Popcorn Therapy
Popcorn Therapy is a podcast about movies and mental health. It invites listeners to grab some popcorn and take a seat on the couch. The show likely combines film talk with reflections on emotional well-being and personal growth. It offers a relaxed, conversational space for thinking about mental health through the lens of cinema.
Episodes
Ep. 139 War of The Roses: That's Actually Attempted Murder
It wouldn't be Shade's birthday month if we didn't find the time for an 80's classic. Today, the lads are bringing down the house with The War of The Roses (1989). Take a seat on the couch as Chelsey and Shade dive into what makes marriage challenging, and when to leave to preserve the relationship.
It was direct by Danny Devito, and written by Warren Adler.
The cast includes Michael Douglas,
Happy Birthday, Shade!
Hey bbies! We are taking the week off in honor of Shade's birthday, and will be back next week with The War of the Roses (1989) before our Summer Break. Talk soon!
Ep. 138 Dìdi: Chemical Warfare
This week on Popcorn Therapy Shade and Chelsey wish you a happy Mental Health Awareness Month, AAPI Month, and of course Shade's Birthday month! As we continue Shade's birthday takeover month, Shade and Chelsey are reminiscing about the early aughts while discussing the coming of age movie Didi (2024). Join us in our mom's minivan as we get into friendship, developing self awareness, and what did
Ep. 137 Past Lives: The Inyeon of It All
It's May 7th so you know what time it is--it's Shade's birthday month takeover!!! Today the lads are talking all about fate, relationships, and the experience of immigration. Join Chelsey and Shade as they dive into Past Lives (2024).
Past Lives was written and directed by Celine Song.
The cast includes Greta Lee, Teo Yoo, and John Magaro.
We're taking it back to adolescence in next week's e
Ep. 136 This is the End: Beam Me Up, God
This week on Popcorn Therapy, Shade and Chelsey are getting raptured or will burn eternally as they cover This is the End (2013). Join us at the end of the world as Shade and Chelsey get into cannibalism, celebrity parties, high stress situations, and how the real apocalypse was the friends we made along the way.
This is the End was written and directed by Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg. It was bas
Ep. 135 The Skeleton Twins: Scuba Lessons for Everyone!
The girlies are back with another episode, but this time starring two Saturday Night Live alums. Shade and Chelsey tell us all about how The Skeleton Twins (2014) is packed with sibling dynamics, while learning to understand suicidal ideation and self-harm behaviors.
Content Warning: This episode discusses suicide, self-harm, and childhood trauma.
The Skeleton Twins was written Craig Johnson and
Ep. 134 Companion: Weaponizing Love and Robots
This week on Popcorn Therapy we're devoting ourselves to the not so love of our lives in Companion (2025). Join Shade and Chelsey at a mansion in the woods as we discuss dating, AI, and the things they do for love. But please! Watch this movie first if you want to see it or really like thrillers!
Companion was written and directed by Drew Hancock.
The cast includes Sophie Thatcher, Jack Quaid, M
Catch Y'all Friday!
Our episode on Companion (2025) is out on Friday, the same day it premieres on Max! So watch it there, and then listen here!
Ep. 133 Party Girl: 90s Indie Queen
Boogeying right on through April, Chelsey and Shade are keeping it cute for today's episode. We're talking all things self worth and esteem featured in Party Girl (1995).
Party Girl was written and directed by Daisy von Scherler Mayer.
The cast includes Parker Posey, Liev Schreiber, Anthony DeSando, Guillermo Diaz, Omar Townsend, Donna Mitchell, Sasha von Scherler, and The Lady Bunny.
Let's
Ep.132 A Bug's Life: Grasshopper God Complex
Popcorn Therapy is back from spring break with another class conscious classic, A Bug's Life (1998)! Join us in the ant colony with a special guest, not just our friend of 18 years but a real life bug guy, entomologist Chris! He's comin at ya with all the gnarly bug facts while Shade and Chelsey dazzle and entertain this animal cracker box circus with our takes on power, social dynamics, and seco
Ep. 131 The Iron Claw: We'll be back in two weeks!
