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Pop Psych 101

By Ryan Engelstad & Dr. Hayley Roberts

In an effort to educate and normalize, two therapists, Ryan Engelstad and Hayley Roberts, talk candidly about mental health and illness through the lens of movies, music, books, and TV. Common pop culture mental health tropes are analyzed, and the accuracy of their portrayals are in question, for better or worse.

PopPsych can be raw and real, and very serious; it can also be very funny. If we really want to normalize the conversation about mental health, then we need to start having real and normal conversations.

S1 (Ep1-51): Ryan+Mike
S2 (52-62): Ryan's Solo Career
S3 (63+): Ryan+Hayley

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#43 - OCD in The Aviator

Pop Psych 101Aug 12, 2019

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#111 Existential Crises and the Female Experience in Barbie

#111 Existential Crises and the Female Experience in Barbie

This week Ryan and Hayley discuss Greta Gerwig's Barbie!

They explore how existential experiences show up in a variety of ways, and talk about the female experience, feminism, and how women are portrayed in movies.

Sep 01, 202301:17:19
#110 The Progression of Alzheimer's in Still Alice

#110 The Progression of Alzheimer's in Still Alice

This episode Ryan and Hayley discuss the stages of Alzheimer's and how it affects Alice and her family members in the 2014 film Still Alice.


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Aug 09, 202301:06:08
#109 Change and Parenting in Ted Lasso Season 3

#109 Change and Parenting in Ted Lasso Season 3

This week Ryan and Hayley discuss the big question asked by Roy Kent to the Diamond Dogs: Can People Change?

They also talk about moms and parenting.

Finally they give ratings both for the season, and for the show as a whole.


Check out our other episodes of Ted Lasso!

Jun 14, 202301:10:40
#108 Reshaping Relationships in Shrinking

#108 Reshaping Relationships in Shrinking

This episode, Ryan and Hayley discuss how grief and intentional "boops" can reshape relationships. They also explore dual relationships and whether they even try to accurately portray therapy in the series.



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May 31, 202301:15:03
BONUS: Cannibalism and Psychosis in Yellowjackets

BONUS: Cannibalism and Psychosis in Yellowjackets

In this bonus episode, Ryan and Hayley discuss why cannibalism is so en vogue right now in media and how psychosis, magic, and medication are spoken about both IRL and in movies, and how Yellowjackets hints at these intersections with some of its characters.



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Mar 24, 202318:01
#107 Survival and Trauma in Yellow Jackets S1

#107 Survival and Trauma in Yellow Jackets S1

To prepare you for Season 2 of Yellowjackets coming out this weekend, Ryan and Hayley discuss Season 1. They explore what they believe are the stages of survival, how trauma shows up in different contexts, fugue states, and the consistency of the characters' personalities.


And! A bonus episode will be released soon!

Enjoy!


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Mar 22, 202301:10:22
#106: Ted Lasso Season 2 Quotables
Mar 08, 202301:13:50
#105 The Descent of Nate in Ted Lasso Season 2
Mar 01, 202357:49
#104 Therapy in Ted Lasso Season 2
Feb 22, 202301:07:46
#103 Hate Watching White Lotus: PopPsych101xPopSugar Interview
Jan 25, 202347:60
#102 The Season of Change in Spirited

#102 The Season of Change in Spirited

This week Ryan and Hayley watched AppleTV+'s Spirited. They discussed change, what it means to be "unredeemable", self-narratives, and how the Christmas Carol storyline might just be... therapy?


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Dec 30, 202201:09:13
#101 Fame and Growth in Almost Famous with Debbie Carroll

#101 Fame and Growth in Almost Famous with Debbie Carroll

This week Ryan and Hayley invite Debbie Carroll (Onsite) to join them to discuss mental health in the entertainment industry, in general, and specifically how it is represented in Almost Famous. 

Onsite, a Nashville-based emotional company with 40 years of experience, has launched a first-of-its-kind program specifically designed to support the entertainment industry — musicians, actors and other public-facing professionals — to proactively manage their mental and emotional health.

Debbie Carroll joined Onsite in March to lead its entertainment industry program. Debbie is a licensed social worker and was with The Recording Academy’s MusiCares program for more than 20 years, most recently as vice president of health and human services. She is one of the most experienced and knowledgeable people in the industry when it comes to supporting artists mentally and emotionally.


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Dec 14, 202201:03:00
#100 Looking back with Ryan's official 100 episodes!

#100 Looking back with Ryan's official 100 episodes!

