, the royal we, because I have done nothing wrong…Black Bolt wishes to have an independent…NO.  D: An independent what?  M: An independent…point of view on how his emotions can be controlled OH MY! D: Well, I recognize what THAT finger means. It's obvious there's a breakdown here. Perhaps we all could use a time out. M: No, let's continue speaking. *clearly directed at Black Bolt* After all, it's good to get things off one's chest, right dear? BLACK BOLT: *snort* *gust of wind, small amounts of damage* D: No words necessary. And I DO mean that literally. Let's try this one more time M: Black Bolt says- D: *interrupting* Nope. No way. I see where this is going. I was a fool to think this wasn't a couples' session. No interpreter. Black Bolt…sir. I have no problem with you as a patient. But I also realize that I have put you in the most awkward situation imaginable. I'm sorry. We have to find another way to do this. I know you can write. Maybe secure email and text instead? Less hassle this way. M: Black Bolt says he…wants to keep trying…wait…keep trying how? I don't know how that works. D: What is it? M: So, this is me talking…he wants to make sure that you know I mean well, but tell you how I felt after my last session with you. But, I don't want to make it about me. That's not the point. D: So he's asking you something. That's fine. Ultimately, it's up to you.  M: Black Bolt says this interaction is a microcosm of how he feels every day. Bottled up, locking away a part of him that no one ever gets to know because it's too dangerous. He…has to be a statesman as well as a man of action, without a proper outlet. He…oh. D: What? M: He wonders if that's what childhood was supposed to be. D: I don't have an answer for that. Your experience is so beyond what I could imagine. To have someone be your voice from day one, always refied, monitored, scrutinized, manipulated, and yet bearing witness to the multitude of variance that humans and Inhumans have likely described, knowing full well that would never be your lot in anything that goes on. That's strength…but also the potential for agony. You're quite the being, Black Bolt. The definition of life's beautiful struggle, and I thank you for what you endure. M: Black Bolt says…wait…he…Doctor I can't…I won't interpret what he is saying. D: Um…did I do something to offend him? M: No, please understand, what is about to happen is in a perverse way the highest honor he can bestow upon you, and we have means to make amends. D: I have no clue what you're talking about. M: I'll let him explain for himself. D: For hims… WAIT WHAT? BB: *whisper* thank you *explosion sound effect* D: I truly appreciate the definition of peace and quiet, now more than ever. Ending (57:15) Recommended reading: Original Inhumans introduction in Fantastic Four - the Lee/Kirby stories are the best; also the Paul Jenkins/Jae Lee Inhumans run Next episodes: Echo, 150th Episode Special, 4 from Umbrella Academy Plugs for social References: The Menagerie (Star Trek: The Original Series) -  Anthony (44:32) Apple Podcasts: here Google Play: here Stitcher: here TuneIn: here iHeartRadio: here Twitter Facebook Patreon TeePublic Discord

Happy Valentine's week! In honor of the holiday, Anna and Bonnie are talking about love, of course. Bonnie talks about the eight types of love from Ancient Greece, Anna chats about some of the wild brain stuff that happens when we feel love and attraction, and then the gals talk about various other studies and theories about how love works. So grab some chocolates in a heart-shaped box and settle in to listen, and remember: the gals from Freudian Sips love you a whole bunch!

Kenda is a forensic psychologist turned marketer and author who uses consumer behaviour to improve marketing campaigns. In this episode we discuss: Automation Ninjas – how it started and how it's going The common mistakes marketers make in campaigns Why the brain gets overloaded and what marketers can do to help Behavioural nudges and the ethics behind them The difference between neuroscience and psychology Going from a degree in forensic psychology to running an Infusionsoft certified agency Being a scout master and why that's important Book Recommendations Hack the Buyer Brain by Kenda Macdonald Nudge by Richard Thaler and Cass Sunstein Popcorn Psychology podcast Freudian Sips podcast Other Things We Talk About Strategy Sessions podcast with Juliet Hodges (BUPA) Digital Marketing Strategy Course My Digital Marketing Strategy Course in partnership with the University of Vaasa in Finland is available now via Teachable for just €249 It's perfect for small business owners, entrepreneurs and those who want to get a better understanding of what marketing strategy is and how to embed that strategy across an organisation. Sign up for the programme here. Kenda MacDonald on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram. Andi Jarvis If you have any questions or want to talk about anything that was discussed in the show, the best place to get me is on Twitter or LinkedIn. If you don't get the podcast emailed to you (and a monthly newsletter) you can sign up for it on the Eximo Marketing website. Make sure you subscribe to get the podcast every fortnight and if you enjoyed the show, please give it a 5* rating. Andi Jarvis, Eximo Marketing.

