Enlightened

A short revision podcast to help pupils think about whether it is right to go to war. 

This podcast covers the factors that affect sleep and dreams that are required for the Higher Psychology course. It covers how our sleep is affected by light, alcohol, caffeine and other drugs and how we can use this information to improve our sleep hygiene and get a better night's sleep.

This podcast is aimed at those revising Higher Psychology. It covers 2 of the studies required in the sleep and dreams unit, Dement, W. and Kleitman, N. (1957). The relation of eye movements during sleep to dream activity and Czeisler et. al (1990). Exposure to bright light and darkness to treat physiologic maladaptation to night work.

This podcast covers psychodynamic processes relating to sleep and dreams, which include: — conscious and unconscious processes — manifest and latent content of dreams — defence mechanisms We also talk through how to answer exam questions including, explain, analyse and evaluate questions.

This episode covers cognitive processes as part of the Higher Psychology sleep and dreams unit. It describes sleep to facilitate information processes, Cartwright's Problem Solving Theory and Crick and Mitchison’s (1986) Reorganisational theory of dreaming. We also talk through explain, analyse and evaluate questions in relation to this content.  

This episode covers biological processes relating to sleep and dreams as needed for studying Higher Psychology, which include: — the role of the brain in sleep — circadian rhythms — non-REM and REM sleep and dreaming — Oswald’s (1966) Restoration theory of sleep — Activation Synthesis Theory We also talk through how to answer explain, analyse and evaluate questions in relation to this topic.  

An exploration of Submission and the idea of living according to the Qur'an from a National 5 and Higher RMPS perspective. 

The first of the practices as specified in Higher Islam - but also, very relevant for National 5.

In this episode, I'm joined by my daughter to talk about Akhirah (life after death)

In this episode, I'm joined by my daughter to discuss beliefs about Muhammad including the revelation of the Qu'ran. 

In this episode, I'm joined by my daughter to explore the nature of human beings - including free will, suffering, and khaliphas, along with sin (for National 5).

In this Christmas special, we look at two forms of valid arguments - Modus Pones and Modus Tollens. We then look at two forms of invalid arguments - Affirming the Consequent and Denying the Antecedent. Remember - An argument is valid if ‘the truth of the premises guarantees the truth of the conclusion’ or ‘where the conclusion necessarily or logically follows from the premises.’ Validity is about...

This episode dives into what worship means in Judaism and why it plays such a central role in Jewish identity. We explore the significance of the synagogue as a place of prayer, study, and community, and take a closer look at Shabbat — the weekly rhythm of rest, reflection, and connection to God. Finally, we examine the balance between individual and communal worship, including the importance of p...

In this episode, we explore the High Holy Days — Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur — the most spiritually charged period in the Jewish year. We look at Rosh Hashanah as a time of creation, renewal, and honest self-assessment, exploring traditions like blowing the shofar, attending synagogue, and sharing symbolic festive meals. Then we follow the journey into Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, with its t...

In this episode, we explore what it really means to live a Jewish life shaped by the Commandments. From the Ten Commandments to the 613 mitzvot found in the Torah, we look at how Jewish people understand divine law, why obedience matters, and how these commandments guide everyday behaviour. 

In this episode, we explore Olam Ha-Ba — the “World to Come” in Jewish thought. What do Jewish people believe happens after death? Do all Jewish people even believe Olam Ha Ba refers to the afterlife?!  How do ideas of reward, purification, and spiritual closeness to God shape ethics, daily life, and hope? We’ll unpack diverse interpretations and why this ancient concept still inspires reflection...

In this episode, we take a blissfully unnecessary detour about the books in my study before diving into one of Judaism’s big ideas: the Messiah and the Messianic Age. We unpack where the belief comes from, how different Jewish movements understand it, and why the hope for a better world — whether led by a future leader or built by humanity — still matters today. A tidy shelf, a big topic, and plen...

A crisp overview of Jewish beliefs about judgment. We look at divergent views within Judaism, the importance of righteous action, and why Judaism often focuses more on life here-and-now than detailed afterlife descriptions.