This week Hayley flips the script on Ryan and surprises him with a conversation about what it's like doing PopPsych101 over the past 4-ish years. They discuss the PopPsych101 journey from start to future!


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Nov 30, 202258:21
#99 Identity and the Female Experience in She-Hulk

#99 Identity and the Female Experience in She-Hulk

This week Ryan and Hayley discuss Marvel's She-Hulk. They explore how sudden life-changes can affect identity, how the female experience shows up in Jennifer Walters's expression as She-Hulk, and what they think of Jennifer's group therapy experience.
They also are lucky to check in with their own Jennifer, Attorney-at-Law: Ryan's wife! She shares where the show hits the mark on lawyering and were it doesn't represent a true attorney's experience. 


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Nov 09, 202201:27:02
#98 Trauma and Cultural Assimilation in Midsommar

#98 Trauma and Cultural Assimilation in Midsommar

Because it's Halloween week and everyone has been begging for them to cover Midsommar, Ryan and Hayley find a way to make it happen...

In this week's episode, Ryan explains to Hayley about the plot of Midsommar and she uses her intake session skills to ask questions so she can understand the context and psychology of the creepy film. 


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Oct 26, 202201:33:38
#97 Therapist Relationships in How I Met Your Mother

#97 Therapist Relationships in How I Met Your Mother

This episode, Ryan and Hayley delve into a story arc in S7 of HIMYM. Robin dates her therapist *GASP*. Ryan and Hayley explore if everyone, ultimately, dates or marries "their parents."


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Oct 05, 202201:07:52
#96 Handling Stressful Contexts in The Bear

#96 Handling Stressful Contexts in The Bear

This week Ryan and Hayley discuss Hulu's The Bear. They explore the grief that characters are experiencing in different ways, the stress of professional hierarchies, and the importance of communication - both personally and on teams. 


This episode includes a clip from comedian, Kyle Ayers. You can find him on instagram/twitter: @kyleayers, tiktok: @kyleayersthings, or for his (VERY FUN) podcast or more info check out https://linktr.ee/kyleayers!

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Byyyyeeeee.

Aug 17, 202201:07:32
#95 Multiverses, Validation, and Choice in Everything Everywhere All at Once

#95 Multiverses, Validation, and Choice in Everything Everywhere All at Once

This week Ryan and Hayley discuss the importance of validation, looking back on past choices and recognizing current choices, and the big question: Do multiverses exist?


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Aug 03, 202201:08:48
#94 Friendship and Nostalgia in Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers

#94 Friendship and Nostalgia in Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers

This week Ryan and Hayley discuss Disney+'s Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers. They explore how friendships change over time and how conflict resolution is represented by our beloved chipmunks. They also explore why so many movies lately are so nostalgic and why it makes sense in current times. 


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Jul 20, 202201:04:33
#93 High School Experiences in Senior Year

#93 High School Experiences in Senior Year

This week Ryan and Hayley discuss Netflix's Senior Year. They explore fixation, post-coma psychosis, and how high school experiences shape people, affect people as adults, and hold different value for people as they grow. 


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Jul 06, 202201:04:14
#92 Dissociative Identity Disorder in MoonKnight

#92 Dissociative Identity Disorder in MoonKnight

This week Ryan and Hayley discuss one of the newest additions to the MCU: Moon Knight. They explore how Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) is portrayed in the film, where mental health and magic collide, and how Hollywood plays a role in how people view mental health. 

Jun 22, 202201:06:29
#91 Ethics and Morality of Severance

#91 Ethics and Morality of Severance

This week Ryan and Hayley discuss Apple TV's Severance. They explore the ethics and morality of the procedure, some "psychological plot holes", and work-life balance.


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Jun 08, 202201:05:47
#90 The Emotions of Puberty in Turning Red

#90 The Emotions of Puberty in Turning Red

In this week's episode, Ryan and Hayley discuss Pixar's Turning Red. They explore puberty, parental pressure, and the struggle with narratives about controlling emotions.

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NOTE: Hayley's microphone settings were off, so her sound is a little hollow! But it seems to slightly improve as the episode progresses AND it's a great episode - so don't miss it!

May 25, 202201:03:44
#89 Mothers, Addiction, and Why people like Euphoria

#89 Mothers, Addiction, and Why people like Euphoria

This week Ryan and Hayley discuss Season2 Episde6 of the popular show Euphoria. They discuss mothers, the support they offer, and the representation of someone as more than their addiction. Ryan and Hayley also explore why people like the show despite its heavy topics. 


