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Relevate Presents: Scholars Ship

Relevate Presents: Scholars Ship

by Eric Goodcase

Social Sciences Relationships TV & Film

Season 2

Sex Education with Shelby Astle & Duchess Sexpert

I think it is time we have "The Talk". You know... the birds and the bees… Luckily, Shelby Astle and Duchess Sexpert are here to help us navigate the sex talk as we discuss everyone’s favorite amateur sex therapy TV show: Sex Education. We go character by character and discuss how they have been shaped (for better and for worse) by the sexual messages they received from their parents, their school, their peers, and society. 0:00 – 8:16 Introduction to Duchess, Shelby, and the show Sex Education 8:17 – 23:31 Otis 23:31 – 31:14 Maeve 31:15 – 45:23 Eric 45:24 -59:40 Lily 59:41 1:06:40 Adam 1:06:41 – 1:15:51 Aimee 1:15:52- 1:22:17 Wrapping Up

Stepmom with Dr. Caroline Sanner

Join Eric and Denzel as they talk to Dr. Caroline Sanner about the movie Stepmom starring Susan Sarandon & Julia Roberts. See how all the characters were able to navigate the difficult adjustments of stepfamilies, how they went from conflict to working together as a family system, and what can real life stepfamilies learn from the movie. 0:00-9:12 Introduction to Dr. Sanner and Stepmom 9:13-22:20 Media portrayals of stepfamilies & gender Differences in stepfamilies 22:21-48:06 Children of stepfamilies 48:07-57:19 Coparenting relationships 57:20- 1:05:00 What the family in Stepmom did to work towards an integrated family 1:05:01- 1:20:34 Final Thoughts

Modern Family with Dr. Jeremy Kanter

Scholars Ship dives into a familiar but new kind of family sitcom and discusses the relationships of Modern Family. Dr. Jeremy Kanter joins Eric and Denzel to discuss what makes Phil & Claire, Mitchell & Cameron, and Jay & Gloria successful couples. 0:00 – 12:34 Introduction to Dr. Kanter & Modern Family 12:35 – 32:48 Phil & Claire 32:49 – 46:24 Jay & Gloria 46:25 – 58:21 Mitchell & Cameron 58:21 – 1:08:35 The kids’ relationships & wrapping up

The Invisible Man with Dr. Autumn Bermea

Eric and Denzel discuss intimate partner violance and post-traumatic stress disorder in the psychologlical thriller "The Invisible Man" with Dr. Autumn Bermea. Follow how Cecilia navigates leaving her abusive relationship, PTSD, and being stalked by an invisible man and how her experiences relate to the experiences of other IPV survivors. 0:00 – 8:41 Introduction to Dr. Bermea and Invisible Man 8:42 – 13:32 Cecilia leaving her partner 13:33 – 28:49 Barriers for individuals leaving abusive relationships 28:50 – 39:30 Understanding Cecilia’s trauma response and Adrian’s death by suicide 39:31 – 47:36 Adrian’s escalating abuse 47:37 – 57:36 Isolation tactics and gaslighting in abusive relationships 57:37 – 1:05:17 Final Confrontation 1:05:18 – 1:19:59 What happens after the movie for Cecilia? And wrap up thoughts

Bojack Horseman with Chelynn Randolph

What is this a crossover episode? Eric and Denzel chat with Chelynn Randolph about the animated comedy Bojack Horseman. Chelynn discusses Bojack's mental health and (lack of) help seeking behavior, Bojack's relationships, various other relationships from the show. Does a character like Bojack have any hope? 0:00-12:14 Introduction to Chelynn Randolph and Bojack Horseman 12:15- 30:15 Talking about Mental Health of Bojack and Attempts at growth 30:16 – 41:21 Bojack’s Relationships 41:22 – 49:28 The ups and downs of Mr. Peanutbutter & Diane 49:29-55:16 The Hijinks of Todd 55:17 – 1:05:30 Breaking down Bojack's Behavior in New Mexico 1:05:31 – 1:14:33 Wrapping up and the Future of all the Characters

