The Critic's Couch- A podcast about LIFE....RIGHTS ....AND CULTURE.
By Dr. Nikki Santana-Ortiz
Dr. Nikki Santana-Ortiz is a clinical neuropsychologist who integrates her knowledge of psychology, neuropsychology and culture to process current events and cases in an empathic manner from various perspectives.
The Critic's Couch- A podcast about LIFE....RIGHTS ....AND CULTURE.Aug 23, 2022
The Unsocial Media
Societies' addiction to so called "Social media" and its consequences discussed. Can you disconnect??
The consequences of college
During a time of recession and an abundance of Americans owing in student loans, can this new generation really benefit from college?
P. Diddy- The New Hollywood Predator???
The new allegations against P.Diddy are outlined as well as the characteristics of a sex offender. You decide.
Brooke Shields-Pretty Baby No More
The life and challenges of Brooke Shields are discussed.
Gypsy Rose: Was murder justified?
The case of Gypsy Rose, who was convicted of killing her mother Dee Dee, explores the rare disorder of Munchausen by Proxy.
Epstein's List: Should it matter?
Convicted child predator, Jeffrey Epstein's, list of associates has been released. What does that mean for those mentioned?
To Only Fans or Not....That is the Question?
Many now use Only Fans as a main source of income....It's legal and financially lucrative.... so why do many look down on it?
War then Peace....Can it be achieved?
Many Americans do not understand WHY the war between Israelis and Palestinians is happening. I will try to provide a brief history in the hopes of increasing knowledge and decreasing bias.
TNT....Taylor & Travis...Americans new obsession
Why are we so obsessed with the new IT couple...Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce?
Do you wanna MARIJUANA??
This episode will discuss the pros and cons to marijuana use.
Is Cheating the new norm??
Celebrity couples are bring thrown into the spotlight because if their infidelity. Unfortunately, adultery and now emotional cheating is becoming all too common. How to spot it and what to do about it.
Mental Health-A Global Crisis
In recognition of World Mental Health Day, staggering statistics on how many world wide are impacted by mental health and symptoms provided. Suggestions for prevention and treatment also discussed.
Does the NFL=CTE
The NFFL has recently received heavy criticism over its concussion management of player Tua Tagovailoa. Symptoms of of head injury and how it can lead to chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) is discussed.
Cultural appropriation- Do they really know?
Celebrities are criticized for adopting minority cultural practices but do they really know what they are doing.
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Fake News: Real Consequences
The consequences of fake news and lying is discussed.
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Politics - Is it a Party or a Cult?
Ones loyalty to its political party and it similarity to cult culture is discussed.
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Britney Griner: Prisoner or Political Pawn
The case and argument of Britney Griner is discussed.
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Abortion: Whose right is more important?
The history of Roe vs Wade and arguments of Pro Life vs Pro Choice are explored.
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Race In The USA
The impact racism has on an individual and the systemic racism that occurs in this country is discussed.
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Mass Shooting - A Public Health Crisis
An analysis of the U. S. mass shooting crisis and what we can learn from other countries.
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Depp vs. Heard - The Battle of the Personalities
In what has been described as the trial of the decade, the ugly truth of a disturbed marriage and its troubled individuals have been revealed. This episode will discuss the personality disorders in this case, and the contributing factors.
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Alcohol: Friend or Foe
This episode will encourage you to look at your relationship with alcohol, describe how it impacts our brain and provide details on the signs of unhealthy drinking.
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The Many Faces of Bipolar Disorder
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Euphoria Addendum
This episode will discuss how art imitates life as it details the real issues that the actors portray in the show Euphoria. A large portion will discuss our nations challenge with drugs, especially Fentanyl, and discuss the signs and symptoms of substance abuse.
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Covid & Relationships; What Have We Learned
This episode will review some of the challenges we faced in our relationships during Covid, the neurological importance of socialization and techniques to improve communication.
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Welcome To The Critic's Couch
Welcome to episode 1 of my brand new podcast, The Critics Couch; how it all came about, and why it's needed. Join me as we embark on this eye-opening journey.
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