I migliori TOMMY & Rees podcast (2024)

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Pre Episode 15: Vince McMahon Allegations, Does someone's heinous acts, kill there accomplishments in life? 37:30

2M ago37:30

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This weeks' episode we talk about the latest Vince McMahon's allegations and if someone's heinous acts in life of like a Vince McMahon or Chris Benoit completely overshadow their life's accomplishments?Di TOMMY & Rees

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Do you have a critical inner voice? Plus forgotten actors enjoying a renaissance and your questions answered - SHRINK THE INBOX 51:18

2M ago51:18

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For the last episode of this season, team STB gets real with those pesky inner monologues (as promised in the Carrie: Sex and the City episode). Plus, what's the connection between 80s comedy-thriller Lovejoy and The Matrix? We explore actors who have come back from obscurity with aplomb. We want to hear about any theories we might have missed, wha…

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CARRIE BRADSHAW – How to fight the patriarchy and stop obsessing over relationships – SHRINK THE BOX 51:57

2M ago51:57

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In our final character episode of this season, we put Carrie from Sex and the City on the couch. Nemone looks at why Sex and the City hasn’t aged well, and Ben talks about diversity in the privileged, white world of the show. We get into Carrie’s shopping habit, low self-esteem, and why everyone in the show is SO obsessed with relationships, even t…

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JACKSON LAMB in SLOW HORSES: Do spies make the best therapists? – SHRINK THE BOX 49:55

3M ago49:55

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Ben and Nemone put Jackson Lamb from Slow Horses on the couch. Gary Oldman’s version of Mick Herron’s character has become household name, and you can see why. A man with many layers, a million secrets, and a lightning rod for other’s emotions – perhaps he is the perfect Freudian analyst. Nemone gives us a crash course in transference and counter-t…

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CAPTAIN HOLT of BROOKLYN 99: Neurodiverse, gay and battling racism – SHRINK THE BOX 47:52

3M ago47:52

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Ben and Nemone put Raymond Holt on the couch. We look at how this trailblazing policeman (the first black, gay police captain in the force) stands out from the rest of the precinct. We learn how family dynamics inform behaviour and what it takes to be a great leader. Nemone looks at a diagnosis of ASD or Asperger’s Syndrome for the captain, and Ben…

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Pre Episode 14: Red Flag Dating w/ Nonie D, Reyna Martinez, and Summir Skye. 52:36

3M ago52:36

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This episode we sit down with Nonie D, Reyna Martinez, and Summir Skye as they talk a little bit about each of their own relationships and some of the red flags they have been dealing with, with the guys currently in their lives. Join the conversation as It's Really A Podcast, Though!Di TOMMY, Nonie D, Reyna Martinez, Summir Skye

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SCHITT’S CREEK and Moira Rose: this is narcissism – SHRINK THE BOX 50:09

3M ago50:09

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Ben and Nemone put Moira Rose on the couch and take a deep dive into her narcissistic tendencies, and what effect that has on the rest of the Schitts. Nemone explains how narcissism is not as easy to spot as its widespread use would have you believe. We also discuss the collection of wigs that Moira keeps in her closet and why they are transitional…

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Explaining addicts' behaviour, ‘trapped’ dramas (Handmaid’s Tale) and your questions - SHRINK THE INBOX 50:37

3M ago50:37

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If characters in ‘trapped’ dramas escape, is that the end of the show? Ben and Nemone explore The Handmaid’s Tale and Severance as examples. Plus, Ben reacts to a listener’s ‘constructive’ feedback and Nemone explores Polyvagal Theory to explain why we might react in the way we do from childhood trauma. We want to hear about any theories we might h…

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THE WIRE’S Bubbles: How do you help an addict? – SHRINK THE BOX 52:05

3M ago52:05

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Ben and Nemone discuss The Wire’s ‘Bubbles’ aka Reginald Collins. An informant and heroin user, a man with a fragile support network who finds himself stranded while trying to forge closer bonds with those around him. Nemone tells Ben how unconditional love is the hardest thing to give an addict, and the key to helping them start their journey to s…

