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Do you often find yourself becoming insta-BFFs with folks who understand your fascination with your favorite character, comic, or show? Join Dr. Vanessa Hintz (she/her), Geek psychologist and pop culture enthusiast, as she provides expert analysis on community and belonging in fandom. Take a deep dive into the psyche of pop culture with discussions of the impact our favorite stories have on our individual identities, relationships, and ways of being.
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And the conversation about Violet, Xaden, and them CONTINUES! Join Dr. Vanessa in the conclusion of her analysis of the phenomenal Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros. Topics include our two powerful prodigies - Violet and Xaden - and their journeys to overcoming adversity, all while balancing love, power, and expectations. Dr. Vanessa focuses on element…
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Dr. Vanessa is living her best #RomatasyEra life, bringing to you her one-of-a-kind take on the worldwide phenomenon Fourth Wing. From the creative mind of Rebecca Yarros, this story is centered on the business of Basgiath War College, which houses some of the most powerful dragon riders in the nation of Navarre. This first breakdown features discu…
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HEY…ASSBUTT! The most recent detour on her rewatch journey finds Dr. Vanessa all up in the feels! Season 5 of Supernatural is HEAVY, featuring consistent themes of hopelessness, brotherly strife, and all manner of unpleasantness…I mean, the Apocalypse is happening (kind of)! The most AMAZING season for Sam and Dean ever - many would say so!…
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As one of the most popular films of the last decade, Barbie (2023), is one of Hollywood’s most recent attempts to manufacture nostalgia. Not only does the film capitalize on the connections people have with the most recognizable fashion doll of ever, but Barbie - for decades - has served to motivate and inspire. Join Dr. Vanessa as she discusses th…
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At yet another pit stop on her rewatch journey, Dr. Vanessa is back with more interpretation and conversation concerning all things Winchester. Season 4 of Supernatural was the absolute most! We see more of Bobby. We meet Lucifer and the angels - including our very own, very special, Castiel! This leads to some surprising and complex moral dilemmas…
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In the first-ever installment of the #ConRewind, Dr. Vanessa shares the perspectives of two very special guests - her mother and sister - and their experiences at Fan Expo: New Orleans 2024. Topics of discussion include the value of fandom, cosplay, and the distinctions between joy and escapism. Y'all know what they say about families that con toge…
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#MilesIsMySpiderMan The epic conclusion to the critical analysis of the Spider-Verse franchise features discussion of the value of “the Black Spider-Man.” Dr. Vanessa is once again joined by the Hardest Working Man in Comics, Victor Dandridge, Jr., as the two outline themes of choice, empowerment, and collectivism inherent in Miles’s narrative.…
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That Box Office Ain’t Nothin But a Number Joined by Victor Dandridge, Jr., the Hardest Work Man in Comics, Dr. Vanessa continues her analysis of the Spider-Verse, discussing direct comparisons of each of the Spider-Man film franchises. The duo analyzes the various box office successes - or lack thereof - of these films, including potential implicat…
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A Portrait of Miles Morales We’re doing BIG THANGS for the Season 3 premiere! Dr. Vanessa is joined by the Hardest Working Man in Comics, the incomparable Victor Dandridge, Jr. In the first of three conversations focused on the Spider-Verse film franchise, this BLerd dream team discusses the origins - and cultural relevance - of Marvel’s Miles Mora…
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Joined by Dr. Leandra Parris, School Psychologist, and Benjamin Taitz, Registered Psychological Associate, Dr. Vanessa concludes the discussion of the acclaimed graphic novel, Maus. The trio discuss the influence of narrative storytelling on both the exacerbation and the mitigation of intergenerational trauma. In short, stories heal!…
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Dr. Vanessa is joined by Benjamin Taitz, Registered Psychological Associate, and Dr. Leandra Parris, School Psychologist, to discuss the often-banned graphic novel, Maus. Often heralded as one of the greatest graphic novels ever written, Maus invites us to bear witness to a deeply personal narrative, telling a story of survival and a legacy of trau…
