Therapists Talk TV

Saba Harouni Lurie (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Owner and Founder of Take Root Therapy) and Danny Haloossim (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Psychotherapist) are two best friends who pick a show, watch it together, and tell you about it through the lens of friendship and therapy.

Squid Game 11/22/2021

Squid Game Join Saba, Danny, and special guest Grace Jung, host of K-Drama School, as they discuss the Netflix series Squid Game. They address the debate about subtitles vs dubbing, consider what motivates the different characters (beyond money), and apologize to John Cusack. /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/21240029

Ted Lasso 11/04/2021

Ted Lasso In this episode, Saba is joined by Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Hannah Hopkins, and AV Club Editor and Producer, Marah Eakin, to discuss the Apple TV Plus series, Ted Lasso. They explore the different romantic relationships and friendships depicted in the show, discuss what makes this show so lovable, and ponder Nate’s character and all the spit on mirrors. /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/21054593

Together Together 10/14/2021

Together Together Saba and Danny review the movie “Together Together.” Listen in to hear the two of them explore the topic of surrogacy (including an agreement made between the two of them many years ago), celebrate non-romantic love, and consider what a happy ending would look like for this story. /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/20820866

Schmigadoon 09/09/2021

Schmigadoon In this episode, Saba and Danny review the Apple TV+ series, Schmigadoon. Join them to find out if they break out in song like the inhabitants of Schmigadoon! They also consider how a musical in a traditional style but set in 2021 tackles topics like race, homosexuality, and religion. Also, find out what musical Saba and Danny would want to live in! /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/20423420

White Lotus 09/02/2021

White Lotus Join Saba and Danny as they discuss the HBO series, White Lotus. They consider the themes of power and privilege, how relatable the different characters are, and marvel at the gift that Jennifer Coolidge is. /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/20352026

Special 08/12/2021

Special In this special episode Saba and Danny are joined by their special guest Janet Shiver, as they review both seasons of the Netflix series, Special. Topics include the depiction of codependent relationships, racism, ableism, and lube. /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/20122250

Luca 08/05/2021

Luca Join Saba and Danny as they discuss the Disney Pixar animated film, Luca. They consider if it is, in fact, a coded queer love story, discuss the cat Machiavelli, and talk about jealousy vs compersion (the opposite of jealousy). /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/20049017

Dummy 07/15/2021

Dummy In this episode Saba and Danny review the Roku original, Dummy. They theorize about the sex doll Barbara and if it is in fact a projection of Cody (and what it could mean if it wasn’t), they consider the charged and strange scene between the sex doll and 14-year-old boy, and discuss why and when one would self-sabotage. /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/19822247

Hacks 07/08/2021

Hacks They're back! Join Saba and Danny as they discuss the HBO Max Show, Hacks. They consider the theme of forgiveness in the show, define the term "hack," and reveal what they've been up to during their hiatus. /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/19751132

I Will Make You Mine 05/29/2021

I Will Make You Mine Saba and Danny are joined by a very special guest, Lynn Chen, to discuss the film she wrote, directed, produced, and acted in: I will Make You Mine. They explore the themes of unrequited love/fantasy, consider what makes Goh irresistible, and talk about finding your second act. /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/19285892

Made for Love 05/20/2021

Made for Love Join Saba and Danny as they discuss the HBO Max series, Made for Love. They try to answer the hard question of if we are, in fact, made for love, discuss relationships with synthetic partners (and what it takes to be in relationship with another), and reminisce about the days before social media and smart phones. /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/19181879

Sound of Metal 05/13/2021

Sound of Metal On this episode, Saba and Danny discuss the movie Sound of Metal. They delve into Ruben and Lou’s relationship, they discuss the similarities to the film The Ultimate Playlist Of Noise which was covered in a previous episode, and Saba shares the somewhat relevant story Not Quite Narwhal (which she accidentally calls Uni the Unicorn). /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/19094282

Palm Springs 04/29/2021

Palm Springs Saba and Danny review the Hulu movie, Palm Springs. They explore how the film considers how we give life meaning, the different ways one could respond to learning that they’re in a time loop, and who we are as we emerge from this pandemic. /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/18915266

The Flight Attendant 04/22/2021

The Flight Attendant Join Saba, Danny, and their special guest, Renée Sher-McMeans, as they discuss the HBO Max show, The Flight Attendant. Did you catch yourself thinking, “What the f*ck Cassie?!” while watching the show? If so, you’re not alone! They discuss how trauma is processed and displayed on the show, using coping mechanisms until they stop working, and all the rabbits. /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/18821603

Over The Moon 04/08/2021

Over The Moon “We can’t escape grief!” For this episode Saba and Danny review the animated Netflix film, Over the Moon. Join them as they continue to explore themes of grief, discuss depictions of reality vs fantasy, and they enjoy the magical lyrics of the songs in the movie. /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/18655949

I'm Thinking Of Ending Things 04/01/2021

I'm Thinking Of Ending Things Saba and Danny explore, process, and question the Netflix movie, I’m Thinking of Ending Things. Join them as they unravel the mysteries within Charlie Kaufman’s plot, discuss the regrets of an unlived life, and Toni Collette’s scene stealing wonder. /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/18569738

