Send us a textWhat exactly is fame? How does it affect the psyche of those who have it, those who want it, and those who are in awe of it? Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the psychology of fame, as well as an inevitable side effect, stalkers, and the various categories therein. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_PodcastIntro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollo...
Sep 19, 2023•1 hr 5 min
Send us a textWhen developing a psychological theory the question “what drives behavior” must be answered. For Frankl it was meaning, for Freud it was pleasure, and for Adler it was a will to power, it was social responsibility, belonging, family constellation and birth order. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss another psychological juggernaut, Alfred Adler. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguideton...
Sep 08, 2023•46 min
Send us a textWhen thinking of the Romani, commonly referred to as “gypsies” images of music, magic, and folklore are invoked. We may think of them as a carefree nomadic society that comes and goes as they please, but the reality is much different. The moving around was forced upon them, not chosen. The Roma are an incredibly oppressed culture to the extent of attempted genocide. Which seemingly has been left out of our histories. Join Dave and Greg as they explore the saddening, rich, and fa...
Sep 01, 2023•57 min
Send us a textWhat is causing an inordinate amount of people to take their lives in the beautifuly ominous forest at the base of Mt Fuji? Join Dave and Greg as they discuss Aokigahara, also known as the suicide forest, or sea of trees. Listen as they delve into the cultural dna that keeps suicide a real issue for some of the people of Japan.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_Po...
Aug 25, 2023•53 min
Send us a textAdhd is a disorder that affects both children and adults. It can cause issues with school, work, relationships, and self esteem. Join Dave and Greg as they explain what Adhd is…what it isn’t, and the causes, symptoms, and treatment. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_PodcastIntro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollow on Instagram at @13thwardsocialcl...
Aug 18, 2023•54 min
Send us a textBlanche Monnier, a French socialite that was locked away in a room for 25 years to be discovered emaciated, covered with insects and weighing 55lbs. Rosemary Kennedy, her lobotomy, and why she was kept hidden for decades. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the darker side of embarrassment, and shame through the lens of these tragic stories. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidet...
Aug 11, 2023•53 min
Send us a text1 in 166 thousand people have the capability of being a serial killer. What are the chances of two of these people meeting, falling in love, and beginning horrific reign of terror? As we learn in this episode the possibility exists. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the Ken and Barbie killers, Paul Bernardo and Karla Homolka, and explore the atrocities committed on young women, including their own family, and discover why one of them is free to walk among us. Support the s...
Aug 04, 2023•1 hr 1 min
Send us a textIn the late 19th century rumors had been spreading about the deplorable conditions in the countries mental institutions. A young woman, journalist Nelly Bly would fake insanity, have herself committed to the most notoriously dangerous asylum, and report her findings. This act of bravery would shine a light on the horrific conditions, and would create what we know now as investigative journalism. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the true account of Nelly Bly’s “Ten Days in a Ma...
Jul 28, 2023•52 min
Send us a textAs the mood in the street shifted fromLA summer fun to violence, gang culture, and mistreatment of the citizens the music changed with it. Music is a powerful force and is usually the reflection of an environment, but there is no question it can evoke strong emotions, but the actions people take are their own and can’t be blamed on artists…or can they? Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the campaigns against gangsta rap, in particularly to those of the police and C. Delore...
Jul 21, 2023•58 min
Send us a textShould we be worried if we find our child talking to someone or something that isn’t there? Imaginary friends are a social/psychological phenomenon where an interpersonal relationship takes place in the imagination as opposed to reality. Join Dave and Greg as they explore the fascinating world of imagined friends, why they are created, and when to be concerned.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapi...
Jul 14, 2023•43 min
Send us a textIn this episode Dave and Greg discuss the benefits and drawbacks of microdosing, and macrodosing psilocybin, also known as magic mushrooms. They talk about the way that the psychedelics reveal something about our subconscious as well as give examples of how these profound experiences change lives. They also discuss the psychological benefits and possibilities of treatment of mental disorders in the future.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on ...
Jul 07, 2023•49 min
Send us a textSome of the most poignant and Impactful stories ever written are holocaust narratives. They show both the worst and the best of humanity. Of all these stories one stands out to us as the most useful, and that is “Man’s Search for Meaning” join Dave and Greg as they discuss the insights of Viktor Frankl, a psychiatrist, author, and survivor. They will also discuss the tested theories of Frankl’s specific form of psychotherapy. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therap...
Jun 30, 2023•59 min
Send us a textDreams can be comforting, terrifying, insightful, or nonsensical, but does their content mean anything? Join Dave and Greg as they discuss dream analysis, and delve into the depths of the subconscious through the work of Freud, and Jung. They also will discuss their own theories on the interpretation of the unconscious messages we receive, and how useful the search of meaning can be in our every day lives.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on ...
Jun 23, 2023•58 min
Send us a textReactive attachment disorder happens when a child is neglected, abused, lacks stability, or could even be described as a deficiency of love. It can manifest in a variety of symptoms, but it may be best understood through the story of Beth Thomas. Join Dave and Greg as they try to better understand this disorder through this incredibly disturbing, and heartbreaking case.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconvention...
Jun 16, 2023•49 min
Send us a textMünchausen syndrome, or as its now known, factitious disorder causes a sufferer to repeatedly seek medical attention for falsified, exaggerated, or self inflicted Illness. Munchausen by proxy in most cases is abuse. Munchausen by proxy is Munchausen imposed on another, children being the most common victim. Join Dave and Greg as they unpack this phenomenon and try to better understand Munchausen and decide whether or not this should be considered a mental Illness, or if it’s som...