Who's afraid of Big Bad Dad? Apparently his sons. This week Chelsey and Shade are addressing depression and family dynamics in today's episode on The Iron Claw. TW for discussions of suicide in today's episode--remember to be gentle with yourselves.
The Iron Claw was written and directed by Sean Durkin.
The cast includes Zac Efron, Holt McCallany, Maura Tierney, Harris Dickinson, Jeremy Allen
Ep. 130 Anora: Your Mother's a Шлюха
Welcome to our post-Oscars/Third Anniversary of Popcorn Therapy episode featuring a very special guest, our amazing friend Sandra (she also made our lil popcorn guy in the chair)! We're all bound for a New York City strip club to discuss this year's Best Picture winner, Anora (2024). We delve into Russian culture, class consciousness, what is love, and baby don't hurt me with your impressive punch
Ep. 129 Nope: 5 Stars, Angel
Ending Chelsey's birthday month on a true Aquarius note. We'll be talking all about the unusual western phenomena in today's episode on Nope (2022). Join the girlies as they discuss spectacles and how they relate to pop culture, and how this influences the ways we treat one another.
Nope was written and directed by Jordan Peele.
The cast includes Daniel Kaluuya, Keke Palmer, Brandon Perea, St
Ep. 128 Seven Psychopaths: Hans is Princess
Welcome to the penultimate week of ✨Chelsey's Birthday Month✨ here at Popcorn Therapy. This week is going out with a bang in a dognapping adventure as we dive into Seven Psychopaths (2012). So take a drive into the desert for the ultimate shoot out with Shade and Chelsey as we discuss which actor has hip hop singles in Australia, psychopathy, and how it's the same teams as our Paddington episode!
New Episode This Friday!
Two day delay on the play! Seven Psychopaths will be out this Friday!
Ep. 127 Your Monster: Go Birds!!
Let's keep the celebration train rollinggggg! Not only did the Eagles celebrate a Super Bowl win this past Sunday, but our beloved Chelsey celebrated another rotation around the sun. So today we are celebrating by getting cozy and loving those dark parts of ourselves with Your Monster (2024). Laugh and hang as the lads discuss what Your Monster says about emotions, our friendships and relationshi
Ep. 126 Dogma: Worked It Out in the Reboot
The time has come the Walrus said to talk of many things: of shoes, and ships, and sealing wax, and Popcorn Therapy. Join Shade and Chelsey as we kick off ✨Chelsey's birthday month✨ with a pilgrimage to New Jersey to stop a couple of renegade angels from negating all of existence. On the train ride to the Garden State we'll discuss religion, rejection, and who Alan Rickman thought was a true Ameri
Ep. 125 Babes: Pump and Dump
Welcome to the world of babes and bebes for today's episode of Popcorn Therapy. We're talking all things millennial friendships as we watch Babes (2024). You don't want to miss Chelsey and Shade heartfelt conversation about how friendship changes in adulthood, what we can do to show up and be more present for the people we love, and an analysis of the story's characters.
Babes was directed by Pa
Ep. 124 I Love You, Man: Fighting Lou Ferrigno
We're taking the puggle for a stroll down the Venice boardwalk with Popcorn Therapy searching for a new best friend as we watch I Love You, Man (2009). Jam in the man cave as we discuss making friends as an adult, male comradery, where to find Jason Segel's imaginary friend Gideon, and why would you fight Lou Ferrigno?
I Love You, Man was written and directed by John Hamburg. It was also written
Ep. 123 His Three Daughters: All Bottled Up
Second week of the New Year and the lads are diving deeper into the content we all love to dish about--family. Chelsey and Shade are bringing you an episode with just that in His Three Daughters (2023). We're taking on oldest, middle, and youngest daughter syndromes so buckle up buttercups.
His Three Daughters was written and directed by Azazel Jacobs.
