The Psychology Podcast
Episodes
Gail Saltz || The Gifts of Disability
18 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Over 50% of people will meet the criteria for a mental illness in their lifetime. On this episode of The Psychology Podcast, we want to do our part to...
Diana Brecher || Boosting Student Resilience
13 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Brecher is a clinical psychologist who uses cognitive behavioral strategies to buffer students against the pervasive depression and anxiety presen...
Dan Bowling III || How to be a Happy Lawyer
06 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode of The Psychology Podcast, our executive producer Taylor Kreiss conducts a guest interview about lawyer well-being. His guest, Da...
Roy Baumeister || Willpower, Violence, and Free Will
04 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Roy Baumeister brings the methods of social psychology to bear on some of life’s deepest philosophical problems. In the second part of this two part...
Roy Baumeister || Identity, the Self, and the Meaning of Life
29 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Roy Baumeister is widely considered to be one of the most influential and cited psychologists of our time. He's also a wonderful conversationalist...
Tim Urban || Wait But Why? Unravelling Life's Biggest Mysteries
22 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
We are huge fans of Tim Urban’s Wait But Why blog, so it was a great joy to speak with him for today's show. In this episode of The Psychology Podca...
Alain de Botton || Love, Sex, Religion and Happiness
08 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Modern day philosopher Alain de Botton has become world renown for his ability to provide compelling real world answers to some of life’s biggest qu...
Cory Mascara || Mindfulness and Self-Authorship
02 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Mindfulness has become a hot topic recently, gracing the covers of magazines like Time and Scientific American. Yet despite its rising popularity, man...
Andrew Newberg || Your Brain on Enlightenment
28 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Andrew Newberg is widely regarded as a leading authority in the neuroscientific study of religious, spiritual and mystical experiences. For this e...
Steven Kotler and Jamie Wheal || On Ecstasis and Extraordinary States of Consciousness
23 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Steven Kotler and Jamie Wheal, authors of the new book Stealing Fire, come on the show to discuss the life changing power of ecstatic altered states o...
69: Boost Your Focus, Drive, and Micro-Resilience
15 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Bonnie St. John is a celebrated author, Olympian, leadership consultant, and Rhodes scholar who has overcome some tremendous odds to become “one of...
68: The Mind: A Journey to the Heart of Being Human
03 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
What a pleasure it was to interview Dr. Dan Siegel, who has a wonderful ability to make complicated scientific concepts understandable and exciting. ...
67: Choose Yourself
24 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Best-selling author James Altucher comes on the show to impart some practical wisdom for how to bounce back from failure. James talks about his own ex...
66: We Might Be Living in a Simulated Reality
18 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Are we living in a simulated reality? Are our smartphones essentially an extension of our minds? Could we achieve immortality via being uploaded to th...
65: How Millennials are Changing the World
16 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Today on The Psychology Podcast, we discuss how the millennial generation is redefining success, breaking down barriers, and changing the world. Ou...
64: The Power of Meaning
10 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of The Psychology Podcast, friend of the show Emily Esfahani Smith sheds light on how we can craft a life that truly matters. Finding ...
63: Finding Mastery
20 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
What a great pleasure it was to chat with high performance psychologist, and fellow podcaster, Dr. Michael Gervais! Listen in as we deconstruct excell...
62: Love, Power, Morality, and Awe
13 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Dachner Keltner is the founding director of the Greater Good Science center, as well as a professor of psychology at the University of California ...
61: Creativity, Courageous Vulnerability and Wholehearted Living
23 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
We are especially grateful (and giddy) to be sharing this episode with our listeners! Brene Brown's work really gels with our core interests here on...
60: Exercise, Mental Stamina, and High Performance
12 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
With this episode of The Psychology Podcast, we take a deep look into how exercise benefits us far beyond the time we spend in the gym. We adapt a qui...
59: Unlocking the Pathway from Imagination to Implementation
03 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
It’s a special episode of The Psychology Podcast, as Stanford professor, international bestselling author, and leading creativity expert Tina Seelig...
58: How to Live a Good Life
26 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Psychology Podcast, we get pragmatic about how to live your version of the good life. We feature action strategies, based on th...
57: Yes, And... The Psychology of Improv Comedy
20 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today we welcome Anne Libera and Kelly Leonard on the show for an especially fun and playful look at the world of improv comedy! Anne and Kelly are wo...
56: The New Narcissism
28 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In everyday conversation, we use the word “narcissist” to describe our ex-lovers and the jerks we encounter on the subway, but what does it really...
55: The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck
13 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this raw and uncut episode, Mark Manson imparts his wisdom on the art of not giving a fuck. According to Manson, the key to living a good life is “...