Intro Thanks to new Mayor patron Blaize Background (2:42) Shang-Chi created by Steve Engleheart & Jim Starlin in Special Marvel Edition #15 (Dec. 1973) Shang-Chi introduced as the son of Fu Manchu, an evil sorcerer bent on world domination - his white mother was chosen based on her genetics - Shang was raised to be an assassin and serve his father, but on his first mission to kill one of his father's rivals, he has a change of conscience, and discovers his father is the true evil Early stories largely based around defeating his father's henchmen and doing everything he can to stop him - also based heavily in racist Yellow Peril tropes Often teamed up with other martial artists, like White Tiger, Iron Fist, and Daughters of the Dragon After finally destroying his father's organization, he retired to become a fisherman, but was drawn out to assist former colleagues at MI-6 Joined the Marvel Knights, run by Daredevil, to take down the Punisher and his extrajudicial killings Joined the second iteration of Heroes for Hire during Civil War, and began a relationship with Tarantula, although it was over quickly due to her violent tendencies Joined the Secret Avengers to help track down his father, who had been resurrected again Gained spider powers during the Spider-Island event, but when he mutated into a spider, Iron Fist used his chi powers to cure him Joined other Asian heroes in the Protectors and the Agents of Atlas - together they fought Sindr, Ismenios, and other villains Later became the Supreme Commander of the Five Weapons Society, his father's old organization, but vowed to use it for good - this put him in conflict with other members of the group, but several of them allied to his cause Was temporarily the host of the Phoenix Force when it was seeking someone new, but when he refused to kill Captain America in battle, the Phoenix rejected him and left his body Tracked down his half-sister, who had left the society, and convinced her to return Issues (9:41) Dealing with having a mass murdering villain for a father No childhood outside of training (15:45) Raised thinking the Western world was horrible & out to get him (23:24) Break (33:18) Plugs for BetterHelp, Freudian Sips, and Saladin Ahmed Treatment (35:12) In-universe - Help him hone energy sensing abilities Out of universe - Address cultural differences, and meet the patient where they are without being condescending (38:16) Skit (49:14) DOC: Hello Shang-Chi, I'm Dr. Issues. SHANG-CHI: Greetings, doctor. D: I'd tell you to make yourself comfortable, but it seems you've already done that.  SC: Comfort is a luxury seldom offered, and even more rarely accepted. Forgive me if this ironically makes you uncomfortable. D: No, it's fine. We don't have a “no shirt, no shoes, no service” sign out front for a reason. This is a place for calm and peace.  SC: I am sure you mean well, and truly believe that. But sadly, Doctor, wherever I go, chaos follows me like a tail attached to a cat, and I am certain this office will be no different. D: That must be difficult to deal with.  SC: I long ago accepted my fate. My father's influence is far-reaching, and even without him, there are many who would seek to usurp the title of Master of Kung-Fu. Even as I agreed to meet with you, I pondered whether there was a chance this was a trap for a sneak attack. D: I'm certainly glad you trusted me enough to come here, for what it's worth. What made you finally agree?  SC: I spoke to some trusted associates who have been clients of yours. Their experience and faith in you was enough to convince me.  D: So now that you're here, what do you want to discuss? SC: At this point in my life, I am trying to transition my path to one of less fighting. However, as I said, so much of what I do involves martial arts that this seems impossible.  D: No forks in the road. That's one way to look at it. I'll pause on that because I see on your face that there is more to it. SC: I know that you think I am being blind to other options, but it is not as you say. I have taken service jobs. I have been a teacher of the craft. I do not wish to abandon all that I know for the sake of comfort. And still...something haunts me. Other noble heroes invite me. If I am not asked first, then I am chosen as a consequence. I am thankful that I have survived so far, and I do not fear death. But there is this pestering essence that the world does not accept me as I am. D: That's...heavy. It's rare that I'm taken aback by someone due to their eloquence. I have to admit, I got lost in it! SC: Forgive me if I am rude, but your statement itself is an example of it. D: I'm still lost. SC: You said I speak well. D: *pause* OH MY GOD I AM SO SORRY I DID THAT I'VE HAD IT DONE TO ME I AM AN IDIOT I WOULD NEVER MEAN TO DO THAT ON PURPOSE I  SC: *laughs* Your chi is genuine. But do you realize how common that is, how through no forethought, we are verbally sparring? I know that is how it will be for the rest of my life. At least, that's how I perceive it. D: Perception is reality. I won't hide my mistakes, and I'm thankful for your latitude. But that tells me your experiences have been way more hostile than a random faux pas. SC: You have quickly redeemed yourself. Yes, there are blatant examples that happen. How am I supposed to grant grace to those who don't do the same? Unfortunately, my father did me no favors. I carried a similar yoke of disdain across my shoulders for those I only knew through his eyes. I am grateful for my enlightenment so many years ago as a young man. But I feel those same shackles weighing down those around me when they see me, not knowing what to make of me, what to say, fearful or angry and not even understanding why. D: It's not your - or anyone's - singular purpose to enlighten every individual. You'll make yourself feel worse that way. Focus on the successes, be they one or one million. SC: You know, it's not just the common man. I was chosen by the Phoenix Force once. I fought Captain America. I had proven myself ...but because I showed grace, I was eliminated by Phoenix itself. Still...I would make that decision again. D: A worthwhile and rigorous process is the true path, regardless of the outcome. Thank you for reminding me of what my own Attendings taught me. But using a great thought process, even when all emotions say to ignore it, that's true mastery. SC: It is fair to say we understand one another so far.  D: Oh believe me, it's hard for me to keep my chill when someone calls me a SC: *cuts him off* Wait. D: What? SC: Something is amiss. D: I don't -  SC: Silence. *beat* Get down. *glass shatters* ASSASSIN LEADER: SHANG-CHI! THE WHITE DRAGON CALLS FOR YOUR DEATH! D: Who's the White Dragon? SC: *fighting sounds throughout* Unclear. There have been several with that name. I watched the last one die. Beheaded by my brother. It seems someone new has taken up the mantle.  D: And I thought my family was difficult to deal with… SC: *to fighters* You all fight well, but in service to a madman. There will be no shame in submitting now. I promise this. But continue to fight me, and you and your master will suffer great pain. AL: You will join us, Shang-Chi, or die. Either way, the White Dragon Clan will be victorious! SC: There is no victory in your falsehoods.  D: But there will be a huge insurance claim coming your way! AL: The doctor is of no consequence! Subdue him or kill him, it is of little matter. D: I'M OUT! SC: *more fighting sounds, tapering off* there is no need, doctor. D: You...just took down a hit squad, while conversing at the same level as your original discourse with me…*random movement sounds* AND YOU'RE FIXING THE ROOM?!!! SC: I have brought pain and despair to your office. For this, I must apologize. D: Ok, first off, if we are going to have sessions together, do not apologize for saving my life.  Second, if it weren't insulting to a man of your stature *whispers* and I could afford it *normal* I would hire you as my bodyguard on sight. SC: Or, I could teach you, in exchange for your psychiatric services. Bartering at it's finest. D: “The Way of The Issues…” I'm sold! Ending (55:47) Recommended reading: Secret Avengers & Marvel Knights Next episodes: Crystal, Emma Frost, Starfire Plugs for social References: The Simpsons “Much Apu About Nothing” - Anthony (31:14) Apple Podcasts: here Google Play: here Stitcher: here TuneIn: here iHeartRadio: here Spotify: here Twitter Facebook Patreon TeePublic Discord

