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Reem Josephine
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Where sports and psychology collide. Investigating the latest findings in psychological research and their potential impact both on & off the field.

Episodes

  1. Jun 19

    #4: CFL Week 3 Countdown to FNF - Juneteenth 2026

    RJ Discusses Week 3 Defensive Matchups, the need for the CFL (or members of the fanbase?) to devise a proprietary QBR formula outside of the current QB Efficiency Rating, QB of the Week, and some not-AI slop.

  2. May 19

    #3 - May 19, 2026 - The Neuroscience of Cerebellar Coherence

    Whether you're an athlete practicing an advanced maneuver or anyone trying to learn a new skill, the key is to first understand the concept of coherence. Coherence is a process facilitated by the cerebellum, which is a cortical structure located near the back of the brain near the brain stem. It's responsible for voluntary movement, coordination, and balance. The cerebellum also plays a critical role in learning by synchronizing & conducting different oscillations from across the brain.How Neuroscience Differs from Psychology: 0:36What is Coherence? 1:35Role of the Cerebellum: 2:52Difference Between LFPs & EEGs: 4:09Closed Feedback Loops v. Proposed Model: 8:33Pons & Granule Cells: 11:25Purkinje Cell Inhibition: 12:46Thalamocerebellar Pathway: 14:15Importance of Handwriting & Establishing Coherence Early: 16:29 This study was published by McAfee et al. in the journal of Frontiers in Systems Neurosciences (2022): https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/systems-neuroscience/articles/10.3389/fnsys.2021.781527/full?fbclid=IwY2xjawR3-UZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA80MDk5NjI2MjMwODU2MDkAAR6QDaRCQBWAoEvDwieWXefzghnj2Rl6q7dZ0S1_Cz9p1WAbupFGad-a-Jy27g_aem_fE5q0OCTYywlqXCAOm6NMw#share

  3. Apr 30

    #2 - April 29, 2026 - What is "Talent"?

    Is "talent" a stat, or a feeling? What do pro sports organizations and coaches scout for before drafting prospective athletes? In an effort to feature up & coming Canadian football talent, this episode discusses: NFL Mock Draft Post-Mortem: 3:09 CFL Mock Draft Picks & Player Assessments: 30:45 History of Sleeper Picks in the NHL & NBA: 1:07:45 Definition of "Talent": 1:18:33 Are Drafts Good Predictors of Talent?: 1:26:46 How Good Coaches Assess Talent: 1:37:57

  4. Apr 17

    #1 - April 17, 2026 - Playoffs, Policy, Peace & Punch

    In Ep 1, I share my 2026 NHL playoff bracket, an evidence-based approach to the Leafs' GM hunt, CFL free agency updates, and an exclusive study from the Journal of Peace Psychology. While sipping Capri Sun. My throat was dry. PS: If you're familiar with OBS software, please contact me!

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About

Where sports and psychology collide. Investigating the latest findings in psychological research and their potential impact both on & off the field.

Information

  • Creator
    Reem Josephine
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    4
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Reem Josephine
  • Show Website
    Head Games