Speaking of Psychology

Interviews on recent psychological research and its practical applications AI summary

American Psychological Association Visit website › Science · EN · 454 episodes · latest 2026-11-11

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"Speaking of Psychology" is an audio podcast series highlighting some of the latest, most important and relevant psychological research being conducted today. Produced by the American Psychological Association, these podcasts will help listeners apply the science of psychology to their everyday lives.

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Why nostalgia is good for you, with Tim Wildschut, PhD

2026-11-11 · 34 min · Episode 401

Nostalgia is a bittersweet emotion, but psychologists’ research suggests that most of the time, it’s good for us – it can strengthen our relationships and give our lives meaning and continuity. Tim Wildschut, PhD, of…
How people respond to extreme weather risks, with Brett Gelino, PhD, and Gabrielle Wong-Parodi, PhD

2026-11-04 · 30 min · Episode 400

Wildfires, hurricanes, heat waves and floods are growing more frequent and more costly, and communities are racing to adapt. But new infrastructure only helps if people use it, and warnings only work if people act on…
Helping humans and wildlife coexist, with Suzanne MacDonald, PhD

2026-10-28 · 39 min · Episode 399

Many of us share our cities and neighborhoods with animals that lived there before we moved in, such as raccoons, turtles and crows. Suzanne MacDonald, PhD, of York University, discusses why some species thrive in urban…
Why we complain and how to do it better, with Robin Kowalski, PhD

2026-10-21 · 27 min · Episode 398

Whether it’s grumbling about a boss, the weather, or a spouse’s most annoying habit, we all complain. Robin Kowalski, PhD, of Clemson University, discusses why we complain; the difference between venting and complaining…
Beyond screen time: What makes educational technology effective, with Nicole Barnes, PhD

2026-10-14 · 34 min · Episode 397

Digital tools now help teach students everything from spelling to math to science -- but flashy features don’t always translate to learning. Nicole Barnes, PhD, executive lead psychologist for education at the American…
Are you a workaholic or just a hard worker? With Malissa Clark, PhD

2026-10-07 · 29 min

Many of us have trouble switching off from work, whether it's staying late at the office, checking messages on vacation, or lying awake running through tomorrow's to-do list. Malissa Clark, PhD, of the University of…
Can envy be good for you? With Jens Lange, PhD, and Sara Protasi, PhD

2026-09-30 · 42 min · Episode 395

We've all felt a pang of envy watching a friend's success or a colleague's promotion. But does this much-maligned emotion deserve its negative reputation? Psychologist Jens Lange, PhD, and philosopher Sara Protasi, PhD,…
Are you burned out or ‘bored out’? With Lotta Harju, PhD, and Sharon K. Parker, PhD

2026-09-23 · 43 min · Episode 394

Burnout gets all the attention, but some employees struggle with a different problem: chronic boredom on the job, sometimes called "boreout." Lotta Harju, PhD, of EM Lyon Business School, and Sharon K. Parker, PhD, of…
The Science of Suicide Prevention, with Matthew Nock, PhD

2026-09-16 · 39 min · Episode 393

The U.S. suicide rate today is almost identical to what it was a century ago, even as death rates from many other causes have dropped. Matthew Nock, PhD, of Harvard University, discusses why it’s so hard to predict who…
Why does music move us? With Robert Zatorre, PhD

2026-09-09 · 50 min

Why does music give many of us goosebumps, bring back vivid memories and make us want to dance -- but leaves some people cold? Robert Zatorre, author of “From Perception to Pleasure: The Neuroscience of Music and Why We…

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Owner: Kim Mills
Oldest episode in feed: 09/2013 · over 13 years
Typical length: 33 min
Format: Episodic Newest first, episodes stand alone

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