Why We Do What We Do

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Why We Do What We Do Podcast

We explain popular and weird, little-known ideas in psychology. Whether you are a little curious about psychology, or a student, or even a professional, we have something for everyone. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-we-do-what-we-do--3419521/support.

  1. 21 HR AGO

    Imitation Imitation

    It is easy to dismiss some behaviors as "just" imitation. However, this is a crucial developmental skill that we rely on throughout our lifetimes. We explore the philosophy of what imitation is, how it develops, and when people struggle with it.  Recommendations Abraham: Sagrada: Artisans (https://floodgate.games/products/sagrada-artisans?srsltid=AfmBOooELu9aa2H_Wc60JxmxQF2GqyRECy328sy1Kkkp3qbrLZZUGZWd)Shane: Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2049403/)Holidays (09/25/24) Banned Websites Awareness DayBinge DayComic Book DayMath Story Telling DayNational Bakery DayNational Cooking DayNational Food Service Employees DayNational Lobster DayNational One-Hit Wonder DayNational Psychotherapy DayNational Research Administrators DayNational Tune Up DayWorld Ataxia Awareness DayWorld Dream DayWorld Pharmacists DayWorld School Milk DayBanned Books WeekDeaf Dog Awareness WeekInternational Interpreters and Translators WeekMinimally Invasive Surgery WeekNational Dog WeekNational Farm Animals Awareness WeekSea Otter Awareness WeekTolkien WeekNational Hispanic Heritage WeekRemember to Register to Vote WeekLinks and References: https://www.mayinstitute.org/news/acl/asd-and-dd-child-focused/what-is-imitation-and-why-is-it-important/#:~:text=Imitation%20is%20a%20crucial%20aspect,and%20peers%20perform%20these%20behaviors.https://jacobsfoundation.org/why-imitation-in-early-childhood-is-crucial/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-we-do-what-we-do--3419521/support.

    57 min

  2. 2 DAYS AGO

    Mini: Neoliberalism

    Neoliberalism is a a name that might be misleading. It is not "liberal" as in left-wing politics. We will describe what neoliberalism is and offer our own ideas about its proposal. Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/wwdwwdpodcast Links and References:  https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/neoliberalism/https://www.investopedia.com/terms/n/neoliberalism.asphttps://dornsife.usc.edu/news/stories/what-is-neoliberalism/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-we-do-what-we-do--3419521/support.

    15 min

  3. 18 SEPT

    Why Did We Ever Have Royalty?

    Why did humans to raise some people or allow them to raise themselves above even the highest "classes" of society? We trace the history of royalty, the privilege of royalty, and the features of royalty. It was a strange practice that both has and hasn't stood the test of time. Learn all about how monarchy governments work. Recommendations Abraham: Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (https://www.furiosaamadmaxsaga.com/)Shane: The Iron Claw (https://a24films.com/films/the-iron-claw)Holidays (09/18/24) First Love DayChiropractic Founders DayHug a Greeting Card Writer DayInternational Read an eBook DayNational Ceiling Fan DayNational Cheeseburger DayNational HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness DayNational Rehabilitation DayNational Respect DayNational School Backpack Awareness DayRice Krispies Treats DayWorld Bamboo DayWorld Water Monitoring DayAdopt a Less Adoptable Pet WeekAstronomy WeekBalance Awareness WeekBuild a Better Image WeekConstitution WeekInternational Clean Hands WeekMalnutrition Awareness WeekLinks and References:  https://www.worldhistory.org/Egyptian_Government/https://education.nationalgeographic.org/resource/kingdom/https://history.howstuffworks.com/historical-figures/royalty.htm#pt1https://education.nationalgeographic.org/resource/imperial-chinas-dynasties/6th-grade/https://www.britannica.com/topic/monarchy/Premodern-monarchieshttps://youtu.be/TZNQDxBCC20?si=xY5f1qyMMd1MdOAJhttps://youtu.be/YYPAFqQgbqE?si=uMq86ywGih6B6NPthttps://www.britannica.com/place/Caliphatehttps://www.history.com/news/7-influential-african-empireshttps://www.nationalgeographic.com/magazine/article/tut-dna-dobbs#:~:text=And%20while%20royal%20families%20in,frequently%20married%20among%20close%20relatives.https://journals.openedition.org/transatlantica/525#:~:text=Thus%20what%20is%20dubbed%20%E2%80%9CHawaiian,were%20considered%20with%20much%20respect. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-we-do-what-we-do--3419521/support.

    1h 11m

  4. 16 SEPT

    Mini: Porn

    This is less of a "why" or the inner workings of the industry and more of a definition unpacking. This is largely in response to the "I can't define it, but I know it when I see it" type answer that is often given. Sometimes, we have to define things more functionally than formally, as we will attempt to do here. Although there is some description of the content of porn, it is more procedural than graphic. But just in case, WARNING: Some of the language in this episode may not be suitable for sensitive audiences.  Join us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/wwdwwdpodcast Links and References https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pornographyhttps://www.wsj.com/articles/BL-LB-4558https://history.wustl.edu/i-know-it-when-i-see-it-history-obscenity-pornography-united-states Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-we-do-what-we-do--3419521/support.

