Linda Bhreathnach, MA (Applied Psychology), M.Ps.S.I.

The Tangent Lab

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The Tangent Lab is a podcast about curiosity and ideas. Hosted by filmmaker and psychology researcher Linda Bhreathnach, the show explores unexpected connections across psychology, culture, science, art, and storytelling. Each episode takes a thought, question, or myth and follows it wherever it leads—into surprising insights, creative detours, and thought-provoking conversations.

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Linda Bhreathnach, MA (Applied Psychology), M.Ps.S.I.

Episodes

Finding Meaning in Ordinary Lives: Albert Camus and John McGahern 04.07.2026 1:26:25

The conversation delves into the background and influences of Albert Camus, exploring his upbringing, experiences in Nazi-occupied France, and his philosophical stance on violence and ethics. It also highlights the themes of absurdity and existentialism in Camus' work, shedding light on his unique perspective on human existence and the search for meaning. The conversation delves into the themes of...

Unraveling the Brain: Fear, Memory, and Social Interactions 19.06.2026 2:04:56

Unraveling the Brain: Fear, Memory, and Social Interactions In Episode 3, I sit down with neuroscientist, psychologist, and bestselling author Dr. Dean Burnett for a fascinating deep dive into how our brains shape the way we experience the world. We explore the science behind fear and anxiety, how memories are formed, altered, and sometimes distorted, and why social interactions can be far more co...

St. Patrick Retold: The Man Behind the Myth 15.03.2026 52:54

Was St. Patrick really an enslaved teenager kidnapped by Irish raiders—or could the story be more complicated? In this episode, I’m joined by historian Dr. Roy Flechner , author of St Patrick Retold , to take a fresh look at one of the most famous origin stories in Irish history. Together we unpack the sources behind Patrick’s own writings, the political and social world of late Roman Britain, and...