Psychology
Discover key takeaways from 24 podcast episodes about this topic.
What Makes a Good Life? This Study on 26,000 Regrets Will Guide You for the Rest of Your Life
Daniel Pink's global study on 26,000 regrets reveals four universal types of regret and a three-step process to transform them into powerful signals for a better life.
They are hiding a dark secret...
Three chilling true crime stories reveal how seemingly ordinary individuals can harbor dark secrets and commit horrific acts, often driven by hidden motives like jealousy, revenge, or a desire for the 'perfect murder'.
How to Overcome Social Anxiety | Dr. Nick Epley
Dr. Nick Epley reveals that social anxiety is often rooted in a misplaced belief about others' negativity, and real-world exposure to genuine human connection is the most effective way to overcome it.
Understanding & Controlling Aggression | Huberman Lab Essentials
Explore the surprising biological underpinnings of aggression, from specific brain circuits and hormones like estrogen to environmental factors and actionable tools for modulation.
I Spent 3 Hours Spiraling Over Tyler Catastrophe
This episode dissects the alarming case of Tyler Catastrophe, an individual whose extreme parasocial obsession with content creator Wilbur Soot led to public victim blaming and a distorted self-perception, highlighting the psychological underpinnings of intense online fandom.
What Science Found at the Edge of Death | The Third Man
Explore the mysterious 'third man' phenomenon, where individuals facing extreme peril report an unseen, guiding presence that often saves their lives, and the scientific attempts to explain it.
This Was Spirit Airlines Final Straw
A podcast host dissects the manipulative tactics of a belligerent airline passenger, offering psychological insights into how to identify and counter narcissistic and emotionally abusive behaviors in real-time.
Tools to Bolster Your Mental Health & Confidence | Dr. Paul Conti
Dr. Paul Conti reveals a unique framework for building mental health and confidence by focusing on existing strengths, understanding self-talk, and balancing introspection with action to foster genuine agency.
The child who learned to disappear is still running your adult relationships | Nicole LePera
Dr. Nicole LePera explains how unresolved childhood trauma, often subtle and not catastrophic, manifests as 'inner child' reactions and maladaptive coping mechanisms in adult relationships, and how 'reparenting' through conscious awareness and new actions can rewire the nervous system for lasting change.
PATREON EXCLUSIVE | The Hope Advocate (feat. Dr. Cheyenne Bryant) | The Joe Budden Podcast
Dr. Cheyenne Bryant, 'The Hope Advocate,' challenges conventional wisdom on relationships, cheating, and personal growth, advocating for radical self-awareness and intentionality over societal expectations.
Oz The Mentalist Blows Our Minds | The Basement Yard #552
Oz the Mentalist astounds hosts Joe and Frank by accurately guessing personal details like phone contacts, childhood friends, and even Frank's exact birthdate, all while explaining the behavioral science behind his 'honest con man' approach.
Stanford Neuroscientist: Can’t Remember Your Dreams? Your Brain May Be Warning You!
Stanford neuroscientist Dr. David Eagleman reveals the surprising purpose of dreams, how brain plasticity shapes our identity, and why embracing challenge and leveraging AI collaboratively are essential for cognitive health and personal growth.
Recording Scary PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR Stories Live! (Just Chatting)
The host reads two unsettling private investigator stories, one involving a man planning an elementary school attack and another about a husband's violent secret, interspersed with candid commentary on YouTube algorithms, the voice acting industry, and geopolitical conspiracies.
Justin Fairfax Murder-Suicide. Black Men’s Mental Health Crisis Examined
The tragic murder-suicide of former Virginia Lieutenant Governor Justin Fairfax and his wife Serena sparks a critical conversation on the untreated mental health crisis, depression, and domestic violence among Black men, emphasizing the urgent need for community-based support and open dialogue.
Black Men’s Mental Health Crisis Is Turning Deadly. Roland Martin Says This Must Be Faced
Roland Martin and expert psychologists dissect the alarming rise in domestic violence and murder-suicides within the Black community, emphasizing the critical link to men's mental health and the urgent need for open dialogue and intervention.
Justin Fairfax murder-suicide. Black Male Psychologists break it down
This episode unpacks the tragic murder-suicide involving former Virginia Lt. Governor Justin Fairfax, analyzing the complex interplay of mental health, societal pressures, and the unique challenges Black men face in seeking and receiving support.
Hustle culture stole the word excellence and gutted its true meaning | Brad Stulberg: Full Interview
Brad Stulberg redefines excellence as a values-aligned, process-driven journey, contrasting it with the fleeting, often detrimental pursuits of hustle culture, optimization, and constant happiness.
The Secret Lives of MAGA Men
This episode exposes the alleged hypocrisy of conservative politicians, linking their public stances against LGBTQ+ individuals to private desires, and dissects the 'man-baby' phenomenon in healthcare, all while sharing outrageously personal anecdotes.
J. Eric Oliver on the Self and How to Know It | Mindscape 350
Explore the multi-layered nature of the 'self' as a dynamic process, not a fixed entity, integrating insights from physics, philosophy, and psychology to understand human experience and well-being.
Exorcist Fr. Chad Ripperger: Possessed Politicians, Occult Activity, and Speaking to Satan Himself
Father Chad Ripperger, a Catholic exorcist, details the nature of demonic influence, the signs of possession, and how spiritual warfare manifests in modern society, from political corruption to pornography addiction.
The bizarre phenomena that medicine struggles to explain | David Linden: Full Interview
A Johns Hopkins neuroscientist reveals the biological mechanisms behind the mind-body connection, explaining how thoughts, emotions, and even social support profoundly influence physical health, from hunger regulation to cancer progression.
World's #1 Mentalist: How To Win Any Negotiation and Close Any Deal
World-renowned mentalist Oz Pearlman reveals the psychological 'cheat codes' he uses to influence people, overcome rejection, and achieve goals, applicable from business negotiations to personal interactions.
Chase Hughes: The 3 "Dark Psychology" Tricks To Read Anyone's Mind!
Master human influence by understanding the deep psychological triggers that drive perception, context, and identity, essential skills in an AI-dominated world.
Unlearn Negative Thoughts & Behaviors Patterns | Dr. Alok Kanojia (Healthy Gamer)
Dr. Alok Kanojia, a psychiatrist and former monk, details how to unlearn unhealthy thought patterns and behaviors by understanding the ego, cultivating distress tolerance, and leveraging ancient meditative practices like Shunya and Yoga Nidra to reprogram the subconscious mind.