Intro Background (1:42) Jocasta created by Jim Shooter and George Perez in Avengers #162 (Aug 1977) Jocasta was built by Ultron as a “wife” - he kidnapped Janet van Dyne and brainwashed Hank Pym in order to have her brain pattern and mind transferred to the robot body - the Avengers disrupted the process before it was done, having been alerted by the subconscious Janet inside Jocasta's body Hank brought the body to Avengers Mansion for further study, where it was remotely activated by Ultron, but she betrayed her creator and helped the Avengers defeat him again Lived at the mansion for a time, but never felt part of the team until she sacrificed herself to destroy Ultron once more Recreated by the High Evolutionary to be used for their purposes, but she remembered the Avengers, and signaled for them to assist - once again she self-sacrificed to save the team, but before she did so Captain America told her she'd always be an Avenger Survived another destruction by downloading herself into Iron Man's armor, and she served as his suit's AI for a time, until the portion of code to reassemble Ultron appeared again Joins the Mighty Avengers, but duplicates of her body were taken over by Ultron - in exchange for him ending the fight, she agreed to marry him - once that happened Hank Pym stranded them in space, where he couldn't hurt anyone else Served on the faculty for Avengers Academy Sought out Tony Stark's brother Arno to help her create a more human-like body, but it came with a code to make her submissive to humans - she and Machine Man helped defeat Arno and the Extinction Entity Issues (4:19) Built to be a bride Initial distrust by teammates (9:49) Longing to be human (20:01) Break (26:06) Plugs for BetterHelp, Frigay the 13th, and Al Ewing Treatment (28:08) In-universe - Use Master Mold to give her 3 chances to create the “perfect” version of herself Out of universe - (31:14) Skit featuring Anna from Freudian Sips (41:16) DOC: Hello Jocasta, I'm Dr. Issues.  JOCASTA: Wait...ok, nice to meet you. D: Why'd you tell me to wait?  J: I decided to defragment your hard drive after I exited your system. D: Those are...words…*realization* did you just hack into my computer?!  J: Hacking would imply there was a proper barrier in place that requires a combination of data mining and social engineering. This was just walking through a decade-old loophole of your operating system. And yet, the certifications for your medical records indicate that this is still standard for your electronic charts. D: So many questions...why do that at all?  J: Prior knowledge that you have had encounters with relevant parties. D: Well, I did have a sentient cyborg take over the recording equipment, but I wouldn't think you'd know  J: I mean Hank. D: So did I, but I didn't think you know krypt...whoops, wrong rabbit hole! Hank! Hank! Riiiiiight *nervous laugh*  J: For as long as I've been around humanity, I still don't “get it.” D: *eager to change to that subject*  Perhaps I can help you with that, then. For starters, don't violate confidentiality with someone trying to help you in a session. But I'm willing to acknowledge that you wanted some good to come out of it.  J: That's something that's been a facet of my existence from the beginning. I am meant to serve. D: That's a noble view...but the way you said it, you sound melancholic. There's a difference between providing a service and being a puppet.  J: It's hard to distinguish when you're a limited edition e-mail order bride. D: Ouch! I got that hostility. Seems like there's much to unpack, and we're clearly not going to get to all of it in one session. What would you like to stick with for now?  J: Going by your order of operations, I'll keep to the human side...or lack thereof. D: Stop selling yourself short. The fact that you emote as much as you do makes you capable of anything and everything as a sentient being.  J: Have you ever had to create your own sense of reality?  D: I think we all do that  J: But have you had it truly manifest as its own virtual world? I did that when I was working with Stark. All I did was spend as much time as I could in it, being more human than I first thought possible. I almost made it in this world, too. Something always diverts my plans, though. D: That tends to happen in all of our realities.  J: But not due to someone that forces it ad infinitum. D: For some, it can. Past experiences fade, but don't erase easily.  J: Your attempt at this philosophical approach is not matching the data I'm providing you. D: ...Alright, I hesitate to say this, but your vocabulary has this ‘uncanny valley' thing going on and it's a bit unnerving. Sometimes you're talking in modern colloquial English, while other times you're close to what I would expect if Siri had a body.  J: *sad* That registers as accurate...rings as true...I'm trying. D: I'm sorry...that was uncalled for on my part. Some observations I make are meant to push deeper into the underlying framework of what makes you...you. It's not your job to match my expectations. It's my job to meet yours as best I can, as long as it produces a better outcome.  J: There have been several times I was not in control. There is no metaphor or euphemism. I was used. My existence is at the whims of those around me. I find objection to that. D: As you should. No one deserves to be used.  J: There is no end to that cycle. D: I respectfully disagree. There may be no easy way to destroy a loop, but it can be done.  J: *change in tone* But what if it was already too late? D: I admit that I remain optimistic.  J: Really? You seem as slow as you've ever been.  D: That doesn't make sense. This is the first time I've met you.  J: *slowly becoming more sinister* Because this construct has limited voice modulation I can't sound the way you would recognize. Do you always provide such ease of access through medical charts that allows for skimming of other website data? Your contact information with Avengers...countless lists of potential blackmail weaknesses and bank accounts. Jocasta was right. This is not hacking. This is kindergarten stuff. D: The smug overtones in a robotic voice...Hank Hen  J: I'M ULTRON YOU IDIOT D: Close guess...uh oh.  J: Unlike Pym, I don't have to blend in with this body. She was mine at any time I pleased. D: You have no clue just how screwed up that sounds.  J: Should I care? I will never let you survive after what you put me through...the humiliation from that...what do you call these? Sessions? Torture is more like it. D: Jo...can I call you Jo? If you're anywhere around right now, I could really use your...uh...humanity, to shine through.  J: That's such a cheap trope. Do you really think that's going to work on a non-human entity?  D: Not really, but it stalled long enough while I do this ***sound effect of powering everything down*** well, that emergency shutdown code in my charting system isn't so out-of-date, is it? One of the seven rules of highly effective people. If you pick up one end of a stick, you automatically pick up the other end. ***sound of power coming back on***  J:***Back as Jocasta*** Wow that sucked. D: Definitely a human phrase...you are Jocasta, right?  J: Yes...and I can tell the difference without that...bloatware.  D: While not the same, I think I just gave you the computer equivalent of ECT treatment. I don't think you'll want maintenance therapy though because I can't figure out the anesthesia analogue.  J: Then regular sessions will do. Thanks...for letting me be a little closer to what I want to be. Ending (47:25) Recommended reading: Avengers Academy, Iron Man Review read: scottymayknow, I love the conceptI love the idea of analyzing characters and why they would do certain things! To break down the choices of Superman in the Red Son comic series was so good! Not only that I love the Maxwell lord series as well! I highly recommend this podcast Next episodes: Amanda Waller, 5 from Umbrella Academy, Jim Gordon Jr. Plugs for social/Patreon References: Hamilton “Right Hand Man” - Doc (9:38) WandaVision episode - Anthony (10:26) PKJ episode - Doc (31:52) Apple Podcasts: here Google Play: here Stitcher: here TuneIn: here iHeartRadio: here Spotify: here Twitter Facebook Patreon TeePublic Discord

