Psyched! with Dr. Seth
Psychologist Dr. Seth Meyers breaks down human behavior—one fascinating topic at a time. From everyday relationships to pop culture and true crime, this podcast makes psychology accessible, insightful, and surprisingly fun. Through expert interviews, real-life stories, and fun, a-ha! discussions, you'll explore why we do what we do—and how to grow from it. (Healthier Living Today LLC)
Episodes
In this episode of Psyched! with Dr. Seth, psychologist Dr. Seth Meyers takes the latest TV series about women being conned into giving men money and describes the psychological mechanics of how it happens. With some surprising perspectives, the analysis will make you rethink behavior that, at first, is easy to judge. In the second half of the episode, Dr. Seth discusses the emotional cost of living in an invalidating environment i...
In this week's episode of podcast Psyched! with Dr. Seth, psychologist Dr. Seth Meyers brings in friend of the show Jillie to discuss why having a boss who shows empathy and interest in their employees matters. They discuss everyday examples of "good boss empathy" (that literally require just one or two minutes!) and examples that dreadfully lack it. Why does it matter? Because research shows that having an empathetic...
In this episode of podcast Psyched! with Dr. Seth, psychologist Dr. Seth Meyers does a mini topic on a word that gets so overused that we've practically lost touch with what it actually means, and later he dishes briefly on a cultural phenomenon on TV these days. Dr. Seth then walks listeners through the main topic: how to handle the often-infuriating experience you may have if you have someone in your life who refuses to take acco...
In this episode of Psyched with Dr. Seth, psychologist Dr. Seth Meyers discusses the darker aspects of love and relationships, exploring themes of hatred, resentment, and the potential for violence in intimate partnerships. Dr. Seth talks about how hatred can grow in a relationship and discusses motivations in couples where one spouse kills the other. Dr. Seth discusses the Dear John TV series that focuses on the murders of Betty B...
In this episode of Psyched! with Dr. Seth, clinical psychologist Dr. Seth shares a story chock full of frustration and judgment—but with an unexpected lesson from the least likely source. Dr. Seth then dishes on impostor syndrome, explaining why so many people struggle with feeling like frauds and offering strategies to overcome it. Tune in for insightful mindset shifts and helpful coping tips!
In this episode of Psyched! with Dr. Seth, psychologist Dr. Seth Meyers brings in friend of the show Jillie to discuss a recent experience in which a friend asked her to do a favor that was too much...and she agreed to it. Dr. Seth and Jillie discuss how saying no to a friend can feel like walking a tightrope, balancing honesty with the fear of consequence or even punishment. They ultimately arrive at a solution that others may app...
In this episode of podcast Psyched! with Dr. Seth, psychologist Dr. Seth Meyers provides updated commentary to the original analysis he shared on his YouTube channel, Dr. Seth: Psychologist. In this update, Dr. Seth focuses on viewers' reactions to the Netflix docu-series Amy Bradley Is Missing, about the 23-year old woman who disappeared on a cruise ship but was reportedly seen by multiple witnesses later. Dr. Seth discusses the d...
In this episode of podcast Psyched! with Dr. Seth,psychologist Dr. Martin Antony, an expert in social anxiety, discusses the difference between shyness and social anxiety disorder. He explains that while shyness is a normal personality trait, social anxiety becomes a concern when itinterferes with daily functioning and causes significant distress. The discussion highlights how social anxiety can negatively affect personal relations...
In episode # 32 of Psyched! with Dr. Seth, psychologist Dr. Seth Meyers brings in friend of the show Tasha Eddy for discussion of human behavior hot topics. Dr. Seth and Tash talk about how a recent report says that about 25% of people under the age of 30 have already experienced -- wait for it -- burnout! They discuss how this is possible and sprinkle in discussions of how pets keep us sane and how our reliance on electronic devic...
In episode # 31 of podcast Get Psyched! with Dr. Seth, psychologist Dr. Seth Meyers sits down with Dr. Angela Wood to explore the powerful technique of motivational interviewing—a person-centered counseling approach designed to help individuals inspire themselves to make meaningful changes. Dr. Wood shares expert insights on how understanding personal values, embracing small steps, and fostering self-empowerment can pave the way fo...
