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Motor City Hypnotist

Motor City Hypnotist

The Motor City Hypnotist Podcast discusses all things related to hypnosis, mental health, self-help and inspiration without the psychobabble. Come join us for fun, informative and entertaining content that you can use to improve yourself and make positive changes! David R. Wright is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Hypnotist/Hypnotherapist. He has been in practice for 29 years and performs comedy hypnosis stage shows as The Motor City Hypnotist.

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62:28

One In Five Adults Lives With Mental Illness Today;...

Motor City Hypnotist ·

2026/04/23

Send us Fan Mail One in five US adults is living with a mental illness, and the odds are high that someone in your family, workplace, or friend group is quietly carrying it. We take a hard look at mental health trends in 2026, including what the latest stats say about anxiety disorders, depression, PTSD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and more, plus the gut-punch reality that depression rates have surged over the last decade. We also talk about the part nobody wants to admit out loud: access....

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40:14

Microaggressions After The Fact (part 2)

Motor City Hypnotist ·

2026/04/21

Send us Fan Mail A tiny comment can hit like a gut punch, and the worst part is how easy it is to doubt yourself afterward. We pick up Microaggressions Part Two by focusing on the person on the receiving end: what you feel, what your nervous system does in real time, and how to respond in a way that protects your dignity without turning every moment into a fight. We break down the stress response (fight, flight, freeze, or fawn) and why microaggressions can trigger frustration, confusion, se...

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35:19

Microaggressions Add Up Like Daily Paper Cuts (part 1)

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2026/04/16

Send us Fan Mail A compliment that makes your stomach drop is still a problem, even if the speaker “meant well.” We unpack microaggressions, those subtle comments and behaviors that communicate bias, and we explain why they’re called micro even though the impact can be anything but small. Along the way, we give real examples you’ve heard at work, in public, and online, like “you’re so articulate,” “you’re surprisingly confident,” “I don’t see color,” and the passive aggressive habit of not bo...

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40:48

Top 10 United States Olympic Moments That Sparked...

Motor City Hypnotist ·

2026/04/07

Send us Fan Mail Some Olympic controversies are loud for a week. Others echo for decades and make you question the whole idea of “the best athlete wins.” We sit down with pizza and a drink and build a Top 10 list of controversial United States Olympic moments, counting down the stories that still spark arguments at bars, in comment sections, and in living rooms during every Games. We hit the headline-makers, like Ryan Lochte’s 2016 scandal, and the unforgettable Tonya Harding and Nancy Kerri...

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37:21

Top 10 U.S. Olympic Moments

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2026/04/02

Send us Fan Mail The Olympic moments we never forget are rarely just about the score. They are about nerves, timing, pressure, and the weird way one perfect run or one impossible upset can turn into a lifelong memory you can replay on demand. We’re back with one of our favorite formats: a Top 10 countdown of the most iconic U.S. Olympic moments in history. We go sport by sport and era by era, from Mary Lou Retton’s trailblazing gymnastics gold to Simone Biles’ dominance, from Florence Griffi...

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35:29

Loneliness Fixes (part 2)

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2026/03/24

Send us Fan Mail Loneliness doesn’t always look like being alone. Sometimes it looks like scrolling, posting, and still feeling invisible. We get real about the loneliness epidemic and the traps that make it worse, especially the way social media trains us to crave quick validation while offering very little true connection. We also share a mindset shift that helps immediately: online interaction is often surface-level, and your worth can’t be measured by comments, likes, or whether someone “...

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38:19

Loneliness Is A Signal (part 1)

Motor City Hypnotist ·

2026/03/19

Send us Fan Mail Loneliness can be brutal because it doesn’t always look like isolation. You can have a relationship, coworkers, family dinners, even hundreds of social media friends and still feel that hollow disconnect that nobody really sees you. We get honest about why that happens, why it’s becoming more common, and what your brain is actually doing when you start pulling away from people. We also offer a clearer definition that cuts through the confusion: loneliness is the gap between ...

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39:41

Anxiety Meds, Explained Clearly - Part 2

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2026/03/10

Send a text Anxiety can feel like an engine stuck at redline—your thoughts race, your chest tightens, and logic gets drowned out by adrenaline. We’re breaking down what actually helps. From fast-acting benzodiazepines for crisis moments to long-term SSRIs that lower your baseline anxiety, we talk about what these medications do in the brain, how they differ, and why the right plan can mean real sleep, clearer thinking, and the freedom to do things you’ve been avoiding. We also get honest abo...

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30:33

Anxiety Meds, Explained Clearly - Part 1

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2026/03/05

Send a text Anxiety can feel like a siren that never shuts off—racing heart, shaky hands, spinning thoughts. We break down the tools that can turn down the noise, from fast-acting benzodiazepines to longer-term SSRIs and SNRIs, and we get real about benefits, risks, and how to use meds without letting them use you. You’ll hear why benzos act like a fire extinguisher in a panic, how SSRIs and SNRIs rewire emotional regulation over weeks, and where buspirone and beta blockers help when worry is...

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43:28

Antidepressants, Demystified - Part 4

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2026/03/05

Send a text What if the real power of antidepressants isn’t euphoria, but a clearer runway to heal? We close our four-part series by getting practical about how medication fits into a full recovery plan—and why stability, not shortcuts, is the win that unlocks change. We dig into the biggest myths first: no, antidepressants don’t “change who you are,” and no, taking them isn’t a failure. They’re evidence-based tools that can reduce the intensity of depression so therapy, routines, and relati...

