Macy Ricketts, Ph.D.

Model Behavior

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Brains, beauty, and bold moves—welcome to Model Behavior. Hosted by research scientist and model Macy Ricketts, this podcast explores the science of success, social dynamics, and the moments that make life interesting. From decoding the art of a legendary weekend to unpacking modern dating, ambition, and the unwritten rules of social circles, Model Behavior is where intellect meets real life. Whether it's a personal story, cultural deep dive, or a well-timed reality check, this is your space for candid conversations, bold choices, and embracing the journey with confidence.

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Macy Ricketts, Ph.D.

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Society

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4. Mai 2026

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Slump Season 04.05.2026

What’s a baddie to do when she momentarily forgets who she is? Spiral a little, stay busy, and then talk about it on a podcast. This episode is a full life update—winter travel, balancing modeling/research/Lagree, and a slightly unhinged studio moment (yes, someone started a fire). Plus, one random highlight: I got to ride a Zamboni at a pro hockey game. But mostly, I open up about some confidence...

The Jump Shot Guide to Sliding into the DMs 08.04.2026

If my mom can successfully shoot her shot at an NHL legend, you can definitely handle that DM you’ve been sitting on. Today, we’re talking shot selection, signature "soup" bases, and why your IG profile is doing more work than you think. I’m sharing a recent DM win (and a few losses) of my own to prove that authenticity beats a canned pickup line every single time. Stop overthinking the...

Are You a Silly Goose or a Silly Goose Ally? 20.03.2026

This week, I’m breaking down a very important (and very scientific) question: are you dating a silly goose, a silly goose ally, or—worst of all—the fun police? After running a highly controlled “ice cream flavor test” on one pro hockey All-Star (peer-reviewed by me and Meghan), I realized something: early-stage dating is basically one long improv exercise. And not everyone is equipped for the powe...

How to Be the Wingwoman Everyone Wants 18.02.2026

In this episode, I’m coming at you from the Lagree studio and recapping my absolute whirlwind of a month — traveling to Scottsdale (twice), going to hockey games, getting cast in my first major commercial campaign, and showing up solo to the Waste Management Open as my own social experiment — plus stepping into bridesmaid duties for two back-to-back weddings (where yes, I notoriously roll alone)....

Prayers, Pucks, and Possibilities: Trusting What You Ask For in 2026 06.01.2026

In this episode, I’m recapping a heated hockey rivalry, how I somehow walked away with Sleeves’s hockey stick, and the unexpected joy of making new friends in the middle of it all. But beyond the pucks and the antics, this episode is really about faith—what it means to ask boldly, trust deeply, and believe that what you ask for can be given to you. As we head into 2026, I’m sharing why I’m choosin...

Office Hours: How to Crush Without Crashing 08.12.2025

This week on Model Behavior , I'm coming at you with an audio-only mini episode. I'm taking a minute to get all gushy about something super exciting—my podcast being recognized as one of Spotify’s Best New Shows of 2025! I’m sharing a little gratitude, a lot of crush talk, and some straight-up real-life lessons about how to enjoy a crush without turning it into a full-on daydream disaster. From ce...

Hot Girl Mission 101: How to Have Fun on Purpose 20.11.2025

This week, we’re breaking down one of my favorite scientific frameworks: The Hot Girl Mission. Think field research, meets girl math, meets chaos theory. I walk you through a real-life experiment my friends and I accidentally ran this weekend involving a group of unnamed professional athletes, an abandoned primary hypothesis, and one extremely unexpected plot twist. We’re talking controlled variab...

Decentering Men 101: Building Self-Worth That's Yours 04.11.2025

This week, we’re talking about decentering men — not in a man-hating way, but in a “my confidence doesn’t hinge on your attention” way. I'm diving into the psychology and science behind self-esteem, and how to rebuild a sense of worth that isn’t tied to how desirable you appear to men. From rewiring your brain’s reward system to learning what genuine self-validation feels like, this episode is all...

Started From The Bottom Now We're Here 28.10.2025

Life update: I’ve been on fly fishing adventures, doing some modeling, officially became a certified Lagree instructor (and got hired at a studio!), and have been watching hockey like it's my job. In this episode, I talk about what it really means to fall in love with the process — the messy middle between where you are and where you want to be.

Body Positivity, Confidence, and Loving Myself Again 19.09.2025

After a year away from modeling, I’m stepping back in with a whole new vibe. I’ve been on a journey of weight loss, skin struggles, and self-discovery, but the real win has been finding confidence in my own body again. In this episode, I’m talking about how I went from self-doubt to self-love, why the glow-up is way deeper than the scale, and what it feels like to finally feel at home in my own sk...

IT'S TIME FOR FLIRTY GIRL FALL 03.09.2025

Hot Girl Summer is over and it’s OFFICIALLY time for Flirty Girl Fall. I’m talking about how to cozy up your vibe, flirt for fun, and date like a scientist without overthinking it. Flirting isn’t about finding a boyfriend, it’s about feeling yourself, having a little fun, and collecting moments that make life more exciting! Grab your PSL, throw on your comfiest sweater, and let’s make this fall to...

The Kiss Lab 19.08.2025

I did what any normal girl would do after a year of bad dates… I built a dating spreadsheet. And when I crunched the numbers, one thing stood out: the first kiss makes or breaks the entire vibe. In this episode, I’m breaking down the science of kissing (yes, dopamine and oxytocin are involved), how my own data proves a kiss can inflate attraction scores, and why one bad kiss has ended otherwise pr...

