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49 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 13 ratings

Listen as two relationship therapists have some fun analyzing all things relationships through the lens of popular movies. We’ll play movie clips and discuss them to educate you while having some fun talking about the scene. We’ll be covering friendships, intimacy, dating, how to fight fair, addictions, parenting, depression, emotion
management, marriage, divorce, grief, joy and really, anything else about relationships we can find! A new episode launches the last day of each month. You will learn AND have a bit of fun. Colleen Mullen and Courtney Calkins are licensed Marriage and family Therapists in California. This show is for entertainment purposes only.

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Joker and 2 Shrinks

April 21, 2020 15:32 - 1 hour - 117 MB

This episode features an analysis of the mental heath portrayal depicted the 2019 film Joker.   What can we learn from this movie?   Contact the 2 Shrinks: Dr. Colleen Mullen https://twitter.com/DrColleenMullen Courtney Calkins - QuadFather https://twitter.com/QuadFatherMft Website http://shrink2shrink.com/ Twitter link: https://twitter.com/Shrink2Shrink  Resources cited during this episode:   Consequences of childhood abuse  adults with major depression who exp...

Marriage Story and 2 Shrinks (Netflix 2019)

December 24, 2019 15:54 - 1 hour - 131 MB

Two Marriage and Family Therapists discuss a multitude of topics brought to light through the 2019 Netflix original movie. Marriage Story, Noah Baumbach's incisive and compassionate look at a marriage breaking up and a family staying together.   On Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/watch/80223779?trackId=14170286&tctx=2%2C7%2C3dec9a19-9aaf-43fb-9fcb-eb7c5704282c-52612558%2C2062441e-96b4-4596-88e5-147b9e89ab23_30398961X3XX1577199961925%2C2062441e-96b4-4596-88e5-147b9e89ab23_ROOT   D...

Hang The DJ and 2 Shrinks

September 22, 2019 16:33 - 1 hour - 102 MB

Modern dating is enhanced by dating apps.  Dr. Colleen Mullen and Courtney Calkins, use their therapy experience to look at the qualities of successful and doomed relationships.  The Black Mirror episode "Hang the DJ" provides the topics for the relationships discussions on this episode.   On Netflix: "Hang the DJ" https://www.netflix.com/watch/80131569?trackId=200257859    Dr. Colleen Mullen https://twitter.com/DrColleenMullen Courtney Calkins - QuadFather https://twitter.co...

The Upside and 2 Shrinks

May 30, 2019 12:28 - 1 hour - 60.3 MB

Starring Kevin Hart and Bryan Cranston with Nicole Kidman Themes from this movie which we discuss in this episode: Grief/Loss Depression Anger Acceptance Philip is a disabled billionaire, who feels that life is not worth living. To help him in his day to day routine, he hires Del, a parolee, trying to reconnect with his estranged wife. What begins as a professional relationship develops into a friendship as Del shows his grouchy charge that life is worth living   The 4 Tasks ...

Instant Family and 2 Shrinks

March 31, 2019 14:50 - 1 hour - 58.7 MB

Mark Wahlberg and Rose Byrne are the parents we all want in the movie Instant Family. The entire cast with Tom Segura and Tig Notaro and Octavia Spencer and the rest of the cast cast bring humanity to the true story of Sean Anders journey from fostering to adoption.   This couple, wants kids and they decide to adopt siblings from the foster care system, become the foster parents and then become (spoiler alert), their forever family and adopt.  This is a very realistic portrayal of many aspec...

A Star Is Born (2018) and 2 Shrinks

February 26, 2019 14:17 - 1 hour - 57.5 MB

Is Bradley Cooper grandiose, self-centered & childlike? He’s not, but his character, Jack, in A Star Is Born certainly is. As are most alcoholics/addicts. Then we have his father-figure caretaking and resentful brother, played by the great Sam Elliott and his painfully codependent love interest, played by Lady Gaga.  We are covering the Oscar-nominated A Star is Born movie in this episode. Join us as we break down codependency, family dynamics, alcoholism, addition and relationships, impulsi...

