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]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) psychology, science, research, communications, psychiatry, neuroscience, social psychology, forensic psychology, genetics, education, developmental psychology, mental health Smooth Brain Society thesmoothbrainsociety@gmail.com https://storage.buzzsprout.com/u3tj73ngmyj5bxpn575wc2n2sr7p?.jpg Smooth Brain Society https://smoothbrainsociety.com Sahir Hussain #85. Men's Health Beyond the Stereotypes - Associate Professor. Gareth Terry #85. Men's Health Beyond the Stereotypes - Associate Professor. Gareth Terry The episode explores men's mental, sexual, and reproductive health, challenging stereotypes and examining how masculinity influences health behaviors and decisions. Guest Associate Professor Gareth Terry, shares insights from his research on mens identities and how they intersect with things like reproductive health, disabilities, and the social construction of masculinity. We discuss the nuances of the child-free movement, societal perceptions of masculinity, and innovative research ideas in disability and neurodivergence. With the help of questions from our followers, Gareth Terry explores societal pressures, gender dynamics, and future research directions, offering insights into social constructs and personal identities.

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]]> The episode explores men's mental, sexual, and reproductive health, challenging stereotypes and examining how masculinity influences health behaviors and decisions. Guest Associate Professor Gareth Terry, shares insights from his research on mens identities and how they intersect with things like reproductive health, disabilities, and the social construction of masculinity. We discuss the nuances of the child-free movement, societal perceptions of masculinity, and innovative research ideas in disability and neurodivergence. With the help of questions from our followers, Gareth Terry explores societal pressures, gender dynamics, and future research directions, offering insights into social constructs and personal identities.

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]]> https://smoothbrainsociety.com/ Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-18949982 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0100 5687 Psychology, Research, Neuroscience, Smooth Brain Society, Brain, Smooth, Podcast, Mental Health, Science, Education, men's health, men's mental health, masculinity, reproductive rights, mental health, vasectomy, disability, gender roles, manosphere, child 2 85 full true #84. The Moral Psychology of Voluntourism - Dr. Melanie Altemus #84. The Moral Psychology of Voluntourism - Dr. Melanie Altemus Dr. Melanie Altemus of Massey University, New Zealand, explores the complex psychology behind volunteer tourism, including motivations, moral implications, and the impact of the 'white savior' complex. She shares insights from her research on how volunteerism can sometimes do more harm than good and discusses the importance of understanding the underlying psychological traits involved. Dr. Melanie Altemus shares her groundbreaking research on international volunteer tourism, exploring motivations, moral judgments, and community impacts in Fiji and beyond. Discover surprising findings about privilege, cultural exchange, and the true effects of volunteer work.

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]]> Dr. Melanie Altemus of Massey University, New Zealand, explores the complex psychology behind volunteer tourism, including motivations, moral implications, and the impact of the 'white savior' complex. She shares insights from her research on how volunteerism can sometimes do more harm than good and discusses the importance of understanding the underlying psychological traits involved. Dr. Melanie Altemus shares her groundbreaking research on international volunteer tourism, exploring motivations, moral judgments, and community impacts in Fiji and beyond. Discover surprising findings about privilege, cultural exchange, and the true effects of volunteer work.

Dr. Altemus' Thesis:
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]]> https://smoothbrainsociety.com/ Smooth Brain Society and Dr. Melanie Altemus Buzzsprout-18874796 Thu, 19 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000 4678 smooth brain society, podcast, psychology podcast, psychology, volunteer tourism, white savior complex, moral psychology, altruism, cultural exposure, ethical volunteering, impact of volunteerism, cross-cultural psychology, volunteer tourism, moral psycho 2 84 full false #83. Dark Chapters in Psychiatry - Jack El-Hai #83. Dark Chapters in Psychiatry - Jack El-Hai Jack El-Hai, acclaimed journalist and author of The Nazi and the Psychiatrist and The Lobotomist, takes us inside Dr. Douglas Kelly's psychological examination of Nazi war criminals at the Nuremberg trials. From the lobotomy era to the chilling conclusions about "ordinary" evil, this conversation explores what psychiatry revealed about history's most notorious figures—and what it means for us today.

Key Topics Covered:

🧠 The Lobotomist: How a 1968 lobotomy case in Minnesota led Jack down a 20-year rabbit hole into the history of psychiatric surgery and Walter Freeman's controversial legacy.

⚖️ Douglas Kelly & The Nuremberg Trials The young US Army psychiatrist who had sole access to 22 Nazi defendants—including Hermann Göring—and what he discovered about their psychological profiles.

💡 The Disturbing Conclusions and warnings Kelly's finding that the Nazi leaders were psychologically "normal"—and why that revelation was far more terrifying than finding them insane.

🎬 From Book to Film The 12-year journey from The Nazi and the Psychiatrist to the 2025 film Nuremberg starring Rami Malek—and what changed in adaptation.

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]]> Jack El-Hai, acclaimed journalist and author of The Nazi and the Psychiatrist and The Lobotomist, takes us inside Dr. Douglas Kelly's psychological examination of Nazi war criminals at the Nuremberg trials. From the lobotomy era to the chilling conclusions about "ordinary" evil, this conversation explores what psychiatry revealed about history's most notorious figures—and what it means for us today.

Key Topics Covered:

🧠 The Lobotomist: How a 1968 lobotomy case in Minnesota led Jack down a 20-year rabbit hole into the history of psychiatric surgery and Walter Freeman's controversial legacy.

⚖️ Douglas Kelly & The Nuremberg Trials The young US Army psychiatrist who had sole access to 22 Nazi defendants—including Hermann Göring—and what he discovered about their psychological profiles.

💡 The Disturbing Conclusions and warnings Kelly's finding that the Nazi leaders were psychologically "normal"—and why that revelation was far more terrifying than finding them insane.

🎬 From Book to Film The 12-year journey from The Nazi and the Psychiatrist to the 2025 film Nuremberg starring Rami Malek—and what changed in adaptation.

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]]> https://smoothbrainsociety.com/ Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-18788291 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000 4355 Psychology, Research, Neuroscience, Smooth Brain Society, Brain, Smooth, Podcast, Mental Health, Science, Learning, Education, psychiatry, nuremberg, nuremberg trials, WWII, world war, historyofmedicine, mental health, lobotomy, rorschach, nazigermany, he 2 83 full false #82. How to Build a Conspiracy Theory - Dr. John Kerr #82. How to Build a Conspiracy Theory - Dr. John Kerr Dr. John Kerr, Senior Research Fellow in the Department of Public Health at the University of Otago and Science Lead for the Public Health Communication Centre, discusses the psychological roots of belief and disbelief in scientific consensus. He shares his journey from neuroscience to science communication, exploring the complexities of conspiracy theories, misinformation, and the impact of AI on public perception. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding the psychological traits that influence belief systems and the need for intellectual humility in navigating these issues.

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]]> Dr. John Kerr, Senior Research Fellow in the Department of Public Health at the University of Otago and Science Lead for the Public Health Communication Centre, discusses the psychological roots of belief and disbelief in scientific consensus. He shares his journey from neuroscience to science communication, exploring the complexities of conspiracy theories, misinformation, and the impact of AI on public perception. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding the psychological traits that influence belief systems and the need for intellectual humility in navigating these issues.

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]]> https://smoothbrainsociety.com/ Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-18708137 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000 4886 Psychology, Research, Neuroscience, Smooth Brain Society, Brain, Smooth, Podcast, Mental Health, Science, Learning, Education, conspiracy theories, misinformation, science communication, public health, vaccine hesitancy, COVID-19, psychology of belief, sc 2 82 full false #81. The Puzzle of Hinduism - Dr. Feryl Badiani #81. The Puzzle of Hinduism - Dr. Feryl Badiani Dr. Feryl Badiani, Lecturer at Sophia College, Mumbai, India and Researcher at Masaryk University, Czechia delves into the complexities of Hinduism, exploring its resilience in the face of monotheistic religions, the cultural and linguistic diversity within Hindu practices, and the role of rituals in shaping identity. Feryl shares her journey into studying Hinduism, particularly in the Marathi and Gujrati communities in India. The discussion also touches on the impact of diaspora on religious practices, the intersection of gender and religion, and some of the misconceptions surrounding Hinduism.


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]]> Dr. Feryl Badiani, Lecturer at Sophia College, Mumbai, India and Researcher at Masaryk University, Czechia delves into the complexities of Hinduism, exploring its resilience in the face of monotheistic religions, the cultural and linguistic diversity within Hindu practices, and the role of rituals in shaping identity. Feryl shares her journey into studying Hinduism, particularly in the Marathi and Gujrati communities in India. The discussion also touches on the impact of diaspora on religious practices, the intersection of gender and religion, and some of the misconceptions surrounding Hinduism.


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]]> https://smoothbrainsociety.com/2026/02/05/81-the-puzzle-of-hinduism-dr-feryl-badiani/ Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-18625999 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000 4687 Psychology, Social Psychology, health, mental health, Cultural Psychology, Smooth Brain, Smooth Brain Society, Psychology, Research, Brain, Smooth, Podcast, Mental Health, Science, Learning, Education, polytheism, monotheism, karma, cultural identity, dia 2 81 full false #80. Navigating Ethical Decisions in Animal Welfare - Dr. Adam Feltz #80. Navigating Ethical Decisions in Animal Welfare - Dr. Adam Feltz Dr. Adam Feltz of The University of Oklahoma discusses the complexities of ethical decision-making, particularly in relation to animal welfare. He shares his journey from philosophy to psychology, emphasizing the importance of knowledge in shaping moral judgments about animals. The discussion covers various factors influencing animal ethics, including cultural traditions, education, and policy implications. Dr. Feltz also explores the need for informed consumer choices and the potential of lab-grown meat and smaller farms as a solution to animal harm.

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]]> Dr. Adam Feltz of The University of Oklahoma discusses the complexities of ethical decision-making, particularly in relation to animal welfare. He shares his journey from philosophy to psychology, emphasizing the importance of knowledge in shaping moral judgments about animals. The discussion covers various factors influencing animal ethics, including cultural traditions, education, and policy implications. Dr. Feltz also explores the need for informed consumer choices and the potential of lab-grown meat and smaller farms as a solution to animal harm.

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]]> https://smoothbrainsociety.com/ Smooth Brain Society and Dr. Adam Feltz Buzzsprout-18551943 Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:00:00 +0000 4452 human-animal relations, ethics, animal ethics, animal psychology, moral psychology, social psychology, animal rights, human-animal interaction, environmental psychology, sustainability, attitudes toward animals, knowledge, persuasion, Keywords ethical de 2 80 full false #79. The Journey of Women in Neurocience - Ginevra Sperandio & Riya Verma #79. The Journey of Women in Neurocience - Ginevra Sperandio & Riya Verma This episode features two members of Women in Neuroscience UK, Ginevra Sperandio and Riya Verma, discussing their journeys into neuroscience, the importance of women's health research, and the mission of their organization. They explore the challenges faced by women in neuroscience, the need for better representation, and the significance of patient voices in research. The discussion also highlights innovative ideas for future research and how individuals can get involved with Women in Neuroscience UK.

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]]> This episode features two members of Women in Neuroscience UK, Ginevra Sperandio and Riya Verma, discussing their journeys into neuroscience, the importance of women's health research, and the mission of their organization. They explore the challenges faced by women in neuroscience, the need for better representation, and the significance of patient voices in research. The discussion also highlights innovative ideas for future research and how individuals can get involved with Women in Neuroscience UK.

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]]> https://smoothbrainsociety.com/ Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-18473280 Thu, 08 Jan 2026 16:00:00 +0000 4362 Neuroscience, research, science communication, public engagement, women in neuroscience, women in stem, neuroscience podcast, science podcast, women in science, women's health research, gender gap in science, neuroscience careers, pain research, mental he 2 79 full false #78. The Complexity of Smoking in Mental Health And Addiction Services - Dr. Zoe Swithenbank #78. The Complexity of Smoking in Mental Health And Addiction Services - Dr. Zoe Swithenbank Dr. Zoe Swithenbank, a senior research associate at Lancaster University, delves into her work at the intersection of mental health, addiction, and public health. Zoe's research focuses on treatment pathways for individuals with alcohol use and mental health challenges. She highlights the structural barriers in accessing care and the need for long-term support in smoking cessation, which is often not included in core treatment services. Zoe advocates for a more integrated approach to addiction and mental health services, emphasizing the role of lived experience in shaping effective interventions. Her work also explores the social norms around smoking within recovery communities and the importance of empowering individuals to make choices that support their recovery journey.


00:00 Introducing Dr. Zoe Swithenbank
02:18 The Role of Smoking Cessation in Recovery
08:55 Barriers in Addiction and Mental Health Care
11:55 The Intersection of Mental Health and Addiction
25:19 Qualitative Research in Addiction Studies
33:57 Navigating Diverse Perspectives in Qualitative Research
37:00 Balancing Scientific Rigor with Human Experience
40:10 Understanding Service Provider Perspectives
42:52 Challenging Stigma in Addiction and Mental Health
49:40 Rethinking Smoking Cessation Outcomes
50:42 Long-Term Studies in Substance Use Treatment
54:30 Future Directions in Research and Service Delivery

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]]> Dr. Zoe Swithenbank, a senior research associate at Lancaster University, delves into her work at the intersection of mental health, addiction, and public health. Zoe's research focuses on treatment pathways for individuals with alcohol use and mental health challenges. She highlights the structural barriers in accessing care and the need for long-term support in smoking cessation, which is often not included in core treatment services. Zoe advocates for a more integrated approach to addiction and mental health services, emphasizing the role of lived experience in shaping effective interventions. Her work also explores the social norms around smoking within recovery communities and the importance of empowering individuals to make choices that support their recovery journey.


00:00 Introducing Dr. Zoe Swithenbank
02:18 The Role of Smoking Cessation in Recovery
08:55 Barriers in Addiction and Mental Health Care
11:55 The Intersection of Mental Health and Addiction
25:19 Qualitative Research in Addiction Studies
33:57 Navigating Diverse Perspectives in Qualitative Research
37:00 Balancing Scientific Rigor with Human Experience
40:10 Understanding Service Provider Perspectives
42:52 Challenging Stigma in Addiction and Mental Health
49:40 Rethinking Smoking Cessation Outcomes
50:42 Long-Term Studies in Substance Use Treatment
54:30 Future Directions in Research and Service Delivery

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]]> https://smoothbrainsociety.com/ Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-18408350 Thu, 25 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000 3654 Psychology, Research, Neuroscience, Smooth Brain Society, Brain, Smooth, Podcast, Mental Health, Science, Learning, Education, addiction, public health, qualitative research, smoking cessation, recovery, lived experience, stigma, treatment pathways, healt 2 78 full false #77. Rangatahi Māori, Identity, and Perfectionism - Dr. Ellie Rukuwai #77. Rangatahi Māori, Identity, and Perfectionism - Dr. Ellie Rukuwai Dr. Ellie Rukuwai of Victoria University of Wellington, discusses her research on perfectionism and self-injury within the Māori community, exploring how cultural perspectives shape these experiences. She emphasizes the importance of understanding perfectionism not just as a psychological construct but as a culturally bound experience that can differ significantly from Western definitions. The discussion also touches on the impact of colonization on Māori identity, the challenges of mental health diagnosis, and the necessity of qualitative research in capturing the nuances of individual experiences. Ellie shares her personal journey of reconnecting with her Māori heritage and the importance of community support in mental health.

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]]> Dr. Ellie Rukuwai of Victoria University of Wellington, discusses her research on perfectionism and self-injury within the Māori community, exploring how cultural perspectives shape these experiences. She emphasizes the importance of understanding perfectionism not just as a psychological construct but as a culturally bound experience that can differ significantly from Western definitions. The discussion also touches on the impact of colonization on Māori identity, the challenges of mental health diagnosis, and the necessity of qualitative research in capturing the nuances of individual experiences. Ellie shares her personal journey of reconnecting with her Māori heritage and the importance of community support in mental health.

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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-18330457 Thu, 11 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000 4374 Psychology, Social Psychology, wellbeing, health, mental health, Cultural Psychology, Indegenious Psychology, Smooth Brain, Smooth Brain Society, happiness, well-being, research, perfectionism, Māori culture, mental health, self-injury, qualitative resear 2 77 full false #76. The Future Of Brain Imaging - Dr. Liam Collins-Jones #76. The Future Of Brain Imaging - Dr. Liam Collins-Jones Dr. Liam Collins-Jones of University of Cambridge shares his journey from studying medicine to becoming a neuroscientist and comedian. He discusses innovative brain imaging techniques, particularly near infrared spectroscopy, and their applications in understanding brain activity in babies and dementia patients. The podcast explores the intersection of science and humor, emphasizing the importance of making science accessible and enjoyable. Liam also reflects on the challenges of research, the value of curiosity, and the role of comedy in science communication.

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]]> Dr. Liam Collins-Jones of University of Cambridge shares his journey from studying medicine to becoming a neuroscientist and comedian. He discusses innovative brain imaging techniques, particularly near infrared spectroscopy, and their applications in understanding brain activity in babies and dementia patients. The podcast explores the intersection of science and humor, emphasizing the importance of making science accessible and enjoyable. Liam also reflects on the challenges of research, the value of curiosity, and the role of comedy in science communication.

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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-18262488 Thu, 27 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000 4568 Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Brain Health, Aging and Dementia, Neurobiology, Behavioural Neuroscience, brain imaging, neuroscience, comedy, dementia, near infrared spectroscopy, research, science communication, wearable technology, cognitive science, 2 76 full false #75. From Neurology to Pandemic Misinformation - Dr. Jonathan Howard #75. From Neurology to Pandemic Misinformation - Dr. Jonathan Howard Dr. Jonathan Howard, neurologist and psychiatrist at NYU Langone and chief of the neurology service at Bellevue Hospital, discusses his dual origin stories. The first as a medical professional and his experiences treating multiple sclerosis and other neuro-immune diseases. The second, understanding the dangers of misinformation in medicine, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic which he doccuments across two books "We want them infected" and "Everyone Else is Lying to you". Dr. Howard reflects on the lessons learned from COVID-19 and the need for the medical community to regain public trust and effectively combat misinformation.

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]]> Dr. Jonathan Howard, neurologist and psychiatrist at NYU Langone and chief of the neurology service at Bellevue Hospital, discusses his dual origin stories. The first as a medical professional and his experiences treating multiple sclerosis and other neuro-immune diseases. The second, understanding the dangers of misinformation in medicine, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic which he doccuments across two books "We want them infected" and "Everyone Else is Lying to you". Dr. Howard reflects on the lessons learned from COVID-19 and the need for the medical community to regain public trust and effectively combat misinformation.

