Content Warning: This episode features some discussion of body image, weight, and fitness that could be triggering to some. Please ensure you take time and space for yourself, and if you need to access resources they can be found at https://www.takethis.org/mental-health-resources/ In the 2nd episode of season 4 – I am Psyched To Be With You, Owen Trett! Owen is a video editor, and part of the team at Poncle (the studio behind Vampire Survivors)! We talk all things creative media skills, the role of higher education in the gaming industry, producing a video for a Nintendo Direct and discuss body image and self-identity. All this AND so much more including things like the Limit Break mentorship scheme of which Owen was on the committee in 2023. Owen was a fantastic guest and I really enjoyed speaking with them. I hope you enjoy it too!Note: This episode was recorded in November, 2023 for listener context.   Follow Owen here: Lintr.ee: https://linktr.ee/owentrettPortfolio: https://owentrett.wixsite.com/websiteSocial: @Owen_Trett (https://twitter.com/Owen_Trett) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJqGqW4NDLqFT_6Ty-9QyeQ - Video essay mentioned in episode. Check out Vampire Survivors here: https://linktr.ee/vampiresurvivors Find all the useful links, and how you can follow and support Blind Psyche here: https://linktr.ee/BlindPsyche

Large Spoiler Warning for all things The Witcher – you’ve been warned! In the 1st episode of season 4 – I am Psyched To Be With You, Dr Amelia Herbst! Dr Amelia is a therapist, specialising in all things gaming and nerd related. Alongside this an avid gamer, panellist at conventions and a fellow writer. In this episode we tackle each of those areas in turn as well as a special tangent, nee episode figure point on the legendary Witcher character Regis! Be warned we essentially spoil the whole of The Witcher! All that and the usual shenanigans you expect from the show. I couldn’t think of a better way to kick off Season 4 of the show – it’s fantastic! Note: This episode was recorded in November, 2023 for listener context. Follow Dr Amelia here: Website: https://www.wanderingshrink.com/Social: @wanderingshrink (https://twitter.com/wanderingshrink) Read The Psychgiest of Pop Culture (FREE PDF) The Witcher (and share the love of Regis here): https://press.etc.cmu.edu/books/psychgiest-pop-culture-witcher Find all the useful links, and how you can follow and support Blind Psyche here: https://linktr.ee/BlindPsyche

In the 12th and final episode of season 3 – I am Psyched To Be With You, Arevya! Arevya is a streamer, content creator, accessibility consultant and disability advocate! In this episode, we touch on all things disability, identity, accessibility in life and in gaming, mental health and SO MUCH MORE. This was one of those episodes I feel could have lasted a lifetime. I hope you enjoy this episode even one iota as much as I did because it was an exceptional way to end season 3. Follow Arevya here: Website: https://www.arevya.tv/ Social: @arevya (https://twitter.com/arevya) Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/arevyaYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/arevyaTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@arevyagaming Find all the useful links, and how you can follow and support Blind Psyche here: https://linktr.ee/BlindPsyche

In the 11th episode of season 3 – I am Psyched To Be With You, Dr Hannah  Slack! Dr Slack is a post-doctorate researcher at Kings College London working on the U-Belong project. Researching areas on student loneliness, mental health, agency and more. Alongside all this, we tackle a number of issues from moving beyond a PhD, to making your own wedding dress for a textiles exam and so much more! This was a wonderful chat, and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!   Follow Dr. Slack here: Website: https://hannahslack.com/ Social: @HannahRSlack (https://twitter.com/HannahRSlack) The U-Belong Project: https://www.u-belong.uk/ The project on Twitter: @UBelongProject (https://twitter.com/UBelongProject) Dr Slack’s Kings College profile: https://kclpure.kcl.ac.uk/portal/en/persons/hannah.slack Find all the useful links, and how you can follow and support Blind Psyche here:   https://linktr.ee/BlindPsyche

In the 10th episode of season 3 – I am Psyched To Be With You, Dr Elizabeth Kilmer! Dr Elizabeth is a lichened clinical therapist, qualitative researcher, Author, and ADHD panel designer and advocate. In this episode we talk about the challenge of working multiple jobs, the therapeutic value of TTRPG’s, research AND so much more! Dr Elizabeth is one of the coolest people I know, this was a fantastic chat and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did! Follow Dr Elizabeth here: Website: https://www.elizabethkilmer.com/ Socials: @DoctorKilmer (https://twitter.com/DoctorKilmer) Buy Elizabeth’s book: Therapeutically Applied Role-Playing Games - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1032251859?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_6ETHYKH2442BYVXVHD52 Take This: https://www.takethis.org/ Dr Elizabeth on How To ADHD: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ixJ4r3zxPOo The Anti-Planner: https://anti-planner.com/shop/the-anti-planner-how-to-get-sht-done-when-you-dont-feel-like-it/ Find all the useful links, and how you can follow and support Blind Psyche here: https://linktr.ee/BlindPsyche