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PEAKY BLINDERS’ Polly Shelby: the silent observer in all of us – SHRINK THE BOX 49:26

4M ago49:26

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Ben and Nemone discuss Helen McCrory’s iconic Poly Shelby from Peaky Blinders. She’s a devout Catholic, but up to her neck in the murky world of bootlegging and murder. Nemone gets into the thorny question of how she might match those up, and reveals how each of us has a ‘silent observer’ inside. We also dive into the history of women’s rights in 1…

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ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK’S “Taystee”: Adoption, Child States and Attachment Theory – SHRINK THE BOX 49:23

4M ago49:23

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Ben and Nemone discuss Tasha Jefferson, aka Taystee, from Orange is the New Black. We get fascinating insights into child states and how difficult they are to escape; attachment theory and why prison can be a better alternative to living in the outside world. Expect to laugh and cry while reliving one of the early bingeable series on Netflix. And i…

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Pre Episode 13: See A Red Flag, Get The Fuck OUT! What’s The Key To A Happy Relationship? 2:02:08

4M ago2:02:08

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On this weeks' episode we talk about red flags and getting the hell out of dodge when you see them. Then we ask the question what is the key or keys to a happy relationship? Join the conversation!Di TOMMY, Rees, & GAIETY

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REESE WITHERSPOON and JENNIFER ANISTON’s Alex and Bradley tackle sexism and false selves on The Morning Show - SHRINK THE BOX 48:15

4M ago48:15

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Ben and Nemone put Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon’s The Morning Show characters, Alex and Bradley, on the couch. We ask how a person creates a false self at work, what makes Bradley break the mould and find out how Alex could ever have respect for her male boss in the middle of a #MeToo scandal. Stay tuned for more on false selves in our up…

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Addiction in “Euphoria”, Analysis vs. Therapy and Sir Salman Rushdie! - SHRINK THE INBOX 44:07

4M ago44:07

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Ben and Nemone answer your questions and explore your suggestions. They talk about whether they have any friends who are spies and explore some brilliant female led comedies you've either missed or forgotten. We want to hear about any theories we might have missed, what you’ve thought of the show so far and your character suggestions. Please drop t…

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Pre Episode 12: Holidays Aren’t The Same Anymore, Jonathan Majors Case, Could you be with someone who still has feelings for someone in their past? Our thoughts on the MCU! 2:15:38

4M ago2:15:38

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Now that we have the ladies we continue our conversation about the holiday spirit. We talk the craziness of the Jonathan Majors case and we ask the question on wether or not you could be with someone who has feelings for someone else?Di TOMMY & Rees

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TYRION LANNISTER knows how to play the Game...of Thrones SHRINK THE BOX 45:59

5M ago45:59

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Ben and Nemone put Tyrion Lannister from Game of Thrones on the couch. Tyrion doesn’t conform to society’s norms. How does he use that to his advantage? He’s booksmart, cunning and the most open-minded man in Westeros. This ‘half-man’ is, in fact, three times as impressive as any of his peers. We look into difference, diversity and skulduggery in t…

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Pre Episode 11: Celebrating the Holiday's? Religion vs Science whew! 1:05:54

5M ago1:05:54

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Pre Episode 10: Is wanting to have a kid with someone after the first time a red flag? Rees’s Movie Corner! What would the rap game be like if Drake never made it? 1:27:50

5M ago1:27:50

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SYDNEY from THE BEAR: when will she reach her boiling point? SHRINK THE BOX 49:38

5M ago49:38

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Ben and Nemone put sous-chef Sydney Adamu from The Bear into therapy. She helps whip the team at the restaurant into shape, she’s nurturing but anxious and riddled with self-doubt, not to mention a person of colour with the highest of ambitions in a profession dominated by white men. Mouthwatering, no? We want to hear about any theories we might ha…

