All In The Mind

ABC Australia
  • 4.4 (118)
  • LIFE SCIENCES
  • UPDATED WEEKLY

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.

  1. 4 HRS AGO

    Pretty privilege, surgery stigma and the cosmetic procedure paradox

    Cosmetic procedures aren't reserved for celebrities anymore - they're becoming more and more accessible for every day people.  So if we're able to alter our looks or avoid the appearance of aging altogether, what impact does this have on our psychology? Today, we examine how changing our faces might change how we see each other. Please note, this episode includes some discussion of body image and mental health issues such as body dysmorphic disorder. Take care while listening. Guests: Professor Gemma SharpClinical psychologist and researcherAdelaide University Dr Sarah BonellResearch FellowBolton Clarke Research Institute Credits: Presenter/producer: Sana QadarReporter/producer: Rose KerrSenior producer: James BullenSound engineer: Roi HubermanMore information: What's the connection between cosmetic procedures and mental health? Australian Women's Lived Experiences of Stigmatization After Cosmetic Surgery: A Qualitative Investigation The cosmetic surgery paradox: Toward a contemporary understanding of cosmetic surgery popularisation and attitudes Under the knife: Unfavorable perceptions of women who seek plastic surgery New AHPRA Guidelines Require Psychological Screening for Non-Surgical Cosmetic Procedures Cheaper, easier and less taboo: Why more gen Zs are getting cosmetic injectables such as botox Body dysmorphic disorder Support: Butterfly foundation 1800 33 4673 You can catch up on more episodes of the All in the Mind podcast with journalist and presenter Sana Qadar, exploring the psychology of topics like stress, memory, communication and relationships on ABC Listen or wherever you get your podcasts.

    30 min

  2. 18 APR

    The psychology behind our moral outrage

    Politics, war, abortion, gun control — why do some topics make us so outraged? One theory is that our preoccupation with preventing harm is to blame. So today, we examine how humans developed morality, why we differ in what we consider right and wrong, and how that drives us to moral outrage. And after all of that, we'll find out how to have better conversations with people you disagree with (even if you're feeling outraged). If you want to hear more about that, check out The skills supercommunicators use, which you can learn too. This episode first aired in January 2025. Guest: Dr Kurt GrayProfessor in Psychology and Neuroscience, University of North Carolina at Chapel HillDirector, Deepest Beliefs Lab and the Center for the Science of Moral UnderstandingAuthor, Outraged: Why We Fight About Morality and Politics and How to Find Common Ground Credits: Presenter/producer: Sana QadarSenior producer: James BullenProducer: Rose KerrSound engineer: Roi HubermanMore information: Lethal Mass Partisanship: Prevalence, Correlates, & Electoral Contingencies The transcript for this episode can be found on its original webpage. You can catch up on more episodes of the All in the Mind podcast with journalist and presenter Sana Qadar, exploring the psychology of topics like stress, memory, communication and relationships on ABC Listen or wherever you get your podcasts.

    30 min

  3. 11 APR

    Staying sane in space

    In the last couple of weeks, a lot of people have been getting excited about space exploration thanks to Artemis II. So this week, we revisit an episode from our archives all about life as an astronaut and the psychological impacts of long distance space travel.  And if you enjoy this episode, check out Artemis Explained, a podcast from the Science Friction team, following the Artemis II mission. This episode was first broadcast in March 2024. You can catch up on more episodes of the All in the Mind podcast with journalist and presenter Sana Qadar, exploring the psychology of topics like stress, memory, communication and relationships on ABC Listen or wherever you get your podcasts. Guests: Dr Albert Holland, Senior Operational Psychologist, NASA Johnson Space CenterDr Cady Coleman, Former NASA astronautJamey Simpson, Cady's sonWith excerpts from:Space: The Longest Goodbye, directed by Ido Mizrahy Credits: Presenter/producer: Sana QadarProducer: Rose KerrSound engineer: Simon BranthwaiteMore information: Artemis Explained podcast Science Friction To view the transcript for this episode, please head to its original webpage.

    29 min
  4. Mind Hacks with Dr Billy Garvey: "being a bit kinder to myself"

    8 APR

    Mind Hacks with Dr Billy Garvey: "being a bit kinder to myself"

    Welcome back to All in the Mind's little sister: Mind Hacks.  In this episode, we're joined by developmental paediatrician and co-host of Pop Culture Parenting, Dr Billy Garvey. From self compassion to channelling anger into advocacy, Billy shares his own strategies for managing bad days. On Mind Hacks, we're bringing you bonus content with special guests, featuring rapid fire questions about their mental health tips and pet peeves. It's like a psychology version of eff, marry kill!If you have feedback or want to suggest a guest, you can reach us on allinthemind@abc.net.au Guest: Dr Billy GarveyDevelopmental paediatricianAuthor, Ten things I wish you knew about your child's mental healthPodcast co-host, Pop Culture ParentingFounder, Guiding Growing Minds Credits: Presenter/Producer: Sana QadarSenior Producer: James BullenProducer: Rose KerrSound Engineer: Hamish CamilleriRelevant All in the Mind episodes: Tantrums, sleep training and anxiety: Dr Billy Garvey answers your parenting questions 'Bad behaviour' or just misunderstood? What to know about kids' mental health You can catch up on more episodes of the All in the Mind podcast with journalist and presenter Sana Qadar, exploring the psychology of topics like stress, memory, communication and relationships on ABC Listen or wherever you get your podcasts.

