Episodes

June 1, 2022

Ep 7- If every porkchop were perfect, we wouldn’t have hotdogs! -A St…

This episode contains mild spoilers for Steven Universe. Shayna and Kathy are joined by Arnelle and Ana to discuss the optimism, pain and wonder of Steven Universe. It is quite the roller coaster. Silly at times, heartfelt, ...

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May 18, 2022

Ep. 6 A Whole New World- exploring the culture and mental health bene…

We talk about one of Shayna's favorite topics- BOARD GAMES! These aren't your mom's board games (but those are fun too). Michael, co-owner of Armada Games in Tampa, FL, joins us to discuss the rich and diverse world of board ...

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May 13, 2022

BONUS Friday the 13th Episode- Superstitions

Shayna and Kathy are joined by their friend, Manami, for this very special bonus episode all about Superstitions. We explore historical and cultural aspects of superstitions, OCD and anxiety. If you listen carefully when Shay...

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May 4, 2022

May the 4th Be With You- Star Wars and Trauma and Hope

SPOILER ALERT for the movie, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Today Shayna and Kathy are joined by Rachel to discuss why Jyn Erso, the protagonist of Rogue One, resonates so much with her. We discuss trauma and apathy and hope a...

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April 20, 2022

Ep 3- Hairy, Stinky and Cringey- Let's talk Turning Red

SPOILER ALERT for the movie, Turning Red. Today Kathy and Shayna are joined by Pylynn, a licensed mental health counselor who specializing in working with children who have experienced trauma. We discuss puberty, familial rel...

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April 6, 2022

Ep 1- Look Ma! I Made a Podcast!

Meet Kathy and Shayna, two mental health therapists who love talking about pop culture and mental health. Find out their inspiration for the pod and what they hope for the future. Kathy also discovers, to her horror, that Sha...

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April 6, 2022

Ep 2- We Talk about Bruno

Today we chat about the movie, Encanto, generational trauma, familial relationships, making meatloaf and more! Huge SPOILER ALERT for Encanto. Shayna and Kathy are joined by three special guests: Ysa (She/They) is a school so...

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March 24, 2022

Mental Mages Teaser

Mental Mages Podcast is two mental health therapists talking about what they know best- mental health and pop culture. New episodes will be released every two weeks. Artwork by Matthew Gwaltney- https://www.bdbumblebee.com Ed...

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