Join Marta and Meaghan as they use Psychology (and other sciences) to explore the world around them. They take a casual approach, to some fascinating topics and aim to leave you with an A-Ha! moment at the end of every episode!
Have you ever walked past a person and thought "man, they look like they could use a hand" or, "I wish I had more time to stop and help them"? If yes, then this episode is for you! This week Meaghan teaches us about the good samaritan experiment that was held at a seminary in the 70's. Then, Marta and Meaghan explore how those findings can be thought about in the current day and what it means for us. If you're still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well? Please review us on our socials and tell us how you liked this episode! Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewedidnt@gmail.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whoknewwedidnt
It's been just over one year of WKWD, and you know what we've learned? Well, lots about psychology, obviously, but lots about podcasting too. One of the greatest lessons from the past year is that Marta and Meaghan are prone to making mistakes. Seriously! So. many. bloopers. We've gathered up some of our funniest screw ups from the past year and have packed them all together in a nice little bundle for you! Happy New Year listeners, and thanks for listening to us blather on all this time. Cheers to 2019! If you're still reading this description (does anyone actually read these descriptions?), you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well. Please review us on our socials and tell us how you liked this episode! Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewedidnt@gmail.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whoknewwedidnt
***WARNING: This episode talks about some gory stuff, like head wounds*** When I say Phineas, you say? … Better not be Ferb! We Talk About: Railroad Tamps Phineas Gage How we learned about what areas of the brain do what Socials If you're still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well? Please review us on our socials and tell us how you liked this episode! Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewedidnt@gmail.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whoknewwedidnt
The moral of today's story is that it's effing hard to have an open and honest conversation while being politically correct. See for yourselves as Meaghan teaches Marta about gender dysphoria, and the difference between sex and gender (a lesson that Marta doesn't seem to grasp). We also talk about: Gender dysphoria and gender identity Classification, diagnosis, and treatment of gender dysphoria One of Meaghan's top 5 favourite Star Trek Episodes (yes, we went there) Transgender politics and how to have a dialogue while remaining respectful (spoiler: its hard as heck) Sources: Paula Stone TED Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lrYx7HaUlMY Shannon Thrace TED Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M3mnUMmUAHQ The Economist: "Transgender Politics Focuses on Who Determines Someone's Gender": https://www.economist.com/briefing/2018/10/25/transgender-politics-focuses-on-who-determines-someones-gender Socials: If you're still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well? Please review us on our socials and tell us how you liked this episode! Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whoknewwedidnt
The Canadian Criminal Code dictates that there are two ways a person can escape immediate prosecution for a crime. Both centre around the mental health of the offender. One option, is to be deemed not criminally responsible, and the other is the be deemed unfit to stand trial. In today’s episode we talk about both of these outcomes, and what happens in order to get deemed not criminally responsible, and what that means for your prosecution. Is it a get out of jail free card? Marta and Meaghan don’t think so, but we’ll let you come to your own conclusions. Sources: That review board study that Marta nerded out about: http://www.justice.gc.ca/eng/rp-pr/csj-sjc/jsp-sjp/rr06_1/toc-tdm.html That other study that Marta nerded out about (Trajectory Project): https://www.mentalhealthcommission.ca/English/document/71181/national-trajectory-project Power of attorney https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Power_of_attorney Competence (law) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Competence_(law) Fitness to plead https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fitness_to_plead YES MARTA USED LOTS OF WIKIPEDIA SOURCES OKAY! Let me live. There’s some other legitimate sources, but who reads this description anyway. If you’re still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well. Would you like to write to us and tell us how it went? Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknew didnt@gmail.com Money Minute Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whoknewwedidnt
Ever stood idly by while some crazy sh*t was happening? No, neither have we.... We Talk About: The murder of Kitty Genovese (Geneoveeze? Genoveessee?? How do you say it?) The Bystander Effect and Pluralistic Ignorance M&M reflect on their own experiences with Diffusion of Responsibility The Volunteers Dilemma How do we break out of the Bystander Effect? If you’re still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well. Would you like to write to us and tell us how it went? Also, Marta made some shirts. Want one, check out our Patreon :) Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com Money Minute Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whoknewwedidnt