In the first of its kind, a miniature episode of the podcast you know and love “A Little Psyched To Be With You” is a deep dive on a specific topic. Returning guest Dr Rachel Kowert joins me to discuss her recent book The Psychgeist of Pop Culture: The Witcher. An edited collection of chapters with psychological analysis of characters from The Continent. This is an editor behind the scenes as we go through the book chapter by chapter to learn about the contents, the authors and how some of the chapters came to be. This episode is NOT TO BE MISSED for Witcher fans of the books, games or Netflix show. Read the book for FREE digitally here: Or purchase your own paperback copy: Want to learn more about Dr Rachel Kowert? Psyched To Be With You – Dr Rachel Kowert: https://youtu.be/4yLymx1eZX8 - Or listen wherever you find your podcasts! Season 2 Episode 3. Twitter: @DrKowert (https://twitter.com/DrKowert) Website: https://www.rkowert.com/ YouTube: @Psychgeist https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2wWdpJ8CQaulB44RLZ4gWw Find all the useful links, and how you can follow and support Blind Psyche here: https://linktr.ee/BlindPsyche

Content Warning: This episode contains strong language some viewers may not like. In the 9th episode of season 3 – I am Psyched To Be With You, Matt Storm (aka Stormageddon)! Matt is an amazing podcaster (hosting and producing) and occasional DJ! Matt currently works on a number of podcasts and I couldn’t wait to talk to a true professional about the craft! This was a fantastic chat and includes podcast pro-tips, gaming for work and for fun, being a celebrity/para-social relationships and so much more! It was a pleasure to speak with Matt, they are fantastic, insightful and hilarious. Truly a kindred spirit for me. I hope you enjoy this as much as I did. Follow Matt here: All Matt’s Links: https://linktr.ee/dj_stormagedddonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dj_stormageddon/Fun and Games Podcast on Twitter: @funandgamespod https://twitter.com/funandgamespod Find all the useful links, and how you can follow and support Blind Psyche here: https://linktr.ee/BlindPsyche

In the 8th episode of season 3 – I am Psyched To Be With You, Adam Clarke! Adam is currently working in games marketing - everything from press releases to full marketing campaigns for games. Adam was wonderful to chat to, and as such this episode has pretty much everything you can imagine! Discussions of living in Ireland, history, games, being a carer, privilege, marketing great games, a love of bears and so much more! Adam is really passionate about creating spaces for inclusion and access to the games industry both locally in Ireland and for others from underrepresented groups. This episode was a delight, and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did! Follow Adam here: Twitter (or X I guess?): https://twitter.com/GaeilgeBear Social Link: https://twitter.com/SocialLinkGames Find all the useful links, and how you can follow and support Blind Psyche here: https://linktr.ee/BlindPsyche

Content warning: This episode contains discussion of mental health challenges. This includes mentions of disordered eating, self-harm, suicide, and depression. These are, by and large in passing but some listeners may find this triggering. Access resources at https://www.takethis.org/mental-health-resources/  In the 7th episode of season 3 – I am Psyched To Be With You, Mxiety (Marie Shanley)! Mxiety is someone who personally inspired me in my streaming journey, and it was a pleasure to be joined by her on the show. Mxiety is a mental health blogger, author, and combined variety talk show host/streamer. This episode discusses all things mental health advocacy, the benefit of consuming trash for your brain (including smut), Kingdom Hearts/nerd points and some incredible conversation about why being a mental health advocate is important! This episode had me feeling all the feels, with one of the most excellent people. I hope you enjoy this as much as I did! Find Mxiety here: Website:  https://mxiety.com/Twitter (@Mxiety): https://twitter.com/mxiety?lang=enTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mxiety  Find all the useful links, and how you can follow and support Blind Psyche here: https://linktr.ee/BlindPsyche

Content warning: This episode contains mentions of spoilers, puzzles with themes viewers may find unsettling and the passing mention of the use of a firearm. Access resources at https://www.takethis.org/mental-health-resources/ In the 6th episode of season 3 – I am Psyched To Be With You, Mairi Nolan! Mairi is a puzzle game designer and helps to craft those tricky puzzles that leave you scratching your head in though. From escape rooms, and puzzle games to puzzling video games this episode discusses them all! Learn how puzzles are crafted, how Mairi got to designing puzzles and HOW TO BECOME A PUZZLE MASTER! All this and much more! If you enjoyed it as much as I did, make sure to follow Mairi and check out her portfolio! Find Mairi here: @mairispaceship (On all socials): https://twitter.com/mairispaceship Mairi’s portfolio: https://www.mairispaceship.com/ Find all the useful links, and how you can follow and support Blind Psyche here: https://linktr.ee/BlindPsyche