The cast includes Carrie Coon, Natasha Ly
Ep. 122 The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy: Optimistic Nihilism
Blast off this week with Popcorn Therapy as we narrowly avoid the destruction of Earth by following a guy we met at a party to his spaceship. That's right Shade and Chelsey are popping around in an infinitely improbable fashion as we discuss The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (2005), not to be confused with the eight prior versions of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. So don't forget your to
Snow Day Two Day Delay!
Hello pretty people! This week's Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy episode will premiere on Friday! See you then!
Ep. 121 Happy New Year!!!
Hey cool people! Chelsey and Shade are doing a fun recap for today's episode to ring in the new year. We hope you're safe and warm wherever you are listening to this. Thanks for another year of fun and we're so excited to keep bringing the show to you!
Ep. 120 The Holiday: This is Not My Beautiful House
Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Joyous Kwanzaa, Happy holidays from our family at Popcorn Therapy to yours at home. We are closing out our holiday season and 2024 with the 2006 winter-time rom-com The Holiday. Join us by the fire with a cup of cocoa as we ruminate on people pleasing, how much that cottage costs, lying about having kids, home exchanging, and what is love, actually?
The Holiday w
Happy Holidays from Popcorn Therapy!
Happy Holidays from our family to yours! Catch you all for the episode on The Holiday this Friday!
Ep. 119 Boxing Day: What a mess
Chelsey and Shade are back at it to keep the holiday spirit alive and well. Cuddle up with a nice hot cocoa because it's about to get messy on the pod. Today's episode features Boxing Day (2021) and it includes taking a deep dive into the characters of the movie, discussing family dynamics, and of course attachment styles.
Boxing Day was written and directed by Aml Ameen.
The cast includes Am
Ep. 118 Bridget Jones's Diary: Why Are You Here, Actually?
We're keeping up with the British holiday spirit at Popcorn Therapy as Shade's festive takeover continues. Snuggle up with a bottle of chardonnay and your work flirt to listen in for this week's movie, Bridget Jones's Diary (2001). We'll be writing in our diaries about Pride and Prejudice, self-esteem, relationship patterns, negative self-talk, and how Bridget should just get a dog.
Bridget Jones
Ep. 117 About A Boy: Dead Duck Club
Popcorn Therapy is getting into the holiday spirit with today's episode on About A Boy (2002). Join Shade and Chelsey as they do a deep dive into discussing the impact of suicidal ideation and the power of connectivity in relationships.
About A Boy was written and directed by Chris Weitz. The book was written by Nick Hornby.
The cast includes Hugh Grant, Nicholas Holt, Toni Collette, Rachel We
Ep. 116 Love and Basketball: Slapped!
This week Popcorn Therapy is taking it to the court in a game of one on one where all is fair in Love and Basketball (2000). Shade and Chelsey are talking IWBA, WNBA, a mother's love, and playing a pick up game with intersectionality and the impact of parental infidelity.
Love and Basketball was written and directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood (and produced by Spike Lee!).
The cast includes Sanaa L
Ep. 115 The Lobster: Blood As a Motif
Chelsey's been watching Penguin on MAX and wanted more of Colin Farrell, which is why this week we are covering The Lobster (2015). We're of course talking about relationships, singledom, and how society plays a role in our perceptions of both.
The Lobster was written and directed by Yorgos Lanthimos. It was also written by Efthimis Filippou.
The cast includes Colin Farrell, Rachel Weisz, Oliv
See you on Friday!
Hey everyone! As we adjust to lots of transitions, we are going to be releasing episodes on Fridays just for the month of November. We're hoping this gives us more time to edit and create. We'll back to the regularly scheduled program of Wednesdays in December!
Ep. 114 Election: No Not That One
The election results are in, and if you listen to our podcast you're likely not happy about it. So let's distract ourselves for a bit with a different election. A high school class president election. That's right, we're talking about Election (1999)! Bring your philandering teacher an apple as we have a class discussion on self worth, relationship dynamics, emotional responses, golden retriever
Pls Bare With Us Until Friday!
We're having technical difficulties this week and will release our Election (1995) episode on Friday. Take care of yourselves bbs!