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Pre Episode 9: Random Converstaions With The Guys... 1:35:22

5M ago1:35:22

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In this episode we get stupid high and talk about how do you self reflect to figure out if you're the problem in your relationship or vice versa, trauma bonds, video games, movies, and entertainment.Di TOMMY, Rees, Nonie D

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Pre Episode 8: Work Wives & Work Husbands in the workplace. Living Double Lives. Is Polygomy Cheating? Dark Energy/Mental Health 2:22:38

5M ago2:22:38

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This episode we dive into work place relationships, living a double life, polygamous relationships, dark thoughts, and some crazy world conspiracies and Jiggy goes crazy!Di TOMMY, Rees, Nonie D, & GAIETY

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Pre Episode 7: Marvel vs DC, Def Jam Fighting Games, Music Videos Are Important! 1:28:09

5M ago1:28:09

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Another episode of random thoughts about Marvel vs DC who would win, Bringing back Def Jam, The GRAMMY Predictions, Music Videos are they still important, and a little randomness at the end.Di TOMMY, Rees, & SoJiggy

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CHANDLER BING: could it BE any more complicated? SHRINK THE BOX 50:06

5M ago50:06

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Ben and Nemone put Chandler from Friends on the famous Central Perk couch to talk about his phobia of commitment, his attachment patterns and how he feels about mum AND dad putting on a black dress and trying to seduce one of your best friends. Expect doses of sarcasm, celebrity cameos and Janice’s laughter peppered throughout. We want to hear abou…

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Pre Episode 6: Relationships & The Value of Money!!! 1:08:20

5M ago1:08:20

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In this episode we talk about relationships and your partner understanding the value of money in a relationship.Di TOMMY, Rees, Reyna Martinez

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MICHAEL SCOTT invites you into The Office: SHRINK THE BOX 48:27

5M ago48:27

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Ben and Nemone stroll into The Office (USA). They consider the differences between Michael Scott and David Brent, explore ego and ask why some people think they’re funny (when they’re just not). We want to hear about any theories we might have missed, what you’ve thought of the show so far and your character suggestions. Please drop the team an ema…

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SHRINK THE INBOX 35:23

6M ago35:23

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Ben and Nemone answer your questions and explore your suggestions. They talk about whether they have any friends who are spies and explore some brilliant female led comedies you've either missed or forgotten. We want to hear about any theories we might have missed, what you’ve thought of the show so far and your character suggestions. Please drop t…

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LARRY DAVID: Curb star who falls out with everyone in SHRINK THE BOX 49:21

6M ago49:21

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He’s grumpy, belligerent, stubborn, filterless and has to win every single argument. We ask how Larry David has any friends left and why he is so concerned with manners, yet is rude to virtually everyone he meets. Plus, Ben and Nemone look at why some people find Curb Your Enthusiasm excruciating whilst others just can’t get enough of the hit show.…

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TOMMY SHELBY: We Peek Behind the Blinders in SHRINK THE BOX 51:13

6M ago51:13

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Gang dynamics, whether you can escape a criminal heritage and the physiological cause and effect of PTSD. Plus, race rigging, opium smoking and casual violence - all in a day's work for The Peaky Blinders. Here’s the article Ben mentioned by his sister Zadie Smith: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/1399593/My-father-the-accidental-hero.html W…

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CERSEI LANNISTER’s Power Behind the Throne: SHRINK THE BOX 47:39

6M ago47:39

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As Cersei says: ‘power is power’ and she’s got it in spades. We investigate how she becomes a master manipulator, and we take an honest objective look at her over-familiar relations with her brother Jaime. We want to hear about any theories we might have missed, what you’ve thought of the show so far and your character suggestions. Please drop the …

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FRASIER CRANE: Inside the mind of the Seattle psychiatrist on this week’s SHRINK THE BOX 51:01