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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-18177879 Thu, 13 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000 5025 Psychology, Research, Neuroscience, Smooth Brain Society, Brain, Smooth, Podcast, Mental Health, Science, Learning,Keywords neurology, psychiatry, multiple sclerosis, COVID-19, misinformation, public health, vaccine, science communication, trust, medical 2 75 full false #74. From the Cochlea to Comedy - Dr. Kate Slade #74. From the Cochlea to Comedy - Dr. Kate Slade Dr. Kate Slade, Lecturer and Researcher at Lancaster University, discusses her research on the intersection of hearing loss, aging, and cognition. She explores how hearing loss affects mental health and wellbeing, particularly in older adults, and the implications of health inequalities on hearing outcomes. The conversation also delves into the impact of COVID-19 on hearing and cognition, as well as common misconceptions about hearing loss and its relationship to cognitive decline. We delve into various themes surrounding hearing health, research methodologies, and the intersection of science and comedy. Dr. Slade explores the potential of dream experiments with unlimited funding, and the vision of a research city. The discussion also highlights the importance of non-significant results in research, the value of longitudinal studies, and the joy of communicating science through comedy, emphasizing the need for accessible and engaging science communication.

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]]> Dr. Kate Slade, Lecturer and Researcher at Lancaster University, discusses her research on the intersection of hearing loss, aging, and cognition. She explores how hearing loss affects mental health and wellbeing, particularly in older adults, and the implications of health inequalities on hearing outcomes. The conversation also delves into the impact of COVID-19 on hearing and cognition, as well as common misconceptions about hearing loss and its relationship to cognitive decline. We delve into various themes surrounding hearing health, research methodologies, and the intersection of science and comedy. Dr. Slade explores the potential of dream experiments with unlimited funding, and the vision of a research city. The discussion also highlights the importance of non-significant results in research, the value of longitudinal studies, and the joy of communicating science through comedy, emphasizing the need for accessible and engaging science communication.

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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-18096726 Thu, 30 Oct 2025 16:00:00 +0000 4223 Psychology, Research, Neuroscience, Smooth Brain Society, Brain, Smooth, Podcast, Mental Health, Science, hearing loss, aging, cognition, mental health, wellbeing, Dr. Kate Slade, Lancaster University, science communication, comedy, podcast, research, bra 2 74 full false EJOP #3. The Impact of Financial Well-Being on Happiness - Dr. Cicilia Larasati Rembulan EJOP #3. The Impact of Financial Well-Being on Happiness - Dr. Cicilia Larasati Rembulan In this episode of the Smooth Brain Society, Sahir and Amer engage with Dr. Cicilia Larasati Rembulan, Associate Professor from Universitas Ciputra, Indonesia, to discuss her recently published research on subjective well-being. The conversation explores the definitions of well-being, the measurement of happiness, and the role of social comparison and financial well-being in shaping life satisfaction among an Indonesian population sample. Dr. Rembulan shares her findings that social comparison does not significantly affect happiness, while financial well-being plays a crucial role. The discussion also delves into practical implications and future research directions.

Read the article here: https://ejop.psychopen.eu/index.php/ejop/article/view/14791

The Effects of Social Comparison and Subjective Financial Well-Being on Subjective Well-Being - Theda Renanita and Cicilia Larasati Rembulan

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]]> In this episode of the Smooth Brain Society, Sahir and Amer engage with Dr. Cicilia Larasati Rembulan, Associate Professor from Universitas Ciputra, Indonesia, to discuss her recently published research on subjective well-being. The conversation explores the definitions of well-being, the measurement of happiness, and the role of social comparison and financial well-being in shaping life satisfaction among an Indonesian population sample. Dr. Rembulan shares her findings that social comparison does not significantly affect happiness, while financial well-being plays a crucial role. The discussion also delves into practical implications and future research directions.

Read the article here: https://ejop.psychopen.eu/index.php/ejop/article/view/14791

The Effects of Social Comparison and Subjective Financial Well-Being on Subjective Well-Being - Theda Renanita and Cicilia Larasati Rembulan

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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-18015005 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 16:00:00 +0100 3126 Psychology, Social Psychology, wellbeing, health, mental health, Psychology, Smooth Brain, Smooth Brain Society, Keywords subjective well-being, happiness, financial well-being, social comparison, psychology, Indonesia, research, life satisfaction, menta 4 3 full false #73. Life With And Without Pain - Arnas Tamasauskas #73. Life With And Without Pain - Arnas Tamasauskas Dive into the fascinating world of pain research with Arnas Tamasauskas, a PhD student at the University of Liverpool. Explore the mysteries of neuropathic pain, genetic quirks which lead to some people feeling no pain, and the use of MRI and interviews in understanding chronic pain and invisible disabilities. Join us for an enlightening conversation on the Smooth Brain Society podcast.

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]]> Dive into the fascinating world of pain research with Arnas Tamasauskas, a PhD student at the University of Liverpool. Explore the mysteries of neuropathic pain, genetic quirks which lead to some people feeling no pain, and the use of MRI and interviews in understanding chronic pain and invisible disabilities. Join us for an enlightening conversation on the Smooth Brain Society podcast.

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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-17942012 Thu, 02 Oct 2025 16:00:00 +0100 4096 Psychology, Research, Neuroscience, Smooth Brain Society, Brain, Smooth, Podcast, Mental Health, Science, Learning, Education, Pain Research, Neuropathic Pain, Chronic Pain, Genetic Insensitivity, MRI Scans, Fibromyalgia, Invisible Disabilities, Universit 2 73 full true EJOP #2. Emotion Regulation via Attentional Deployment - Dr. Daniel Rojas Libano EJOP #2. Emotion Regulation via Attentional Deployment - Dr. Daniel Rojas Libano Join us in this insightful episode as we dive into the world of emotion regulation and attentional deployment with Dr. Daniel Rojas Líbano of Universidad Diego Portales. Santiago, Chile. Discover how shifting focus can influence emotional responses and explore the implications of these findings in real-world applications. Perfect for psychology enthusiasts and anyone curious about the science behind our emotions. Don't miss out on this engaging conversation! 

Read the entire research paper here!

https://ejop.psychopen.eu/index.php/ejop/article/view/15803/15803.html

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]]> Join us in this insightful episode as we dive into the world of emotion regulation and attentional deployment with Dr. Daniel Rojas Líbano of Universidad Diego Portales. Santiago, Chile. Discover how shifting focus can influence emotional responses and explore the implications of these findings in real-world applications. Perfect for psychology enthusiasts and anyone curious about the science behind our emotions. Don't miss out on this engaging conversation! 

Read the entire research paper here!

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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-17837924 Thu, 18 Sep 2025 16:00:00 +0100 3607 Emotion, Emotion Regulation, Attentional Deployment, Neuroscience, Psychology, Europe's Journal of Psychology, Emotional Responses, Cognitive Science, Research, Mental Health, Human Behavior, Neuropsychology, Academic Discussion, Science Podcast, Behavior 4 2 full false #72. Touching a Nerve - Adarsh Makdani #72. Touching a Nerve - Adarsh Makdani In this fascinating episode we dive into the world of somatosensation with Adarsh Makdani, a researcher at Liverpool John Moores University. Discover the intricacies of mechanosensory receptors, the science behind pain and itch, and the groundbreaking techniques used to study these sensations. Adarsh shares insights into his research journey, the importance of collaboration, and the ethical considerations in experimental pain research. Whether you're a science enthusiast or just curious about how our bodies perceive the world, this episode offers a deep dive into the sensory experiences that shape our lives. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation!

https://profiles.ljmu.ac.uk/8382-adarsh-makdani

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]]> In this fascinating episode we dive into the world of somatosensation with Adarsh Makdani, a researcher at Liverpool John Moores University. Discover the intricacies of mechanosensory receptors, the science behind pain and itch, and the groundbreaking techniques used to study these sensations. Adarsh shares insights into his research journey, the importance of collaboration, and the ethical considerations in experimental pain research. Whether you're a science enthusiast or just curious about how our bodies perceive the world, this episode offers a deep dive into the sensory experiences that shape our lives. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation!

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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-17788821 Thu, 04 Sep 2025 16:00:00 +0100 4656 Psychology, Research, Neuroscience, Smooth Brain Society, Brain, Smooth, Podcast, Keywords somatosensation, pain, itch, neuroscience, mechanoreceptors, micro neurography, research techniques, chronic pain, sensory perception, nerve fibers, touch, itch, p 2 72 full false #71. A Child’s Rights: Politics, Law & Sex Crimes - Dr. Pantea Javidan #71. A Child’s Rights: Politics, Law & Sex Crimes - Dr. Pantea Javidan ⚠️ Content warning: This episode discusses child sexual exploitation, trafficking, and trauma.

What does the law really say about protecting children — and who does it leave behind? 🚨 This week on Smooth Brain Society, Dr. Pantea Javidan of Stanford University joins host Sahir and co-host Sabrina Page (Founder of the Gender Violence Research and Collaboration Network) to expose the hidden history of child trafficking laws, the shocking contradictions in how minors are criminalized, and why cases like Jeffrey Epstein reveal a system built to protect the powerful, not the vulnerable. We also dive into today’s battles over age of consent, criminal responsibility, and how children’s rights are being trampled in real time.

Dr. Pantea Javidan: https://humanrights.stanford.edu/people/pantea-javidan

News stories mentioned in intro: https://www.democracynow.org/2025/8/13/headlines/state_department_scrubs_reporting_on_human_rights_abuses_committed_by_trumps_allies

https://www.wusa9.com/article/news/crime/youth-crime/trump-youth-crime-donald-elon-musk-doge/65-20a65893-4f32-4c12-873b-2d8449deb5e6

 


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]]> ⚠️ Content warning: This episode discusses child sexual exploitation, trafficking, and trauma.

What does the law really say about protecting children — and who does it leave behind? 🚨 This week on Smooth Brain Society, Dr. Pantea Javidan of Stanford University joins host Sahir and co-host Sabrina Page (Founder of the Gender Violence Research and Collaboration Network) to expose the hidden history of child trafficking laws, the shocking contradictions in how minors are criminalized, and why cases like Jeffrey Epstein reveal a system built to protect the powerful, not the vulnerable. We also dive into today’s battles over age of consent, criminal responsibility, and how children’s rights are being trampled in real time.

Dr. Pantea Javidan: https://humanrights.stanford.edu/people/pantea-javidan

News stories mentioned in intro: https://www.democracynow.org/2025/8/13/headlines/state_department_scrubs_reporting_on_human_rights_abuses_committed_by_trumps_allies

https://www.wusa9.com/article/news/crime/youth-crime/trump-youth-crime-donald-elon-musk-doge/65-20a65893-4f32-4c12-873b-2d8449deb5e6

 


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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-17709433 Thu, 21 Aug 2025 16:00:00 +0100 4560 child trafficking, human rights, children’s rights, Jeffrey Epstein, sex trafficking, exploitation of minors, Pantea Javedan, Stanford University, gender-based violence, criminal justice reform, age of consent laws, human rights abuses, child protection, 2 71 full true #70. Autism, Deception, and the Justice System - Tiegan Blackhurst #70. Autism, Deception, and the Justice System - Tiegan Blackhurst Can autistic adults lie—and detect lies—like everyone else? And what happens when the justice system misreads autism traits as deception?

In this episode, we sit down with Tiegan Blackhurst, a doctoral researcher at Lancaster University, to dive into her research on autism and deceptive communication. Tiegan breaks down how autistic adults navigate truth and lies, and how misunderstanding these behaviors in legal settings can lead to serious consequences.

💡 Topics covered:

  • Can autistic people lie? (spoiler: yes!)
  • How stereotypes around eye contact and “shifty” behavior hurt autistic individuals
  • Real-world impacts: from police interactions to courtroom bias
  • Why both police and the public need better training
  • The "Prison Houdini" case and what it reveals

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]]> Can autistic adults lie—and detect lies—like everyone else? And what happens when the justice system misreads autism traits as deception?

In this episode, we sit down with Tiegan Blackhurst, a doctoral researcher at Lancaster University, to dive into her research on autism and deceptive communication. Tiegan breaks down how autistic adults navigate truth and lies, and how misunderstanding these behaviors in legal settings can lead to serious consequences.

💡 Topics covered:

  • Can autistic people lie? (spoiler: yes!)
  • How stereotypes around eye contact and “shifty” behavior hurt autistic individuals
  • Real-world impacts: from police interactions to courtroom bias
  • Why both police and the public need better training
  • The "Prison Houdini" case and what it reveals

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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-17629461 Thu, 07 Aug 2025 16:00:00 +0100 3628 autism, neurodiversity, deception, criminal justice, psychology, autistic adults, eye contact myths, forensic psychology, smooth brain society, autism and law, social communication, police training, mental health, podcast interview 2 70 full false #69. How Creativity Really Works - Dr. Keith Sawyer #69. How Creativity Really Works - Dr. Keith Sawyer What is creativity, really? In this episode of the Smooth Brain Society, we dive deep with Dr. Keith Sawyer—MIT-trained computer scientist, jazz pianist, and leading creativity researcher and Professor in Educational Innovations at the University of North Carolina—to unravel the psychology of creative thinking. From the neuroscience of flow states to the myth of the lone genius, Dr. Sawyer breaks down how creativity happens in the mind, in collaboration, and in the classroom. We explore his many books on creativity including his 2024 book Explaining Creativity: The Science of Human Innovation, known as "the creativity bible," and his latest publication, Learning to See: Inside the World's Leading Art and Design Schools, a groundbreaking account of how nationally known artists and designers teach. Join us as we learn why stepping away from work might be the most productive thing you do. 

Oh! and that apple story about Newton? Not quite what you think. 

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]]> What is creativity, really? In this episode of the Smooth Brain Society, we dive deep with Dr. Keith Sawyer—MIT-trained computer scientist, jazz pianist, and leading creativity researcher and Professor in Educational Innovations at the University of North Carolina—to unravel the psychology of creative thinking. From the neuroscience of flow states to the myth of the lone genius, Dr. Sawyer breaks down how creativity happens in the mind, in collaboration, and in the classroom. We explore his many books on creativity including his 2024 book Explaining Creativity: The Science of Human Innovation, known as "the creativity bible," and his latest publication, Learning to See: Inside the World's Leading Art and Design Schools, a groundbreaking account of how nationally known artists and designers teach. Join us as we learn why stepping away from work might be the most productive thing you do. 

Oh! and that apple story about Newton? Not quite what you think. 

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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-17551074 Thu, 24 Jul 2025 16:00:00 +0100 4047 psychology, research, creativity, flow state, creativity myths, creative process, intrinsic motivation, psychology of creativity, education, learning science, creative thinking, incubation, debunking big ideas, creative classrooms, cognitive psychology, s 2 69 full false #68. Why Adults Struggle to Learn Languages (and Kids Don’t) - Dr. Kate Messenger #68. Why Adults Struggle to Learn Languages (and Kids Don’t) - Dr. Kate Messenger In this in-studio episode of Smooth Brain Society, Sahir and Neil are joined by Dr. Kate Messenger as they explore the fascinating world of language acquisition. They discuss why children seem to pick up languages effortlessly, the challenges adults face when learning new languages, and even how bilingual brains store and mix languages. Expect a lively discussion about the theories behind language learning, including the critical period hypothesis and the role of environmental input, along with humorous takeaways about accents, passive constructions, and the everyday struggles of translating between languages. Tune in for a blend of scientific insight and casual banter that’s as entertaining as it is enlightening. 

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Dr. Kate Messenger's profile: https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/psychology/about-us/people/katherine-messenger

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]]> In this in-studio episode of Smooth Brain Society, Sahir and Neil are joined by Dr. Kate Messenger as they explore the fascinating world of language acquisition. They discuss why children seem to pick up languages effortlessly, the challenges adults face when learning new languages, and even how bilingual brains store and mix languages. Expect a lively discussion about the theories behind language learning, including the critical period hypothesis and the role of environmental input, along with humorous takeaways about accents, passive constructions, and the everyday struggles of translating between languages. Tune in for a blend of scientific insight and casual banter that’s as entertaining as it is enlightening. 

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Dr. Kate Messenger's profile: https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/psychology/about-us/people/katherine-messenger

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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-17461829 Thu, 10 Jul 2025 16:00:00 +0100 3984 Psychology, language learning, bilingualism, child language development, second language acquisition, language acquisition, languages, baby talk, critical period hypothesis, Smooth Brain Society, linguistics podcast, accents and dialects, bilingual kids, 2 68 full false #67. Motivations Behind The Protein Transition - Dr. Chris Bryant #67. Motivations Behind The Protein Transition - Dr. Chris Bryant In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Chris Bryant—executive director of Bryant Research and an expert in alternative proteins—to unpack the science, psychology, and politics behind the future of food. From lab-grown meat and plant-based alternatives to the social and environmental challenges of industrial farming, we explore Dr. Bryant's research on how the “protein transition” is reshaping everything from policy to plate. Expect sharp insights, dumpster-diving research methods, and a few sausage-related revelations along the way. 

Check out Bryant research: https://bryantresearch.co.uk/

Dr. Bryant and Team have published their a lot of their research in Psychology of Human Animal Intergroup Relations:  https://phair.psychopen.eu/index.php/phair

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]]> In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Chris Bryant—executive director of Bryant Research and an expert in alternative proteins—to unpack the science, psychology, and politics behind the future of food. From lab-grown meat and plant-based alternatives to the social and environmental challenges of industrial farming, we explore Dr. Bryant's research on how the “protein transition” is reshaping everything from policy to plate. Expect sharp insights, dumpster-diving research methods, and a few sausage-related revelations along the way. 

Check out Bryant research: https://bryantresearch.co.uk/

Dr. Bryant and Team have published their a lot of their research in Psychology of Human Animal Intergroup Relations:  https://phair.psychopen.eu/index.php/phair

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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-17398895 Thu, 26 Jun 2025 16:00:00 +0100 3901 human-animal relations, animal psychology, social psychology, consumer psychology, human-animal interaction, environmental psychology, sustainability, diet and health, attitudes toward animals, persuasion, personality psychology, alternative meats, plant 2 67 full false #66. Psychology of Human-Animal Intergroup Relations - Prof. Dr. Christopher J. Hopwood #66. Psychology of Human-Animal Intergroup Relations - Prof. Dr. Christopher J. Hopwood What factors underpin how we treat animals? In this episode, Prof. Dr. Christopher J. Hopwood of the University of Zurich and the Editor-in-Chief of Psychology of Human-Animal Intergroup Relations. Talks about his research related to how people perceive, treat, and interact with animals. Join us as we go through some fascinating studies which have been published in his journal and what the future looks like for things like veganism, animal treatment and upcoming food like cultured meat.


