Vanessa Hintz

Umm...About That!

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Do you often find yourself becoming insta-BFFs with folks who understand your fascination with your favorite character, comic, or show? Join Dr. Vanessa Hintz (she/her), Geek psychologist and pop culture enthusiast, as she provides expert analysis on community and belonging in fandom. Take a deep dive into the psyche of pop culture with discussions of the impact our favorite stories have on our individual identities, relationships, and ways of being.

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Vanessa Hintz

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EPISODE 09: Black Adam - The Epitome of Anti 24.03.2023 40:43

Pecs, biceps, and judgements abound! Join Dr. Vanessa in this discussion of the DC film, Black Adam , including depictions of the effects of intergenerational trauma, as well as dynamics of power and morality. Please note, Black Adam is about that life and he ALWAYS WANTS THE SMOKE!

EPISODE 08: Cowabunga! Life Lessons and the Evolution of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 17.03.2023 30:13

What role did events in our global community play in the development of everyone’s favorite heroes in a half shell? Join Dr. Vanessa as she traces the history of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and their evolution from a single black-and-white drawing to pop culture icon status. And remember - Go Ninja! Go Ninja! Go!

EPISODE 07: America's Horror Story 10.03.2023 42:04

How do the things we fear reflect societal beliefs and expectations?  Join Dr. Vanessa for a brief overview of horror genres, to include discussion of cultural and historical considerations, and all that scary movies teach us about how we value difference.

EPISODE 06: Supernatural Spotlight - Season 1 03.03.2023 46:44

Demons, Urban Legends, and Trauma - Oh My! Join Dr. Vanessa for one of her favorite pastimes - reminiscing about Sam, Dean, and all things Winchester - as she starts her Supernatural rewatch journey! Get your salt, holy water, and any other hunters’ essentials as we discuss some themes from Season 1, including grief and trauma, parenting, and stigma. And don’t forget - driver picks the music!

EPISODE 05: Umm…About Those Colonizers? 24.02.2023 35:26

The epic conclusion to the critical analysis of Wakanda Forever features discussion of colonization, to include the influences of “the other” on some of the film’s most iconic characters. Dr. Vanessa is once again joined by the “Hardest Working Man in Comics,” Mr. Victor Dandridge, Jr., as the two provide an in-depth analysis that is sure to stimulate the psyche.

EPISODE 04: Vulnerability is Resilient 17.02.2023 41:08

Joined by Mr. Victor Dandridge, Jr., the “Hardest Work Man in Comics,” Dr. Vanessa outlines some components of the “Strong Black Woman” archetype. The duo discusses the holistic portrayals of Black Women in Wakanda Forever , including the righting of some very misogynistic wrongs from the first film.

EPISODE 03: Creativity Heals Cultural Wounds 10.02.2023 29:38

Dr. Vanessa and Victor Dandridge, Jr., the “Hardest Working Man in Comics” are here to educate and to motivate! In the first – of three – conversations about Wakanda Forever, the duo discusses experiences of grief – both individual and collective.

EPISODE 02: My Love Language is FANDOM 03.02.2023 47:12

Sharing experiences with people who love the same things we do – with the same level of ferocity and nerdy awesomeness – can help us to cope with angst and stresses in our lives. Listen as Dr. Vanessa recounts her recent introduction to the Supernatural fandom, and her trip to the Salute to Supernatural convention in Las Vegas - including, stories of joy, belonging, and up-close experiences with t...

EPISODE 01: The Origin Story 22.01.2023 16:22

Learn more about Dr. Vanessa, the resident nerd Psychologist, as she shares details about her journey to professional geekdom.