Ep. 113 Jennifer's Body: On Demon Time
It's time for Popcorn Therapy! Chelsey and Shade are covering a beloved class on today's episode with Jennifer's Body (2009). This marks the end of Spooky Szn 2024, and includes discussions of sapphic tropes, trauma, and spectacle.
Jennifer's Body was written by Diablo Kody, and directed by Karyn Kusama.
The cast includes Megan Fox, Amanda Seyfried, Johnny Simmons, Kyle Gollner, Adam Brody, an
Ep. 112 Coraline: Special Victims Unit
Welcome back to Popcorn Therapy for the penultimate week of Spooky Season 2024! Join us as we go down the rabbit hole, no through the wardrobe, nope not that either. Join us as we go through the tunnel behind a tiny door to a world that is not everything it promises to be. That's right, she's a peach, she's a doll, she's a pal of mine, we're talkin' Coraline (2009)! Make sure you're as cute as but
Ep. 111 Black Box: Her Daddy's Body
Popcorn Therapy is hitting our stride with spooky szn. This week, Chelsey and Shade dig deep into the subconscious with today's episode on Black Box (2020). We're talking about amnesia, the parentified child, and parenting.
Black Box was co-written by Emmanuel Osei-Kuffour and Stephen Herman. It was directed by Emmanuel Osei-Kuffour.
The cast includes Mamoudou Athie, Phylicia Rashad, Amanda Ch
Ep. 110 Insidious: Spiritual Parasite
We're on the astral plane of Spooky Season here on Popcorn Therapy. So join Shade and Chelsey as the embark into the Further to discuss Insidious (2010). We are tiptoeing through the tulips as we go over the mental load of running a household, how it is an incontrovertible fact that you are safe from monsters under a blankie, that classic childhood trauma, and family dynamics through demon possess
Ep. 109 Beetlejuice: Our Art Is Dangerous
First week of October and we are fully into ~*spooky szn*~. Join Chelsey and Shade for a trip to the other side with Tim Burton's 80s hit--Beetlejuice (1988). Join the lads as they analyze each character and talk about family dynamics.
Beetlejuice was directed by Tim Burton. It was written by Michael McDowell, Larry Wilson, and Warren Skaaren.
The cast includes Alec Baldwin, Geena Davis, Micha
Ep. 108 Practical Magic: Witchcore
Come with Shade and Chelsey as they embark down the witches' road until they land at a house serving midnight margaritas. That's right, as we ease into Spooky Season this week the coven is covering Practical Magic (1998). Join us as we discuss generational trauma, familial support, and the love of dance.
Practical Magic was directed by Griffin Dunne. It was written by Alice Hoffman, Robin Swicord
Ep. 107 Death Becomes Her: Natural Order, Who?
Do you feel that chill in the air? Chelsey and Shade do, and they're kicking off the spooky vibes with today's episode on Death Becomes Her (1992). We're talking about betrayal, frenemies, and relationship dynamics in today's session.
Death Becomes Her was directed by Robert Zemeckis, and written by Martin Donovan.
The cast includes Meryl Streep, Goldie Hawn, Bruce Willis, Isabella Rossellini,
Ep. 106 Booksmart: Are You As Nostalgic As Shade?
Class is back in session but here at Popcorn Therapy we're skipping straight to the end of the school year. That's right friends, we're doing 2019's Booksmart. Join Shade and Chelsey as they talk about their own school days, friendship, enmeshment, boundaries, porn in the backseat, and how Chelsey accidentally went to the movie premiere for Strange Darling (you should definitely see it!)
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Ep. 105 The Way Back: We're Seated
The lads are back this week with another episode to knock your basketball socks off. Chelsey and Shade tackle alcohol dependency, grief, and relationship challenges in The Way Back (2020). Make some noise from the stands for today's show!
The Way Back was written by Brad Ingelsby and directed by Gavin O’Connor.