    8 min

  5. 4 APR

    Tantrums, sleep training and anxiety: Dr Billy Garvey answers your parenting questions

    How can I help my child with anxiety? What's the deal with sleep training? Are we supposed to ignore tantrums? This week, we've invited developmental paediatrician Dr Billy Garvey back on All in the Mind for a mailbag episode. We'll unpack your parenting dilemmas which cover questions about kids of all ages, from the littlest of newborns right through to teenagers.  So whether you're a parent, aunt, uncle, grandparent, friend or someone just curious about how to support young people in your life, Billy has advice for navigating challenging moments. And please note, one of the questions is a bit heavy, touching on the topic of suicidality. Please take care while listening. Guest: Dr Billy GarveyDevelopmental paediatricianAuthor, Ten things I wish you knew about your child's mental healthPodcast co-host, Pop Culture ParentingFounder, Guiding Growing Minds Credits: Present/producer: Sana QadarSenior producer: James BullenProducer: Rose KerrSound engineer: Antonia GauciMore information: 'Bad behaviour' or just misunderstood? What to know about kids' mental health Support resources: Lifeline 13 11 14 13YARN 13 92 76 Beyond Blue

    30 min

  6. 28 MAR

    The psychology of masturbation

    This week we're talking about something intimate… and sometimes taboo: masturbation. From self-love, to disordered behaviour and back again, we explore how our perceptions of masturbation have changed over the course of history and why it's still linked to shame and confusion for some. Also, why do humans (and other animals) masturbate in the first place? Just a heads up, if the topic didn't give it away, this episode may not be suitable for little ones. You can catch up on more episodes of the All in the Mind podcast with journalist and presenter Sana Qadar, exploring the psychology of topics like stress, memory, communication and relationships on ABC Listen or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode first aired in September 2024. Guests: Esme Louise JamesPhD candidate, University of MelbourneContent creator and author of Kinky History Dr Vijayasarathi RamanathanClinical sexologistSenior Lecturer of Sexual Health (Sexology) at Westmead Clinical School, University of Sydney Dr Ann JonesHost, What the Duck?! Dr Matilda BrindleEvolutionary biologistUniversity of Oxford Credits: Presenter/producer: Sana QadarSenior producer: James BullenProducer: Rose KerrSound engineer: Beth StewartMore information: Sex is Weird | What the Duck?! To find the transcript for this episode, head to its original webpage.

    29 min
  7. Mind Hacks: Casey Beros

    24 MAR

    Mind Hacks: Casey Beros

    Welcome back to All in the Mind's little sister: Mind Hacks. In this episode, health journalist and author Casey Beros on managing your inner critic, balancing competing appetites for more and less in life, and filtering out the external voices to chart your own course in life. Each week on Mind Hacks, we're bringing you bonus content with special guests, featuring rapid fire questions about their mental health tips and pet peeves. It's like a psychology version of eff, marry kill!We're testing this format out over the next few weeks, so let us know what you think, or if there's a guest you'd like us to invite back on the program for Mind Hacks. As always, you can reach us on allinthemind@abc.net.auAnd don't worry, regular All in the Mind episodes will keep dropping every Sunday. Guest: Casey BerosHealth journalistAuthor, Next of Kin Credits: Presenter/Producer: Sana QadarSenior Producer: James BullenProducer: Rose KerrSound Engineer: Micky GrossmanRelevant All in the Mind episodes: Tough conversations and anticipatory grief: being a carerWhat influences your inner voiceControlling the chatter in your headYou can catch up on more episodes of the All in the Mind podcast with journalist and presenter Sana Qadar, exploring the psychology of topics like stress, memory, communication and relationships on ABC Listen or wherever you get your podcasts.

  8. 21 MAR

    Tough conversations and anticipatory grief: being a carer

    When Casey Beros' dad was diagnosed with mesothelioma, she knew her entire world would change.  More than three million Australians are carers — a role people are often thrust into without any kind of map. So based on her own experience, Casey wrote one. On All in the Mind this week, what it takes to be a carer for a loved one. How to get through the tough conversations and difficult moments — from giving bad news to talking about voluntary assisted dying — and still come out the other end in one piece. Guest: Casey BerosHealth journalistAuthor, Next of Kin Credits: Presenter/producer: Sana QadarSenior producer: James BullenProducer: Rose KerrSound engineer: Roi HubermanYou can catch up on more episodes of the All in the Mind podcast with journalist and presenter Sana Qadar, exploring the psychology of topics like stress, memory, communication and relationships on ABC Listen or wherever you get your podcasts.

    30 min
See All (343)

Hosts & Guests

4.4
out of 5
118 Ratings

About

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.

Information

  • Creator
    ABC Australia
  • Years Active
    2005 - 2026
  • Episodes
    343
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026, Australian Broadcasting Corporation. All right reserved.
  • Show Website
    All In The Mind

More From ABC Podcasts

You Might Also Like