Best Amp Kay Amp May Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 54: Joan’s Goldmen! Part 2 1:03:19

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Drs. Kay & Ray finish review of Joan Vassos’ Goldmen, who remain in the show to vie for her heart & hand! Combining bios with their first impressions from the premiere, Dr.s Kay & Ray discuss each castmate’s Bachelor Nation bio & photo, and, as relevant, their Insta bio & photo. They also discuss the men’s answers to questions about their most roma…

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Joan’s Goldmen! Part 1 1:09:20

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After discussing the recent news about Devin (which includes discussion of domestic violence), Drs. Kay & Ray review Joan Vassos’ Men— 24 Goldmen vying for the inaugural Golden Bachelorette’s heart & hand! Combining bios with their first impressions from the premiere, Dr.s Kay & Ray discuss each castmate’s Bachelor Nation bio & photo, and, for thos…

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5.07 /// Alien Romulus: A worthy Alien movie?... 42:26

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Send us a text Can fan service ruin an otherwise brilliant film? Join me, Stephen, as I tackle this contentious question on today's episode of Infinite Prattle. We're diving headfirst into the highly anticipated Alien Romulus, where I share my complex feelings after watching it in theaters for the first time. While the film dazzled visually, especi…

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Award Show | Week of 9/9 | Who got TESTosterboned this week? 1:07:46

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Dr.s Kay & Ray review any and all of the reality TV they watched over the week, awarding moments and/or castmates with the 6 weekly awards (all with “test” in their titles)! And the TESTosterboned (most patriarchal) award gooooes to… whom? Or, what? Hint: this man from Love is Blind UK came up a few times… What about the opposite award, the Bechdel…

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Love is Blind UK Season 1 | Our First Full-Season Recap! 1:48:42

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Friends! We’re recapping AN ENTIRE SEASON of reality television in celebration of our first 50 episodes! In this approach to podding, Dr.s Kay & Ray are recapping the whole first season of the UK version of Love is Blind (streaming on Netflix)! --The international Love is Blind franchise features castmates getting emotionally intimate and then enga…

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5.06 /// My Controversial favourite 007 (and the seventh Bond you may not know about...) 21:40

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Send us a text Growing up with James Bond films as weekend TV staples, I, Stephen, found myself captivated by the world of espionage, gadgets, and suave sophistication. This episode of Infinite Prattle takes you through my childhood memories associated with the series, including my controversial pick for the best Bond—yes, I said ***************! I…

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Award Show | Week of 9/2 | Devin TESTosterboned Himself 36:03

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Dr.s Kay & Ray review any and all of the reality TV they watched over the week, awarding moments and/or castmates with the 6 weekly awards (all with “test” in their titles)! And the TESTosterboned (most patriarchal) award gooooes to… whom? Or, what? Hint: there can really only be one appcropriate awardee. What about the opposite award, the Bechdel …

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Bachelorette Jenn’s Finale | Jesse doing God’s & Devin’s work, and Producer Torture of Leads 51:16

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Dr.s Kay & Ray tackle the finale of Jenn’s Bachelorette season (21), attending to Devin’s sudden change in behavior following the proposals and to how their discussion of it went at After the Final Rose. Numerous aspects of production felt coercive of Jenn, and suggest the importance of producers recognizing & supporting their leads’ (and castmates…

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5.05 /// Parental Guidance... 21:09

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Send us a text Ever wonder if today's Gen Z is getting the same hands-on culinary education we did growing up? Reflecting on my childhood, I share cherished memories of learning to cook with my mum, where her practical kitchen philosophy—help out or stay out of the way—instilled in me essential cooking skills and an enduring passion for the kitchen…

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Award Show | Week of 8/26 | Hakeem is so much more 33:34

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Dr.s Kay & Ray review any and all of the reality TV they watched over the week, rewarding moments and/or castmates with their 6 weekly awards (all with “test” in their titles)! And the TESTosterboned (most patriarchal) award gooooes to… whom? Or, what moment? (Hint: one awardee seems to be preoccupied with being THE number one!) What about the oppo…

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Bachelorette, ep.s8 & 9 | Allegations, Fantasy Suites & The Jenn Menn Tell All 49:13

