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The Broken Brain

Popped Collar Productions

A Psychology & Psychotherapy podcast. Get a therapist"s perspective on a variety of topics, some silly and some self-helpy. the Broken Brain is an organized panel discussion, an hour (ish) of therapeutic POV for you.

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40:28

Tiffany Kim Stevens: Director of Trigger Happy

The Broken Brain ·

2025/03/04

Tiffany Kim Stevens is the Director and Co-Writer of the film "Trigger Happy," an indie film set in an alternate society where gender roles are reversed, gun ownership is required to qualify for health insurance, and a murder is being planned. Tiffany describes the process of telling a quirky story with many unlikeable characters and balancing the humor and the darkness of the tale. Visit www.baketheirday.org to see the highlighted charity for this month. Bake Their Day is a nonprofit bakery in

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56:55

Musical Artists Named Williams Portrayed by Creatures...

The Broken Brain ·

2025/02/28

David Rosen is a composer, musician, and the creator of the Piecing It Together Podcast. He and I sat down to discuss a strange new sub-genre of Biopic: Musical Artists with the surname Williams who are portrayed as a nonhuman. In the case of "A Better Man," Robbie Williams is portrayed as a CGI Chimp Man (think Planet of the Apes), while "Piece by Piece" presents Pharrell Williams and his surrounding world in Lego. Visit www.dcoffeyfoundation.org to support a wonderful nonprofit that helps kids

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14:08

Patreon Sample: Science Experiments Are Good

The Broken Brain ·

2025/02/27

What's with all of these weird science experiments? Waste of money and time, right? wellllllll.......probably not. This week history dive looks at 2 examples of when science sounded crazy but delivered something cool. A full half of the episode this week is available to non-subscribers, the rest is on the Patreon feed for you super-cool supporters of the show. Check out www.dcoffeyfoundation.org for this month's highlighted charity.

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46:13

Rocky's: A Coming-of-Age Film, with Writer/Directors...

The Broken Brain ·

2025/02/25

Benjamin Cohen & Max Strand are the Writers and Directors of "Rocky's" a new coming-of-age film focused on the lives of several young adults spending time in the local hangout, Rocky's Deli. They joined me to discuss their film, character development, growing up, and storytelling. Check out our February Nonprofit-of-choice: The D Coffey Foundation, which helps youth in need to find athletic scholarships to advance their education.

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52:37

Religious & Social Trauma in Queer Patients, with Ann...

The Broken Brain ·

2025/02/25

Ann Russo is a clinical social worker, therapist, and founder of AMR Therapy & Support Services. She specializes in healing religious trauma, client empowerment, and inclusivity in mental health. Ann is a strong advocate for all survivors within marginalized communities. Follow her work at www.amrtherapy.com Visit www.dcoffeyfoundation.org to support this month's highlighted nonprofit, helping youth to further their education through athleticism.

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09:15

Monday Mental Health Tip: Do We Listen to People with...

The Broken Brain ·

2025/02/24

Telling inspirational stories about disabled people is all over the internet, which raises the question: do we treat them as individuals, listening and learning from them? Or do we fall into the trap of identifying people by their disability, or as an inspirational meme?

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37:06

Reaction to The Fantastic Four Trailer, with Sharon...

The Broken Brain ·

2025/02/22

Sharon & Dwight are reacting to the teaser trailer for the upcoming Marvel movie, "The Fantastic Four: First Steps," focused on the psychological and cultural aspects of the project. Visit www.dcoffeyfoundation.org to support this month's highlighted charity.

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10:06

Patreon Sample: How Black Americans helped solidify...

The Broken Brain ·

2025/02/21

Following the Civil War in the USA, during what became known as the Reconstruction Era, freed Black Americans fought hard to establish communities and defend their rights. None of these struggles were more important than access to education, and the efforts of Black American pioneers of public education helped to form the model of publicly funded school for children in the US, as well as codify this into law. Check out www.dcoffeyfoundation.org to support this month's charity-of-choice, helping

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48:20

Elio Zarmati Author of Goodbye Tahrir Square Coming...

The Broken Brain ·

2025/02/18

Elio Zarmati is a retired filmmaker, journalist, and author of the new memoir "Goodbye Tahrir Square: Coming of Age as a Jew of the Nile." He tells the story of his life, aged 7-14, growing up in war-torn Egypt. It is a message of growing up during societal unrest, and how our life is not defined by outside conflict. Go to www.dcoffeyfoundation.org to support this month's charity of focus. The D Coffey Foundation helps young people to pursue their goals through athleticism and scholarship.

