Minds Over Magic
By Katya & Katheryn
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Episodes: 33
Description
Minds Over Magic is where fantasy and psychology meet.
Hosted by Katya, a romantasy fan, and Katheryn, a psychotherapist new to the genre, we explore romantic fantasy through both fandom passion and psychological insight.
Our first season covers Fourth Wing, and our second season explores Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros.
Each weekly episode dives into plot twists, character struggles, and themes of survival, power, and love — with lively banter, thoughtful analysis, and plenty of dragons. So grab your book and join us as we explore the magic, the romance, and the psychology behind the pages.
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Interview with Evan Kidwell — Bullying, Belonging & Finding Your Path
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May 04, 2026 |
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Iron Flame Ch. 31–34: The Archives Heist — Why We Slip at the Finish Line
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Apr 27, 2026 |
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Iron Flame Ch. 26–30: Self-Worth & Emotional Avoidance — Exes & Boundaries
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Apr 20, 2026 |
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Iron Flame Ch. 21–25: Interpreting People & Manipulation — Can You Trust What You See
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Apr 13, 2026 |
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Iron Flame Ch. 16–20: Isolation, Control & Emotional Breaking Points — When It All Comes Out
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Apr 06, 2026 |
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Iron Flame Ch. 11–15: When Teams Fail — Ego, Trust & Chaos in the Woods
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Mar 30, 2026 |
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Iron Flame Ch. 6–10: Silence and Control — Secrets That Kill
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Mar 23, 2026 |
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Iron Flame Ch. 1–5: The Psychology of Growth — Violet's New Purpose
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Mar 16, 2026 |
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Fourth Wing Psychology Q&A: Trust, Betrayal, Attraction & Survival
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Mar 09, 2026 |
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Fourth Wing Ch. 38–39: The Psychology of Regret — After the Fall
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Mar 02, 2026 |
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Fourth Wing Ch. 36–37: Grief and Survivor’s Guilt — Beneath a Sky of Falling Wyvern
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Feb 23, 2026 |
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Fourth Wing Ch. 34–35: Broken Trust & Survival Mode — When the Brain Stays on High Alert
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Feb 16, 2026 |
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Fourth Wing Ch. 32–33: Love, Care & the Problem of Control — Why Strong People Struggle to Receive Care
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Feb 09, 2026 |
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Fourth Wing Ch. 30–31: Intimacy, Boundaries & Emotional Honesty — Coping vs. Connection
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Feb 02, 2026 |
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Fourth Wing Ch. 28–29: Power Before Readiness — Accepting the Lightning
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Jan 26, 2026 |
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Fourth Wing Ch. 26–27: Identity Strain & Role Conflict — Hard Truths, Soft Moments
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Jan 19, 2026 |
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Fourth Wing Ch. 24–25: Desire vs. Responsibility — The Weight of Self-Control
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Jan 12, 2026 |
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Fourth Wing Ch. 22–23: Desire, Agency & the Consent Grey Zone — Blame the Dragons
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Dec 29, 2025 |
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Fourth Wing Ch. 20–21: Entitlement vs. Boundaries — The Power of Perspective
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Dec 22, 2025 |
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Fourth Wing Ch. 18–19: Control vs. Belief (Dain vs. Xaden) — Dragons’ Gifts
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Dec 15, 2025 |
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Fourth Wing Ch. 17: Identity Recalibration — Status Shifts & Shaky Hearts
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Dec 08, 2025 |
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Fourth Wing Ch. 15–16: Impostor Syndrome & Control vs. Loyalty — Breaking the System
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Dec 01, 2025 |
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Fourth Wing Ch. 13–14: Moral Integrity Under Lethal Threat — Mean Boys & Big Fears
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Nov 24, 2025 |
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Fourth Wing Ch. 12: Coping Mechanisms Under Threat — Emotional Support Squad
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Nov 17, 2025 |
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Fourth Wing Ch. 11: Agency Through Commitment — The Right Way Isn’t the Only Way
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Nov 10, 2025 |
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Fourth Wing Ch. 10: Self-Talk & Mental Resilience Under Pressure — Endurance at Basgiath
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Nov 03, 2025 |
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Fourth Wing Ch. 8–9: Acceptance & Self-Worth — Daggers, Dragons & Defense Mechanisms
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Nov 03, 2025 |
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Fourth Wing Ch. 6–7: Autonomy vs. Protective Control — Secrets in the Shadows
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Oct 20, 2025 |
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Fourth Wing Ch. 4–5: Hypervigilance & Power Dynamics — Whispered Motives and Broken Bones
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Oct 13, 2025 |
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Fourth Wing Ch. 3: Anxiety, Belonging & Trust — Between Comfort & Control
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Oct 06, 2025 |
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Fourth Wing Ch. 2: Survival Anxiety at Basgiath — Fear on the Edge
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Sep 29, 2025 |
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Fourth Wing Ch. 1: Surviving the First Day — Parental Pressure, Sibling Dynamics & Grief
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Sep 22, 2025 |
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Who We Are & Why Magic Needs Therapy
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Sep 15, 2025 |