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Brain Buzz
by Brain Buzz Podcast
Brain Buzz makes research accessible and engaging. Join Drake and Kyle as they host talented researchers, exploring new and exciting topics in ways that will make your brain buzz!
Episodes
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A peek into sex therapy and sex addiction with Dr. Jason Winters
We are finally releasing a long awaited episode with Dr. Jason Winters! If you are interested in what it looks like to be in sex therapy, how sex therapists interact with their clients, how Jason treats and assesses sex addiction, or any other sex therapy related inquiries… you found the perfect...
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Couples coping during COVID with Dr. Ashley Randall and Gabe Leon
On today's episode we are joined by Dr. Ashley Randall from Arizona State University and Gabe Leon (A PhD student from The University of Southern California). Ashley and Gabe are two researchers that recently published a paper examining how couples cope with COVID-19. In their paper they examined...
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Global Development and youth peacebuilding with Alina Dixon
Dive into the grey areas of global development and youth peacebuilding with our long awaited guest, Alina Dixon. Alina is a PhD student at Queens University, in Kingston, Ontario. She is interested in troubling the western, liberal traditions of the dominant peacebuilding lexicon by examining how...
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Single and ready to mingle with Dr. Yuthika Girme
Do single people really have it worse than couples??? Dr. Yuthika Girme joins Brain Buzz Podcast to talk about her work on Singlehood! Do people in relationship have better mental and physical health than single people? How many single people want to be single vs. want to be in relationships? We...
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The History and Science of Powerlifting/ Bodybuilding with Dr. Eric Helms
Episode 76 has Dr. Eric Helms, host of Iron Culture, and research fellow for AUT at the Sports Performance Research Institute New Zealand talks all things POWERlifting and bodybuilding! Eric fills us in on how what the differences are between powerlifting and bodybuilding. Today’s episodes…
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Creating an alibi with Dr. Kureva Matuku
Where were you from 4pm-10pm last Tuesday? Who did you speak with or see? Can anyone corroborate your whereabouts? True crime enthusiasts, science lovers, and crime psychology fans rejoice! Dr. Kureva Matuku is going to explain how to make the perfect alibi. On episode 75 we figure out what…
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Mental Health Stigma with Dr. Petra Gronholm
Shownotes: Check out Petra’s open access paper on how to reduce stigma: Gronholm, P. C., Nosé, M., Van Brakel, W. H., Eaton, J., Ebenso, B., Fiekert, K., ... & Thornicroft, G. (2021). Reducing stigma and discrimination associated with COVID-19: early stage pandemic rapid review and practical...
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The science of bullshit with Dr. John Petrocelli
If you enjoyed the content of today’s show, make sure to pick up John’s new book, “The Life Changing Science of Detecting Bullshit” wherever you buy books!
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Why Sharks Matter with Dr. David Shiffman
Follow Dr. David Shiffman on Twitter @whysharksmatter and check out his “Save our seas” project here: https://saveourseas.com/project-leader/david-shiffman/. For David’s open access research on marine conservation and other topics visit: davidshiffmancv.com
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Accessing mental health care with Sir Graham Thornicroft
For more information Sir Graham Thornicoft’s research: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/people/graham-thornicroft Make sure to follow us on Twitter and instagram @brainbuzzpod and to follow us on Spotify/Apple podcast to get updates when new episodes are published! Cheers :)
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Believing Conspiracy Theories with Mikey Biddlestone and Ricky Green
Do you or one of your good friends strongly believe the earth is flat? Do you believe the COVID-19 vaccines are tracking us? Are all politicians really lizard people? Our guests: Ricky Green and Mikey Biddlestone (two PhD students from the University of Kent) are researchers that investigate why...
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DRUNK - how drinking shaped civilization with Edward Slingerland
Dr. Edward Slingerland from the University of British Columbia joins Brain Buzz to talk discuss his new book DRUNK! We talk about how alcohol and drinking may have shaped our modern civilization, impacted how we interact as humans, and why alcohol is so important to humans. What benefits does...
