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Side-ology: Sanders Sides Through the Lens of Psychology

Join Amy and Tech, two "professional" Sanders Sides fans, as they look through the series past and present to discuss the characters, plots, and overall world of the series and how it all connects to psychology.
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Episodes

Ep. 20 - Speculation of Fander Fancies

Today on this finale to Side-ology schedule consistency, we take yet another look at the fandom, looking at various ideas amongst the Fanders and giving our thoughts. Is Virgil really a sweet baby boy? Is Logan's arc flawed due to a teddy bear? Could a Side go dark?

Feb 03, 20241 hr 21 minSeason 1Ep. 20

Ep. 19 - Where Do They Come From? Where Do They Go?

Today we take a look past the Sides and into their rooms. We've seen Virgil's and Patton's already but what are the others like? What might we find in them, and more interestingly, what effects may these rooms have on the other Sides?

Feb 02, 20241 hr 45 minSeason 1Ep. 19

Ep. 18 - How Human Are The Sides?

In this week's episode, Amy & Tech debate their views on how human the Sides are. Are they all capable of love? Could any have differing sexualities? And what do we think about the various fandom ships?

Feb 02, 20241 hr 53 minSeason 1Ep. 18

Ep. 17 - Fan Q&A

What are our goals for 2024? How do our Sides differ from Thomas'? And most importantly, has Amy seen the 1985 movie "Clue"? Find out these answers and more in our fourth Q&A!

Feb 02, 20241 hr 45 minSeason 1Ep. 17

Ep. 16 - To Nico, Or Not To Nico?

Last episode of the year, and we're talking about one of the more recent additions to Sanders Sides, Nico! What do the Sides think of him so far, and what did we think of the most recent Asides?

Feb 02, 20241 hr 25 minSeason 1Ep. 16

Ep. 15 - Wheel of Connections - Part 2

One week later and it's time for Part 2 of Wheel of Connections, where we spin a wheel of various Side pairings and discuss the status of their relationships. We have 8 more pairings, what might we learn?

Feb 02, 20241 hr 35 minSeason 1Ep. 15

Ep. 14 - Wheel of Connections - Part 1

Today begins a two-part journey of randomized analysis, as we spin a wheel of various pairings of the Sides. We'll discuss how they each started, the current standings of their relationship, and most importantly how they'd fair if forced to have dinner together.

Feb 02, 20241 hr 33 minSeason 1Ep. 14

Ep. 13 - Fan Q&A

What are our tips for when Maladaptive Daydreams take focus from other tasks? What do we think about applying disorders to the Sides, and more importantly, what are their favorite board games? Find out these answers and more in our third Fan Q&A!

Feb 02, 20241 hr 52 minSeason 1Ep. 13

Ep. 12 - A-Skoodely-Duke - A Study of Remus

It's time for our last solo Side Study (for now), ending off with Remus! How much motivation can we find in his few appearances? Is he calculated or chaotic, and does he regret any of his actions?

Feb 02, 20241 hr 39 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Ep. 11 - Dammit, Janus, I Love You - A Study of Janus

Time for yet another Side Study, and today we're looking at Janus! Is he really the villain people assume he is? What are his true intentions? And watch as Amy & Tech debate the psychology behind Janus and Roman's unkind exchange.

Feb 02, 20241 hr 58 minSeason 1Ep. 11

Ep. 10 - The Comfort in Comfort Character Cosplay

In today's Halloween Special, we talk about a big part of the fandom, cosplaying! What are some of the reasons that people find so much comfort in cosplay, and how might such a seemingly simple hobby benefit your mental health?

Feb 02, 202456 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Ep. 9 - On The Virge of Tears - A Study of Virgil

Another week, another Side study, and today we're looking at Virgil! How has he evolved since his first appearance? What's been causing him discomfort, and why is one of those things Patton?

Feb 02, 20241 hr 46 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Ep. 8 - Fan Q&A

What are Amy's headcanons for the Sides? What other media would Tech recommend to Fanders looking for similar content? PIZZA PREFERENCES? Find out these answers and more in our second Fan Q&A!

Feb 02, 20241 hr 26 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Ep. 7 - Sash of Insecurity - A Study of Roman

It's time for another Side Study, and today we're looking at Roman! Why does being Thomas' hero matter so much to him? What's hiding under that royal demeanor, and why has his attitude towards Janus changed in recent time?

Feb 02, 20241 hr 40 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Ep. 6 - When It Brains It Pours - A Study of Logan

Next up in our series of Side studies is our resident Crofter's addict, Logan! Why is it that he works so hard to be heard, what effect does it have on him when others don't give him that attention, and what would happen if he weren't there at all?

Feb 02, 20241 hr 29 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Ep. 5 - Patton The Back - A Study of Patton

Today we're starting (and somewhat testing) a series of episodes where we dive into the psychology behind the actions of each of the Sides, a character study analyzing how they affect others and how others affect them. In this episode we start with our favorite cookie-loving ball of repression, Patton!

Feb 02, 20241 hr 34 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Ep. 4 - Fan Q&A

What episode of Sanders Sides would Tech use to introduce someone to the series? Whose character development does Amy appreciate most? Find the answers to these questions and more today in our very first Fan Q&A!

Feb 02, 20241 hr 22 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Ep. 3 - Sanders Sides: A Continuous Maladaptive Daydream

This week we're looking into the fairly recently discovered world of Maladaptive Daydreaming. Amy & Tech discuss their personal experiences dealing with this phenomenon, and talk about how it all could change the way you view Sanders Sides.

Feb 02, 20241 hr 36 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Ep. 2 - Why Sanders Sides Is Better Than Inside Out

In this episode we compare Sanders Sides to one of it's original inspirations, Pixar's Inside Out. How do Riley's emotions stack up against the Sides? Which is the superior piece of mental health media?

Feb 02, 20241 hr 29 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Ep. 1 - Hello, Fellow Nerds

Welcome to Side-ology! Today we're easing into the podcast world by talking a bit about ourselves and our connection to Sanders Sides, while also explaining the workings and future of this podcast.

Feb 02, 20241 hr 22 minSeason 1Ep. 1

Side-ology - Trailer

Join Amy and Tech, two "professional" Sanders Sides fans, as they look through the series past and present to discuss the characters, plots, and overall world of the series and how it all connects to psychology.

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