Today we talk about the Stanford Prison Experiment. If you have been anywhere near psychology in your life, you've probably heard of it. Well, we take you further in to explore the insanity that happened during the experiment! Supporting materials: The Experiment: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0997152/ Zimbardo's Ted Talks: https://www.ted.com/speakers/philip_zimbardo If you’re still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well. Would you like to write to us and tell us how it went? SocialsTwitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com Money MinutePatreon: https://www.patreon.com/whoknewwedidnt
This week, Marta teaches Meaghan all about the Little Albert experiment! We cover topics such as: Classical conditioning GeneralizationCesar Milan’s dog training book Plus, learn more about our favourite new hashtag #littlealberta And if you're interested in watching some video footage of this experiment, you can find it on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YmtRjUtAa84 If you’re still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well. Would you like to write to us and tell us how it went? SocialsTwitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com Money MinutePatreon: https://www.patreon.com/whoknewwedidnt
Today Marta gets opinionated while talking about the law, a topic which she knows nothing about. With Meaghan she investigates how psychology is involved in the law and they get into some interesting discussions. Unsurprisingly, Marta got too fired up and Meaghan had to bring her back to earth. Listen on for more! We Talk About: Types of legal rights Classes of citizens who don’t have full rights Power of attorney Legal age of consent Sources: Power of attorney https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Power_of_attorney Competence (law) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Competence_(law) Fitness to plead https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fitness_to_plead YES MARTA USED LOTS OF WIKIPEDIA SOURCES OKAY! Let me live. There’s some other legitimate sources, but who reads this description anyway. If you’re still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well. Would you like to write to us and tell us how it went? Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com Money Minute Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whoknewwedidnt
This week, Meaghan and Marta discuss the very real and rather heartbreaking topic of Alzheimer's and Dementia. Though it's a sad and all too relateable topic for both M&M, they wanted to learn more and better understand this pervasive subject. Topics:-the Three Things you need to diagnose something-why Alzheimers and Dementia are such a popular topic of research right now-Brain Food and what you can do to lower your risk of Alzheimers Also discussed are some very cool studies and TED Talks found while researching this topic. If you're so inclined, you can check out these fascinating resources below: The 'Big Bang' of Alzheimer's: Scientists ID genesis of disease: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/07/180710153739.htmpH imbalance in brain cells may contribute to Alzheimer's disease: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/08/180802130758.htmAlzheimer's drug may stop disease if used before symptoms develop, study suggests: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/08/180801160022.htmBrain discovery could block aging's terrible toll on the mind: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/07/180726085721.htm Beth Fauth’s TED Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SxZqoIbnVisJay Newton Small’s TED Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8bhT4mdAW98Kate Irving’s TED Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8a9AguRGmbE If you’re still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well. Would you like to write to us and tell us how it went? SocialsTwitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com Money MinutePatreon: https://www.patreon.com/whoknewwedidnt Marta usually writes these descriptions... Marta is in Greece.... Marta owes Meaghan a beer ;)
This week we talk about the school system in Canada. We chat about what works, and what needs improvement. This is a pretty free form episode, so if it's not your thing, that is ok! Tune in for our next one :) We mentioned these guys during the episode: https://campwinston.com/ If you’re still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well. Would you like to write to us and tell us how it went? Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com Money Minute Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whoknewwedidnt
