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Why We Do What We Do

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Create an enjoyable listener experience about psychological concepts that anyone can easily consume.

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Context Media

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Dec 4, 2024

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Episodes

096 | The Mozart Effect | Why We Do What We Do 20.03.2019

This week Abraham and RyanO talk about the Mozart effect, which suggests that "listening to Mozart (and some other iterations!) makes you smarter." Listen and subscribe so you never miss an episode! Remember that you can reach us directly at 775.525.0908, at info@wwdwwdpodcast.com, through the comments below OR on social via @wwdwwdpodcast or #wwdwwdpodcast.

095 | How Alcohol Makes Us Feel Drunk | Why We Do What We Do 15.03.2019

Just in time for St. Patrick's Day. Ever wonder why and how alcohol makes us feel drunk? Ryan and Abraham explain what is in alcohol and how it interacts with our brain to cause us to feel intoxicated. We also bust some myths about alcohol and share some interesting factoids. Listen and subscribe so you never miss an episode! Remember that you can reach us directly at 775.525.0908, at info@wwdwwdp...

094 | False Confessions | Why We Do What We Do 07.03.2019

Shane and Abraham tackle the how and why of false confessions. Why do people "confess" to crimes they didn't commit? To what extent do law enforcement officers encourage these false confessions? Listen in and learn about this fascinating twist in law enforcement. Remember that you can reach us directly at 775.525.0908, at info@wwdwwdpodcast.com, through the comments below OR on social via @wwdwwdp...

093 | Animal Aggression Part 2 With Hannah Branigan & Ryan Cartlidge | Why We Do What We Do 01.03.2019

This episode we continue our fascinating discussion with Hannah Branigan of the "Drinking from the Toilet" podcast, and Ryan Cartlidge of the "Animal Training Academy" regarding animals aggression. In addition, we bring up the important topic of replacement behaviors and some training tips. Listen in and contact us with your own experiences with animal behavior! https://wonderpupstraining.com/dog-...

BONUS | Join the Team! | Why We Do What We Do 25.02.2019

We’re looking for some assistance on the podcast. If you think you fit what we’re looking for, then send us an email! Listen in, and remember that you can reach us directly at 775.525.0908, at info@wwdwwdpodcast.com, through the comments below OR on social via @wwdwwdpodca

092 | Animal Aggression Part 1 With Hannah Branigan & Ryan Cartlidge | Why We Do What We Do 21.02.2019

This week we welcome on Hannah Branigan and Ryan Cartlidge to talk about animal aggression. Make sure to check out their podcasts: https://wonderpupstraining.com/dog-training-podcast/ https://www.animaltrainingacademy.com/series/training-tidbits/ Listen in, and remember that you can reach us directly at 775.525.0908, at info@wwdwwdpodcast.com, through the comments below OR on social via @wwdwwdpod...

091 | Synesthesia (The Sun Smells Too Loud) | Why We Do What We Do 15.02.2019

syn·es·the·sia /ˌsinəsˈTHēZHə/ noun PHYSIOLOGY•PSYCHOLOGY the production of a sense impression relating to one sense or part of the body by stimulation of another sense or part of the body. Listen in, and remember that you can reach us directly at 775.525.0908, at info@wwdwwdpodcast.com, through the comments below OR on social via @wwdwwdpodcast or #wwdwwdpodcast.

090 | Gestalt (Gesundheit) | Why We Do What We Do 07.02.2019

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089 | Chelation Therapy For Autism: A Dangerous Myth | Why We Do What We Do 31.01.2019

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088 | Lobotomies as Psychotherapy │ Why We Do What We Do 22.01.2019

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087 | Super Color Vision: Human Tetrachromats │ Why We Do What We Do 18.01.2019

Some people are born with superhuman color vision. But do they even know that they have it? How well can humans use an extra set of cones? Learn about this rare genetic condition which just might enable people to see beyond the scope of the normal human visual field! Listen in, and remember that you can reach us directly at 775.525.0908, at info@wwdwwdpodcast.com, through the comments below OR on...

086 | A Horse that Could Math!│ Why We Do What We Do 09.01.2019

There once was an awesome horse... Listen in, and remember that you can reach us directly at 775.525.0908, at info@wwdwwdpodcast.com, through the comments below OR on social via @wwdwwdpodcast or #wwdwwdpodcast.