54: Minds and Morality
09 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Why are humanoid robots creepy? Why do ghosts always have unfinished business? Do all animals have a mind? Does our consciousness persist beyond ou...
53: Getting Smarter, Faster & Better
30 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Psychology Podcast, we interview Pulitzer prize winning author Charles Duhigg about his latest book Smarter Faster Better: Th...
52: Reducing Racial Inequalities in Gifted Education
15 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Davis is a career educator with over 30 years of experience as a practitioner, scholar, author and consultant. Her current work, a topic that is...
51: Developing Peak Performance
06 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Desai is the defensive quality control coach for the Chicago Bears and works with some of the world’s greatest athletic competitors. In this e...
50: Life Experimentation
31 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Four time bestselling author (and human guinea pig) A.J. Jacobs gets us laughing, and thinking, about the benefits of lifestyle experimentation. In th...
49: Unraveling the Mysteries of Personality and Well-Being
11 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Who am I? Am I just a product of nature and/or nurture? What does it mean to live a life of meaning and happiness? On this episode of the psychology p...
48: The Ego is the Enemy
21 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of The Psychology Podcast, we interview bestselling author Ryan Holiday about the timeless life-advice he gleaned from researching his...
47: Deep Work
10 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of The Psychology Podcast, we feature a particularly lively exchange, as Scott and Cal attempt to decode the patterns of success, s...
46: Helping Children Succeed in School and in Life
02 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
We are happy to welcome journalist and author Paul Tough on the show to discuss how we can help children from adverse backgrounds flourish. Paul b...
45: Reducing Anxiety Through Play
31 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Psychology Podcast, we welcome renaissance man and psychology enthusiast Charlie Hoehn. Charlie has carved a unique path throug...
44: The Cognitive-Experiential Self-Theory of Personality
21 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
An intellectual hero of the show, 91 year old Seymour Epstein is the creator of one of the most well-respected theories in personality psychology: th...
43: Intelligence, IQ Testing and Genetics
03 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Stuart Richie is an expert in human intelligencedifferencesand their relations to the brain, genetics, andeducation. Thisepisode distills some of ...
42: Human Mating Intelligence
28 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
We welcome friend of the show Dr. Glenn Geher to discuss human mating intelligence. Glenn is an expert in the field of evolutionary psychology and has...
41: Releasing Your Inner Bonobo
18 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Susan Block is a world renowned sex therapist, radio talk show host and expert on the culture of the bonobo great ape. Needless to say, this is an...
40: Extraordinary Workplaces
27 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Ron Friedman Ph.D. shares research from his latest book The Best Place to Work, about the art and science of creating an extraordinary workplace. Ron...
39: The New Principles of Business Management
21 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of The Psychology Podcast, Dr. David Burkus discusses the latest research in organizational psychology to help business thrive in our...
38: Discussing the nature of childhood prodigies
07 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the psychology podcast, we gain insight into the fascinating and mysterious psychology of prodigious children. Kimberly Stephens re...
37: Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance
24 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Angela Duckworth researches self-control and grit, which is defined as passion and perseverance for long term goals. Her research has demonstrated th...
36: Uncovering the Habits and Routines that Make People Live Better
14 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
James Clear studies successful people across a wide range of disciplines to uncover the habits and routines that make them the best at what they do. I...
35: The Healing Power of Self-Compassion
31 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
A pioneering researcher in the psychology of self-compassion, Dr. Kristin Neff provides deep insight into the incredible healing power of being your o...
34: How Happiness Can Accelerate Your Success
25 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Emma Seppälä is a true friend of the show and we’re thrilled to speak with her about her new book, The Happiness Track. In this episode, we ...
33: The Highly Sensitive Person
18 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Elaine Aron is one of the world’s foremost experts on the highly sensitive person. She ought to be – she was its first researcher! In this epi...
32: How to Live a Good Life
21 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Tom Rath is a 6x national best-selling author who works on the psychology of well-being. This episode provides science-backed insight into how to liv...
31: Final Messages on Leadership and Life from a Dying Coach, with Performance Psychology Expert
06 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
We’re incredibly grateful today to have Master of Applied Positive Psychology Paddy Steinfort on the show to discuss his inspirational experience wi...
30: Narcissism & Loving The People Who Love Themselves
28 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
The narcissists of the world will be happy to hear that they make for an extraordinarily interesting psychological discussion! On this episode we spea...
29: Understanding and Supporting People with ADHD
09 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Statistically speaking, many of us know someone or even experience some of the difficulties associated with ADHD, but what are the essential character...
28: Learning How to Learn
24 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of The Psychology Podcast, we dive deep into the psychology of learning with one of its top experts, Barbara Oakley PhD. She shares so...
27: How Video Games Can Make Us SuperBetter
11 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Gamers rejoice! Bestselling author, video game designer, and TED talk superstar Jane McGonigal stops by to discuss her research on the positive effe...