The cast includes Ben Affleck, Al Madrigal, Janina Gavankar, Michaela Watkins, Bran
Ep. 104 Office Space: The Impact of a Cult Classic
This week on Popcorn Therapy Shade and Chelsey are doing their TPS reports before 8 of their bosses can yell at them, because we're going back to the 90's for the cult classic comedy Office Space (1999, to be precise). So throw on some Geto Boys and destroy a printer while we dive deep into burnout, anxiety, work-life balance, and of course ~*flair*~.
Office Space was written and directed by Mike
Ep. 103 Twister: Surprise! Flooding!
The lads are chasing tornadoes and emotions in this week's episode on 90s classic, Twister. Chelsey and Shade talk about natural disasters, their lasting impact, and relationship dynamics on today's show.
Twister was written by Michael Chrichton & Anne-Marie Martin.
The cast includes Helen Hunt, Bill Paxton, Jami Gertz, Cary Elwes, Lois Smith, Philip Seymour Hoffman, and Alan Ruck.
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Catch Us Next Week, Babes!
There's been a Popcorn Therapy family emergency and we will not have a full episode this week, but feel free to go back through over 100 episodes if you really need us in your life today. Or if you need new content, Chelsey is on this week's episode of Ventura Tide Pod.
Please stay tuned for next week's episode on Twister!
Tell us what movies or psychological themes you want to hear about!
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Ep. 102 Josie and the Pussycats: Golden Era of the Mall
Won't you Pretend to be Nice and join Shade and Chelsey for this week's journey back to the aughts when Mr. Moviefone and TRL dominated pop culture? That's right, this week on Popcorn Therapy we were blasting Josie and the Pussycats (2001). Listen in as we discuss pop stars who were almost in this movie, imposter syndrome, parasocial relationships, rampant consumerism, and Pedro Pascal. With a spe
Ep. 101 The Princess Bride: AKA Suffering & Death
Hey babes! Chelsey and Shade are back with a brand new episode on a classic favorite, The Princess Bride (1987). Join the girlies as they talk about identity, personality flaws, and the effects of true love.
The Princess Bride was written by William Goldmen, and directed by Rob Reiner.
The cast includes Cary Elwes, Mandy Patinkin, Robin Wright, Chris Sarandon, Christopher Guest, Wallace Shawn,
Ep. 100 The Truman Show: We Made it to 100, Babes!
It's Shade and Chelsey's 100th episode of Popcorn Therapy! Join us for this momentous occasion as we enter the dome of The Truman Show! Jump in with the audience as we observe the world observing an unconsenting man as his world falls apart around him. Is it abuse? Yes. Is it evil? You know it is! Is it gaslighting? Tune in to find out!
Next week we trek to the fantasy land of Florin with The Pr
Ep. 99 Inside Out: Interesting
What's going on in your head this week, beloved? Join Chelsey and Shade as they dive into the first Inside Out (2015). They are talking about everything emotions, including how emotions manifest and how to process them once we feel them.
Inside Out was written by Peter Doctor and Meg Lefauve. It was also directed by Peter Doctor.
The cast includes Amy Poehler, Phyllis Smith, Richard Kind, Bill
Ep.98 Rafiki: Get Sensual
Happy Pride! For this year's final week of Pride month Popcorn Therapy is going to Kenya to watch the sugar and stark lesbian romance Rafiki (2018). Join us as we go through the budding romance of Kena and Ziki as they navigate cultural norms and young love. We've got it all this week from talking about relationships, minority stress, and dating the daughter of your father's political opponents.
Ep. 97 Bottoms: Can't Eat Cake
We are going strong with 🌈Pride Month for today's episode! Chelsey and Shade are gushing over their faves in Bottoms (2023). They have a little melting pot of themes their covering today such as power dynamics and changes in friendship. Please join the lads for this fun episode.
Bottoms was written and directed by Emma Seligman, and co-written by Rachel Sennott.