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Sleep and Cognition with Dr. Lauren Whitehurst
Grab a cup of coffee, take a cold shower, do what you have to do to wake yourself up! In episode 68 we got Dr. Lauren Whitehurst in the studio to talk about her work on sleep and cognition. Are you curious about what the world record for hours spent awake is? Have you ever wondered what sleep...
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Sexual Exploitation and human trafficking with Tiana Sharifi
Tiana Sharifi is the founder and owner of Sexual Exploitation Education, a British Columbia based organization dedicated to raising awareness and addressing service gaps around sexual exploitation in Canada. Tiana joins Kyle and Drake to discuss the prevalence and severity of sexual exploitation...
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Lootboxes and gambling with Gabe Brooks
Gabe Brooks, a returning guest from the University of British Columbia joins us to talk about the phenomenon of online gaming “Lootboxes” and the possible implications they have on imbuing problematic gambling behaviours in children and adult gamers! Why do people spend money on online lootboxes...
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Implicit Attitudes and Biases with Tessa Charlesworth
On today’s episode we are joined by Tessa Charlesworth, researcher at Harvard University, to talk about implicit attitudes and biases over time. Tessa shares with us how people change their minds in response to new experiences across the lifespan and how social attitudes and stereotypes shift…
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Particle Physics with Ben Davis-Purcell
On today’s episode we are joined by Ben Davis-Purcell, researcher at Carleton University, to talk about the study of the smallest things in the universe. Ben shares with us why studying particle physics is important to understanding the natural world and how particles interact to create…
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Online Presentations of Relationships with Dr. Gwendolyn Seidman
On today’s episode we are joined by Dr. Gwendolyn Seidman, Associate Professor of Psychology and Department Chair at Albright College, to talk about presentations of relationships on social media and how the posts are related to relationship satisfaction. Gwen shares with us how patterns of…
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Phubbing with Ryan Dwyer
On today’s episode we sit down to chat with Ryan Dwyer, graduate student in the Social Cognition and Emotion Lab at the University of British Columbia, to talk about phones and happiness. Ryan shares with us how phone use impacts our social and emotional relationships, and why it might be…
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Selfies and Posies with Dr. Chris Barry
In episode 61 we are joined by Dr. Chris Barry, Professor of Psychology at Washington State University, to chat about how adolescent’s self-perceptions impact their social media use. Chris shares how selfies and “posies” are related to an individual’s self-esteem and narcissism, and what that…
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Stronger than You Think with Dr. Gary Lewandowski
On today’s episode we are joined by Dr. Gary Lewandowski, Professor of Psychology at Monmouth University, to chat about his new book Stronger than You Think: The 10 Blind Spots That Undermine Your Relationship... and How to See Past Them. Gary shares with us some of the signs of healthy...
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Sex Differences in Alcohol Consumption with Dr. Anna Radke
Today we are joined by Dr. Anna Radke, Director of the Reward and Addictive Disorders Lab and Assistant Professor of Psychology at Miami University, to talk about sex differences in alcohol consumption. Anna shares with us how they use mice to understand how males and females differ in alcohol...
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Emotional Development with Dr. Seth Pollak
Today we are joined by Dr. Seth Pollak, Letters and Science Distinguished Professor of Psychology, Professor of Anthropology, Pediatrics, Neuroscience, and Public Affairs, and Laboratory Director of the Child Emotion Lab at the Waisman Centre at the University of Wisconsin - Madison, to talk…
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Long Distance Relationships with Dr. Kaitlyn Goldsmith
In today’s episode we are joined by Dr. Kaitlyn Goldsmith, Registered Psychologist and Lecturer at the University of British Columbia, to talk about long distance relationships. Kaitlyn shares with us why sexual satisfaction and well-being, including body image, mindfulness, and sexual...