6 Degrees of Separation (1993) and 2 Shrinks

February 17, 2019 16:12 - 1 hour - 58 MB

Were we then and are we now, a culture of fame; intoxicated by popularity to the point that we abandon our safety, intelligence, and reason? Will Smith leads the narrative through bright, insightful and provocative storytelling. He and this all star cast work together to make us think about our relationships, to our family and to ourselves.   Dr. Colleen Mullen and Courtney Calkins, break down the wisdom from this film, about who we are in relation to each other and what people really wa...

The Female Brain film (2018) and 2 Shrinks

January 20, 2019 15:55 - 1 hour - 57.6 MB

Comedian Whitney Cummings put her research into a movie, sprinkled her comic wit into the movie and created The Female Brain.  Courtney & Dr. Mullen dissect the views of this film, and give our perspective from a personal and professional perspective. Get it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Female-Brain-Whitney-Cummings/dp/B079MCWGD4/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=the+female+brain&qid=1547999177&sr=8-1  The Female Brain is a 2017 American comedy film directed by Whitney Cummings and written by ...

Lady Bird (2017) Pt 2 of 2 and 2 Shrinks

August 31, 2018 13:20 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MB

Shrink 2 Shrink - Lady bird Part 1 (here) http://shrink2shrink.libsyn.com/2-shrinks-and-lady-bird-2017-pt-1-of-2  ________ A mean mom who doesn’t know how to be encouraging; when the person you lost your virginity to turns out be be a liar.  To love someone means you have to pay attention to them?!? Can a mom make her daughter get an eating disorder? Should you keep a list of the people you have slept with? Some people cannot say "Goodbye" they just reject you. Moms are people too an...

Lady Bird (2017) Pt 1 of 2 and 2 Shrinks

June 30, 2018 16:19 - 51 minutes - 71.8 MB

Christine "Lady Bird" MacPherson is a high school senior from the "wrong side of the tracks." She longs for adventure, sophistication, and opportunity, but finds none of that in her Sacramento Catholic high school. LADY BIRD follows the title character's senior year in high school, including her first romance, her participation in the school play, and most importantly, her applying for college.     Lady Bird on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Lady-Bird-Saoirse-Ronan/dp/B07734STRN/ref...

What Lies Beneath plus Attack of the Southern Fried Zombies and 2 Shrinks

April 30, 2018 17:44 - 1 hour - 98.6 MB

Double-Feature! What Lies Beneath, the Harrison Ford and Michelle Pfeiffer thriller holds up as suspenseful today as it was when we first watched it in 2000. It poses moral questions of what to do in certain situations that often cause people psychological distress. Courtney & Colleen dive in to those questions! Our second movie on hand is the indie horror flick, Attack if the Southern Fried Zombies. This campy zombie romp pits humans against the human-preying kudzu plant. Mayhem ensues and ...

Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004) and 2 Shrinks

March 22, 2018 15:20 - 1 hour - 134 MB

Ever want to erase your ex from your memory? At first thought, we do too, but there's a lot of pros and cons to that decision.  Join COlleen and Courtney as they explore the themes of erasing your ex, falling in love with quirks but resenting your partner or them later, how to change the pain a memory holds and how to have difficult conversations with your partner. Join us as we use The Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind as our backdrop.  When their relationship turns sour, a young coup...

Love Actually (2003 #Netflix) and 2 Shrinks

February 12, 2018 14:14 - 1 hour - 116 MB

Love is everywhere and the 10 stories from the movie Love Actually provide various views of love and plenty of opportunities to examine to explore the psychology behind love including, odd funeral requests, secret crushes, feeling insecure/not deserving or projecting.  There is boss and secretary possibly being romantic at work. And of course, the total agony of being in love.  How music helps people cope with feelings and learn about life.  Why do girls love musicians? Buy me something pr...