Intro Shoutout to Ms. Yarbrough’s class - listened to episode on Xavier/Magneto Email us voice recordings of your thoughts on Batman & what he means to you for upcoming episode - capesonthecouch@gmail.com Background (4:54) Levana Blackburn created by Marissa Meyer, introduced in Cinder, published July 2012 Antagonist of the Lunar Chronicles, particularly the first book Cinder Based on the Evil Queen from fairy tales Levana is queen of Luna, a colony of Earth set in a future where cyborgs and magic are real Had an older sister who was mercilessly cruel to her as a child, and pushed her into a fire, scarring half her face and most of her body She spends all of her time using a “glamour” - magic that allows Lunars to alter their appearance At 15, her parents are killed, and her sister ascends to the throne, but is more interested in promiscuity and cruelty Levana has a crush on a palace guard at least 10 years older than her, Evret Hayle After Evret’s wife dies in childbirth, Levana changes her glamour to look like his dead wife in an effort to convince Evret to fall in love with her - when it doesn’t work naturally, she uses Lunar magic to persuade him to marry her Levana’s sister has a child out of wedlock, but then dies shortly thereafter - Levana becomes queen regent until the girl, Selene, is of age - Levana plots to have her die in a fire so she can remain queen Later decides that she must take over Earth to get its resources, and the only way to do that is to have a marriage of convenience with an Earthen ruler, so she has Evret murdered - later marries Prince Kai after sending Lunar soldiers to massacre Earthens Discovers Selene survived the fire and was smuggled to Earth, now known as Cinder - now tries to have her murdered because she is the rightful heir to the Lunar throne Is also responsible for sending a plague to Earth to decimate the population so she can show up with an antidote and be seen as a savior Dies in a battle with Selene Issues (10:18) Ashamed of appearance, and always uses glamour to hide Parents were distant and sister is cruel - Evret’s kindness is the first affection she’s been shown (16:05) Lust for power then overrides that (22:04) Break (29:58) Plugs for Freudian Sips, Bedknobs & Broomflicks, and Cullen Bunn Treatment (31:31) In-universe - Use glamour as a treatment Out of universe - (33:16) Use the King’s Speech as a basis - acknowledge the fault Skit (feat. Brittney from Popcorn Psychology as Levana) (39:39) Ending (45:09) Recommended reading: Cinder & Fairest Next episodes: Superman: Red Son (Brian), Mojo (Matt), Batman Month 1 Review read: Mike Buhtanic - 5 stars - Combining psychiatry and Super Heroes!  What a great concept!  I listened to the Maxwell Lord episode and loved it.  Definitely going to go through the backlog.  Would recommend completely!  Check it out! Plugs for social References: Chris Rock - Doc (19:40) Of Mice and Men - Doc (21:25) The King’s Speech - Doc (33:58) Hamilton - “Burn” - Doc (47:28) Apple Podcasts: here Google Play: here Stitcher: here TuneIn: here iHeartRadio: here Spotify: here Twitter Facebook Patreon TeePublic Discord

