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Wicked Psychotherapists
What do therapy, ’80s and ’90s nostalgia, today’s hottest shows and movies—and a surprising number of Adam Sandler films—have in common?
Tanya Dos Santos and Erin Gray—two licensed psychotherapists with a wicked New England twist—are here to spill the tea and the therapeutic insights.
On The Wicked Psychotherapists Podcast, Tanya and Erin break down the mental health themes that matter most—anxiety, identity, burnout, self-worth, relationships, and resilience—through the lens of pop culture. From the rad classics of the ’80s and ’90s to today’s buzziest series and films, nothing is off-limits… especially when it somehow connects back to Adam Sandler.
Yes, we said it.
From revisiting old favorites to analyzing newer Sandler movies—and exploring the six degrees of separation of Adam Sandler—this podcast blends humor, nostalgia, and psychological insight in a way that’s smart, entertaining, and refreshingly real.
Whether you’re comfort-watching a childhood favorite, bingeing something new, or wondering why a goofy comedy hit you right in the feelings, we’re here to help you connect the dots between what you watch and how you feel.
Expect:
- Candid therapy talk with heart and humor
- Pop culture deep dives with a mental health lens
- ’80s, ’90s, and today’s movies and shows (yes, including lots of Adam Sandler)
- A dose of nostalgia, a dash of sass, and a lot of wisdom
🎙️ New episodes every Wednesday.
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Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional therapy or mental health care, and listening does not create a therapist–client relationship.
Stay Wicked… and keep your mind well.
Wicked Psychotherapists
That’s My Boy: Adam Sandler, Stupid Humor, and the Effects of Trauma
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In this episode of Wicked Psychotherapists, Erin and Tanya dive into That's My Boy, one of Adam Sandler’s most controversial and over-the-top comedies.
On the surface, the film leans hard into intentionally stupid humor, shock value, and deeply inappropriate jokes. But underneath the chaos is a surprisingly clear portrait of unresolved childhood trauma, emotional immaturity, and the long-term impact of neglectful parenting.
We unpack Donnie Burger’s impulsivity, poor boundaries, and stalled emotional development, alongside Todd’s anxiety, rigidity, and intense need to reinvent himself as an adult.
Through a mental health lens, we explore how humor often functions as a defense mechanism, how trauma can freeze emotional growth, and why children of chaotic parents often grow into hyper-controlled, anxious adults. Equal parts uncomfortable and revealing, That’s My Boy gives us plenty to laugh at—and even more to clinically side-eye.
Education only: This podcast episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy or mental health treatment.
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