6 quick trailers in under 13 minutes

January 15, 2018 17:08 - 12 minutes - 16.8 MB

The fastest way to discover how much you enjoy a psych view of the films. Under 13 minutes for six trailers from Shrink 2 Shrink.  Get a taste of these episodes and then pick which episode you want to enjoy first.     Main page for all shows here:  http://shrink2shrink.libsyn.com/   Individual links for highlighted shows below.   Gerald's Game #Netflix (2017) http://shrink2shrink.libsyn.com/2-shrinks-geralds-game-netflix-2017 Handcuffs, Viagra, a sexless marriage.  These are ...

16 minutes for 6 Trailers from Shrink 2 Shrink

January 13, 2018 14:39 - 15 minutes - 21.3 MB

Six Trailers from Shrink 2 Shrink.  Get a taste of these episodes and then pick which episode you want to enjoy first.     Main page for all shows here:  http://shrink2shrink.libsyn.com/   Individual links for highlighted shows below.   13 Reasons Why 1 of 2 http://shrink2shrink.libsyn.com/2-shrinks-13-reasons-why-netflix-1-of-2 This episode of the Shrink 2 Shrink on Film podcast brings you Part 1 of our view of the subject matter of the new Netflix Original Series "13 Reaso...

Gerald's Game #Netflix (2017) and 2 Shrinks

January 07, 2018 16:57 - 1 hour - 103 MB

Handcuffs, Viagra, a sexless marriage.  These are all themes your favorite relationship therapists, Courtney Calkins and Colleen Mullen tackle when deconstructing the Stephen King Movie, Gerald’s Game.  We have some fun talking about how much sex is enough when you are in a long-term relationship, how to rekindle the spark in the bedroom, and when does foreplay actually take place?  Join us for this titillating twist on exploring relationships using a movie that features a woman handcuffed t...

A Christmas Story movie (1983) and 2 Shrinks

December 10, 2017 16:36 - 1 hour - 108 MB

Pulling the psychology from this classic Christmas Film. In the 1940s, a young boy named Ralphie attempts to convince his parents, his teacher, and Santa that a Red Ryder B.B. gun really is the perfect Christmas gift, with analysis by Dr. Colleen Mullen and Courtney Calkins.  http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0085334/    A Christmas Story soundtrack https://www.amazon.com/Christmas-Story-Music-Motion-Picture/dp/B009HIWJVO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1512922831&sr=8-1&keywords=a+christmas+sto...

Big Sick movie (2017) and 2 Shrinks

November 04, 2017 17:18 - 1 hour - 85.6 MB

Infidelity, Dating and blending families in a crisis situation are some of the topics explored through the use of the movie Big Sick (2017) by Dr. Colleen Mullen and Courtney Calkins.   Big Sick http://www.imdb.com/title/tt5462602/  Pakistan-born comedian Kumail Nanjiani and grad student Emily Gardner fall in love but struggle as their cultures clash. When Emily contracts a mysterious illness, Kumail finds himself forced to face her feisty parents, his family's expectations, and his tr...

Inside Out movie (with my mom) and 2 Shrinks - Ego Integration Therapy

October 25, 2017 18:05 - 57 minutes - 79.6 MB

Thanks to my mom Nancy Calkins. LMFT for everything AND for being my special guest on this episode of the show Website: http://healingthefracturedsoul.com/  Website http://shrink2shrink.com/ Twitter links: Shrink2Shrink https://twitter.com/Shrink2Shrink   Dr. Colleen Mullen https://twitter.com/DrColleenMullen Courtney Calkins - QuadFather https://twitter.com/QuadFatherMft   Healing the Fractured Soul: Ego Integration Therapy Paperback – September 17, 2017  

Split Movie (2017) and 2 Shrinks

October 06, 2017 13:21 - 1 hour - 106 MB

Have you wondered if people really do have multiple personalities?  Is it possible that they can change their biology as their personality splits off?  That's the big question in the M Knight Shyamalan suspenseful and creepy  movie, Split.  Listen in as therapists Dr Colleen Mullen and Courtney Calkins dissect this film through the use of selected scenes.  For this one, they also pulled in clips from real life examples of persons with multiple personality disorder, now referred to as Dissoci...

