The Couch and The Culture
by LaKia Lennon, LCSW
The Couch and The Culture is where therapy meets what’s trending. Hosted by a licensed therapist by day, and pop culture enthusiast by night, this show breaks down television, film, song lyrics, and social media headlines in an enlightening but unfiltered way. Join us for each episode on the couch as we uncover the “schemes Todd set up.” Whether you laugh, reflect, learn and repeat, find ways to cope with rage-baiting tweets, the couch is waiting for you, take a seat, let’s remove the stigma with each episode released.
Episodes
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TheCouch&TheCulture EP.9: Love Island USA Season 8- Mental Health Takeaways
Join me in discussing my impressions of Love Island USA Season 8 through a mental health lens.
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Tyra's Accountability, Tourette Syndrome, and Therapy is Demonic?!?
Join me in discussing recent headlines including Tourette Syndrome and racism, Tyra Banks and the ANTM documentary, athlete mental health, and if mental health and therapy is demonic.
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The Fall Off?!?
Join us as we review J. Cole’s most recent album, Glorilla’s family dynamics, and support for survivors of intimate partner violence. Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
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Kai's Anxiety and Kanye's Apology
Join us as we review recent headlines including Kai Cenat's discussion on anxiety and Kanye's apology and mental health revelations.
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A 2025 Mental Health Recap
Recapping the top mental health takeaways from 2025!
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Understanding Attachment Styles
This episode explores recent headlines including Dr. Bryant on Club Shay Shay and the documentary Sean Combs The Reckoning. It also breaks down the different attachment styles in detail with examples from television.
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LET ME EXPLAIN...
This episode debunks myths about therapy and gives more information about the creator. The primary topic this week covers recent pop culture news involving Love and Hip Hop's Masika and RayJ, and ways therapy could impact their recent behaviors.
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BLACK PEOPLE DON'T GO TO THERAPY...
This episode explores common reasons people may not seek out therapy services, possible benefits of starting therapy, relevant questions to find the right therapist for you, and how to start the search. Be sure to listen and stay tuned for more episodes.
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IS THIS TOO DEEP FOR THE INTRO?
The first episode of the couch and the culture sets the ground rules and focuses on safety and stabilization. Please listen and stay tuned for more episodes!
About this show
The Couch and The Culture is where therapy meets what’s trending. Hosted by a licensed therapist by day, and pop culture enthusiast by night, this show breaks down television, film, song lyrics, and social media headlines in an enlightening but unfiltered way. Join us for each episode on the couch as we uncover the “schemes Todd set up.” Whether you laugh, reflect, learn and repeat, find ways to cope with rage-baiting tweets, the couch is waiting for you, take a seat, let’s remove the stigma with each episode released.
Hosted by
LaKia Lennon, LCSW