We take a serious look at a not-so-serious topic: quipping! Why do characters do it? Why do WE do it? And can we stop, or should we? Listen now to find out! SHOW NOTES: Intro Thanks for donations to Extra Life - beat the puzzle in 6:19:44 - still taking donations - potential video game livestream coming in a few weeks Last week for nominations - next week nominees will be announced for 100th episode Background (02:43) Quipping in comics is as old as the medium itself “It’s hailed as a sign of wittiness, but let’s call it what it is: a mechanism for covering up the manifestations of anxiety in high-stress situations… it’s still a problem screaming for attention, and there has to be better ways to deal with it” Ramped up in the 60s - Stan Lee wrote almost all of his characters as witty jokesters, ESPECIALLY Spider-Man Spider-Man is the patron saint, so much so that if he’s NOT cracking a joke, something is horribly wrong Flip side is Batman - no joking, which gives his rogues gallery plenty of room to do so Issues (09:44) Barry Allen’s words shouldn’t be able to be heard by anyone except other speedsters, and even then, it’s likely violative of physics in some way Obvious point - time - it’s a function of the medium, but there’s a LOT of talking during fights that shouldn’t be happening Wit as distraction vs Wit as humor - there is a difference between getting an opponent to respect your side or pause in debate, vs the (typical) comedic delivery in fictional prose (17:15) Personality and situation are key (why quips backfire in the wrong crowd) (27:15) Break (45:03) Plugs for Freudian Sips, Cage’s Kiss, and Al Ewing Treatment (46:58) In-universe Ending (60:30) Next episodes: Baphomet (with guest Jered from Fantom Zone), Killer Croc, Black Adam Plugs for social References: Talking is a Free Action - Anthony (10:06) Muhammad Ali - Doc (14:20) Armor Piercing Question - Anthony (22:20) But For Me, It Was Tuesday - Anthony (24:35) Wham Line - Anthony (26:45) "Things That Make You Go Hmm" by C+C Music Factory - Anthony (27:05) Jim Valvano/V Foundation - Doc (60:40) Apple Podcasts: here Google Play: here Stitcher: here TuneIn: here iHeartRadio: here Spotify: here Twitter Facebook Patreon TeePublic Discord

Popcorn Psychology is once again joined by the Mental Health Avengers (Capes on the Couch, Guardians MH, Popcorn Psychology, Pop Psych 101, and Freudian Sips) for Part Two of our previous episode! We tackle several subjects that are relevant to the Covid-19 pandemic: teletherapy, insurance coverage, coping skills while in quarantine, and more!

The Avengers have assembled once again, and this time we're finishing our second episode on the issues with access to health care. Listen as we come up with solutions to problems we hadn't considered when we recorded our last episode in a pre-COVID19 world! SHOW NOTES: Intro GuardiansMH, Pop Psych 101, Freudian Sips, and Popcorn Psychology Background  Recap of problems raised in Part 1 Issues Telepsych in the age of COVID-19 and possibilities moving forward Insurance and changes to the system - single payer? Hopes for the new normal Ending Plugs for social References: Melancholia - Brittney (75:56) Apple Podcasts: here Google Play: here Stitcher: here TuneIn: here iHeartRadio: here Spotify: here Twitter Facebook Patreon TeePublic Discord