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Breaking Up with Dr. Gary Lewandowski
In today’s episode we are joined by Dr. Gary Lewandowski, Professor of Psychology at Monmouth University, to talk about relationships, break-ups, and self-expansion. Gary explains why the ending of a relationship is not always a bad thing and instead can lead to self-growth and rediscover of the...
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Algorithms to Live By with Dr. Tom Griffiths
In today’s episode we are joined by Dr. Tom Griffiths, Professor of Psychology and Cognitive Science at Princeton University, to talk about the mathematical principles behind human cognition. Tom shares with us how mathematical models are used to understand cognition, and how these can be applied...
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A Month in Neurodegenerative Disease Research with Sarah Louadi and Elyn Rowe
In today’s episode we are joined by A Month in Neurodegenerative Disease Research’s Sarah Louadi and Elyn Rowe to talk about neurodegenerative research, Alzheimer’s Disease, and AMiNDR Podcast. Elyn shares with us how heart health is related to Alzheimer’s Disease, and how good cholesterol might...
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Superbug Slayer with Dr. Steffanie Strathdee
In episode 52: Superbug Slayer we are joined by Associate Dean of Global Health Sciences and Harold Simon Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine, Dr. Steffanie Strathdee, to chat about superbugs and how to treat them. In this episode...
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Reducing Homelessness with Direct Cash Transfers with Dr. Jiaying Zhao
On episode 51 we are joined by Dr. Jiaying Zhao from the University of British Columbia to talk about how direct cash transfers can reduce homelessness and improve wellbeing in people experiencing homelessness. Jiaying shares with us how providing homeless people with $7500 aided them in finding...
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Welcome to Brain Buzz Podcast
Brain Buzz Podcast makes research and science accessible to everyone. Every episode is on a new topic with a new expert guest. Follow Drake and Kyle as they interview research experts on each new episode. New topics every episode make sure that you will have something to mention at the…
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Gender and Social Roles with Dr. Alyssa Croft
In Episode 50 we are joined by Dr. Alyssa Croft from the University of Arizona to chat about gender roles and social identities. Alyssa shares with us how asymmetrically changing gender roles have broad implications for gender equality. How are gender roles changing? What is the ‘second shift’…
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Welcome to Season Four! Part II with Kyle Gooderham
episode 49 ( AKA Season Four!) In Part II, Kyle revisits Episode Two of Season One to provide an update on his research.
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Welcome to Season Four! Part I with Drake Levere
Welcome to episode 48 (season 4 episode 1) Drake provides an update on his research since that very first episode of Brain Buzz.
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Season Three: A Year in Review with Alex Missick
In the final instalment of Season Three we are joined by Alex Missick from the University of British Columbia’s School of Journalism for a very special episode. Alex turns the tables on your hosts and has them sharing the origin story of Brain Buzz as well as how creating, producing, and…
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Hyperactivity and Impulsivity in ADHD with Dr. Ted Beauchaine
In Episode 46 we are joined by Dr. Ted Beauchaine from The Ohio State University to talk about hyperactivity and impulsivity in individuals with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Ted shares with us the neural underpinnings of and development of behavioral impulsivity, emotion...
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After the Psychology Degree with Dr. Eric Landrum
In Episode 45 we are joined by Dr. Eric Landrum from Boise State University and inaugural Co-Editor of APA’s journal Scholarship of Teaching and Learning in Psychology to talk about teaching, the role of educators in preparing students for life after graduation, and the value of a degree in...
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Couples Coping with Stress with Dr. Ashley Randall and Kai Kline
In Episode 44 we are joined by Dr. Ashley Randall and Kai Kline from Arizona State University’s Couples Coping with Stress Lab to talk about relationships and stress. Ashley shares with us how stress impacts our romantic relationships and how our romantic partnerships can help alleviate feelings…
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Facial Perception in Adults with Autism with Todd Kamensek
In Episode 43 we are joined by Todd Kamensek from the Neuroscience of Vision and Action Laboratory at the University of British Columbia to chat about how social motivation influences facial perception abilities in adults with autism. Todd shares with us how repeated exposure to social stimuli...
