Healthy Geek Academy

Robyn Warren leads the modern geek on a personalized wellness journey


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23. We’re Talking About The COVID Vaccine, Too! – Transcript

This is an AI generated transcript that has not been edited yet.  If you would like to report an error, or request another transcript be generated, please do so at this form: https://airtable.com/shreoHGOiAh2eFVwM. Thank you! Mischief Media 0:00 You’re listening to Mischief Media. Robyn Warren 0:04 [ad] Hi all. I want to talk to you about united...

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23. We’re Talking About The COVID Vaccine, Too!

Episode transcript now available: http://healthygeekacademy.mischiefmedia.com/2021/05/13/23-were-talking-about-the-covid-vaccine-too-transcript/ — Look we know you may be tired of hearing about it, and that’s fair, but you really should listen to this very special, Robyn-solo lecture, all about the COVID-19 vaccines. How we got here, what you should know, and all of the pesky myths surrounding it. (something something “now we...

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22. Fanfic Your Life

You’ve got three voices, for the price of one on this week’s Healthy Geek Academy! Robyn chats with Justine Mastin and Larisa Garski, hosts of the Starship Therapise podcast, and authors of the book of the same name, all about how to use fandom relationships and references to better our own lives.  The trio talk...

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21. At Least Try and Apologize

What is the Healthy Geek Academy if not the spread of knowledge and fandom persevering? Robyn is joined once again by Marvel scholar (…basically), Aylin Aquino, to break down the end of WandaVision. Robyn and Aylin discuss the not so great exposure therapy that Wanda goes through, the realness in Elizabeth Olsen’s performance, Monica’s empathy, and the...

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20. The Most Guy Question to Ever Guy

America loves a sequel and today’s episode of Health Geek Academy doubles down on that. Robyn welcomes back sex educator and friend of the pod Rose Del Vecchio to chat more about all of the yearning and sex information found in Netflix’s Bridgerton. The pair answer a listener email, get into the show’s artist parties,...

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19. It’s the Anticipation

It doesn’t matter how much time has passed, Bridgerton is still a show being discussed and discovered and loved by many. Robyn talks about the interesting ways sex education is explored in the show, and the ramifications of when that same education is lacking. It’s a sexy regency fantasy, albeit an at times problematic one,...

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18. Live from Westview!

It was a new episode ALL ALONG! Robyn is joined by her good friend and self-proclaimed Marvel Trash, Aylin Aquino to chat all about WandaVision! From what drew them both to Marvel comics and the MCU, to the excellent work the show has done so far in regards to trauma and mental health, this episode has...

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17. So Many Acronyms

Today, Robyn is joined by super geek, and licensed psychologist Elizabeth Kilmer! The duo discuss accessibility in and the best ways to find a therapist, as well as the intersections between geeks and therapy. Learn more about our guest! Elizabeth (and her husband) on twitter: https://twitter.com/DoctorsKilmer You can learn more about Game To Grow by checking...

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16. Health in X-Men

Health in fandom returns as Robyn decides to dig deep into her favorite comic property: the X-Men. She discusses the best (and often worst) examples of wellness inside of the property, and how we can translate those lessons into our own lives. Resources used/mentioned in this episode: On family style meals: https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/nutrition/resources/servmealsfs.htm Wolverine beer meme: https://en.dopl3r.com/memes/dank/can-i-help-are-you-a-beer/173054 Mental...

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15. A Bunch of Soccer Moms and Me

Recorded on election eve in a haze of nerves, it’s an interview episode! Robyn speaks with HGA producer and super nerd Leah Cornish (@Leah617 on twitter and instagram). The pair talk a hilarious Animorphs connection, self-teaching your way into a job opportunity, and being in every childhood sport one can be in. Remember to go...

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14. A-ing your Qs!

This week is a Q&A episode! Robyn answers questions from instagram about healthy skin, eating rules for workouts, and the Mediterranean diet! Resources used: https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/in-depth/skin-care/art-20048237 https://www.huffpost.com/entry/winter-skin-tips_n_5a53e784e4b003133ecb658c https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/healthy-eating/how-to-build-more-muscle-with-less-protein?page=1 https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/how-much-protein-do-you-need-every-day-201506188096 https://www.health.harvard.edu/womens-health/do-you-need-to-see-your-gynecologist-every-year https://www.cdc.gov/healthypets/health-benefits/index.html https://www.acefitness.org/education-and-resources/professional/expert-articles/5800/3-r-s-of-workout-recovery-nutrition/ https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/mediterranean-diet/art-20047801 — Remember to go and install Tab for a Cause today. Join our team by signing up at tabforacause.org/healthygeek — Visit patreon.com/makingmischief to...

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13. #USELUBE

Robyn gets her educator nerd on in this interview episode with fellow geeky business owner and sex health educator Rose Del Vecchio. The pair discuss Rose’s convention origins, the dimensions of wellness in health education, and the stigmas surrounding geeks and sex.  You can follow Rose over on instagram @rosejianlan; or you can check out...

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