Psychologists Off the Clock
Episodes
456. High Conflict with Amanda Ripley
21 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Being absolutely sure you’re right should settle an argument, but somehow, it often does the opposite. Instead, things escalate, tensions rise, and ...
455. The New Blueprint for College Success with Ana Homayoun
14 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If your teen is getting caught in cycles of comparison, burnout, or avoidance while trying to “do enough” for college, this conversation offers a ...
454. Remain Calm. Confidence Ahead with Michael Herold
07 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever avoided saying yes to something meaningful because you were waiting to feel less anxious or more “ready,” this episode is for you...
453. The Power of Guilt with Chris Moore
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Guilt can feel uncomfortable and easy to push away, but it is one of those emotions that actually serves an important purpose in our lives.For this ep...
452. How to Disagree Better with Julia Minson
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever ended an argument with your partner, coworker, or family member feeling confused about how it escalated so quickly, this episode is f...
451. Start Here: Navigating Overwhelm with Kerry Makin-Byrd
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Overwhelm can push us to a point where the tools we normally rely on suddenly feel out of reach. In this episode, clinical psychologist and burno...
450. Life After Weight Loss with Jill Stoddard
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Weight feels like one of those topics everyone has an opinion on, yet it’s deeply personal for each of us. So, for this episode, Emily and Jill take...
449. How to Feel Loved with Sonja Lyubomirsky and Harry Reis
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling loved sounds simple, but it is not something that just happens because someone cares about you. In this episode of Psychologists Off the ...
448. The Power of Oversharing with Leslie John
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Oversharing has a bad reputation. But what if revealing more about yourself is actually the fastest way to build trust? To give us insight into t...
447. Fawning with Ingrid Clayton
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you struggle with people-pleasing and losing yourself in relationships, this episode with Ingrid Clayton, a licensed clinical psychologist and expe...
446. Cognitive Household Labor with Allison Daminger
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Behind the scenes of everyday family life is a mental workload many of us carry without even realizing it, and that’s exactly what Debbie Sorensen e...
445. The Unexpected Magic of Caring with Elissa Strauss
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Caregiving is often framed as a burden, but what if it’s also one of the most meaningful ways we come to know ourselves?Emily sits down with acclaim...
444. Mattering with Jennifer Wallace
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In a world that’s more connected than ever yet feels increasingly lonely, award-winning journalist Jennifer B. Wallace explores why the simple human...
443. Shift with Ethan Kross
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We all feel emotions every day, but how often do we stop to understand what they really are and how they work? Joining Michael for this episode i...
442. The 6th Stage of Grief with David Kessler
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if grief isn’t something to “get over” but something that can lead us toward meaning, connection, and healing? Jill interviews David K...
441. Having It All with Corinne Low
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
So many women grow up hearing that we should be able to have it all, yet very few of us are ever shown what that actually looks like in real life.In t...
440. The Creativity Choice with Zorana Ivcevic Pringle
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Creativity is not just for artists or makers, so how can we build creativity and move from having an idea to doing something with it? Joining Jil...
439. Reflection and Creativity in the New Year: A Cohost Episode
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve been dragging some of last year around with you, or you’ve been feeling that strange mix of excitement and pressure that shows up every ...
438. The Hypocrisy Trap with Michael Hallsworth
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve all rolled our eyes at someone's behavior, only to realize, uncomfortably, that we’ve done the same. Join Yael in this conversation dis...
437. Wise Effort with Diana Hill
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you wisely using your genius energy? In this episode, Michael reconnects with Diana Hill, a therapist and author who has recently explored th...
436. Consent Laid Bare with Chanel Contos
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How can we reshape the understanding of consent and more effectively address the widespread problem of sexual violence? Start by joining Jill for...
436. How to Winter with Kari Leibowitz
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you shudder when Daylight Saving Time ends and the colder months settle in, or if winter leaves you feeling stuck in a funk, we’re here to presen...
434. How Trust Works with Peter H. Kim
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What do you do when your trust is broken, or when people start questioning your trustworthiness? Chances are, you’re left feeling unsure, even overw...
433. Rethinking Screens and Video Games with Ash Brandin
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Parenting in the digital age can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. For this episode, Emily brings in the insight of Ash Brandin for a th...
432. Personal Branding for Introverts with Goldie Chan
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do you show up in the world, whether it’s online, at work, or in your community? Whether you’ve thought about it or not, that’s all part of ...
431. Ordinary Magic: Social Psychology for Big Change with Gregory Walton
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve all had those moments when a simple shift in perspective suddenly makes everything feel possible, and that’s exactly what this episode explo...