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Stressed Out with Dr. Alexandra Crosswell
In Episode 42 we are joined by Dr. Alexandra Crosswell from the Center for Health and Community in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco to discuss how the mind and body are connected and how that connection influences our wellbeing. Alexandra shares with us how...
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Implicit and Explicit Biases with Dr. Jordan Axt
In Episode 41 we are joined by Dr. Jordan Axt, director of the McGill Intergroup Cognition Lab to talk about the application of social cognitive processes in an intergroup context. Jordan shares with us how our thoughts, feelings, and behaviours are shaped by the distinction between “us” and...
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Playful Relationships with Dr. Cheryl Harasymchuk
In Episode 40 we are joined by Dr. Cheryl Harasymchuk from the Positive Activities in Intimate Relationships Lab at Carleton University to chat about how play and positivity can stave off boredom in long term intimate relationships. Cheryl shares with us how the leisure activities we participate…
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Posttraumatic Growth and Secrets with Dr. Chris Davis
In Episode 39 we are joined by Dr. Chris Davis from Carleton University to learn about posttraumatic growth following trauma. Chris shares with us how individuals make cognitive and emotional adaptations that promote personal growth and health following traumatic life events. Plus, we get a sneak...
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Researching Pornography with Dr. Taylor Kohut
In Episode 38 we are joined by Dr. Taylor Kohut from the University of Western Ontario to discuss pornography, its consumption, and the consequences of pornography on relationships. Taylor shares with us how pornography makes us feel, think, and behave, and why it is important to understand the...
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Social Perspective Taking in Children with Epilepsy with Kathie Bailey
In Episode 37 we are joined by Kathie Bailey from Queen’s University and Trent University to chat about social problem solving and perspective taking in children with epilepsy. Kathie shares with us how the language ability of children with epilepsy contributes to difficulties in social…
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Into the Weeds: Researching Cannabis with Dr. Zach Walsh
In Episode 36 we visit with Dr. Zach Walsh from the University of British Columbia Okanagan to chat about how social and cultural attitudes towards cannabis have changed with its legalization. Zach shares with us how research has shaped, and will continue to guide, changing norms and uses of...
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The Unique Brain with Dr. Kathleen Gates
In Episode 35 we are joined by Dr. Kathleen Gates from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to chat about how each brain is unique and what that means for psychological research. Kathleen shares with us how measuring brain processes over time enables researchers to tease apart...
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Debiasing Training with Dr. Carey Morewedge
In Episode 34 we are joined by Dr. Carey Morewedge from the Questrom School of Business at Boston University to chat about bias in decision making. Carey shares with us how biases, such as anchoring or confirmation bias, contribute to decision making and what can be done to mitigate these biases....
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The Brain on Exercise with Dr. Liana Machado
In Episode 33 we are joined by Dr. Liana Machado from the Department of Psychology at the University of Otago in New Zealand to chat about the effects of physical activity on cognition. Liana shares with us how exercise impacts brain blood flow and cognitive outcomes across the human life,...
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Crisis Alert! Replicability in Science with Dr. Wolf Vanpaemel
In Episode 32 we are joined by Dr. Wolf Vanpaemel from the Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences at KU Leuven to discuss the crisis of confidence in the scientific community. Wolf shares with us how statistics and scientific replication has lead to a crisis of confidence in scientific...
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Digging Through the Past: The Archaeology of Culture Change with Ellie Gooderham
In Episode 31 we are joined by Ellie Gooderham from the Department of Archaeology at Simon Fraser University to chat how cultural changes affect juvenile development and health. Ellie shares with us how the social, cultural, and physical environments affect population stress, and how these…
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