The cast includes Rachel Sennot
Ep. 96 The Kids Are All Right: Appreciation Pie
This week on Popcorn Therapy, the girlies are back from vacay and ready to celebrate 🌈Pride Month! Hop on your motorcycle and join Shade and Chelsey as they kick it on the west coast for The Kids Are All Right (2010). Chill out and be about the good vibes as they discuss relationships, desire, toxic masculinity trash bags, and how to behave like a cat.
The Kids Are All Right was written and dire
Ep. 95 Crazy Rich Asians: Disco Cleopatra
As we wave goodbye to Shade's birthday month, the girls also want to make sure they're viewing movies featuring Asian voices since May is also AAPI month. Put on your best dress and join Chelsey and Shade for Crazy Rich Asians. They're covering familial relationship dynamics, infidelity, and of course romantic relationships!
Crazy Rich Asians was written by Peter Chiarelli, Adele Lim, and Kevin
Ep. 94 They Cloned Tyrone: Happy Birthday Shade!
Today is an absolutely remarkable day on Popcorn Therapy because today is Shade's birthday🎉! So please come and take an elevator ride to a secret underground lab with us as we discuss They Cloned Tyrone in the heart of gemini season. We get into it all: community, the MOVE bombing, identity, trauma, and is that really what Kiefer Sutherland looks like now?
They Cloned Tyrone is written and direct
Ep. 93 His Girl Friday: Pre-Birthday Bash
On this week's episode of the pod, we're continuing with Shade's birthday month picks. Join Chelsey and Shade as they take on the classic hit His Girl Friday (1940). In this episode they discuss relationship dynamics, gender roles, and politics.
His Girl Friday was written by Charles Lederer, Ben Hecht, and Charles MacArthur
The cast includes Cary Grant, Rosalind Russell, Ralph Bellamy, Gene L
Ep. 92 The Snake Pit: So Freudian
This week Shade and Chelsey are going back, so far back we're in black and white. Join Popcorn Therapy at the dance in an asylum for The Snake Pit (1948). Shade and Chelsey get shuffled from ward to ward as they discuss PPD, electroconvulsive therapy, babydolls, attachment injuries, and mean nurses.
The Snake Pit was written by Frank Partos, Millen Brand, Arthur Laurents, and Mary Jane Ward. It
Ep. 91 Gravity: The Opposite of Titanic
We are blasting off Shade's birthday month and taking the pod to space with Gravity (2013). Chelsey and Shade will be talking through the impacts of spaceflight on mental health, grief, and how to keep your cool with a breathwork exercise on today's episode.
Gravity was co-written by Alfonso Cuarón and Jonas Cuarón. It was directed by Alfonso Cuarón.
The cast includes Sandra Bullock, George
Ep. 90 Little Miss Sunshine: Grandpa Died for This
This week, hop in the yellow Volkswagen bus and take a roadtrip with Shade and Chelsey as we discuss Little Miss Sunshine (2006). Join us as we talk about being a teenager, family dynamics, joining the airforce, and trigger warning: suicide.
Little Miss Sunshine was written by Michael Arndt. It was directed by Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris.
The cast includes Steve Carell, Toni Collette, Greg
Ep. 89 Don't Worry Darling: These Stepford Wannabes!
On this week's episode, Chelsey and Shade make sure that we don't panic talking about Don't Worry Darling (2022). Join them as they talk about intuition, self-trust, codependency, and how *trigger warning* abuse can present in a relationship.
Don't Worry Darling was directed by Olivia Wilde
And written by Katie Silverman.
The cast includes Florence Pugh, Harry Styles, Chris Pine, Olivia Wilde, Kik
Ep. 88 Self Reliance: Delusions of Grandeur
Are you ready to join the dark web's #1 rated reality murder show or will you descend into delulu? Embark on a 30 day challenge with Shade and Chelsey as they discuss Self Reliance (2023). Don't forget to have someone shadow you as we discuss the most terrifying way to walk backwards, experiential exploration, and how Shade should definitely try out for Survivor. Jeff Probst, hit us up!
Self Reli
See You Tomorrow!