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Dr.s Kay & Ray start by discussing Bachelor Nation news, including the allegations against Marcus, and the social media activities of Devin. They go on to focus on The Bachelorette, with segments on episodes 8 & 9 of Jenn Tran’s season (21), discussing fantasy suites and the Men Tell All. ------------------------------------------------------------…

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5.04 /// Chores, Pocket Money, Memories and Life Lessons 23:38

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Send us a text Ever wonder how those Saturday morning chores and the pocket money you earned as a kid have shaped the person you are today? Join me on Infinite Prattle as I recount my own childhood experiences growing up in a semi-detached house in the UK. From the meticulous yet sometimes inconsistent way I tidied and organised my room to the broa…

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Award Show | Week of 8/19 | What’s up with Jeremy’s serial killer park? 38:38

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Dr.s Kay & Ray review any and all of the reality TV they watched over the week, rewarding moments and/or castmates with 6 awards (with “test” in their titles)! And the TESTosterboned (most patriarchal) award gooooes to… whom? Or, what? Hint: It has to be someone/thing new, now that the permanent installment has left our TVs! What about the opposite…

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S3 Ep2: Music, Manchester & a bit of the Midlands: Unearthing the Past with Sacha Lord 40:41

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Join Dr Michala Hulme for an unforgettable episode of Unearth the Past, where she sits down with the remarkable Sacha Lord, a Sunday Times best-selling author and world-renowned promoter. Learn about Sacha's exhilarating journey from the vibrant Manchester nightlife scene to helming iconic events like Park Life. You'll be captivated by tales from h…

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Bachelorette ep.7 & Love Island Reunion! | Producers felt Jenn was difficult to produce?? 51:54

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Dr.s Kay & Ray start with some updates from Bachelor Nation & Love Island, including the Mesnicks’ tea spill about the (arguably racially biased) information with which Bachelor producers were briefing date hosts during filming. Next, they cover episode 7 of Jenn Tran’s Bachelorette season (21), discussing hometown dates, HuJus, and the man huddle …

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5.03 /// Superpower Fantasies... 21:17

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Send us a text Ever wondered what makes the ultimate superhero? Let's imagine blending the best traits of Wolverine, Superman, and Cyclops to create an unbeatable force! What if you could have any superpower you desire? Join me as we explore the exhilarating world of superhuman abilities, from classics like invisibility and flight to the unique pow…

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Award Show & Guest Host | Week of 8/12 | Would you rather? 1:12:21

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Dr. Kay rounds out her solo week with a half episode award show, followed by a BRAND NEW SEGMENT with a BRAND NEW GUEST HOST! Check it out to find out what & who we’re talking about! As always, the TESTosterboned award goes to the most patriarchal moment or castmates from the past week in reality television, and, this week, Dr. Kay has three exampl…

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Bachelorette, ep.6 & Big Brother ep.s 1-12 | Sam I am is a Friggin’ Scam 42:43

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Dr. Kay goes solo for a week, while Dr. Ray visits London for a TSwift concert! Dr. Kay starts with some updates from pop culture, before covering episode 6 of Jenn Tran’s Bachelorette season (21), with a focus on Marcus’ trauma and Sam Mean’s disturbing behaviors. Dr. Kay also covers some examples of implicit racism and white fragility from Big Br…

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5.02 /// Desert Island Discs: My Top Five Albums... 22:35

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Send us a text Imagine being stranded on a desert island with only five albums to keep you company—what would you choose? Join me on this episode of Infinite Prattle as I reveal my top five Desert Island discs, starting with the game-changing "Bat Out of Hell" by Meatloaf and Jim Steinman. Discover the magic behind its record-breaking chart success…

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DOUBLE EPISODE | Week of 8/05 | Bachelorette ep.5 & HOTD ep.8 AND Mini-Award Show 50:52

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This week, Dr.s Kay & Ray were in Seattle for a work conference, so they recorded both episodes at once from the hotel room! They go through the usual segments, ranging from what producers would do if they were psychologists to sociopolitical topics that arose in the episodes. Then, they do a mini-award show, with a sole focus on the TESTosterboned…

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5.01 /// Welcome to Season Five / Alien: Romulus- my reserved excitement... 24:57