Jun 02, 2023•43 min
Send us a textHow we feel is a reflection of the stories we tell ourselves. If those stories lean positive we feel good, but more often than not the stories are negative, leaving us feeling down. We tend to think that events happen and we have an emotion. In reality that is missing a step. Something happens, we have thoughts about it, and then we have an emotion. Those thoughts will decide if that “something” is positive or negative. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss CBT and the interactive ...
May 26, 2023•1 hr 1 min
Send us a textIn late august 1989 Jose and Kitty Menendez were murdered by their own children. Was this a matter of self defense or an act of greed? In either case it is the ultimate betrayal. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the psychology of the infamous Menendez Brothers.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_PodcastIntro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollow on...
May 19, 2023•59 min
Send us a textWhen we think of urban legends it’s usually the few “warning” the many, but what do we call it when the many, those not in power tell a tale warning of the people in positions of authority? Listen as Dave and Greg discuss two conspiracy theories that take them down the rabbit holes of invisibility, time travel, mind control, monsters, and more. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguideton...
May 12, 2023•1 hr 5 min
Send us a textIn November 1978 in the jungles of Guyana over 900 lives would end in a mass suicide. Learn how these people, members of a dangerous cult, were manipulated to their demise by their charismatic, communist, drug addled leader. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the rise and fall of the infamous Jim Jones. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_PodcastIntro and Outr...
May 05, 2023•1 hr 10 min
Send us a textOn todays podcast we discuss Rasputin. Born a peasant, he became a mystic, and inexplicably the most influential man in Russia. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss his mysterious life, and the duality of his nature. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_PodcastIntro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollow on Instagram at @13thwardsocialclub and visit https...
Apr 28, 2023•48 min
Send us a textHave you ever felt like you aren’t good enough, or everybody has it figured out and you don’t? We all have anxieties and insecurities, and sometimes doubt our abilities. Whether it is in our work, or hobbies we often fear being exposed as a fraud. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss imposter syndrome and have an honest discussion about the phenomena and their own experiences with it.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: ...
Apr 21, 2023•52 min
Send us a textSelf Deceit is something we all do as a natural function of human behavior.We convince ourselves that we are better, or worse than we actually are. Knowledge, responsibility, and freedom are typically thought to be positive concepts, but are they actually the downfall of humanity? Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the “fall of man” as described in Milton’s “Paradise lost” and Camus’ “The Fall”. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on...
Apr 14, 2023•49 min
Send us a textThere are few things that get to the core of our fear like a panic attack. That could be because more often than not the attack comes without warning, or reason. We can easily develop a fear of fear. Join Dave and Greg as they talk about the symptoms and causes as well as treatments, tips, and prevention of Panic attacks/disorder.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN...
Apr 07, 2023•42 min
Send us a textViruses, and disease create intense fear and can shape the way we treat each other. Join Dave and Greg as they try to understand the complexity of microphobia through the lens of Poe’s “The Masque of the Red Death” in this special literary episode.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_PodcastIntro and Outro music by 13th Ward Social ClubFollow on Instagra...
Mar 31, 2023•52 min
Send us a textThe Pied Piper, the legend that became a fairytale, working its way into pop culture, and somehow continues to remain relevant for centuries, but is it a true story? Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the dark folklore, lessons, and try to better understand why this tale has stood the test of time. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_PodcastIntro and Outro mus...
Mar 24, 2023•43 min
Send us a textThe Amish are a “radical” Protestant offshoot known for their plain dress, hard work, and rejection of modern technology. They also believe that before you are baptized you should be sure that you choose the faith rather than the faith choosing you. From ages 16-21 Amish adolescence are encouraged to take part in a rite of passage called Rumspringa. They will sample the English ways and decide which path is right for them. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss whether or not this i...
Mar 17, 2023•47 min
Send us a textShamrocks, shenanigans, shillings, and shillelaghs…another holiday is upon us, and keeping with tradition this episode will discuss the surrounding folklore. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the mythical Irish entities known as Leprechauns on this St. Patrick’s day special. Listen as they try to connect the lore to psychology and in the end reveal what is actually at the end of a rainbow.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Ins...
Mar 10, 2023•47 min
Send us a textBetween the years 1990-1998 Dr. Jack Kevorkian assisted in the suicide of 130 patients. Kevorkian sparked a national conversation about an individual’s right to not only live on their own terms, but to die as well. Death with dignity was his goal. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the theological, secular, legal, and philosophical debate that is the ethics of euthanasia.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventi...
Mar 03, 2023•55 min
Send us a textOur culture has become obsessed with the idea of staying young and attractive. Amplified by social media this obsession has become damaging to mental, relational, and physical health. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the psychological phenomena of Peter Pan and Dorian Gray syndrome. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_PodcastIntro and Outro music by 13th War...
Feb 24, 2023•49 min
Send us a textRecently, and locally, police responded to an unspeakable tragedy involving a mother and her three children. While realizing, and acknowledging that we are men and could never understand all the intricacies and nuance of a complicated disorder such as postpartum depression or psychosis, we felt it necessary to do our part in breaking the stigma. Join Dave and Greg as they attempt to better understand the incredibly complex topic of postpartum mental health.Support the showFollow...
Feb 17, 2023•43 min
