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The Real Psychobabble Podcast
Hosted by Psychobabble · EN
Psychobabble is a bi-weekly storytelling venture where we tackle the unique, complex, confusing, and potentially controversial topics related to psychology and mental health. Join us as we uncover Psychology’s historic foundations, its iterations in the modern era, and everything imaginable in-between. CHEERS!
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Growth Mindset
Oct 8, 202401:07:56Tap to summarizeThe science and psychology of GROWTH MINDSET. Learn what defines growth mindset, why it is important for children and adults alike, and the strategies necessary to support your own mindset and motivation.
Transcribe →Why do we laugh?
Sep 12, 202401:03:45Tap to summarizeEverything you've ever wanted to know and much, much more about the science and psychology of laughter. Learn the answers to: What is a laugh? Why do we laugh? What makes something funny? Is laughter really the best medicine?
Transcribe →Episode 0: Dude, where's my pod?
Aug 14, 202400:24:12Tap to summarizeWell...whale...well. Your eyes are not deceiving you because, YES, The Real Psychobabble has returned! Cody & Raul are ready to bring you fresh babbles in an all-new Season 5. But first, they answer the tough questions, like "Where have you been the last 3 years?" and "Why is Cody collecting birth certificates?" We're dishing life updates and teasers for Season 5. Cheers!
Transcribe →Shyness vs. Social Anxiety
Apr 14, 202101:00:47Tap to summarizeHow did a bromance between Sigmund Freud and Carl Jung shape what we know about introverts and extroverts? What does it mean to be shy, and how is this different from social anxiety? We're back with a fresh new babble, sharing insights, personal stories, and lessons learned from our work with kids and adults. No matter where you fall on the personality spectrum, this episode will help you understand yourself and others more!
Transcribe →Toxic Masculinity
Mar 16, 202101:03:15Tap to summarizeWe are joined by Trenton Haltom, doctoral candidate in the Department of Sociology at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, to babble about the research and impact of toxic masculinity across the lifespan. We're taking a deep dive into how messages of masculinity are communicated, who is responsible for policing masculine norms, and even sprinkle in a little hope for change. This episode is full of research, anecdotes, and personal stories all intended to provide depth and breadth to the discussions on toxic masculinity. We hope this babble helps you reconstruct your ideas of masculinity and gives you the tools to challenge others to rethink what masculinity is in our current world.
Transcribe →Emotional Intelligence
Feb 16, 202101:05:32Tap to summarizeThe concept of emotional intelligence was first introduced in 1990 and has since become a staple of research and clinical work from psychological interventions to corporate America. But, what is emotional intelligence? Why is it important to teach and develop emotional intelligence in our younger generations? We answer these questions and more on a fresh new babble! Tune-in and learn how emotional intelligence may be the key to unlocking success!
Transcribe →How to achieve interview success
Jan 18, 202101:28:32Tap to summarizeInterviewing for a new job--or even graduate school--can be a daunting task. So, we've consulted with human resources experts and our fellow graduate students to discuss how to nail an important interview. This babble includes a fantastic collection of tips and tricks to be successful in an interview, including how to navigate these situations during THE INSIDE TIMES.
Transcribe →Do opposites really attract?
Jan 2, 202100:54:37Tap to summarizeWhat does a 2009 Folgers television ad have to do with relationship dynamics? Well, you'll have to listen to find out. We're going far off the rails on this babble, so stay tuned!
Transcribe →How to be Productive
Dec 5, 202001:14:21Tap to summarizeThe art and science behind being productive. We share insights from our unique experiences from grant writing to dissertation proposals. Have you noticed slips in your productivity during COVID-19? Whether your productivity is tied to your role as a student or employee, we're babbling some great tips, personal stories, and research evidence to help you be more effective.
Transcribe →Season 4: Days of Future Past
Aug 24, 202000:58:17Tap to summarizeWe're kicking things off on a fresh new season by reflecting on where we've been and where we're going. What have we learned from our summers, our travels, and our new milestones. Thanks for joining us for an exciting new season of THE REAL PSYCHOBABBLE PODCAST!
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