My Heroic Life

This week, Matt chats with Trey Miller as they break down their favorite moments Falcon and the Winter soldier. Trey and Matt also discuss a few important mental health topics like body image, body shaming, how we look at ourselves in the mirror, and how to love ourselves no matter what shape we are, or what point we're at in our mental health journey.

This week, Matt interviews Dr. Janina Scarlet, a licensed clinical psychologist, author, speaker, and creator of Superhero Therapy. They discuss her inspiration for superhero therapy, her new book: Super Women, her favorite heroes, and why therapy is an important tool to utilize, no matter where you might be in life.
Dr. Janina Scarlet is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Author, TEDx Speaker, and a full-time geek. A Ukrainian-born refugee, she survived Chernobyl radiation and persecution. She immigrated to the United States at the age of 12 with her family and later, inspired by the X-Men, developed Superhero Therapy to help patients with anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
Dr. Scarlet is the recipient of the Eleanor Roosevelt Human Rights Award by the United Nations Association for her work on Superhero Therapy. Her work has been featured on Yahoo, BBC, NPR, Sunday Times, CNN, CW, ABC, The New York Times, Forbes, the Nerdist, BuzzFeed, and many other outlets.

This week, Matt chats with actress Tenaya Cleveland from Atlanta, GA to discuss mental health, finding the right support group, and achieving an abundance mentality. Tenaya also shares her favorite superheroes, and how navigating the dark places in life are the key to finding what it takes to become a hero.

This week, Matt interviews Sam Williams, Dade Elza and Brandon Marino for a special episode as they break down their favorite moments from the newly released 4 hour cut of the Justice League. Join us as we discuss what we thought worked from the new version, how this film raised awareness for mental health and suicide, and what this film might mean for the future of the DC Cinematic universe!

This week, Matt interviews Nick Oliaro, a writer and tech student from Wisconsin. In this episode, Nick shares how he turned his love and passion for superheroes into writing his own superhero universe, starring his best friends as the main characters! With continued support from his friends, family, and classmates, Nick was motivated to create his own "Young Avengers" inspired superhero universe that has spanned across three books with over a hundred characters. Nick also shares how he overcame challenges with mental health and growing up on the autism spectrum with Asperger's, and how friendship is the most important aspect of being a true hero.

This week, Matt is joined by his childhood friend Cooper Heston, as they discuss their favorite superhero shows and their personal experiences with mental health and overcoming depression. They discuss the power of setting goals and accomplishing tasks on the way to self mastery, and finding the right balance in their lives.

There are moments in life that change us, and set us on a path towards growth and self discovery. Our guest this week, Arnold Chun, is someone who experienced one of these life changing moments. Years ago, after struggling for years with depression, Arnold nearly lost his life in a car accident. It is not only remarkable that he survived, but stepped forward from this dark moment and grew from it. Arnold went on to star as an actor in several hit shows, including the Big Bang Theory and Man in the High Castle, but most notably, Arnold became a father.
In this episode, Arnold shares his story of breaking into the film industry, recovering from depression, allowing yourself to be vulnerable, and controlling what you can when the odds seem stacked against you.

Have you ever felt intense shame, grief or guilt over a past mistake or traumatic event? In this weeks episode, Matt discusses the superpower of self-forgiveness. In the wake of so much heartbreak and tragedy in recent weeks, Matt shares the story of a familiar superhero who found the hope and strength to carry on after a horrific event.

Have you ever struggled with finding your own path, or felt unsure about what step to take next, or which direction your life should go? You might be feeling like Nightwing, a superhero who used to go by the name of Robin, and trained under Batman. After Bruce Wayne cut ties with Robin, Dick Grayson had to decide which path to take next, and how to become his own superhero.
On this weeks episode, I had an amazing time talking with Brandon Marino, an actor and martial artist who has a deep connection with Nightwing. We break down some of our favorite qualities about Nightwing and how he inspires us both. Brandon and I also discuss trauma, recovering from toxic relationships, the benefits of therapy and so much more.