    13 min

  5. 11 SEPT

    Nostalgia: The Dunning-Kruger Effect

    We revisit this classic episode in a discussion about how lack of experience leads to a false-sense of competence, or maybe there is something else going on? The Dunning-Kruger effect famously relates data that demonstrates a lack of skill associated with a high rate of confidence and a lack of confidence associated with a high level of skill. Some people question how robust this effect may be. We will share what we find and weigh in ourselves.  Recommendations Abraham: Despicable Me 4 (https://www.despicable.me/)Shane: The Conscious Plant Kitchen (https://www.theconsciousplantkitchen.com/)  Holidays (09/11/24): 9/11 Remembrance DayEmergency Number DayI Want to Start My Own Business DayLibraries Remember DayMake Your Bed DayNational Day of Service and Remembrance DayNational Emergency Responder DayNational Hot Cross Bun DayNational No News is Good News DayOdd Day (last one was 9/11/13)Patriot DayRemember Freedom DayWomen’s Baseball DayDirect Support Professional WeekInternational Air AmbulanceInternational Housekeepers WeekLine Dance WeekNational Assisted Living WeekNational Biscuit and Gravy WeekNational Environmental Services WeekNational Suicide Prevention Week Links:  Simons D. J. (2013). Unskilled and optimistic: overconfident predictions despite calibrated knowledge of relative skill. Psychonomic bulletin & review, 20(3), 601–607. https://doi.org/10.3758/s13423-013-0379-2https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/the-dunning-kruger-effect-isnt-what-you-think-it-is/https://youtu.be/kcfRe15I47I?si=LjHyXs6zIZykp2qs Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-we-do-what-we-do--3419521/support.

    1h 5m

  6. 9 SEPT

    Mini: Duh

    Another exploration of the weird things we say. The word "duh" is an interesting one with more recent roots than you might think. Enjoy our quick dive into more word discussions in which we talk about words, duh. Support us on Patreon!: www.patreon.com/wwdwwdpodcast Links and References:  https://wgntv.com/morning-news/66-the-origin-of-duh/#:~:text=According%20to%20the%20Oxford%20English,or%20feigned%20ignorance%20or%20stupidity.%E2%80%9Dhttps://youtu.be/wlGtSS9UZOc?si=VkUJb4WtPO8gJXb2 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-we-do-what-we-do--3419521/support.

    10 min

  7. 4 SEPT

    Critical Thinking

    Critical thinking is the vaccine against misinformation. If you learn nothing else, learn to question your own beliefs. We discuss the importance of criical thinking and some exercises to build your critical thinking muscle. Don't be hoodwinked by logical fallacies and rhetorical tricks.  Recommendations Abraham: Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning pt 1 (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9603212/reviews)Shane:  Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5090568/)Holidays: Eat an Extra Dessert DayGlobal Talent Acquisition DayNational Macadamia Nut DayNational Wildlife DayNewspaper Carrier DayWorld Sexual Health DayIndigenous Literacy DayNational Cogeneration DayInternational Enthusiasm WeekZero Waste WeekNational Childhood Injury Prevention WeekNational Nutrition WeekNational Payroll WeekNational Waffle WeekSelf-University WeekSobriety Checkpoint WeekHispanic Heritage MonthSourdough SeptemberAlopecia Areata Awareness MonthNational Spinal Cord Injury Awareness MonthNational Sickle Cell Awareness MonthNational Suicide Prevention MonthBeyonce’s bdayLinks and References:  https://www.edutopia.org/article/teaching-critical-thinking-middle-high-school/https://www.teachhub.com/teaching-strategies/2014/09/teaching-strategies-to-promote-critical-thinking/https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-eight-instructional-strategies-for-promoting-critical-thinking/2021/03https://www.monash.edu/student-academic-success/enhance-your-thinking/critical-thinking/what-is-critical-thinkinghttps://asana.com/resources/critical-thinking-skillshttps://youtu.be/vNDYUlxNIAA?si=o_RW2cxx1QWDxeZLhttps://youtu.be/dItUGF8GdTw?si=LxQ3M9l1fPYQ87Ewhttps://youtu.be/NHjgKe7JMNE?si=iYrr_0L5mvGg_Kd5https://www.theskepticsguide.org/our-bookNovella, S., Novella, B., Maria, C. S., Novella, J., & Bernstein, E. (2018). The Skeptics Guide to the Universe: How to know what’s really real in a world increasingly full of fake. New York, NY: Grand Central Publishing. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-we-do-what-we-do--3419521/support.

    1h 9m

  8. 2 SEPT

    Mini: Temporary Insanity

    One defense that lawyers have successfuly used is the supposition that people can become temporarily unable to tell the difference between right and wrong. What does it mean to be temporarily insane? We discuss the implications of the use and idea behind temporary insanity and even briefly touch on the legal system in general. Join the club! www.patreon.com/wwdwwdpodcast Links and References:  https://www.tba.org/index.cfm?pg=LawBlog&blAction=showEntry&blogEntry=28336https://criminal.laws.com/murder/homicide/non-criminal-homicide/insanity-claims/famous-cases#:~:text=High%20profile%20criminal%20court%20cases,of%20the%20%22Twinkie%20Defense.%22https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/decoding-madness/202106/brief-history-the-insanity-defensehttps://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/temporary_insanity#:~:text=In%20a%20criminal%20trial%2C%20temporary,wrongfulness%20of%20the%20defendant's%20acts.https://www.lawinfo.com/resources/criminal-defense/not-guilty-by-reason-of-insanity.html Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-we-do-what-we-do--3419521/support.

    18 min
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We explain popular and weird, little-known ideas in psychology. Whether you are a little curious about psychology, or a student, or even a professional, we have something for everyone. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-we-do-what-we-do--3419521/support.

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    Abraham
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2024
  • Episodes
    411
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