Hey y'all! Chelsey and Shade will be releasing their episode on Self-Reliance tomorrow, April 11th. Be here or be super square! We appreciate your patience and are excited for the latest episode.
We're on Spring Break!
Join us next week for our episode on Self Reliance (now streaming on Hulu)!
Ep. 87 The Farewell: Tell Your Yia Yia
Hey there! This week on Popcorn Therapy, Shade and Chelsey are taking us back to the before-times, aka 2019, with The Farewell. We're chatting all about identity and immigration, generational differences, and family secrets.
Written and directed by Lulu Wang
The cast includes Shuzhen Zhao, Awkwafina, Tzi Ma, Yongbo Jiang, Diana Lin.
Catch us next week for our episode on Self-Reliance (2023).
Ep. 86 Clueless: It's Still Weird
Welcome to Popcorn Therapy, where this week Shade and Chelsey are hitting a Valley party to rap about all the Bettys and Baldwins in Clueless (1995). Go Jeepin with us as we discuss sense of self, developing values, step-brother lovin, and a touch of mommy issues.
Clueless was written and directed by Amy Heckerling.
The cast includes Alicia Silverstone, Stacey Dash, Brittany Murphy, Paul Rudd, D
Ep. 85 Barbie Part 2: Can Barbies Die?!
Continuing on from last week's celebration, Shade and Chelsey's wonderful buds, Kelly and Dylan, return to finish the second half of Barbie (2023). In this episode we discuss feminism, the psychological impact of living under patriarchy, and....where are all of the horses? Also, Happy Women's History Month!
Barbie was written by Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach. It was directed by Greta Gerwig.
Ep. 84 Barbie Part 1: My Mom's Mistakes
This week on a very special episode of Popcorn Therapy, it's our anniversary! Celebrate two years of Popcorn Therapy with Shade, Chelsey, and our amazing friends Kelly and Dylan as we get dolled up and discuss the first half of Barbie (2023). Join us as we take the portal to Barbieland to talk about playing with dolls, thoughts of death, kid logic, and perfectionism with a serving of gender rolls
Ep. 83 The Blackening: Living Single Over Friends
Ayyy, it's the last week of Black History Month and Chelsey's birthday month takeover. This week the lads are covering The Blackening (2022) on Popcorn Therapy. Join them as they discuss personality changes, racist tropes, and changes in friendship dynamics over the years in today's episode.
The Blackening was written by Tracy Oliver and Dewayne Perkins
Directed by Tim Story
The cast include
Ep. 82 The Nice Guys: Pinky Promise
Let's groove tonight as Chelsey and Shade take Popcorn Therapy back to the 70's for Chelsey's birthday takeover month. That's right, we're covering The Nice Guys (2016). We investigate a tale of sex, murder, porn stars, guns in cookie jars, mermaids, and Yoohoo. So join us as Shade takes us through sadness, self-forgiveness, substance dependency, and harm reduction.
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Ep. 81 Forgetting Sarah Marshall: Prepare the Pig
Happy Valentine's Day! Chelsey, our birthday girl, brought us back to the hit Forgetting Sarah Marshall (2008). In this week's episode, Chelsey and Shade discuss the to-dos and not-to-dos to heal from a break-up. They also talk about how to support a loved one who is managing depression, and how to open up a discussion about intimacy with your partner.
Forgetting Sarah Marshall was Written by Ja
Ep. 80 Sorry to Bother You: Cash is Green
Welcome to Chelsey's birthday takeover month at Popcorn Therapy! Chelsey has the esteemed honor to share her month with Black History Month, so we are starting off strong with the anti-capitalist classic Sorry to Bother You (2018). Join us and everyone else on the picket line as we discuss existentialism, class disparity, systemic racism, and how we hope you just have a spectacular year, a real co
Ep. 79 Jumanji: Slow Rhino Forever
On this week's episode of Popcorn Therapy, Shade and Chelsey are bringing back the nostalgia with 1995 hit, Jumanji. Join the lads as they discuss healing from childhood trauma, grief, and the impact on community.