430. Nonadaptive Guilt and Shame with Carolyn Allard
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever found yourself holding onto feelings of guilt or shame long after a difficult experience or mistake? In this episode, Jill sits dow...
429. May Contain Lies with Alex Edmans
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
These days, it feels like we’re bombarded with information from every direction, and figuring out what’s true can be overwhelming. Yael sits ...
428. How to Fall in Love with Questions with Elizabeth Weingarten
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Not knowing the answer can feel unsettling, but what if uncertainty was actually something to embrace? In this episode, Michael sits down with Elizabe...
427. Raising Kids with Food Allergies with Tamara Hubbard
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re a parent navigating the ups and downs of your child’s food allergies, you know firsthand how anxiety can sneak in, whether it’s worryi...
426. College Mental Health with Colleen Ehrnstrom, Audrey Gilfillan, and Alison West
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
College life can be exciting, but it’s also full of unique challenges that can really take a toll on mental health. In this episode, Debbie sit...
425. Can You Change Your Personality? With Olga Khazan
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can you truly change your personality in ways that make your life feel fuller and more in line with who you want to be? In this episode of Psychologis...
424. Modern Anxiety with Noelle McWard Aquino
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Anxiety often feels overwhelming, but at its core, it’s your mind and body working hard to protect you.In this episode, therapist and author of Anxi...
423. Collective Edge with Colin Fisher
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why do some groups spark energy and creativity while others feel draining and tense? Taking on this topic, we sit down with Colin Fisher, the aut...
423. Mindwise with Nicholas Epley
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Think about the times you’ve assumed someone’s behavior revealed exactly what they were thinking. Nicholas Epley, our guest for this episode, expl...
421. Defy with Sunita Sah
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes saying “yes” too much can really take a toll on you. In this episode, Jill chats with Dr. Sunita Sah, a bestselling author and Cornell p...
420. Emotion-Savvy Parenting with Alissa Jerud
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Parenting often means walking a fine line between setting boundaries and showing warmth, all while managing your own feelings in the process. In this ...
419. Break Up on Purpose with John Kim
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re stuck in an unhealthy relationship and wondering whether it’s right for you or you’re recently facing the pain and confusion of a brea...
418. Changing the Stories We Tell Ourselves with Phil Lane
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Could the stories you tell yourself be shaping how you see yourself? Sometimes those stories build us up, but other times, they are just quietly teari...
417. Busting Trauma Treatment Myths with Emi Nietfeld
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk has become a go-to book for understanding trauma, but not everyone agrees with its approach. In t...
416. Trauma and PTSD Treatment with Robyn Walser
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Trauma and PTSD leave a lasting imprint on how we see ourselves and navigate the world, which is why Debbie sits down with returning guest Dr. Robyn W...
415. Sober Curious with Casey Davidson
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you've been feeling like alcohol just doesn’t fit your life anymore, this conversation with Casey Davidson, a Life and Sobriety Coach, might real...
414. The Disengaged Teen with Rebecca Winthrop and Jenny Anderson
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why do so many kids seem unmotivated at school, and what can we do about it? In this episode of Psychologists Off the Clock, we’re taking a look at ...
413. Validate with Caroline Fleck
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What’s a skill that can instantly improve your relationships, communication, and even your influence? In this episode, Yael talks with Caroline Flec...
412. From Self-Care to We-Care with Jordan Quaglia
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In a world constantly demanding our attention and energy, have you ever felt trapped between the crucial need to care for yourself and the undeniable ...
411. No One is Self-Made with Lakeysha Hallmon
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
True strength and success lie in how well we can come together and support one another and how well we can stand side by side to move forward as a col...
410. Creativity and Making Things with Kelly Corrigan and Claire Corrigan Lichty
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s easy to forget how much doing something creative can lift your mood. Whether you're painting, building something, or just doodling for fun, cre...
409. Raising Terrific Kids in Terrifying Times with Melinda Wenner Moyer
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Raising grounded, thoughtful kids in today’s chaotic world is no small task. In this episode, Emily talks with award-winning journalist and author M...
408. Connecting Like a Hostage Negotiator with Gary Noesner
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the ability to negotiate with a hostage-taker was also a skill that could improve relationships in everyday life? Gary Noesner, who is a forme...
407. Radical Listening with Robert Biswas-Diener
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode is one you’re really going to want to lean into because Michael is talking all about radical listening with Robert V. Biswas-Diene...
406. Leading for Wellness with Patricia Grabarek and Katina Sawyer
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Leadership so often comes with the pressure to appear strong, composed, and endlessly capable, but that version of leadership is no longer serving us....
405. Taming the Inner Critic with Holly Yates and Shawn Whooley
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Constantly battling that harsh inner voice that tells you you're not enough, that you’ll never measure up? It can feel like this voice is always lu...
