GT Radio - The Geek Therapy Podcast

#213: It’s impossible to actually go back and do something over, but imagining what we’d do differently a second time can help prepare us for similar experiences in the future. Gamers understand the value of doing something again and again and learning from each experience. We cover some of our favorite do-over stories and games including the new X-Men comics, Groundhog Day, Edge of Tomorrow, Back...

#212: Redemption stories allow us to see that we can be better versions of ourselves and help us see the possibility of others moving past what they’ve done. Through multiple media examples, we discuss redemptions stories that affected us and some we think are important. We believe redemption stories can help a lot of people see the potential for good and growth in others because we don’t see thos...

#211: We take an in-depth look at DC Comics’ Heroes in Crisis event, a 9-issue murder mystery that deals with mental health issues and treatment. The story is full of relatable character interviews that serve as great conversation starters. We think this one matters and is definitely worth reading. Check out the Geek Therapy Discord – geektherapy.com/discord Questions? Comments? Discuss this episo...

#210: So… What do you want to be when you grow up? It’s an existential crisis we can all relate to. The team goes through their own academic and professional experiences, where they’ve been, where they are, and where they’re going. We decided to cover this so we could address some topics we’ve seen come up on the GT Discord. Check out the Geek Therapy Discord – geektherapy.com/discord Questions? C...

#209: Do video games cause violence? Four mental health, psychology, and gaming experts say: no. One year after the Jacksonville Landing shooting at a Madden tournament, we’re once again talking about mass shootings and whether or not video games cause violence. Once again, we’ve chosen to celebrate video games in addition to going over some talking points. Check out the Geek Therapy Discord – gee...

#208: We’ve talked about D&D and we’ve played D&D, now we talk about playing D&D! A D&D debrief! We take the time to reflect on our gameplay session, what it like for each of us, what we thought, how we felt, all the things we loved, and we want to change for next time. What did you think of our D&D debrief? Do you debrief after gaming? Check out the Geek Therapy Discord – geek...

#207: Part two of our three-part series on Dungeons and Dragons! In the first-ever Geek Therapy Adventure, we play Dragon of Icespire Peak, Brandon is our DM, Lara and Lauren are seasoned adventurers, and it’s Josué’s first tabletop RPG! Check out part three in the team debriefs on the game and reflects on the experience. Dragon of Icespire Peak is part of the new D&D Essentials Kit. Questions...

#206: In the first of our three-part look at Dungeons & Dragons, Brandon leads a discussion on the game, why we love it, why it’s so popular, and potential therapeutic applications. Next time we’ll start our own campaign of Dungeons & Dragons! Check out the Geek Therapy Discord – geektherapy.com/discord Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. Ask us anything through the ...

#205: An article about Evangelion’s new English dub for Shinji sparks a conversation about voice, representation, perception, assumptions and all the other reasons why voices matter more than we think. Notes: Netflix’s ‘Neon Genesis Evangelion’ Feels More Explicitly Queer Thanks to This Trans Voice Actor – http://bit.ly/2Lydl2V Check out the Geek Therapy Discord – geektherapy.com/discord Questions...

#204: We watched a short documentary on Twilight fans that we really enjoyed for its positive portrayal of fandom. We also introduce a new segment and discuss mental health portrayal in video games. Notes: Twihards = Twilight diehards/superfans Fandom Uncovered: Twilight Forever – https://youtu.be/5kb__6fa4tU Rachel Evan Woods’ tweet – http://bit.ly/2l8b5n2 Tweets by @adult_witch – http://bit.ly/2...

#203: When playing a game, are our chosen roles and play styles representative of who we really are? We reflect on some of our gaming choices and how they resemble (or don’t) what’s going on in our lives. Plus, a new segment! Check out The Happiest Pod on Earth – happy.geektherapy.com Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. Ask us anything through the  Question Queue  and we’ll...

#202: The team discusses Marvel’s Spider-Man: Far From Home. We cover why Peter’s struggles are so relatable in this film and what we think will happen next. Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. Ask us anything through the  Question Queue  and we’ll answer on the show:  geektherapy.com/qq — Check out the GT Network: network.geektherapy.com GT Forum: forum.geektherapy.com GT...

