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Michele admits she needs to take better care of herself. She mentions that finding and sharing dark content memes may be helpful if you’re feeling, well, depressed and alone. Today's guest is Zach, a wise zoomer who tells us about his experience with EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy. EMDR is most commonly sought out by people with PTSD, anxiety, and panic disorders. Zach shares his experience with group therapy and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) as well. Zach explains that burning a quesadilla should not make you feel like a failure. He tells us that he considers himself more of a millennial since he grew up with ‘90’s TV shows. They talk about setting and reaching therapy goals. Zach tells us his methods for determining whether a therapist is a good fit. They discuss how narcissists project their own insecurities, using avoidance as a coping mechanism, and finding affordable therapy. He also tells us he finds all the good memes on Instagram, but otherwise doesn’t spend much time on social media. They discuss the toxicity of social media and Zach theorizes that social media is fostering a dopamine addiction in us all. Zach says that if he became the president tomorrow, he would prioritize making sure that mental health is better addressed in schools. Talking Points:
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Michele talks about her trip to Grand Canyon National Park. It started with a fight with her boyfriend, but it ended alright! She discusses how to talk politics with the person you’re dating and shares that she and Joseph got in an argument on their first date- about voting. This week’s guest is Amanda, a writer and arts educator. Amanda laments how hard it is to find a therapist and how we should have access to emergency therapy. Michele reveals that she recently quit going to therapy herself. Amanda tells us what it’s like to have strong Trump supporters in her family when she considers herself very liberal. They talk about living in an age of pandemics, crying in public, the VP debate, mailing in your ballot, overconfident political YouTubers, AOC, and of course, Joe freaking Biden. Amanda recommends reading A People’s History of the United States by Howard Zinn. Amanda tells us that her finances are actually faring better now in pandemic times, and about her recent experience interviewing for jobs while trying not to seem too desperate. She also recommends the book Severance by Ling Ma, as well as the Socrates Sculpture Garden in Queens, NY. Talking Points:
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MAGA Hats in the House with Amanda | Therapy Roulette (podpage.com) Email us! therapyroulette@gmail.com Write a review! Therapy Roulette (ratethispodcast.com) Follow Therapy Roulette: Instagram: @therapyroulettepod Twitter: @TherapyRoulette YouTube: Therapy Roulette Follow Conservative Dad: Twitter: @CnsrvtvDadTwts Follow Michele Baci: Instagram: @michelebacicomedy Twitter: @michelebaci Theme music by @hannahvsthemany Listen to Hannah Vs. The Many: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5rlyuj1AOlLdLCV5MRFc9P?si=muDK4Rr3RXWMGhBCP0fQaw Books Mentioned: Severance by Ling Ma https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/36348525-severance A People’s History of the United States by Howard Zinn https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/35612028-summary?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=Uy4S9m8ZIB&rank=1 Articles Mentioned: “Talking Politics, Ask Your Partner These Questions to Strengthen Your Relationship” by Dina Cheney https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/life/relationships/a32816268/how-politics-strengthen-relationships/ Michele gives some suggestions about how to talk to someone with differing political views. She shares a story about talking to a Trump supporter face to face. This week’s guest is Trevor Waggoner, an improv and sketch comedian based in Los Angeles. He’s currently a part of a rotating cast on Manager's Special on Twitch. Trevor and Michele bond over the fact that they’ve both acted in TV court shows, but have no idea where to find the footage. Trevor tells us about the political climate in Arizona and why he’s especially hopeful that the younger generation will flip the swing state for Biden. He talks about growing up in a predominantly Christian neighborhood, where people tend to vote Republican. He tells us why he’s not a fan of Arizona Governor Doug Ducey. Trevor and Michele also bond over having acid reflux and worrying whether the symptoms are related to COVID. They talk about not being stoked about Biden, but admitting we have to vote for him. He’ll probably be great anyway, who knows! They discuss the debates so far. Trevor tells us about a pilot he’s writing and what’s motivating him to write. He tells us what it was like to quarantine at home with his family in Arizona for six months. Michele asks Trevor whether any of his friendships have changed due to political disagreements. Trevor tells us a story about witnessing anti-maskers in public. Talking Points:
