Rose Tinted Time

Rose Tinted Time

Author: Virginia Jones and Laura Ryan, LMFT - Mental Wellness & Humor June 25, 2026 Duration: 37:35

Why are we obsessed with the good old days?


References:


Johno Verity: Interview with Aaron, The Gas Lamplighter


Why Millions Are Watching Dr. Parkinstine Live Like It’s 1915: Ashley Fike


Subway Takes: The Fight Against Cobblestones: Ft. Gabriella Karefa Johnson


Why are we so obsessed with the past?: Joelle Maillard


Why Are People Suddenly Obsessed With Life in the Middle Ages?: Tanner Garrity


What Is Generation Z’s Obsession With The Past?:Tyrah Sweeting


Psychologists Explain Why Everyone’s Suddenly Obsessed With "Grandma Things": Meghan Shouse


Why Is Pop Culture So Obsessed with the 1920s?: Annalee Newitz


Were Things Really Better In The Past? The Science Behind Our Obsession With A Lost “Golden Age” It's all going downhill. Or is it...?: Benjamin Taub


Nostalgia/Digital Transformation/Mental Health /Mental Health Advice/Pop Culture/Mental Health Awareness/Trauma Recovery/Sisters/Wellness & Healing/Humor/Trauma Healing/Humor & Healing/Licensed Therapist/LMFT/Mental Wellness




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: 50

My Sister's A Therapist- Mental Health, Wellness, and Healing with Humor
Podcast Episodes
The Manosphere! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:03
Laura and Virginia break down the Manosphere documentary by Louis Theroux. Louis, if you're reading this, just know that we love you Theroux and Theroux.Mental Health Advice/Pop Culture/Mental Health Awareness/Trauma Rec…
Secrets! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:50
A listener asks- how do tell my husband about my thumb-sucking? And other secrets worth discussing.Mental Health Advice/Pop Culture/Mental Health Awareness/Trauma Recovery/Sisters/Wellness & Healing/Humor/Trauma Healing/…
Sleepmaxxing! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:33
The girls talk about the hottest tips and trends in restorative sleep, sleepmaxxing, the importance of taking care of yourself.References:201 hours awake: The DJ who dared to defy sleep: by Sasha SpencerMental Health Adv…
Recenter Yourself [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:32
As soon as you were born, your Mom told you how important it is to meet a man and get married. Movies told you. Television told you. Even the toys you played with told you. But now, we're not so sure! Should we center ou…
OBEY [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:47
What would it take for you to become a jackbooted government-funded thug? The answer might surprise you! Mental Health Advice/Pop Culture/Mental Health Awareness/Trauma Recovery/Sisters/Wellness & Healing/Humor/Trauma He…
Neuro Emotional Technique, with Dr. Melissa Carrick! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:06
Dr. Carrick comes on to discuss NET, EMDR, the mind-body connection, chiropractors, and Rene Descartes!References: Netmindbody.comlauraryan.orgAnd How Did That Make You Feel? Podcast: Dr. Kim MakoiStressed: A Documentary…
Sad Boyz [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:24
On the eternal attraction of sad, depressed men- Robert Smith, you have set me up for failure:How dating a man with poor self-esteem will destroy your life as well as his! Mental Health Advice/Pop Culture/Mental Health A…
Building Wellness, with Special Guest Lane Hicks [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:54
This week, architect and designer Lane Hicks joins us to talk about the effects of scale on human interaction. She advises on what makes a good church, comedy club, or Chili's, and Laura holds forth for Hobbiton. Referen…
The Mandela Effect [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:07
Are we on a different timeline, is it mass hypnosis, or do we just not know how to spell Bearenstain? Common examples and some explanations for the Mandela Effect. Features a special guest appearance from Star Wars exper…
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…