Curiosities in Psychology

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Interested in the mind and human behaviour? How to shape your brain? Relationships and trust? Forensic psychology and the criminal justice system? Food psychology? Mentally healthy workplaces? Happiness? Join as us we dive into the fascinating world of psych. and explore ALL aspects of human behaviour in this exciting new podcast.

  1. 12/15/2023

    Ep. 14: Forensic Psychology, Memory and Eye Witness Testimonies

    What is the actual role of a forensic psychologist? What are some common misconceptions around eye witness testimonies? And how does the way a question is asked in court affect an eyewitnesses memory? This week I'm joined by applied cognitive psychologist, researcher and academic Jim Sauer to discuss the fascinating world of forensic psychology.

    38 min

  2. 12/07/2023

    Ep. 13: Exploring Mens Mental Health

    How do societal expectations of masculinity affect how men perceive and express their mental health struggles? What are some common stereotypes or misconceptions around men's mental health? And what does the future of men's mental health advocacy and awareness look like, and what can we do to contribute to positive change? This week we chat to Simon Rinne from the Mindful Men Podcast to discuss all things around mens mental health.

    48 min

  3. 12/01/2023

    ep. 12: Maintaining Mental Health Living Overseas

    Moving overseas can be SO exciting, adventurous and fulfilling - but how do we handle the other emotions that come with it too? The loneliness, homesickness, or uncertainty? How do you unpack that when you're not in your 'safe' environment surround by those who lift you up? This week I'm joined by Darren Jonathon to discuss the psychology of living overseas, including coping methods, culture shock, and the more exciting parts of living in a new country.

    33 min

  4. 11/24/2023

    Ep. 11: Working With Perpetrators of Violence

    *CONTENT WARNING* this episode contains references to sensitive topics, including sexual and domestic violence. What are the underlying factors that promote individuals to commit acts of violence, and how do you effectively work with these individuals to overcome these barriers? How do mental health challenges contribute to violent behaviour? And what motives individuals to work in this field? This week I'm joined by Alison from SAgency to discuss working with perpetrators of domestic and sexual violence.

    1h 11m

  5. 11/17/2023

    Ep. 10: Equine Therapy

    What is equine therapy and how does it work? How does it differ from conventional therapy? And how are therapy horses actually chosen? Join us this week as we visit Full Gallop Equestrian Centre to discover the psychological benefits of working with horses.

    1h 9m

  6. 11/09/2023

    Ep. 9: The Psychology of Living Spaces

    How does where we live affect our mental health? What role do our own perceptions, emotions, memories, and culture have on places themselves? And how does the problem of housing affect our own sense of place and belonging?  Tune into this weeks episode where I’m joined by Australian philosopher and author Jeff Malpas to discuss the psychology of living spaces.

    53 min

  7. 11/05/2023

    Let's Talk About: Fashion Psychology

    Fashion: it's everywhere. What you wear is part of your identity, whether you want it to be or not. But how does what we wear affect us psychologically, and affect our behaviour towards others? This podcasts looks at how fashion affects our mood, behaviours, mindset, and even our cognition.

    10 min

  8. 10/19/2023

    Ep.7: The Psychology of Language

    How does language affect our perception of the world around us, and shape our thoughts and beliefs? What role does language play in shaping our cultural and social identities? And what is the future of language with digital technologies? This week I'm joined by associate professor Nenagh Kemp to discuss the psychology of language.

    18 min
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Interested in the mind and human behaviour? How to shape your brain? Relationships and trust? Forensic psychology and the criminal justice system? Food psychology? Mentally healthy workplaces? Happiness? Join as us we dive into the fascinating world of psych. and explore ALL aspects of human behaviour in this exciting new podcast.

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