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]]> What factors underpin how we treat animals? In this episode, Prof. Dr. Christopher J. Hopwood of the University of Zurich and the Editor-in-Chief of Psychology of Human-Animal Intergroup Relations. Talks about his research related to how people perceive, treat, and interact with animals. Join us as we go through some fascinating studies which have been published in his journal and what the future looks like for things like veganism, animal treatment and upcoming food like cultured meat.


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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-17319427 Thu, 12 Jun 2025 16:00:00 +0100 3458 human-animal relations, animal psychology, moral psychology, social psychology, animal rights, animal justice, human-animal interaction, environmental psychology, sustainability, diet and health, attitudes toward animals, persuasion, personality psycholog 2 66 full false #65. Mainstreaming of the Far-Right - Dr. Aaron Winter #65. Mainstreaming of the Far-Right - Dr. Aaron Winter In this powerful episode, we sit down with Dr. Aaron Winter, senior lecturer in sociology at Lancaster University and Director of the Centre for Alternatives to Social and Economic Inequalities (CASEI), to unpack the complex rise and normalization of far-right ideologies. From his personal roots in anti-racist activism to his research on racism, terrorism, and structural inequality, Dr. Winter explores how mainstream institutions, media, and political parties have helped legitimize far-right narratives. We discuss the myth of the “white working class” grievance, how race and class are falsely divided, the political misuse of populism, and the dangers of platforming hate under the guise of public discourse. An essential listen for anyone concerned about democracy, justice, and the future of inclusive politics.


Dr. Aaron Winter: https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/sociology/people/aaron-winter 

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]]> In this powerful episode, we sit down with Dr. Aaron Winter, senior lecturer in sociology at Lancaster University and Director of the Centre for Alternatives to Social and Economic Inequalities (CASEI), to unpack the complex rise and normalization of far-right ideologies. From his personal roots in anti-racist activism to his research on racism, terrorism, and structural inequality, Dr. Winter explores how mainstream institutions, media, and political parties have helped legitimize far-right narratives. We discuss the myth of the “white working class” grievance, how race and class are falsely divided, the political misuse of populism, and the dangers of platforming hate under the guise of public discourse. An essential listen for anyone concerned about democracy, justice, and the future of inclusive politics.


Dr. Aaron Winter: https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/sociology/people/aaron-winter 

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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-17246536 Thu, 29 May 2025 16:00:00 +0100 4591 Psychology, Sociology, Research, Smooth Brain Society, Brain, Smooth, Podcast, Mental Health, Science, Learning, Education, far right, racism, sociology, political extremism, mainstreaming hate, social inequality, class and race, UK politics, immigration, 2 65 full false #64. Funding the Future: Women’s Sport in New Zealand - Erin Roxburgh #64. Funding the Future: Women’s Sport in New Zealand - Erin Roxburgh What does it take to elevate women's sport? Sahir and Lily Joiner of Nuku Ora - an active Wellington dive into the unique landscape of women's sports in New Zealand with special guest Erin Roxburgh, Deputy Chair of Women in Sport NZ. Erin, is a current squad member of the New Zealand Women's Indoor and Beach Handball teams and is currently a lecturer at Victoria University of Wellington and future director at Sport NZ, shares her personal journey and expert insights into the funding and governance structures that shape the sporting world down under. We discover the surprising role of gaming funds and how it compares to more commercial models, using basketball and rugby as case studies. We also explore the relatively recent professionalization of sports in Aotearoa and what the future holds. Whether you're a sports enthusiast or simply curious about the forces behind the game, this episode offers a thought-provoking look at the challenges and opportunities in the future of women's sport.

Erin Roxburgh Profile: https://people.wgtn.ac.nz/erin.r.roxburgh

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]]> What does it take to elevate women's sport? Sahir and Lily Joiner of Nuku Ora - an active Wellington dive into the unique landscape of women's sports in New Zealand with special guest Erin Roxburgh, Deputy Chair of Women in Sport NZ. Erin, is a current squad member of the New Zealand Women's Indoor and Beach Handball teams and is currently a lecturer at Victoria University of Wellington and future director at Sport NZ, shares her personal journey and expert insights into the funding and governance structures that shape the sporting world down under. We discover the surprising role of gaming funds and how it compares to more commercial models, using basketball and rugby as case studies. We also explore the relatively recent professionalization of sports in Aotearoa and what the future holds. Whether you're a sports enthusiast or simply curious about the forces behind the game, this episode offers a thought-provoking look at the challenges and opportunities in the future of women's sport.

Erin Roxburgh Profile: https://people.wgtn.ac.nz/erin.r.roxburgh

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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-17166433 Thu, 15 May 2025 16:00:00 +0100 4189 Podcast, Sport, Sports funding, Women's Sport, Women in Sport, New Zealand Sport, Sports Funding, Sports Governance, Women's Athletics, Smooth Brain Society, Class 4 Gaming Funding, sports betting, gambling, Slot Machines, Sports Management, Sport New Zea 2 64 full false #63. Sex Disclosures in Romantic Relationships - Katie Knowles #63. Sex Disclosures in Romantic Relationships - Katie Knowles How much do we really talk about sex in our relationships — and when should we? In this episode, Sahir and Olivia sit down with relationships researcher Katie Knowles to unpack the psychology of sex disclosure, why most people in relationships hover around a "3.5 out of 5," and how attachment styles can shape what we share (and what we don’t). We go on to discuss some surprisingly relatable results from Katie's current research and where the future of intimacy and relationships is headed.

Katie Knowles recently published a research paper reviewing all the present literature around sexual self disclosures. 

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/388959085_Meta-Analyzing_People's_Self-Disclosure_of_Sexual_Information_to_Romantic_Partners

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]]> How much do we really talk about sex in our relationships — and when should we? In this episode, Sahir and Olivia sit down with relationships researcher Katie Knowles to unpack the psychology of sex disclosure, why most people in relationships hover around a "3.5 out of 5," and how attachment styles can shape what we share (and what we don’t). We go on to discuss some surprisingly relatable results from Katie's current research and where the future of intimacy and relationships is headed.

Katie Knowles recently published a research paper reviewing all the present literature around sexual self disclosures. 

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/388959085_Meta-Analyzing_People's_Self-Disclosure_of_Sexual_Information_to_Romantic_Partners

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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-17077977 Thu, 01 May 2025 17:00:00 +0100 3749 Psychology, Research, Neuroscience, Smooth Brain Society, Brain, Smooth, Podcast, Mental Health, Science, Learning, Education, Sex Disclosure, Relationships, Dating Psychology, Self Disclosure, Sexual Health, Intimacy, Sex Talk, Attachment Styles, Relatio 2 63 full false #62. Epilepsy Explained - Professor Tony Marson #62. Epilepsy Explained - Professor Tony Marson Professor Tony Marson of the University of Liverpool talks to Beth and Sahir about Epilepsy, a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures, which are sudden, abnormal electrical activity in the brain. We discuss the types of epilepsy, what are its causes and how it manifests across time, what the current treatments for epilepsy are and what the future of epilepsy research looks like. 

This episode is part of our ongoing collaboration with the British Neuroscience Association, Liverpool Neuroscience Group and The Brain Charity.

https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/people/anthony-marson

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]]> Professor Tony Marson of the University of Liverpool talks to Beth and Sahir about Epilepsy, a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures, which are sudden, abnormal electrical activity in the brain. We discuss the types of epilepsy, what are its causes and how it manifests across time, what the current treatments for epilepsy are and what the future of epilepsy research looks like. 

This episode is part of our ongoing collaboration with the British Neuroscience Association, Liverpool Neuroscience Group and The Brain Charity.

https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/people/anthony-marson

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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-16994023 Thu, 17 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0100 3000 Psychology, Research, Neuroscience, Smooth Brain Society, Brain, Smooth, Podcast, Mental Health, Science, Learning, Education, Epilepsy, Seizures, Epilepsy Awareness, Epilepsy Support, Epilepsy Education, Epilepsy News, Epilepsy Community, Seizure First A 5 2 full false #61. Memory and Healthy Ageing - Dr. Dorothy Tse #61. Memory and Healthy Ageing - Dr. Dorothy Tse In the build to the International Festival of Neuroscience being held in Liverpool from the 27th to 30th of April, 2025. We spoke to Dr. Dorothy Tse of Edge Hill University about her incredible research aimed at understanding memory, preventing dementia and promoting healthy ageing. We speak about the Tse Lab's work in understanding how prior knowledge can help in developing new memories and the importance of public input in all their research activities.

Episode in collaboration with the British Neuroscience Association, Liverpool Neuroscience Group and The Brain Charity.

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]]> In the build to the International Festival of Neuroscience being held in Liverpool from the 27th to 30th of April, 2025. We spoke to Dr. Dorothy Tse of Edge Hill University about her incredible research aimed at understanding memory, preventing dementia and promoting healthy ageing. We speak about the Tse Lab's work in understanding how prior knowledge can help in developing new memories and the importance of public input in all their research activities.

Episode in collaboration with the British Neuroscience Association, Liverpool Neuroscience Group and The Brain Charity.

Public Events run by LNG: https://meetings.bna.org.uk/BYOBLiverpool/

BNA Festival of Neuroscience: https://meetings.bna.org.uk/bna2025/ 

Dr. Dorothy Tse: https://www.edgehill.ac.uk/person/dr-dorothy-tse/staff/

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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-16949482 Thu, 10 Apr 2025 11:00:00 +0100 3153 Neuroscience, Memory Research, Cognitive Science, Brain Health, Aging and Dementia, Learning and Memory, Curiosity and Knowledge, Neurobiology, Behavioural Neuroscience, EEG and TMS, Translational Research, Healthy Aging, Episodic and Semantic Memory, Vir 5 1 full false #60. Psychopathy, Relationship Satisfaction and Career Success - Aaron Hissey #60. Psychopathy, Relationship Satisfaction and Career Success - Aaron Hissey Individuals' psychopathic personality traits can have negative effects on the people around them. Aaron Hissey of Victoria University of Wellington discusses his research on whether the negativity of someone's psychopathic personality crosses over to their partner and then spills over into their partner's workplace. We discuss some of the incredible associations he found including some potential benefits of dating a psychopath.

Read the article here: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39928490/

Anatomy of a Psychopath: https://smoothbrainsociety.com/2022/04/29/2-the-anatomy-of-a-psychopath-associate-prof-hedwig-eisenbarth/

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]]> Individuals' psychopathic personality traits can have negative effects on the people around them. Aaron Hissey of Victoria University of Wellington discusses his research on whether the negativity of someone's psychopathic personality crosses over to their partner and then spills over into their partner's workplace. We discuss some of the incredible associations he found including some potential benefits of dating a psychopath.

Read the article here: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39928490/

Anatomy of a Psychopath: https://smoothbrainsociety.com/2022/04/29/2-the-anatomy-of-a-psychopath-associate-prof-hedwig-eisenbarth/

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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-16906304 Thu, 03 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0100 3564 Psychology, Research, Neuroscience, Smooth Brain Society, Brain, Smooth, Podcast, Mental Health, Science, Learning, Education, psychopathy, narcissism, clinical psychology, Psychopathy, Relationship satisfaction, Emotional well-being, Relationship dynamic 2 60 full false #59. Understanding Autism - Dr. Calum Hartley #59. Understanding Autism - Dr. Calum Hartley Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication. Dr. Calum Hartley of Lancaster University talks us through ASD and come of the misconceptions people have about it. We cover Dr. Hartley's research on language development in children with autism and cover some other research with regards to the negative interactions people with autism often face in the criminal justice system.

Dr. Calum Hartley: https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/psychology/about-us/people/calum-hartley

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]]> Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication. Dr. Calum Hartley of Lancaster University talks us through ASD and come of the misconceptions people have about it. We cover Dr. Hartley's research on language development in children with autism and cover some other research with regards to the negative interactions people with autism often face in the criminal justice system.

Dr. Calum Hartley: https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/psychology/about-us/people/calum-hartley

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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-16868925 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 15:00:00 +0000 3735 Autism, Autism Awareness, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ASD, Neurodiversity, Autism Acceptance, Autism Education, Autism Support, Autism Community, Autism Research, Autism Parenting, Autism Adults, Autism Children, Autism Advocacy, Autism Spectrum, Autism Tra 2 59 full false #58. SAFE: Supporting BlAck Families AffEcted by psychosis - Angela Kibia #58. SAFE: Supporting BlAck Families AffEcted by psychosis - Angela Kibia Angela Kibia, Researcher at King's College London, talks about the work being carried out by the SAFE project aimed towards developing education and group support for Black families and carers supporting a relative with psychosis. Highlighting the importance of all those who care for someone with a mental health condition and what we can do to better support them.

Experiences from participants from the SAFE project https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4DcFShrLLE

https://www.kcl.ac.uk/exploring-the-experiences-of-carers-from-black-communities-1


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]]> Angela Kibia, Researcher at King's College London, talks about the work being carried out by the SAFE project aimed towards developing education and group support for Black families and carers supporting a relative with psychosis. Highlighting the importance of all those who care for someone with a mental health condition and what we can do to better support them.

Experiences from participants from the SAFE project https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4DcFShrLLE

https://www.kcl.ac.uk/exploring-the-experiences-of-carers-from-black-communities-1


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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-16793324 Sat, 15 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2474 Mental Health, Psychosis, Black Families, Mental Health Support, Cultural Competency, Family Support, Mental Health Advocacy, Mental Health Awareness, Psychiatric Care, Black British Mental Health, Community Support, Stigma Reduction, Trauma, Healing, 2 58 full false #57. I Am But More Than A Refugee - Behrouz Boochani and Abdul Samad Haidari #57. I Am But More Than A Refugee - Behrouz Boochani and Abdul Samad Haidari Behrouz Boochani and Abdul Samad Haidari speak about their journeys as refugees, the systems which demonize asylum seekers as criminals, Manus Prison Theory and structural oppression, and the role of art, literature and storytelling in resistance an healing.

Guest Profiles:

Behrouz Boochani is a Kurdish-Iranian journalist, human rights defender, writer, film producer and research fellow at Canterbury University. He, along with Omid Tofighian, developed the Manus Prison Theory which is a framework to understand offshore detention facilities and how this system functions as a form of systemic violence and oppression against asylum seekers. Behrouz himself was detained at Manus Island for two years after its official closure in 2019 and his memoir, No Friend But the Mountains: Writing from Manus Prison, won the Victorian Prize for Literature and the Victorian Premier's Prize for Nonfiction in January 2019.

https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2018/jul/31/writing-from-manus-prison-a-scathing-critique-of-domination-and-oppression

Abdul Samad Haidari is journalist, poet and refugee advocate. From the Hazara community in Afghanistan, he was forced to flee Afghanistan on multiple occasions having spent his childhood as a refugee in Pakistan and Iran before returning. His journalism had a particular focus on women and children's rights, terrorist group actions, transparency and accountability in government, and the systematic persecution of minority groups in both Afghanistan and Pakistan.  He spent 9 years in a refugee camp in Indonesia before making in to New Zealand. The podcast title "I am but more than a refugee" is an homage to one of the poems in his recent book. "The Unsent Condolences"

https://abdulsamadhaidari.wixsite.com/site/books

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]]> Behrouz Boochani and Abdul Samad Haidari speak about their journeys as refugees, the systems which demonize asylum seekers as criminals, Manus Prison Theory and structural oppression, and the role of art, literature and storytelling in resistance an healing.

Guest Profiles:

Behrouz Boochani is a Kurdish-Iranian journalist, human rights defender, writer, film producer and research fellow at Canterbury University. He, along with Omid Tofighian, developed the Manus Prison Theory which is a framework to understand offshore detention facilities and how this system functions as a form of systemic violence and oppression against asylum seekers. Behrouz himself was detained at Manus Island for two years after its official closure in 2019 and his memoir, No Friend But the Mountains: Writing from Manus Prison, won the Victorian Prize for Literature and the Victorian Premier's Prize for Nonfiction in January 2019.

https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2018/jul/31/writing-from-manus-prison-a-scathing-critique-of-domination-and-oppression

Abdul Samad Haidari is journalist, poet and refugee advocate. From the Hazara community in Afghanistan, he was forced to flee Afghanistan on multiple occasions having spent his childhood as a refugee in Pakistan and Iran before returning. His journalism had a particular focus on women and children's rights, terrorist group actions, transparency and accountability in government, and the systematic persecution of minority groups in both Afghanistan and Pakistan.  He spent 9 years in a refugee camp in Indonesia before making in to New Zealand. The podcast title "I am but more than a refugee" is an homage to one of the poems in his recent book. "The Unsent Condolences"

https://abdulsamadhaidari.wixsite.com/site/books

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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-16648922 Thu, 20 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 4256 Refugee, Refugees, Trauma, Psychology, Migrant, Resettlement, Manus Prison Theory, Afghanistan, Hazara, Kurd, Kurds, Iran, Indonesia, Manus Island, Australia, Prison, Migration ,Art, Poetry, Journalism, Journal, Podcast 2 57 full false #56. D-CYPHR: The Power of Spit - Dr. Anna Moore and Elizabeth Mordey #56. D-CYPHR: The Power of Spit - Dr. Anna Moore and Elizabeth Mordey "You’re a hero. It’s in your DNA." The NHS and NIHR BioResource has started a nationwide movement for ages 0 - 15 to help health research.

Dr. Anna Moore, University of Cambridge, and Elizabeth Mordey of the DNA, Children + Young People's Health Resource (D-CYPHR) talk about the project and how it has the potential to revolutionize healthcare in the UK and around the world.. 

By studying thousands of DNA samples together with health information, scientists can begin to see the big picture of how our genetics and our environment influence our health. 

All kids need to do is spit in a tube.

Further details: https://bioresource.nihr.ac.uk/d-cyphr/

Contact D-CYPHR: dcyphr@bioresource.nihr.ac.uk

Dr. Anna Moore: https://neuroscience.cam.ac.uk/member/am2708/

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]]> "You’re a hero. It’s in your DNA." The NHS and NIHR BioResource has started a nationwide movement for ages 0 - 15 to help health research.