6M ago51:01

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Where does Frasier’s snobbery originate from? Why does he revert to his ‘child state’ when around his father? And... the hidden story behind Frasier being a Freudian analyst and Niles (his brother) being a Jungian analyst. Plus, Ben and Nemone’s minds are blown when they realise a crazy coincidence with Frasier and Tony Soprano. We want to hear fro…

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5 Pre-Episodes Later... [Rees & TOMMY] 48:43

7M ago48:43

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These episodes are pre-premier episodes of what the podcast could be just us sharing our thoughts and discussing life and the things that we like. We lost the 1st 4 trial episodes... OOOPSSSSS! No format to the show quiet yet but we hope enjoy us just talking!Di TOMMY & Rees

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Introducing...Shrink The Box Series 2 1:12

7M ago1:12

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Ever wondered why Frasier Crane is such a snob? How Tyrion Lannister’s bawdy humour saves him in Game of Thrones? What makes Schitts Creek’s Moira Rose a narcissist? ‘Shrink the Box’ is where actor comedian Ben Bailey Smith and psychotherapist Nemone Metaxas put their favourite fictional characters such Tommy from Peaky Blinders and Sydney from The…

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Justin Tuck Interview, Notre Dame and New York Giants Great 12:53

1y ago12:53

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Former Notre Dame great Justin Tuck joins Nick Shepkowski to discuss Fighting Irish football halfway through the 2023 season. Why did he choose Notre Dame when he grew up in the heart of SEC Country? What are his thoughts on Marcus Freeman a year-and-a-half into his tenure? And should he have won at least one Super Bowl MVP instead of Eli Manning? …

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28: Shrink the Inbox 26:55

1+ y ago26:55

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BBC’s ‘Ghosts’ - we explore them further. We also ask if Homer Simpson is abusive and we answer your questions in this special bonus edition. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/shrink Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! We'd love to hear your comments and guest suggestions on the show. Email: shrinkthebox@sonymusic.co…

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27: Shrink the Inbox 28:53

1+ y ago28:53

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Ben’s close encounter with an obsessive fan. Plus we ask why writers create good-looking psychopaths and we explore your character suggestions in this special bonus edition. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/shrink Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Shrink The Box is a Sony Music Entertainment production. We'd love …

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26: The Bear - Carmen ‘Carmy’ Berzatto 52:28

1+ y ago52:28

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As Season 2 hits our screens, we reflect on the recipe that had everyone crying into their dinner, how Carmy and Ritchie approach grief differently and how advice from a Vietnamese Buddist Monk can be applied to a professional kitchen. The Bear is available to watch on Disney Plus. As ever, adult issues, language and spoilers will be sprinkled libe…

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25: Sex Education - Otis, Eric and Adam 49:26

1+ y ago49:26

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You’d think someone with two therapist parents would be golden. Why Otis is scared of sex. Plus what’s worse, having a parent who is strict or a smotherer? We look at what it’s like for the rest of the boys such as Eric, Adam and Jackson in the second of this two-parter on the hugely popular Netflix show. If you have been affected by any of the iss…

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24: Sex Education - Maeve Wiley 48:09

1+ y ago48:09

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What it’s like being called a ‘cock-biter’ - how Maeve is misunderstood and underestimated. Plus revenge porn, toxic friendships and fears or fascination around sex. In this two parter: we look at the girls first and what they face growing up in this hugely popular Netflix show. We'd love to hear your comments and guest suggestions on the show. Ema…

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23: Jamie Tovell - Top Boy 51:28

1+ y ago51:28

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Emotional contagion in gang culture is not the only issue driving this week's client. Does compartmentalising ruthless work and being a caregiver have ill effects? We delve into how grief can drive reckless decision-making to become Top Boy. If you have been affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode: For the UK, call SAMARITANS on 116…

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22: Mitch and Cam - Modern Family 48:43

