Therapists Talk TV

Saba Harouni Lurie and Danny Haloossim

Saba Harouni Lurie (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Owner and Founder of Take Root Therapy) and Danny Haloossim (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Psychotherapist) are two best friends who pick a show, watch it together, and tell you about it through the lens of friendship and therapy.

  1. 11/22/2021

    Squid Game

    Join Saba, Danny, and special guest Grace Jung, host of K-Drama School, as they discuss the Netflix series Squid Game. They address the debate about subtitles vs dubbing, consider what motivates the different characters (beyond money), and apologize to John Cusack.

    1h 8m

  2. 11/04/2021

    Ted Lasso

    In this episode, Saba is joined by Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Hannah Hopkins, and AV Club Editor and Producer, Marah Eakin, to discuss the Apple TV Plus series, Ted Lasso. They explore the different romantic relationships and friendships depicted in the show, discuss what makes this show so lovable, and ponder Nate's character and all the spit on mirrors.

    58 min

  3. 10/14/2021

    Together Together

    Saba and Danny review the movie "Together Together." Listen in to hear the two of them explore the topic of surrogacy (including an agreement made between the two of them many years ago), celebrate non-romantic love, and consider what a happy ending would look like for this story.

    54 min

  4. 09/09/2021

    Schmigadoon

    In this episode, Saba and Danny review the Apple TV+ series, Schmigadoon. Join them to find out if they break out in song like the inhabitants of Schmigadoon! They also consider how a musical in a traditional style but set in 2021 tackles topics like race, homosexuality, and religion. Also, find out what musical Saba and Danny would want to live in!

    51 min

  5. 09/02/2021

    White Lotus

    Join Saba and Danny as they discuss the HBO series, White Lotus. They consider the themes of power and privilege, how relatable the different characters are, and marvel at the gift that Jennifer Coolidge is.

    48 min

  6. 08/12/2021

    Special

    In this special episode Saba and Danny are joined by their special guest Janet Shiver, as they review both seasons of the Netflix series, Special. Topics include the depiction of codependent relationships, racism, ableism, and lube.

    1h 2m

  7. 08/05/2021

    Luca

    Join Saba and Danny as they discuss the Disney Pixar animated film, Luca. They consider if it is, in fact, a coded queer love story, discuss the cat Machiavelli, and talk about jealousy vs compersion (the opposite of jealousy).

    52 min

  8. 07/15/2021

    Dummy

    In this episode Saba and Danny review the Roku original, Dummy. They theorize about the sex doll Barbara and if it is in fact a projection of Cody (and what it could mean if it wasn't), they consider the charged and strange scene between the sex doll and 14-year-old boy, and discuss why and when one would self-sabotage.

    46 min
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About

Saba Harouni Lurie (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Owner and Founder of Take Root Therapy) and Danny Haloossim (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Psychotherapist) are two best friends who pick a show, watch it together, and tell you about it through the lens of friendship and therapy.

Information

  • Creator
    Saba Harouni Lurie and Danny Haloossim
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    32
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    Therapists Talk TV