TYP's Chief Investigative Reporter (I just gave her that title - I better get her a badge), Kelly Smith, is back investigating like a mo-fo and as always, doing a deep diving into how humans (those weird creatures) work. Among other things, we speak about why aiming to be a '4' (out of 10) can be a good idea, the potential benefits of consciously choosing pressure, how to get the wheels turning when we feel overwhelmed (where to start) and lots more. Enjoy.

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This is my favourite episode with Dr. Sam Casey, and we've done quite a few. This time around we explore psychological flexibility, healing vs. recovery, the relationship between shame, self-loathing and guilt, why some psychological assessment tools and protocols can be problematic (aka kind-of-bulls**t), healing vs. recovery, self-awareness and self-regulation, and we even speak about the potential comparative therapeutic benefits of medicinal vs. behavioural protocols (for eg. a drug for anxiety vs. time in nature or spooning a puppy). This was fun. Woof. Enjoy.

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Sometimes it's hard to find clarity about exactly what we want. Especially when there are so many things that we haven't done, tried, seen, been educated in, or even know about. We might realise that the thing we're currently in the middle of (career, situation, circumstance, relationship, operating system, exercise routine, lifestyle, etc.) isn't exactly blowing our metaphoric socks off, but at the same time, we don't really know what will. With that in mind, sometimes it's a good idea to do some 'anti-goalsetting'; a process whereby we identify the things we're sure don't want in, or for, our lives.

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In 2025, “science tells us” isn’t just a statement - it’s a sales pitch, a power play, and a psychological Jedi mind trick all rolled into one. People don’t say it to invite a conversation - they say it to end one. Not to explore complexity, but to shut it down. Not to illuminate truth, but to wear a lab coat of credibility while peddling ideology, influence, or overpriced wellness shakes. I love this topic, so I decided to riff on it for you. Enjoy.

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Gillespo and I (and Tiff) have spoken about cults before as part of bigger and broader conversations, but in this episode, David literally breaks the process down into the practical science, psychology, and sociology, and walks us through his fascinating (and terrifying) 'Five-Step Protocol for Hijacking the Human Mind. There's so much super interesting stuff in this one, and all you Gillespo superfans will love it.

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This episode with James Gillespie from Cleanbill is a completely Australia-specific conversation, that will be interesting and relevant for some of my audience, and not-so-much, for others. I was the metaphoric fish out of water in this chat but I definitely learned a few things and I think James and I managed to share some valuable information and insights around Australian health care (specifically, bulk billing), that will be helpful to many. But…. if you're looking to be amused, entertained or inspired today, this probably ain't for you. This instalment clearly falls into the 'information and education' category of the TYP library.

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Imagine writing a book in 2009 and it’s moderately successful, but doesn't break any records. Then somehow, sixteen years later in 2025, in the middle of a live broadcast of an NFL game, one of the best players in the sport (A.J. Brown, wide receiver for the Philadelphia Eagles) is seen by millions of people on national TV reading that very book. Almost overnight, the book surges to No. 1 on Amazon, becomes a national bestseller, and the relatively unknown author is now being chased by media outlets all over the world for an interview. Well, that's exactly what happened to Jim Murphy, author of 'Inner Excellence: Achieve Extraordinary Business Success Through Mental Toughness'. I loved this chat, love Jim’s philosophy, love his message, and love his energy.

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While this episode is partly a conversation for anyone interested in learning about the science, art and profession of public speaking, Bobby and I also share some general insights and ideas for anyone at any level, wanting to build some confidence and skill in front of any kind of personal, professional or social group. Enjoy. 

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Despite the title, I’m not even being inappropriate. For a change. This chat with Tiff was full of curious and tasty tid or titbits. In a brief but jam-packed thirty minutes, we covered vast conversational territory and touched on some important topics and ideas. Enjoy.

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Well, this was probably the 'loosest' instalment of TYP in almost two thousand episodes. I blame Patrick. And Tiff. I was just an unsuspecting pawn in their sordid on-air game. Of course I was. My guess is that a percentage of people will love it, some won't and some will use it as mildly amusing background noise, while doing their workout, cleaning the house or ticking off some other mundane item on the daily to-do list. Seriously, this is maybe the most fun I have had on a podcast.

Enjoy. Or avoid.

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