Dr Alix Woolard, a researcher of childhood trauma, discusses the impact of trauma on mental health, growing up in poverty and being a caregiver for a parent with dementia, seeking help for OCD, understanding childhood trauma and its psychological impact, and treating children with trauma.

Exploring the impact of fame on a person's psychology, discussing the pressures faced by celebrities and their struggle to find identity. It also examines the dark side of fame, including the loss of trust in relationships and uncomfortable fan encounters. The chapter highlights the impact of social media on mental health and navigates the challenges and negative effects of fame on the brain.

Psychologist Stanley Milgram's infamous Milgram Shock Experiment is revisited in this podcast. Professor Alex Haslam challenges common misconceptions about the experiment and explores the nature of evil. They discuss the unethical aspects of the experiment, the role of leadership, and the persistence of blind obedience. The podcast also explores the legacy and ethical impact of infamous psychology experiments.

Exploring Harry Harlow's controversial experiments on childhood attachment and the importance of love and touch. Discussion on the 'pit of despair' and the lasting impact of isolation on monkeys. Highlighting the ethical concerns and the influence of Harlow's work on relationships and the animal rights movement.

Tom Vanderbilt, learning chess with his daughter kickstarted a lifelong journey of learning. The podcast discusses the benefits of being an adult beginner, the differences between adult and child learning, the emotional benefits of singing in a choir, the power of continuous learning, and the value of being a beginner.

Wendell Johnson, who conducted an unethical experiment on vulnerable children, discusses the 'monster study' and its devastating impact of labeling children as stutterers. The podcast explores the dark history of unethical experiments and the emotional scars left on the participants.

This podcast explores the tactics used by cults to attract and manipulate members, as well as the challenges faced by those trying to leave. It delves into the psychological effects of being trapped in a cult and highlights examples of cult-like behavior in the business world. The episode also discusses the ongoing process of adapting to life outside of a cult and explores the fear-inducing tactics used by religious cults to keep members from leaving. It addresses the complexities of counseling individuals who have experienced cults, including generational abuse and guilt.

Exploring language loss and its impact on personal identity and behavior, this podcast delves into the multilingual mind. It discusses the consequences of language loss in immigrants and indigenous communities, as well as the influence of language on identity and behavior. The podcast also explores research on language and bilingual experiences and shares personal experiences of emotional connection through language.

Exploring negotiation during the Vietnam War, emotional intelligence in negotiation, navigating challenges and leveraging BATNA, unconventional strategies and likability in business negotiation, dimensions and challenges faced by women and people of color in negotiations.

The podcast discusses addiction in the modern world and the impact of smartphones and the internet. It explores the role of dopamine in addiction and the changes that occur in the brain. The podcast also touches on the similarities between gambling addiction and addiction to digital content, as well as the challenge of staying focused in the age of technology.