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https://www.podpage.com/therapyroulette/is-that-mask-suffocating-your-freedom-with-trevor-waggoner/ Email us! therapyroulette@gmail.com Write a review! ratethispodcast.com/therapy Follow Trevor Waggoner! Twitter: @waggstowiches Instagram: @waggstowiches Follow Therapy Roulette! Instagram: @therapyroulettepod Twitter: @TherapyRoulette YouTube: Therapy Roulette Follow Michele Baci! Instagram: @michelebacicomedy Twitter: @michelebaci Theme music by @hannahvsthemany Listen to Hannah Vs. The Many: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5rlyuj1AOlLdLCV5MRFc9P?si=muDK4Rr3RXWMGhBCP0fQaw Articles Mentioned: “Keeping It Civil, How to Talk Politics Without Letting Things Turn Ugly” by Caroline Kelly https://www.npr.org/2019/04/12/712277890/keeping-it-civil-how-to-talk-politics-without-letting-things-turn-ugly Find a Therapist Who Will Speak Farsi to You with Shadia Sepehrnia – Therapy Roulette (103)7/8/2021 Michele discusses race and ethnicity as it relates to therapy. She recommends therapy professionals bring up the subject of racial identity with their clients. She mentions a few things white therapists can do to help BIPOC clients especially. This week’s guest, Shadia Sepehrnia, tells us the comfort in finding a therapist who is Persian like her. She explains the ease of being able to describe things in Farsi. She discusses how her mother, who’s from Iran, doesn’t understand therapy. Shadia tells us what it’s like to return to therapy after a hiatus from it. She reveals that she is grateful to the pandemic for letting her catch a break from work, so she can figure out how she truly wants to spend her time. Shadia recommends the screenwriting book, Story by Robert McKee, which may be a type of therapy in and of itself! Shadia talks about getting caught up in the hustle of Hollywood, and how it’s been nice to have the time to read SEVEN books since we entered quarantine! She also says that she watches zero network television these days, unless it’s 90 Day Fiancé. They also discuss whether staying on Facebook during election season is worth it. Michele asks where Shadia last traveled to before the pandemic. Michele then asks Shadia how her writing/directing career is going. Talking Points:
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Email us! therapyroulette@gmail.com Write a review! ratethispodcast.com/therapy Watch the web series Non-Crimes of Orange County Follow Shadia Sepehrnia! Twitter: @evenstar263 Follow Therapy Roulette! Instagram: @therapyroulettepod Twitter: @TherapyRoulette YouTube: Therapy Roulette Follow Michele Baci! Instagram: @michelebacicomedy Twitter: @michelebaci Theme music by @hannahvsthemany Listen to Hannah Vs. The Many: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5rlyuj1AOlLdLCV5MRFc9P?si=muDK4Rr3RXWMGhBCP0fQaw Books Mentioned: Story by Robert McKee https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/story-robert-mckee/1100538146 Articles Mentioned: “Addressing Race in Therapy” by Naomi Torres-Mackie https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/underdog-psychology/202006/addressing-race-in-therapy On the Therapy Roulette podcast (102), Michele admits that she’s struggling to be creative during quarantine. She talks about writing journal pages, inspired by David Sedaris’ book, Theft by Finding: Diaries. This week’s guest is Maddie Silva, an LA-based writer and self-proclaimed pasta water evangelist. Michele and Maddie discuss how hard it’s been to write a script or ANYTHING since the pandemic started. They agree it’s okay to surrender to erratic fits of productivity. They bond over a love for the paranormal show, the X-files. Maddie divulges that her therapist is breaking up with her because she needs a break, goddammit! Maddie prefers a therapist who is kind and compassionate, whereas Michele prefers a cold-shouldered, bitchy approach. Maddie confesses that her friendships have been strained lately with one married friend moving out of state and another friend getting pregnant (all without consulting her first!). The ladies discuss using sarcasm as a defense mechanism and commiserate over being forced to socialize at work. Maddie also mentions that she almost missed meeting her boyfriend because she was too stubborn to be set up! Talking Points:
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MOTIVATION Listen to the episode: https://www.podpage.com/therapyroulette/never-been-less-thirsty-with-maddie-silva/ Follow Therapy Roulette Instagram: @therapyroulettepod Twitter: @TherapyRoulette YouTube: Therapy Roulette Email us! therapyroulette@gmail.com Write a review! - ratethispodcast.com/therapy Follow Maddie Silva Twitter: @madds_silva Follow Michele Baci Instagram: @michelebacicomedy Twitter: @michelebaci Comedians mentioned: Sarah Silverman & Kate Berlant Comedy venues mentioned: Dynasty Typewriter Book mentioned: Theft by Finding: Diaries by David Sedaris https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/32498038-theft-by-finding In the premiere episode of the Therapy Roulette podcast (101), Michele talks about rushing to move in with her boyfriend due to the pandemic and her anxiety over keeping her relationship “perfect.” She discusses the book How to Stay in Love by James J. Sexton and how people are dating during these unprecedented times. This week’s guest is Kelly Mohen, an early childhood intervention specialist. Kelly tells us what it’s like to be an extreme extrovert during quar. Michele and Kelly speculate as to why ANY woman would EVER choose a male therapist. They discuss the pressure to have a baller Christmas every year in an Irish Catholic family. Kelly confesses she’s staying entertained by indulging in “trash” reality TV, such as Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings. The ladies also discuss whether Elon Musk and Grimes are doing okay, Jia Tolentino’s book Trick Mirror, approaching dating apps like a video game, and grappling with a fear of rejection. Talking Points:
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