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Send us a text Have you ever wondered what it would be like to merge unscripted chatter with deeply under researched content? (I jest!) Welcome to Season 5 of Infinite Prattle! Which promises a rich mix of spontaneous discussions and insightful topics. We are going to talk about everything from personal heroes to fascinating what-if scenarios. Plus…

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Award Show | Week of 7/29 | Permanent Installment for the TESTosterboned award: who might it be? 46:54

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And the TESTosterboned (most patriarchal) award gooooes to… whom? Or, what? Hint: there is a permanent installment for this award… paired with a new honorable mention from New Jersey for Dr. Kay. What about the opposite award, the Bechdel TEST (most feminist)? Or the TESTimonial award (best confessional)? To which moments or whom did the other 5 aw…

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Bachelorette, ep.4 & House of the Dragon ep.s 1-7| "Matt is a Producer Plant" Theory 1:24:23

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Dr.s Kay & Ray start with some updates from pop culture, before they cover episode 4 of Jenn Tran’s Bachelorette season (21), discussing Dr. Kay’s extensive theory on why Matt is a PRODUCER PLANT, whose presence was planned from before the season started filming. They also address Sam “Mean”’s continued distressing behavior: his focus on control, l…

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Award Show | Week of 7/22 | “You have to be wary of those ones” 37:57

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Ariana Madix brought her full self into the Love Island finale, the best couple won (spoiler alert–winning couple discussed in this episode), and a previous Australian bachelorette issued a warning to Jenn Tran. All of these moments are amplified as Dr.s Kay & Ray dispense their 8 awards (all with “test” in their labels) to moments & castmates from…

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S3 Ep1: Comedy, Cranes and Cains: Unearthing the past with comedian Paul Smith 47:57

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Join Dr Michala Hulme on "Unearth the Past" as she unravels the incredible family history of Paul Smith, one of Britain's most loved comedians who is selling out arenas up and down the country with his hilarious Pablo tour. As Paul shares his journey, we explore his Irish heritage, which was discovered through an Ancestry DNA test. We also uncover …

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Love Island, ep.s 34-36 & Bachelorette, ep.3 | Sam Mean’s “Chaddish moment” & Sam Nice’s Accountability 56:05

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Dr.s Kay & Ray cover episode 3 of Jenn Tran’s Bachelorette season (21), and the final episodes (34-36) of season 6 of the US version of Love Island (although Love Island is discussed more in the award episode tomorrow). In terms of the Bachelorette, they discuss the dramas associated with Sam M(ean) & Sam N(ice), one of whom referred to himself as …

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Award Show | Week of 7/15 | Sibling Love… “You made a bit of a dick of yourself” 35:38

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One Love Island castmate’s brother said the castmate “made a bit of a dick of [him]self”, while another’s sister spoke to the sisterhood & feminist support this season. Both moments are amplified as Dr.s Kay & Ray dispense their 8 awards (all with “test” in their labels) to moments & castmates from the realiTV shows they watched this past week. And…

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Love Island, ep.s 29-33 & Bachelorette, ep.2 | Marcus is "Incredible" 1:05:20

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Dr.s Kay & Ray cover the latest episodes (29-33) from season 6 of the US version of Love Island. In terms of The Bachelorette, they discuss the second episode of Jenn Tran’s season, including the Devin & Thomas of it all, as well as the positives associated with Jenn’s organic feminism, and her time with Marcus, Dylan and Grant. Last, they discuss …

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Episode 35: Award Show | Week of 7/08 | "We haven't tested ourselves, yet" 53:33

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Dr.s Kay & Ray dispense their 8 awards (all with “test” in their labels) to moments & castmates from all of the realiTV shows they watched this past week. And the TESTosterboned (most patriarchal) award gooooes to… whom? Hint: Dr. Kay’s TESTosterboned award went to an entire segment of Love Island… What about the opposite award, the Bechdel TEST (m…

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Love Island, ep.s 22-28 & Bachelorette, ep.1 | Who is in your top 3 to win Jenn's final rose? 55:34

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Dr.s Kay & Ray discuss the rest of the fallout from Casa Amor, the new bombshell, & white lady tears, while covering the latest episodes from season 6 of the US version of Love Island. In terms of The Bachelorette, they discuss the first impression rose winner and the sports car fiasco. Psychology concepts include psychosomatic symptoms, dominance,…

