Freudian Scripts

The podcast where Dr. Sam and Dr. Fran put your favorite TV shows and movies on the couch and analyze the way psychology is portrayed on our screens

Episodes

Second Opinion on Couples Therapy

July 11, 2024 • 35 mins

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In Mini Session with Reality TV

June 20, 2024 • 41 mins

Are you ready for the most DRAMATIC episode of Freudian Scripts yet? Join Dr. Sam and Dr. Fran on the latest Reel Rounds mini-session as they dive into the scandalous world of reality television.

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In Session with “Barbie”

June 6, 2024

Join Dr. Sam and Dr. Fran as they discuss the Barbie movie, reviewing Barbie's feelings, expectations, perceptions, and identity. Did you know that while you listen to this session, 3,738 Barbies will be sold?!

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Welcome Back Second Opinion with “Mr & Mrs Smith” & “Freaky Friday”

May 23, 2024

Dr. Sam and Dr. Fran are thrilled to launch the 5th season of Freudian Scripts with a Second Opinion mini-session on Freaky Friday and Mr. & Mrs. Smith!

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In Session with “The Nightmare Before Christmas”

December 22, 2023 • 42 mins

What's this?! Join Dr. Sam and Dr. Fran for a special holiday session about identity and holiday spirits!

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In Mini Session with True Crime

November 3, 2023 • 38 mins

Join Dr. Sam and Fran as they explore why we like true crime through the lens of Only Murderers in the Building and Based on a True Story.

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In Session with “Suits” and “Billions”

August 17, 2023 • 38 mins

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In Session with “Wednesday”

July 20, 2023 • 70 mins

Join Dr. Sam and Dr. Fran as they discuss individual and family therapy in the Addams Family's world.

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In Mini-Session with School Psychology

July 6, 2023 • 38 mins

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Celebrating 50 Sessions with “50 First Dates”

June 15, 2023 • 52 mins

Join Dr. Sam & Dr. Fran as they launch their 50th session featuring the romcom, 50 First Dates!

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In Session with “The Patient”

June 1, 2023 • 68 mins

This week Dr. Sam and Dr. Fran discuss what happens when a psychologist is kidnapped by a murderous patient who demands therapy. They review potential diagnoses, treatment approaches, and even a family therapy session.

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In Session with “Everything Everywhere All At Once”

May 18, 2023 • 68 mins

Join Dr. Sam & Dr. Fran on a journey through identity, intergenerational family dynamics, and the multiverse. The award-winning movie Everything Everywhere All At Once is on the couch this week!

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Welcome Back Second Opinion with “The Bear” & “AP Bio”

May 4, 2023 • 28 mins

Dr. Sam and Dr. Fran are back with a new season and a new Second Opinion mini-session. We discuss heated relationships from the TV shows, The Bear and AP Bio.

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In Mini-Session with “Evil”

October 31, 2022 • 34 mins

Dr. Sam and Dr. Fran present a spooky Reel Rounds mini-session on psychology and exorcisms through the lense of the show Evil.

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Booster Session with “The Flight Attendant”

September 9, 2022 • 40 mins

Join Dr. Sam and Dr. Fran for a Booster Mini-session with The Flight Attendant back on the couch!

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In Mini-Session with “Top Gun” and “Top Gun: Maverick”

August 18, 2022 • 38 mins

This week Dr. Sam and Dr. Fran present a Reel Rounds mini-session focused on the Top Gun movies. We introduce Personality Psychology and discuss personality traits that may be common among fighter pilots.

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In Session with “The Flight Attendant”

August 4, 2022 • 59 mins

Dr. Sam and Dr. Fran discuss a flight attendant's experience with trauma, substance use, and catching a murderer.

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In Session with “Dear Evan Hansen”

July 14, 2022 • 63 mins

Join Dr. Sam & Dr. Fran as they discuss a tale of teenage mental health, re-invention that goes too far, and meaningful lyrics.

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Celebrating Two Years!

June 30, 2022 • 44 mins

Join Drs. Sam and Fran as they review the second year of the podcast!

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In Session with “Turning Red”

June 16, 2022 • 63 mins

Dr. Sam and Dr. Fran analyze a cute and cuddly coming of age story. Join as we discuss teen development, relationships, and emotions.

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Freudian Scripts

Episodes

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In Session with “Barbie”

Welcome Back Second Opinion with “Mr & Mrs Smith” & “Freaky Friday”

In Session with “The Nightmare Before Christmas”

In Mini Session with True Crime

In Session with “Suits” and “Billions”

In Session with “Wednesday”

In Mini-Session with School Psychology

Celebrating 50 Sessions with “50 First Dates”

In Session with “The Patient”

In Session with “Everything Everywhere All At Once”

Welcome Back Second Opinion with “The Bear” & “AP Bio”

In Mini-Session with “Evil”

Booster Session with “The Flight Attendant”

In Mini-Session with “Top Gun” and “Top Gun: Maverick”

In Session with “The Flight Attendant”

In Session with “Dear Evan Hansen”

Celebrating Two Years!

In Session with “Turning Red”

Popular Podcasts

Second Opinion on Couples Therapy

In Mini Session with Reality TV