#201: Geek Therapy was founded on the idea that the best way to understand each other, and ourselves, is through the things we love. For many of us, the content and characters we care about most help us navigate the world and communicate how we feel. This episode is all about the theory that started everything. Welcome to season 5 of GT Radio. Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Fo...

#200: We made it to 200 episodes of the original Geek Therapy podcast! We celebrate by closing out season 4 with games and jokes. Thank you for listening and being part of this incredible community! Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. — Check out the GT Network: network.geektherapy.com GT Forum: forum.geektherapy.com GT Discord: geektherapy.com/discord GT Facebook Group: fac...

#199: The team talks about the sometimes difficult journey to find an identity. From Geek to Geek Therapist to Queer, identity matters. Check out the latest giveaway at geektherapy.com/giveaway Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. Ask us anything through the  Question Queue  and we’ll answer on the show:  geektherapy.com/qq — 00:00:00 – Intro / Announcements 00:03:50 – Ident...

#198: Our 8th anniversary celebration continues as we get closer to episode 200! We talk about more ways to celebrate, Pride month, and Lauren makes an announcement. Check out the Geek Therapy Patreon for a special offer – patreon.com/geektherapy Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. — 00:00:00 – Intro / Announcements 00:03:09 – Celebrate! 00:22:24 – Pride! 00:34:13 – GT Anniv...

#197: Choosing the right content to recommend is hard. Sometimes you miss the mark and sometimes it hurts your feelings when someone hates your suggestion. Check out the Geek Therapy Patreon for a special offer – patreon.com/geektherapy Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. — 00:00:00 – Intro / Announcements 00:03:44 – Choosing Media That Matter 00:36:22 – GT Anniversary Promo...

BONUS: We did it! We’ve finally launched our Disney-focused podcast! This is the first episode of our new show in which we apply the GT model to Disney content. Check out The Happiest Pod on Earth at  happy.geektherapy.com  and  @HappiestPodGT  on Twitter. Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. The post The Happiest Pod on Earth appeared first on Geek Therapy .

#196: How much does the second highest-grossing movie of all time (and all the movies it references) matter? We discuss how movies like Endgame can help connect people around the world and whether or not that effect will be long-lasting. Check out the Geek Therapy Gaming for all of our gaming content. Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. — 00:00:00 – Intro / Announcements 00:...

#195: Josué talks about the trademark situation by reading an open letter, answering some frequently asked questions, and offering ways you can help. Open Letter on GT Forum: https://forum.geektherapy.com/t/open-letter-to-dr-anthony-bean/925 Legal Fund: geektherapy.com/legalfund Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. — Check out the GT Network: network.geektherapy.com GT Forum:...

194: We answer a few Question Queue questions this week, covering the hero’s journey, career changes, and Burger King’s Mental Health Month Real Meals. To add your questions to the queue go to geektherapy.com/qq . Check out the Geek Therapy Discord – geektherapy.com/discord Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. Ask us anything through the  Question Queue  and we’ll answer on t...

#193: After two years, the Geek Therapy Library is back! We talk about what the Library is, how to use it, what makes it so special, and how everyone can contribute. GT Library Beta Blog Post: geektherapy.com/introducing-the-geek-therapy-library-beta/ GT Library Form: geektherapy.com/libraryform Check out the Geek Therapy Discord – geektherapy.com/discord Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode...

#192: Endgame. Game of Thrones. A lot of our favorite characters have died or will die soon. Are we equipped to handle it? We talk about how to deal with the loss of these characters that matter to us, why they matter to us, and some of the most memorable and impactful deaths we care about. Check out the Geek Therapy Discord – geektherapy.com/discord Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on th...

#191: BONUS EPISODE! This is our reactions/spoilercast for Avengers: Endgame. Lara and Josué talk about the movie, their favorite scenes, the future of the MCU, and how many tears they cried. Check out the Geek Therapy Discord – geektherapy.com/discord Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. Ask us anything through the  Question Queue  and we’ll answer on the show:  geektherapy....

#190: We like it when games like Sekiro spark conversations about accessibility because they can lead to important discussions about access and equity in all areas of our lives. Check out the Geek Therapy Discord – geektherapy.com/discord Questions? Comments? Discuss this episode on the GT Forum. Ask us anything through the  Question Queue  and we’ll answer on the show:  geektherapy.com/qq — 00:0...