Who Knew? We Didn't!

By Marta & Meaghan

Science & Medicine Social Sciences

What's Who Knew? We Didn't! about?

Two women chat about psychological studies, and how they explain human behaviour.

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Who Knew? We Didn't! episodes:

01.16.2019
46. The Good Samaritan
Have you ever walked past a person and thought "man, they look like they could use a hand" or, "I wish I had more time to stop and help them"? If yes, then this episode is for you! This week...
01.02.2019
45. WKWD Blooper Reel ;)
It's been just over one year of WKWD, and you know what we've learned? Well, lots about psychology, obviously, but lots about podcasting too. One of the greatest lessons from the past year is that Marta and Meaghan are prone...
12.21.2018
44. Phineas Gage (and other head injuries)
***WARNING: This episode talks about some gory stuff, like head wounds*** When I say Phineas, you say? … Better not be Ferb! We Talk About: Railroad Tamps Phineas Gage How we learned about what areas of the brain do what Socials If you're still reading this description, you...
12.05.2018
43. Gender Dysphoria
The moral of today's story is that it's effing hard to have an open and honest conversation while being politically correct. See for yourselves as Meaghan teaches Marta about gender dysphoria, and the difference between sex and gender (a lesson...
11.21.2018
42. Not Criminally Responsible (NCR)
The Canadian Criminal Code dictates that there are two ways a person can escape immediate prosecution for a crime. Both centre around the mental health of the offender. One option, is to be deemed not criminally responsible, and the other...
11.07.2018
41. Study Study: Bystander Effect
Ever stood idly by while some crazy sh*t was happening? No, neither have we.... We Talk About: The murder of Kitty Genovese (Geneoveeze? Genoveessee?? How do you say it?) The Bystander Effect and Pluralistic Ignorance M&M; reflect on their own experiences with Diffusion of...
10.25.2018
40. Study Study: Stanford Prison Experiment
Today we talk about the Stanford Prison Experiment. If you have been anywhere near psychology in your life, you've probably heard of it. Well, we take you further in to explore the insanity that happened during the experiment! Supporting materials: The Experiment: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0997152/ Zimbardo's...
10.10.2018
39. Study Study: Little Albert
This week, Marta teaches Meaghan all about the Little Albert experiment! We cover topics such as: Classical conditioning Generalization Cesar Milan’s dog training book Plus, learn more about our favourite new hashtag #littlealberta And if you're interested in watching some video footage of this...
09.26.2018
38. Psychology and the Law
Today Marta gets opinionated while talking about the law, a topic which she knows nothing about. With Meaghan she investigates how psychology is involved in the law and they get into some interesting discussions. Unsurprisingly, Marta got too fired up...
09.12.2018
37. Dementia and Alzheimer's Explained
This week, Meaghan and Marta discuss the very real and rather heartbreaking topic of Alzheimer's and Dementia. Though it's a sad and all too relateable topic for both M&M;, they wanted to learn more and better understand this pervasive subject. Topics: -the...
09.12.2018
Dementia and Alzheimer’s Explained
This week, Meaghan and Marta discuss the very real and rather heartbreaking topic of Alzheimers and Dementia. Though it's a sad and all too relateable topic for both M&M;, they wanted to learn more and better understand this pervasive subject. Topics: -the...
08.30.2018
36. Schools and Special Needs: Chat with Fady Breshara
This week we talk about the school system in Canada. We chat about what works, and what needs improvement. This is a pretty free form episode, so if it's not your thing, that is ok! Tune in for our next...
08.15.2018
35. Autism and Behaviour Therapy: Interview with Fady and Rebecca of Endless Abilities
This week we had the exciting opportunity to interview two experts in the field of Autism and Behaviour Therapy. We learned a lot about treatment options for Autism, what life with Autism looks like, and how to help those around...
08.01.2018
34. Memory: How it works and what it is
Marta writes these descriptions. Marta asked Meaghan for help and Meaghan said: "This week's episode is about something we completely forget because we recorded it WAY longer than 18 seconds ago" "This week's episode is about... wait... I forget... oh yeah! Memory!" So...
07.18.2018
33. Music Therapy
Have you ever turned to a song to help you deal with your emotions? Do you have a song that you blast when you are angry? Or one that you sing softly while weeping about a breakup? Yes, to the...
07.11.2018
Update!
Hey guys, we have some news for you this week about a small adjustment that we are making to our podcast. Just for the summer! Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: [email protected] Money Minute Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whoknewwedidnt
07.04.2018
