Aug 4, 202638 minS1
In Episode 22 of The Carpenter Critique, host Luke Carpenter gives us a review of one of the most popular shows of the last decade, “Game of Thrones” and the psychology Article, “More or Less Likeable: The Role of...
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Welcome to The Carpenter Critique — the show where peer-reviewed research meets popcorn 🍿Hosted by Luke Carpenter (yes, that Carpenter), this podcast dissects movies, TV, and pop culture through the lens of psychology.Each episode breaks down what’s happening on screen and in your brain, blending research psychology with sharp, tongue-in-cheek commentary on modern media. It’s film review meets grad school… but fun.Come for the movies. Stay for the existential analysis of why you cried during a CGI dog scene.
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What is The Carpenter Critique about?
Welcome to The Carpenter Critique, the show where peer-reviewed research meets popcorn 🍿Hosted by Luke Carpenter (yes, that Carpenter), this podcast dissects movies, TV, and pop culture through the lens of psychology. Each episode breaks down what’s happening on screen and in your brain, blending research psychology with sharp, tongue-in-cheek commentary on modern media.
Who hosts The Carpenter Critique?
The Carpenter Critique is hosted by Luke Carpenter. The show has published 23 episodes to date.
What has The Carpenter Critique covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Ep. 22: Game of Thrones and The Psychology of Injustice" (4 August 2026, 38 minutes), "Ep. 21: The Odyssey…Mindset" (28 July 2026, 31 minutes), and "Ep. 20: Leviticus, Christianity, and Fear" (21 July 2026, 35 minutes).
How often does The Carpenter Critique publish?
The Carpenter Critique publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 34 minutes across 23 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on The Carpenter Critique?
Booking probability for The Carpenter Critique is 45%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Carpenter Critique requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Carpenter Critique's contact route on record: verified email.
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Luke Carpenter hosts The Carpenter Critique, a tv podcast with 23 episodes published.
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Episode #21
Ep. 21: The Odyssey…Mindset
Jul 28, 202631 minS1In Episode 21 of The Carpenter Critique, host Luke Carpenter gives us a review of Christopher Nolan’s movie of the summer, “The Odyssey” and the psychology Article, “The Odyssey Mindset: How Ancient Wisdom Can Heal...
Episode #20
Ep. 20: Leviticus, Christianity, and Fear
Jul 21, 202635 minS1In Episode 20 of The Carpenter Critique, host Luke Carpenter gives us a review of the new Australian Horror film, “Leviticus ” by comparing it to the Psychology Article, “Christianity and Fear: The Neuropsychological...
- Jul 14, 202628 minS1
In Episode 19 of The Carpenter Critique, host Luke Carpenter gives us a review of Kane Parson’s breakout Box Office takeover, “Backrooms ” by comparing it to the Psychology Article, “How Inner l Fear Becomes our Worst...
- Jul 6, 202634 minS1
In Episode 18 of The Carpenter Critique, host Luke Carpenter gives us a review of Curry Barker’s breakout Box Office Smash, “Obsession” by comparing it to the psychology Article, “Neuroscience of Obsession: Optimizing...
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- Jun 29, 202639 minS1
In Episode 17 of The Carpenter Critique, host Luke Carpenter gives us a review of the new netflix movie, “Voicemails for Isabelle” by comparing it to the psychology Article, “The Role of Grief in Relationships - Impact...
- Jun 22, 202631 minS1
In Episode 16 of The Carpenter Critique, host Luke Carpenter gives us a review of the HBO’’s Emmy Award-winning show, “Euphoria” by comparing it to D. Angus Clark and colleagues’s Research psychology Article, “Sex...
- Jun 15, 202635 minS1
In Episode 15 of The Carpenter Critique, host Luke Carpenter gives us a review of the HBO’’s Emmy Award-winning show, “Hacks” by comparing it to Jennifer Tuhan Stanley’s Research psychology Article, “Does Your Sense of...
- Jun 8, 202636 minS1
In Episode 14 of The Carpenter Critique, host Luke Carpenter gives us a review of the hit Amazon Prime show, “Off Campus” by comparing it to Pu Song and company’s research study, “Analyzing Psychological Resilience in...
- Jun 1, 202634 minS1
<p>In Episode 13 of The Carpenter Critique, host Luke Carpenter gives us a review of the hit Amazon Prime show, “The Boys” by comparing it to Ashly Adam Townsen’s groundbreaking dissertation, “The Rebellious Mind...
- May 25, 202638 minS1
<p>In Episode 12 of The Carpenter Critique, host Luke Carpenter gives us a review of new movie, “Sheep Detectives” by comparing it to Vanessa Budiawan Soetioso and Izzatul Fithriyah’s research psychology study, “Grief...
- May 18, 202634 minS1
<p>In Episode 11 of The Carpenter Critique, host Luke Carpenter gives us a review of Netflix’s hit series, “Running “Point, by comparing it to Mansi P. Joshi and Amanda B. Diekman’s research psychology study, “My Fair...
- May 11, 202639 minS1
<p>In Episode 10 of The Carpenter Critique, host Luke Carpenter gives us a review of the highly anticipated sequel, "The Devil Wears Prada 2", by comparing it to Michael W. White and Rebecca Ponce De Leon's research...
- May 4, 202635 minS1
<p>In Episode 9 of The Carpenter Critique, host Luke Carpenter gives us a review of the new blockbuster hit, “Michael”, (the story of pop superstar, Michael Jackson), by comparing it to Barbara Sopcic and Bojan Musil’s...
- Apr 27, 202645 minS1
<p>In Episode 8 of The Carpenter Critique, host Luke Carpenter gives us a review of Netflix's hit anthology series, “Beef”, (created by Lee Sung Jin), by comparing it to Ninjing, China’s Southeast University's research...
- Apr 20, 202632 minS1
<p>In Episode 7 of The Carpenter Critique, host Luke Carpenter reviews the new animated film, "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie”, (starring Chris Pratt, Brie Larson and Anya Taylor Joy), by partnering it with the...
- Apr 13, 202633 minS1
<p>In Episode 6 of The Carpenter Critique, host Luke Carpenter gives us a review of A24’s new movie, “The Drama”, (starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson), by comparing it to Daryl Caameron and company’s research...
- Apr 6, 202628 minS1
<p>In Episode 5 of The Carpenter Critique, host Luke Carpenter gives us a review of the brand new Blockbuster smash, "Project Hail Mary" by comparing it to Lawrence J. Walker and Jeremy A. Frimer's research psychology...
- Mar 30, 202626 minS1
<p>In Episode 4 of The Carpenter Critique, host Luke Carpenter gives us a review of the Netflix hit movie, "People We Meet on Vaction" by comparing it to Qiaolan Su's research psychology study with Hezhou University...
- Mar 23, 202626 minS1
<p>In Episode 3 of The Carpenter Critique, host Luke Carpenter gives us a review of the emmy winning, reality TV show "Traitors" season 4 by comparing it to Tim Cole's research psychology study with DePaul University...
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