Dr. Anna Moore, University of Cambridge, and Elizabeth Mordey of the DNA, Children + Young People's Health Resource (D-CYPHR) talk about the project and how it has the potential to revolutionize healthcare in the UK and around the world.. 

By studying thousands of DNA samples together with health information, scientists can begin to see the big picture of how our genetics and our environment influence our health. 

All kids need to do is spit in a tube.

Further details: https://bioresource.nihr.ac.uk/d-cyphr/

Contact D-CYPHR: dcyphr@bioresource.nihr.ac.uk

Dr. Anna Moore: https://neuroscience.cam.ac.uk/member/am2708/

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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-16570525 Thu, 06 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 4660 Psychology, Research, Neuroscience, Smooth Brain Society, Brain, Smooth, Podcast, Mental Health, Science, Learning, Education, Health, Wellbeing. DNA, Spit, Children, Child, Kids, Healthcare, Data, Health Data, Participate, Public Health 2 56 full false #55. Arti's Twinkle: Shining a Light on Parental Alcohol and Drug Use for Children - Dr. Cassey Muir and Josie Brookes #55. Arti's Twinkle: Shining a Light on Parental Alcohol and Drug Use for Children - Dr. Cassey Muir and Josie Brookes Children and young people whose parents use substances often feel alone in their experiences, with very few people to trust or talk to.  Parents and caregivers mention uncertainty on how and when to have conversations with children in their family and answer their questions in the best way. Dr. Cassey Muir,  Dr Ruth McGovern and teams at Newcastle University brought together the messages from their studies which are told in this story about Arti, the wishing star. The story was written by Danielle Slade and illustrated by Josie Brookes. Dr. Cassey Muir and Josie Brookes Join us on this episode to discuss the journey of Arti and how it is helping children and families across the UK.

https://sphr.nihr.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Twinkle-Twinkle-Arti-by-Danielle-Slade-and-illustrated-by-Josie-Brookes.pdf

The project was funded by the  This project is funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) School for Public Health Research (SPHR). In collaboration with UK Research and Innovation (UKRI): Medical Research Council and Fuse, the Centre for Translational Research in Public Health.

Dr Cassey Muir: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/medical-sciences/people/profile/casseymuir.html
Josie Brookes: https://www.josiebrookes.com/

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]]> Children and young people whose parents use substances often feel alone in their experiences, with very few people to trust or talk to.  Parents and caregivers mention uncertainty on how and when to have conversations with children in their family and answer their questions in the best way. Dr. Cassey Muir,  Dr Ruth McGovern and teams at Newcastle University brought together the messages from their studies which are told in this story about Arti, the wishing star. The story was written by Danielle Slade and illustrated by Josie Brookes. Dr. Cassey Muir and Josie Brookes Join us on this episode to discuss the journey of Arti and how it is helping children and families across the UK.

https://sphr.nihr.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Twinkle-Twinkle-Arti-by-Danielle-Slade-and-illustrated-by-Josie-Brookes.pdf

The project was funded by the  This project is funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) School for Public Health Research (SPHR). In collaboration with UK Research and Innovation (UKRI): Medical Research Council and Fuse, the Centre for Translational Research in Public Health.

Dr Cassey Muir: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/medical-sciences/people/profile/casseymuir.html
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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-16472152 Thu, 23 Jan 2025 10:00:00 +0000 4069 Psychology, Research, Neuroscience, Smooth Brain Society, Brain, Smooth, Podcast, Mental Health, Science, Education, alcohol, drug use, children, public health, conversations, substance use, illustrations, child, books, parental substance use 2 55 full false #54. Self-Injury and Emotion Regulation - Dr. Kealagh Robinson #54. Self-Injury and Emotion Regulation - Dr. Kealagh Robinson Nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI) is a self-inflicted act that causes pain or superficial damage but is not intended to cause death. Dr. Kealagh Robinson, of Massey University, works in emotion and emotion regulation, with a specific emphasis on how these factors underpin self-injurious thoughts and behaviours. She discusses the role of emotion regulation in self-injury behaviours and some fascinating results from her latest study which demonstrate that the role of emotion in NSSI is more complex than prominent theories can account for.

If needed, please contact:
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Dr. Robinson's latest study:
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S016503272401187X

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]]> Nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI) is a self-inflicted act that causes pain or superficial damage but is not intended to cause death. Dr. Kealagh Robinson, of Massey University, works in emotion and emotion regulation, with a specific emphasis on how these factors underpin self-injurious thoughts and behaviours. She discusses the role of emotion regulation in self-injury behaviours and some fascinating results from her latest study which demonstrate that the role of emotion in NSSI is more complex than prominent theories can account for.

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]]> guest: Dr. Kealagh Robinson Buzzsprout-16388608 Tue, 07 Jan 2025 19:00:00 +0000 5028 Psychology, Research, Neuroscience, Smooth Brain Society, Brain, Smooth, Podcast, Mental Health, Science, Learning, Education, Emotions, Emotion, Heart rate, harm, self harm, Emotion Regulation, Emotion Dysregulation, NSSI 2 54 full false #53. Collaborating with Voice of Aroha to end the year #53. Collaborating with Voice of Aroha to end the year We Collaborated with Voice of Aroha on an exciting podcast featuring Lawyer and Host of the Podcast, Me, Racism and I, the incredible Thoraya Abdoul-Rassol. In the episode we delve into thought-provoking discussions on identity, culture, and personal experiences. Check it out!

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]]> We Collaborated with Voice of Aroha on an exciting podcast featuring Lawyer and Host of the Podcast, Me, Racism and I, the incredible Thoraya Abdoul-Rassol. In the episode we delve into thought-provoking discussions on identity, culture, and personal experiences. Check it out!

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]]> Smooth Brain Society and Voice of Aroha Buzzsprout-16346732 Sat, 28 Dec 2024 06:00:00 +0000 2757 Psychology, Culture, religion, society, beliefs, practice, practices, values, personality, cross-cultural, research, racism, life, identity, personal experience, collaboration 2 53 full false #52. Decoding Concussions: Biomarkers, Diagnosis, and Recovery - Asha Strom #52. Decoding Concussions: Biomarkers, Diagnosis, and Recovery - Asha Strom Mild Traumatic Brain Injury, better known as concussions, are poorly understood. This means diagnosis and proper management are difficult often leading to people living with the impacts of milder injuries for years. Asha Strom of the University of Birmingham talks about UoB's current project, Called mTBI predict, looking at multiple aspects of traumatic brain injury to identify biomarkers (biological identifiers) which will help better detect and manage concussions.

Link to project: https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/metabolism-systems/translational-brain-science/mtbi-predict

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]]> Mild Traumatic Brain Injury, better known as concussions, are poorly understood. This means diagnosis and proper management are difficult often leading to people living with the impacts of milder injuries for years. Asha Strom of the University of Birmingham talks about UoB's current project, Called mTBI predict, looking at multiple aspects of traumatic brain injury to identify biomarkers (biological identifiers) which will help better detect and manage concussions.

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]]> Guest: Asha Strom Buzzsprout-16319126 Sun, 22 Dec 2024 06:00:00 +0000 5065 Concussion, Brain injury, Brain, Trauma, Concussions, Sports Injury, Therapy, neuroscience, neuropsychology, clinical psychology, rehabilitation, patients, traumatic brain injury, emotions, Treatment, Recovery, Brain Scans, Biomarkers, Blood Biomarkers, I 2 52 full false #51. Baby See, Baby Do: Imitative Behaviour in Children- Dr. Frankie Fong #51. Baby See, Baby Do: Imitative Behaviour in Children- Dr. Frankie Fong Dr. Frankie Fong, of Victoria University of Wellington, discusses imitation behaviors and how they are key to child development. He also shares his research on how these behaviours differ between cultures and influence digital media effects on children's socio-cognitive development.

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]]> Dr. Frankie Fong, of Victoria University of Wellington, discusses imitation behaviors and how they are key to child development. He also shares his research on how these behaviours differ between cultures and influence digital media effects on children's socio-cognitive development.

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]]> Guest: Dr Frankie Fong Buzzsprout-16221682 Sat, 07 Dec 2024 06:00:00 +0000 4488 Psychology, development, imitation, cognition, trust, social learning, imitate, learn, learning, culture, cultures, children, child, baby, development, child development, creativity, digital media, screens 2 51 full false #50. New Country. New Friends? Refugee Youth Experience of Resettlement in Aotearoa - Dr. Nuzha Saleem #50. New Country. New Friends? Refugee Youth Experience of Resettlement in Aotearoa - Dr. Nuzha Saleem Dr. Nuzha Saleem is a Teaching Fellow at Victoria University of Wellington. She discusses her research working with youth from migrant and refugee backgrounds. She has particularly focused her work around understanding the role of friendships in educational performance, identity and feelings of belonging for people from refugee backgrounds. Fellow Youth wellbeing researcher Niusha Aryan joins as co-host as we learn about Dr. Saleem's transition from neuroscience into social research, her key take aways from working and advocating with people from refugee backgrounds and the development of a game which is designed to encourage friendship and relationship building

Dr. Nuzha Saleem: https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/cacr/about/people/students-and-alumni/nuzha-saleem

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]]> Dr. Nuzha Saleem is a Teaching Fellow at Victoria University of Wellington. She discusses her research working with youth from migrant and refugee backgrounds. She has particularly focused her work around understanding the role of friendships in educational performance, identity and feelings of belonging for people from refugee backgrounds. Fellow Youth wellbeing researcher Niusha Aryan joins as co-host as we learn about Dr. Saleem's transition from neuroscience into social research, her key take aways from working and advocating with people from refugee backgrounds and the development of a game which is designed to encourage friendship and relationship building

Dr. Nuzha Saleem: https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/cacr/about/people/students-and-alumni/nuzha-saleem

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]]> Guest: Dr Nuzha Saleem Buzzsprout-16154398 Sun, 24 Nov 2024 18:00:00 +0000 4878 Psychology, Social Psychology, wellbeing, health, mental health, belonging, Friendships, Friends, Friend, Family, Education, School, Game, Refugee, Refugees, Aotearoa, New Zealand, Psychology, Migrant, Resettlement, racism, community, youth, Teen, Teenage 2 50 full false #49. Understanding Co-occurring Alcohol and Mental Health Problems - Dr. Jo-Anne Puddephatt #49. Understanding Co-occurring Alcohol and Mental Health Problems - Dr. Jo-Anne Puddephatt Dr. Jo-Anne Puddephatt of Edge Hill University is a mixed-methods researcher in the field of mental health, alcohol use, and co-occurring problems. She combines her experience of working in psychiatric intensive care units with her expertise using datasets to explore the patterns of drinking across individuals experiencing different mental health problems. Jo-Anne also conducts qualitative research and works with patient involvement groups to explore the mechanisms of co-occurring alcohol and mental health problems.

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]]> Dr. Jo-Anne Puddephatt of Edge Hill University is a mixed-methods researcher in the field of mental health, alcohol use, and co-occurring problems. She combines her experience of working in psychiatric intensive care units with her expertise using datasets to explore the patterns of drinking across individuals experiencing different mental health problems. Jo-Anne also conducts qualitative research and works with patient involvement groups to explore the mechanisms of co-occurring alcohol and mental health problems.

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]]> Guest: Dr. Jo-Anne Puddephatt Buzzsprout-16086679 Tue, 12 Nov 2024 17:00:00 +0000 3308 Psychology, Research, Neuroscience, Smooth Brain Society, Brain, Smooth, Podcast, Mental Health, Science, Learning, Education, alcohol, alcohol use, substance use, co-occurring mental health, co-occurring, patient and public involvement, mixed methods res 2 49 full false #48. Booze, Dads and Drunken Rats - Dr. Sahir Hussain #48. Booze, Dads and Drunken Rats - Dr. Sahir Hussain Finally! after 47 episodes as host, Sahir takes his place in the wrinkly brained experts chair to talk about his research on how alcohol drinking by fathers can impact development of the future generations.

Amer Hussain and Jeremy Hall co-host this special episode where we discuss the importance of animal research, find out why Dr. Hussain gets rats drunk and talk about the importance of science communication.

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]]> Finally! after 47 episodes as host, Sahir takes his place in the wrinkly brained experts chair to talk about his research on how alcohol drinking by fathers can impact development of the future generations.

Amer Hussain and Jeremy Hall co-host this special episode where we discuss the importance of animal research, find out why Dr. Hussain gets rats drunk and talk about the importance of science communication.

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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-15975618 Wed, 23 Oct 2024 19:00:00 +0100 4792 Psychology, Research, Neuroscience, Smooth Brain Society, Brain, Smooth, Podcast, Mental Health, Science, Learning, Education, Alcohol, Rats, animal research, booze, fathers, children, drinking, father, development, behaviour, science communication 2 48 full false #47. Bayesian Statistics in Psychology Research - Dr. Taylor Winter #47. Bayesian Statistics in Psychology Research - Dr. Taylor Winter Bayesian Statistics allows combining prior information of a population to the current sample of experimentation to create stronger inferences. Dr. Taylor Winter, Senior Lecturer in Mathematics and Statistics at University of Canterbury, uses Bayesian methods to investigate a range of societal and group factors (Social Psychology).

Dr. Winter takes us through some of the basic ideas around Bayesian statistics and how it differs from traditional methods of hypothesis testing in research. We discuss examples from his work on authoritarianism and social identity theory as well as learn the the differences between his time working in industry vs academia. Lastly, we discuss his culture focused projects including Dungeons and Dragons and how Māori culture can manifest behavioural change.


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]]> Bayesian Statistics allows combining prior information of a population to the current sample of experimentation to create stronger inferences. Dr. Taylor Winter, Senior Lecturer in Mathematics and Statistics at University of Canterbury, uses Bayesian methods to investigate a range of societal and group factors (Social Psychology).

Dr. Winter takes us through some of the basic ideas around Bayesian statistics and how it differs from traditional methods of hypothesis testing in research. We discuss examples from his work on authoritarianism and social identity theory as well as learn the the differences between his time working in industry vs academia. Lastly, we discuss his culture focused projects including Dungeons and Dragons and how Māori culture can manifest behavioural change.


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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-15913134 Sat, 12 Oct 2024 18:00:00 +0100 5420 Psychology, Research, Neuroscience, Smooth Brain Society, Brain, Smooth, Podcast, Mental Health, Science, Learning, Education, Statistics, Bayesian statistics, hypothesis testing, distribution, data, error, social identity theory, cross-cultural psycholog 2 47 full false #46. Why we need to research Parkinson’s Disease - Bethany Facer #46. Why we need to research Parkinson’s Disease - Bethany Facer Bethany Facer, PhD student at University of Liverpool and Science Communicator explains the intricacies of Parkinson's Disease. We discuss Beth’s Neuroimaging research into the neurodegenerative condition as she goes over some of the key biological mechanisms, clinical manifestations and current treatments which together highlight the need to better understand this multifaceted disorder. Later, co-host Pollyanna Ward and Beth discuss the importance of science communication in current times and how researchers can improve our communication skills

https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/systems-molecular-and-integrative-biology/research/groups/brain-imaging/


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]]> Bethany Facer, PhD student at University of Liverpool and Science Communicator explains the intricacies of Parkinson's Disease. We discuss Beth’s Neuroimaging research into the neurodegenerative condition as she goes over some of the key biological mechanisms, clinical manifestations and current treatments which together highlight the need to better understand this multifaceted disorder. Later, co-host Pollyanna Ward and Beth discuss the importance of science communication in current times and how researchers can improve our communication skills

https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/systems-molecular-and-integrative-biology/research/groups/brain-imaging/


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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-15795828 Sat, 28 Sep 2024 14:00:00 +0100 4813 Psychology, Research, Neuroscience, Smooth Brain Society, Brain, Smooth, Podcast, Mental Health, Science, Learning, Education, Parkinson's, Parkinson's Disease, neurodegeneration, neuroimaging, MRI, brain scan 2 46 full false #45. Maternal Depression and Antidepressant Use - Dr. Stephanie D'Souza #45. Maternal Depression and Antidepressant Use - Dr. Stephanie D'Souza There is often a tendency to focus on physical rather than mental health during pregnancy. While rates can vary by country, research suggests that about 10 - 20% of pregnant women experience depression during pregnancy. This is higher than the average rate of 6% seen in the general population. The changes during pregnancy can also make it hard for mood disorders to be detected and treated. Dr. Stephanie D'Souza of University of Auckland joins to discuss her research as maternal depression and antidepressant use. Dr. D'Souza goes through her research as we talk about some key things to be aware of and why research in maternal health is hard to undertake.

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]]> There is often a tendency to focus on physical rather than mental health during pregnancy. While rates can vary by country, research suggests that about 10 - 20% of pregnant women experience depression during pregnancy. This is higher than the average rate of 6% seen in the general population. The changes during pregnancy can also make it hard for mood disorders to be detected and treated. Dr. Stephanie D'Souza of University of Auckland joins to discuss her research as maternal depression and antidepressant use. Dr. D'Souza goes through her research as we talk about some key things to be aware of and why research in maternal health is hard to undertake.

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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-15752593 Sun, 15 Sep 2024 18:00:00 +0100 4670 Psychology ,Research, Neuroscience, Smooth Brain Society, Brain, Smooth, Podcast, Mental Health, Science, Learning, Education, Cognition, Emotions, Emotion, Sad, Social Emotions, Antidepressant, depression, medication, maternal, pregnancy, postpartum blue 2 45 full false #44. The Influence of Stoicism on Psychology - Dr. John Sellars #44. The Influence of Stoicism on Psychology - Dr. John Sellars At its core, Stoicism is a tool in the pursuit of self-mastery, perseverance, and wisdom: something one uses to live a virtuous life. However, the English language has dealt great injustice to the word “Stoic.” Dr. John Sellars, Reader in the History of Philosophy at Royal Holloway, University of London, and Research Fellow at King's College London, joins along with Dr. Johannes Karl, Dublin City University, to give us an introduction to Stoicism and how these ideas born in Ancient Greece  have been instrumental in the modern day through understanding emotions, designing behavioral therapies and conceptualizing developmental psychology.