Rick and Morty

Scholars Ship is back with a brand new episode traveling the galaxy with Rick and Morty. Eric and Denzel discuss Rick's ambivalence and difficulty with human connections, Beth and Jerry's tumultous relationship with each other, and how all of this influences Morty and Summer. Is there any hope for these characters having healthy relationships across the multiverse? Tune in and find out! 0:00 – 7:12 Introduction to Rick and Morty 7:13 - 27:48 Rick’s Relationship History and Ability to Emotionally Connect 27:49- 53:32 Beth & Jerry’s Relationship 53:33 – 1:14:47 Morty’s Crushes & Relationships 1:14:48 – 1:25:19 Summer’s Relationships & Conclusion

Season 1

Twilight with Dr. Lance Garmon

The great literary question of our time: are you Team Edward or Team Jacob? Take sides and then join Dr. Goodcase and Dr. Jones as they talk to Dr. Lance Garmon about the Twilight Saga. We discuss Bella Swan's intense love story with the sparkly vegetarian vampire Edward Cullen, her relationship with her family, the love triangle with the werewolf Jacob, and whether we think Bella and Edward have a happily forever after. 00:00 - 10:02 Introduction to Dr. Lance Garmon and Twilight 10:03 - 30:51 Bella with her family and Bella and Edward (Attachment Theory) 30:52 - 39:50 Who likes Twilight and what is appealing about it? 39:51 - 47:30 Bella and Edward’s strengths as a couple 47:31 - 52:52 Edward and Bella negotiating the temptation of sex and blood sucking 52:53 - 1:06:28 Team Edward or Team Jacob? 1:06:29 - 1:13:10 Bella and Edward’s future together 1:13:11 - 1:33:53 Wrapping up

The Office with Dr. Tyler Jamison

Can you find love in the workplace? Eric and Denzel talk to Dr. Tyler Jamison about the mockumentary comedy “The Office”. We talk about what made Jim and Pam’s relationship successful, what makes some of the other relationships in the show less successful, and why Eric hates Michael Scott. 0:00 - 4:51 A message from Eric & Denzel about the Corona Virus Pandemic 4:52 - 16:55 Introduction to Dr. Tyler Jamison & The Office 16:56 - 29:00 Jim and Pam 29:01 - 35:13 Kelly and Ryan 35:14 - 44:23 Michael & Jan 44:24 - 51:02 “Stuck” relationships 51:03 - 56:03 Angela and Dwight/Andy 56:04 – 1:12:15 Dating in the workplace and final thoughts

You with Dr. Chelsea Spencer

Scholar’s Ship ventures into the dark side of love and talks to intimate partner violence expert Dr. Chelsea Spencer about the Netflix original series You. Eric, Denzel, and Dr. Spencer share warning signs of intimate partner violence, discuss Joe’s relationship with Beck and Love, and ponder the interworking of Joe’s mind. 0:00-6:20 Introduction to Dr. Spencer & You 6:21-21:57 Getting to know Joe & warning signs in Joe & Beck’s relationship 21:58-33:30 Comparing You and romantic comedies 33:31-44:05 Joe & Karen, Beck & her therapist (WTF), and Joe & Beck 44:06-51:40 What an abuser looks like 51:41 –1:03:25 Love talk (the character, not the feeling) 1:03:26-1:13:35 Jealousy: The good, the bad, and the ugly. 1:13:36-1:28:08 Wrapping up

Ghosted: Love Gone Missing with Dr. Leah LeFebvre and Dr. Ryan Rasner

Do you believe in ghosts? Eric and Denzel talk to relationship researchers and experts in all things spooky, Dr. Leah LeFebvre and Dr. Ryan Rasner, about the MTV reality show, Ghosted: Love Gone Missing. Dr. LeFebvre and Dr. Rasner school us all on ghosting, haunting, zombie-ing, and more while breaking down the friends and couples that appeared on the show. 0:00 – 5:18 Introduction to Dr. LeFebvre & Ryan Rasner 5:19 – 15:06 Introduction to Ghosted: Love Gone Missing 15:07-22:18 What is ghosting ?22:19-33:23 Ghostly motivations and favorite ghosts on the show 33:24 - 46:09 Grieving being ghosted and favorite of the ghosted on the show 46:10 – 55:35 Major takeaways from the show 55:35-1:00:32 Life after ghosting 1:00:33 – 1:10:57 Final thoughts

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