085 | 5:1 is the Magic Number│ Why We Do What We Do 03.01.2019

Do you say more negative or positive things? Do people say more negative or positive things to you? Listen in to learn about some of the fascinating research on this simple strategy that can predict whether relationships will succeed or fail, train athletes, and improve business.

084 | The Psychology of ASMR│ Why We Do What We Do 27.12.2018

Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response (ASMR) is a psychological event characterized by a static-like or tingling sensation on the skin. It has been compared with auditory-tactile synesthesia and may overlap with frisson, and today Abraham and RyanO are diving into the psychology behind it!

083 | Dog Breeds & Personalities │ Why We Do What We Do 19.12.2018

Are certain dogs more likely to be aggressive? What do we ACTUALLY know about dog personalities? Can they be changed?

082 | How Much Can Sommeliers Sense? │ Why We Do What We Do 13.12.2018

How do wine experts do their job? How many different flavors can a sommelier detect? Abraham and RyanO dive into the research on wine-tasting and the science (or lack thereof) of sommeliers. Learn about all of the ways we conditions our senses to taste more than we "taste."

081 | Why is Fluency Important? Part 2: An Interview With Dr. Donny Newsome │ Why We Do What We Do 05.12.2018

Following up with part 1, Abraham interviews Dr. Donny Newsome, a founding director of Fit Learning, on the topic of fluency. Every wonder what it is, why it matters, or how to become fluent? Listen in and discover the science and future directions of education.

080 | Why is Fluency Important? Part 1 │ Why We Do What We Do 01.12.2018

Fluency is a concept that has been used in a wide variety of descriptions applied to aspect of human performance. In part 1 RyanO and Abraham breakdown the definition and applications of fluency, frequency building, fluency-based instruction, neurology of fluent performance, and other topics on human performance. In part 2 we will be interviewing a special guest who's career is fluency-based instr...

079 | Parsimony │ Why We Do What We Do 15.11.2018

In this Episode, the team dives into what it means to be parsimonious and why it matters in psychology. This and more on your favorite consumable psychology podcast! Listen in, and remember that you can reach us directly at 775.525.0908, at info@wwdwwdpodcast.com, through the comments below OR on social via @wwdwwdpodcast or #wwdwwdpodcast.

078 | Creativity │ Why We Do What We Do 06.11.2018

In this Episode, the team dives into the questions of creativity. Where does it come from? Can it be created or influenced? This and more on your favorite consumable psychology podcast! Listen in, and remember that you can reach us directly at 775.525.0908, at info@wwdwwdpodcast.com, through the comments below OR on social via @wwdwwdpodcast or #wwdwwdpodcast.

077 │ Do Babies Recognize Good & Evil? │ Why We Do What We Do 31.10.2018

Are babies born good? Do they have some sense of morality? Can babies identify good and evil? How evil ARE babies? Do they spill the Cheerios to satisfy some dark urges?.Are babies born with a sense of morality? This is the topic this week, so prepare yourselves for a look at baby morality! Abraham, Miranda, and Shane take on this ADORABLE topic! Listen in, and remember that you can reach us direc...

076 │What is an EEG? │ Why We Do What We Do 26.10.2018

On this week’s episode Miranda and Abraham the electroencephalogram (EEG). What does it do? What is it for? Are the robots coming for us? Listen in and find out!

075 │ Perceiving the World Through Hearing Part 3: Tinnitus and Auditory Processing Disorder │ Why We Do What We Do 23.10.2018

Ringing in the ears? Trouble understanding speech? Listen in as Abraham, RyanO, and Shane team up to wrap up our discussion about hearing with an emphasis on understanding what is known about diagnosis, treatment, and biology of tinnitus and auditory processing disorder.

074 │ Perceiving the World Through Hearing Part 2: Treating Hearing Loss │ Why We Do What We Do 15.10.2018

How is hearing loss tested for and treated? Abraham, Shane, and RyanO return to discuss treatments for hearing loss and some other topical and controversial topics with special guest audiologists Dr. Cathy Vance and Dr. Brandi Greenhouse.

073 │ Perceiving the World Through Hearing Part 1│ Why We Do What We Do 08.10.2018

How do we hear? How does our hearing affect our perception of the world? Listen in as Abraham, RyanO, and Shane interview special guests audiologists Dr. Cathy Vance and Dr. Brandi Greenhouse to learn about everything from how we hear movies, to how we listen to music, to why we have ear wax. Check in next time for the next part of this discussion!

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