Episode 40: Peacemaker and the Problem of Toxic Masculinity

In this episode we continue with the theme of trauma as we analyze the complexities of Anakin Skywalker/Darth Vader within the miniseries of: Obi-Wan Kenobi. These lessons help explore what it means to choose not to come back after you've gone too far. 

This 3-Part series, inspired by the hit television miniseries, Obi-Wan Kenobi, is focused on the what it means to be driven to the brink and discusses if it is possible to come back after crossing the line. In Part 1 we dive deep into former Grand Inquisitor, Reva Sevander.

In this episode we explore my favorite movie of all time, The Count of Monte Cristo, as our lens to discuss what it means to experience injustice and how to somehow move past it. 

In this episode we discuss famed X-Men member, Lucas Bishop, and his complicated relationship with the future. By exploring Bishop's history we can begin to understand the cost we pay in the present for being obsessed with a potential "future." We also discuss tips and strategies for living in the present without fear of the "future."

In this episode we discuss King Viserys Targaryen from the HBO hit series, House of the Dragon. We'll explore his history and voluntary self deception which ultimately led to the destruction of his family. Along the way we will explore 6 forms of self deception/self delusion and discuss strategies for helping move past these destructive tendencies. 

As Season 2 surges forward we explore acclaimed author, Paulo Coelho's, masterpiece The Alchemist. Particularly, the concept of the personal legend and how it relates to both Jyn Erso (protagonist of the Star Wars film Rogue One) and ourselves. 

It's been about 6 months but it's time to start season 2 :)

In this episode I am joined by a frequent collaborator, JJ Whiteford. We discuss the amazing character, Christopher Smith a.k.a. Peacemaker, from the critically acclaimed movie The Suicide Squad and the AMAZING HBO Maxx series, Peacemaker. Specifically, this episode attempts to tackle the difficult reality that is Toxic Masculinity.

Part 3 of our deep dive into Disney's new animated film, Encanto. In this episode we focus our attention on the main character of the film, Mirabel. In this episode we discuss how being "special" is something we must discover within ourselves and not at title others can bestow upon us. 

Part 2 of our deep dive into Disney's new animated film, Encanto. In this episode we learn that there is so much more to each of us than our utility to others. By closely examining the perfect daughter, Isabella; the stalwart rock that is Luisa; and the wise and stern matriarch, Alma, we begin to discover important lessons about ourselves.