In episode # 30 of podcast Get Psyched! with Dr. Seth, psychologist Dr. Seth Meyers opens with talking about how so many of us do something incredibly simple – breathing! – the wrong way. He shares an insight nugget he learned on the topic from actress Demi Moore’s bestselling memoir, Inside Out. Dr. Seth then shifts the focus to what is arguably one of the world’s most frustrating types of behaviors: passive-aggressive behavior. ...
In episode # 29 of podcast Get Psyched! with Dr. Seth, psychologist Dr. Seth Meyers speaks with University of Chicago political science professor and author Eric Oliver about the psychological underpinnings of conspiracy theories. They discuss their growing appeal and explore multiple theories about why people believe them. They discuss specific widespread theories about Barack Obama, cancer and the pharmaceutical industry, 9/11 an...
In episode # 28 of podcast Get Psyched! with Dr. Seth, psychologist Dr. Seth Meyers dishes on the psychology of the contents of one’s online shopping cart, the shocking appeal of a Monster Truck Jam, and what a year’s worth of receipts for the events we paid to go to reveal about us. Dr. Seth breaks down the two kinds of humor that are associated with being good for your health and, in the segment, That’s Just Ridiculous!, highligh...
In episode # 27 of podcast Get Psyched! with Dr. Seth, psychologist Dr. Seth Meyers discusses various hot topics in human behavior: a Broadway star's tirade and how we can relate to it; the viral video of what appears to be the French President's wife (whoa!) physically assaulting him; the Everything Bagel: Sleep Edition segment on all things sleep, including all the detours one should expect from such a throwing-spaghetti-...
In episode # 26 of podcast Get Psyched! with Dr. Seth, psychologist Dr. Seth Meyers sits down with Emmy-winning and four-time James Beard Award-winning TV personality, chef and food advocate Andrew Zimmern. Together, they discuss the psychology behind food preferences and flavors, the fine line between craft and art in cooking, and why chefs are becoming powerful voices for social change. Dr. Seth asks whether the reputation of che...
In episode # 25 of podcast Get Psyched! with Dr. Seth, psychologist Dr. Seth Meyers uses the old soap opera "Dallas" as a platform to talk about why people are drawn to the guilty TV pleasures they're drawn to, whether it's a soap opera or a sports event like boxing, where some seem to enjoy “watching people kick each other’s asses." In addition, Dr. Seth spotlights a wild news story involving superstar Cher ...
In episode # 24 of podcast Get Psyched! with Dr. Seth, psychologist Dr. Seth Meyers analyzes parts of the lives, crimes and horrific murders that married couple Fred and Rose West were charged with in England. Dr. Seth discusses this couple, who has been described in numerous books and documentaries, through the psychological lens of an FBI report on serial murder about the motivations of serial killers. Dr. Seth ultimately discuss...
Host of podcast Get Psyched! with Dr. Seth, psychologist Dr. Seth Meyers leads listeners through highlights of some of the interviews that make up the first 22 episodes of the podcast. True to the podcast's mission, Dr. Seth's interviews allow listeners to look through psychological windows into the experiences of others to gain insight and understand themselves and others better. Sometimes funny, sometimes reflective -- th...
In episode # 22 of Get Psyched! with Dr. Seth, psychologist Dr. Seth Meyers interviews Shaolin kung fu black belt expert Aaron Ash on the mental health and psychological benefits of practicing kung fu. Aaron dishes on why is your average dojo so intimidating, the purpose of kung fu, and how some may think of dojos as bastions of toxic masculinity but many dojos are welcoming to women.
TRIGGER WARNING: Child abuse discussed. In episode # 21 of podcast Get Psyched! with Dr. Seth, psychologist Dr. Seth Meyers interviews social worker Alexis Tate who has retired after 27 years of service helping families and children after child abuse, including sexual abuse. Having worked for decades with one of the busiest Children's Advocacy Centers in the United States, Alexis explains the counter-intuitive way social worker...
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