Nomadland 03/25/2021

Nomadland On this episode Saba and Danny review the movie Nomadland. They continue exploring the theme of grief through this film and explore how it portrays nomads and people without homes. They also name how joy and grief can co-exist and the need for community. /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/18469145

WandaVision 03/18/2021

WandaVision Saba and Danny are joined by a very special guest, Wynter Mitchell Rorbaugh, of the podcast Waiting to X-hale, to discuss the epic Disney+ series WandaVision. Together they discuss how the show covered grief while offering viewers a chance to process theirs, review how fantasy relates to grief, and Saba expresses disappointment at learning something specific about Kathryn Hahn (what could it be?). /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/18378542

I Care A Lot 03/11/2021

I Care A Lot In this episode Saba and Danny, are joined by a special returning guest, Leor Ram, to discuss the Netflix movie, I Care a Lot. They consider who they were rooting for and what it was like to root against a queer woman as a character, explore the transactional components of working in a helping field, and ask the question “when is a vape pen only a vape pen?” /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/18283946

The Jeffersons Meet TV’s First Trans Character 03/04/2021

The Jeffersons Meet TV’s First Trans Character Join Saba, Danny, and their special guest Nick Levesque as they talk about the groundbreaking 1977 episode of The Jeffersons, “Once a Friend,” featuring sitcom’s first trans character. They explore what the episode got right, what they wish the writers could’ve done better, and examine how culture and language change and evolve. /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/18190535

Game Face 02/25/2021

Game Face Join Saba, Danny, and special guest Leor Ram as they review the first season of British television comedy Game Face. They laugh as they discuss their favorite scenes, consider how one navigates a breakup in a family/friend group context, and they talk about what will hopefully be the only “scatty” plot line of their podcast. /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/18089720

Malcolm and Marie 02/19/2021

Malcolm and Marie Saba and Danny talk about the Netflix movie, Malcolm and Marie. Join them to hear about all the reasons why Saba loved it and Danny hated it, how they experienced witnessing the messiness of this relationship, and the importance of representation. Edited by Yanii Evans /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/18008840

Pen15 (Part 1) 02/11/2021

Pen15 (Part 1) In this episode Saba and Danny are joined by special guest Hannah Hopkins to discuss the Hulu show, Pen15. They explore the increased tensions between parents and their tweens, the challenges middle schoolers eager to be seen as “grown ups” face, and the wacky world of AOL chat rooms in the 90s /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/17915738

White Tiger 02/04/2021

White Tiger Saba and Danny review the Netflix movie, White Tiger. They talk about which scenes made them cringe, which made them wonder about a romantic element between the two main leads (maybe you did too?), and how privilege is experienced across the globe. /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/17816201

The Ultimate Playlist of Noise 01/28/2021

The Ultimate Playlist of Noise Join Saba and Danny as they discuss the Hulu movie, The Ultimate Playlist of Noise. Topics include the different ways parents try to protect their children (and how they sometimes can’t), the complications of the romantic relationship depicted in the movie, and Danny’s adamant assertion that he’s a music nerd (while Saba suggests he might be a music snob). /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/17724053

The Jeffersons: Sorry, Wrong Meeting (Season 7 Episode 14) 01/21/2021

The Jeffersons: Sorry, Wrong Meeting (Season 7 Episode 14) Saba and Danny revisit a beloved oldie, an episode of The Jeffersons that is all about racism and how we respond to it. They discuss the recent attack on the capital and what has/hasn't changed since this episode was made almost 40 years ago. Check out our website: https://www.therapiststalktv.com/ /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/17631761

A Teacher (Miniseries) 01/14/2021

A Teacher (Miniseries) Saba and Danny are joined by special guest Dr. Jasara Hogan as they reluctantly discuss the FX Hulu show, A Teacher. Topics include how they understood the intention of the show, the choices we make and why we make them, and how we define being an “adult.” Check out our website: https://www.therapiststalktv.com/ /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/17545166

Soul 01/07/2021

Soul Saba and Danny talk about the new Disney Pixar film Soul, including how death is portrayed in the movie (and in society), the flow state, and what the spark is really about. You also get to hear more about Saba and Danny’s friendship and Danny’s love of all things music. /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/17455676

The Prom 12/31/2020

The Prom Saba, Danny, and very special guest José Mata talk about the new Netflix musical, The Prom. They discuss the context of the movie, different coming out stories, and how consent is important when offering “help.” Also, for some reason Lance Bass is mentioned not once, but twice in this episode. Give it a listen to find out why! /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/17383478

The Undoing (Episodes 5 & 6) 12/24/2020

The Undoing (Episodes 5 & 6) Join Saba, Danny, and special guest, Dr. PRT as they discuss the final two episodes of The Undoing. We discuss narcissism versus antisocial personality disorder, the dramatic finale, and the surprising/unsurprising murder scene. /episode/index/show/therapiststalktv/id/17320721

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