Today we’re diving deep into one of the most emotional and powerful films on Netflix — K-Pop Demon Hunters. We’re joined by Dr. Sulman Aziz Mirza, MD, a triple board-certified psychiatrist, mental health advocate, and YouTube creator who’s helping redefine representation in medicine and media.

Together, we explore:

💔 What it means to live with shame, guilt, and loneliness when you feel “different”

🔥 The power of self-acceptance and affirming relationships

🧠 Why masking and hiding your identity can be so painful for neurodivergent folks

💞 The healing moment in the film when she cries out, “I need you to love all of me” — and why it resonates with so many of us

This episode blends emotion, culture, and mental health in a conversation that will move you to tears and laughter.

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✨ Be sure to follow Dr. Sulman Aziz Mirza for more incredible insights and healing work!

💬 Join the conversation:

What moment in K-Pop Demon Hunters hit you the hardest?

Have you ever felt unseen — and what helped you heal?

Thanks for checking out Different Spectrums! 🎙️ We're a podcast led by licensed therapists and neurodivergent individuals who explore emotions in movies and shows. Our mission is to normalize mental health challenges and promote understanding.

Join your founders and hosts, Dr. Nazeer Zerka and Spencer Srnec, as we process some key scenes to help you better understand your emotions and maybe even find some validation in them.

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0:59 Intro

6:56 Scenes

19:22 Discussion

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Today we’re beyond honored to be joined by the brilliant Dr. Akeem Nassor Marsh — a highly respected, board-certified Black psychiatrist, professor, author, and true inspiration.

Together we dive into Marvel’s Ironheart on Disney+ and use it as a lens to explore:

💔 The complexity of grief, from childhood losses to family, dreams, and community

🧠 How trauma can make us compartmentalize — hiding good memories to avoid painful ones

🪞 Representation & mentorship — why it matters for Black and Brown youth to see themselves in positions of power

🎭 The balance between nerd culture, mental health, and hope for the future

Dr. Marsh shares powerful wisdom on healing, community, and why we must sit with both the joy and the sorrow to truly grow. He also breaks down scenes from Ironheart — from laughter with family to grief, loss, and the moment “Ironheart” was born.

📚 Be sure to support Dr. Marsh and check out his book Not Just Bad Kids!

💭 Question for you:

How do you personally process grief — do you lean in or pull away?

Which Marvel character has taught you the most about resilience and representation?

Thanks for checking out Different Spectrums! 🎙️ We're a podcast led by licensed therapists and neurodivergent individuals who explore emotions in movies and shows. Our mission is to normalize mental health challenges and promote understanding.

Join your founders and hosts, Dr. Nazeer Zerka and Spencer Srnec, as we process some key scenes to help you better understand your emotions and maybe even find some validation in them.

To find our new guest: Dr. Akeem Nassor Marsh

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0:59 Intro

6:08 Scenes

17:15 Discussion

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Today we’re diving deep into The Matrix with our amazing guest, Kimika Banfield — HR specialist, content creator, autistic and ADHD advocate.

We explore what it really means to live inside “the Matrix” and the courage it takes to break free, unmask, and live authentically as a neurodivergent person.

✨ In this episode we cover:

🟦 Red Pill vs. Blue Pill: Why so many of us choose comfort, safety, and masking… but what freedom looks like once you step out.

👗 The Girl in the Red Dress: Distractions, illusions, and how the world pulls our focus from what truly matters.

🌀 Burnout & The Corporate Rat Race: Kimika’s journey through Fortune 500 burnout and learning to set real boundaries.

🧠 Autism & ADHD Together: How late diagnosis, unmasking, and affirming differences reshaped her life and identity.

❤️ Life Beyond the Matrix: Parenting, dating, love, career changes, and what keeps us motivated to move forward.

This conversation is funny, real, and packed with wisdom from a fellow neurodivergent voice of color navigating a world not built for us.

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Apple | Spotify | YouTube

👉 Questions for you:

Would you take the red pill or blue pill?

What distractions keep you in your own “Matrix”?

How has unmasking changed your life?

Thanks for checking out Different Spectrums! 🎙️ We're a podcast led by licensed therapists and neurodivergent individuals who explore emotions in movies and shows. Our mission is to normalize mental health challenges and promote understanding.

Join your founders and hosts, Dr. Nazeer Zerka and Spencer Srnec, as we process some key scenes to help you better understand your emotions and maybe even find some validation in them.

To find our new guest: Kimika Banfield

https://www.instagram.com/makeitneurodivergent/

Episode Breakdown:

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0:59 Intro

5:33 Scenes

12:37 Discussion

We’d love to hear your ideas for future episodes and connect with you on social media. You can find all our links here: https://linktr.ee/different_spectrums

⚠️ Reminder: Our podcast isn’t a substitute for therapy. If you need help, please seek professional assistance or call 988 for the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline or 911 in case of an emergency.

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