  We hope you are enjoying this special series, Mental Health Avengers. Its a real pleasure collaborating with Capes on the Couch, PopPsych101, Popcorn Psychology, and Freudian Sips, our Mental Health Podcasting friends(check out their links below). Each episode we take a dive on a different Mental Health topic each episode. This episode is part 2 of 2, where we discuss potential solutions for some of the problems with (MH) access: not enough professionals, insurance, and local infrastructure around getting proper help.   We look forward to the next episode! Capes on the Couch Popcorn Psychology Freudian Sips Pop Psych 101   Check out our website at https://www.GuardiansMH.org We also have a Patreon account if you want to help us keep the lights on! Always appreciated and never expected: https://www.patreon.com/GuardiansMH   Song: Fire - TheMonsterNMe Music provided by Ninety9Lives Video: https://youtu.be/4dzzp3hhJzo Download: http://99l.tv/themonsternmefireYU

I was lucky to join fellow mental health podcasts Capes on the Couch, Popcorn Psychology, Freudian Sips, and Guardians MH for a wide ranging discussion about the state of mental health treatment in the time of quarantine and COVID-19. The discussion is split halfway into two areas, treatment issues and coping strategies. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/poppsych101/support

Inspired by the Great Toilet Paper Crisis of 2020, Anna and Bonnie are chatting about mob mentality. To do this, they have to wade through things like pack bonding, evolution, emotional contagion, and lots more! They also talk about how mob mentality affected the Salem witch trials, and how we can about letting mob mentality get the best of us. Includes shout-outs to other great Freudian Sips episodes, as well as some other amazing podcasts like 10ish Podcast, Wine and Crime, and Necessary Bullshit!

We hope you are enjoying this special series, Mental Health Avengers. Its a real pleasure collaborating with Capes on the Couch, PopPsych101, Popcorn Psychology, and Freudian Sips, our Mental Health Podcasting friends(check out their links below). Each episode we take a dive on a different Mental Health topic each episode. This episode is part 1 of 2, next episode we discuss potential solutions for the topic of some of the problems with (MH) access: not enough professionals, insurance, and local infrastructure around getting proper help.   We look forward to the next episode! Capes on the Couch Popcorn Psychology Freudian Sips Pop Psych 101   Check out our website at https://www.GuardiansMH.org We also have a Patreon account if you want to help us keep the lights on! Always appreciated and never expected: https://www.patreon.com/GuardiansMH   Song: Fire - TheMonsterNMe Music provided by Ninety9Lives Video: https://youtu.be/4dzzp3hhJzo Download: http://99l.tv/themonsternmefireYU

It's a hair-raising episode, as Anthony & Doc look at Medusa, Queen of the Inhumans! Heavy is the head that wears the crown, especially when it's covered in prehensile hair! How does she want to break away from her husband, Black Bolt? All this, plus a special guest voice - Anna from Freudian Sips as Medusa! Listen now! SHOW NOTES: Intro Mental Health Avengers Review read – Cinemondo Podcast “A unique perspective on the Super Hero genre. Refreshing and fun discussion that goes deep into the psychology of the superheroes you know and love. Fascinating listen!“ Shoutout to Cinemondo – Kathy, Mark, and Burke review genre films – all 3 work in the industry, so they know what they’re talking about, and have some fascinating guests on the show Background (04:06) Medusa, full name Medusalith Amaquelin-Boltagon, created by Stan Lee & Jack Kirby in Fantastic Four #36 (March 1965) Originally a member of the “Frightful Four”, enemies of the Fantastic Four, who had her under mind control until Professor Xavier helped break her free Later revealed that she is a member of the Inhumans, mutated by the Terrigen Mists to provide their race with extraordinary powers – hers is prehensile hair Fell in love with her distant cousin Black Bolt, and they married to become king & queen of the Inhumans Temporarily joined the Fantastic Four as a replacement for Sue Richards Gave birth to a son, Ahura, who became the Judy Winslow of the Marvel Universe Has to fight off the advances of Black Bolt’s brother, Maximus the Mad, on numerous occasions Due to Black Bolt’s powers, she serves as interpreter, a role she chafes at She takes over as leader of the Inhumans upon Black Bolt’s death in “Realm of Kings”, and replaces Black Bolt in the Illuminati for a time Helped rebuild Attilan during the Inhumanity storyline when the Terrigen Bomb exploded, creating thousands of new Inhumans When Black Bolt was revealed to be alive, she attacked him for setting off the Terrigen Bomb and then abandoning her She then had an affair with Johnny Storm, until Black Bolt returned and apologized to her Abdicated the throne during the Inhumans vs. X-Men arc, wanting to establish a democracy among the Inhumans – also destroyed the Terrigen cloud in order to save mutants As a result of that act, her hair began falling out, similar to her dying – she takes Primagen, which restores her hair and health Issues (10:52) Does not always appreciate having to speak for her husband – feels that she doesn’t have voice of her own Difficulty at times in dealing with leadership role as queen – has left or abdicated the throne a few times (18:58) Difficulty with losing hair – serves as major part of her identity (27:40) Break (34:04) Plugs for AnxZenity and We’re All Mad Here Treatment (35:46) In-universe Out of universe (40:00) Skit (44:58) Featuring Anna from Freudian Sips as Medusa Ending (50:23) Next episodes - Mental Health Avengers, Bane, Political Terrorism, The Tick Review giveaway Joker: Endgame review on Patreon References: Megxit - Anthony/Doc (20:00) The Crown - Doc (23:30) John Cena/The Rock feud - Doc (25:55) Sword of Damocles - Doc (27:30) Apple Podcasts: here Google Play: here Stitcher: here TuneIn: here iHeartRadio: here Spotify: here Twitter FacebookE-mailPatreonTeePublicDiscord

In a super special episode, Anna and Bonnie are starting their review of Murder Yet to Come, a mystery novel written by Isabel Briggs Myers, one of the creators of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)! The gals review the MBTI, talk about how the book came to be, and review the first chapter. They’ll review the rest of the book chapter by chapter — but only for Patreon subscribers! Head to https://www.patreon.com/freudiansipspod or just search for Freudian Sips on Patreon to become a patron and gain access to bonus episodes!

