The best podcasts about Mental Health and Disability Representation on TV and Film

Stephanie's fantastic podcast was one of the first we found with an ethos just like ours. We already think of her as a friend in this world as we all strive to reflect what's currently seen on screen and advocate for it to represent better the lived experiences we represent!

Like Psychocinematic, this is a podcast from a therapist's perspective. Though it doesn't have someone with lived experience discussing films from their perspective, it comes from the expertise of three therapists who look at your favorite blockbuster movies and analyze them through a mental health lens. Definitely worth a listen for those who love blockbusters and haven't really thought about what they have represented on screen.

Heather LOVES horror and loves dissecting what makes horror tick, especially through a mental health lens. Hosts Jenn Adams, Lara Unnerstall, and therapist Mike Snoonian break down horror films through the lens of a specific mental health topic (and back it up with academic research). SWOON. Did you know research is Heather's favorite hobby? Yay, ADHD brain! Very worth a listen, especially if horror is your jam!! PS check out Braaains Halloween episode on Horror and trauma. Well worth a listen!

Mixtape creates a casual environment for her guests to talk about the films that bring up feelings, give you all the feelings whenever you watch them, and how films can represent more than what is expected of them. You learn a lot about her guests through the films they watch and though it's not all about direct representation on screen, there is a lot of discussion on the IMPACT of films on each guest. THIS IS WHY REPRESENTATION MATTERS! And we love the tagline: Come for the hot takes, stay for the cold comfort! Funny!

This isn't *quite* about film and TV but is about people from all backgrounds and their lived experiences with anxiety. Some include the stories of prominent Canadian filmmakers, artists, musicians, and actors. so it's tangential to film & TV. It's worth tapping into these stories to see the wide variety of ways anxiety can present. Though we weren't involved in this project, we want to thank all those who participated as it's hard to share your personal story!!