404. Raising Loving Siblings with Jonathan Caspi
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You’ve tried reasoning with your kids, setting boundaries, and even taking away privileges, but the conflict just keeps bubbling up. When nothing se...
403. Conflict Resilience with Bob Bordone and Joel Salinas
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if your next disagreement could actually bring you closer to someone instead of driving you apart?In this episode, we’re diving into Conflict R...
402. Harm Reduction for Addiction with Kristin Dempsey
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Breaking the cycle of addiction is both possible and challenging, but even just rethinking your relationship with it can be a powerful first step towa...
401. The Doors You Can Open Through Sponsorship with Rosalind Chow
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Success isn’t just about how hard you work. It’s also about who’s advocating for you even when you’re not in the room.In this episode, Debbie ...
400. Behind the Scenes with Us
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Off-the-clockers, it's time to celebrate because Psychologists Off The Clock just hit 400 episodes! 🎉 For this special milestone episode, the cohos...
399. Likable Badass with Alison Fragale
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Balancing warmth with assertiveness can feel like an impossible juggling act—too soft, and you're overlooked; too strong, and you're “too much.”...
398. Finding Joy in Your Relationship with Money with Elizabeth Husserl
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Money impacts us all, whether it brings joy, stress, or confusion.Chatting with Elizabeth Husserl, author of The Power of Enough and a financial advis...
397. The Mindful Path to Intimacy with James Cordova
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What is the recipe for developing deeper, more intimate relationships? Breaking this all down in his new book, The Mindful Path to Intimacy, is coupl...
396. Public Speaking and TED Talks with Alina Nikolaou
26 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered what it takes to bring a TED talk to life? In this episode, Michael Herold has a conversation with Dr. Alina Nikolaou, a passionate TED ...
395. Neurodivergence with Jennifer Kemp
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Being neurodivergent isn’t a flaw or a superpower—it’s just a different way of experiencing the world.To discuss the topic of neurodivergence, D...
394. Sunlight is the Best Disinfectant with Andrea Dunlop and Mike Weber
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Some of the worst kinds of abuse happen right in front of us—often hidden behind love, care, and even medicine.In this episode, Jill sits down with ...
393. Supercommunicators with Charles Duhigg
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever had a conversation that just clicked—where you felt truly heard and understood? What if you could create that kind of connection more often?Bes...
392. Outraged with Kurt Gray
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tired of all the fighting over politics and morality? For this episode, we’re tackling moral outrage with Kurt Gray, a psychology professor and auth...
391. Perfect Is Boring (And It Tastes Like Kale) with Jess Johnston
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the very thing keeping you from deep, meaningful friendships is the fear of being your true, imperfect self? This week Michael sits down with...
390. Raising Empowered Girls in a Sexist World with Jo-Ann Finkelstein
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Raising strong, confident girls in today’s world isn’t always easy, and this episode is here to help. Dr. Jo-Ann Finkelstein chats with Dr. Emily ...
389. Generational Differences in the Workplace with Michelle Quist Ryder
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel like your workplace is a mix of different worlds, with each generation bringing its own style, perspective, and expectations? For our second...
388. Decision-Making in 2025 and Surprises!
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kick off the New Year with us in this special cohosted POTC episode! We've got a MAJOR announcement for 2025, and we're also chatting about the ups an...
387. How To Change with Katy Milkman Rerelease
26 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As we turn the page to a new year, we’re excited to release this episode as a special gift to help you start 2025 on the right foot. Let’s face it...
386. Parents Are Stressed: What Do We Do About It? with Emily, Debbie, and our dear friend Yael Schonbrun
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Parental stress has been declared a public health crisis by the U.S. Surgeon General—and it’s a conversation we all need to have. In this episode,...
385. Oliver Burkeman on Embracing Your Limitations
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Life can feel so overwhelming sometimes, especially with the nonstop pace of the modern world. But what if you learned to embrace the messiness that c...
384. Understanding Grief and Loss with Meghan Riordan Jarvis
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if we started seeing grief as a form of trauma—could it help us make sense of the confusing ways our mind and body react to loss?In this conver...
383. What My Bones Know: C-PTSD with Stephanie Foo
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can you begin to heal from complex PTSD? In this episode, Jill sits down with Stephanie Foo to explore her memoir, What My Bones Know: A Memoir o...
382. The Anxious Generation? The Conversation We Should Be Having About Kids, Technology, and Mental Health
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this very special roundtable episode of Psychologists Off the Clock, our cohosts Debbie Sorenson and Emily Edlynn gather a panel of experts—inclu...