26: Celebrating Smart Girls in the 21st Century
04 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Distinguished Professor Barbara Kerr, Ph.D. is a wellspring of knowledge on creativity, giftedness and optimal experience in the 21st century. This e...
25: Extending Human Life: From Science Fiction to Science Fact
27 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Visionary Liz Parrish shares some of the remarkable ways that genetic therapies are helping humanity transcend disease, aging and physical limitatio...
24: "Spectacular Ability in a Sea of Disability”: The Psychology of Savantism
20 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
A leading expert in the psychology of savantism for over 40 years and the scientific advisor for the film Rain Man, Darold Treffert is a wellspring ...
23: How Millennials are Changing the World for the Better
29 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
19-year-old entrepreneur and author Jared Kleinert discusses the unique opportunities and extraordinary accomplishments of the millennial generation....
21: Understanding the science of introversion and extraversion
26 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
We have Dr. Luke Smillie on the podcast to elucidate the research and conceptualizations surrounding introversion and extraversion. Topics include ps...
20: Hope, the Future and Flourishing
05 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
One of the world’s foremost experts on hope, self-proclaimed “hopemonger” Shane Lopez, sheds light on the incredible impact hope can have in our...
19: Why We Love, Lust, and Live
22 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
A leader in the psychology of human mating, and an expert on both the cultural and biological foundations of love, Helen Fisher shares science-backed...
18: Straight Talk about IQ
08 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we cover every topic in psychology, neuroscience and genetics (not literally, but it certainly feels that way)! Christopher Chabris s...
17: Maximizing, satisficing and the paradox of choice
25 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
A legend in the field, economic psychologist Barry Schwartz talks about how having too many options can be paralytic and tiresome to the human psyche....
16: How to Be Understood and Reach Your Goals
11 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Best selling author and social psychologist Heidi Grant Halvorson discusses motivational styles and how we can ensure people understand who we truly ...
15: Accelerated learning, peak performance and living the good life
27 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Three time bestselling author and human guinea pig Tim Ferriss discusses how to become top 5% in the world with a new skill in just 6-12 months. Scot...
14: Stoicism, Strategy and Creativity
18 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Best selling author Ryan Holiday discusses how Stoicism can help us transform trials into triumph. It’s a pragmatic episode, full of strategies to ...
13: Examining standardized testing
05 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Award-winning education writer Anya Kamentez provides practical guidance for parents looking to understand standardized testing. She and Scott roll u...
12: Imaginary worlds and creativity
22 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Creativity scholar Michele Root-Bernstein discusses her work exploring the playful imaginative worlds of children and their correlation with creativit...
11: How “little bets” spur big creative successes
08 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Award-winning author Peter Sims shares some heartening research on how people like Steve Jobs, Chris Rock and Frank Gehry use small experiments to lay...
10: How to change your habits
16 Feb 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Art Markman discusses tools, tips and tricks for editing our behaviors and achieving our goals. It’s an incredibly practical episode for those o...
9: The science of raising happily productive kids
09 Feb 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Expert Dona Mathews presents ample research regarding how to help children flourish into happy and successful adults. Scott guides the interview acros...
8: Modern rudeness in Stone Age minds
26 Jan 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Advice columnist and science writer Amy Alkon sheds light on the evolutionary roots of modern impoliteness. She shares research on how to cure rudene...
7: "What is it like to be a psychopath?"
18 Jan 2015
Contributed by Lukas
“Cognitive neuroscientist Kent Kiehl discusses his research and personal experience working with “those without conscience.” Scott and Kent demy...
6: Dancing with the dark side of your personality
04 Jan 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Psychologist Dr. Todd Kashdan shares some unconventional research on how we can harness “negative” psychological characteristics to live whole, su...
5: Givers, takers, matchers and fakers
21 Dec 2014
Contributed by Lukas
University of Pennsylvania Wharton School Professor and bestselling author Adam Grant presents some heartening research on how being a giver can lead ...
4: Discussing the origins of extraordinary athletic performance
06 Dec 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Bestselling author David Epstein presents research on the interplay between nature and nurture, how mentality propels success, how we assess potential...
3: Talking Mastery and Social Intelligence
16 Nov 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Five time international bestselling author Robert Greene shares his thoughts on creativity, finding your calling, social intelligence and his latest b...
2: Daydreaming and Mental Contrasting for Goal-Fulfillment
16 Nov 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Psychologist Gabrielle Oettingen’s research on goal-setting and self-regulation animates discussion of some incredibly practical tools to help with ...
1: The Science of Growing Smarter
16 Nov 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Science writer Annie Murphy Paul's fresh perspectives on intelligence and personality prompt a heart-to-heart about learning, intelligence assessments...