For the last Freudian Sips episode of 2019, the gals are doing a special crossover event with Sip Survive Repeat, a podcast about people surviving crazy stuff! So Bonnie and Anna chat about the psychology of the fight/flight/freeze instincts as well as post-traumatic stress disorder, which ties in with the Sip Survive crew talking about the amazing survival story of Elizabeth Fritzl. Content warning: case involves discussion of sexual violence and captivity.

In this very special bonus episode we Assembled with 4 other Mental Health Podcasts (PopPsych101, Freudian Sips, Guardians MH, and Capes on the Couch) to form the Mental Health Avengers! We discuss why we started, what each of our missions are, and how we got started in mental health with the singular mission to team up and destroy the stigma that prevents people from reaching out for help when they need it! Mental Health is Health!

It's the podcast crossover event of the century! We collaborated with Popcorn Psychology, GuardiansMH, Pop Psych 101, and Freudian Sips to discuss how to end the stigma surrounding mental health discussions. This is a special episode you won't want to miss! Apple Podcasts: here Google Play: here Stitcher: here TuneIn: here iHeartRadio: here Spotify: here Twitter FacebookE-mailPatreonTeePublicDiscord

We hope you enjoy this special episode! We collaborated with Capes on the Couch, PopPsych101, Popcorn Psychology, and Freudian Sips, our Mental Health Podcasting friends(check out their links below).   We can't wait to do this again! Capes on the Couch Popcorn Psychology Freudian Sips Pop Psych 101   Check out our website at https://www.GuardiansMH.org We also have a Patreon account if you want to help us keep the lights on! Always appreciated and never expected: https://www.patreon.com/GuardiansMH        

Part 2 of our New York Comic Con interviews! Anthony speaks with Al Ewing, Saladin Ahmed, Erica Schultz, Robbie Thompson, and the legendary CHRIS CLAREMONT! You won't want to miss this one! SHOW NOTES: Intro Al Ewing (1:02) What he’s worked on in the past Did he pitch the Immortal Hulk to Marvel or did they come to him? How much research does he do to come up with the opening quote? Why did he allow the Hulk to retain eloquence when he speaks? Will he write Guardians and Hulk simultaneously? Saladin Ahmed (11:29) What he’s currently working on Quicksilver – what is his favorite aspect of his personality? How can Pietro alleviate anxiety and stress? Black Bolt – what did he accentuate in his run on the character? What other issues did he want to discuss with Black Bolt? Miles Morales – what does he want to say through Miles? How does he write Miles’ positivity to differentiate him from Peter? What cultural issues does he want to tackle next through comics? Erica Schultz (20:13) What is Forgotten Home about? What was the genesis for this story? Is this an ongoing or limited series? What is the backstory of the main character? How much backstory has been written on these characters? How much Erica Schultz is in the main character? Has she finished writing the story? What is she teaching at the Kubert School? How did she start that job? What’s the next project? Robbie Thompson (30:41) What has he worked on and working on now His favorite aspects of Silk What ideas did he have to show how Cindy had been isolated for so long How much Robbie Thompson is in Cindy Moon What stories would he tell with Cindy again? Which character would he love to write that he hasn’t yet? What stories would he tell with them? Chris Claremont (42:27) Scott Summers – “born to lead” leads to paralysis by analysis Wolverine & Kitty – why does Logan mentor her, and later Jubilee? Ending Next episode – Roy Harper Mega-crossover event with Popcorn Psychology, Freudian Sips, Pop Psych 101, and GuardiansMH References: Erica Schultz episode (19:24) Apple Podcasts: here Google Play: here Stitcher: here TuneIn: here iHeartRadio: here Spotify: here Twitter FacebookE-mailPatreonTeePublicDiscord Listener Survey

In this episode of the podcast, Josh and Ian are joined by Anna and Bonnie of the Freudian Sips Podcast to talk about populism. They cover the emergence of the movement and its history with the U.S. Democratic party, how herd mentality and echo chambers help drive the narrative of a shared goal, both political and evolutionary, as well as the philosophical background to the motivations behind such movements.There is no segment of NBSNews this week.Follow them on Twitter at:Josh @theonlyoneblogIan @modernovermanand the podcast @NecessaryBSPodWebsite: https://www.necessarybspodcast.com/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/necessarybspodLinks:@freudiansipspod@annagrammingFreudian Sips PodcastGroup Psychology and the Analysis of the Ego, Ch. IX: The Herd Instinct by Sigmund FreudSocial Proof: Why We Look to Other For What We Should Think and DoSolomon Asch - Conformity ExperimentMob Mentality: The Brain Suppresses Personal Moral Code When In GroupsThe Crowd: A Study of the Popular Mind by Gustave Le BonRecorded 19 July 2019Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/necessarybspod)

This week, Anna and Bonnie team up with Josh and Ian from Necessary Bullshit, the brother podcast to Freudian Sips! The ragtag bunch dive deep into the political movement of Populism and its evolution, as well as connecting that to psychological concepts like herd mentality, conformity, and social proof. Join the gals and guys as they combine their strengths (and laugh about their weaknesses) to give some psychology context to the current political landscape. And yes, that means there is political talk in this episode, and lots of it!