32. Criminal Profiling: Is it Science?
Spoiler alert. It isn't a science. Not really, not yet at least! BUT all hope is not lost. Just take a listen and join us for the discussion about Criminal Profiling. We talk about: Criminal profiling (duh) Scientific rigour History of criminal profiling Malcom Gladwell...
06.27.2018
31. Dreams (and Why We Have Them)
Humans flying, winning the lottery and illicit affairs. What do these three things have in common? They all happen in your dreams! Join us this week as we talk about dreams, the things that happen in your brain while you’re...
06.20.2018
30. Sleep (and Why We Need It)
Have you ever pulled an all nighter while studying for an exam? You might have been raising your risk of cancer, emotional freakouts and flunking without even knowing it! Join us this week to learn of alllll the effects of...
06.20.2018
24. Sleep (and Why We Need It)
Have you ever pulled an all nighter while studying for an exam? You might have been raising your risk of cancer, emotional freakouts and flunking without even knowing it! Join us this week to learn of alllll the effects of...
06.13.2018
29. Case Study: Psychology of the Mass Shooter
In light of the deaths due to gun violence in our recent history, we wanted to take a look at the people behind the gun. What is it that makes someone capable of killing so many innocent people? Topics: Commonalities between most...
06.13.2018
23. Psychology of the Mass Shooter - A Case Study
In light of the deaths due to gun violence in our recent history, we wanted to take a look at the people behind the gun. What is it that makes someone capable of killing so many innocent people? Topics: Commonalities between most...
06.06.2018
28. What is ADHD?
Hey there distractible people, ever wondered if you have ADHD? Same. Today that’s exactly what we talk about! We talk about how it is being over diagnosed, how it can be treated, and what exactly sugar has to do with...
06.06.2018
22. What is ADHD?
Hey there distractible people, ever wondered if you have ADHD? Same. Today that’s exactly what we talk about! We talk about how it is being over diagnosed, how it can be treated, and what exactly sugar has to do with...
05.30.2018
27. Study Study (Duo Duo): Cult Experiments
Missing some information about cults? We have your back! Topics: Asch Conformity Experiments Milgram Experiments Sherif Experiment Optimism Bias Self Serving Bias If you’re still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well. Would you like to write to...
05.30.2018
Study Study (Duo Duo) 6: Cult Experiments
Missing some information about cults? We have your back! Topics: Asch Conformity Experiments Milgram Experiments Sherif Experiment Optimism Bias Self Serving Bias If you’re still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well. Would you like to write to...
05.23.2018
26. Cult Psychology
Have you ever wondered what it takes to start a cult, recruit people into a cult and what it takes to make people kill for a cult? Wonder no more dear listener because that is what we cover in today’s...
05.23.2018
21. Cult Psychology
Have you ever wondered what it takes to start a cult, recruit people into a cult and what it takes to make people kill for a cult? Wonder no more dear listener because that is what we cover in today’s...
05.17.2018
25. Study Study: Minimal Group Paradigm
Today We Cover: The minimal group paradigm! We talk about groups, and what makes a person feel like they have membership to a specific group. We also talk about the implications of existing group studies, and where next group studies can...
05.16.2018
Study Study 5: Minimal Group Paradigm
Today We Cover: The minimal group paradigm! We talk about groups, and what makes a person feel like they have membership to a specific group. We also talk about the implications of existing group studies, and where next group studies can...
05.09.2018
24. Study Study: The Oak Ridge Program
Ahoy there listeners! Welcome back to Who Knew? We Didn’t, the Study Study edition! With Marta away, it’s just Meaghan this week, and she wants to tell you more about The Oak Ridge Program. Get ready to learn more about what...
05.09.2018
Study Study 4: The Oak Ridge Program
Ahoy there listeners! Welcome back to Who Knew? We Didn’t, the Study Study edition! With Marta away, it’s just Meaghan this week, and she wants to tell you more about The Oak Ridge Program. Get ready to learn more about what...
05.02.2018
23. Pets: Convergent Evolution and Pet Therapy
Learn about pets, how they evolved along with us and how they can help treat our ailments in today's episode Today We Cover Boris Levinson Hippotherapy Genetic similarities between humans and dogs Electrode therapy The science-practise gap We Read, Listened and Watched Panda’s falling video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RLQiAqc1MI8 Joe Rogan Podcast:...
05.02.2018
20. Pets: Convergent Evolution and Pet Therapy