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Meet the Jenn Menn! 1:07:27

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Drs. Kay & Ray review the Jenn Menn--the 25 men vying for Bachelorette Jenn Tran's heart & hand! Learn more about the men you noticed at the premiere for some more background info... Check out the PPT they're following, here, which includes the menn's Bachelor Nation bios & photos, their Instagram links, top bios, & top 6 photos! ------------------…

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Love Island, ep.s 16-23 & Bridgerton, ep.s 4-8 | Psychologist takes on Casa Amor 1:03:11

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Dr.s Kay & Ray discuss Casa Amor in Love Island USA’s latest episodes, including how Kordell didn’t understand the assignment and ultimately missed with Serena & how Aaron’s past experiences likely informed his reaction to Kaylor’s questions. They also discuss Serena’s past relational traumas and the utility of Relational Cultural Therapy. In addit…

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Award Show | Week of 6/24 | “Jackie is the gatekeeper to Margaret’s Arsenal” 44:50

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Dr.s Kay & Ray dispense their 8 awards (all with “test” in their labels) to moments & castmates from all of the realiTV shows they watched this past week. And the TESTosterboned (most patriarchal) award gooooes to… whom? Hint: Dr. Kay’s TESTosterboned award went to someone from Real Housewives of New Jersey (where Jackie & Margaret play), with an h…

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Love Island US, ep.s 9-15 & Bridgerton, ep.s 1-4 | Tell me you’ve been to therapy without telling me… 1:01:13

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For the “we spotted therapy” segment, Dr.s Kay & Ray discuss castmates whose behavior and language suggested they may have had therapy in the past. For example, in Love Island, JaNa’s use of “acting out” in a non-pejorative manner and her (self-)awareness around emotional expression may suggest prior therapy. What and who else? Dr. Kay & Dr. Ray di…

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Award Show | Week of 6/17 | What would make it a 5/5? If he was naked! 55:52

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Dr.s Kay & Ray dispense their 8 awards among all of the realiTV shows they watched this past week! ...and the TESTosterboned (most patriarchal) award goes to… could it be Harry & the Perfect Match men? The Love Island men? The Love Undercover men? Whom would you award it to this week? All of them? Fendi facts! What about the opposite award, the Bec…

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Perfect Match Finale! & Love Island, ep. 2-8 | Harry: charming, disarming, and alarming! 1:18:32

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SPOILER ALERT: Perfect Match Finale is discussed in some detail. DRINKING GAME: Number of times Dr. Kay uses the word "disturbing" :) Dr. Kay & Dr. Ray finish discussing Perfect Match, season 2, episodes 8-10! They also discuss the first 8 episodes of Season 1 of Love Island US. Dr.s Kay & Ray address the alarming behavior in the Perfect Match fina…

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4.23 /// Fleeting Fame: The Viral Video Journey... 24:53

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Send us a text Can a few seconds of internet fame change your life forever? This week on Infinite Prattle, we dissect the whirlwind world of viral videos and social media trends. From the Harlem Shake to the latest TikTok phenomena, we explore how these sensational moments shape our culture and language. Join me as we question whether the benefits …

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Award Show | Week of 6/10 | We don’t live our real lives because there’s a camera... 53:05

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“...We live our real lives and then there’s a camera.” as Paige DeSorbo said on part II of the Summer House reunion, in response to West’s confession that he couldn’t commit to Ciara because of the world of female Bravo fans that had opened to him. This, among other moments, ensured Paige won Dr. Kay’s “Bechdel TEST award” for taking up for Ciara! …

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4.22 /// The Digital Dilemma: Subscription Overload... 23:03

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Send us a text Ever find yourself overwhelmed by the ever-growing list of streaming subscriptions and miss the simplicity of owning physical media? This week's episode of Infinite Prattle springs from my recent reflections on this very dilemma. Fresh from an eventful weekend at the British Superbikes in Knock Hill, Scotland, and after wrestling wit…

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Perfect Match ep.s1-3 & The Valley Finale | Liquor, Lust, and Love Island 38:39

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Dr. Kay & Dr. Ray start discussing Perfect Match, season 2, episodes 1-3! They also discuss the finale of Season 1 of The Valley and episodes 1-2 of Season 3 of Love Island USA. They explore what producers, if they were psychologists, might have done differently, liquor-fueled interactions at Jax’s new bar–including Janet’s use of her pregnancy–Ari…