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]]> At its core, Stoicism is a tool in the pursuit of self-mastery, perseverance, and wisdom: something one uses to live a virtuous life. However, the English language has dealt great injustice to the word “Stoic.” Dr. John Sellars, Reader in the History of Philosophy at Royal Holloway, University of London, and Research Fellow at King's College London, joins along with Dr. Johannes Karl, Dublin City University, to give us an introduction to Stoicism and how these ideas born in Ancient Greece  have been instrumental in the modern day through understanding emotions, designing behavioral therapies and conceptualizing developmental psychology.

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]]> Guest: Dr. John Sellars Buzzsprout-15627876 Thu, 29 Aug 2024 17:00:00 +0100 4816 Psychology, Research, Neuroscience, Smooth Brain Society, Brain, Smooth, Podcast, Mental Health, Science, Learning, Education, Stoicism, Philosophy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Cognition, CBT, Ancient Philosophers, Philosophers, Greek Philosopher, Phil 2 44 full false #43. Subjective Fear and The Experience of Presence - Dr. Christopher Maymon #43. Subjective Fear and The Experience of Presence - Dr. Christopher Maymon Dr. Chris Maymon, of Victoria University of Wellington, talks to us about his research on the experience of being Present. Him and his team use virtual reality to test the causal role of subjective and physiological components of fear in generating presence. Dr. Maymon goes through the background of understanding being present as a concept and how it is measured, the use of virtual reality in his experiments and some of the interesting findings including how your subjective fear and not your heart rate and other physiological measures impact our experience of presence.

Read the paper here: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/379928195_The_presence_of_fear_How_subjective_fear_not_physiological_changes_shapes_the_experience_of_presence

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]]> Dr. Chris Maymon, of Victoria University of Wellington, talks to us about his research on the experience of being Present. Him and his team use virtual reality to test the causal role of subjective and physiological components of fear in generating presence. Dr. Maymon goes through the background of understanding being present as a concept and how it is measured, the use of virtual reality in his experiments and some of the interesting findings including how your subjective fear and not your heart rate and other physiological measures impact our experience of presence.

Read the paper here: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/379928195_The_presence_of_fear_How_subjective_fear_not_physiological_changes_shapes_the_experience_of_presence

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]]> Guest: Dr. Chris Maymon Buzzsprout-15527984 Tue, 06 Aug 2024 17:00:00 +0100 4497 Psychology, Research, Neuroscience, Smooth Brain Society, Brain, Smooth, Podcast, Mental Health, Science, Learning, Education, Virtual Reality, VR, Fear, Anger, Disgust, Awe, Computers, Emotions, Emotion, Heart rate 2 43 full false #42. Do No Harm: A Neurosurgeon's views - Dr. Dilnavaz Bhiladvala #42. Do No Harm: A Neurosurgeon's views - Dr. Dilnavaz Bhiladvala Dr. Dilnavaz Bhiladvala is a neurosurgeon with over 30 years of experience working in various hospitals across India and the UAE. She is the Head of Department of Neurosurgery at Al Dhaid Hospital, Sharjah, UAE before which she was the Head of Department and Professor Neurosurgery at Kamineni Institute of Medical Sciences, India. She takes us through how the field of neurosurgery has changed across her career. We discuss the steps involved in deciding whether surgery is required and when not to operate. Dr. Bhiladvala also shares information the public should know about neurosurgery and signs to look out for. We cover a few interesting cases across her career, her research and how technology has changed the field of neurosurgery for the better.

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]]> Dr. Dilnavaz Bhiladvala is a neurosurgeon with over 30 years of experience working in various hospitals across India and the UAE. She is the Head of Department of Neurosurgery at Al Dhaid Hospital, Sharjah, UAE before which she was the Head of Department and Professor Neurosurgery at Kamineni Institute of Medical Sciences, India. She takes us through how the field of neurosurgery has changed across her career. We discuss the steps involved in deciding whether surgery is required and when not to operate. Dr. Bhiladvala also shares information the public should know about neurosurgery and signs to look out for. We cover a few interesting cases across her career, her research and how technology has changed the field of neurosurgery for the better.

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]]> Guest: Dr. Dilnavaz Bhiladvala Buzzsprout-15433856 Thu, 18 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0100 4284 Psychology, Research, Neuroscience, Smooth Brain Society, Brain, Smooth, Podcast, Mental Health, Science, Learning, Education, Neurosurgery, surgery, brain, tumor, cancer, coma, conscious, India, trauma, headache, brain surgery, hospital, healthcare, surg 2 42 full false #41. ‘Ngaruroro’: Understanding Māori Wellbeing - Finley Johnson #41. ‘Ngaruroro’: Understanding Māori Wellbeing - Finley Johnson Finley Ngarangi Johnson and Colleagues introduce 'Ngaruroro' which is a new model for Māori wellbeing. Fin, who is a PhD student at Victoria University of Wellington and a Researcher at the Ministry of Social Development, talks about the effort put into designing the new measure. the themes it covers and some of the issues faced when designing a wellbeing measure for the complexities of different Māori identities.

Their paper can be accessed here : https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/21/4/445

The episode is co-hosted by Prateek Shankar, CEO, Jungle Publics. He was a guest on an earlier episode about his work on Planetary Melancholia

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]]> Finley Ngarangi Johnson and Colleagues introduce 'Ngaruroro' which is a new model for Māori wellbeing. Fin, who is a PhD student at Victoria University of Wellington and a Researcher at the Ministry of Social Development, talks about the effort put into designing the new measure. the themes it covers and some of the issues faced when designing a wellbeing measure for the complexities of different Māori identities.

Their paper can be accessed here : https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/21/4/445

The episode is co-hosted by Prateek Shankar, CEO, Jungle Publics. He was a guest on an earlier episode about his work on Planetary Melancholia

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]]> Guest: Finley Johnson Buzzsprout-15322517 Fri, 28 Jun 2024 06:00:00 +0100 4433 Psychology, Research, Science, Smooth Brain Society, Brain, Smooth, Podcast, Mental Health, Indigenous, Learning, Education, Podcast, Māori, New Zealand, Perfectionism, Culture, Wellbeing, Aotearoa, Health, Māori Health, Whakapapa, Kaupapa Māori, Kaupapa 2 41 full false #40. Voice of Aroha - Kodrean Eashae & Luis Perez #40. Voice of Aroha - Kodrean Eashae & Luis Perez World Refugee Day is on the 20th of June each year and is dedicated to refugees all around the world. We spoke to Kodrean Eashae and Luis Perez from Voice of Aroha. Voice of Aroha does incredible work highlighting the stories of refugees and minority communities in New Zealand with the aims of assisting in grassroots change. Host of Me, Racism and I, Thoraya Abdul-Rassol Kodrean, joins as co-host. Our guests share their stories and speak to issues migrants and refugees face in New Zealand, the problem with the ‘refugee’ label and the growing fear of people being displaced due to climate change.

Check out Voice of Aroha: https://voiceofaroha.org.nz/

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]]> World Refugee Day is on the 20th of June each year and is dedicated to refugees all around the world. We spoke to Kodrean Eashae and Luis Perez from Voice of Aroha. Voice of Aroha does incredible work highlighting the stories of refugees and minority communities in New Zealand with the aims of assisting in grassroots change. Host of Me, Racism and I, Thoraya Abdul-Rassol Kodrean, joins as co-host. Our guests share their stories and speak to issues migrants and refugees face in New Zealand, the problem with the ‘refugee’ label and the growing fear of people being displaced due to climate change.

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]]> Guest: Voice of Aroha Buzzsprout-15281037 Thu, 20 Jun 2024 06:00:00 +0100 3855 Refugee, Refugees, World Refugee Day, Aotearoa, New Zealand, Climate Change, climate refugee, climate, Psychology, Migrant, Resettlement, racism, Iraq, Columbia, community 2 40 full false #39. Reimagining the Role of the Catholic Church - Geo Robrigado #39. Reimagining the Role of the Catholic Church - Geo Robrigado The Catholic church is the only religious entity to hold a seat in the United Nations through the Vatican city’s status as a state. Geo Robrigado, Law graduate and former President of the Victoria University of Wellington Student Union, speaks about his research in law, international relations and politics focusing on how the Catholic Church maintains its political relevance. We go through the influence of the church and how it has been evolving over time to cater to the new generations. Covering historical examples of how the church has embedded itself into global politics, how it influences other religions and how it adapts to individual locations in order to extend its reach.

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]]> The Catholic church is the only religious entity to hold a seat in the United Nations through the Vatican city’s status as a state. Geo Robrigado, Law graduate and former President of the Victoria University of Wellington Student Union, speaks about his research in law, international relations and politics focusing on how the Catholic Church maintains its political relevance. We go through the influence of the church and how it has been evolving over time to cater to the new generations. Covering historical examples of how the church has embedded itself into global politics, how it influences other religions and how it adapts to individual locations in order to extend its reach.

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]]> Guest: Geo Robrigado Buzzsprout-15242812 Thu, 13 Jun 2024 18:00:00 +0100 4602 Psychology, Culture, religion, Catholicism, atheism, Islam, Church, society, beliefs, practice, practices, values, personality, cross-cultural, research, life, spirituality, politics, law, globalization, local, Christianity 2 39 full false #38. Planetary Melancholia - Prateek Shankar and Valerie Navarrete #38. Planetary Melancholia - Prateek Shankar and Valerie Navarrete Prateek Shankar and Valerie Navarrete are founders of the Jungle Publics, a group trying to foster interdisciplinary discussions and reimagine how we relate to our planet and each other. They come on to talk about their first major publication titled "Planetary Melancholia". The article is written with Center for Complexity and the Global Arts & Cultures department at the Rhode Island School of Design. It covers a wide range of discussion points around the current state of the planet looking at how planetary crises like climate change, war, social inequality and cultural erosion are all coming together to cause impacts larger than the sum of their parts and try to understand not just the impacts on those directly affected but also the emotional dysregulation people feel by seeing all these issues unfold in front of their own phone screens everyday. Making this a unique time for personhood as we see everything good, bad and ugly unfold before our eyes in real time.

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Substack: https://substack.com/@prateekshankar
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]]> Prateek Shankar and Valerie Navarrete are founders of the Jungle Publics, a group trying to foster interdisciplinary discussions and reimagine how we relate to our planet and each other. They come on to talk about their first major publication titled "Planetary Melancholia". The article is written with Center for Complexity and the Global Arts & Cultures department at the Rhode Island School of Design. It covers a wide range of discussion points around the current state of the planet looking at how planetary crises like climate change, war, social inequality and cultural erosion are all coming together to cause impacts larger than the sum of their parts and try to understand not just the impacts on those directly affected but also the emotional dysregulation people feel by seeing all these issues unfold in front of their own phone screens everyday. Making this a unique time for personhood as we see everything good, bad and ugly unfold before our eyes in real time.

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]]> Guest: Jungle Publics Buzzsprout-15167162 Fri, 31 May 2024 09:00:00 +0100 4785 Psychology, Research, Neuroscience, Smooth Brain Society, Brain, Smooth, Podcast, Mental Health, Science, Learning, Education, Planet, Climate Crisis, climate anxiety, climate change, climate, war, emotion, dysregulation, epigenetics, colonialism, rituals 2 38 full false #37. Lies, Damned Lies and Statistics - Dr. Liza Bolton #37. Lies, Damned Lies and Statistics - Dr. Liza Bolton The use of stats and throwing around numbers in conversation is incredibly common, yet statistics itself is poorly understood. Dr. Liza Bolton from  @universityofauckland discusses the dark art that is statistics. Using examples, she takes us through some misconceptions and dispels the notion that numbers don’t lie. We cover how to identify the best ice cream store, how to not be fooled when stats are mischaracterized in media and politics, why we worship the nat 20 dice roll and is the 27 club for musicians a real thing?

Dr. Bolton's website: https://www.lizabolton.com/

Missing data in police warrant information: https://www.stuff.co.nz/pou-tiaki/300938784/data-shows-ongoing-racial-bias-in-police-warrantless-searches
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]]> The use of stats and throwing around numbers in conversation is incredibly common, yet statistics itself is poorly understood. Dr. Liza Bolton from  @universityofauckland discusses the dark art that is statistics. Using examples, she takes us through some misconceptions and dispels the notion that numbers don’t lie. We cover how to identify the best ice cream store, how to not be fooled when stats are mischaracterized in media and politics, why we worship the nat 20 dice roll and is the 27 club for musicians a real thing?

Dr. Bolton's website: https://www.lizabolton.com/

Missing data in police warrant information: https://www.stuff.co.nz/pou-tiaki/300938784/data-shows-ongoing-racial-bias-in-police-warrantless-searches
Gang numbers: https://thespinoff.co.nz/politics/23-04-2024/have-gang-numbers-really-skyrocketed-in-recent-years

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]]> Guest: Dr. Liza Bolton Buzzsprout-15076004 Thu, 16 May 2024 05:00:00 +0100 4219 Psychology, Research, Neuroscience, Smooth Brain Society, Brain, Smooth, Podcast, Mental Health, Science, Learning, Education, Statistics, math, p-value, 27 club, musicians, data, data analysis, missing data, media, politics, misrepresentation, dark arts, 2 37 full false #36. Drugs 101: Cannabis - Professor. Tim Karl #36. Drugs 101: Cannabis - Professor. Tim Karl Professor Tim Karl of Western Sydney University. He joined to give us a basic overview into the world of cannabinoids. He spoke about what happens in our brain when we use/abuse cannabis and all the different components the plant has. This podcast covers where research is in terms of the benefits of medical marijuana, some of the concerns which people need to be aware of and how the media often misrepresents findings in this space.

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]]> Professor Tim Karl of Western Sydney University. He joined to give us a basic overview into the world of cannabinoids. He spoke about what happens in our brain when we use/abuse cannabis and all the different components the plant has. This podcast covers where research is in terms of the benefits of medical marijuana, some of the concerns which people need to be aware of and how the media often misrepresents findings in this space.

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]]> Guest: Prof. Tim Karl Buzzsprout-14989900 Thu, 02 May 2024 06:00:00 +0100 3454 Psychology, drugs, cannabis, cannabinoid, marijuana, weed, mental health, mental health treatment, PTSD, addiction, abuse, neuroscience, research, animal research 2 36 full false EA #4. Atheism After Near Death Experiences - Dr. Alex Fry EA #4. Atheism After Near Death Experiences - Dr. Alex Fry Near-death experiences (NDEs) are common amongst those coming close to death and profoundly impact how they make sense of the world. Dr. Alex Fry of the University of Bournemouth draws on interviews with atheists who have had a NDE to explore whether death anxiety motivates attempts to make sense of the world and the extent to which the dominant belief systems in the UK shape their attempts to do so.

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]]> Near-death experiences (NDEs) are common amongst those coming close to death and profoundly impact how they make sense of the world. Dr. Alex Fry of the University of Bournemouth draws on interviews with atheists who have had a NDE to explore whether death anxiety motivates attempts to make sense of the world and the extent to which the dominant belief systems in the UK shape their attempts to do so.

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]]> Smooth Brain Society and Explaining Atheism Buzzsprout-14910890 Thu, 18 Apr 2024 06:00:00 +0100 4821 Psychology, Culture, religion, death, atheism, society, beliefs, practice, practices, values, personality, cross-cultural, research, NDE, near-death experiences, life, spirituality, sociology 3 4 full false #35. International Law and Armed Conflict - Prof. Alberto Costi #35. International Law and Armed Conflict - Prof. Alberto Costi As the term "international law" is brought up frequently in discourse these days we sat down with Professor Alberto Costi to get an introduction into international law and laws of armed conflict. We cover how international law works and how it is implemented? Who can be held accountable for breaches in international humanitarian law? Where do non-state actors fit in? The nuances within the Geneva Conventions and examples of past and present cases regarding genocide and why the current law is not always the best mechanism to prevent crimes against humanity.

Prof. Costi specializes in the law of armed conflict, international criminal law, international human rights law, the law of international organizations and in comparative law and EU law. He is a member of the New Zealand International Humanitarian Law Committee, serves as the Secretary-General of the International Law Association New Zealand Branch and is the Vice-President of the New Zealand Association for Comparative Law.

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]]> As the term "international law" is brought up frequently in discourse these days we sat down with Professor Alberto Costi to get an introduction into international law and laws of armed conflict. We cover how international law works and how it is implemented? Who can be held accountable for breaches in international humanitarian law? Where do non-state actors fit in? The nuances within the Geneva Conventions and examples of past and present cases regarding genocide and why the current law is not always the best mechanism to prevent crimes against humanity.

Prof. Costi specializes in the law of armed conflict, international criminal law, international human rights law, the law of international organizations and in comparative law and EU law. He is a member of the New Zealand International Humanitarian Law Committee, serves as the Secretary-General of the International Law Association New Zealand Branch and is the Vice-President of the New Zealand Association for Comparative Law.

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]]> Guest: Prof. Alberto Costi Buzzsprout-14804821 Wed, 03 Apr 2024 05:00:00 +0100 5917 International Humanitarian Law, Law of Armed Conflict, Geneva Conventions, War Crimes, Rules of Engagement, Human Rights, Human Rights in Conflict, War Zones, Conflict Resolution, Civilians in Warfare, Hague Conventions, Geneva Conventions, Rome Statute, 2 35 full false #34. How Virtual Reality is Reshaping Neuroscience - Dr. Chris Maymon #34. How Virtual Reality is Reshaping Neuroscience - Dr. Chris Maymon On this episode, Dr. Christopher Maymon, Head of the Virtual Reality lab at Victoria University of Wellington delves into the captivating realm of VR and emotion research. Explore with us as we dissect groundbreaking studies and innovative experiments, uncovering the intricate interplay between VR experiences and human emotions. From  negative emotions like fear and disgust to the the more obscure positive emotions like awe. Dr. Maymon talks us through how VR is reshaping research and how it can be incorporated in treatments of phobias

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]]> On this episode, Dr. Christopher Maymon, Head of the Virtual Reality lab at Victoria University of Wellington delves into the captivating realm of VR and emotion research. Explore with us as we dissect groundbreaking studies and innovative experiments, uncovering the intricate interplay between VR experiences and human emotions. From  negative emotions like fear and disgust to the the more obscure positive emotions like awe. Dr. Maymon talks us through how VR is reshaping research and how it can be incorporated in treatments of phobias

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]]> Smooth Brain Society Buzzsprout-14729749 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 03:00:00 +0000 4862 Psychology, Research, Neuroscience, Smooth Brain Society, Brain, Smooth, Podcast, Mental Health, Science, Learning, Education, Virtual Reality, VR, Fear, Anger, Disgust, Awe, Computers, Emotions, Emotion, Heart rate 2 34 full false #33. So Emotional - Assoc. Prof. Gina Grimshaw #33. So Emotional - Assoc. Prof. Gina Grimshaw Associate Professor Gina Grimshaw leads the Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience Lab at Victoria University of Wellington. She joins to talk about emotions and her research on how emotional states affect cognitive processes like attention, language, and executive control. Gina also gives us an intro into multiple aspects of emotions such as the association of emotions with colors and why artificial intelligence is poor at detecting emotions. 

