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That Sounds Hard

Dean McArthur
Heartbreak
Mental Health
Therapy
Grief
Psychoanalysis
Relationships
Queer Culture
Art
Divorce
Friendship
Family Dynamics
Boots
ADHD
New York City
Transference
Friendship Breakup
Therapy and Mental Health
Compromise In Relationships
Covid-19
Identity

Hosted by Dean McArthur, a therapist in NYC. Each season follows a theme from therapy with guests who have lived through it - season one is all about heartbreak.

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Latest Episodes

Turns out heartbreak can actually kill you and today we've got an actual doctor to come on to explain how. Dr. Surafel Tsega joins us to explore broken heart syndrome, why life or death situations can still be easier than dating and a story about Cov... more

It's always a special episode when another therapist joins us to dig into our subject, today that's friend and colleague Sam Greenleaf Miller. Sam shares what they've learned, and are still working on, in love and heartbreak through a story that star... more

A listener who isolates to manage heartbreak, questions about heartbreak across time and what truths does Taylor Swift ultimately hold about our broken hearts? It's our first ever mailbag episode featuring Dean's ex Michael Stamm.

projection@thatso... more

We're coming full circle for the mid-season/end of year finale - Dean's ex is on the show to share his story of heartbreak and reflect on their own ending.

Email projection@thatsoundshard.com

IG @thatsoundshard

TikTok @thatsoundshardpod

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Recent Guests

Sam Greenleaf Miller
A fellow therapist and the guest on the episode discussing heartbreak, gender identity, and personal growth.
Episode: I Was Gifted a Crack in My Chest with Sam Greenleaf Miller
Michael Stamm
Painter and Dean's ex-boyfriend
Episode: I'm Your Ex-Boyfriend with Michael Stamm
Charlie Bardey
A writer and comedian sharing personal experiences of heartbreak and relationships
Episode: They Were Writing About this in Gilgamesh with Charlie Bardey
Casey Elsass
Cookbook author, recipe developer, food writer
Episode: Based on Something I Grew Up Eating with Casey Elsass
Amanda Horowitz
Interdisciplinary artist focusing on playwriting and performance.
Episode: Friendship Breakup with Amanda Horowitz
Charlie Engman
Photographer and Art Director for Kalina Strada
Kalina Strada
Episode: Who Knows How He Got There? With Charlie Engman Pt. 1
Jack Cameron Kay
Rising actor known for his role in Netflix's "Boots"
Netflix
Episode: I’m a Handful with Jack Cameron Kay
Jake Cornell
Comedian and gay man living in Brooklyn
Episode: Who Popped Out? My Dad with Jake Cornell
Lara Leavoy
Television producer and VP of Content at a production company
Production company in Toronto
Episode: The Night Does Not Scare Me with Lara Leavoy

Host

Dean McArthur
Host of the podcast, a therapist based in NYC who guides discussions about heartbreak, relationships, and emotional healing.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • !

    Like eavesdropping on fascinating conversations between smart, self-aware people who can reference Winnicott and Housewives in the same breath.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    David John Ross
    Canadaa month ago
  • Excellent

    Love this podcast. Funny, heartbreaking, and thought provoking.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gooplove
    Canada2 months ago
  • Five stars

    Listened to each episode in one fell swoop and loved them all. Dean does a wonderful job of letting the guests share their stories and each guest feels like a small universe onto themselves. Highly recommend and can’t wait for more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeremy Sorese
    United States2 months ago
  • Fascinating

    It’s so refreshing to hear therapy presented in such an intelligent way. Dean leads interesting and articulate people to express the self-awareness they’ve gained in their experience of a universal trope of human experience.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bigbeard61
    United States3 months ago
  • Great podcast

    Very smart and interesting exploration of life and relationships. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tanman
    United States3 months ago

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First Ever Mailbag Episode with Michael Stamm
Q: Should heartbreak always be something to learn from, or should we be okay with mitigating against it?
Everyone should strive to learn from something if it's possible; however, if it becomes too painful, mitigating against heartbreak might be valid.
Oh Yeah, I Loved This Person with Cass Peterson and Kim Pierce
Q: What part of your past relationship with Cass impacted you the most?
Cass being my first love compelled me to believe that I was intelligent and special, which became a pivotal moment in my growth.
Oh Yeah, I Loved This Person with Cass Peterson and Kim Pierce
Q: How did you feel as the relationship evolved and ended?
I felt like I was cheated on and abandoned while Cass pursued sexual exploration that I wasn't ready for, leading to confusion and hurt.
Oh Yeah, I Loved This Person with Cass Peterson and Kim Pierce
Q: What was your heartbreak like with Cass?
It felt devastating, validating my inability to trust people and accentuating childhood wounds, leading to feelings of abandonment and anger.
The Night Does Not Scare Me with Lara Leavoy
Q: What would you offer someone who is facing a breakup with young kids?
I would say make sure you have a good job and never cede power; be prepared for the responsibilities ahead.

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The podcast centers on profound emotional experiences, particularly focusing on themes of heartbreak, mental health, and personal growth. Engaging discussions involve a variety of guests such as artists, therapists, producers, and actors, who share their stories and insights into navigating heartbreak and the complexities of relationships. The conversations typically explore how past experiences inform present emotional challenges, fostering a deeper understanding of love, loss, and the healing process. Listeners can expect a blend of poignant storytelling, therapeutic insights, and a celebration of the resilience found in personal struggles.

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2. Michael Stamm
3. Charlie Bardey
4. Casey Elsass
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7. Jack Cameron Kay
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