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May 11, 202201:12:43
#88 Being Seen in Nightmare Alley

#88 Being Seen in Nightmare Alley

This week Ryan and Hayley discuss people's need to be seen, the questions of Man vs Monster and Curiosity vs Confidence, and the arts of mentalism and magicians. 


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Apr 27, 202201:00:02
#87 Oscar Nominations: Communication & Boundaries in CODA
Mar 23, 202201:00:33
#86 Oscar Nominations: Family Dynamics in Encanto
Mar 16, 202201:02:20
#85 Oscar Nominations: Personal Perspectives and the Power of the Dog

#85 Oscar Nominations: Personal Perspectives and the Power of the Dog

This month, Ryan and Hayley are covering a couple Oscar nominated movies. This week, they discuss Netflix's The Power of the Dog. They cover toxic masculinity, how our personal narratives affect how we view things, and the is-this-or-isn't-this of antisocial personality disorder symptoms.


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Mar 09, 202259:11
#84 Coping Through Play in Bluey

#84 Coping Through Play in Bluey

This week Ryan and Hayley discuss an episode of Bluey called "Copy Cat." They explore the childlike experience of grief, coping through play, and different takes on parenting. 


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Feb 23, 202201:02:20
#83 Climate Anxiety and AI in Finch

#83 Climate Anxiety and AI in Finch

This week, Ryan and  Hayley watch Apple TV's Finch and discuss  anxiety vs fear, artificial  intelligence, and the power of taking initiative.


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Feb 09, 202256:45
#82 The Philosophy of Cloning & Grief in Swan Song

#82 The Philosophy of Cloning & Grief in Swan Song

This week Ryan and Hayley dive deep into philosophy... aliens, cloning, what makes someone human, and ultimately grief in Apple TV's Swan Song.

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Feb 02, 202254:19
#81 Teletherapy in the Simpsons

#81 Teletherapy in the Simpsons

This week, Ryan and Hayley discuss Season 33 Episode 9 of the Simpsons: Mothers and Other Strangers. They explore how it represents teletherapy as a whole, particularly therapy apps; lesser known diagnoses; and parenting. 


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Jan 26, 202255:09
#80 Hypnotherapy in Hypnotic

#80 Hypnotherapy in Hypnotic

This week Ryan and Hayley discuss Hypnotherapy in Netflix's Hypnotic. They talk about fears, control, and buy in. They also discuss how it compares to other therapeutic techniques, and really hammer home the idea that it is important to ASK QUESTIONS when you want to know more!

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Jan 19, 202201:06:06
#79 Egotism and 'Truman Show Delusion' in The Truman Show w/ Dr. Matt Johnson
Jan 12, 202201:03:38
#78 Wellness Gurus & Psychedelics in Nine Perfect Strangers

#78 Wellness Gurus & Psychedelics in Nine Perfect Strangers

This week, Ryan and Hayley discuss Hulu's Nine Perfect Strangers. They explore micro-dosing, hallucinogenics. and wellness retreats in general. They also cover the importance of informed consent and accountability in treatment.


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Jan 05, 202201:04:25
Autumn Series 2021: In Treatment - Brooke

Autumn Series 2021: In Treatment - Brooke

This month, Ryan and Hayley are deep diving into season 4 of In Treatment. Each week they will focus on one of the 4 main characters and discuss their overall case.

This week, to close it out, they focus on Dr. Brooke Taylor, herself.


Thank you so much for following along with our Autumn Series! We'll see you in 2022!


Please follow us on socials @PopPsych101 and let us know what you think and what you'd like to hear. 

Nov 24, 202101:02:46
Autumn Series 2021: In Treatment - Laila

Autumn Series 2021: In Treatment - Laila

This month, Ryan and Hayley are deep diving into season 4 of In Treatment. Each week they will focus on one of the 4 main characters and  discuss their overall case.

This week, they focus on Dr. Brooke Taylor's work with Laila. 

Ryan and Hayley are joined by Dr. Karmen Thulin. You can find her at https://catalystcenterllc.com/our-team/karmen-thulin/ and soon at https://selfstudied.com/

Nov 17, 202101:06:47
Autumn Series 2021: In Treatment - Colin

Autumn Series 2021: In Treatment - Colin

This month, Ryan and Hayley are deep diving into season 4 of In  Treatment. Each week they will focus on one of the 4 main characters and  discuss their overall case.

