OBEY

OBEY

Author: Virginia Jones and Laura Ryan, LMFT - Mental Wellness & Humor March 12, 2026 Duration: 37:47

What would it take for you to become a jackbooted government-funded thug? The answer might surprise you!


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Ever wondered what happens when a licensed family therapist and a standup comedian are also sisters? That’s the unique dynamic at the heart of My Sister's A Therapist-Mental Health, Wellness, and Healing with Humor. Hosted by Virginia Jones and Laura Ryan, LMFT, this conversation feels like you’re sitting in on a deeply personal, often hilarious chat between siblings who’ve seen it all. Laura brings professional insight from her therapy practice, while Virginia offers the comedic relief and pop culture savvy, making topics like anxiety, trauma, and personal growth surprisingly approachable. You’ll hear real, actionable advice woven seamlessly with their own family stories and anecdotes, proving that healing doesn’t always have to be a solemn process. Episodes dive into everything from feminism and trending TikTok dramas to interviews with special guests and direct responses to listener questions. The result is a genuinely comforting yet entertaining space that demystifies mental wellness. This podcast stands out because it’s built on a lifetime of shared history, offering a blend of expertise and relatability that’s hard to find elsewhere. Tune in for a dose of clarity, connection, and the kind of laughter that feels just as important as the advice.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

My Sister's A Therapist- Mental Health, Wellness, and Healing with Humor
Podcast Episodes
Toxic Friends- with Maria Bamford! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:34
How can you tell whether a friend is toxic? What if you're the toxic friend? With special guest Maria Bamford!Maria is the star of Lady Dynamite, Comedians of Comedy, and the new Judd Apatow documentary, Paralyzed by Hop…
Irresponsible Diagnoses: West End Girl [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:51
Lily Allen released one of 2025's top albums after being recklessly played by her husband, David Harbour. What happened? What does Virginia suspect? What can we learn about narcissists, narcissist discard, infidelity, an…
The Experts [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:37
Is the age of AI the end of the expert? What does it take to achieve mastery of something, and why do we want it so much?References:Outliers: The Story of Success: Malcolm GladwellIt's All In Your Head: How To Achieve Ma…
Love Starved [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:34
If you're obsessed with your white knight, the fairy tale, and happily ever after- how was your relationship with your Dad? Bad, right?Zach Woods-Emotional Neglect-Lily Allen- Licensed Therapist-Licensed Marriage and Fam…
It’s Trichy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:14
We get a listener question from Sharon, who twirls her hair for up to five hours a day and wishes she could stop!What are the commonalities between OCD and and Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors?Why is it mostly women who…
Very Superstitious [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:03
My Sister's A Therapist is dropping a special New Year's Eve episode- where do NYE traditions come from? Why do we have superstitions- and how close are they to OCD?References: The History of New Year’s Eve35 Crazy New Y…
Forgiveness [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:37
Why does grudge holding feel so good, if it's so bad for you? How can I let go of these feelings, and improve my life? The sisters discuss the benefits of letting it go.Buddhism+Forgiveness+Grudges+#MeToo+Stress+Anxiety+…
Memories Aren't Receipts [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:41
Your brain is tricking you, and you love it! Why we are SO CONFIDENT in our memories, although they are USUALLY WRONG. Why we remember traumatic events, and how we can move past them.References:Roger Brown's Flashbulb Me…
Irresponsible Diagnoses: It's A Wonderful Life [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:39
Laura and Virginia diagnose their favorite characters in the Frank Capra classic, It's A Wonderful Life. We love you, Jimmy Stewart! Mental health- feminism-family dynamics-LMFT -intermittent explosive disorder- Borderli…
Morals [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:20
Sometimes, an episode is based on a fan letter. Sometimes, it's tiktok. This week, it's a conversation Virginia had with a dummy. Where do morals come from? Is it God?Philosophy- moral philosophy- Heinz dilemma- atheism-…