Psychology Takeaway Podcast

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Psychologytakeaway presents factual podcasts about human development including - development, mental health, cognition, neuroscience and social psychology. Each of the presentations is filled with fa... more

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November 21, 2025 Natural world Healing part 2
Jim and Ralph continue their conversation with wildlife media producer Ryan Pearce. They contrast wildlife viewing in Michigan with that of Ryan’s native Australia.

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Here are the links to a playlist of all the Crocodile Hunter episodes and the Outdoor Boys channel on YouTube :
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMilupvERrnBCeJ_tXMIWuZSAGSxpHk_A&si=Q6RzLCF7BJd3uy2W

https://youtube.com/@outdoorboys?si=20TIc2euguPyw6Ti

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28min
November 14, 2025 Friday Healing Power of the Natural Part One
Ralph is a strong advocate of using the natural world for tension reduction and stress release, but what is difficult or impossible? Jim and Ralph talk with guest Ryan Pearce a wild life photographer about what some neuroscientists see as the next best thing using video. It can’t replace the entire experience but research says there are some positive benefits. LEARN MORE Healing power of natural world: https://youtu.be/FEb0J2--nF0?si=xVQC7sRtLHdNu1ct Cancer survivor’s story about nature: https://youtu.be/xL6V142FmQo?si=MNJKz6Uk5i93sudY You can contact Ryan at: Ryan [email protected] To see our updated author page and acess our books go to: Amazon.com/author/jimcarroll Have a look at Sheila Carroll's Nature Study Notes—short, fascinating studies of the wild world right outside your door. Here is her latest, just in time for Thanksgiving: The Wonderful Wild Turkey
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15min
November 14, 2025 Do sociopaths and psychopaths really exist?
Understanding Personality Disorders — Clearing Up the Myths Around “Sociopaths,” “Psychopaths,” and “Narcissists”
In this week’s episode, Jim and Ralph take on one of the most misunderstood corners of modern psychology: personality disorders. Popular culture and the internet are full of talk about “sociopaths,” “psychopaths,” and “narcissists,” but how much of that is actually grounded in clinical reality? The hosts unpack where these terms come from, what they really mean, and why only narcissistic personality disorder remains a recognized diagnosis in the DSM-5.
Through a thoughtful and down-to-earth discussion, Jim and Ralph explore what defines a personality disorder—persistent patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving that cause significant distress or impairment—and how these differ from temporary traits or pop-psychology labels. Along the way, they correct some of the biggest misconceptions fueled by movies, media, and social media, and they help listeners understand the importance of compassion and nuance when talking about mental health. Whether you’re a student of psychology or just curious about the truth behind the buzzwords, this episode offers a grounded and insightful takeaway.
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October 31, 2025From Samhain to Candy Corn: The Psychology Behind Halloween’s Evolution
From Samhain to Candy Corn: The Psychology Behind Halloween’s Evolution
In this Halloween special, Jim and Ralph uncover how an ancient Celtic festival honoring the dead transformed into today’s playful, candy-filled celebration. From Samhain’s bonfires to trick-or-treating traditions, they explore how fear, faith, and community shaped the holiday — and what our fascination with costumes and scares reveals about human psychology.
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Go to our You Tube channel and Halloween 2025 – it is our treat to you.
Try this
The Witch’s Brew" — A Spooky Halloween Punch
Serves: 6–8 | Prep time: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
2 cups cranberry juice
1 cup orange juice
1 cup pineapple juice
1 cup ginger ale or lemon-lime soda (for fizz)
1/2 cup vodka or dark rum (optional – skip for mocktail)
Juice of 1 lime
1/2 cup blackberries or raspberries (for garnish)
A few slices of orange or lime
Ice cubes (or frozen “eyeballs” — peeled grapes!)
Directions:
In a large punch bowl or pitcher, combine cranberry, orange, and pineapple juices.
Add vodka or rum if using, then stir in the lime juice.
Just before serving, pour in the ginger ale for that bubbly, witchy fizz.
Add fruit and ice — or drop in peeled grapes as creepy “eyeballs.”
Serve in clear glasses or cauldrons with a gummy worm or black sugar rim for extra Halloween flair.
Optional Twist:
Add a few drops of blue curaçao for an eerie purple hue, or use dry ice (handled safely!) for a misty, cauldron effect.

For an extra treat read a sample of Jim’s Oak Island Obsession and then buy the book: https://a.co/d/aBllLDr
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34min
October 24, 2025 Toxic Talk Part Two: The Answer
Jim and Ralph continue the exploration of toxic online content - AND come up with some answers!!!
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25min
October 21, 2025 Invitation to Halloween
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October 17, 2025Toxic Talk: Has YouTube Turned Hostile?
In this first episode of our two-part series, retired psychology professors Jim Carroll and Ralph Baber dive into a troubling trend: the rise of toxic, emotionally charged content on platforms like YouTube. From personal attacks to polarizing rants, the digital space seems louder and more hostile than ever. But why?
We explore the psychology behind call-out culture, emotional contagion, and how algorithms reward outrage—drawing on research and decades of psychological theory to understand how we got here.
In This Episode:
Why “call-out culture” is more about status than resolution
How YouTube’s algorithm may be reinforcing negative content
The role of emotional contagion in hostile comment threads
Psychological consequences for viewers and content creators
How normalization of toxicity shapes online behavior
Takeaway:
Toxicity online isn’t just about bad behavior—it’s a system of reinforcement, psychology, and design. And we’re all participating in it, whether we realize it or not.
👉 Stay tuned for next week’s follow-up episode: “De-Toxing Digital Spaces” — where we explore solutions and strategies for reclaiming healthier online discourse.
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19min
October 10, 2025 The Psychology of Art
Psychology is the study of actions, emotions, and thoughts—the very elements that art engages with and expresses. In this episode, Jim and Ralph dive into the fascinating intersection between psychology and art, exploring how creative expression influences the way we think, feel, and behave.
From Edvard Munch’s The Scream to the curious effects of pink prison cells, discover how art shapes our emotional worlds, impacts behavior, and even alters perception.
Whether you're an art lover, a psych enthusiast, or just curious about how the two connect, this episode will give you fresh insights into the powerful psychological impact of art.
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Ted Talk : Air is Oxygen - https://youtu.be/PdSz7Oav-0k?si=kAV0Ty513RZLJkOo
How art shapes Gen Z - https://youtu.be/Ud4YDV7wPtg?si=3X_y4j5I8P9gmplW
The unexpected math behind Van Gogh's "Starry Night"- https://www.ted.com/talks/natalya_st_clair_the_unexpected_math_behind_van_gogh_s_starry_night?utm_campaign=tedspread&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=tedcomshare
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17min
October 07, 2025 HALLOWEEN IS COMING
Watch for this spooky episode, if you dare!!!
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3min
October 03, 2025 Autism - Part Two
Ralph and Jim continue their discussion of recent developments in Autism with Ms. Bridget Eagleson. Topics include diagnosis, neurodiversity and treatment.

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New genetic discoveries and autism: https://youtu.be/JUc5YchucpU?si=MfH_HL_n8SmlFz0A
Get the monograph Understanding Autism by contacting Jim at: [email protected]
Read a sample and purchase Curious Kids at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FMS2L4L3
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27min

FAQs about Psychology Takeaway Podcast:

How many episodes does Psychology Takeaway Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 137 episodes available.