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Pop Therapy

Omar Torres
Mental Health
Therapy
Pop Culture
Heartbreak
Mental Health Counseling
Adult Industry
Social Justice
Social Media
Psychology
Black Lives Matter
Vulnerability
Queer Community
Consent
Covid-19
Podcasting
Relationships
Grief
Writing
Healthcare System
Activism

"Pop Therapy" is a deeply personal and meta exploration of the intersection between psychology and pop culture through interviews, story telling, and clinical analysis. The host aims to discover what it would be like if pop culture had their own individual therapist. "Pop Therapy" hopes to strike a balance between a therapy session and a conversation among friends.

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Recent Guests

Ali Krieger
Former US Women's National Team player and champion, current analyst for ESPN.
ESPN
Episode: Ep. 21 "Send me the butt routine!" (W/ Ali Krieger)
Ian Carlos Crawford
Host of Slayerfestx98, a Buffyverse and Marvel focused queer Latinx run pop culture podcast
Slayerfestx98
Episode: Ep.20 "I've patrolled in this halter many times" (W/ Ian Carlos Crawford)
Matt Baumgartner
Queer business owner, entrepreneur, and star of the reality show 'June Farms' on Prime Video.
June Farms
Episode: Ep.18 “Have you ever hugged a tree?” (W/ Matt Baumgartner)
Christy O'Shoney
A trauma therapist and Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
Independent practitioner
Episode: Ep. 17 "That's what therapy SHOULD do" (W/ Christy O'Shoney)
Charlie Sprinkman
Founder of Everywhere is Queer, a resource connecting queer-owned organizations
Everywhere is Queer
Episode: Ep. 16 "I watched it with my mom" (W/ Charlie Sprinkman)
Michael Kelton
Comedian, director, and psychic enthusiast
Episode: Ep. 15 " What an amazing question, let's definitely start there" (W/ Mike Kelton)
Charlie Russo
YouTuber focused on BookTube and reading recommendations
Charlie Read A Book
Episode: Ep.14 "Somber and sapphic? Sign my ass up" (W/ Charlie Russo)
H. Alan Scott
A comic and senior culture writer at Newsweek.
Newsweek
Episode: Ep. 13 "Im breaking the cherry of season 2!" (W/ H. Alan Scott)
Dean McArthur
Licensed clinical social worker and podcast host
That Sounds Hard
Episode: Ep. 10 "Mourning involves submitting to a transformation" (With Dean McArthur)

Host

Omar Torres
Host of Pop Therapy; practicing therapist; frequently guides conversations with warmth, humor, and clinical insight.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • I wish Omar could be my therapist!!

    Officially my new podcast obsession! I love how Omar brings on such a diverse mix of guests from actors to journalists and even other therapists. He connects every conversation with one simple but powerful question: “what’s one thing from the therapy world that has helped you?”. It’s educational and genuinely helpful without feeling too heavy thanks to Omar’s sense of humor which makes each episode a joy to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dsl0919
    United States4 months ago
  • Therapy makes you hotter!

    Loving this season! Omar’s open and honest discussions from heartbreak, to how hard it is to learn a new skill brings a refreshing and heartfelt voice to the topics we can all relate to. As fellow therapist I LOVE the gentle critique of the pressure to “have a hot take” and the permission to slow down and make space for nuisance.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    C_Hickey0404
    United States6 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the host's empathetic approach and how conversations balance educational content with humor.
The show draws praise for featuring a diverse lineup of guests, from therapists to journalists to actors, and for exploring tough topics in a relatable way.

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Ep. 21 "Send me the butt routine!" (W/ Ali Krieger)
Q: What is one piece of advice or wisdom that you've gotten from the mental health slash therapy world?
Awareness was the turning point for me, allowing me to stop protecting my piece through healthier boundaries.
Ep. 17 "That's what therapy SHOULD do" (W/ Christy O'Shoney)
Q: What is one piece of advice or wisdom that you got from the mental health world that you take with you everywhere you go?
Self-compassion as described by researcher Kristin Neff is crucial for navigating suffering.
Ep. 19 "Bred to yap" (W/ Alexis Rose)
Q: What is one piece of advice or guidance or wisdom that you got from the therapy or mental health world that you take with you everywhere you go?
Trust yourself and remember your own resiliency.
Ep.14 "Somber and sapphic? Sign my ass up" (W/ Charlie Russo)
Q: What is one thing from the mental health slash therapy world that you take with you everywhere you go?
Charlie's piece of wisdom is to ask, 'Why not try?' when faced with uncertainty, suggesting that taking action can prevent disaster and lead to potential success.
Ep. 5 "Me throwing a tampon in front of him..." (W/ Tisha Cherry)
Q: What is one piece of advice or wisdom that you take with you everywhere you go?
Embrace your weirdness, be authentic to yourself, and prioritize self-care.

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What is Pop Therapy about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show blends psychology with pop culture, hosting conversations that fuse clinical insight with relatable storytelling. Episodes typically center on mental health topics, therapy modalities, and personal growth, often framed through pop culture touchpoints like TV, music, sports, and books. Guests range from therapists and healthcare professionals to entertainers, writers, and activists, creating a tapestry of perspectives on relationships, identity, grief, and resilience. A notable strength is the host's approachable, empathetic style, which keeps discussions accessible while exploring nuanced topics such as internal family dynamics, trauma, and the stigma around therapy. The format often weaves practical takeaways for listeners with c... more

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Pop Therapy launched 8 months ago and published 35 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Pop Therapy include:

1. Ali Krieger
2. Ian Carlos Crawford
3. Matt Baumgartner
4. Christy O'Shoney
5. Charlie Sprinkman
6. Michael Kelton
7. Charlie Russo
8. H. Alan Scott

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