Learn about pets, how they evolved along with us and how they can help treat our ailments in today's episode Today We Cover Boris Levinson Hippotherapy Genetic similarities between humans and dogs Electrode therapy The science-practise gap We Read, Listened and Watched Panda’s falling video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RLQiAqc1MI8 Joe Rogan Podcast:...
04.25.2018
22. Addictions: What drugs ACTUALLY do to your brain
Hey kids welcome back! Ever been invited into a dark alley to try some drugs? Cool, us neither. But this week we are following up on our Addictions Study Study with more addictions research! Today We Ask What is the definition...
04.25.2018
19. Addictions: What drugs ACTUALLY do to your brain
Hey kids welcome back! Ever been invited into a dark alley to try some drugs? Cool, us neither. But this week we are following up on our Addictions Study Study with more addictions research! Today We Ask What is the definition...
04.19.2018
21. Study Study: Addiction
Howdy there partner. Welcome back to Who Knew? We Didn't! Today We Cover Rats and addiction, the original addiction study Rat Park and addiction, the new revolution in addiction research Flaws of both studies, and steps forward We Read, Listened and Watched That Article I said...
04.18.2018
Study Study 3: Addiction
Howdy there partner. Welcome back to Who Knew? We Didn't! Today We Cover Rats and addiction, the original addiction study Rat Park and addiction, the new revolution in addiction research Flaws of both studies, and steps forward We Read, Listened and Watched That Article I said...
04.12.2018
20. Study Study: Conversion Disorder
What does Dr. Watson have in common with Uma Thurman? CONVERSION DISORDER! Listen on to get the scoop in our second ever Study Study Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: [email protected]
04.11.2018
Study Study 2: Conversion Disorder
What does Dr. Watson have in common with Uma Thurman? CONVERSION DISORDER! Listen on to get the scoop in our second ever Study Study Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: [email protected]
04.04.2018
19. Study Study: Hanlon's Razor and Hostile Attribution
Hey you guys! Meaghan is away this week so it's just Marta. BUT DONT LEAVE! I have an interesting topic for you today! Basically, we discuss this quote: "Never attribute to malice that which is adequately explained by stupidity." Cool Right? Stick...
04.04.2018
19. Study Study: Hanlon’s Razor and Hostile Attribution
Hey you guys! Meaghan is away this week so it's just Marta. BUT DONT LEAVE! I have an interesting topic for you today! Basically, we discuss this quote: "Never attribute to malice that which is adequately explained by stupidity." Cool Right? Stick...
04.04.2018
Study Study 1: Hanlon’s Razor and Hostile Attribution
Hey you guys! Meaghan is away this week so it's just Marta. BUT DONT LEAVE! I have an interesting topic for you today! Basically, we discuss this quote: "Never attribute to malice that which is adequately explained by stupidity." Cool Right? Stick...
03.28.2018
18. Your Chemical Romance - Chemicals and Love: Relationship Series
Welcome one, welcome all! Today's episode, as promised is about CHOCOLATE! No, not really, but its about something equally primally attractive, chemicals... I'm not going to drag out this intro paragraph, just know that you're going to learn about this...
03.21.2018
17. Psychology of Lurve (#solvethesolveable): Relationship Series
Have you been in Love? Have you been in a long, monogamous relationship? Then this episode is for you. Whether you’re into marriage, or want to be a single pringle for your whole life, we think there's something to learn...
03.14.2018
16. Sex, Erotica, and Evolution: Relationship Series
WARNING: This episode covers mature topics and concepts such as sex, eroticism, etc. This week, Meaghan and Marta really get it in…. I mean… get into it. Because really, deep down we all just wanna do it like they do on...
03.08.2018
15. Parents and Family Dynamics: Relationships Series
It’s Parenting-Theory central up in hurr! This week, we complete Part II of the Psychology of Family Dynamics with a thorough break-down for Parent-Child relationships. Marta teaches Meaghan about: Theories of Parenting Styles Attachment Theory The name of that theory where your one...
02.28.2018
14. Siblings and Family Dynamics: Relationship Series
Continuing on with the Psychology of Relationships series, M&M; dive into Family Dynamics. This is Part 1: Siblings, and for once, Meaghan teaches Marta! We discuss topics like:Sibling Rivalry Birth Order How sibling relationships change over time Only children - do only children actually...
02.21.2018
13. Aquaintances, Friends and Work Baes- Developing the Relationship
Is aquaintanceships a word? Discover that, and much more in this weeks episode of Who Knew? We Didn't! This week we talk about: What it takes to turn an aquaintance into a friend What you need in a friendship How to be a good...
02.14.2018
12. Mental Health
This week, M&M; go real deep and personal about their own struggles with counselling, eating disorders, depression and self hatred in its various forms. Listen to this episode to learn how to help yourself and others, and learn A LOT...