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39:06

Antidepressants, Therapy, And Real Change - Part 3

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2026/03/03

Send a text Feeling better shouldn’t feel like a mystery. We dig into the real mechanics of antidepressants—how SSRIs, SNRIs, TCAs, MAOIs, and atypicals shift brain chemistry over time—and why the two-to-six week window makes sense once you see how stabilization actually works. Along the way, we unpack the biggest myths: no, these meds don’t rewrite your personality, and no, they don’t create the craving cycle you see with opioids or benzodiazepines. What they can do is give you a steadier em...

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41:14

Antidepressants, Explained Clearly - Part 2

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2026/02/26

Send a text A four-hour swim through rough seas sets the tone for resilience, and we channel that grit into a clear-eyed tour of antidepressants that actually help people get their lives back. We pick up our series on depression treatment with a practical, plain-English guide to SSRIs, SNRIs, TCAs, MAOIs, and atypicals—how each class works on serotonin, norepinephrine, or dopamine, what side effects to expect, and why some meds also ease nerve pain or insomnia. If you’ve ever wondered why res...

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34:14

Antidepressants, Explained Clearly - Part 1

Motor City Hypnotist ·

2026/02/24

Send a text Ever been told “antidepressants change your personality” or “you’ll be on them forever”? We’re cutting through the noise with a clear, grounded tour of how modern antidepressants work, why they were discovered by accident, and what real people should know before starting, switching, or stopping. We share the surprising roots of MAOIs and tricyclics, how SSRIs became mainstream, and where ECT fits today for treatment-resistant cases. No jargon, no scare tactics—just the essentials ...

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30:30

Emotional Intelligence, Explained Clearly - Part 2

Motor City Hypnotist ·

2026/02/19

Send a text What if one small shift could turn tense conversations into genuine understanding? We dive into emotional intelligence part two and move from the inside out—starting with self-awareness and landing on practical empathy you can use today at home, at work, and online. We break down the difference between empathy and agreement, why limitless empathy leads to burnout, and how “listening to understand” changes the tone of any room. You’ll hear simple, repeatable tools: reflect what yo...

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33:48

Emotional Intelligence, Explained Clearly - Part 1

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2026/02/17

Send a text Ever say the right thing in the worst way? We tackle emotional intelligence with practical tools you can use today to recognize what you feel, regulate your reactions, and connect without losing your cool. David R. Wright, the Motor City Hypnotist, breaks EI down to essentials—self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, and social skills—and shows how they play out at home, at work, and in your own mind. We start by making emotions visible. You’ll learn how body signals often arriv...

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37:03

Celebrating Wins, Laughter, And Mental Health...

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2026/01/20

Send us a text Ready for a dose of proof that hope is practical? We’re closing the book on 2025 by pulling together the moments that stayed with us: a golden retriever pulled from an icy pond by quick-thinking firefighters, a delivery driver who trusted his gut and saved a life, and community stars who stepped up in quiet, meaningful ways. These stories aren’t just feel-good; they’re a playbook for how small acts ripple into big change. We also revisit the mental health tools listeners kept ...

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27:07

Self-Care Isn’t Luxury: It’s The Work

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2026/01/16

Send us a text Need a clean reset for the new year without the hype? We’re back from a short sabbatical with a focused year in review that trims the fluff and doubles down on what actually helps: clear therapy tools, real self-care, and stories that rewire belief. We kick off with a jaw-dropping Winner of the Week—Hari Budha Magar, a British veteran and double above-knee amputee, who completed the Seven Summits—then unpack how his achievement models adaptation, grit, and purpose for anyone fa...

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38:53

Top 10 Songs That Save Us - Part 2

Motor City Hypnotist ·

2025/09/25

Send us a text Ever wondered what songs get stuck in a hypnotist's head? In this musical journey, David and Matt pull back the curtain on their personal playlists, sharing the tracks that have shaped their lives and continue to move them emotionally. David takes us through his affection for what he playfully calls "faux rock bands" of the 80s—Journey, Styx, REO Speedwagon—with particular fondness for "Separate Ways" and its distinctive guitar harmonics. His enthusiasm for The Doors reveals a...

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33:23

Top 10 Songs That Save Us - Part 1

Motor City Hypnotist ·

2025/09/23

Send us a text Have you ever noticed how certain songs can instantly transport you to specific moments in your life, triggering powerful emotions and memories? This phenomenon lies at the heart of music's profound impact on our mental health—a topic David and Matt explore by sharing their personal favorite songs that make them feel good. Selecting just a handful of favorites proves nearly impossible as both hosts struggle to narrow down their extensive musical preferences. David's selections...

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30:58

Sonic Healing: How Music Shapes Your Emotional...

Motor City Hypnotist ·

2025/09/18

Send us a text Have you ever noticed how the right song can instantly change your mood? There's real science behind that feeling. Music doesn't just entertain us—it fundamentally alters our brain chemistry and emotional state in ways that can significantly improve our mental health. When life feels overwhelming, music creates a sanctuary where we can safely process complex emotions. Research consistently shows that listening to music reduces stress hormones like cortisol while increasing fee...

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