This week we had the exciting opportunity to interview two experts in the field of Autism and Behaviour Therapy. We learned a lot about treatment options for Autism, what life with Autism looks like, and how to help those around you. Our interviewees today were the founders of Endless Abilities; Rebecca Lake and Fady Beshara! We talk about: Behaviour Therapy Autism Acronyms in Autism: CCAC, IBI, ABA, SLT, BT Gluten and Cassien and how they may impact sociability We recommend reading: Some Current Dimensions of Applied Behavior Analysis Behavioral Treatment and Normal Educational and Intellectual Functioning in Young Autistic Children If you’re still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well. Would you like to write to us and tell us how it went? Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com Money Minute Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whoknewwedidnt
Marta writes these descriptions. Marta asked Meaghan for help and Meaghan said: "This week's episode is about something we completely forget because we recorded it WAY longer than 18 seconds ago" "This week's episode is about... wait... I forget... oh yeah! Memory!" So thats what you get folks We talked about: Types of memory What affects your memory Theories of memory The receptionist of your brain Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com Money Minute Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whoknewwedidnt
Have you ever turned to a song to help you deal with your emotions? Do you have a song that you blast when you are angry? Or one that you sing softly while weeping about a breakup? Yes, to the angry one, no to the breakup one. Duh, we’ve never been dumped (this is a lie). Anyway, we have more questions: Do you know what a Musician does? Do you know what a Therapist does? Do you know what happens when they mush these two terms together? MUSIC THERAPY! Join us this week as we dispel some myths and teach you things about the magic of music. Content warning: Marta sings Sinead O’Connor https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-EF60neguk We Talk About: Music and how it affects our emotions Babies and music Musicians Music Therapy Are you sensing a theme here? It’s all about music. Sources: Erin Seibert Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=47-90fPyQa8 Kathleen M. Howland Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NlY4yCsGKXU Robert Gupta Ted Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/robert_gupta#t-547527 Music and Motion Study: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/science/phenomena/2012/12/18/why-does-music-move-us-so/ Music and Emotion: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nT3O93-nxDc Music and Children: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M2sqXbwlaWw Instruments and your brain: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0JKCYZ8hng Alec Baldwin Science Festival: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W6GI2vpCrbM Alive Inside Movie: http://www.aliveinside.us/#land Music and Memory Foundation: http://www.aliveinside.us/#land If you’re still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well. Would you like to write to us and tell us how it went? Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com Money Minute Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whoknewwedidnt
Hey guys, we have some news for you this week about a small adjustment that we are making to our podcast. Just for the summer! Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com Money Minute Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whoknewwedidnt
Spoiler alert. It isn't a science. Not really, not yet at least! BUT all hope is not lost. Just take a listen and join us for the discussion about Criminal Profiling. We talk about: Criminal profiling (duh) Scientific rigour History of criminal profiling Malcom Gladwell (https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2007/11/12/dangerous-minds) Criminal profiling vs. Horoscopes If you’re still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well. Would you like to write to us and tell us how it went? Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com Money Minute Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whoknewwedidnt
Humans flying, winning the lottery and illicit affairs. What do these three things have in common? They all happen in your dreams! Join us this week as we talk about dreams, the things that happen in your brain while you’re dreaming Topics: Lucid Dreams Theory of Dreaming The Function of Dreams If you’re still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well. Would you like to write to us and tell us how it went? Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com Money Minute Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whoknewwedidnt
Have you ever pulled an all nighter while studying for an exam? You might have been raising your risk of cancer, emotional freakouts and flunking without even knowing it! Join us this week to learn of alllll the effects of lack of sleep on your body and mind! Topics: Physical health Intellectual and emotional risks Genetic changes If you’re still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well. Would you like to write to us and tell us how it went? Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com Money Minute Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whoknewwedidnt
In light of the deaths due to gun violence in our recent history, we wanted to take a look at the people behind the gun. What is it that makes someone capable of killing so many innocent people? Topics: Commonalities between most mass shooters Pulse Nightclub shooting Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting The link between mental health and gun violence If you’re still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well. Would you like to write to us and tell us how it went? Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com Money Minute Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whoknewwedidnt