This week, they focus on Dr. Brooke Taylor's work with Colin

Nov 10, 202101:07:00
Autumn Series 2021: In Treatment - Eladio

Autumn Series 2021: In Treatment - Eladio

 This month, Ryan and Hayley are deep diving into season 4 of In Treatment. Each week they will focus on one of the 4 main characters and discuss their overall case. 

This week, they focus on Dr. Brooke Taylor's work with Eladio. 

Nov 03, 202101:01:20
Quick Announcement

Quick Announcement

Hayley hops into your speakers to quickly update you on PopPsych's break and her and Ryan's plans for the podcast.
Be sure to follow on Instagram and Twitter: @PopPsych101
Sep 22, 202102:44
#77 Curiosity vs Judgement in Ted Lasso Season 1

#77 Curiosity vs Judgement in Ted Lasso Season 1

This week Ryan and Hayley discuss how Ted Lasso's approach of curiosity rather than judgement looks across various circumstances; masculinity as it shows up and is reframed during season 1; as well as relentless optimism and anxiety. 

Jul 31, 202101:00:09
#76 Mental Health in the Music of Frozen II

#76 Mental Health in the Music of Frozen II

(This version is not connected to Spotify - please listen on Spotify if you would like the songs built into the episode for you!)
This week, Ryan and Hayley take a look at how the songs of Frozen II  represent various experiences within mental health (hallucinations,  depression, grief, attachment). They also take a look at a song that was  removed from the movie and how it would have changed a huge part of the  movie itself.

Jul 15, 202101:03:56
#76 Mental Health in the Music of Frozen II

#76 Mental Health in the Music of Frozen II

Episodes with music are only available on Spotify.

This week, Ryan and Hayley take a look at how the songs of Frozen II represent various experiences within mental health (hallucinations, depression, grief, attachment). They also take a look at a song that was removed from the movie and how it would have changed a huge part of the movie itself. 

Jul 14, 202101:11:54
#75 Agoraphobia in Woman in the Window

#75 Agoraphobia in Woman in the Window

This week Hayley and Ryan delve into agoraphobia and anxiety as it is portrayed in the movie Woman in the Window, starring Amy Adams. They also talk about the unique presentation of a therapist receiving therapy and the tricky situation of having an unreliable narrator. 

Jul 07, 202101:02:53
#74 Consent and Gender Norms in Bridgerton with Novel Feelings

#74 Consent and Gender Norms in Bridgerton with Novel Feelings

This week Ryan and Hayley are joined by the cohosts of the Novel Feelings podcast to discuss Bridgerton - the show AND the book. They discuss how mental health discourse looks in Australia, as well as the topics of consent, gender, and gossip as it is portrayed by the Bridgerton series. 

Jun 30, 202101:04:19
#73 Finding your Spark in Disney Pixar's Soul

#73 Finding your Spark in Disney Pixar's Soul

This week Ryan and Hayley discuss intentionality, the difference between goals and values, and Hayley gets on a soap box about passion. 

Jun 23, 202155:38
#72 Sports Psychology in The Weight of Gold with Dr. Shane Saenz

#72 Sports Psychology in The Weight of Gold with Dr. Shane Saenz

This week Ryan and Hayley invite guest Dr. Shane Saenz (PsyD, CMPC: Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Sport Psychologist; https://www.drshanesaenz.com) to explore with them HBO's original documentary The Weight of Gold. Shane explains how sport is often the "first love" for many competitive athletes and the role that human development plays in their focus of their sport.

Jun 16, 202158:50
#71 Relationship Patterns in Marriage Story

#71 Relationship Patterns in Marriage Story

In this episode Ryan and Hayley break done the Netflix movie Marriage story. We break down the emotional toll of the divorce process and what kind of support the characters could benefit from.
Jun 09, 202101:05:34
#70 Intergenerational Trauma in Mare of Easttown

#70 Intergenerational Trauma in Mare of Easttown

This week Ryan and Hayley discuss intergenerational trauma in HBO's Mare of Easttown. We look at Mare's therapist and how Mare was able to work through her grief. We also answer the question "Why do therapists ask 'How did/does that make you feel?'"
Jun 03, 202101:08:02
#69 Memory Loss in Memento

#69 Memory Loss in Memento

This week, Ryan and Hayley discuss the movie Memento. They play with the idea of how structure and order effect how memory is created and stored, as well as lost - particularly with regard to Anterograde Amnesia/Memory Loss. 

May 26, 202101:03:09