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]]> Associate Professor Gina Grimshaw leads the Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience Lab at Victoria University of Wellington. She joins to talk about emotions and her research on how emotional states affect cognitive processes like attention, language, and executive control. Gina also gives us an intro into multiple aspects of emotions such as the association of emotions with colors and why artificial intelligence is poor at detecting emotions. 

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]]> Guest: Associate Professor Gina Grimshaw Buzzsprout-14638100 Thu, 07 Mar 2024 03:00:00 +0000 4606 Cognition, Emotions, Emotion, Happy, Sad , Disgust, Social Emotions, Hunger, Language 2 33 full false #32. Elite Dominance and Inequality in Academia - Assoc. Prof. Mehmet Orhan #32. Elite Dominance and Inequality in Academia - Assoc. Prof. Mehmet Orhan Dr. Mehmet Orhan, Associate Professor of Management and Organizational Behavior at EM Normandie Business School joined us to talk about authorship inequality, elite dominance, and the ethical and problematic issues of doing science and academic careers. It covers issues such as unequal opportunities and bias in journal publications and how this inequality of research output can influence societies. Dr. Orhan also talks about how the academic system is setup against young researchers through what he describes as "academic rackets." 

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]]> Dr. Mehmet Orhan, Associate Professor of Management and Organizational Behavior at EM Normandie Business School joined us to talk about authorship inequality, elite dominance, and the ethical and problematic issues of doing science and academic careers. It covers issues such as unequal opportunities and bias in journal publications and how this inequality of research output can influence societies. Dr. Orhan also talks about how the academic system is setup against young researchers through what he describes as "academic rackets." 

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]]> Guest: Associate Professor Mehmet Orhan Buzzsprout-14553245 Thu, 22 Feb 2024 16:00:00 +0000 4184 Academia, inequality, psychology, research, bias, elites, journal, research, journalism, rackets, publications 2 32 full false EA #3. Unholy Catholic Ireland - Dr. Hugh Turpin EA #3. Unholy Catholic Ireland - Dr. Hugh Turpin Dr. Hugh Turpin of Oxford University joins Feryl and Sahir on the podcast to share his work on  the decline of Catholicism in Ireland and the factors which have led to it. We also cover his current research with the Explaining Atheism project about understanding how Ireland, Northern Ireland and Poland, 3 regions with strong religious identities have seen steep declines in religious beliefs in recent years. We cover his book "Unholy Catholic Ireland: Religious Hypocrisy, Secular Morality, and Irish Irreligion" and discuss the history of religious identity in Ireland and what the future might hold.


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]]> Dr. Hugh Turpin of Oxford University joins Feryl and Sahir on the podcast to share his work on  the decline of Catholicism in Ireland and the factors which have led to it. We also cover his current research with the Explaining Atheism project about understanding how Ireland, Northern Ireland and Poland, 3 regions with strong religious identities have seen steep declines in religious beliefs in recent years. We cover his book "Unholy Catholic Ireland: Religious Hypocrisy, Secular Morality, and Irish Irreligion" and discuss the history of religious identity in Ireland and what the future might hold.


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]]> Smooth Brain Society and Explaining Atheism Buzzsprout-14461762 Thu, 08 Feb 2024 04:00:00 +0000 5404 Psychology, Religion, Secularism, Ireland, Catholicism, Rituals, Identity, Irreligion, Scandals, Hypocrisy, Northern Ireland 3 4 full true EJOP #1. Muslim Women's Experiences of Identity and Belonging in Switzerland - Rachael Loxston EJOP #1. Muslim Women's Experiences of Identity and Belonging in Switzerland - Rachael Loxston For the very first episode of our collaboration with Europe's Journal of Psychology, Rachael Loxton joins to discuss her research paper titled “Liberty Can Be for You One Thing, and for Me Something Different”: Muslim Women's Experiences of Identity and Belonging in Switzerland.
This paper investigates how these concepts are experienced by Muslim women in Switzerland, a minority group targeted in the political campaign nicknamed the “burka ban.” We go through the key research questions, background and the main findings centered around: How do Muslim women construct their identity in Switzerland? How do Muslim women experience a sense of belonging in Switzerland?

Link to the article: https://doi.org/10.5964/ejop.10623

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]]> For the very first episode of our collaboration with Europe's Journal of Psychology, Rachael Loxton joins to discuss her research paper titled “Liberty Can Be for You One Thing, and for Me Something Different”: Muslim Women's Experiences of Identity and Belonging in Switzerland.
This paper investigates how these concepts are experienced by Muslim women in Switzerland, a minority group targeted in the political campaign nicknamed the “burka ban.” We go through the key research questions, background and the main findings centered around: How do Muslim women construct their identity in Switzerland? How do Muslim women experience a sense of belonging in Switzerland?

Link to the article: https://doi.org/10.5964/ejop.10623

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]]> Guest: Rachael Loxston Buzzsprout-14331447 Thu, 01 Feb 2024 03:00:00 +0000 4238 Identity, Psychology, Switzerland, Women, Muslim, Belonging, Culture, Politics, Research 4 1 full false EA #2. The Rise and Fall of Rituals - Dr. Martin Lang EA #2. The Rise and Fall of Rituals - Dr. Martin Lang Dr. Martin Lang is assistant professor at Masaryk University, Czech Republic. And is the Director of the Laboratory for the Experimental Research of Religion (LEVYNA). He joins us to talk us through how rituals form and the roles they have played in fostering cooperation. We discuss the benefits of rituals in reducing anxiety and his current work on why we are seeing a decline in certain rituals along with the rise of non-theism, particularly in nations with greater existential security.

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]]> Dr. Martin Lang is assistant professor at Masaryk University, Czech Republic. And is the Director of the Laboratory for the Experimental Research of Religion (LEVYNA). He joins us to talk us through how rituals form and the roles they have played in fostering cooperation. We discuss the benefits of rituals in reducing anxiety and his current work on why we are seeing a decline in certain rituals along with the rise of non-theism, particularly in nations with greater existential security.

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]]> Smooth Brain Society and Explaining Atheism Buzzsprout-14327600 Thu, 18 Jan 2024 03:00:00 +0000 4541 Psychology, Culture, religion, rituals, ritual, belief, beliefs, practices, cooperation, anxiety, atheism 3 3 full false #31. AI and Māori/Indigenous Data Sovereignty - Dr. Karaitiana Taiuru #31. AI and Māori/Indigenous Data Sovereignty - Dr. Karaitiana Taiuru Dr. Karaitiana Taiuru is a Māori technology ethicist specializing in Māori rights with Artificial intelligence, Māori Data Sovereignty and Governance with emerging digital technologies and biological sciences. He brings his extensive expertise in advocacy for digital Māori rights and data sovereignty and experience in roles including  Office of the Prime Minister’s Chief Science Advisor – Expert Advisory Committee on Artificial Intelligence. We discuss the issues facing indigenous communities with regards to current data systems, biases in artificial intelligence models, how to go about creating equitable systems of AI and what some of the future discussions policy makers need to be having.

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]]> Dr. Karaitiana Taiuru is a Māori technology ethicist specializing in Māori rights with Artificial intelligence, Māori Data Sovereignty and Governance with emerging digital technologies and biological sciences. He brings his extensive expertise in advocacy for digital Māori rights and data sovereignty and experience in roles including  Office of the Prime Minister’s Chief Science Advisor – Expert Advisory Committee on Artificial Intelligence. We discuss the issues facing indigenous communities with regards to current data systems, biases in artificial intelligence models, how to go about creating equitable systems of AI and what some of the future discussions policy makers need to be having.

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]]> Guest: Dr. Karaitiana Taiuru Buzzsprout-14257127 Sat, 06 Jan 2024 03:00:00 +0000 3542 artificial intelligence, AI, Data, Ethics, Māori, Indigenous rights, sovereignty, podcast, new zealand 2 31 full true #30. Unravelling the Role of Dopamine - Dr. Kate Witt #30. Unravelling the Role of Dopamine - Dr. Kate Witt Dr. Kate Witt, lecturer at Victoria University of Wellington, joins to discuss her research on Dopamine. Dopamine is an integral neurotransmitter, mainly associated with pleasure and motivation. Dr. Witt's work uses a genetically modified animal model to understand changes in behaviour focusing particularly on anhedonia (the inability to experience joy or pleasure), asociality (lack of social interactions) and avolition (lack of motivation).

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]]> Dr. Kate Witt, lecturer at Victoria University of Wellington, joins to discuss her research on Dopamine. Dopamine is an integral neurotransmitter, mainly associated with pleasure and motivation. Dr. Witt's work uses a genetically modified animal model to understand changes in behaviour focusing particularly on anhedonia (the inability to experience joy or pleasure), asociality (lack of social interactions) and avolition (lack of motivation).

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]]> Guest: Dr. Kate Witt Buzzsprout-14179215 Thu, 21 Dec 2023 03:00:00 +0000 4838 Psychology, Neuroscience, Depression, Schizophrenia, Motivation, Pleasure, Dopamine, Genetics, Neurotransmitter 2 30 full false EA #1. Explaining Māori Deconversion from Christianity in Aotearoa (New Zealand) - Dr. Sara Rahmani EA #1. Explaining Māori Deconversion from Christianity in Aotearoa (New Zealand) - Dr. Sara Rahmani For the first episode of our Explaining Atheism series, Dr. Sara Rahmani from the School of Social and Cultural Studies at Victoria University of Wellington joins us to talk about her project exploring Māori atheism. It explores the individual, sociocultural and historical processes contributing to Māori deconversion.

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]]> For the first episode of our Explaining Atheism series, Dr. Sara Rahmani from the School of Social and Cultural Studies at Victoria University of Wellington joins us to talk about her project exploring Māori atheism. It explores the individual, sociocultural and historical processes contributing to Māori deconversion.

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]]> Smooth Brain Society and Exploring Atheism Buzzsprout-14105125 Thu, 07 Dec 2023 08:00:00 +0000 4318 Psychology, Culture, religion, Māori, values, personality, cross-cultural, Christianity, New Zealand, Aotearoa 3 2 full false EA #0. Introduction to the Explaining Atheism Project EA #0. Introduction to the Explaining Atheism Project Smooth Brain Society is collaborating with the Explaining  Atheism Project to bring you a brand new series focusing on non-religion.  Over the course of the series we will have multiple guests from across the world explaining the factors which lead to atheism or non-belief and how religion has changed over time. This introductory episode talks about the program, what its aims are and why such work is even needed? Feryl interviews the core team members Dr. Aiyana Willard and Dr. Connair Russell to take you through what the project is all about and what you can expect in the coming series.


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]]> Smooth Brain Society is collaborating with the Explaining  Atheism Project to bring you a brand new series focusing on non-religion.  Over the course of the series we will have multiple guests from across the world explaining the factors which lead to atheism or non-belief and how religion has changed over time. This introductory episode talks about the program, what its aims are and why such work is even needed? Feryl interviews the core team members Dr. Aiyana Willard and Dr. Connair Russell to take you through what the project is all about and what you can expect in the coming series.


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]]> SBS/EA Buzzsprout-14059487 Thu, 30 Nov 2023 02:00:00 +0000 1620 Psychology, Religion, Atheism, Culture, Cross-Culture, Rituals, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, God, Judaisim 3 1 full false #29. Place Cells: How we know where we are - Prof. Kate Jeffery #29. Place Cells: How we know where we are - Prof. Kate Jeffery Professor Kate Jeffery, Head of School of Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of Glasgow. Discusses her work on our idea of place, space and navigation. We get an introduction to place cells which are the neurons in the brain which help us identify our location in space. We speak about how these were discovered how they work and where research on our understanding of place and direction is going.

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]]> Professor Kate Jeffery, Head of School of Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of Glasgow. Discusses her work on our idea of place, space and navigation. We get an introduction to place cells which are the neurons in the brain which help us identify our location in space. We speak about how these were discovered how they work and where research on our understanding of place and direction is going.

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]]> Guest: Professor Kate jeffery Buzzsprout-14026891 Fri, 24 Nov 2023 05:00:00 +0000 2899 Psychology, Neuroscience, Cognition, Neurons, Hippocampus, Place Cells, Directions, Space, Location, Senses, Brain, Directions 2 29 full false #28. Memory and Wrongful Convictions - Dr. Faye Skelton #28. Memory and Wrongful Convictions - Dr. Faye Skelton Dr. Faye Skelton is the program lead for Applied Criminology and Forensic Psychology at the Edinburgh Napier University, Scotland. She joins us to talk about miscarriages of justice, factors involved in wrongful imprisonment, false confessions and memory issues which affect eye witness testimony. Lastly, Faye talks about how some of these can be fixed and tools which may help in future identification like police facial composites.

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]]> Dr. Faye Skelton is the program lead for Applied Criminology and Forensic Psychology at the Edinburgh Napier University, Scotland. She joins us to talk about miscarriages of justice, factors involved in wrongful imprisonment, false confessions and memory issues which affect eye witness testimony. Lastly, Faye talks about how some of these can be fixed and tools which may help in future identification like police facial composites.

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]]> Guest: Dr. Faye Skelton Buzzsprout-13937764 Thu, 09 Nov 2023 03:00:00 +0000 5359 Crime, Justice, false convictions, wrongful convictions, memory, judge, police, witness, identification, criminology, forensics, bias 2 28 full false #27. I'm not rude, I'm just face blind (Prosopagnosia) - Dr. Tirta Susilo #27. I'm not rude, I'm just face blind (Prosopagnosia) - Dr. Tirta Susilo Some people are poorer at identifying faces. Dr. Tirta Susilo, Senior Lecturer at Victoria University of Wellington, talks about what prosopagnosia is, what research tells us about how we perceive faces and objects, and what about those who have super face recognition abilities?

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]]> Some people are poorer at identifying faces. Dr. Tirta Susilo, Senior Lecturer at Victoria University of Wellington, talks about what prosopagnosia is, what research tells us about how we perceive faces and objects, and what about those who have super face recognition abilities?

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]]> Guest: Dr. Tirta Susilo Buzzsprout-13847794 Thu, 26 Oct 2023 04:00:00 +0100 3461 Face blindness, perception, prosopagnosia, faces, cognition, recognize, neuroscience, evolution 2 27 full false #26. What is Artificial Intelligence?- Dr. Andrew Lensen and Amer Hussain #26. What is Artificial Intelligence?- Dr. Andrew Lensen and Amer Hussain Dr. Andrew Lensen and Amer Hussain from the School of Engineering and Computer Science at Victoria University of Wellington come on the podcast to talk about Artificial Intelligence (AI). They cover how it works, the different types of AI, ethics around data protection and the shortfall in the current laws to protect people when it ultimately takes over. 

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]]> Dr. Andrew Lensen and Amer Hussain from the School of Engineering and Computer Science at Victoria University of Wellington come on the podcast to talk about Artificial Intelligence (AI). They cover how it works, the different types of AI, ethics around data protection and the shortfall in the current laws to protect people when it ultimately takes over. 

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]]> Guest: Dr. Andrew Lensen and Amer hussain Buzzsprout-13805394 Thu, 19 Oct 2023 04:00:00 +0100 4989 Artificial Intelligence, AI, Ethics, Law, Data Security, Machine Learning, Creativity, Computer Science 2 26 full false #25. Politics, Rugby and Emotion Regulation: A snapshot of New Zealand (2023) - Prof. Marc Wilson and Terise Broodryk #25. Politics, Rugby and Emotion Regulation: A snapshot of New Zealand (2023) - Prof. Marc Wilson and Terise Broodryk It's election and rugby world cup time in Aotearoa New Zealand and Professor Marc Wilson and his team from Victoria University of Wellington are surveying the nation on aspects ranging from general well-being to politics in order to get a snapshot of the people of the country. Marc along with co-researcher Terise Broodryk join us to discuss the survey, some of the preliminary findings and how the nation has changed since Marc first started these surveys back in 2009.

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]]> It's election and rugby world cup time in Aotearoa New Zealand and Professor Marc Wilson and his team from Victoria University of Wellington are surveying the nation on aspects ranging from general well-being to politics in order to get a snapshot of the people of the country. Marc along with co-researcher Terise Broodryk join us to discuss the survey, some of the preliminary findings and how the nation has changed since Marc first started these surveys back in 2009.

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]]> Guests: Prof. Mac Wilson and Terise Broodryk Buzzsprout-13738238 Sun, 08 Oct 2023 22:00:00 +0100 5125 Psychology, Politics, Conspiracy Theories, Sport, Identity, Aoetearoa, New Zealand, National, Labour, Rugby, Emotion 2 25 full false #24. Perception of Ambiguous Images and False Memories - Dr. Marina Wimmer #24. Perception of Ambiguous Images and False Memories - Dr. Marina Wimmer Dr. Marina Wimmer, Associate Professor at Edinburgh Napier University calls in from Scotland to talk about the perception of ambiguous figures, "seeing" images without any stimulus and the development of false memories. She talks about her research with children on the development of cognitive processes underlying these phenomena

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]]> Dr. Marina Wimmer, Associate Professor at Edinburgh Napier University calls in from Scotland to talk about the perception of ambiguous figures, "seeing" images without any stimulus and the development of false memories. She talks about her research with children on the development of cognitive processes underlying these phenomena

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]]> Guest: Dr Marina Wimmer Buzzsprout-13643310 Sat, 23 Sep 2023 06:00:00 +0100 4203 Psychology, development, images, ambiguous, false memories, perception, cognition, fake news, creativity, vision 2 24 full false #23. Leadership and Mental health: Experiences from the Military - Dan 'Zia' Joseph #23. Leadership and Mental health: Experiences from the Military - Dan 'Zia' Joseph Dan Zia Joseph, author of Backpack to Rucksack: Insight Into Leadership and Resilience From Military Experts, joins from the United States to speak about mental health among military personnel and veterans, the importance of understanding mental health as a leadership quality, steps to improve mental health, his research on jiujitsu as a mechanism for anxiety control and his upcoming books. 