Hey there distractible people, ever wondered if you have ADHD? Same. Today that’s exactly what we talk about! We talk about how it is being over diagnosed, how it can be treated, and what exactly sugar has to do with this whole thing. Topics: ADHD definition ADD vs. ADHD Stigma surrounding medication Treatment options What goes into a diagnosis If you’re still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well. Would you like to write to us and tell us how it went? Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com Money Minute Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whoknewwedidnt
Missing some information about cults? We have your back! Topics: Asch Conformity Experiments Milgram Experiments Sherif Experiment Optimism Bias Self Serving Bias If you’re still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well. Would you like to write to us and tell us how it went? Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com Money Minute Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whoknewwedidnt
Have you ever wondered what it takes to start a cult, recruit people into a cult and what it takes to make people kill for a cult? Wonder no more dear listener because that is what we cover in today’s episode! Join us for a laugh and some learning. Also, if you don’t have friends, give us a call, we know a cult you could join. Topics: Seekers, Charles Manson, The Family, Jonestown, Farcry5 Types of cults What makes people join cults, and kill for cults When do cults gain traction How to escape a cult Temporal lobe epilepsy and cults How to resist cults Deprogramming vs exit counselling Links: Wiki-how to leave a cult - https://www.wikihow.com/Leave-a-Cult Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3339966/ Martha Marcy May Marlene - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1441326/ Heavens Gate Podcast - https://www.heavensgate.show/ I was in a cult podcast called I Got the Hell Out - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/i-got-the-hell-out/id1330327174?mt=2 Can We Cult Podcast - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/can-we-cult/id1265200611?mt=2 LPOTL: Jonestown - https://www.lastpodcastontheleft.com/ Podcast about Isis and recruitment- https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2016/07/15/485900076/how-a-danish-town-helped-young-muslims-turn-away-from-isis If you’re still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well. Would you like to write to us and tell us how it went? Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com Money Minute Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whoknewwedidnt
Today We Cover: The minimal group paradigm! We talk about groups, and what makes a person feel like they have membership to a specific group. We also talk about the implications of existing group studies, and where next group studies can go! If you’re still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well. Would you like to write to us and tell us how it went? Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com Money Minute Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whoknewwedidnt
Ahoy there listeners! Welcome back to Who Knew? We Didn’t, the Study Study edition! With Marta away, it’s just Meaghan this week, and she wants to tell you more about The Oak Ridge Program. Get ready to learn more about what happens when you pump a bunch of psychopaths full of LSD, strip them down to their birthday suits, and lock them in an isolation chamber. I’ll be you can’t guess how that’s gonna work out... or maybe you can? Either way, give this episode a listen and find out! And if you’re interested to see more, or hear a first-hand account from one of the men treated at Oak Ridge, have a look at this piece by The National on CBC: http://www.cbc.ca/news/thenational/the-secrets-of-oak-ridge-1.3471852?autoplay=true If you’re still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well. Would you like to write to us and tell us how it went? Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com Money Minute Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whoknewwedidnt
Learn about pets, how they evolved along with us and how they can help treat our ailments in today's episode Today We Cover Boris Levinson Hippotherapy Genetic similarities between humans and dogs Electrode therapy The science-practise gap We Read, Listened and Watched Panda’s falling video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RLQiAqc1MI8 Joe Rogan Podcast: http://jrefan.com/the-joe-rogan-experience-episode-965-with-robert-sapolsky/ Podcast about doctor with aspergers: https://www.npr.org/2016/07/07/485138695/invisibilia-an-experiment-helps-one-woman-see-the-world-in-a-new-way The Letdown: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7320300/ Bullshit “Numbers” episode = Season 4, episode 9 Bullshit “Dolphins” episode = Season 6, episode 4 Equine therapy: https://www.youtube.com/embed/FakQVg0Ck34 Also, if you want, here are the buzzfeed lists/quizzes we talked about: https://www.buzzfeed.com/elainawahl/are-you-a-cat-person-or-dog-person?utm_term=.xmBnrR9LW#.uu1K1kqvd https://www.buzzfeed.com/jennifertonti/purr-fect-products-for-your-inner-cat-lady?utm_term=.ii75Zg1dx#.mm1voL1nq https://www.buzzfeed.com/sarahhan/gifts-for-anyone-who-wishes-they-had-a-dog?utm_term=.cxVGa8EXw#.rjRe28Oql https://www.buzzfeed.com/elainawahl/23-things-you-need-if-youre-obsessed-with-your-dog?utm_term=.wbbdqxenV#.uh3A8X5nl If you’re still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well. Would you like to write to us and tell us how it went? Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com Money Minute Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whoknewwedidnt
