Rob Patterson, Ph.D. David Colarossi, Ph.D.

Shrink Space

Science EN ↓ 82 episodes

Join Dr. Rob Patterson and Dr. David Colarossi, two friends and psychologists, as they explore the intricacies of the human mind with humor, heart, and a side of friendly banter. In each episode, they debate key psychological concepts, shedding light on the fascinating principles that shape our everyday lives. From unraveling the mysteries of human behavior to diving into the latest research—or just having a good laugh along the way—Shrink Space is your go-to podcast for a lively mix of insights, spirited debates, and plenty of laughs that will make you think twice about what makes us tick.

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Rob Patterson, Ph.D. David Colarossi, Ph.D.

Episodes

Shrink Space Ep. 7 | What is more important - Impact or Intent? 15.10.2024 55:21

Today on the show, Dave and Rob, discuss the popular axiom that in social exchanges Impact is more important than Intent.

Shrink Space Ep. 6 | Are some conspiracy theories real? 08.10.2024 50:07

Today on the show, Dave and Rob, dive into conspiracy theories. You know, tin foil hats, lizard people, the whole 9 yards. Except not every conspiracy theory has turned out to be crazy. And not every conspiracy theorist is crazy either. Today we go deep down the rabbit hole to show you. If you'd like to see more Shrink Space content, be sure to like this video and subscribe to this channel

Shrink Space Ep. 5 | Are you the A-hole? 01.10.2024 50:32

Are you an A-hole? What makes someone an A-hole? And at what point do they cross the line from a pretentious douche bag/ narcissist to an asshole? Is it something that people choose? Or is it something that is an innate part of the psyche? This week Dave and Rob dive in to the weeds on this one, and they go deep into the nuances around "assholes" and whether or not you may be one. For more Shrink...

Shrink Space Ep. 4 | Two Psychologists React to DIDDY - Is being a psychopath adaptive? 24.09.2024 29:09

Rob and Dave share Discuss Diddy and the implications of being diagnosed with Anti Social Personality Disorder For more Shrink Space content, be sure to subscribe to the channel and leave a review! Reach out with questions/Feedback: ShrinkSpaceShow@gmail.com Subscribe on YouTube @ShrinkSpace Follow us on Social Media Facebook @ShrinkSpaceShow Instagram @ShrinkSpaceShow TikTok @ShrinkSpaceShow

Shrink Space Ep. 3 | Two Psychologists React to the DEBATE - Naïve Realism 15.09.2024 33:03

Rob and Dave share their reactions to the Presidential Debate, and discuss the psychological concept of Naïve Realism. For more Shrink Space content, be sure to subscribe to the channel and leave a review! Reach out with questions/Feedback: ShrinkSpaceShow@gmail.com Subscribe on YouTube @ShrinkSpace Follow us on Social Media Facebook @ShrinkSpaceShow Instagram @ShrinkSpaceShow TikTok @ShrinkSpac...

Shrink Space Ep. 2 | Are soul mates real? 10.09.2024 49:23

On this weeks episode of Shrink Space, Rob and Dave dive into an age old debate: are soul mates real? We would all like to believe so. We would all like to believe in our one true love. But is it that simple? Could we possibly be compatible with more than one person? What are the factors that play into this? What would happen if our current "soul mate" passed on? Would we move on? All of...

Shrink Space Ep. 1 | Let's talk about power, and why people won't give it up 05.09.2024 43:26

Today, Rob and Dave talk about power, and why some people just can't let go. From athletes who refuse to retire, to politicians who refuse to step down, to your grandma who needs to turn in those car keys, we all see examples of power in our lives and people who don't want to give it up. Rob and Dave take a deep dive to cover all of this and more. If you want to see more of Shrink Space, b...