Psychology 101: Exploring Mind and Behavior

Psychology 101: Exploring Mind and Behavior

Dive into the fascinating world of psychology with our podcast that mirrors a first-year college course. From classic psychological theories to the latest research findings, we cover a range of psychology topics. Whether you're interested in intro to psychology or want to expand your knowledge of psychological concepts, this podcast offers valuable insights into the human mind. Join us as we explore the essentials of psychology education and discover how these principles apply to real-life situations. Perfect for students, educators, and anyone curious about the mind and behavior.

Episodes

Understanding Social Influence: Key Psychological Effects Explained | Intro to Psychology

October 15, 2025
Discover how social influence shapes our thoughts and actions, with insights into conformity, obedience, and groupthink in an engaging psychology 101 style.
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Resilience Psychology in Relationships: Understanding the Key to Lasting Love

October 14, 2025
Discover how resilience psychology helps couples overcome challenges and build stronger, lasting relationships by learning crucial psychological concepts.
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Understanding Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Research: A Psychology 101 Guide

October 13, 2025
Explore the research behind Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and its role in psychology education. Learn how CBT changes thoughts, emotions, and behaviors effectively.
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Psychological Impact of Leadership Styles Explained | Psychology 101 Insights

October 12, 2025
Explore how leadership styles affect mental health and motivation with practical psychology insights. Learn key psychological concepts with psychology 101.
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Essential Developmental Psychology Books and Intro to Psychology Resources

October 11, 2025
Discover top developmental psychology books and a beginner-friendly intro to psychology course to better understand human growth and behavior.
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Psychological Motives for Altruism Explained | Intro to Psychology Insights

October 10, 2025
Explore the psychological motives behind altruism, from empathy to social exchange theory, in an easy-to-understand discussion on human behavior.
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Social Influence Psychology Experiments Explained | Intro to Psychology Insights

October 9, 2025
Explore classic social influence psychology experiments that reveal why we conform, obey authority, and how the bystander effect works in everyday life.
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Understanding Social Identity and Political Behavior: A Psychology 101 Overview

October 8, 2025
Explore how social identity influences political behavior and why our group affiliations shape voting and attitudes more than facts or policies.
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Psychology of Language and Communication: Understanding the Mind Behind Words

October 7, 2025
Explore the psychology of language in communication and learn how words shape thought, identity, and connection in everyday life.
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How Psychology Explains Philanthropic Decision-Making: Insights from Intro to Psychology

October 6, 2025
Discover how psychological concepts shape philanthropic decision-making. Learn why empathy, social influence, and identity affect giving behaviors.
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Understanding Community Psychology Interventions: A Practical Look at Psychology 101

October 5, 2025
Explore community psychology interventions—how they improve well-being by changing environments and empowering communities beyond individual treatment.
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Understanding Political Decision-Making Psychology: Key Concepts from Intro to Psychology

October 4, 2025
Explore how psychological concepts like motivated reasoning, social identity, and heuristics shape our political decisions in this accessible intro to psychology talk.
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The Psychological Benefits of Giving Explained in Psychology 101

October 3, 2025
Discover how giving boosts your mood, builds social bonds, and improves health through key psychological concepts and theories.
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Psychology of Happiness in Relationships: Insights from Psychology 101

October 2, 2025
Discover how psychological concepts like trust, emotional connection, and communication build happiness in relationships and why understanding psychology matters.
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What Counseling Psychology Programs Offer: Your Guide to a Meaningful Career

October 1, 2025
Explore what counseling psychology programs cover, who they’re for, and why they matter. Perfect for anyone curious about psychology education and counseling careers.
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Understanding Attachment Theory and Its Impact on Mental Health | Intro to Psychology Explained

September 30, 2025
Discover how attachment theory shapes mental health and relationships, explained simply for anyone interested in psychological concepts and psychology education.
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Understanding the Psychology of Personality: Key Concepts Explained

September 29, 2025
Discover essential personality psychology theories and concepts in this engaging and accessible intro to human behavior and traits.
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Experimental Psychology Applications You Didn’t Know Impact Your Life

September 28, 2025
Discover how experimental psychology shapes everyday decisions, behavior, and fields like education and marketing in this easy-to-understand overview.
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Understanding Social Psychology and Morality in Everyday Life – Psychology 101 Insights

September 27, 2025
Learn how social psychology shapes our moral decisions and influences behavior in everyday situations. A must-hear for psychology education enthusiasts!
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Understanding the Social Psychology of Learning: How We Learn Together

September 26, 2025
Discover how social psychology shapes the way we learn through interaction, motivation, and group influence in this engaging overview of psychological concepts.
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