The Behavioural Vaccine

Dec 18 2020 1k
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Join Comedian and Organisational Behaviour expert Kate Feeney and Behavioural Psychologist Pádraig Walsh as they try to make sense of Behavioural Science and explore ways that we can use this knowledge to improve our health and happiness.

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S2 Ep23: Reeling in the Pod

Dec 18 2020 24 mins  
This week we reflect on the year that’s been, the origins of the Behavioural Vaccine and the significance of Christmas 2020. Thanks for listening and supporting us throughout 2020. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S2 Ep22: Glug glug: how to manage moderation

Dec 04 2020 33 mins  
Looking at the gap between intention and action when it comes to alcohol, Padraig and Kate explore how to make it through silly season without losing the run of ourselves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S2 Ep21: The Art of Storytelling with Colm O'Regan

Nov 27 2020 46 mins  
Funnyman and all-round nice-guy Colm O'Regan joins us this week to chat about spinning yarns, the art of making maths interesting and story-telling in a virtual world. You can hear more from Colm on his podcast, The Function Room, his book Ann Devine: Handle with Care and on the Irish Mammies Twitter account @irishmammies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic

S2 Ep20: VOTE! Behaviour Nudges that increase voter turnout.

Nov 14 2020 28 mins  
Donald Trump is the second most voted for US presidential candidate of all time. Not because he was particularly good but because the 2020 US Presidential Election had the largest voter turnout of all time. On today's episode, we examine why this was and how behavioural science can tell us about increasing election turn out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch

S2 Ep19: The Recipe for Wellbeing with Nutritionist Laura Kealy

Nov 06 2020 29 mins  
On today’s episode, we’re joined by Registered Nutritionist Laura Kealy, founder of Bridge Nutrition to discuss simple dietary habits that will keep us well this winter. Find out more at: http://bridgenutrition.ie/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S2 Ep18: Trick or Treat

Oct 30 2020 24 mins  
With mandatory fines for breach of Covid guidelines introduced in recent weeks we explore the Behavioural Science behind punishment, when it works and when it might do the opposite to what is expected! With special guest Kelly Moynihan. Follow us on instagram: @thebehaviouralvaccine, and twitter: @behavioural_the Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S2 Ep17: Optimism in Frightful Times

Oct 24 2020 25 mins  
At this spooky time of year, we reflect on the nature of fear and the routes out of it. We discuss Learned Optimism and how to shift towards a sunnier view of ourselves and our circumstances. Follow us on instagram: @thebehaviouralvaccine, and twitter: @behavioural_the Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S2 Ep16: Room to Improve Vs Self Compassion

Oct 16 2020 27 mins  
Not unlike hopeful homeowners, undergoing renovations - we’re living in the ruins of our old lives, and losing patience with the rebuilding process. In this episode we explore why now is the toughest of times, and how we can practise self compassion through it. Follow us on instagram: @thebehaviouralvaccine, and twitter: @behavioural_the Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me

S2 Ep15: Maintain change with Eco- Behavioural Design

Oct 13 2020 27 mins  
In this episode Padraig and Kate are joined by Eco-Behavioural Design expert Mark James, who explains how making habits embarrassingly simple is the key to keeping going, during these tough winter months. Follow us on instagram: @thebehaviouralvaccine, and twitter: @behavioural_the Want to know more about Mark James? You can follow him on Twitter: @MarkMJames Or on Instagram at: @e

S2 Ep14: Go out, or stay in?

Oct 02 2020 24 mins  
Today we examine Scandinavian approaches to winter including the Danish philosphy of hygge, and friluftsliv. Are you a cosy cat or an energetic pup? Follow us on instagram: @thebehaviouralvaccine, and twitter: @behavioural_the Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices