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• IPIS004 Inside Out (2015): Keeping Riley happy all day long? (w/ Marlize Labuschagne & Altay Turan)

  In this episode of Intersectional Psychology, we dive head-first into the colourful chaos of Disney Pixar’s Inside Out — a film that looks deceptively simple, but opens the door to some beautifully complex conversations about emotions, memory, identity development, neurodiversity, and what it means to be human. I’m joined by two brilliant guests: Marlize Labuschagne, Educational Psychologist, whose work is grounded in neurodiversity-affirming practice, brain-based models, and Internal Family Systems. | Website: ndhive.co.za | Facebook Page: Marlize Labuschagne, Educational Psychologist Altay Turan, Clinical Neuropsychologist, who brings a sharp, playful, neuroscience-informed perspective to how the film represents emotions, memory, and the mind. | Website: maiapsychology.com | TikTok: @brainbownation 🎁 Support the podcast and get exclusive bonus content Patreon.com/IntersectionalPsychology 🌈 If this episode resonates, please share it, rate the show, and send us your thoughts.  📄 Download a transcript of this episode on IntersectionalPsychology.com. ⏳ Chapter Timestamps 00:00:00 Land acknowledgement 00:00:28 Title credits  00:01:13 Welcome 00:03:04 Introduction to Inside Out (2015): "What is going on inside their head?" 00:08:08 Recap of Inside Out (plus many, many tangents): "Take her to the moon for me."  00:35:25 Discussing Inside Out: "These Facts and Opinions look so similar." 00:42:59 Child development in Inside Out: "I like Tragic Vampire Romance Island." 00:54:40 Does Inside Out pass the Fanon Test?  01:20:27 Checking Out: "What's 'pub-er-ty'?" 01:21:50 End credits Stay connected to Aurora and Intersectional Psychology 🔗 Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts 📮 Got feedback or questions? Reach out at @IntersectionalPsychology or IntersectionalPsychologyPod[@]gmail.com You can contribute to the Palestine Children's Relief Fund at https://www.pcrf.net/  📚 References Benarous, X. & Munch, G. (2016). Inside children's emotions: commentary, on the last Pixar movie, Journal of Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 37(6), 522 [online]. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1097/DBP.0000000000000312 Feldman Barrett, L. (2017). How Emotions Are Made. New York: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing. Panksepp, J. & Biven, L. (2010). The Archaeology of Mind. New York: W. W. Norton & Company.  Schwartz, R.C. (1995). Internal Family Systems Therapy. New York: The Guilford Press.  Schwartz, R.C. (2021). No Bad Parts. Boulder: Sounds True. Siegel, D.J. (2020). The Developing Mind. New York: The Guilford Press. Siegel, D.J. & Payne Bryson, T. (2011). The Whole-Brain Child. New York: Delacorte Press. Son, E. (2022). Visual, auditory, and psychological elements of the characters and images in the scenes of the animated gilm, Inside Out, Quarterly Review of Film and Video, 39(1), 225-240 [oline]. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1080/10509208.2021.1959815 See Privacy Policy at https://intersectionalpsychology.com/privacy-policy/ 

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• IPGR006 Guided Relaxation: Body Scan

  A 40-minute guided body scan to reduce stress, support emotional regulation, and support better sleep. In this guided body scan meditation, we slow down, breathe, and explore the body with curiosity rather than criticism. Whether you’re new to mindfulness or a seasoned pro who just needs a reminder to unclench your jaw (again), this relaxation practice invites you to reconnect with your body in a gentle, grounded way. Use this session to unwind after a long day, to reset between tasks, or to drift more easily into sleep. Consider it a small act of kindness to yourself — one that your future self might even thank you for. 🎁 Support the podcast and get exclusive bonus content Patreon.com/IntersectionalPsychology 🌈 If this episode resonates, please share it, rate the show, and send us your thoughts.  📄 Download a transcript of this episode on IntersectionalPsychology.com. ⏳ Chapter Timestamps 00:00:00 Land acknowledgement 00:00:28 Welcome 00:01:28 What is a body scan? 00:02:11 What are the benefits of a body scan? 00:03:44 Guided body scan 00:48:00 End credits Stay connected to Aurora and Intersectional Psychology 🔗 Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts 📮 Got feedback or questions? Reach out at @IntersectionalPsychology or IntersectionalPsychologyPod[@]gmail.com You can contribute to the Palestine Children's Relief Fund at https://www.pcrf.net/  See Privacy Policy at https://intersectionalpsychology.com/privacy-policy/ 

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• IPGR005 Guided Relaxation: Burnout Meditation

  Burnout isn’t a personal failure — it’s a signal. And if your signal is currently flashing, sirening, or doing that chaotic strobe-light thing… you’re in the right place. In this month’s guided relaxation practice, we slow everything down and offer your nervous system exactly what it’s been begging for: rest, grounding, and a moment of personal care. 🎁 Support the podcast and get exclusive bonus content Patreon.com/IntersectionalPsychology 🌈 If this episode resonates, please share it, rate the show, and send us your thoughts.  📄 Download a transcript of this episode on IntersectionalPsychology.com.  ⏳ Chapter Timestamps 00:00:00 Land acknowledgement 00:00:30 Welcome and intention 00:03:59 Grounding 00:06:32 Gentle body scan 00:18:04 The "shade" visualisation 00:26:53 Circles of influence and focus 00:31:07 Self-compassion 00:35:08 Micro-practice guidance 00:36:50 Silent reflection 00:39:13 Re-orientation and close 00:41:41 End credits Stay connected 🔗 Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts 📮 Got feedback or questions? Reach out at @IntersectionalPsychology or IntersectionalPsychologyPod[@]gmail.com You can contribute to the Palestine Children's Relief Fund at https://www.pcrf.net/  See Privacy Policy at https://intersectionalpsychology.com/privacy-policy/ 