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]]> Dan Zia Joseph, author of Backpack to Rucksack: Insight Into Leadership and Resilience From Military Experts, joins from the United States to speak about mental health among military personnel and veterans, the importance of understanding mental health as a leadership quality, steps to improve mental health, his research on jiujitsu as a mechanism for anxiety control and his upcoming books. 

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]]> Guest: Dan Zia Joseph Buzzsprout-13604325 Sun, 17 Sep 2023 22:00:00 +0100 4345 Military, Leadership, PTSD, Army, USA, mental health, Psychology, Organizational Psychology, Trauma, Troops, cultures 2 23 full false #22. Cultural Embeddedness: Complexity of Māori identity - Dr. Ririwai Fox and Ellie Rukuwai #22. Cultural Embeddedness: Complexity of Māori identity - Dr. Ririwai Fox and Ellie Rukuwai Multiple factors shape the complex relationships people have with their own culture and identity. This particularly affects indigenous communities the world over and has given rise to a wave of leaders working towards uplifting their communities into mainstream discourse. Rirwai Fox, Principal Kaupapa Māori Researcher, Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand and Ellie Rukuwai, PhD student focusing on the role of identity and culture in perfectionism and NSSI within rangatahi Māori (youth) join Sahir to talk about cultural embeddedness, the importance of community research and the unique challenges Māori and other indigenous people face in terms of identity, culture and navigating through the world. 


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]]> Multiple factors shape the complex relationships people have with their own culture and identity. This particularly affects indigenous communities the world over and has given rise to a wave of leaders working towards uplifting their communities into mainstream discourse. Rirwai Fox, Principal Kaupapa Māori Researcher, Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand and Ellie Rukuwai, PhD student focusing on the role of identity and culture in perfectionism and NSSI within rangatahi Māori (youth) join Sahir to talk about cultural embeddedness, the importance of community research and the unique challenges Māori and other indigenous people face in terms of identity, culture and navigating through the world. 


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]]> Guest: Ririwai Fox Buzzsprout-13389116 Fri, 11 Aug 2023 23:00:00 +0100 4659 Psychology, indigenous psychology, Maori, culture, identity, Aotearoa, New Zealand, cross-cultural psychology, perfectionism, family 2 22 full false #21. Diagnosing Wokeness: Researching what being 'woke' is and cancel culture - Prof. Paul Jose #21. Diagnosing Wokeness: Researching what being 'woke' is and cancel culture - Prof. Paul Jose Professor Paul Jose is a developmental, cross-cultural and political psychologist currently working at Victoria University of Wellington. He is the first psychologist to develop a thorough measurement of the concept of wokeness and joins us to define what wokeism is, where people in political discourse go wrong, why it is so polarizing and what are the results of his initial research on participants from USA and Aotearoa New Zealand.

Apologies for the audio quality on this episode.  Our computer shut itself down so we had to use the back up file recorded on the voice recorder on Sahir's phone (blame him for not having a good phone). Incredible salvage job by our producer Alex. 

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]]> Professor Paul Jose is a developmental, cross-cultural and political psychologist currently working at Victoria University of Wellington. He is the first psychologist to develop a thorough measurement of the concept of wokeness and joins us to define what wokeism is, where people in political discourse go wrong, why it is so polarizing and what are the results of his initial research on participants from USA and Aotearoa New Zealand.

Apologies for the audio quality on this episode.  Our computer shut itself down so we had to use the back up file recorded on the voice recorder on Sahir's phone (blame him for not having a good phone). Incredible salvage job by our producer Alex. 

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]]> Guest: Prof. Paul Jose Buzzsprout-13092207 Fri, 23 Jun 2023 03:00:00 +0100 4778 Woke, Wokeism, Wokeness, right wing, Politics, progressive, anti-woke, social psychology, left wing, racism, sexism, poverty 2 21 full false #20. Risks and opportunities of living in the digital age - Dr. Kasia Kostyrka-Allchorne #20. Risks and opportunities of living in the digital age - Dr. Kasia Kostyrka-Allchorne Dr. Kasia Kostyrka-Allchorne is the lead researcher of two National Health Service (NHS) projects in the United Kingdom. One looks at the use of mental health apps for parents with neurodiverse children (OPTIMA) and the other is setup to understand the risks and benefits of mental health digital technology use (DIORA). She calls in to the podcast to discuss her work on these projects and their relevance in an increasingly digital world.


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]]> Dr. Kasia Kostyrka-Allchorne is the lead researcher of two National Health Service (NHS) projects in the United Kingdom. One looks at the use of mental health apps for parents with neurodiverse children (OPTIMA) and the other is setup to understand the risks and benefits of mental health digital technology use (DIORA). She calls in to the podcast to discuss her work on these projects and their relevance in an increasingly digital world.


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]]> Guest: Dr. Kasia Kostyrka-Allchorne Buzzsprout-13003406 Thu, 08 Jun 2023 18:00:00 +0100 3723 Mental health, neurodiverse, children, united kingdom, psychology, internet, apps, neuroscience, NHS, digital, parents, research 2 20 full false #19. Poverty is Painful: Pain perception and socioeconomics - Dr. Marianne Reddan #19. Poverty is Painful: Pain perception and socioeconomics - Dr. Marianne Reddan Dr. Marianne Reddan, of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, New York City, USA. Joins Sahir and Olivia to talk about social factors which influence pain. We try to improve our understanding of what pain is, how emotional pain is different from physical pain and how acute pain works differently from chronic pain. We cover factors such as peoples relationships, economic status, gender and race in perception of pain along with the associated brain pathways involved in pain perception.

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]]> Dr. Marianne Reddan, of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, New York City, USA. Joins Sahir and Olivia to talk about social factors which influence pain. We try to improve our understanding of what pain is, how emotional pain is different from physical pain and how acute pain works differently from chronic pain. We cover factors such as peoples relationships, economic status, gender and race in perception of pain along with the associated brain pathways involved in pain perception.

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]]> Salient Podcasts Buzzsprout-12834465 Fri, 12 May 2023 06:00:00 +0100 5104 neuroscience, social cognitive neuroscience, health equity, emotion representation, development, fMRI, machine learning, affective computing, predictive coding, threat, pain, socioeconomic influence, psychology 2 19 full false #18. Neuropsychology in Context - Dr. Carolyn Wilshire #18. Neuropsychology in Context - Dr. Carolyn Wilshire Dr. Carolyn Wilshire is a neuropsychologist who examines the cognitive processes and neural systems involved in high-level mental functions (such as motivation and planning). Her work aims to critically analyze difficult-to-diagnose health complaints and provide context to health psychology, psychopathology and neuropsychology. As these are all fancy words Dr. Wilshire joined Alex and Sahir to help us understand what neuropsychologists do, common media misconceptions and the problems about how we sometimes talk about and deal with mental health conditions, particularly depression.

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]]> Dr. Carolyn Wilshire is a neuropsychologist who examines the cognitive processes and neural systems involved in high-level mental functions (such as motivation and planning). Her work aims to critically analyze difficult-to-diagnose health complaints and provide context to health psychology, psychopathology and neuropsychology. As these are all fancy words Dr. Wilshire joined Alex and Sahir to help us understand what neuropsychologists do, common media misconceptions and the problems about how we sometimes talk about and deal with mental health conditions, particularly depression.

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]]> Guest: Dr. Carolyn Wilshire Buzzsprout-12732072 Thu, 27 Apr 2023 04:00:00 +0100 3722 Psychology, Neuroscience, Counselling, Public Health, Psychopathology, Neuropsychology, Depression, Mental Health, Treatments, Media, Misconceptions, Fatigue, Brain 2 18 full false #17. Language and Culture in Child Development - Associate Prof. Mele Taumoepeau #17. Language and Culture in Child Development - Associate Prof. Mele Taumoepeau Associate Professor Mele Taumoepeau of Victoria University of Wellington joins Olivia and Sahir to talk about the use of language in child development and differences in growing up between cultures. Assoc Prof. Taumoepeau speaks to why babies so much better at picking up languages and how different cultures influence child development as well as her research about the benefits and problems of being from bi- and multi-cultural backgrounds.

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]]> Associate Professor Mele Taumoepeau of Victoria University of Wellington joins Olivia and Sahir to talk about the use of language in child development and differences in growing up between cultures. Assoc Prof. Taumoepeau speaks to why babies so much better at picking up languages and how different cultures influence child development as well as her research about the benefits and problems of being from bi- and multi-cultural backgrounds.

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]]> Guest: Associate Professor Mele Taumoepeau Buzzsprout-12640449 Thu, 13 Apr 2023 05:00:00 +0100 2760 Psychology, Child development, developmental psychology, language, culture, bilingual, Scotland, Tonga, New Zealand, Western Culture, Individualism, Collectivism, Learning, children, infants 2 17 full false #16. Being Creative - Prof. Vlad Glaveanu #16. Being Creative - Prof. Vlad Glaveanu What do we mean when someone is creative? Professor. Vlad Glaveanu from Dublin City University video called in to talk about his work with creativity, imagination, culture, societal changes and possibility. We cover topics like the factors useful to creativity, types of creative identities, creativity and culture and Prof. Vlad's recent work on possibility and researching memes.

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]]> What do we mean when someone is creative? Professor. Vlad Glaveanu from Dublin City University video called in to talk about his work with creativity, imagination, culture, societal changes and possibility. We cover topics like the factors useful to creativity, types of creative identities, creativity and culture and Prof. Vlad's recent work on possibility and researching memes.

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]]> Guest: Professor Vlad Glaveanu Buzzsprout-12545891 Thu, 30 Mar 2023 09:00:00 +0100 4874 Psychology, identity, Wellbeing, creativity, creative, attitudes, culture, language, memes, Romania, Dublin, Ireland, western society, possibility, society, social psychology, imagination, art, arts, crafts 2 16 full false #15. How to stop a Murderer - Prof. Adrian Raine #15. How to stop a Murderer - Prof. Adrian Raine Dr. Adrian Raine, is one of the leading voices in neurocriminology. He was the first scientist to use neuroimaging to study the brains of murderers and is noted for his research on the neurobiological causes violent behaviour in children and adults. He currently holds the  chair of Richard Perry University Professor of Criminology & Psychiatry in the Department of Criminology of the School of Arts and Sciences and in the Department of Psychiatry of the School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. The Smooth Brain Society was honoured to have Dr. Raine come and and talk about his research and steps he hopes to see in order to reduce violent crimes in the future.

Dr. Adrian Raine's wikipedia page
Books by Dr. Raine:

  • The Psychopathology of Crime (1993).
  • The Anatomy of Violence: The Biological Roots of Crime (2013).
  • Psychopathy: An Introduction to Biological Findings and Their Implications (2014)

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]]> Dr. Adrian Raine, is one of the leading voices in neurocriminology. He was the first scientist to use neuroimaging to study the brains of murderers and is noted for his research on the neurobiological causes violent behaviour in children and adults. He currently holds the  chair of Richard Perry University Professor of Criminology & Psychiatry in the Department of Criminology of the School of Arts and Sciences and in the Department of Psychiatry of the School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. The Smooth Brain Society was honoured to have Dr. Raine come and and talk about his research and steps he hopes to see in order to reduce violent crimes in the future.

Dr. Adrian Raine's wikipedia page
Books by Dr. Raine:

  • The Psychopathology of Crime (1993).
  • The Anatomy of Violence: The Biological Roots of Crime (2013).
  • Psychopathy: An Introduction to Biological Findings and Their Implications (2014)

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]]> Guest: Dr Adrian Raine Buzzsprout-12451764 Thu, 16 Mar 2023 04:00:00 +0000 4711 Psychology, Psychopathology, Psychopaths, Crime, Murder, Murderer, Violence, Offending, Justice, Justice systems, Philosophy, Neuroscience, Brain, Amygdala, Brain damage, Brain imaging, America, Mauritius, Thailand, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Governanc 2 15 full false #14. Why do we perform rituals? - Dr. Johannes Karl #14. Why do we perform rituals? - Dr. Johannes Karl Dr. Johannes Karl, Assistant professor in Psychology at the Dublin City University, Ireland, joins us to talk about what rituals are, why they come about and what benefits they provide. Dr. Karl's research covers topics including  Mindfulness, Contemplative Practice, Rituals and Non-Ordinary Experience, Personality and Values, and rituals across cultures.

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]]> Dr. Johannes Karl, Assistant professor in Psychology at the Dublin City University, Ireland, joins us to talk about what rituals are, why they come about and what benefits they provide. Dr. Karl's research covers topics including  Mindfulness, Contemplative Practice, Rituals and Non-Ordinary Experience, Personality and Values, and rituals across cultures.

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]]> Guest: Dr. Johannes Karl Buzzsprout-12058206 Thu, 16 Feb 2023 03:00:00 +0000 3924 Psychology, Culture, religion, rituals, ritual, belief, beliefs, practice, practices, values, personality, cross-cultural, research methods 2 14 full false #13. Religion - Dr. Aiyana Willard #13. Religion - Dr. Aiyana Willard Dr. Aiyana Willard, Senior lecturer at the Centre for Culture and Evolution at Brunel University London and research associate at the Institute for Cognitive and Evolutionary Anthropology at Oxford. Dr. Willard along with Feryl Badiani, PhD student focusing on Hinduism in India, talk to us about what religions are, why they exist, the reasons for some religions being more successful than others and what explains breaking of religions in different sects.. We also talk about Dr. Willard's work with new age religions and witchcraft. 

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]]> Dr. Aiyana Willard, Senior lecturer at the Centre for Culture and Evolution at Brunel University London and research associate at the Institute for Cognitive and Evolutionary Anthropology at Oxford. Dr. Willard along with Feryl Badiani, PhD student focusing on Hinduism in India, talk to us about what religions are, why they exist, the reasons for some religions being more successful than others and what explains breaking of religions in different sects.. We also talk about Dr. Willard's work with new age religions and witchcraft. 

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]]> Guest: Dr. Aiyana Willard Buzzsprout-12166764 Thu, 02 Feb 2023 03:00:00 +0000 5474 Religion, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Gods, God, Judaism, Buddhism, Sects, Deity, Rituals, Practices, Purpose, Culture, Evolution 2 13 full false #12. Panel Discussion: Queering Psychology #12. Panel Discussion: Queering Psychology For Pride month at Te Herenga Waka-Victoria University of Wellington, post-graduate students at the School of Psychology held an event showcasing their research and sharing their experiences as members of the rainbow community. To continue the discussions started, students Clare Bradley, Lee Bravestone, Tatyana King-Finau and Maggie Shippam along with Dr. Gloria Fraser, Research Fellow at VUW, join us this episode and cover a wide range of topics which include, problems when doing research in the LGBTQIA+ community, perceptions in the Pacific island nations before colonization, neurodivergence,  current issues with representation in academia and some of the terminology surrounding and used in the Queer/rainbow/LGBTQIA+/MVPFAFF community.

Tatyana mentions MVPFAFF+ which is an acronym to describe Pasifika identities; Mahu (Hawai’i and Tahiti), Vaka sa lewa lewa (Fiji), Palopa (Papua New Guinea), Fa’afafine (Samoa), Akava’ine (Rarotonga), Fakaleiti (Tonga), Fakafifine (Niue)

Contacts
Dr. Gloria Fraser: gloria.fraser@vuw.ac.nz
Tatyana King-Finau: tatyana.kingfinau@vuw.ac.nz
Lee Bravestone : braveslee@myvuw.ac.nz
 Clare Bradley : bradleclar@myvuw.ac.nz
 Maggie Shippam : shippamagg@myvuw.ac.nz

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]]> For Pride month at Te Herenga Waka-Victoria University of Wellington, post-graduate students at the School of Psychology held an event showcasing their research and sharing their experiences as members of the rainbow community. To continue the discussions started, students Clare Bradley, Lee Bravestone, Tatyana King-Finau and Maggie Shippam along with Dr. Gloria Fraser, Research Fellow at VUW, join us this episode and cover a wide range of topics which include, problems when doing research in the LGBTQIA+ community, perceptions in the Pacific island nations before colonization, neurodivergence,  current issues with representation in academia and some of the terminology surrounding and used in the Queer/rainbow/LGBTQIA+/MVPFAFF community.

Tatyana mentions MVPFAFF+ which is an acronym to describe Pasifika identities; Mahu (Hawai’i and Tahiti), Vaka sa lewa lewa (Fiji), Palopa (Papua New Guinea), Fa’afafine (Samoa), Akava’ine (Rarotonga), Fakaleiti (Tonga), Fakafifine (Niue)

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Dr. Gloria Fraser: gloria.fraser@vuw.ac.nz
Tatyana King-Finau: tatyana.kingfinau@vuw.ac.nz
Lee Bravestone : braveslee@myvuw.ac.nz
 Clare Bradley : bradleclar@myvuw.ac.nz
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]]> Salient Buzzsprout-11828154 Thu, 08 Dec 2022 03:00:00 +0000 4510 Psychology, Queer, LGBTQIA+, Wellbeing, representation, attitudes, social, rainbow, gay, bisexual, lesbian, research, pride, community, academia, neurodivergence, neuroscience, Mahu, Vaka sa lewa lewa, Palopa, Fa’afafine, Akava’ine, Fakaleiti, Fakafifine 1 12 full false #11. Mental Health Awareness Special with Youthline, Bravely and Jasmin Shoukri #11. Mental Health Awareness Special with Youthline, Bravely and Jasmin Shoukri Aotearoa New Zealand celebrated Mental Health Awareness week 2022 from the 28th of September to the 2nd of October.  To pay tribute to the work done by people who do not fit directly under the traditional psychologist, psychiatrists and therapist roles, we had 3 interviews with guests covering different styles of support work and mental health resources available to communities.

This episode contains discussions on mental health. If you are struggling please reach out for help. Useful contacts for some countries can be found here.  https://www.helpguide.org/find-help.htm

Rob Cartwright joined us to speak about Bravely, a global, mental health app trying to bridge the gap between therapy and 'just using google'. The second interview is with Jasmin Shoukri, a mental health coach in Germany, who spoke about the similarities and differences between support work in New Zealand and Germany before talking about her own coaching. Lastly, we come back to the studio with Abbey Busch, the Education and Youth Development Coordinator of Youthline Wellington to talk about  the roles they play and services they offer with regards to youth mental health support work in Wellington in particular and Aotearoa in general.

