
When Ego Replaces Leadership: Trump's Reaction to Rob Reiner's Murder | Shrink Space E.58
23/12/2025 | 41 mins.
Psychologists Rob and Dave discuss Donald Trump’s tweet about the death of Rob Reiner, exploring what may have motivated the response and whether it reflects a narcissistic injury. A focused psychological look at ego threat and defensiveness, without a political debate.

When Wealth Stops Protecting You: Sean Combs and the Psychology of Power | Shrink Space E.57
16/12/2025 | 1h 1 mins.
We analyze Sean Combs: The Reckoning through a psychological lens. This episode explores Sean Combs’ upbringing, behavioral patterns, and the hedonic treadmill to show how ambition and influence shape decisions and relationships.

Want to Change? Start Doing Something | Shrink Space E.56
09/12/2025 | 55 mins.
Can people actually change? It’s one of the oldest questions in psychology — and one we get asked all the time. In this episode of Shrink Space, Dave (a counseling psychologist) and Rob (an IO psychologist) break down what it really takes for a person to change, why some people don’t.📺 Watch more Shrink Space for grounded, insightful conversations where real psychology meets real life.👇 Leave a comment with your thoughts—we might feature it in the next episode!#PsychologyPodcast #burnout #ShrinkSpace #PopPsych #DavidColarossi #RobPattersonFollow us on Social Mediahttps://www.instagram.com/shrinkspaceshow/https://www.tiktok.com/@shrinkspaceshow

Virtuous Victimhood: Britney, Bieber and the Psychology Behind It | Shrink Space E.55
04/12/2025 | 48 mins.
In this episode we dig into the psychology of virtuous victimhood and how it plays out in both everyday life and celebrity culture. We start with an AITA story and move into examples from Britney Spears, Jussie Smollett, Chappell Roan and Justin Bieber. We talk about what virtuous victimhood actually is, why some people might lean into it and how these narratives shape the way we see responsibility, fame and social media.Follow us on social media: Instagram | TikTok

Gratitude– Psychologists Ask If It’s Overrated | Shrink Space Ep. 54
26/11/2025 | 1h 5 mins.
We’re bringing back an old favorite for the holiday season. In this reissued episode, Rob and Dave talk Thanksgiving traditions, the hype around gratitude journals, and whether focusing on the positive actually helps. Expect humor, personal stories, and some surprisingly honest reflections about what they’re grateful for.If you want to see more Shrink Space, make sure to like this video, and subscribe to the channel!



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