In this episode, Rob and Dave share their personal holiday experiences, discussing common family dynamics and challenges during the festive season. They dive into various personality types that often surface at holiday gatherings, such as the 'drunk uncle,' the passive-aggressive parent, and the family member who insists on confronting issues head-on. The conversation alsocovers strategies for dealing with these situations, as well as the responsibilities and frustrations around holiday gift-giving. Join them for insights, humor, and practical advice on navigating family interactions and ensuring a joyful holiday.

Psychologists David and Rob delve into a recent controversial documentary about Lily Phillips, a successful OnlyFans star. The discussion covers the psychological aspects of her extreme behaviors, the reactions of society, and the differing perceptions based on gender. They also explore the social and moral implications of such events and the role of social media in

In this episode, Rob and Dave discuss the various psychological and situational stressors that arise during the holiday season. They explore the pressures of family expectations, financial strain, nostalgia, and the challenges of managing relationships. The conversation also includes

Psychologists Rob and Dave explain best practices/strategies that can be used to survive your family over the holiday.

In this episode, Psychologists David and Rob use the presidential election to delve into the psychological concept of the False Consensus Effect. They discuss how it impacts political perspectives in the United States, and explore cultural influences, social media's role in polarization, and the effects of individualistic versus collectivist societies.

Some of us are competitive. Like, we flip the Monopoly board because we just had to pay taxes on boardwalk and just went to jail, again, kind of competitive. Some of us are not competitive at all. Some people really don't care if they win or lose. Today, Rob and Dave dive into the concept of competition and if being competitive is good or bad, why we love to compete, why we don't love to compete, and other things sprinkled with that good ole childhood trauma and insecurities.

Join Rob and David on Shrink Space as they dive into the Dunning-Kruger Effect, exploring how overconfidence and lack of knowledge play out in politics and everyday life. The conversation unfolds around election season in the U.S., highlighting the importance of humility and questioning in understanding public policies.Don't miss this insightful and engaging discussion!

What makes a good cult leader? Why would anyone join a cult?

You know that feeling - when you are 'so right' about something? In this episode Rob and David discuss benefits and pitfalls of feeling like you have the moral and intellectual high ground.