381. Reimagining Boyhood with Ruth Whippman
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We have an insightful discussion with Ruth Whippman this week, who urges us to rethink masculinity and nurture boys in a way that honors their mental ...
380. The Tree That Bends with Ross White
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if the relentless push for productivity is actually standing in the way of a truly fulfilling life? Join cohost Michael Herold and guest Ross Wh...
379. Toxic Striving with Paula Freedman-Diamond
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Stuck in the never-ending grind but still feel like it’s not enough? Paula Freedman-Diamond, Psy.D., a clinical psychologist and author of Toxic St...
378. The Happy High Achiever with Mary Anderson
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How does happiness fuel productivity and success?Join Michael Herold in an empowering chat with Mary Anderson, the author of The Happy High Achiever, ...
377. How to Raise a Citizen with Lindsey Cormack
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are kids learning enough about how the world really works?This week, Emily hosts Lindsey Cormack, a thoughtful political science professor and author ...
376: The Art of Therapy with Michael Alcee
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Psychologists Off the Clock, Jill takes on the dynamic blend of science and art in therapy with our amazing guest, Dr. Michael Alcee, a m...
375. Midlife: From Crisis to Curiosity with Meg McKelvie and Debbie Sorensen
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you in the midst of a midlife transition, grappling with big questions about purpose, change, and self-discovery?For this week’s episode, cohost...
374. Developing and Deepening Connections with Adam Dorsay
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you are craving deeper, more meaningful connections in life then you're in for a treat with our latest guest, Dr. Adam Dorsay.Adam, also affectiona...
373. How to Stop Freaking Out with Carla Naumburg
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel like you are constantly on an emotional rollercoaster with your children? Get stuck into this lively chat with Dr. Carla Naumburg, a lice...
372. The Art of the Interesting with Lorraine Besser
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if there's more to happiness and fulfillment than what you've been taught? Speaking about her book The Art of the Interesting, Lorraine Besser qu...
371. Uniting Toward a Better Future with Diana McLain Smith
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if the key to healing our fractured society lies not in silencing our differences, but in harnessing them?In this conversation with Diana M. Smit...
370. Freedom, Energy, and Power with Emma Seppälä
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you truly living the life you desire, or are hidden patterns holding you back? Challenging us to rethink our understanding of freedom and persona...
369. Good News About Adolescence with Ellen Galinsky
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine seeing teenagers not as a bundle of challenges but as a wellspring of untapped potential. That's exactly what our guest Ellen Galinsky, Presid...
368. Get Better at Anthing with Scott Young
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the keys to mastering any skill with Scott Young. Bringing us his latest book, Get Better at Anything: 12 Maxims for Mastery, Scott retells h...
367. ADHD in Adulthood with Michaela Thomas
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you feel overwhelmed by chronic disorganization, struggle to maintain focus, or wonder if your adult challenges might be linked to ADHD, we’re si...
366. Psychologists ON the Clock: Getting Experiential with Us
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re unsure about life's big decisions and tired of making endless pros and cons lists, we’ve got a bonus co-host episode just for you! We’...
365. Tightwads and Spendthrifts with Scott Rick
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Money talk can be a real minefield in relationships, especially if you and your partner or spouse have totally different spending habits. If this soun...
364. The Brain-Gut Connection with Megan Riehl
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you want the best guidance for your GI issues without exclusive access to a top-tier medical team, join us in this episode with Megan Riehl, co-aut...
363. Worrying Is Optional with Ben Eckstein
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If worry is your constant companion, take heart—you're in good company. Let's clear something up: worrying is as human as breathing. Everyone does i...
362. Adult Bullies and High Conflict People with Bill Eddy
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever had to deal with someone who just seems impossible to reason with? You know, the kind of person who always blames others and seems to turn every ...
361. Dudes and Dads: Men's Mental Health with Danny Singley
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We know how demanding fatherhood can be and how often your mental well-being takes a backseat. For this episode, we bring you the practical advice and...
360. The Laws of Connection with David Robson
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling disconnected in a world that's more connected than ever? Then our guest David Robson's insights couldn't be more timely. Through over 300 high...
359. Evolution and Human Nature with Sam Wilkinson
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What is the meaning of life? And what role does evolution play in our search for purpose? Join us in a conversation with Dr. Samuel Wilkinson, author ...
358. How to Keep House While Drowning with KC Davis
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Burnout from endless household chores? Meet KC Davis, the brilliant author behind How to Keep House While Drowning: A Gentle Approach to Cleaning and ...
357. Is Your Work Worth It? How to Think About Meaningful Work with Jennifer Tosti-Kharas and Christopher Wong Michaelson
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever pondered questions like, "Should I follow my passion or chase after money? How can I strike the right balance between work and life? ...