Pop Culture Case Study
Film and Psychology

The Fast and the Furious and Risk Taking Behavior

vroom vroom

Episode Notes

In this episode, just in time to go see Furious 7, Dave reviews the “classic” that started it all, The Fast and the Furious.  Instead of focusing on the obvious, Family, Dave discusses the inappropriately risk behavior of pretty much every single character in the movie.

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Shaun of the Dead and Change

grr argh

Episode Notes

In this episode, Dave deals with his separation anxiety from the United Kingdom by watching Shaun of the Dead.  He takes a closer look at how the main character changes throughout the film.  To do this, he ties it to the Stages of Change.

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The Matrix and the Status Quo Bias

The good one!

Episode Notes

In this episode, Dave discusses a science fiction classic, The Matrix.  To deeper understand how difficult the choice of red pill vs. blue pill would be in reality, he shares some information on the status quo bias.  Britt returns with another episode of fangirl fixation and the Top 5 AI movies of all time!

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Memento and Anterograde Amnesia

I forget...

Episode Notes

In this episode, Dave has a special guest, Michael from War Machine vs. War Horse !  They discuss Memento after Dave details the psychological literature on Anterograde Amnesia.  Also, Britt and Dave talk about Guy Pearce.

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Howl’s Moving Castle and Impression Management

Bale Supremacy

Episode Notes

In this episode Dave talks about Howl’s Moving Castle and how our thoughts and evolution affect how we present ourselves, also called impression management.  Britt joins him for Fangirl Fixation, or an excuse to gush about Hayao Miyazaki!  

Fangirl Fixation: 0:03:25

Impression Management: 0:22:29

Howl’s Moving Castle: 0:41:55

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The Graveyard Book and Attachment

More Gaiman

Episode Notes

In this episode, Dave discusses another Neil Gaiman work, The Graveyard Book.  He also asks the question, how does a child raised by ghouls and ghosts adjust and attach to parental figures?  Britt joins him for the main discussion and the Top 5 Neil Gaiman projects.  

Introduction: 0:00:37

Attachment: 0:04:54

Graveyard Book: 0:26:37

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Guardians of the Galaxy and Bonding in Stressful Situations

Best marvel?

Episode Notes

In this episode, Dave invites a special guest, JD from the InSession Film Podcast to talk about Guardians of the Galaxy.  Dave also discusses whether or not stress helps people bond more quickly.  Dave and Britt talk about the awesomeness that is Rocket Raccoon!   Listen!

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The Sandman Volumes 9 & 10 and Mourning

Sad Day

Episode Notes

In this episode, Dave finally finishes the epic comic book collection of Neil Gaiman’s The Sandman.  He finds the ending completely satisfying, which is a rarity.  Dave also talks about spoilers!, mourning, due to how this satisfying ending concludes.  Dave also chats with Britt about Death, you know, the character.  Enjoy!   Listen!

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Fangirl Fixation Minisode

Friendly neighborhood...

Episode Notes

In this episode, Chano and Britt discuss the pros and cons of Spiderman being part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.  Dave, sadly, had to moderate.  Enjoy!   Listen!

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Playing By Heart and Heartbreak

Perfect movie?

Episode Notes

In this episode, Dave reviews a movie close to his heart, Playing by Heart.  All star cast, romance, music, great acting, good writing, why didn’t this make more money again?  Instead of focusing on the romance, Dave discusses the heartbreak in between the page of the script.

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