Man Up #Netflix and 2 Shrinks

September 07, 2017 13:48 - 1 hour - 102 MB

First dates, Sex frequency, Successful Relationship factors, Who dates and who mates, on-line vs. blind stats. In the (currently on Netflix) movie Man Up - we laugh and discuss the psychology of this fun romcom movie.  IMDB Man Up: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt3064298/ A single woman takes the place of a stranger's blind date, which leads to her finding the perfect boyfriend.  Man Up Soundtrack on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Man-Up-MAN-UP-O-S-T/dp/B00WAUGPQ6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=15...

13 Reasons Why Pt 2 of 2 and 2 Shrinks

July 30, 2017 16:20 - 1 hour - 120 MB

  This series deals with the sad situation of teen suicide and it also delves into painful situations of blame, bullying, sexual harassment and rape.  In Part 2 of this 2-part podcast, Courtney and Colleendiscuss, social media influences, date rape, teen alcoholism, brain development.   The resources we utilized are: National Suicide Prevention Helpline  1-800-273-8255\ Self-Help for survivors: http://www.survivorsofsuicide.com/ The Parent Resource Forum for The Jason foundation: ...

13 Reasons Why (Netflix) 1 of 2 and 2 Shrinks

July 02, 2017 22:35 - 1 hour - 95.7 MB

This episode of the Shrink 2 Shrink on Film podcast brings you Part 1 of our view of the subject matter of the new Netflix Original Series "13 Reasons Why".  "13 Reasons Why" has stirred up a lot of controversy.  In the first moments, we discover that the main character, Hannah, has killed herself and left behind 13 cassette tapes, each naming and blaming a specific person for their contribution to her emotional state which led to her suicide.   This series not only deals with the sad si...

Parenthood movie and 2 Shrinks

June 14, 2017 12:59 - 1 hour - 115 MB

Are you ready for Father's Day?  Courtney and Colleen uncover many valuable relationship gems in the 1989 Steve Martin movie Parenthood.  3 generations of families struggle with topics we all encounter in our lives today.   We also find ways to improve relationships and give a few tips about things we can use in our everyday non-movie lives. Website http://shrink2shrink.com/ Twitter links: Shrink2Shrink https://twitter.com/Shrink2Shrink   Dr. Colleen Mullen https://twitter....

Mommie Dearest (1981) and 2 Shrinks

April 29, 2017 17:13 - 1 hour - 130 MB

Are you ready for Mother's Day?  Courtney and Colleen find too many things to learn Mommie Dearest.  She does nothing right but we find some things that all of us do at some point (just not as bad).   What else can we learn from this scary Motherhood story?   We also find ways to improve relationships and give a few tips about things we can use in our everyday non-moviestar lives. Website http://shrink2shrink.com/ Twitter links: Shrink2Shrink https://twitter.com/Shrink2Shrink ...

Beauty and the Beast (1991) and 2 Shrinks

April 01, 2017 16:02 - 1 hour - 90.9 MB

Courtney and Colleen find things to learn from Beauty and The Beast. Why does Belle only get to choose between a narcissistic meat-head and a beastly prison guard?  Does trading her own life for her father's life make Belle a co-dependent?  Is Gaston a sexually harassing predator?  What else can we learn from this love story?   We also find ways to improve relationships and give a few tips about things we can use in our everyday non-fairytale lives. Website http://shrink2shrink.com/ ...

The Accountant (2016) and 2 Shrinks

February 26, 2017 17:11 - 1 hour - 115 MB

Colleen & Courtney tackle assassins, autism, sibling differences, social awkwardness and corporate greed! It’s all in this episode of Shrink 2 Shrink on Film – We explore the movie The Accountant – between #BenAffleck, #JohnLithgow, #JeffreyTambor, and #AnnaKendrick, there is great acting, but more importantly for us here at S2S, there are many psychological goings on that we love to discuss!   The Accountant Movie https://www.amazon.com/Accountant-Blu-ray-DVD-Digital-Ultraviolet/dp/B...