Hey kids welcome back! Ever been invited into a dark alley to try some drugs? Cool, us neither. But this week we are following up on our Addictions Study Study with more addictions research! Today We Ask What is the definition of addiction? What is the difference between a habit and an addiction What happens to the brain chemically with drug use? Are people predisposed to addiction? How effective, really, is the 12 step program? We Also Talk About The best way to eat a banana What THE ROCK has to do with addiction Surprise step 13 in the 12 step program And SOS (http://www.sossobriety.org/) P.S. SOS stands for “Secular Organizations for Sobriety” If you or a loved one is living with addiction: http://www.ccdus.ca/Eng/Pages/Addictions-Treatment-Helplines-Canada.aspx https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/substance-abuse/get-help/get-help-with-drug-abuse.html If you’re still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well. Would you like to write to us and tell us how it went? Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com Money Minute Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whoknewwedidnt
Howdy there partner. Welcome back to Who Knew? We Didn't! Today We Cover Rats and addiction, the original addiction study Rat Park and addiction, the new revolution in addiction research Flaws of both studies, and steps forward We Read, Listened and Watched That Article I said I'd link: https://theoutline.com/post/2205/this-38-year-old-study-is-still-spreading-bad-ideas-about-addiction?zd=1&zi=uzz2w7s4 Everything you think you know about addiction is wrong: https://www.ted.com/talks/johann_hari_everything_you_think_you_know_about_addiction_is_wrong/up-next?language=en Rebranding Our Shame: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A9xFJ_hqzDQ If you’re still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well. Would you like to write to us and tell us how it went? Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com Money Minute Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whoknewwedidnt
What does Dr. Watson have in common with Uma Thurman? CONVERSION DISORDER! Listen on to get the scoop in our second ever Study Study Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com
Hey you guys! Meaghan is away this week so it's just Marta. BUT DONT LEAVE! I have an interesting topic for you today! Basically, we discuss this quote: "Never attribute to malice that which is adequately explained by stupidity." Cool Right? Stick around, give it a listen! If you’re still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well. Would you like to write to us and tell us how it went? Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com
Welcome one, welcome all! Today's episode, as promised is about CHOCOLATE! No, not really, but its about something equally primally attractive, chemicals... I'm not going to drag out this intro paragraph, just know that you're going to learn about this hashtag: #BRBgettinborn Today We Cover Testosterone Cortisol Dopamine Norepinephrine Anne Hathaway Oxytocin A little Hippo named Campus A Camp of Castrated Canaries (more than just a tounge twister) We Also Ask Does your mother have the power to shut down your brain? Do prarie voles mate for life, and how can we stop it? DO VACCINES CAUSE AUTISM? No, but maybe oxytocin? GURL, IS YOU OVULATING? I can smell it. If you’re still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well. Would you like to write to us and tell us how it went? Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com
Have you been in Love? Have you been in a long, monogamous relationship? Then this episode is for you. Whether you’re into marriage, or want to be a single pringle for your whole life, we think there's something to learn here, and also…. We try really hard to make hashtags happen in this episode so bear with us. #Mindtrails #freudvoid #solvethesolveable. Today we cover: Freud's theory of love Maslow’s theory of love Theory of liking vs. loving: the 3 ingredients of love Colour Wheel of Love (YES IT IS SPELLED WITH A “U” BECAUSE IT WAS A CANADIAN WHO MADE THIS THEORY GET OFF MY CASE!) (woah Marta, chill) Sternberg’s Love Triangle: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Triangular_theory_of_love Carte de Tendre: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Map_of_Tendre We also ask and learn: Do we really need self actualization to be able to fall in love? Is passionate love the same as compassionate? Sometimes the best thing in your relationship, is a cleaning lady What does Fight/Flight have to do with love? Can you increase your capacity to love? We watched, read, listened to: Plato’s Symposium: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Symposium_(Plato) Demo Lovato- Ruin the Friendship: https://itunes.apple.com/ca/album/tell-me-you-love-me-deluxe/1273382676 Esther Perel: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0060753641/?tag=wwwestherpere-20 Eli Finkel: All or Nothing Marriage 7 Principles of Making a Marriage Work: John Gottman https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Seven_Principles_for_Making_Marriage_Work Bill and Melinda Gates: https://www.gatesnotes.com/2018-Annual-Letter?WT.mc_id=02_13_2018_02_AnnualLetter2018_DO-COM_&WT.tsrc=DOCOM In this episode, we made some leaps to try to make puns, if you’re still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well (that’s another leap…). Would you like to write to us and tell us how it went? Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com
