Who was Mrs Melanie Klein? What were her unique contributions to psychoanalytic work with children? How helpful are her ideas about the different psychological positions? To answer these questions Peter and Stewart talk to Dr Kate Pugh, who is a Training Analyst with the British Psychoanalytic Society 

The Psychology of Politics: Ever wondered how Abraham Maslow’s "Hierarchy of Needs" could be applied to politics? In this episode writer and commentator Terry Ilott uses Maslow’s framework to show how neoliberalism has failed to meet the needs of the majority. He also offers some practical suggestions about what we can do to repair the damage.

Ever wondered whether your low mood meets the diagnostic criteria for clinical depression? Or whether your neatness and tidiness means that you have OCD? If so, then this episode is for you. Peter and Stewart are joined by Consultant Psychiatrist Dr Robert Cohen who, in his straightforward way, provides crystal clear answers. 

Retired psychoanalyst Anthony Cantle tells Stewart and Peter all about Gustav Mahler’s complicated relationship with his wife, Alma.

Peter and Stewart interview retired psychoanalyst Anthony Cantle about the life and work of Gustav Mahler.

As part of our series on Crime and Punishment, Stewart and Peter interview retired Detective Chief Inspector Roy Ledingham about the genesis of the Multi Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA).

Stewart and Peter interview Emily Handyside, who coaches the Welsh National Netball team.

Retired Police Inspector Clive reflects on his time with the Major Incident Unit. He also tells Stewart and Peter how the police classify murders and how he and his team went about solving them.