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12:41

Monday Mental Tip: Don't Give Up

The Broken Brain ·

2025/02/17

Don't Give Up!

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28:18

Patreon Sample: The Isolation Helmet

The Broken Brain ·

2025/02/13

In 1925 Hugo Gernsback invented the "Isolation Helmet," a device to limit distraction, and a wild device at that. Gernsback also pioneered many things in the area of radio, television, and Science Fiction. This is a sample of the weekly history episode, available in full for all patrons of the show.

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49:00

Gender & Sexual Diversity in Animals, with Biologist...

The Broken Brain ·

2025/02/11

In his new book "The Sexual Evolution," Biologist and Professor Nathan Lents shares the diverse examples of sex, sexual orientation, and flexible gender roles in the animal kingdom. A look at what truly is natural as well as how we learn about the world around us and the important role that sex and gender play in our lives. At a time when issues of sexuality and gender Identity are controversial, and the Queer population is under attack, this book is timely and informative. Check out

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51:36

No One is Self-Made, by Lakeysha Hallmon

The Broken Brain ·

2025/02/04

Author Dr Lakeysha Hallmon discusses her book "No One is Self-Made," and the myth of self-made success. As a Social Entrepreneur she uses the strength of community to create success for local business, and teaches others to do the same, with her mantra: "Support is a Verb." Dr Key is the founder of Village Market, connecting Black-owned businesses, and Our Village United, a nonprofit focused on providing small businesses with funding and tech support. Follow her work at www.drkeyhallmon.com

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08:06

Monday Mental Tip 2 Ideas for Self-Care

The Broken Brain ·

2025/02/03

Self-Care is often defined as a fun or special experience, but that is only one form. Here are 2 ideas for Self-Care that go beyond bubble baths. The D Coffey Foundation is the highlighted charity for this month. Founded by former Broken Brain guest Dr Delice Coffey, this nonprofit helps young people to pursue education through Athletics and Scholarships. Visit www.dcoffeyfoundation.org to learn more.

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05:15

Patreon Sample: Nathaniel Branden & history of...

The Broken Brain ·

2025/01/31

This is a sample of the first few minutes of this week's History dive for Patreon supporters. Go to www.patreon.com/brokenbrain to learn how to access these weekly bonus episodes in full. Nathaniel Branden was an interesting individual, a pioneer in the idea that Self-Esteem is important for mental health functioning. A little about him, his life, and his theories is the subject of this week's episode of Thursday Thistory.

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52:25

Becoming Comfortable with Discomfort, with Chad Foster

The Broken Brain ·

2025/01/28

Chad Foster is an Author, Trainer, and Experienced Leader in the Corporate & Programming field. He is the first blind executive to graduate from the Harvard Business School Leadership Program. Since loosing his sight at age 21, Chad has helped create assistive software for the visually impaired, excelled at skiing and jujitsu, and trained companies in strategies of inclusion and innovation. You can read his book "Blind Ambition," and follow his work at www.chadefoster.com Check out

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07:55

Monday Mental Tip: Use Your Crash

The Broken Brain ·

2025/01/27

We experience a crash because our body tells us it is time to rest, often forcing the issue. Purposeful, proactive rest can be difficult. Luckily our crash can provide information to help plan healthy breaks. Visit www.whitebirdclinic.org to support this month's highlighted nonprofit.

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21:36

The use of hair in jewelry & art

The Broken Brain ·

2025/01/23

A look into the history of jewelry and art made of hair of a loved one. In the Victorian Era these were used for purposes such as bereavement, spiritual connection, or communicating affection. This is the monthly history episode available to all listeners. Weekly dives into the history of psychology & culture are available to patrons, through www.patreon.com/brokenbrain Visit www.whitebirdclinic.org to see and support this month's highlighted charity. The White Bird Clinic provides mental, dental,

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40:00

Abundant Ever After, book by Cathy Heller

The Broken Brain ·

2025/01/21

Cathy Heller is a teacher, podcaster, and author. Her book, "Abundant Ever After," describes her belief and use of principles of Jewish Mysticism in helping people restructure their approach to stress management and realizing their goals. Often difficult to define or measure, Cathy provides tools and a grounded approach to philosophies such as manifestation and abundance. Follow her work at www.cathyheller.com, and listen to her on the Abundant Ever After podcast. The highlighted charity this month

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11:21

Monday Mental Tip: A Tough Day

The Broken Brain ·

2025/01/20

Is today a tough day? Here are a few ideas of ways to survive and function on a tougher day. Hang in there, everybody!

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