Model Behavior

Macy Ricketts, Ph.D.
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Brains, beauty, and bold moves—welcome to Model Behavior. Hosted by research scientist and model Macy Ricketts, this podcast explores the science of success, social dynamics, and the moments that make life interesting. From decoding the art of a legendary weekend to unpacking modern dating, ambition, and the unwritten rules of social circles, Model Behavior is where intellect meets real life. Whether it's a personal story, cultural deep dive, or a well-timed reality check, this is your space for candid conversations, bold choices, and embracing the journey with confidence.

  1. MAY 4

    Slump Season

    What’s a baddie to do when she momentarily forgets who she is? Spiral a little, stay busy, and then talk about it on a podcast. This episode is a full life update—winter travel, balancing modeling/research/Lagree, and a slightly unhinged studio moment (yes, someone started a fire). Plus, one random highlight: I got to ride a Zamboni at a pro hockey game. But mostly, I open up about some confidence struggles I’ve been working through and how I’m pulling myself out of it. What do you do when you're in a slump season and need a refresh? I want to hear about it.

    27 min

  2. APR 8

    The Jump Shot Guide to Sliding into the DMs

    If my mom can successfully shoot her shot at an NHL legend, you can definitely handle that DM you’ve been sitting on. Today, we’re talking shot selection, signature "soup" bases, and why your IG profile is doing more work than you think. I’m sharing a recent DM win (and a few losses) of my own to prove that authenticity beats a canned pickup line every single time. Stop overthinking the "send" button—we’ve got a survival guide to get through!

    23 min
  3. Are You a Silly Goose or a Silly Goose Ally?

    MAR 20

    Are You a Silly Goose or a Silly Goose Ally?

    This week, I’m breaking down a very important (and very scientific) question: are you dating a silly goose, a silly goose ally, or—worst of all—the fun police? After running a highly controlled “ice cream flavor test” on one pro hockey All-Star (peer-reviewed by me and Meghan), I realized something: early-stage dating is basically one long improv exercise. And not everyone is equipped for the power play. We’re getting into: Why banter is one of the strongest indicators of compatibility early onThe psychology of humor, intelligence, and cognitive flexibilityWhy some people can commit to the bit… and others panicWhat your texting chemistry reveals about long-term relationship potentialAnd how to tell if it’s a bad bit… or just the wrong test subject Let's be so honest for a sec: you're not just looking for someone attractive—you’re looking for someone who can keep up. Consider this your field guide to modern dating… one silly goose at a time.

    23 min
  4. How to Be the Wingwoman Everyone Wants

    FEB 18

    How to Be the Wingwoman Everyone Wants

    In this episode, I’m coming at you from the Lagree studio and recapping my absolute whirlwind of a month — traveling to Scottsdale (twice), going to hockey games, getting cast in my first major commercial campaign, and showing up solo to the Waste Management Open as my own social experiment — plus stepping into bridesmaid duties for two back-to-back weddings (where yes, I notoriously roll alone). But the heart of this episode is about mastering the art of being a professional wingwoman: how to genuinely hype up your friend, help create her moment, and elevate her sparkle without dimming your own. I break down the mindset shifts and social strategies that let you be supportive, magnetic, and confident all at once — because being the ultimate hype girl doesn’t mean becoming a side character. You can hand her the spotlight and still keep your main character energy fully intact.

    23 min
  5. Prayers, Pucks, and Possibilities: Trusting What You Ask For in 2026

    JAN 6

    Prayers, Pucks, and Possibilities: Trusting What You Ask For in 2026

    In this episode, I’m recapping a heated hockey rivalry, how I somehow walked away with Sleeves’s hockey stick, and the unexpected joy of making new friends in the middle of it all. But beyond the pucks and the antics, this episode is really about faith—what it means to ask boldly, trust deeply, and believe that what you ask for can be given to you. As we head into 2026, I’m sharing why I’m choosing to pray in faith instead of fear, release control, and trust that the right things—people, opportunities, and yes, even hockey sticks—will find their way to me when the timing is right. If you’ve ever struggled with trusting the ask, letting go, or believing that good things can still come your way, this one is especially for you.

    41 min
  6. Office Hours: How to Crush Without Crashing

    12/08/2025

    Office Hours: How to Crush Without Crashing

    This week on Model Behavior, I'm coming at you with an audio-only mini episode. I'm taking a minute to get all gushy about something super exciting—my podcast being recognized as one of Spotify’s Best New Shows of 2025! I’m sharing a little gratitude, a lot of crush talk, and some straight-up real-life lessons about how to enjoy a crush without turning it into a full-on daydream disaster. From celebrity flirtations to why every woman needs a crush list, we’re keeping it fun, flirty, and fully relatable. Plus, I’m spilling my holiday plans and a little festive cheer. Tune in—you’re gonna want to hear this one.

    18 min
  7. Hot Girl Mission 101: How to Have Fun on Purpose

    11/20/2025

    Hot Girl Mission 101: How to Have Fun on Purpose

    This week, we’re breaking down one of my favorite scientific frameworks: The Hot Girl Mission. Think field research, meets girl math, meets chaos theory. I walk you through a real-life experiment my friends and I accidentally ran this weekend involving a group of unnamed professional athletes, an abandoned primary hypothesis, and one extremely unexpected plot twist. We’re talking controlled variables (confidence), dependent variables (vibes), and the true purpose of a hot girl mission: to have fun, build evidence that you’re That Girl, and stop centering men in your confidence cycle. It’s science. It’s delusion. It’s empowerment. And yes, Irish car bombs were involved.

    27 min
  8. Decentering Men 101: Building Self-Worth That's Yours

    11/04/2025

    Decentering Men 101: Building Self-Worth That's Yours

    This week, we’re talking about decentering men — not in a man-hating way, but in a “my confidence doesn’t hinge on your attention” way. I'm diving into the psychology and science behind self-esteem, and how to rebuild a sense of worth that isn’t tied to how desirable you appear to men. From rewiring your brain’s reward system to learning what genuine self-validation feels like, this episode is all about being hot for YOU.

    31 min
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Brains, beauty, and bold moves—welcome to Model Behavior. Hosted by research scientist and model Macy Ricketts, this podcast explores the science of success, social dynamics, and the moments that make life interesting. From decoding the art of a legendary weekend to unpacking modern dating, ambition, and the unwritten rules of social circles, Model Behavior is where intellect meets real life. Whether it's a personal story, cultural deep dive, or a well-timed reality check, this is your space for candid conversations, bold choices, and embracing the journey with confidence.

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  • Creator
    Macy Ricketts, Ph.D.
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    32
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Macy Ricketts, Ph.D.
  • Show Website
    Model Behavior