Psyched! with Dr. Seth

Host of the popular YouTube channel, Dr. Seth: Psychologist, Dr. Seth also brings you this special podcast episode in which he opens with talking about how so many of us do something incredibly simple – breathing! – the wrong way. He shares an insight nugget he learned on the topic from actress Demi Moore’s bestselling memoir, Inside Out. Dr. Seth then shifts the focus to what is arguably one of the world’s most frustrating types of behaviors: passive-aggressive behavior. He describes 4 types common ways people may try this behavior on you: sarcastic remarks, intentional forgetfulness, and even withholding compliments. Finally, the episode ends with a teaser about next week’s episode, which is a full interview with an expert on motivation and how people can better figure out what they want and then actually go about getting it.

Host of the popular YouTube channel, Dr. Seth: Psychologist, Dr. Seth also brings you this special podcast episode in which he speaks with University of Chicago political science professor and author Eric Oliver about the psychological underpinnings of conspiracy theories. They discuss their growing appeal and explore multiple theories about why people believe them. They discuss specific widespread theories about Barack Obama, cancer and the pharmaceutical industry, 9/11 and others. Oliver highlights how people often frame events through a dualistic lens of good versus evil, and he explains the difference between rationalist and intuitionist thinking. Ultimately, the discussion considers balancing intuition and rationality to make sense of societal issues, pointing to a gap in how public institutions address the emotional needs of the population.

Host of the popular YouTube channel, Dr. Seth: Psychologist, Dr. Seth also brings you this special podcast episode in which he dishes on the psychology of the contents of one’s online shopping cart, the shocking appeal of a Monster Truck Jam, and what a year’s worth of receipts for the events we paid to go to reveal about us. Dr. Seth breaks down the two kinds of humor that are associated with being good for your health and, in the segment, That’s Just Ridiculous!, highlights some of the most preposterous and nonsensical things people say to each other in everyday life. All that, plus a funny story about a trip to the gym and the psychological principle that explains it. Pop into Dr. Seth’s insight clubhouse and learn more about what makes us all tick!

Host of the popular YouTube channel, Dr. Seth: Psychologist, Dr. Seth also brings you this special podcast episode in which he discusses various hot topics in human behavior: a Broadway star's tirade and how we can relate to it; the viral video of what appears to be the French President's wife (whoa!) physically assaulting him; the Everything Bagel: Sleep Edition segment on all things sleep, including all the detours one should expect from such a throwing-spaghetti-at-the-wall segment; and a brief listener check-in on cooking (who taught you how to cook -- and some answers may surprise you). A fun human behavior potpourri of an episode.

Host of the popular YouTube channel, Dr. Seth: Psychologist, Dr. Seth also brings you this special podcast episode in which he sits down with Emmy-winning and four-time James Beard Award-winning TV personality, chef and food advocate Andrew Zimmern. Together, they discuss the psychology behind food preferences and flavors, the fine line between craft and art in cooking, and why chefs are becoming powerful voices for social change. Dr. Seth asks whether the reputation of chefs as mercurial personalities is fair and what sense Zimmern makes of the label “artisanal” being slapped these days on seemingly every product at the supermarket. Zimmern discusses the science of supertasters, how our approach to food reflects our openness to the world, and why the language we use around food truly matters. Whether you're a curious eater or a culinary connoisseur, this episode will leave you inspired to think—and taste—differently.

Host of the popular YouTube channel, Dr. Seth: Psychologist, Dr. Seth also brings you this special podcast episode in which he uses the old soap opera "Dallas" as a platform to talk about why people are drawn to the guilty TV pleasures they're drawn to, whether it's a soap opera or a sports event like boxing, where some seem to enjoy “watching people kick each other’s asses." In addition, Dr. Seth spotlights a wild news story involving superstar Cher trying to rescue elephants from a zoo transfer. Naturally, he takes his cue to perform an impromptu Cher impression—yes, singing “Just Like Jesse James.” Dr. Seth finishes the episode with a Listener Check-In: Are You an Introvert or an Extravert? and he breaks down the difference (spoiler: it’s not just “shy” vs. “gregarious”). Before signing off, Dr. Seth prepares listeners for next week's guest: TV chef Andrew Zimmern on the foods and flavors that people are most drawn to, as Dr. Seth looks at what it all means about us psychologically.

Host of the popular YouTube channel, Dr. Seth: Psychologist, Dr. Seth also brings you this special podcast episode in which he analyzes parts of the lives, crimes and horrific murders that married couple Fred and Rose West were charged with in England. Dr. Seth discusses this couple, who has been described in numerous books and documentaries, through the psychological lens of an FBI report on serial murder about the motivations of serial killers. Dr. Seth ultimately discusses what we can learn today from such horrific crimes in the past.

Host of podcast Get Psyched! with Dr. Seth, psychologist Dr. Seth Meyers leads listeners through highlights of some of the interviews that make up the first 22 episodes of the podcast. True to the podcast's mission, Dr. Seth's interviews allow listeners to look through psychological windows into the experiences of others to gain insight and understand themselves and others better. Sometimes funny, sometimes reflective -- this episode provides a great overview of one of the most dynamic new podcasts to enter the podcast market in the past year. Featuring world-famous experts (a professor on joy, a plastic surgeon on beauty, and People Magazine's resident astrologer), mental health experts, and fascinating folks across many fields (a horse trainer, a US Navy service member, and a leadership coach on what makes a good and bad leader), this fun, fast-paced episode has it all. With bonus wild stories about celebrity encounters (meeting a president and more), this episode will not disappoint. Take a sneak peak into this curiosity clubhouse and enjoy, and we'll be back in a couple of weeks with all new episodes!

Host of the popular YouTube channel, Dr. Seth: Psychologist, Dr. Seth also brings you this special podcast episode in which he interviews Shaolin kung fu black belt expert Aaron Ash on the mental health and psychological benefits of practicing kung fu. Aaron dishes on why is your average dojo so intimidating, the purpose of kung fu, and how some may think of dojos as bastions of toxic masculinity but many dojos are welcoming to women.

TRIGGER WARNING: Child abuse discussed. Host of the popular YouTube channel, Dr. Seth: Psychologist, Dr. Seth also brings you this special podcast episode in which he interviews social worker Alexis Tate who has retired after 27 years of service helping families and children after child abuse, including sexual abuse. Having worked for decades with one of the busiest Children's Advocacy Centers in the United States, Alexis explains the counter-intuitive way social workers approach this work and how, to this day, she sees children as hopeful and loving -- with futures that can be truly bright. An inspiring episode that will make listeners appreciate the resilience of children who get treatment and grateful for the helping professions that support affected children. For information: www.nationalchildrensalliance.org