6 Podcast Trailers For Shrink2Shrink

February 04, 2017 18:22 - 13 minutes - 18.2 MB

Movies we analyze on this Podcast Trailer:   Demolition, Silver Linings Playbook, As Good As It Gets, Four Christmases, The Wild and Bridesmaids   Episodes Links:  

As Good As It Gets (Trailer) and 2 Shrinks

February 04, 2017 16:44 - 2 minutes - 3.29 MB

This is our podcast TRAILER - Full Podcast episode here >>> http://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/4788933   Listen in as two shrinks (@DrColleenMullen and @Quadfathermft) psycho-babble the movie As Good As It Gets .   In this episode we explore the themes of: obsessive thinking, what Bipolar looks like, how anxiety leads to social problems and some of Courtney & Colleen’s thoughts of how therapy is portrayed in the movies.  Listen in for this entertaining exploration of this hit mov...

Bridesmaids and 2 Shrinks

February 01, 2017 04:47 - 1 hour - 121 MB

Colleen and Courtney went for funny and romantic with this episode just in time for #ValentinesDay.  The movie Bridesmaids gave us lots to talk about in between our giggles. In this ensemble cast of Kristen Wiig, Maya Rudolph, Jill Clayburgh, Wendi McLendon-Covey, Melissa McCarthy and Rebel Wilson, we get a glance into themes of female competition for BFF status, how weddings can make you crazy (or even sad and sarcastic!), how to remove the #FourHorsemen from your relationship (you need to ...

Special QuadCast- 2 Shrinks & Trainwreck Movie

January 22, 2017 17:30

In this episode of Shrink2Shrink, Courtney & Colleen explore the relational themes in the movie “Trainwreck!”. Amy Schumer appears lost in a sea of men, casually bopping from one to another, until a certain piece of man meat catches her in a way she hadn’t expected. We’ll discuss parents influence over what your kids believe, the process of watching your parents recognize their own mortality, sibling differences, what we say to impress a crush, the pressure to have kids, and so much more! Jo...

Wild Movie and 2 Shrinks

January 04, 2017 23:06 - 1 hour - 109 MB

Website http://shrink2shrink.com/ Twitter links: Shrink2Shrink https://twitter.com/Shrink2Shrink   Dr. Colleen Mullen https://twitter.com/DrColleenMullen Courtney Calkins - QuadFather https://twitter.com/QuadFatherMft

Four Christmases and 2 Shrinks

November 30, 2016 14:20 - 1 hour - 137 MB

Listen in as two shrinks (@DrColleenMullen and @Quadfathermft) babble the movie Four Christmases.   In this episode we explore the themes of: telling lies to your family, an “Exit plan” Childhood stories, childless couples, some of Courtney & Colleen’s thoughts of howfamily dramas are portrayed in the movies.  Listen in for this entertaining exploration of this fun movie.   Website http://shrink2shrink.com/ Twitter links: Shrink2Shrink https://twitter.com/Shrink2Shrink   Dr. ...

As Good As It Gets and 2 Shrinks

October 31, 2016 13:11 - 1 hour - 104 MB

Listen in as two shrinks (@DrColleenMullen and @Quadfathermft) psycho-babble the movie As Good As It Gets .   In this episode we explore the themes of: obsessive thinking, what Bipolar looks like, how anxiety leads to social problems and some of Courtney & Colleen’s thoughts of how therapy is portrayed in the movies.  Listen in for this entertaining exploration of this hit movie.   Website http://shrink2shrink.com/ Twitter links: Shrink2Shrink https://twitter.com/Shrink2Shrink ...

