Freudian Scripts

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

Booster Session with “Inside Out 2”

October 24, 2024 • 40 mins
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In Mini Session: Suicide in the Media

September 13, 2024 • 40 mins
In honor of Suicide Prevention Month, Dr. Sam and Dr. Fran by taking a look at how suicide is portrayed in film and television.
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In Mini Session with Social Media

August 22, 2024 • 52 mins
Bonjour, Freudian Scripters! Get ready to double-tap on this episode as Dr. Sam and Dr. Fran dive into the psychology of social media. Today, we’re putting Emily in Paris and Not Okay on the couch to explore how social media impacts our emotions, behavior, and mental health. As the Olympics wrap up in France, we’re taking a fun and timely look at American women trying to make it big as influencers in Paris. First up, we have Emily ...
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In Session with “Inside Out”

August 8, 2024 • 55 mins
Join us for an emotional rollercoaster as Dr. Sam and Dr. Fran put Inside Out on the couch.
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Real or Reel? The “Serial Killer” Gene

July 25, 2024 • 48 mins
Dr. Sam and Dr. Fran introduce a new session: Real or Reel? Join as they uncover the truth behind the infamous “Serial Killer” gene.
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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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