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The Arkham Sessions, Episode 23 "Fear of Victory"

The Arkham Sessions: Psychology of Batman & More

Release Date: 06/20/2014

Episode 241 Episode 241 "Harley Quinn: Bensonhurst"

The Arkham Sessions: Psychology of Batman & More

Feeling abandoned by her friends, Harley Quinn decides to visit her parents in her hometown. Though Harley's mom and dad seem welcoming and loving, glimpses into her childhood memories reveal a highly stressful upbringing and a toxic home environment.

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Episode 240 Episode 240 "WonderCon 2025: Analyzing Arkham Asylum"

The Arkham Sessions: Psychology of Batman & More

Is the Joker actually “insane”? Does Two-Face have “multiple personality disorder” by today’s standards? From an ethical perspective, do Gotham’s rogues belong in prison or in rehab? In works like The Penguin, Joker: Folie a Deux, and Batman: White Knight, DC villains have brought "main character energy" to life, proving themselves as enduring figures in media storytelling—but just how well do these baddies depict the mental health landscape of today, and is there anything wrong with celebrating villain vibes? Media psychologist Drea Letamendi, Ph.D....

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Episode 239 Episode 239 "Harley Quinn: A Seat at the Table"

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Harley's psychological safety is thwarted, by none other than her abusive ex, the Joker.

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Episode 238 Episode 238 "Harley Quinn: L.O.D.R.S.V.P."

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Harley Quinn is finally asked to attend a "Prospective Member's Party" at the Legion of Doom's headquarters. Poison Ivy, however, worries that her best friend's fixation on Gotham City's villainous social group is misguided.

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Episode 237 Episode 237 "Harley Quinn: The Line"

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Episode 236 Episode 236 "Harley Quinn: You're a Damn Good Cop, Jim Gordon"

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As Harley Quinn masterminds strategies to get the attention of the Legion of Doom, Commissioner Jim Gordon of the Gotham City Police Department shows signs of mental exhaustion.  To help the people and animals displaced by the wildfires in California, please donate to the American Red Cross and Pasadena Humane by joining our or by purchasing merchandise from our . All proceeds between the publishing of this podcast and the end of February 2025 will go directly to those organizations.

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Episode 235 Episode 235 "Harley Quinn: Being Harley Quinn"

The Arkham Sessions: Psychology of Batman & More

In a memorable episode of DC's Harley Quinn series, Harley suffers a paralyzing identity crisis. With the help of Dr. Psycho's telepathic powers, Harley learns about her "stuck points," which are strong beliefs about oneself that can prevent recovery from trauma.

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Episode 234 Episode 234 "The Penguin"

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Set immediately after the events that take place in The Batman (2022), The Penguin a gripping and disturbing showcase of Oz Cobb's self-serving, Machiavellian pathology as he ascends the mob underworld of Gotham City. 

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Episode 233 Episode 233 "Harley Quinn: Finding Mr. Right"

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As she continues to learn the ropes of becoming a supervillain in Gotham City, Harley Quinn seeks an important aspect of gaining bad-guy credibility: A nemesis! 

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Episode 232 Episode 232 "Harley Quinn: So, You Need a Crew?"

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Harley starts to realize that hard work alone will not get her far. In her attempts to recruit henchmen, Harley discovers that even amidst the lawlessness and savagery of Gotham's criminal society, there are unspoken rules, favors, and loyalties that keep her from advancing in her "career." 

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The menacing, sadistic villain Scarecrow escapes from Arkham Asylum and targets all of Gotham's star athletes. But Scarecrow's fear-inducing crimes are actually not the highlight of this episode. Rather, it's the sudden onset of Robin's panic attacks, his struggle to overcome his fears and Batman's surprising expertise in anxiety treatment that take center ring in this satifying episode!

Did you know that most of us will experience a panic attack at some point in our lives? And over 11% of people will suffer from panic attacks to the point that it interferes with their ability to function.

Did you also know which superhero happens to be an expert on panic attacks? Batman! In this episode of The Arkham Sessions, we discuss the episode “Fear of Victory” from Batman: The Animated Series.



Read More: The Arkham Sessions: The Psychology Of 'Fear Of Victory' | http://comicsalliance.com/arkham-sessions-fear-of-victory-podcast/?trackback=tsmclip

Did you know that most of us will experience a panic attack at some point in our lives? And over 11% of people will suffer from panic attacks to the point that it interferes with their ability to function.

Did you also know which superhero happens to be an expert on panic attacks? Batman! In this episode of The Arkham Sessions, we discuss the episode “Fear of Victory” from Batman: The Animated Series.



Read More: The Arkham Sessions: The Psychology Of 'Fear Of Victory' | http://comicsalliance.com/arkham-sessions-fear-of-victory-podcast/?trackback=tsmclip

Did you know that most of us will experience a panic attack at some point in our lives? And over 11% of people will suffer from panic attacks to the point that it interferes with their ability to function.

Did you also know which superhero happens to be an expert on panic attacks? Batman! In this episode of The Arkham Sessions, we discuss the episode “Fear of Victory” from Batman: The Animated Series.



Read More: The Arkham Sessions: The Psychology Of 'Fear Of Victory' | http://comicsalliance.com/arkham-sessions-fear-of-victory-podcast/?trackback=tsmclip

Did you know that most of us will experience a panic attack at some point in our lives? And over 11% of people will suffer from panic attacks to the point that it interferes with their ability to function.

Did you also know which superhero happens to be an expert on panic attacks? Batman! In this episode of The Arkham Sessions, we discuss the episode “Fear of Victory” from Batman: The Animated Series.



Read More: The Arkham Sessions: The Psychology Of 'Fear Of Victory' | http://comicsalliance.com/arkham-sessions-fear-of-victory-podcast/?trackback=tsmclip