The Psychology Podcast

Robert Sternberg, a renowned psychology professor at Cornell University and creator of the triarchic theory of intelligence, dives deep into the multifaceted nature of intelligence. He shares his childhood experiences with IQ tests that fueled his passion for psychometrics. The conversation challenges traditional notions of intelligence, advocating for broader metrics in college admissions. Sternberg emphasizes the significance of creativity and practical skills, and explores how collective intelligence can combat societal issues like hate. A thought-provoking discussion on redefining what it means to be intelligent!

Andrew Huberman, an associate professor at Stanford, specializes in neurobiology and ophthalmology, focusing on brain function and emotional regulation. He discusses how visual focus and breathing can shift internal states, and explores the role of the amygdala in linking emotions to behaviors. Huberman shares insights on motivation and daily routines that enhance brain function, like managing light exposure and nutrition. He also dives into optimizing sleep and achieving flow states, emphasizing practical strategies for mental well-being.

Today it’s great to chat with Lori Gottlieb and Guy Winch on the podcast. Lori Gottlieb is a psychotherapist and New York Times bestselling author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, which has sold over a million copies and is currently being adapted as a television series. In addition to her clinical practice, she writes The Atlantic’s weekly “Dear Therapist” advice column and is co-host of the popular “Dear Therapists” podcast produced by Katie Couric. She contributes regularly to The New York Times and many other publications and in 2019, her TED Talk was one of the Top 10 Most-Watched of the Year. A member of the Advisory Council for Bring Change to Mind, she is a sought-after expert in media such as The Today Show, Good Morning America, CBS This Morning, CNN, and NPR’s “Fresh Air.” Learn more at LoriGottlieb.com or by following her on Twitter @LoriGottlieb1 and Instagram @lorigottlieb_author. Internationally renowned psychologist Guy Winch advocates for integrating the science of emotional health into our daily lives. His science-based self-help books have been translated into 27 languages and his three TED Talks have garnered over 25 million views. He writes Dear Guy for TED.com, the Squeaky Wheel Blog for PsychologyToday.com and is the co-host with Lori Gottlieb, of the Dear Therapists podcast from iHeartRadio. Learn more at guywinch.com. Topics · How Lori and Guy met · Lori and Guy’s Dear Therapists podcast · Lori and Guy’s eclectic approach to therapy · The benefits of tag-team therapy · Lori and Guy discuss loneliness · Why people share personal stories on social media · How mental health relates to ideological extremism · The importance of self-compassion and curiosity Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-psychology-podcast/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Buss, a pioneering professor of psychology at the University of Texas, dives deep into the darker aspects of human mating strategies. He explores the evolutionary roots of sexual conflict, shedding light on jealousy, stalking, and intimate partner violence. Buss discusses the implications of dark triad traits and the allure of 'bad boys' in attraction dynamics. He also reflects on the #MeToo movement and how evolutionary psychology can combat gender violence, emphasizing the need for informed strategies to address these societal challenges.

Join Dr. Robert Cialdini, a leading expert on influence and the author of bestselling books like Influence and Pre-Suasion. He delves into the updated principles of persuasion and how small changes can lead to big impacts. Discover the new seventh principle, unity, which emphasizes the importance of shared identity in influencing behavior. Cialdini also discusses the power of scarcity in decision-making and the significance of authority figures in persuasion. His insights translate complex research into practical strategies anyone can use.

Today it’s great to chat with Amy Chan on the podcast. Amy is the Founder of Renew Breakup Bootcamp, a retreat that takes a scientific and spiritual approach to healing the heart. She is also the Editor-in-Chief of Heart Hackers Club - an online magazine that focuses on the psychology behind love, lust and desire. The Observer calls her "A relationship expert whose work is like that of a scientific Carrie Bradshaw" and her company has been featured across national media including Good Morning America, Vogue, Glamour, Nightline and the front page of The New York Times. Her book, Breakup Bootcamp - The Science of Rewiring Your Heart, was published by Harper Collins on December 1, 2020. Topics · How heartbreak can be a bridge to self-actualization · Understanding our relationship patterns · Love vs. familiarity · Amy’s Breakup Bootcamp · The stages of a breakup · Amy explains “love addiction” · The habit of over-giving · Feeling vs. feeding your emotions · How to alleviate excessive rumination · How we should define love Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-psychology-podcast/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today it’s great to chat with Loch Kelly on the podcast. Loch is an author, meditation teacher, psychotherapist, and founder of the non-profit, Open-Hearted Awareness Institute. Loch teaches in a non-sectarian human being lineage using an adult education style based in the earliest non-dual wisdom traditions, modern science and psychotherapy. Loch’s work is to help people access awakening as the next natural stage of human development. He offers in-person retreats, workshops, and online video and audio courses and he has served on the New York Insight Teachers Council. Topics · Loch’s spiritual journey · Loch discusses “awake awareness” · Absorbed vs. panoramic flow · Deliberate vs. effortless mindfulness · The neuroscience of meditation · How to tap into “pure being” · Mindfulness for individuals with ADD/ADHD · Loch discusses nondual theory · How Loch defines “identity” Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-psychology-podcast/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today it’s great to have Annaka Harris on the podcast. Annaka is an author whose work touches on neuroscience, meditation, philosophy of mind, and consciousness. She is author of two books: Conscious: A Brief Guide to the Fundamental Mystery of the Mind and the children’s book I Wonder. Annaka is also a volunteer for InnerKids, teaching mindfulness meditation to children in schools. Topics · The hard problem of consciousness · Why Annaka wrote Conscious · Annaka discusses "panpsychism" · How to think more creatively about consciousness · The function of consciousness · The experience of agnosia · What consciousness has to do with free will · Consciousness from an evolutionary perspective · Annaka’s thoughts on the free will debate · Annaka’s goals in writing I Wonder Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-psychology-podcast/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tal Ben-Shahar, a best-selling author and former Harvard professor, shares his insights on happiness and well-being. He speaks about his unique journey from squash player to teaching happiness at Harvard. Topics include the multifaceted nature of happiness, the impact of social media on mental health, and how different cultures define happiness. Tal emphasizes that achieving happiness may not be a direct pursuit, advocating for resilience and creativity in fostering fulfillment, especially in disadvantaged populations.

John McWhorter teaches linguistics, philosophy, and music history at Columbia University, and writes for various publications on language issues and race issues such as Time, the Wall Street Journal, the Daily Beast, CNN, and the Atlantic. He told his mother he wanted to be a "book writer" when he was five, and is happy that it worked out. Topics · Why John wrote a book on profanity · Why we call it “swearing” · Why people love the f-word · How profanity “lives in the right brain” · Why slurs sometimes become terms of affection · Why every culture has slurs · Why John thinks “the elect” is doing harm to society · How to balance contrasting perspectives on racism · John and Scott discuss the victim mentality · Discerning between fact and fiction in racial justice Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-psychology-podcast/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.