WARNING: This episode covers mature topics and concepts such as sex, eroticism, etc. This week, Meaghan and Marta really get it in…. I mean… get into it. Because really, deep down we all just wanna do it like they do on the discovery channel! (Please tell me you get the reference). Anyway, we talk about the following: Sex as a physical need Sense of smell and sex How to score ladies in Germany Mate selection and ovulation And we watched/read the following to get ready for our chat: Simplify Podcast: Season 1 Bonus Episode- https://www.blinkist.com/magazine/posts/simplify-marriage-eli-finkel Where Should We Begin: Esther Perel- https://www.estherperel.com/podcast Missing Richard Simmons podcast- https://www.missingrichardsimmons.com/ FASCINATING article about bonobos: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/bonobo-sex-and-society-2006-06/ Article about love as a wave: #13 “Learn to ride the waves” - https://markmanson.net/relationship-advice Links to Esther Perel’s incredible TED Talks: https://www.ted.com/talks/esther_perel_rethinking_infidelity_a_talk_for_anyone_who_has_ever_loved#t-397281 https://www.ted.com/talks/esther_perel_the_secret_to_desire_in_a_long_term_relationship#t-1124047 And the one from Christopher Ryan, which was also pretty cool: https://www.ted.com/talks/christopher_ryan_are_we_designed_to_be_sexual_omnivores#t-826162 Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com
It’s Parenting-Theory central up in hurr! This week, we complete Part II of the Psychology of Family Dynamics with a thorough break-down for Parent-Child relationships. Marta teaches Meaghan about: Theories of Parenting Styles Attachment Theory The name of that theory where your one divorced parent turns you against your other divorced parent Tips and tricks for grandparenting That one We also learn that Grade 5 is where it all went down hill for both of us on the math front... Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com
Continuing on with the Psychology of Relationships series, M&M dive into Family Dynamics. This is Part 1: Siblings, and for once, Meaghan teaches Marta! We discuss topics like:Sibling Rivalry Birth Order How sibling relationships change over time Only children - do only children actually have different brains from those with siblings??? You’ll find out! Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com
Is aquaintanceships a word? Discover that, and much more in this weeks episode of Who Knew? We Didn't! This week we talk about: What it takes to turn an aquaintance into a friend What you need in a friendship How to be a good friend Gender differences in friendships Workpalce friendships and how they affect happiness at work When family and work relationships collide Workbaes We also: Nerd out about the word Hubris Make workbae jokes Talk about a TV show that Marta has finally seen Does anyone read these blurbs anyway? AM I SPEAKING INTO A VOID?! Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com
This week, M&M go real deep and personal about their own struggles with counselling, eating disorders, depression and self hatred in its various forms. Listen to this episode to learn how to help yourself and others, and learn A LOT about M&M along the way! Trigger Warning: we discuss suicide in this episode. If this topic is difficult or upsetting for you, please stop listening at around the 1 hour mark. Links to Help Resources and Contact Information Below: US For general information on mental health and to find local treatment services, call the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Treatment Referral Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). The SAMHSA website has a Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator that can search for treatment information by address, city, or ZIP code. Visit the NIMH’s Help for Mental Illnesses webpage for more information and resources (https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/find-help/index.shtml) Canada Canadian Mental Health Association is a national organization that promotes the mental health for everyone, and supports the resilience and recovery of people experiencing mental illnessCMHA doesn’t provide direct mental health services or support, so you should contact your local CMHA for more information about mental health programs and service near you. You can find this by going to: cmha.ca/find-your-cmha In Ontario, the Ontario Mental Health Helpline: 1-866-531-2600, or http://www.mentalhealthhelpline.ca/ Also in Ontario (GTA specifically) - Planned Parenthood Toronto offers free mental health counsellingThis is the service Meaghan mentioned in this episode that provided invaluable help as she struggled with mental health and getting control of