Welcome to That’s Debatable, Darling
A podcast where psychology meets pop culture, power, and the messy beauty of being human. Hosted by Mary Lou Erickson, an Industrial & Organizational Practitioner who brings raw insight, humor, and truth about why people act the way they do.
Debate. Dish. Disrupt.
Why People Cheat And What It Really Says About Them
We’ve all heard the excuses. “It just happened.” “I wasn’thappy.” “It didn’t mean anything.” But what does the psychology actually say about why people cheat and more importantly, what does it reveal about them?
In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain oninfidelity: the attachment styles, the ego, the unmet needs, and the self-narratives people construct to justify betrayal.
Spoiler: it’s rarely just about the relationship they’re in.Whether you’ve been cheated on, done the cheating, or just have opinions, this one’s going to hit.
13 Jan 2026
A Gentle Reset: Welcoming 2026
A Gentle Reset: Welcoming 2026 opens the new year with reflection, intention, and ease. I share how rest, culture, and quiet moments helped me reset after the holidays along with a softer approach to resolutions and what it really means to begin again without pressure.
18 Nov 2025
Are TV & Movies Getting Dumber… Or Are We?
A quick dive into why movies are getting shorter, conversations getting lazier, and opinions becoming copy-paste?
This episode exposes the cultural shift toward mental shortcuts and what we’re losing when thinking starts to feel like work.
11 Nov 2025
Into the Rabbit Hole: How the Internet Rewired Belief.
In this episode, we unravel how the internet didn’t just change how we think; it changed what we believe.
28 Oct 2025
The Situationship Economy: How We’re Emotionally Investing Without Commitment
The Situationship Economy: How We’re Emotionally Investing Without Commitment
In this episode, we unpack the modern dating paradox, giving relationship-level energy without the title. From emotional labor to blurred boundaries, we explore why so many of us are “almost together” yet still alone.
Tune in as we break down the psychology, cultural shifts, and silent costs of emotional investment without commitment.
14 Oct 2025
Calm in the Chaos: Stoicism, Politics, and the Power of Composure
This episode discusses the art of staying calm in the chaos. Where stoicism meets the storm of modern politics and personal power. This episode explores how composure isn’t weakness, but the ultimate form of control in a world fueled by outrage and reaction. Join Mary Lou as she unpacks the psychology of restraint, influence, and the quiet strength that wins when words and tempers fail.
7 Oct 2025
Reactive Abuse in Relationships: When Women’s Defensive Reactions Get Weaponized Against Them
Ever been pushed so far that you finally snapped only to be called the “abuser”? This episode of That’s Debatable, Darling breaks down the hidden cycle of reactive abuse; when emotional reactions to mistreatment are twisted and used against you.
We’ll unpack the psychology behind this pattern, how it plays out in real relationships, and why society is so quick to label women as “crazy” or “toxic.” Expect raw truth, research, and listener stories that’ll make you rethink everything.
30 Sept 2025
The Loneliness of Women Who Out-Earn Men
A quick dive into... The Loneliness of Women Who Out-Earn Men. When success leads to isolation, we explore why ambitious women often face loneliness when they out-earn men.
23 Sept 2025
So, He Marries the Next Girl? The Psychology of Why Timing Isn’t Fair in Love
Ever wondered why your ex marries the very next person they date? In this episode, we unpack the psychology of timing, love, and why effort doesn't always equal forever.
16 Sept 2025
Hypergamy - Empowerment or Dependence
The practice of dating or marrying ‘up’ socially or financially.
9 Sept 2025
Friendship Breakups Hurt More Than Romantic Ones
A quick dive into... Friendship Breakups Hurt More Than Romantic Ones
In this episode of That’s Debatable, Darling, Mary Lou unpacks why losing a friend can cut deeper than heartbreak. From shifting life stages to betrayal and drifting apart, she explores the psychology behind friendship breakups and how to heal when someone who once felt like family becomes a stranger.
9 Sept 2025
Bored, Alone, and Evolving—Yes, It’s a Thing!
A quick dive into... Bored, Alone, and Evolving—Yes, It’s a Thing!
In this first episode of That’s Debatable, Darling, Mary Lou explores how boredom and solitude can actually spark growth and self-discovery. What feels uncomfortable at first might be the very thing that helps you evolve.
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