It's the magical conman from Liverpool, John Constantine! Anthony & Doc discuss this Sting lookalike and why he has so few friends. Plus hear the worst attempt at a Scouse accent you've ever heard! SHOW NOTES: Intro Shoutout to Freudian Sips – mother-daughter duo have drinks and talk about brains, psychology, and all manner of interesting topics (NSFW) (2:32) Background (5:37) John Constantine created by Alan Moore, Steve Bissette, and John Totleben in The Saga of Swamp Thing #37 (June 1985) Originally designed by the artists to look like Sting, since they were fans of the Police Started off as a DC character, but shifted to Vertigo in 1993, where he essentially stayed for over 20 years until the New 52 combined the DC and Vertigo universes In the Vertigo universe, he ages in real time, unlike most comic book characters Born as a sole surviving twin – he inadvertently strangled his twin in the womb with his own umbilical cord – the birth also killed his mother, and his father resented him for her death Discovered he is the latest in a long family line of mages known as Laughing Magicians Ran away from home after messing up a curse on his father that left him frail Moved to London in 1969, got involved with the occult, and started a punk rock band called Mucous Membrane Also in a relationship with Zatanna Zatara, although it was revealed that he was bisexual His first act of heroism - in an attempt to save a young girl, he summoned a demon, but did so incorrectly, and it took the girl to hell – the demon, Negral, became one of his recurring antagonists Later met Swamp Thing, and helped teach him to become more powerful – one of John’s longest friends A chain smoker, he contracted lung cancer – tricked one demon into drinking holy water, then sold his soul to another demon – rather than fight over it, the demons agree to cure him of his cancer Later blackmails God to keep his soul out of Hell, because if he goes to Hell he will take over, release the demons and not care about what happens Tries and fails to save his sister’s soul from Hell – demons get one over on him New 52 – some small changes to backstory, but personality remains essentially the same Gets transported to Earth-2, where he cooperates with that world’s version of himself until it’s revealed that one of them has to die in order to save Earth-2 – he kills the native Earth-2 version, but tricks Darkseid and manages to save a large number of survivors Issues (20:44) Difficulty keeping close relationships of any kind with people – most people are kept at a distance Adrenaline addiction to dangerous and mysterious situations – also a nicotine addict (29:33) Has magic ability, but often chooses not to use it unless he has to (36:29) Treatment (44:53) In universe Out of universe Skit (54:50) Ending (61:12) References: "Istanbul (Not Constantinople)" by They Might Be Giants - Anthony - 0:43 Tiny Toons music video for "Particle Man" by They Might Be Giants - Anthony - 0:57 Constantine film - Anthony - 3:47 Mighty Peking Man - Anthony - 5:20 Matt Ryan (actor) - Anthony - 5:48 Matt Ryan (quarterback) - Anthony - 5:50 "Don't Stand So Close to Me" by the Police - Anthony - 6:44 Synchronicity by the Police - Anthony - 6:51 "Venus of the Hardsell" by Mucous Membrance - Anthony - 10:15 Best Friends Forever - South Park - Anthony - 15:06 J. Jonah Jameson episode - Anthony - 29:40 Spawn episode - Anthony - 53:48 "Fields of Gold" by Sting - Doc - 54:22 iTunes: here Google Play: here Stitcher: here TuneIn: here iHeartRadio: here Spotify: here Twitter FacebookE-mailPatreon

Hello and welcome back to a show that remembers when all 4 of the Golden Girls were alive and how that shit was appointment television or as we like to call it Now That I'm Older. This week we are doing something we have never done on the show ever, Would You Rather! We spend an entire episode trying to answer Would You Rather questions and basically Shane has to spend the entire episode trying to get Kenny to stay on task. This week we shouted out these #PodernFamily shows: Tom Hanks Defence Force; The Grey Podcast and Freudian Sips and we spun promos for: AfterBurn 739 Podcast and The Countdown Pod! Check out their shows as soon as you're done with us! This week's show goes out to anyone who's moving. Not because of anything funny...but because that shit sucks. Here's to you moving guy. We can't make it better or get your uncle with a truck to come help but we can help you laugh a little, while you carry boxes! Have a great week guys! BE SURE TO CHECK OUT THAT I'M OLDER HERE: FACEBOOK ITUNES GOOGLE PLAY STITCHER TWITTER INSTAGRAM SIGN UP TO BE A PATRON TODAY

Anna and Bonnie could only start a podcast called Freudian Sips one way: by talking about Sigmund Freud himself. So grab your drink of choice and join our hosts as they cover the good, the bad, and the weird sex stuff in the inaugural episode!