her eating disorder. Go to: http://www.ppt.on.ca/ or call 416-961-0113 Also, CAMH, which we mentioned in our last episode, the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, is an EXCELLENT resource – cannot speak highly enough of themthey’re in Ontario, but even just their website is a good resource for finding good resources and suggestions Access CAMH is a phone-based service that provides information and resources for individuals and their families on mental illness, addiction and concurrent disorders.provide information about how families can access CAMH services for a family member or friend, as well as provide information about services available in the community (including crisis centres), and can connect families to support groups and educational sessions co-ordinated by CAMH. Call Access CAMH for mental health and addictions information, eligibility requirements and instructions on making a referral to CAMH, to refer yourself for addictions services. Most patients looking for help with drugs, alcohol or other addictions will be scheduled for their first appointment in one call. (416) 535-8501 and select option 2. In Crisis? If You Are in Crisis: Call the toll-free National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The service is available to anyone. All calls are confidential. Or If you are thinking about harming yourself or thinking about suicide:Tell someone who can help right away Call your licensed mental health professional if you are already working with Call your doctor Go to the nearest hospital emergency department If a loved one is considering suicide:Do not leave him or her alone Try to get your loved one to seek immediate help from a doctor or the nearest hospital emergency room, or call 911 Remove access to firearms or other potential tools for suicide, including medications Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com
Hey guys, this week we cover depression, bipolar disorder, and anxiety. These are the most common mental illnesses and theres alot to talk about. Tune in if you can, but be warned that we discuss suicide, and if you will find this triggering, then please do not listen. We love you. HELP RESOURCE CONTACT INFO US: For general information on mental health and to find local treatment services, call the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Treatment Referral Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). The SAMHSA website has a Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator that can search for treatment information by address, city, or ZIP code. Visit the NIMH’s Help for Mental Illnesses webpage for more information and resources (https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/find-help/index.shtml) Canada Canadian Mental Health Association is a national organization that promotes the mental health for everyone, and supports the resilience and recovery of people experiencing mental illness CMHA doesn’t provide direct mental health services or support, so you should contact your local CMHA for more information about mental health programs and service near you you can find this by going to: cmha.ca/find-your-cmha In Ontario, the Ontario Mental Health Helpline: 1-866-531-2600, or http://www.mentalhealthhelpline.ca/ Also, CAMH, which we mentioned in our last episode, the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, is an EXCELLENT resource – cannot speak highly enough of them they’re in Ontario, but even just their website is a good resource for finding good resources and suggestions Access CAMH is a phone-based service that provides information and resources for individuals and their families on mental illness, addiction and concurrent disorders. provide information about how families can access CAMH services for a family member or friend, as well as provide information about services available in the community (including crisis centres), and can connect families to support groups and educational sessions co-ordinated by CAMH. Call Access CAMH for mental health and addictions information, eligibility requirements and instructions on making a referral to CAMH, to refer yourself for addictions services. Most patients looking for help with drugs, alcohol or other addictions will be scheduled for their first appointment in one call. (416) 535-8501 and select option 2. In Crisis?: If You Are in Crisis: Call the toll-free National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The service is available to anyone. All calls are confidential. Or If you are thinking about harming yourself or thinking about suicide: Tell someone who can help right away Call your licensed mental health professional if you are already working with Call your doctor Go to the nearest hospital emergency department If a loved one is considering suicide: Do not leave him or her alone Try to get your loved one to seek immediate help from a doctor or the nearest hospital emergency room, or call 911 Remove access to firearms or other potential tools for suicide, including medications Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com