Jumanji was written by Jonathon Hansleigh, Greg Taylor, snd Jim Strain. Based on a book by Chris Van Allsburg.
It was directed by Joe Johnston
The cast includes Robin Williams, Bo
Ep. 78 Thank You for Smoking: Tiny Delights
We've got a long journey into the world of lobbying this week on Popcorn Therapy. This week Shade and Chelsey are joined by friend of the pod Sandra (also known as the designer of our beautiful podcast popcorn art) as we discuss the 2005 satire Thank You for Smoking. So light up as we take a deep dive into the psyche of cigarette lobbyist Nick Naylor.
Thank You for Smoking was written originally b
Ep. 77 Thelma & Louise: T-Shirt Ideas
Today's episode is keeping the sisterhood vibes going with this iconic 90s classic, Thelma & Louise (1991). Chelsey and Shade dive into what empowerment can look like, and the search for freedom.
Thelma & Louise was written by Callie Khouri & Ridley Scott
It was directed by Ridley Scott
The cast includes Geena Davis, Susan Sarando, Harvey Keitel, Michael Madsen, Brad Pitt, and Ch
Ep. 76 Mean Girls: Destroy the Dollhouse
This week is Popcorn Therapy's first movie of 2024, and it's a movie that came out 20 whole years ago. That's right, it's Mean Girls (2004). Join us at the cool table with the Plastics and several SNL alumni as we discuss groupthink, cliques, autonomy, and teen development.
Mean Girls was based on the book Queen Bees and Wannabees by Rosalind Wiseman.
It was directed by Mark Waters, and written
Ep. 75 Happy New Year!
It's 2024 and Chelsey and Shade are shaking things up for today's episode. They are doing a fun recap of 2023 by asking each other questions about some of the movies they covered. So grateful to our wonderful listeners, and cheers to the new year!
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Ep. 74 Love Actually: Love Superficially
Welcome back to Popcorn Therapy for our final day of holiday festivities in 2023! For Shade's continuing holiday takeover we are going to London, not really, but wouldn't that be great? We're watching Love Actually (2003). Join us as we talk about what love is, infidelity, and of course those posterboards.
Love Actually was written and directed by Richard Curtis.
The (gigantic) cast includes Hugh
Ep. 73 The Muppet Christmas Carol: It’s About Impact
Keeping the holiday vibes going with yet another classic tale, The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992). Chelsey and Shade take us through anti-capitalist king, Charles Dickens' masterpiece about the true meaning of Christmas. Today we're talking all about internalized capitalism, the industrial revolution labor movement, and community.
The Muppet Christmas Carol was based on a screenplay by Jerry Juhl
Ep. 72 The Family Stone: It’s Crying Men, Hallelujah!
Popcorn Therapy is kicking off Shade's Holiday Takeover Month with some family drama. Join Shade and Chelsey for Christmas Eve dinner with The Family Stone (2005). Listen as we discuss relationships, meeting the in-laws, good parenting, and a little Christmas magic.
The Family Stone was written and directed by Thomas Bezucha.
The cast includes Dermot Mulroney, Sarah Jessica Parker, Claire Danes,
Ep. 71 Mermaids: Quasimodo-Joe
To bridge the gap between the fall and winter holidays, this week Chelsey and Shade are covering Mermaids (1990). In today's episode, they're talking all about mother-daughter relationships and a sense of belonging.
Mermaids (the novel) was written by Patty Dann, and June Roberts wrote the screenplay. It was directed by Richard Benjamin.
The cast includes Cher, Winona Ryder, Christina Ricci, B
Ep. 70 Planes, Trains & Automobiles: Thanksgiving in Nowhere
It's almost Thanksgiving, so Popcorn Therapy wants to come home for the holidays with you. Join Shade and Chelsey as they follow two intrepid travelers in the 1987 comedy Planes, Trains & Automobiles. We will be chatting about stress thresholds, boundaries, grief, and all of your favorite Thanksgiving emotions.
The film was written and directed by John Hughes.
The cast includes Steve Martin,
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