Wit and Reason with Alex and Dr. Alexis

Performers do more than entertain. Whether comedians, musicians, theater artists, or athletes, they challenge the status quo, spark joy, and reflect the struggles we all face. In this episode of Wit and Reason with Alex & Dr. Alexis’ Therapy or Trash series, we dive into the psychology of touring, the resilience of live performers, and the ways audiences benefit from their courage to show up on stage.

Through stand-up comedy...

From viral TikToks calling every guy a narcissist to comment sections telling strangers to “leave him now,” the internet is full of armchair therapists handing out diagnoses without context. In this episode of Therapy or Trash, Dr. Alexis Moreno and therapist Alex Honigman dissect the rise of the “Diagnostic Divas” — people with no credentials making sweeping judgments about relationships based on a single clip. They break down the...

Adult friendships can be lifelines—or emotional sinkholes. But when a friendship starts feeling more draining than supportive, do you walk away, set boundaries, or push for deeper connection?

In this episode of Wit and Reason’s Therapy Or Trash series, Dr. Alexis Moreno and Alex Honigman react to viral videos on friendship, vulnerability, neurodivergence, and emotional intelligence. They dig into whether ghosting, redefining bou...

A group called Return to the Land (RTTL) is creating a whites-only settlement in the Ozarks, requiring members to prove “European ancestry,” identify as straight, Christian, and exclude Jewish people, Black people, immigrants, and LGBTQ+ individuals. This isn’t just racism—it’s an organized attempt to build a high-control community using legal loopholes, cult-like psychology, and social fear.

In this episode of Wit and Reason, thera...

In this special re-release, Dr. Alexis and Alex revisit their powerful conversation with Freddie Bell, founder of A Gift from Glenn, recorded just days after the January 2025 LA wildfires began.

Freddie shares raw insights from the frontlines of disaster response—from distributing aid to realizing mental health was the missing emergency service. This episode is a reflection on trauma, grief, vicarious exhaustion, and what commun...

In this engaging podcast episode, join host psychologist Dr. Alexis and therapist Alex Honigman, LICSW, as they delve into the intricate connections between mental health, activism, and emotional recovery following the 2024 U.S. elections. Drawing from their expertise as mental health professionals and their shared journey as activists, they provide practical strategies for managing anxiety, processing grief, and fostering resilien...

In this engaging podcast episode, join host Dr. Alexis as she engages in a heartfelt conversation with her business and life partner, Alex Honigman, LICSW. Together, they delve into the essential role of mental health support in navigating the intense pressures of the entertainment industry.

Tune in as Dr. Alexis shares their unique journey and offers compelling stories about working closely with actors, musicians, and other enterta...

In this captivating podcast episode, join Dr. Alexis Moreno as she sits down for an enlightening radio interview with the renowned psychologist, Dr. Ali Mattu. Together, they delve into the fascinating world of media psychology and its influence on our lives. 

Listen as Dr. Ali opens up about his childhood and shares heartwarming anecdotes of how media and his work with his clients has impacted his life as a psychologist. D...

The media doesn’t have a great track record for accurately or even compassionately representing mental illness. But today, we have the pleasure to talk with close friends, writers, and producers, Dara Sanandaji and Freddie Bell. Dara shares what it’s like to live and function in today’s world with mental illness and has partnered up with Freddie to create "Breaking the Silence" a refreshingly open and honest documentary about Dara'...

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WIT & REASON WITH DR. ALEXIS MORENO

Our Wit & Reason therapist, Rueben Steele and Dr. Alexis dive into drive and answer, What is a Healthy Sex Drive? We're not here to characterize levels or brands of sexuality as pathological or "bad" instead we would like for you to use this show as a guide to help you increase your ability to figure out what's healthy, sexy, and compatible for you.

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WIT & REASON WITH DR. ALEXIS MORENO

Eating disorders can affect anybody. Around 30 million people in the United States have an eating disorder with anorexia being associated with one of the highest mortality rates of psychiatric disorders. Several celebrities including Demi Lovato, Paula Abdul, Russell Brand, Lady Gaga, Alanis Morissette, Princess Diana, Elton John, & Jane Fonda, have used their platform to let othe...

WIT & REASON WITH DR. ALEXIS MORENO

Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death among 10 to 24-year-olds. Approximately 20% of kids have seriously considered suicide within a one year period here in the US. This may be a passing thought that happens once or something that a child may be thinking about more actively. How do you have a conversation about emotions, mental health, and concerning behaviors with the teens in yo...

Mindfulness & Therapy with Den, George, & Zhassulan (Jazz)

In this interview, Dr. Alexis meets with three Mindfulness Teachers from Ukraine on the evening of March 4, 2022. Den, George, & Zhassulan describe what it has been like for them as mental health professionals living in Ukraine during Putin's and Russia's invasion, their experience leaving Ukraine, and their ongoing work in spreading kindness and compas...