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Family Don’t End with Blood….Or Hell! Dr. Vanessa takes a detour from her Supernatural rewatch journey to discuss those Winchester boys and all the major Season 3 happenings. Joined by Dr. Shelly Clevenger, this pair of Supernatural super fans discuss the highs and lows of the season, to include the fan-favorite Mystery Spot episode, as well as the…
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What would you do if you knew that nobody could stop you? Homelander, Soldier Boy, The Deep, and many other Vought supes give us some glimpses into the potential dangers of unchecked power. Join Dr. Vanessa for this critical discussion of The Boys - both the comic series and the TV show - focused on hedonism, character development, and human hierar…
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The epic conclusion to the critical analysis of Soft and Quiet (2022) features suggestions for disrupting systems of racial injustice. Dr. Vanessa is once again joined by Dr. Carlton E. Green, psychologist and consultant, as the two discuss manifestations of “soft and quiet” racism in everyday interactions, relationships, and organizations.…
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Dr. Vanessa and Dr. Carlton E. Green, psychologist and consultant, are here for the critical film analysis! In the first–of three–conversations about the indie horror, Soft & Quiet (2022), the duo discuss their reactions to the film, including the harsh and violent realities of the “everydayness” of racism.…
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Four professional geeks walk into a lobby…wait - how’s that joke go?! Recorded at San Diego Comic-Con 2023, Dr. Vanessa is joined by a trio of fandom scholars, including Justine Mastin, Dr. Kaela Joseph, and Dr. Tanya Cook. United in many ways - including in their identities as Supernatural mega fans - the group discusses the benefits of engaging i…
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Dr. Vanessa is joined by psychologist and consultant, Dr. Lauren Chapple-Love, as these two millennials discuss their reactions to the 2023 reimagining of The Little Mermaid. In the first of two conversations, these docs provide their in-depth BLerd analyses on the changes from Disney’s original 1989 film, as well as depictions of feminism and raci…
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Season 2 starts off with a BANG - including a discussion of nostalgia, the Upside Down, and all of the Hawkins happenings! In 2022, Stranger Things was the most streamed show in the United States. Hollywood has proven time and time again - nostalgia sells…it heals! Unfortunately, it can also harm. Join Dr. Vanessa as she discusses Netflix’s horror …
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Lying to Each Other, Avoiding Our Emotions - The Family Business Dr. Vanessa takes a pit stop on her Supernatural rewatch journey to provide the critical, geeky analysis of the show’s highest rated season. Supernatural’s second season is more than an emotional rollercoaster - it’s a whirlwind! Season 2 features the introduction of many Winchester s…
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Women in popular culture not only fight crime and injustice, but do so while navigating cultural and systemic oppression. Join Dr. Vanessa in a discussion focused on intersectionality, as she highlights popular narratives focused on women, to include how these stories influence societal expectations and individual health and wellness.…
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What role did events in our global community play in the development of everyone’s favorite heroes in a half shell? Join Dr. Vanessa as she traces the history of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and their evolution from a single black-and-white drawing to pop culture icon status. And remember - Go Ninja! Go Ninja! Go!…
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Demons, Urban Legends, and Trauma - Oh My! Join Dr. Vanessa for one of her favorite pastimes - reminiscing about Sam, Dean, and all things Winchester - as she starts her Supernatural rewatch journey! Get your salt, holy water, and any other hunters’ essentials as we discuss some themes from Season 1, including grief and trauma, parenting, and stigm…
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The epic conclusion to the critical analysis of Wakanda Forever features discussion of colonization, to include the influences of “the other” on some of the film’s most iconic characters. Dr. Vanessa is once again joined by the “Hardest Working Man in Comics,” Mr. Victor Dandridge, Jr., as the two provide an in-depth analysis that is sure to stimul…
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Sharing experiences with people who love the same things we do – with the same level of ferocity and nerdy awesomeness – can help us to cope with angst and stresses in our lives. Listen as Dr. Vanessa recounts her recent introduction to the Supernatural fandom, and her trip to the Salute to Supernatural convention in Las Vegas - including, stories …
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