"Speaking of Psychology" is an audio podcast series highlighting some of the latest, most important and relevant psychological research being conducted today. Produced by the American Psychological Association, these podcasts will help listeners apply the science of psychology to their everyday lives.
This episode of Speaking of Psychology features an interview with Dr. Niobe Way, a developmental psychologist, who discusses her research on boy culture and its impact on the emotional and social development of boys and young men. Dr. Way explains how societal stereotypes about masculinity lead boys to suppress their e...
In this episode of Speaking of Psychology, host Kim Mills interviews Dr. Ellen Peters about numeracy, its impact on everyday life, and how to improve it. Dr. Peters defines numeracy as the ability to understand and use basic probability and mathematical concepts, similar to how literacy relates to words. The discussion...
This episode of Speaking of Psychology features an interview with Dr. Katy Milkman, a behavioral scientist, discussing strategies for behavior change. Dr. Milkman shares insights from her research and book, "How to Change," focusing on leveraging human nature to overcome obstacles like impulsivity and procrastination. ...
This episode of Speaking of Psychology features an interview with Dr. Paul Bloom, a psychology professor, discussing his book "The Sweet Spot: The Pleasures of Suffering and the Search for Meaning." Dr. Bloom explores why people seek out suffering, from watching horror movies to running marathons, and how it connects t...
In this episode of Speaking of Psychology, Kim Mills interviews Dr. Marisa Franco, a friendship expert, about the challenges of making and maintaining friendships in adulthood. Dr. Franco explains why friendships can decline as people age due to changes in life context and priorities, leading to decreased opportunities...
In this episode of Speaking of Psychology, host Kim Mills interviews Dr. Paul Eastwick and Dr. Eli Finkel, co-hosts of the podcast "Love Factually," about the intersection of romantic comedies and relationship science. They discuss how their podcast uses scientific research to analyze the accuracy and impact of romanti...
In this episode of Speaking of Psychology, host Kim Mills interviews Dr. Vaile Wright about the use of artificial intelligence in mental healthcare. They discuss how AI tools are currently being used by therapists, the difference between digital therapeutics and wellness apps, and the potential of AI to address the men...
In this episode of Speaking of Psychology, host Kim Mills interviews Dr. Nicholas Turk-Browne about childhood or infantile amnesia, exploring why people can't remember early childhood experiences. Dr. Turk-Browne discusses the two main hypotheses: whether the infant brain is too immature to store durable memories or if...
In this episode of Speaking of Psychology, host Kim Mills interviews Dr. Sonja Lyubomirsky, a distinguished professor of psychology, about the science of happiness. They discuss the factors that contribute to happiness, including genetics, life circumstances, and personal behaviors and mindsets, while also addressing t...
In this episode of Speaking of Psychology, host Kim Mills interviews Dr. Paul Piff about his research on the psychology of wealth and how it affects people's behavior and beliefs. Dr. Piff discusses his Monopoly experiment, which demonstrated how easily privilege can lead to entitlement and a focus on self-interest. Th...
In this episode of Speaking of Psychology, host Kim Mills interviews Dr. Mindy Shoss about job insecurity and its impact on workers' mental and physical health. Dr. Shoss discusses the current climate of economic uncertainty, including layoffs and the rise of AI, and how these factors contribute to job insecurity. She ...
In this episode of Speaking of Psychology, host Kim Mills interviews Dr. Darby Saxbe about the neuroscience of parenthood, exploring how becoming a parent can change the structure and function of the brain in both mothers and fathers. Dr. Saxbe discusses research indicating that parenthood leads to brain remodeling, in...
In this episode of Speaking of Psychology, host Kim Mills interviews Dr. Ximena Arriaga about attachment theory and its impact on close relationships. Dr. Arriaga defines attachment styles, discusses their origins in both early childhood experiences and biological factors, and explains how these styles can vary dependi...
In this episode of Speaking of Psychology, host Kim Mills interviews Dr. Ruth Ogden, a Professor of the Psychology of Time, about how humans perceive time. Dr. Ogden discusses how emotions and experiences affect our sense of time, why time seems to speed up as we age, and the role of the insular cortex in time percepti...
In this episode of Speaking of Psychology, Kim Mills interviews Dr. George Bonanno about the psychology of human loss, grief, and resilience. Dr. Bonanno defines resilience as a stable trajectory of healthy functioning after exposure to adversity, arguing it's a capacity inherent in human nature, not a fixed trait. The...
This episode explores hoarding disorder, defining it as a distinct mental illness characterized by difficulty discarding items and excessive clutter that impairs the use of living spaces. Dr. Mary Dozier explains that hoarding was officially recognized in the DSM in 2013 and is associated with reward pathways in the br...
This episode explores the complexities of body image development in young girls, advocating for a shift "beyond body positivity" by focusing on a holistic sense of self that values function and character over appearance. Against the backdrop of cultural messages excessively focused on the body, the speakers emphasize t...
This episode explores the psychology of extremism, moving beyond the typical association with violence and terrorism to encompass a broader range of behaviors. Against this backdrop, Dr. Arie Kruglanski and Dr. Sophia Moskalenko define extremism as a state of motivational imbalance, where a dominant need overshadows ...
This episode explores the psychology and neurobiology of crying, featuring an interview with Dr. Lauren Bylsma, a clinical psychologist specializing in this area. Against the backdrop of common myths surrounding tears, Dr. Bylsma differentiates between basal, reflexive, and emotional tears, highlighting that emotional...
This episode explores consumer attitudes toward cultured meat, a novel food source produced in a lab setting. Against the backdrop of the FDA and USDA's approval for cultured meat sales in the U.S., the discussion highlights the significant consumer hesitation despite potential environmental and animal welfare benefits...
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