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• IPIS003 Can true crime meet true ethics and true empathy? (w/ Nicole Engelbrecht)

  Can we tell stories of violence without reproducing harm? Aurora sits down with Nicole Engelbrecht of True Crime South Africa to unpack the ethics — and emotional toll — of the true crime genre. ⚠ Content note: This episode includes discussion of violent crime, murder, and hate-motivated violence, including references to the 2003 Sizzlers massacre in Cape Town. While approached with care and respect, some descriptions and themes may be distressing. Please prioritise your wellbeing and listen at your own pace. 📄 Download a transcript of this episode on IntersectionalPsychology.com. 🎁 Support this podcast and get exclusive bonus content Patreon.com/IntersectionalPsychology Connect with Nicole Engelbrecht Website: https://truecrimesouthafrica.com/ Socials: @truecrimesouthafrica Nicole Engelbrecht (she/her) is the creator and host of True Crime South Africa — the country’s most popular true crime podcast — and the author of several books, including Sizzlers and Bare Bones. Her work has redefined the genre locally by placing victims, not perpetrators, at the centre of the story. I asked Nicole, "If you could design a True Crime Ethics Code, what would be the first four rules?" She referred me to victim advocate Julie Murray's CARE acronym, summarised in this infographic and at the end of this podcast episode. ⏳ Chapter Timestamps 00:00:00 Land acknowledgement 00:00:25 Title credits 00:01:06 Content note 00:01:48 Announcement 00:02:08 Welcome and introduction 00:05:57 The storyteller behind the mic 00:18:10 Whose stories get told? 00:24:07 Sizzlers and the silencing of queer pain 00:38:58 Walking the ethical tightrope 00:53:31 The human cost on the storyteller 01:14:16 Audiences and responsibility 01:05:39 True crimer self care 01:08:49 A true crime pro reimagines the genre 01:16:42 End credits 🌈 If this episode resonates, please share it, rate the show, and send us your thoughts at intersectionalpsychologypod[@]gmail.com. Aurora and Intersectional Psychology 🔗 Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts 📮 Got feedback or questions? Reach out at @IntersectionalPsychology or IntersectionalPsychologyPod[@]gmail.com. Resources & Support If you’re affected by the topics discussed in this episode, support is available: Lifeline South Africa: 0861 322 322 SADAG (Suicide Crisis Line): 0800 567 567 / SMS 31393 Triangle Project Helpline (LGBTQIA+): 021 712 6699 SAPS Victim Support: 08600 10111 In the UK: Samaritans — 116 123 International listeners: Visit [findahelpline.com], which lists free and confidential helplines worldwide. You can contribute to the Palestine Children's Relief Fund at https://www.pcrf.net/ See Privacy Policy at https://intersectionalpsychology.com/privacy-policy/

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• IP0305 Do It Scared – Part 2 of Rethinking Autism & Gender Diversity (w/ siv greyson)

  I'm joined again by autistic, Afrikan, trans liberation scholar siv greyson about what it takes to live and love bravely at the intersections of race, gender, and neurodivergence. This episode turns from theory to practice: what safety feels like, how chosen families are built, and why real allyship means doing it scared. Together, we unpack the emotional work of reconciliation, the courage of vulnerability, and the quiet revolution of creating safe spaces at home, in community, and within ourselves. Connect with siv greyson Instagram: @sivgreyson siv (they/them) is an autistic African and transgender liberation scholar, gender diversity and inclusion specialist, and co-researcher on a position paper for Gender DynamiX. They are currently completing a Master’s in Gender Studies at Nelson Mandela University. Support the podcast and get exclusive bonus content 🎁 Patreon.com/IntersectionalPsychology 🌈 If this episode resonates, please share it, rate the show, and send us your thoughts.  📄 Download a transcript of this episode on IntersectionalPsychology.com. ⏳ Chapter Timestamps 00:00:00 Land acknowledgement 00:00:30 Introduction — rethinking autism and gender diversity 00:02:07 Integrating multiply marginalised and compounded identities  00:07:16 Navigating public healthcare while autistic, Afrikan, queer, and trans+ 00:17:33 Finding social, emotional, and physical safety 00:22:08 Building reciprocal chosen family kinship  00:26:49 "Doing it scared": Practical steps for allies  00:32:48 End credits Stay connected to Aurora and Intersectional Psychology 🔗 Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts 📮 Got feedback or questions? Reach out at @IntersectionalPsychology or IntersectionalPsychologyPod[@]gmail.com You can contribute to the Palestine Children's Relief Fund at https://www.pcrf.net/  See Privacy Policy at https://intersectionalpsychology.com/privacy-policy/

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