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Again, we would like to thank our guests for the work they do and finding time to come on the podcast. For more information:

Bravely: https://www.bravely.io/
Jasmin Shoukri: instagram, linktr.ee
Youthline: Website, instagram



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]]> Aotearoa New Zealand celebrated Mental Health Awareness week 2022 from the 28th of September to the 2nd of October.  To pay tribute to the work done by people who do not fit directly under the traditional psychologist, psychiatrists and therapist roles, we had 3 interviews with guests covering different styles of support work and mental health resources available to communities.

This episode contains discussions on mental health. If you are struggling please reach out for help. Useful contacts for some countries can be found here.  https://www.helpguide.org/find-help.htm

Rob Cartwright joined us to speak about Bravely, a global, mental health app trying to bridge the gap between therapy and 'just using google'. The second interview is with Jasmin Shoukri, a mental health coach in Germany, who spoke about the similarities and differences between support work in New Zealand and Germany before talking about her own coaching. Lastly, we come back to the studio with Abbey Busch, the Education and Youth Development Coordinator of Youthline Wellington to talk about  the roles they play and services they offer with regards to youth mental health support work in Wellington in particular and Aotearoa in general.

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Again, we would like to thank our guests for the work they do and finding time to come on the podcast. For more information:

Bravely: https://www.bravely.io/
Jasmin Shoukri: instagram, linktr.ee
Youthline: Website, instagram



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]]> Guest: Abbey Busch, Rob Cartwright, Jasmin Shoukri Buzzsprout-11447839 Thu, 06 Oct 2022 06:00:00 +0100 6150 Psychology, Mental Health, Youth, Wellbeing, Coaching, Therapy, Support, Bravely, Mental Health Awareness, Helpline, Youthline, Bravely, refugee, trauma, New Zealand, Aotearoa, Germany, Healthcare, Health, Mindset, Education, Development 1 11 full false #10. Drugs 101: Psychedelics - Prof. Bart Ellenbroek #10. Drugs 101: Psychedelics - Prof. Bart Ellenbroek The criminalization of multiple recreational drugs in the 1970s also led to a reduction in the research on them. Research on psychedelics (example, LSD and magic mushrooms) had previously shown to be beneficial in certain mental health treatments. In the past 20 years, clinical and pre-clinical research on psychedelics has picked up again. Professor Bart Ellenbroek, Head of the Behavioural Neurogenetics lab at Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand, joins us to give us an introduction on psychedelics drugs and what the most recent research on them suggests for the future of mental health.

Psychedelics are a subclass of hallucinogenic drugs whose primary effect is to trigger non-ordinary states of consciousness (known as psychedelic experiences or "trips").

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]]> The criminalization of multiple recreational drugs in the 1970s also led to a reduction in the research on them. Research on psychedelics (example, LSD and magic mushrooms) had previously shown to be beneficial in certain mental health treatments. In the past 20 years, clinical and pre-clinical research on psychedelics has picked up again. Professor Bart Ellenbroek, Head of the Behavioural Neurogenetics lab at Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand, joins us to give us an introduction on psychedelics drugs and what the most recent research on them suggests for the future of mental health.

Psychedelics are a subclass of hallucinogenic drugs whose primary effect is to trigger non-ordinary states of consciousness (known as psychedelic experiences or "trips").

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]]> Guest: Prof. Bart Ellenbroek Buzzsprout-11139659 Mon, 15 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0100 3619 Psychedelics, drugs, mushrooms, LDS, high, MDMA, mental health, treatment, PTSD, addiction, abuse, neuroscience, trials, research, animal research, rats 1 10 full false #9. The Ancestors in Us - Dr. Richard Johnson #9. The Ancestors in Us - Dr. Richard Johnson Dr. Richard Johnson, Lead of The Indian in Me project and Senior Lecturer in the School of Education Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, Australia, talks to us about people coming from hyphenated ethnicities. Using his own example as an Anglo-Indian (people with British and Indian backgrounds) he goes through the challenges of identity faced by people from similar cultures, the influence of dominant cultures in erasing complete sections of their family history and how The Indian in Me project aims to bring to light these stories. He is joined by his grandson Finley Johnson, who has considered himself triple hyphenated (Anglo-Indian-Maori) and is a cross-cultural researcher focusing on Maori Well-being and Clinical Psychology student, in Aotearoa New Zealand. Together they go through the similarities across cultures in terms of familial connectivity and how bringing these stories to light is important to identity.

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]]> Dr. Richard Johnson, Lead of The Indian in Me project and Senior Lecturer in the School of Education Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, Australia, talks to us about people coming from hyphenated ethnicities. Using his own example as an Anglo-Indian (people with British and Indian backgrounds) he goes through the challenges of identity faced by people from similar cultures, the influence of dominant cultures in erasing complete sections of their family history and how The Indian in Me project aims to bring to light these stories. He is joined by his grandson Finley Johnson, who has considered himself triple hyphenated (Anglo-Indian-Maori) and is a cross-cultural researcher focusing on Maori Well-being and Clinical Psychology student, in Aotearoa New Zealand. Together they go through the similarities across cultures in terms of familial connectivity and how bringing these stories to light is important to identity.

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]]> Guest: Dr. Richard Johnson Buzzsprout-11059469 Mon, 01 Aug 2022 07:00:00 +0100 3193 Psychology, identity, Culture, Education, Anglo, British, Indian, Maori, Australia, New Zealand, Colonization, Movie, Story, Stories, Ancestor, Ancestors, History 1 9 full true #8. Offender Rehabilitation - Dr. Roxy Heffernan #8. Offender Rehabilitation - Dr. Roxy Heffernan Forensic Psychologist Dr. Roxy Heffernan discusses rehabilitation programs in the prison systems focusing on New Zealand. The two prevailing models of rehabilitation, the risk-need-responsivity models and the Good Lives Model. Her experiences of working with Ara Poutana Aotearoa (Department of Corrections New Zealand) and what steps we need to take to improve our current systems.

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]]> Forensic Psychologist Dr. Roxy Heffernan discusses rehabilitation programs in the prison systems focusing on New Zealand. The two prevailing models of rehabilitation, the risk-need-responsivity models and the Good Lives Model. Her experiences of working with Ara Poutana Aotearoa (Department of Corrections New Zealand) and what steps we need to take to improve our current systems.

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]]> Guest: Dr. Roxy Heffernan Buzzsprout-10977697 Mon, 18 Jul 2022 06:00:00 +0100 3664 Psychology, forensics, rehabilitation, mental health, crime, criminal, brain, corrections, prison, jail, risk, responsivity, good lives model, offending, Aotearoa, New Zealand 1 8 full false #7. A Concussion Discussion - Dr. Josh Faulkner #7. A Concussion Discussion - Dr. Josh Faulkner Clinical Neuropsychologist Dr. Josh Faulkner talks to us about traumatic brain injury (TBI) mainly focusing on mild injuries commonly known as concussions. We discuss what brain injuries look like, how Dr. Faulkner has used Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT therapy) with his patients and some of the latest research in the area and what it means for people dealing with the effects of a concussion.

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]]> Clinical Neuropsychologist Dr. Josh Faulkner talks to us about traumatic brain injury (TBI) mainly focusing on mild injuries commonly known as concussions. We discuss what brain injuries look like, how Dr. Faulkner has used Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT therapy) with his patients and some of the latest research in the area and what it means for people dealing with the effects of a concussion.

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]]> Guest: Dr. Josh Faulkner Buzzsprout-10899932 Mon, 04 Jul 2022 07:00:00 +0100 3606 Concussion, Brain injury, Brain, Trauma, ACT, Therapy, neuroscience, neuropsychology, clinical psychology, rehabilitation, patients, traumatic brain injury, emotions, acceptance 1 7 full false #6. World Refugee Day: Whoever. Wherever. Whenever - Dr. Marieke Jasperse and Kodrean Eashae #6. World Refugee Day: Whoever. Wherever. Whenever - Dr. Marieke Jasperse and Kodrean Eashae As the 20th of June is World Refugee Day, we had Dr. Marieke Jasperse,  Senior Advisor Trafficking in Persons, Immigration New Zealand and Kodrean Eashae,  Host of Voice of Aroha, Wellington Access Radio come on. Our guests gave us an insight into the lived experiences of refugees in Aotearoa New Zealand and around the world, the misconceptions which are prevalent in discussions around migrant resettlement and things which the New Zealand government is doing right and where all there is need for a lot of improvement.

To learn more about World Refugee Day:
https://www.unhcr.org/world-refugee-day.html

Marieke's Research: The crisis of representation in the refugee resettlement sector in New Zealand

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Kodrean Eashae: kodrean.eashae@vuw.ac.nz


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]]> As the 20th of June is World Refugee Day, we had Dr. Marieke Jasperse,  Senior Advisor Trafficking in Persons, Immigration New Zealand and Kodrean Eashae,  Host of Voice of Aroha, Wellington Access Radio come on. Our guests gave us an insight into the lived experiences of refugees in Aotearoa New Zealand and around the world, the misconceptions which are prevalent in discussions around migrant resettlement and things which the New Zealand government is doing right and where all there is need for a lot of improvement.

To learn more about World Refugee Day:
https://www.unhcr.org/world-refugee-day.html

Marieke's Research: The crisis of representation in the refugee resettlement sector in New Zealand

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Kodrean Eashae: kodrean.eashae@vuw.ac.nz


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]]> Guests: Dr. Marieke Jasperse, Kodrean Eashae Buzzsprout-10819118 Mon, 20 Jun 2022 02:00:00 +0100 3935 Refugee, Refugees, World Refugee Day, Aotearoa, Trauma, PTSD, Psychology, Migrant, Resettlement 1 6 full false #5. From the ground up: Māori and Community Based Research - Dr. Tia Neha #5. From the ground up: Māori and Community Based Research - Dr. Tia Neha Dr. Tia Neha, Senior Lecturer in Māori and Indigenous Psychology at Victoria University of Wellington, speaks about community driven research with the example of her own doctoral studies within Māori communities, the importance of language, culture and relationships, the difference in techniques between indigenous research and western research and their place in science as a whole. 

Dr. Tia Neha's description of the Waiata (song) at the start and end of the episode
"Mā Wai Rā – Kō Henare Te Owai te Kaitito. Nō Te Aitanga a Mate, Te Whānau o Hiruharama me te Whānau o Te Aowera.

This waiata tangi (song of lament) was composed by my great grand uncle. He was my paternal great grandmother’s – Piriote (nee) Te Owai  (brother) and his name was Henare Te Owai. This side of my whānau come from the Ngāti Porou tribe, the East Coast of the North Island of New Zealand. He was well sought after and commissioned by Sir Apirana Ngata (a New Zealand Māori statesman who also features on the NZ $50 note) to revitalise and retain cultural performance aspects of Māori culture in Northland.

During that time my Koro lost his close friend Reverend Pine Tamehore and at the time it would take him a long time to get back to the East Coast for his tangi (Māori funeral). During his grief he composed this waiata tangi in his friend’s honour as he knew he would miss his tangi.

This waiata depicts the emotions of loss and leadership in the homelands to who will be the future leaders for Ngāti Porou from the East Coast of the North Island and in particular for the whānau from Te Aitanga a Mate, Te Whānau o Hiruharama me te Whānau o Te Aowera.

The waiata has seven verses and the waiata has become popularised in many events that take place in many Māori settings. The main verse is generally sung at these events. See below.

 

Mā wai rā.                                                     Who will tend   

Te marae i waho nei?                                  To the marae here?

Mā te tika, mā te pono,                              Truth, honesty

Me te aroha e.                                              And love will."

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]]> Dr. Tia Neha, Senior Lecturer in Māori and Indigenous Psychology at Victoria University of Wellington, speaks about community driven research with the example of her own doctoral studies within Māori communities, the importance of language, culture and relationships, the difference in techniques between indigenous research and western research and their place in science as a whole. 

Dr. Tia Neha's description of the Waiata (song) at the start and end of the episode
"Mā Wai Rā – Kō Henare Te Owai te Kaitito. Nō Te Aitanga a Mate, Te Whānau o Hiruharama me te Whānau o Te Aowera.

This waiata tangi (song of lament) was composed by my great grand uncle. He was my paternal great grandmother’s – Piriote (nee) Te Owai  (brother) and his name was Henare Te Owai. This side of my whānau come from the Ngāti Porou tribe, the East Coast of the North Island of New Zealand. He was well sought after and commissioned by Sir Apirana Ngata (a New Zealand Māori statesman who also features on the NZ $50 note) to revitalise and retain cultural performance aspects of Māori culture in Northland.

During that time my Koro lost his close friend Reverend Pine Tamehore and at the time it would take him a long time to get back to the East Coast for his tangi (Māori funeral). During his grief he composed this waiata tangi in his friend’s honour as he knew he would miss his tangi.

This waiata depicts the emotions of loss and leadership in the homelands to who will be the future leaders for Ngāti Porou from the East Coast of the North Island and in particular for the whānau from Te Aitanga a Mate, Te Whānau o Hiruharama me te Whānau o Te Aowera.

The waiata has seven verses and the waiata has become popularised in many events that take place in many Māori settings. The main verse is generally sung at these events. See below.

 

Mā wai rā.                                                     Who will tend   

Te marae i waho nei?                                  To the marae here?

Mā te tika, mā te pono,                              Truth, honesty

Me te aroha e.                                              And love will."

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]]> Guest: Dr. Tia Neha Buzzsprout-10743437 Mon, 06 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0100 4135 Māori, Indigenous Psychology, research, psychology, language, Aotearoa, New Zealand 1 5 full false #4. Born with it: Genetics and Genetic Counselling - Dr. Qurratulain Hasan #4. Born with it: Genetics and Genetic Counselling - Dr. Qurratulain Hasan For our first international interview, we called in to Hyderabad, India and spoke to Dr. Qurratulain Hasan, Founder and President of the Board of Genetic Counselling, India. Dr. Hasan gave us an introduction into the field of genetic counselling, the relevance of genetics in public health setups across the world and the growing importance of it in medical setups. We also cover her international work looking at DNA data sovereignty.

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]]> For our first international interview, we called in to Hyderabad, India and spoke to Dr. Qurratulain Hasan, Founder and President of the Board of Genetic Counselling, India. Dr. Hasan gave us an introduction into the field of genetic counselling, the relevance of genetics in public health setups across the world and the growing importance of it in medical setups. We also cover her international work looking at DNA data sovereignty.

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]]> https://linktr.ee/thesmoothbrainsociety Guest: Dr. Qurratulain Hasan Buzzsprout-10664233 Mon, 23 May 2022 06:00:00 +0100 4782 Genes, Genetics, Neuroscience, DNA, Counselling, Public Health, family, counselling 1 4 full false #3. Relationships, red flags and love - Dr. Matt Hammond #3. Relationships, red flags and love - Dr. Matt Hammond Relationships researcher, Dr. Matt Hammond joined us to answer questions asked by our instagram followers about relationships.

CW: The episode covers content on topics such as aggression/gaslighting/violence. If you are looking for assistance, here are links to some of the places mentioned in the podcast.

https://www.wannatalkaboutit.com [this works internationally, it redirects you to specific helplines based on your location]

https://www.2shine.org.nz/get-help/helpline/ or call 0508-744-633 [NZ based helpline to talk about experiences of aggression/violence either from themselves or other people]

https://1737.org.nz/ or Free-text 1737 [NZ based general support line]

In NZ, call 111 for an emergency or crisis situation

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]]> Relationships researcher, Dr. Matt Hammond joined us to answer questions asked by our instagram followers about relationships.

CW: The episode covers content on topics such as aggression/gaslighting/violence. If you are looking for assistance, here are links to some of the places mentioned in the podcast.

https://www.wannatalkaboutit.com [this works internationally, it redirects you to specific helplines based on your location]

https://www.2shine.org.nz/get-help/helpline/ or call 0508-744-633 [NZ based helpline to talk about experiences of aggression/violence either from themselves or other people]

https://1737.org.nz/ or Free-text 1737 [NZ based general support line]

In NZ, call 111 for an emergency or crisis situation

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]]> https://linktr.ee/thesmoothbrainsociety Guest: Dr. Matt Hammond Buzzsprout-10608684 Fri, 13 May 2022 02:00:00 +0100 4194 Psychology, Love, Relationships, Ghosting, Attachment, Secure, Break-ups, dating, affection, marriage 1 3 full false #2. The Anatomy of a Psychopath - Associate Prof. Hedwig Eisenbarth #2. The Anatomy of a Psychopath - Associate Prof. Hedwig Eisenbarth Associate Professor Hedwig Eisenbarth talks to us about research on people with high psychopathic traits. What characteristics define a psychopath? are they built different? and what motivates them?  

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]]> Associate Professor Hedwig Eisenbarth talks to us about research on people with high psychopathic traits. What characteristics define a psychopath? are they built different? and what motivates them?  

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]]> https://linktr.ee/thesmoothbrainsociety Guest: Associate Professor Hedwig Eisenbarth Buzzsprout-10513445 Fri, 29 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100 3734 Psychology, Psychopathy, mental health, Psychopaths, Criminal, Brain, Neuroscience, Brain activity 1 2 full false #1. Intro to social psychology: Political Psychology, Identity and Wellbeing - Prof. Marc Wilson #1. Intro to social psychology: Political Psychology, Identity and Wellbeing - Prof. Marc Wilson Discussion with Social and Political Psychologist, Associate Dean of Science at Victoria University of Wellington, Professor Marc Wilson. Prof, Wilson gives us an introduction to the world of social psychology through his own research covering attachment theory, political and social identity, conspiracy beliefs and youth wellbeing. We also talk about his work with reality television and science in the media.

This episode contains discussions on mental health and non suicidal self injury. If you are struggling please reach out for help. Useful contacts for some countries can be found here.  https://www.helpguide.org/find-help.htm

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]]> Discussion with Social and Political Psychologist, Associate Dean of Science at Victoria University of Wellington, Professor Marc Wilson. Prof, Wilson gives us an introduction to the world of social psychology through his own research covering attachment theory, political and social identity, conspiracy beliefs and youth wellbeing. We also talk about his work with reality television and science in the media.

This episode contains discussions on mental health and non suicidal self injury. If you are struggling please reach out for help. Useful contacts for some countries can be found here.  https://www.helpguide.org/find-help.htm

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]]> https://linktr.ee/thesmoothbrainsociety Guest: Professor Marc Wilson Buzzsprout-10436659 Mon, 18 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100 5992 Psychology, Politics, Conspiracy Theories, Science in Media, Experiments, Attachment, reality tv, conspiracies, social psychology, ethics, wellbeing, youth, self-harm, self injury, NSSI, identity 1 1 full false