Talk Psych to Me

Nov 29 2022 60 ep. 43 mins 50
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Let's get psychology out of the lab and into the streets. Join hosts Tania Luna (psychology researcher) and Brian Luna (total layperson) as they turn fascinating research into practical tips for getting better at being human.

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Taste & Flavor Psychology: Food for thought

Nov 29 2022 52 mins  
The next episode in our exploration of the human senses: this time we dig into the psychology of taste. We discuss neurogastronomy, how emotions and sensations impact flavor, comfort foods, super tasters, picky eaters, food aversions, and Brian's stance on the best sodas. Let's chew on this topic together: Instagram: @talkpsychtomepodcast Twitter: @talkpsych2me Email: tp2mpodcast@g

[RERUN] Melancholy: The uplifting psychology of sadness

Nov 15 2022 35 mins  
Lots of sad things are happening in our lives right now and in the lives of many people we love. So this week, we're replaying our 2020 episode on the psychology of melancholy. For mental health support please call SAMHSA's National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) Talk psych to us: Instagram: @talkpsychtomepodcast Twitter: @talkpsych2me Email: [email protected] Co-hosted by Bri

Touch Psychology: Our most hands-on research

Nov 01 2022 49 mins  
Over the next few episodes, we'll be talking about the psychology of our senses. On this episode, we touch on the surprising psychology of touch: how it impacts our communication, associations, relationships, influence, and wellbeing. Keep in touch! Instagram: @talkpsychtomepodcast Twitter: @talkpsych2me Email: [email protected] Co-hosted by Brian Luna and Tania Luna Theme musi

Smell & Odor Psychology: The nose knows

Oct 18 2022 56 mins  
Over the next few episodes, we'll be talking about the psychology of our senses. This week, we're stopping to admire and explore the little-known psychology of smell, including: smell evolution, odor evaluation, smell and memory, social odors, olfactory dysfunction, and the world's worst scent. Let us nose what you think! Instagram: @talkpsychtomepodcast Twitter: @talkpsych2me Emai

[RERUN] Aging: Water other people's tulips

Oct 04 2022 39 mins  
Tania's birthday is this week, so we're rerunning our episode on the psychology of age and aging. Does being slightly older or slightly younger than your classmates in school impact you later in life? (Spoiler alert: yes!) What are some of the benefits of aging? And what advice do older adults have that we should all pay attention to today? Talk psych to us: Instagram: @talkpsychto

Cold & Flu Psychology: Nothing to sneeze at

Sep 20 2022 50 mins  
In honor of Brian’s sniffles, we’re exploring the psychology of “sickness behavior.” What are the psychological symptoms of colds and flus? What makes some of us more susceptible to sickness than others? And is it possible that our germs are controlling our actions? Cough up your questions: Instagram: @talkpsychtomepodcast Twitter: @talkpsych2me Email: [email protected]

The Milgram Studies: Obedience, conformity, or ideology?

Sep 06 2022 43 mins  
Were the infamous Milgram Experiments evidence of obedience, conformity, ideology, or something more sinister about human nature? Join us for a deep dive of the shocking ;) research and its many little-known replications. We’ll explore why good people sometimes do bad things, and Tania will recreate the Milgram experiment to see if Brian will follow orders to inflict pain. Talk p

Parapsychology: Our most haunting research yet

Aug 23 2022 56 mins  
Set your skepticism aside and come explore the psychology of the paranormal! From ghost sightings to clairvoyance, we examine the research behind our most mysterious human experiences. Come haunt us: Instagram: @talkpsychtomepodcast Twitter: @talkpsych2me Email: [email protected] Co-hosted by Brian Luna and Tania Luna Theme music by Barrie Gledden, Kes Loy, and Richard Kimmings

The positive side of negative emotions: Juicing the machine

Aug 09 2022 57 mins  
What's good about feeling bad? In this episode, we explore the psychology of emotional complexity, how to benefit from unpleasant emotions, and the upside of being down. Share your feelings with us: Instagram: @talkpsychtomepodcast Twitter: @talkpsych2me Email: [email protected] Co-hosted by Brian Luna and Tania Luna Theme music by Barrie Gledden, Kes Loy, and Richard Kimmings

Changing public opinion: part 2 of 2

Jul 26 2022 55 mins  
Calling all activists and change-makers! In our last episode, we tackled the topic of direct influence. This time, we explore the research on framing, protests, mass media, influencers, and public policy. Which of them has the power to change our minds? The complete meta-analysis we reference in this episode is available here: https://www.sentienceinstitute.org/public-opinion Come