What's Who Knew? We Didn't! about?

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Who Knew? We Didn't! episodes:

46. The Good Samaritan

45. WKWD Blooper Reel ;)

44. Phineas Gage (and other head injuries)

43. Gender Dysphoria

42. Not Criminally Responsible (NCR)

41. Study Study: Bystander Effect

40. Study Study: Stanford Prison Experiment

39. Study Study: Little Albert

38. Psychology and the Law

37. Dementia and Alzheimer's Explained

Dementia and Alzheimer’s Explained

36. Schools and Special Needs: Chat with Fady Breshara

35. Autism and Behaviour Therapy: Interview with Fady and Rebecca of Endless Abilities

34. Memory: How it works and what it is

33. Music Therapy

Update!

32. Criminal Profiling: Is it Science?

31. Dreams (and Why We Have Them)

30. Sleep (and Why We Need It)

24. Sleep (and Why We Need It)

29. Case Study: Psychology of the Mass Shooter

23. Psychology of the Mass Shooter - A Case Study

28. What is ADHD?

22. What is ADHD?

27. Study Study (Duo Duo): Cult Experiments

Study Study (Duo Duo) 6: Cult Experiments

26. Cult Psychology

21. Cult Psychology

25. Study Study: Minimal Group Paradigm

Study Study 5: Minimal Group Paradigm

24. Study Study: The Oak Ridge Program

Study Study 4: The Oak Ridge Program

23. Pets: Convergent Evolution and Pet Therapy

20. Pets: Convergent Evolution and Pet Therapy

22. Addictions: What drugs ACTUALLY do to your brain

19. Addictions: What drugs ACTUALLY do to your brain

21. Study Study: Addiction

Study Study 3: Addiction

20. Study Study: Conversion Disorder

Study Study 2: Conversion Disorder

19. Study Study: Hanlon's Razor and Hostile Attribution

19. Study Study: Hanlon’s Razor and Hostile Attribution

Study Study 1: Hanlon’s Razor and Hostile Attribution

18. Your Chemical Romance - Chemicals and Love: Relationship Series

17. Psychology of Lurve (#solvethesolveable): Relationship Series

16. Sex, Erotica, and Evolution: Relationship Series

15. Parents and Family Dynamics: Relationships Series

14. Siblings and Family Dynamics: Relationship Series

13. Aquaintances, Friends and Work Baes- Developing the Relationship

12. Mental Health