
All In The Mind
All In The Mind is ABC RN's weekly podcast looking into the mental universe, the mind, brain and behaviour — everything from addiction to artificial intelligence.
Latest episodes

Mar 2, 2024 • 29min
Wanted: Unicorns. Mission: Mars.
NASA's mission to Mars raises questions about the psychological challenges astronauts face. The selection process, impact of past tragedies, emotional turmoil, and unity in space missions are explored. Courage, curiosity, and adaptability are crucial for space exploration towards establishing life on Mars.

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Feb 24, 2024 • 31min
The skills supercommunicators use, which you can learn too
Discover the essential skills of supercommunicators, including asking deep questions and active listening. Explore the impact of hometown memories and multiculturalism. Navigate identity and insecurities with insights from a CIA agent's struggles. Learn effective communication strategies for understanding and connection, emphasizing genuine engagement for authentic conversations.

Feb 17, 2024 • 29min
Moog became a Youtube megastar — and it messed with his mental health
Blair Joscelyne, aka Moog from Mighty Car Mods, discusses the intense nature of parasocial relationships as a Youtube megastar. The podcast explores the dark side of fame and its impact on mental health, along with strategies for managing interactions with millions of fans.

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Feb 10, 2024 • 29min
When to trust your gut instinct, and when to ignore it
Exploring the science and fantasy of intuition, the podcast discusses personal experiences and the role of gut instinct. It explores the relationship between intuition, dreams, and coincidences, as well as the factors influencing intuition and how mindfulness can improve decision-making. The complexities of trusting gut instincts and considering personal safety are addressed, along with the role of intuition in decision-making and travel. Travel advice based on personal experiences is also shared.

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Feb 3, 2024 • 30min
Nine big myths about depression — busted
Professor Ian Hickie debunks common myths about depression, such as the idea that it's solely a chemical imbalance in the brain. The podcast explores different types of depression and personalized treatment approaches. It also discusses the harmful effects of untreated depression on the brain, debunks myths about antidepressants leading to suicide, and explores alternative treatments for non-responders. The podcast challenges the misconception that depression is solely caused by social factors and emphasizes the importance of understanding physiological components.

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Jan 27, 2024 • 29min
Think like a winner: performance psychology and lessons for everyday life
Explore the mindset of consistently being a runner-up in a competition, the impact of mindset on sports performance, and the importance of taking responsibility for personal growth. Also, learn about the mentality of elite athletes and how functional imagery training can help achieve challenging goals.

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Jan 20, 2024 • 34min
Babies turn us into non-stop singing machines. Why?
Why do babies turn us into non-stop singing machines? This podcast explores the benefits of singing to babies, including language development and emotional regulation. It also discusses how songs evolve as babies grow older and the differences in communication styles between mothers and fathers. The podcast delves into the emotional aspect of singing to babies and reflects on parents' bittersweet experience as their children outgrow the desire for them to sing.

Jan 13, 2024 • 29min
The diagnosis that inspired an album
Parvyn, an ARIA-nominated musician, shares her personal journey with mental health, discussing her experiences with delusions, mania, and psychosis while on tour. She reflects on using her diagnosis to create her debut album 'Sa', incorporating trauma and depression into her music. Parvyn also explores managing intense situations, recognizing early warning signs, and how her diagnosis has influenced her creativity and music.

Jan 6, 2024 • 29min
How The Man Cave talks to teens about toxic masculinity
Former teen athlete, Hunter Johnson, shares his journey of challenging societal expectations and reevaluating his perception of masculinity. He discusses the impact of positive male role models and feminine leadership, and highlights the founding of the Man Cave charity to provide emotional intelligence programs for boys aged 12 to 16. The podcast also explores the importance of creating a safe space for boys to share their experiences and truths.

Dec 30, 2023 • 29min
A dad's attempt to understand toxic masculinity
A dad explores toxic masculinity online, its origins, implications, and confusion. The impact of online radicalization on young men and their relationships with women. The importance of challenging cultural norms and teaching values. The influence of the internet on happiness and signs of progress in masculinity.
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