Silver Linings Playbook and 2 Shrinks

October 05, 2016 14:37 - 1 hour - 114 MB

Listen in as two shrinks (@DrColleenMullen and @Quadfathermft) psycho-babble the movie Silver Linings Playbook.  This movie is a standout! Not only for it’s stellar cast of Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence and Robert De Niro, but also because of it’s wonderful portrayal of emotional distress.  In this episode we explore the themes of: family enabling, obsessive thinking, what Bipolar looks like, medication management, how misery loves company, and some of Courtney & Colleen’s pet peeves of ...

Demolition Movie and 2 Shrinks

August 31, 2016 12:58 - 1 hour - 102 MB

Everyone goes through stress change and eventually, the loss of a loved one, what we do next is the topic of this film.  Dr. Colleen Mullen and Courtney Calkins examine the themes in this movie and analyze the pieces in order to apply the concepts to our own lives.   Website http://shrink2shrink.com/ Twitter links: Shrink2Shrink https://twitter.com/Shrink2Shrink   Dr. Colleen Mullen https://twitter.com/DrColleenMullen Courtney Calkins - QuadFather https://twitter.com/Qu...

Preview - Demolition trailer and 2 Shrinks

August 29, 2016 13:34 - 1 minute - 2.36 MB

Like Siskel and Ebert with a psych twist as we discuss the psychological aspects of the 2016 movie Demolition.   Grief, stress, coping, and relationships are the major themes of this discussion centered around the themes from the Demolition movie. Full Episode Release 8-31-16

7 Show Promos in Under 17 Minutes

August 14, 2016 22:24 - 16 minutes - 22.8 MB

This is a Shrink 2 Shrink sampler, Dr Colleen Mullen and Courtney Calkins have produced 6 shows and here are a few clips from our each of our 7 shows so far.   Shrink to Shrink uses the movies to examine psychology and relationships and we apply the concepts to all of our lives.  We don’t do film reviews,  we are just use the content of the films to talk about psychology as well as the human condition.  We are like Siskel and Ebert with a psych twist.   So if you haven’t heard all of...

Zootopia (2016) and Shrinks

July 31, 2016 23:38 - 1 hour - 105 MB

On this episode of @Shrink2Shrink we psychologically dismantle the 2016 movie Zootopia.  Here, our 2 shrinks Dr. Colleen Mullen https://twitter.com/DrColleenMullen and Courtney Calkins https://twitter.com/QuadFatherMft  discuss themes from the movie and explore what it means about our human nature, and how to handle bullies and other relationship issues present within the film and we learn about our own lives using the themes of the film.   Dr. Colleen Mullen’s other podcast, Coaching Th...

Zootopia S2S Preview Trailer Release 7-31-16

July 27, 2016 14:18 - 4 minutes - 5.55 MB

Zootopia - Full Episode release July 31, 2016.  We cover Nature vs. Nurture, the nature of men and the impact of relationships and society on our behavior.   Shrink 2 Shrink is like Siskel and Ebert with a psychological twist.   Twitter https://twitter.com/Shrink2Shrink http://shrink2shrink.com/     

6 Episodes in 13 minutes

July 05, 2016 14:07 - 13 minutes - 18.6 MB

This is a Shrink 2 Shrink sampler, Dr Colleen Mullen and Courtney Calkins have produced 6 shows and here are a few clips from our each of our 6 shows so far.   Shrink to Shrink uses the movies to examine psychology and relationships and we apply the concepts to all of our lives.  We don’t do film reviews,  we are just use the content of the films to talk about psychology as well as the human condition.  We are like Siskel and Ebert with a psych twist.   So if you haven’t heard all of...

Creed (2015) and 2 Shrinks

June 30, 2016 13:43 - 1 hour - 106 MB

Shrink2Shrink podcast – Like Siskel & Ebert, with a psychological twist!     On this episode of @Shrink2Shrink we psychologically dismantle the 2015 movie Creed.  Here, our 2 shrinks Dr. Colleen Mullen https://twitter.com/DrColleenMullen and Courtney Calkins https://twitter.com/QuadFatherMft  discuss themes from the movie and explore what we can learn for our own lives using the themes of the film: family ties, what makes a family, and how Adonis Creed makes sense of being born to the in...

