Send us a textEver have that feeling of difficulty recalling an artist, or an actor? You resist to look it up to reassure yourself that your memory isn’t “slipping”. Why? What’s the fear? What happens if your memory starts to fail you? What is lost? Now imagine what it would feel like if that was progressive, and permanent and you were looking towards a future of forgetting your experiences, family, and ultimately yourself. Join Dave and Greg as the discuss the insidious nature of Dementia.Su...

Send us a textAchieving beyond the norm, giving life to something other than themselves. Looking at the chaos in the world and accepting that whatever happens good or bad I’m going to stick to my path. These are just some of the attributes of a hero. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the hero’s journey, and uncover a framework for a life impervious to anxiety and depression, simply by welcoming it, encouraging it, and not letting it be a factorSupport the showFollow The Unconventional Therap...

Send us a textHero’s and Villains typically have the same origin story, a trauma occurs and the subsequent choices create a positive or a negative figure. In light of our final Halloween season installment we are going to focus on the villain. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss mental health representation in modern horror figures. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_Podcas...

Send us a textAs a part of the month long celebration of spooky episodes we discuss Washington Irving’s 1820 short story “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the themes, its connection to urban legends, social anxieties, and more. Let us read this classic tale so you don’t have to.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_PodcastIntro and Outro music by 13t...

Send us a textEd and Lorraine Warren are legends in the world of paranormal investigation. If there were claims of otherworldly activity somehow the couple would be involved. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss their famous cases, their interesting relationship, and of course the heavy criticism. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_PodcastIntro and Outro music by 13th Ward S...

Send us a textStigmata is phenomenon in which the wounds suffered by Christ inexplicably appear on the body of an individual. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss specific cases, and possible explanations, both scientific and spiritual. 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...

Send us a textWe are talking about ancient history, architecture, literature, music, and subculture through the dark, and uncanny aesthetic that can only be described as Gothic. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the origins, evolution, and modern interpretations of “Goth”.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...

Send us a textAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a theoretical approach to psychotherapy that involves accepting your thoughts and feelings, mindfulness, and moving towards your ultimate goals using your newly identified values as a compass. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss this evidence based therapeutic approach.Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_PodcastIntro and Ou...

Send us a textJoin Dave and Greg as they discuss the “side show” the staples, the unsettling classic “Freaks”, P.T. Barnum, and more. From the colosseum to Jerry Springer and Instagram we have a culture of observation, we watch each other, we look at each other. To what purpose?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 Ins...

Send us a textOCD is an often misdiagnosed, misunderstood disorder. It can be unique to each individual, and if left untreated it can become debilitating, but fear not, it is incredibly treatable through psychotherapy. Join Dave and Greg as they talk through the obsessions and compulsions to learn more about the disorder, and provide the listeners with possible treatment options. Visit Betterhelp.com/nothing today to get 10% off your first monthSupport the showFollow The Unconventional T...

Send us a textMarie Laveau is a name synonymous with voodoo and the city of New Orleans itself. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss Voodoo, and the incredible woman who was most influential in its worldwide recognition. 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://www.13t...

Send us a textWould you be surprised to know that the man synonymous with the most abhorrent murders didn’t participate in the actual execution of the crimes? Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the infamous Charles Manson, his brush with fame, and his horrific cult influence.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 Instag...

Send us a textSpirituality is a phenomenon most of us can identify with on some level depending on the way we conceptualize it. So why is the study of something so widely experienced considered a pseudoscience? Join Dave and Greg as they discuss, and disagree on ESP, telekinesis, remote viewing, psychics and more under the umbrella of the, some would say unnecessarily discarded science of Parapsychology. Support the showFollow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social med...

Send us a Text Message.Carl Rogers was a founder of humanistic psychology, and developer of person-centered therapy. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss his contributions to the field, what person-centered therapy is, how it’s used, and his continued impact.This show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try by going to betterhelp.com/NOTHING and get 10% off your first month.Support the Show.Follow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram...

Send us a Text Message.NSSI is a maladaptive coping strategy that can be extremely dangerous for those dealing with various mental disorders. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss what it is, why it’s done, as well as coping and treatment strategies in an attempt to better understand this growing concern. This show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try by going to betterhelp.com/NOTHING and get 10% off your first month.Support the Show.Follow The Unconventional Therapis...

Send us a Text Message.(Re-release from July 2022) The seven deadly sins were proposed so that your immortal soul would find peace in heaven, but what purpose did they serve for those in power here on earth? Join Dave and Greg as they discover how the 7 deadly sins are both a sinister tool, and potentially sensible cautions for the existence of society.The Animal TurnAnimals are increasingly at the forefront of research questions – Not as shadows to...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyS...

Send us a Text Message.(Re-release from June 2022) Imagine being stuck on a lighthouse miles away from society with someone you dislike while outside there seems to be never-ending storms. Now imagine that person sitting across from you dies, leaving you isolated and paranoid. Hear the harrowing story of Smalls Lighthouse and learn what it is about isolation that can drive us to psychosis.Support the Show.Follow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @uncon...

Send us a Text Message.We understand it to be self evident that not all podcasts are created equal. If that sounds a little Declaration of Independence, you’re onto something. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss “The American Dream” what is was, what it is, and what it should be. Also discover if the founding fathers had the formula for living a happy meaningful life.Support the Show.Follow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguid...

Send us a Text Message.Showing the world who we are is easy for most people, but what if it came with consequences. What if it could sever your connections to family, friends, work, or religion? Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the difficulties of coming out, and the consequences of an inauthentic life. Support the Show.Follow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: @UTGN_PodcastIntro and Outro music by ...

Send us a Text Message.The middle passage, part of the transatlantic slave route was filled with despair, disease, anguish, unimaginable fear, and trauma on a level unparalleled. Join Dave and Greg as they discussion the conditions on the ships and the self deceit it took to perpetuate the cruelty needed so that the economic engine of slavery could continue.Support the Show.Follow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothin...

Send us a Text Message.71% of all high school dropouts, 90% of homeless and runaways, 63% of youth suicides, and over 80% of the prison population all share one thing in common, or we should say lack of one thing, and that’s the presence of a father. In honor of Father’s Day Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the importance of being a father. Support the Show.Follow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter: ...

Send us a Text Message.Maybe the biggest mystery for us all is what happens when we die. Most of us want to believe that there is more than just this mortal existence. Could the phenomenon of children remembering past lives be proof of the soul’s existence? Join Dave and Greg as they try to better understand the psychology behind this specific form of reincarnation. Stories Lived. Stories Told. Learn what it means to embody a communication perspective to create better social worlds.Liste...

Send us a Text Message.Is it possible to be a family man, church leader, scout leader, and horrifying criminal? Is it possible to be born evil? Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the psychology and crimes of serial killer Dennis Rader, also known as BTK. Support the Show.Follow 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 @13thwar...

Send us a Text Message.Nietzsche said “if you crush a cockroach you’re a hero, but if you crush a beautiful butterfly you are a villain.” It’s interesting how we view beauty and ugliness as having an objective morality. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss the psychology of ugliness through the fascinating story of Joseph Merrick…Aka “The Elephant Man”Support the Show.Follow The Unconventional Therapist’s Guide to Nothing on social media:Instagram: @unconventionaltherapistsguidetonothingTwitter...