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MHCU 7: The Women of Summer House & The Central Relational Paradox 26:45

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Have you ever wished you could put your walls down completely and love wholeheartedly, but feared you’d get your heart broken? Maybe going slowly and cautiously into a relationship, like Gabby & Ciara in Summer House? Have you ever felt like you were better off single, because you’ve been burned one too many times? Or maybe you wonder if you’ve sta…

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MHCU 6: Gray Rocking & Love Bombing 7:14

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In this Mental Health Check-Up (MHCU), the 6th installment, Dr. Ray discusses the popular relational terms of gray rocking and love bombing, offering definitions, examples, and recommendations! Remember when Ariana referred to herself as Gray Rocking in response to Sandoval’s narcissistic behaviors? This is what she was talking about! If you're fin…

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4.21 /// From Station to Signal Boxes: My Journey in the Rail Industry... 22:28

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Send us a text What do you do when faced with the emotional turmoil of a loved one's health crisis while balancing a demanding career? This week's episode of Infinite Prattle takes you on a heartfelt journey as I record from the Stena line ferry amidst a week of intense personal and professional events. I open up about the harrowing experience of m…

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Award Show | Week of 5/27 | You just said the F word. On national television. To me. 1:05:58

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What reality tv moments & castmates did we dole out our awards to this week? As a part II regarding the week’s reality television, Dr. Kay & Dr. Ray awarded a smörgåsbord of awards to moments and castmates from all of the reality television they watched! Awards include castmates who show the most or least growth (TEST results), give the best confes…

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VPR Reunion pt.3 & The Valley ep.11 | All of this inappropriate disclosure of others' mental health & sexual activities?? 1:06:29

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No, thanks! Dr. Kay & Dr. Ray discuss the third and final portion of the reunion for Vanderpump Rules (VPR) Season 11, and episode 11 of The Valley season 1. They examine castmate jealousy over Ariana’s newly-granted power, which seems much stronger than potential jealousy over her recent financial developments. This jealousy seemingly manifested a…

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4.20 /// Reflections on COVID-19 and a global pandemic... 24:28

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Send us a text What does it feel like to live through a global crisis while protecting a loved one who is particularly vulnerable? We recount our personal journey during the COVID-19 pandemic, navigating the early days of uncertainty and the drastic shift to a remote work lifestyle. With my wife having cystic fibrosis, we took extreme precautions, …

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Award Show | Week of 5/20 | Who is the most or least grown? 39:23

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Hint: Kristen Doute is on The GOAT on Amazon Prime–did she get an award for most or least growth? As a part II regarding the week’s reality television, Dr. Kay & Dr. Ray dispense awards to moments and castmates from all of the reality television they watched! Awards include castmates who show the most or least growth (TEST results), give the best c…

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VPR Reunion pt.2 & The Valley ep.10 | The cage of patriarchy, indefinitely strengthened by hegemonic masculinity! 48:55

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Dr. Kay & Dr. Ray discuss the second portion of the Vanderpump Rules (VPR) Season 11 reunion, and episode 10 of The Valley season 1, including the effects of the cage built around us all by patriarchy, strengthened indefinitely by hegemonic masculinity. These negative effects of patriarchy harm all of us, regardless of gender, as evident on The Val…

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4.19 /// Unbelievable Facts! From Hippos swallowing cars to Time Dilation... 23:37

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Send us a text Prepare to have your mind stretched beyond the ordinary as we embark on an extraordinary adventure of discovery, where the weight of the internet's electrons and the astonishing size of a hippo's jaw are just the tip of the iceberg. Get ready to unravel the perplexing probabilities of birthday-sharing among groups, This episode promi…

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Award Show | Week of 5/13 | Amanda & all significant others are entitled to their own sense of purpose! 43:40

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As a part II regarding the week’s reality television, Dr. Kay & Dr. Ray dispense awards to moments and castmates from all of the reality television they watched! Awards include moments that are meanest (proTEST this mess!), the biggest fail (you’re TESTing me!) and the most mysterious (conTESTable). Whom/which moments won these awards from your per…

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