5 Episode Sampler of Shrink2Shrink in 10 minutes

June 05, 2016 16:40 - 11 minutes - 15.3 MB

Get a taste of our first 5 episodes with clips from each one of the shows in only 10 minute. Learn to listen and listen to learn. Episode show links below “Inside Out”   http://bit.ly/1ssZNIi "The Martian"  http://bit.ly/1WXDGpK  "Gone Girl"  http://bit.ly/1NccznO  "Trainwreck" http://bit.ly/1O4G3yP "Ex Machina" & "Her"  http://bit.ly/21104NB    Twitter = @Shrink2Shrink  Dr. Colleen Mullen = @DrColleenMullen Courtney Calkins = @QuadFatherMft 

The Martian (2015) and 2 Shrinks

May 31, 2016 14:24 - 1 hour - 119 MB

2 Shrinks breaking down the psych aspects of the movie The Martian.  We analyze several different psychological and interpersonal aspects of this film and use the information to help us learn about ourselves and our relationships.  The Martian touches on themes of: Isolation Depression and Social Isolation Cognitive therapy intervention basics Keeping Secrets Sarcasm and Touch in affection Problem Solving in relationships   The Martian movie can be purchased just about anywhere...

Trainwreck and 2 Shrinks

April 30, 2016 22:54 - 1 hour - 87.8 MB

In this episode of Shrink2Shrink, Courtney & Colleen explore the relational themes in the movie “Trainwreck!”. Amy Schumer appears lost in a sea of men, casually bopping from one to another, until a certain piece of man meat catches her in a way she hadn’t expected. We’ll discuss parents influence over what your kids believe, the process of watching your parents recognize their own mortality, sibling differences, what we say to impress a crush, the pressure to have kids, and so much more! Jo...

Trainwreck and 2 Shrinks

April 30, 2016 22:54 - 1 hour - 87.8 MB

In this episode of Shrink2Shrink, Courtney & Colleen explore the relational themes in the movie “Trainwreck!”. Amy Schumer appears lost in a sea of men, casually bopping from one to another, until a certain piece of man meat catches her in a way she hadn’t expected. We’ll discuss parents influence over what your kids believe, the process of watching your parents recognize their own mortality, sibling differences, what we say to impress a crush, the pressure to have kids, and so much more! Jo...

Gone Girl movie and 2 Shrinks

April 30, 2016 15:54 - 1 hour - 89.4 MB

Killing your spouse, that is really bad for a relationship & other wiser observations  @DrColleenMullen @QuadFatherMft  2 Shrinks talk about Type A vs Type B in relationships & more relationship tips Do you know your Authentic self? Who are you in relationships if you don’t know? How to stay away from arguments when you disagree & creating “good repair” Do you need to know yourself in order to be your best in your relationship? How long does it take to REALLY know a person Do you...

Ex Machina and "Her" movie and 2 Shrinks

April 22, 2016 12:23 - 1 hour - 111 MB

On this episode Dr. Colleen Mullen from www.coachingthroughchaos.com joins the QuadCast to discuss real relationships and Artificial Intelligence.  We cover a ton of relationship topics and what movies about AI are telling us about our current relationships and development.  We discuss Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) as a treatment for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).  You can learn more about that from www.emdr.com  

Two Shrinks react to "Inside Out" movie

April 22, 2016 12:12 - 1 hour - 85.6 MB

The movie “Inside Out” is the topic of discussion for Courtney & Dr. Mullen.  How accurately does this move capture the emotional interplay within our minds.  The discussion touches on what can happen to us if we are not aware of our feelings and if we don’t share our deeper feelings with the people in our lives.  How to improve our day to day life by being aware of and honoring our own emotional experience and process.   Dr. Colleen Mullen is from (among other things) her podcast Coaching...

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