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You Must Be Some Kind of Therapist

Stephanie Winn
Mental Health
Gender Identity
Gender Dysphoria
Transgender Identity
Gender-Affirming Care
Rapid Onset Gender Dysphoria
ROGD Repair
Gender Ideology
Parenting
Parental Rights
Transgender Issues
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Family Dynamics
Scapegoating
Women's Rights
Christianity
Social Media
Group Dynamics
Gender Identity Ideology
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A podcast at the intersection of psychology and culture that intimately explores the human experience and critiques the counseling profession. Your host, Stephanie Winn, distills wisdom gained from her practice as a family therapist and coach while pivoting towards questions of how to apply a practical understanding of psychology to the novel dilemmas of the 21st century, from political polarizati... more

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My friend Soad Tabrizi — therapist, founder of Conservative Counselors, and a returning guest — asked if she could reverse-interview me about my own story, and I said yes. What came out was far more than I planned to... more

The psychedelic renaissance is here — money is pouring in, states are legalizing, and a federal executive order has fast-tracked ibogaine research for veterans. But if you’re a conservative, a skeptic, or just politically homeless, is there room for ... more

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Retired Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court Justice Elspeth Cypher returns to the podcast (her first appearance was episode 183) to map the legal landscape of the gender turf wars, fought on four major frontiers: prisons, schools, sports, and therap... more

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I'm welcoming back filmmaker Simon Esler, who first appeared on this podcast back on episode 54 to discuss his documentary Cut: Daughters of the West. This time, we're diving into his new docuseries You Are Here, which explores the landscape of cogni... more

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Recent Guests

Wesley Smith
Co-author of Sensible Psychedelics, conservative-leaning psychologist
Sensible Psychedelics (book)
Episode: 229. When Psychedelic Therapy Imprints Politics Onto Vulnerable Patients | Karen King & Wesley Smith
Simon Esler
Filmmaker and creator of You Are Here series
Dauntless Dialogue (platform for project distribution)
Episode: 227. Cognitive Warfare, Moral Inversion, and the War on Children with Simon Esler
Kim O
Relational soul coach and author who has appeared on prior episodes (80 and 101)
Self-employed coach and author
Episode: 226. Clever Parenting: Faith in Your Teen's Soul, with Kim O
Will Dobud
Social worker, researcher, educator, and writer
Episode: 225. Teens and Screens, Part 2: The Case Against Moral Panic with Dr. Will Dobud
Tanya de Grunwald
Host of This Isn't Working; creator of This Is Working, a business community for employers
This Isn't Working / This Is Working
Episode: 220. The Corporate Vibe Shift: Tanya de Grunwald on Why This Isn't Working
Suzannah Alexander
Whistleblower on Counseling Education in America Today
Diogenes in Exile (Substack blog)
Episode: 214. Too Buddhist, Not Self-Hating Enough: Counseling Whistleblower Suzannah Alexander
Matt Osborne
Conflict historian and writer
The Distance Magazine; Genspect
Episode: 213. History Unfolding: Gender Ideology as Civilizational Warfare with Matt Osborne
Mia Hughes
Director of Genspect Canada, Senior Fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, writer and researcher on gender issues
Genspect Canada; Macdonald-Laurier Institute
Episode: 211. Mia Hughes: Trans as an Extreme Overvalued Belief — Cracking the Code
Dean Broyles
Constitutional attorney; president of the National Center for Law and Policy
National Center for Law and Policy
Episode: 209. When Schools Keep Secrets: Parental Rights, Teachers & the Supreme Court | Dean Broyles

Host

Stephanie Winn
Host of the show; interviewer and practicing family therapist; coach

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 419 ratings
  • Osborne

    Terrific podcast with Matt Osborne. One of the most thought provoking and unique podcasts you’ve ever had. I had not heard his point of view in the paradigm he promulgated. Wow

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nome Chapel
    United States4 months ago
  • Yesss

    Terrific podcast with 2 brave and important thinker. They are bulwarks battling Transgenderism.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gnome chopper
    United States4 months ago
  • Thoughtful

    Thoughtful conversations with professionals in different fields

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PDX 97206
    United States6 months ago
  • Excellent

    Loved the show as a YouTube channel and like the in depth conversation more in podcast format

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gnome chopper
    United States7 months ago
  • Thoughtful and intelligent

    Every interview is eye opening and the observations are reasonable and compassionate. Really great podcast.

    Ps - Dr Haim is a true hero.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rrr in texas
    United States9 months ago

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227. Cognitive Warfare, Moral Inversion, and the War on Children with Simon Esler
Q: What is cognitive warfare and why is it a central frame for understanding current cultural conflicts?
Cognitive warfare is described as warfare that targets perception and belief systems, not just physical territory, with modern technology amplifying the ability to shape minds and narratives. The discussion emphasizes guarding free thought and developing resilience against manipulation.
223. The HIV Money Trail Behind Global Transgender Health Policy | Róisín Michaux Returns
Q: What is the plan in this WHO guideline development group and what outcomes are they aiming for?
The plan is to mainstream trans health care in national health systems, including hormone treatment and education for public health professionals, while aligning with sustainable development goals and collecting data to back these outcomes, though there is tension between activist demands and data-driven endpoints.
222. Unprofessional Conduct: The Vague Phrase That Can End Your License | Diana Lutfi
Q: How does the guest describe the impact of licensing boards on clinical practice?
Licensing boards can trigger investigations and potential license discipline based on vague standards, causing clinicians to self-censor or avoid certain patient populations, which undermines patient access to diverse care approaches and undermines clinician autonomy.
222. Unprofessional Conduct: The Vague Phrase That Can End Your License | Diana Lutfi
Q: What is the core concern with Colorado's approach to professional speech and 'unprofessional conduct'?
The concern is that broad, vague regulatory language gives boards sweeping power to discipline clinicians for speech or actions that diverge from a preferred 'affirmation-only' approach, effectively chilling professional discourse and potentially punishing clinicians for practicing according to conscience and individualized care.
221. Ryan Rogers: Gas Station Opioids, Faith-Based Recovery, and Honest Therapy
Q: Do some of your patients seek you out specifically for a faith-based recovery approach?
Yes, many patients are interested in Christian-based recovery, and he leads Christian Therapy at his rehab, integrating faith with 12-step principles.

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The show consistently probes the intersection of psychology, culture, and ethics through long-form conversations with clinicians, researchers, writers, and policy-focused guests. Episodes often center on mental health practice, debates around gender, ethics in therapy and healthcare regulation, and how broader societal trends shape clinical work. Notable strengths include a steady, thoughtful interview style, a willingness to challenge conventional narratives, and a track record of featuring diverse viewpoints from clinicians, academics, and advocates. Listeners likely seek rigorous discussions that weigh data, lived experience, and professional judgment when navigating controversial topics. This channel may appeal to practitioners, policym... more

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8. Mia Hughes

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