This Week on Who Knew? We Didn't! We talk about Psychopathy, Sociopathy, and Anti-Social Personality Disorder. Are there any differences? Are all these terms basically the same thing? We also talk about Assessment measures for each disorder Rehabilitative outlook for psychopaths Recidivism statistics The nuanced differences between the terms Here are some of the videos and articles we chatted about: Jon Ronson's Ted Talk (the story of Tony the Pinstripe Psychopath): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xYemnKEKx0c The Psychopath Child video we freaked out about: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VDVaiwzU8yc&t=85s A Summary of the Oakridge Program (aka. the Naked Psychopaths on LSD Experiment): https://historyexhibit.waypointcentre.ca/exhibits/show/treatment/or-program Stay Curious, and Cover All Your Baskets. Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com
What makes Serena Williams the best? How do I use exercise to improve my well being? What makes one elite athlete better than another? All of these questions we answer in today's episode of Who Knew? We Didn't! Topics we cover: Resistance Training Extreme Sports Women in the Olympics E-sports Ted Talks (as usual) We also invented a new word that is a hybrid of probability and cheese... Probrabrie. :) Enjoy! Links https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7xnbUT3rOvQ http://www.sportpsychologytoday.com/sport-psychology-for-coaches/sports-pre-performance-routines/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KI3WJXNhCJ8 https://www.mendeley.com/research-papers/application-mindfulnessacceptancecommitment-mac-protocol-adolescent-springboard-diver/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/the-power-prime/201207/sports-why-the-worlds-best-athletes-use-routines Socials Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com
Who Knew? We Didn't! Today we talk about Social Media. Marta starts the episode off with OUTRAGE about google+, but luckily she chills out, makes tonnes of mic noises and chats with the ever patient Meaghan about Social Media. Have you ever wondered about how Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, etc affect your life? We talk about that here! We talk about: How social media affects your sleep Why we like social media How we use social media Positives of social media How race and media interact As usual, reach out dollface, we'd love to hear from you. Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com
This week on Who Knew? We Didn't! Marta and Meaghan talk about the things that go into making a mass murderer. Have you ever wondered if any old normal person can be turned into a Ted Bundy or John Wayne Gacy? The answer is.... sort of. It takes a perfect cocktail of trauma and genetics to make someone like that but it's possible. Please don't try this at home. Note: We are not criminologists, and do not have any sort of expertise in this matter. If you want to let us know something new about this, please chime in!
Hey guys, We are back (finally) and we have a super relevant episode for you all today! Its about how to dance around those political conversations with your family during holiday season. Does uncle Joe get on your nerves with his political stance? or is aunt Margaret a thick headed ninny about environmental policy? This is the episode for you to listen to! We talk about why these conversations happen, why we get so heated about them, and GASP! how to resolve them in a calm manner that will not cause everyone to kill eachother. I know, it's crazy. Welcome for this crazy ride, we are so excited you're here! The Ted Talk we mentioned: https://www.ted.com/talks/robb_willer_how_to_have_better_political_conversations Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com
In today’s episode we learn about: How does the sense of touch work? This means temperature sensation, pain, and much more. Also, what happens if you loose your sense of sight? Or can you die if you lose your sense of touch? Tune in to find out! We also talk about the cortical homunculus (which Marta pronounced incorrectly the whole time, and maybe even spelled wrong). Find the wiki here: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cortical_homunculus What else... nothing! Stop reading already and go listen! And if you are listening and multitasking, how about joining our community? Twitter: @whoknewwedidnt Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/whoknewwedidnt/ Instagram: @whoknewwedidnt Email: whoknewwedidnt@gmail.com
Disclaimer: We recorded this episode remotely so there are some minor lag issues. BUT! We are confident that you will get over it though, because you love us :) Join us on this episode as we explore the way hollister and abercrombie smells make us feel, and how to enhance your taste of certain foods! Also, do you know what Umami is? No? Good, after you listen you will know what it is. Joooiiinnnn ussss. Joooiiinnnn ussss. Psychology, sensations, perceptions, story time, what's not to love?
Who Knew? We Didn't! is back with the first episode of their Sense & Perception Series. In this episode, Marta and Meaghan explore Vision and Hearing, and how our brains perceive these senses. Stay tuned for two more installments in this series to learn about Smell, Taste, and Touch!
In their second episode, Who Knew? We Didn't! hosts Marta and Meaghan explore four major theories of personality, what makes us "us," and how different theories of personality can be used to better understand yourself and others.
Who Knew? We Didn't! hosts Marta and Meaghan explore the basics of Psychology (and the world of podcasting) in their very first episode!
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