1+ y ago48:43

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The difference between personality types: Feeler or Dealer. Plus why Mitch is so desperate to be one of the crowd and Cam wants to stand outside of it. We explore two of our favourite characters in more detail. If you have been affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode: For the UK, call SAMARITANS on 116 123 samaritans.org/how-we-can-…

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21: Wendy Byrde - Ozark 46:32

1+ y ago46:32

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What does infidelity say about a marriage? How can honesty in the face of money laundering keep a family together, and what sort of mother is Wendy? We learn how a wholesome American mum holds her nerve (and maybe even thrives) against a cartel. If you have been affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode: For the UK, call SAMARITANS on…

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20: Ghosts - Mike Cooper 45:41

1+ y ago45:41

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With special guest Kiell Smith-Bynoe who plays Mike in hit BBC comedy ‘Ghosts’. Ben and Sasha ask: is sharing your partner with a group of ghosts a metaphor for partnerships and what’s it like to act next to dead people? Plus, they take a look at why it's not just our upbringing that shapes us, but also the time we come from. Recorded Live at The P…

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19: Seinfeld - George Costanza 48:54

1+ y ago48:54

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What’s an anxious ruminator? What happens when self-blame is a way of life and how stationery can be lethal? We learn that there’s a little bit of George in all of us and how to keep it at bay. Our top ten George episodes (available on Netflix) Season 2, episode 4: The Phone Message Season 4, episode 10: The Contest Season 4, episode 15: The Shoes …

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18: Happy Valley - Catherine Cawood 49:43

1+ y ago49:43

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How anger can be a force for good, are we misusing the word ‘trigger’ and what happens when a birthday party turns into a domestic. We deep dive into the police sergeant’s life to see how she copes (or not). If you have been affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode: For the UK, call SAMARITANS on 116 123 samaritans.org/how-we-can-hel…

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17: Schitt’s Creek - David and Alexis Rose 54:32

1+ y ago54:32

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Ben and Sasha break down how the Schitt’s Creek siblings are fuelled differently, the different flavours of wine, and why quality time with the ones who love us most, trumps all. If you have been affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode: For the UK, call SAMARITANS on 116 123 samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan. Internat…

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16: The White Lotus - Tanya McQuoid 50:45

1+ y ago50:45

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Ben and Sasha ask why do some people behave like big babies (and why is it more obvious in wealthy people); why can trying to hold on to someone mean you actually push them away, and how can we learn to spot terrible mistakes heading in our direction? If you have been affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode: For the UK, call SAMARIT…

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15: Better Call Saul - Jimmy McGill 51:34

1+ y ago51:34

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Ben & Sash explore what makes a successful confidence trickster, and how Jimmy McGill is full of contradictions: criminal and yet kind. Plus, how it’s difficult not to slide back into old habits without the right support. If you have been affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode: For the UK, call SAMARITANS on 116 123 samaritans.org/…

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14: Shrink the Inbox 28:51

1+ y ago28:51

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Ben Bailey Smith and Sasha Bates delve into the Shrink the Box emails to answer questions, discuss new character suggestions and pick each other’s brains. This week: they muse on whether the Roy Family (Succession) could really do a group therapy session and Ben asks Sasha whether she ever dislikes her clients (and other tricky therapist conundrums…

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13: Shrink the Inbox 27:32

1+ y ago27:32

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Ben and Sasha delve into the Shrink the Box emails to answer questions, discuss new character suggestions and pick each other’s brains. This week: they wonder whether analysing a fictional character means you are analysing the writer too. Plus what it would be like to have a werewolf on the couch. If you have been affected by any of the issues disc…

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12: Succession - Shiv Roy 50:02

1+ y ago50:02

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Siobhan Roy has it all: a high flying career, a man who adores her, and a private jet at her disposal. And still it’s not enough. This week we explore the most dysfunctional of family dynamics, how power is mistaken for love, and why the need for parental approval... never quite goes away. Don’t forget to check out Season 1 of Succession to avoid s…

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