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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 factual information which you will find helpful. Our goal is to get current information into the hands of people who need it. The major creators of the content of these podcasts are Jim Carroll and Ralph Baber. Each week they tackle topics in psychology, which help people live more balanced lives.

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22:57

Happiness Index of Countries

Psychology Takeaway Podcast ·

2026/03/20

Jim and Ralph are back together podcasting after Ralph’s accident. They analyze the latest published Happiness Index and learn (no surprise here) that Social Media is negatively correlated with happiness.LEARN MORE Happy song by Pharrell Williams: https://youtu.be/ZbZSe6N_BXs?si=y2bOFm6kRAFMYWnZ The Peanuts Gang: Happiness Is: https://youtu.be/d13_LoHQkRM?si=md1lmVGB1Mq7Q76J Jim’s book Overcoming Anxiety on Amazon: https://a.co/d/06U0HNtn

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23:43

The Healing Power of the Natural World

Psychology Takeaway Podcast ·

2026/03/13

Jim is joined by his wife Sheila Carroll to look at how the natural world helps us to notice, focus, and heal. We look at the lives of famous people (and some not so famous – like Ralph) and see the impact nature had on them and the impact they had on nature. Sheila makes the case for preserving what we have and restoring what was lost.LEARN MORE TED Talk: The Story That Shapes Your Relationship with Nature | Damon Gameau https://youtu.be/nYZSPUi-lgE?si=R_ymVKCoGsNykXYf TED Talk: Contact with

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19:35

Be Less Thin-Skinned

Psychology Takeaway Podcast ·

2026/03/06

ENCORE PRESENTATION!!!We are on break this week.

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25:22

Why Do People Persist in Weird Beliefs

Psychology Takeaway Podcast ·

2026/02/27

Consider these recent news breakers:Y2K and the end of the world as we know it. UFO’s , we are not alone. Vaccines cause Autism. While there is no objective evidence for these concerns, they have motivated human behavior during this and the past century. Jim and Ralph attribute this false belief to several factors: A Convergence Model Imagine a person encountering an ambiguous event: An unexplained aerial video circulates online. A government statement acknowledges uncertainty. Commentators

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30:53

Is dating dead in 21st-century America?

Psychology Takeaway Podcast ·

2026/02/20

Is dating dead in 21st-century America? With guest Alex GrazianoIt can certainly feel that way. Swiping has replaced chance encounters, “situationships” have replaced steady courtship, and apps like Tinder, Bumble, and Hinge are now the front door to modern romance. Young adults are marrying later, moving more cautiously, and often sitting in the ambiguity of the “talking stage.” Add in economic pressure, social media comparison, and an endless sense that someone better might be one swipe away, and

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26:55

CURIOSITY – an essential life skill

Psychology Takeaway Podcast ·

2026/02/13

In 1665, Isaac Newton was sent home from school because of the plague. For most people, that would’ve been a time of survival, of just getting through. But Newton? He started wondering about why apples fall. He became curious about light, gravity, and time. And that curiosity—not certainty, not confidence—led to some of the most groundbreaking discoveries in science.Here’s the thing we often miss: he didn’t get there because he was a genius. He got there because he stayed open. Curiosity is what

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33:29

The Psychology of Play and Laughter

Psychology Takeaway Podcast ·

2026/02/06

In an era marked by chronic workload pressure, social fragmentation, and rising rates of burnout, play and laughter are not optional extras. They are essential processes that support psychological and physical health.At the neurochemical level, laughter is associated with increased dopamine and serotonin—neurotransmitters involved in mood regulation, motivation, and learning. At the same time, laughter reduces cortisol levels, dampening the physiological stress response. The story of Norman Cousins

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29:36

CRISPR and TIGR and Bears Oh My!

Psychology Takeaway Podcast ·

2026/01/30

There is a new Tiger out thereJim and Ralph revisit CRISPR to see if it has become the tool that will eliminate illness forever. They answer that question and point to new developments using TIGR Learn More CRISP and TIGR: https://youtu.be/_UimlaolxiA?si=jXLYJM5528GKn71z

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35:36

New Years Resolutions Continued with Guest Andrea Assaf

Psychology Takeaway Podcast ·

2026/01/23

Jim and Ralph are joined by international jet-setter Andrea Assaf. They continue to look at the downside of making New Years Resolutions while Andrea comes up with her own brilliant solution.They also investigate the Psychology of Travel. Finally, Ralph unpacks a host of things we Americans should be thankful for in 2026! This is a fast paced and podcast that you will want to share with friends, family and random strangers

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23:05

2026 Anxiety Part Two

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2026/01/16

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21:31

2026 Anxiety Part One

Psychology Takeaway Podcast ·

2026/01/13

Jim and Ralph take the emotional pulse of the campus outward and find a high level of negative affect. People express personal and global concerns freely. We talk about Jim’s new book, OVERCOMING ANXIETY, and make a free offer if you contact carro1jl@cmich.edu

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26:10

Annual New Year’s Resolution Show

Psychology Takeaway Podcast ·

2026/01/07

Yes, by now you have made and broken your resolutions. It happens every year! If you want a reset Ralph and Jim suggest the SMART approach. The guys look at the psychology of some numbers – not 67 but 39,000 and 650,600. Learn More Make good decisions get some rest : • How to make smart decisions more easily Check out the book: Make Good Decisions Everyday at Amazon: https://a.co/d/5r8IX4l

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22:39

Beating the Christmas Blues

Psychology Takeaway Podcast ·

2025/12/26

After the decorations come down and the gatherings end, many people experience a surprising emotional drop. In this episode, Jim and Ralph explain why post-Christmas sadness is so common—and how to respond to it with psychological wisdom rather than self-criticism.

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23:57

Psychology of Christmas

Psychology Takeaway Podcast ·

2025/12/19

Why does Christmas feel so emotionally powerful—for better and worse? In this episode, Jim and Ralph explore the psychology behind Christmas: why it amplifies joy, stress, nostalgia, generosity, and longing all at once. From family dynamics to ritual and meaning-making, they unpack what’s really happening beneath the tinsel.

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29:06

WORKING TITLE: The Anthropomorphize Episode

Psychology Takeaway Podcast ·

2025/12/12

Add show notes here, Jim!

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21:19

Final Exams!

Psychology Takeaway Podcast ·

2025/12/05

Ralph and Jim talk about preparing for final exams.

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16:54

The Thanksgiving Show: : Gratitude Without the Sugarcoat

Psychology Takeaway Podcast ·

2025/11/26

Jim and Ralph break down the real psychology of gratitude and how to practice it without slipping into toxic positivity. As Thanksgiving approaches, the hosts explore why genuine thankfulness boosts mental health — and why pretending to “just be positive” can actually make things worse.What You’ll Learn The psychological and neurological benefits of gratitude Why gratitude isn’t about ignoring negative feelings How toxic positivity invalidates real emotion Simple ways to

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27:56

Natural world Healing part 2

Psychology Takeaway Podcast ·

2025/11/21

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.LEARN MORE 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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14:21

Friday Healing Power of the Natural Part One

Psychology Takeaway Podcast ·

2025/11/14

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:

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14:28

Do sociopaths and psychopaths really exist?

Psychology Takeaway Podcast ·

2025/11/14

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

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