Hot Girl Summer School 26.06.2025

I'm back, did you miss me? I just got in from a chaotic week in LA -- think WNBA games, a Formula One mechanic, a Vanity Fair photographer, and an emotionally unavailable Taylor Lautner lookalike. I also gave my first invited talk at a national science conference (hot girl scientist era is activated). Now I’m packing up for five weeks in the Montana wilderness to teach alpine ecology, and I’m brea...

Listen To This If You're In a Situationship. 01.06.2025

It started casual. Or at least I told myself it was. In this episode, I’m sharing the story of my almost-something with a hockey player and everything it taught me about situationships, mixed signals, and the mental gymnastics we do to avoid asking the hard questions. We’ll get into the science of why undefined relationships mess with your head, how to tell when it’s time to walk away, and why wan...

The Ultimate Length and Width Report: What My Dating Spreadsheet Taught Me About Self-Sabotage 23.05.2025

What happens when a scientist tracks her entire dating life in a spreadsheet? You get The Ultimate Length and Width Report — a highly detailed, wildly revealing analysis of 17 first (and sometimes second, third, and...even sixth) dates, complete with stats on height, conversation quality, kiss ratings, and more. But this isn’t just about numbers...it’s a psychological deep dive into why I keep get...

5 Things No One Tells You About Making Friends in Your 20s 15.05.2025

In this episode, I get into something that feels kind of overlooked but super real in your twenties: making friends as an adult. I’m sharing five things I’ve learned the hard way about building solid female friendships. We talk about showing up as the kind of person you’d want to be friends with, pushing yourself outside your comfort zone, staying consistent, and being able to tell the difference...

The Best First Date Theory 29.04.2025

In this episode, I’m serving a full dating download: a long-lost MLB player texted me asking for feet pics , I roast blonde men for sport, and I spill the tea on my best first date ever. I'm also introducing the LBB Hypothesis—aka why every successful friend group needs a Little Blonde [Girl]. They run the world, they’re elite wingwomen, and honestly? Your dating life might depend on one. I also r...

From Cowboy Country to Courtside Drama: Your Burning Questions, Answered 22.04.2025

In this Q&A episode, I’m catching you up on what’s new in my world and answering some of your juiciest questions. I’m sharing what it was like living in the wild west of Wyoming (yes, there were cowboys), breaking down my current morning wellness routine that keeps me sane and centered, and getting real about the highs and lows of dating public figures. It’s a little bit wellness, a little bit...

Breakups, Proximity, and Accidentally Making My Brother Go Viral 15.04.2025

This week, I'm diving into the chaos that unfolded after I posted a few innocent TikToks about my newly single brother... and they blew up . I share the behind-the-scenes story of how a weekend visit turned into unexpected internet fame (and a very overwhelmed sibling). Plus, I open up about a recent breakup that hit harder than expected—and how it made me rethink what really keeps people connecte...

Ep. 9: Back from the Road: Podcasts, Playoffs & Palm Springs Dating 24.03.2025

I’m back from my two-week trip, and I have thoughts . In this episode of Model Behavior , I share my first attempts at recording video podcasts, my latest gaming obsessions, and my unfiltered take on reality TV chaos like Temptation Island . I also dive into the madness of March Madness, the importance of family support during my dad’s surgery, and a birthday celebration that was definitely one fo...

Ep. 8: My Breakup Glow-Up: How I Stopped Crying Over a Pro Athlete 18.03.2025

After a breakup, I threw myself into a Hot Girl Mission—without even realizing it. In this episode, I break down what a HGM really is, how it helped me move on, and the unexpected lessons I learned along the way. If you’ve ever struggled to get over someone, trust me, I’ve been there. Let’s talk about what actually works.

Ep. 7: How NOT to Do a DDK: I Broke the #1 Rule 11.03.2025

Sooo… I tried the DDK, and I did it completely wrong. Turns out, picking a genuinely nice guy for a DDK? Rookie mistake. In this episode, Sigrid and I dissect my experience, where I went off-script, and why some people ( me ) might not be built for this. We also tackle the big question: Is a DDK right for you, or are you destined to break the rules like I did?

Ep. 6: The DDK Playbook 05.03.2025

Ever heard of a DDK (Drink, Dance, Kiss)? My best friend Sigrid and I are breaking down the ultimate blueprint for a no-strings-attached night out. In this episode, Sigrid shares how she mastered the art of the DDK, the rules to follow, and why it's the perfect move for a little effortless fun. If you've ever wanted to know how to execute the perfect, flirty, no-pressure encounter, this one's for...

Ep. 5: My Grand Slam Dating Diaries (Part 2) 01.03.2025

I wasn’t even playing, but somehow, I ended up courtside for one of the messiest love triangles I’ve ever witnessed. A pro tennis player, a  very  hot Australian model, and some truly diabolical behavior—let’s discuss.

Ep. 4: My Grand Slam Dating Diaries (Part 1) 28.02.2025

I’m heading to Palm Springs for the Indian Wells tournament soon, but before I start plotting my next Hot Girl Mission, we need to talk about tennis fashion—because some of these accessories are criminal. After that, I’m spilling the tea on my OG HGM involving a certain French Open fling. Buckle up, this one’s juicy.

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