PsychEverywhere
Psychology & Relationships
About
For this show, distinguished guests weigh in on applying psychological science to a diverse range of current events and to better your life.
Episodes
- How to Ethically Use AI in the Classroom and Beyond. An Interview With Titus Asbury, PhD
In this insightful interview, Dr. Titus Asbury shares his expertise on AI in education, including practical tools, ethical considerations, and future trends. Discover how AI is transforming psychology and higher education, and learn action…
- 12 Creative AI Uses for Psych Students, Faculty, and Alumni—A Bonus Episode
Are you using AI to revolutionize productivity and learning? In this 5-minute episode, Bradley shares 12 innovative strategies to simplify complex research, enhance teaching tools, and optimize career growth. Learn to harness AI ethically…
- Scholarships 101: Insider Tips, Deadlines, and More With Sarah Iverstine
In this episode, Psi Chi Awards and Grants Officer Sarah Iverstine shares essential tips on applying for scholarships. Discover deadlines, application tips, and inspiring stories to boost your chances of success. Resources · Undergraduate…
- How to Build Trust and Connection in Remote and Hybrid Settings. A Leadership Interview With Denise Lopez, PhD
Remote and hybrid teams don't have to feel disconnected—according to Dr. Denise Lopez, they just require more intentional leadership. In this episode, discover research-based strategies to overcome psychological barriers that make trust ha…
- The Psychology of Avatar: Fire and Ash, With Jill M. Swirsky, PhD
Journey to the fictional world of Pandora to discuss psychology themes in James Cameron's latest Avatar film. In this episode, Dr. Jill M. Swirsky from Psi Chi's Pop Culture Corner Series dives into parenting styles, grief, women leaders,…
- Your Holiday Survival Guide. Practical Tips for 5 Common Challenges With Naomi Tabak, PhD, ABPP
The holidays can bring joy—but also stress, grief, and uncertainty. In this episode, Dr. Naomi Tabak shares practical strategies for navigating five common holiday challenges, from family conflict and loneliness to coping with loss and car…
- AUDIO-ONLY: Does Difficulty Mean You Should Quit or Try Harder? Identity-Based Motivation Theory With Daphna Oyserman, PhD
Why do some challenges feel like opportunities while others seem impossible? In this episode, Dr. Daphna Oyserman explains identity-based motivation theory and how our interpretations of difficulty shape persistence, self-compassion, and d…
- VIDEO: Does Difficulty Mean You Should Quit or Try Harder? Identity-Based Motivation Theory With Daphna Oyserman, PhD
Why do some challenges feel like opportunities while others seem impossible? In this episode, Dr. Daphna Oyserman explains identity-based motivation theory and how our interpretations of difficulty shape persistence, self-compassion, and d…
- Rarely Taught Essentials in Psychology—Rethinking Intro Psych With Sue Frantz
Did your Intro Psych course cover everything you really needed to know? In this episode, Sue Frantz reveals essential lessons to add (and other "classics" to remove!) to make psychology more relevant for everyone. Discover Lillian Gilbreth…
- Expanding Your Psychological Toolbox Through Psychopharmacology. An Interview With George Kapalka, PhD
Discover why psychologists should understand medications' effects on clients and common misconceptions about psychopharmacology. Guest speaker Dr. George Kapalka also shares training pathways, practical benefits for practitioners, and insi…
- Clinical Immersion in Action: How Hands-On Training Builds Psychologists and Advocates: Interview With Michi Fu, PhD
Dr. Michi Fu returns to the show to discuss the power of clinical immersion in psychology training. Discover how immersive experiences—ranging from undergraduate to graduate-level—help students discover their strengths, clarify populations…
- Myths in Psychology: Interview With Douglas Bernstein, PhD
Guest host Jori Huhn, an undergraduate at Oregon State University, interviews Dr. Douglas Bernstein about persistent myths in psychology and the challenges of debunking them. Drawing from decades of teaching and research, Dr. Bernstein sha…
- How Do I Help Others Build Meaningful Romantic Relationships? Interview With Seema Saigal, PhD
Have you ever wondered why people enjoy playing cupid—and if therapists feel that same pull? In this episode, returning guest Dr. Seema Saigal discusses the deep satisfaction of matchmaking, tips for helping others find love, and info abou…
- How Do I Find Love? Interview With Seema Saigal, PhD
Discover what makes a great first impression on a date and so much more. In this episode, Dr. Seema Saigal unpacks shyness, dating apps vs. in-person interactions, and suggestions to make a romantic relationship go the distance. Episode ma…
- Rediscover Your Vitality: How Small Changes Fuel Big Energy. Interview With Jamie Shapiro, PhD
Is replenishing your energy the key to thriving? Explore the science and practice of vitality with psychologist, leadership coach, and bestselling author Dr. Jamie Shapiro. In this episode, you'll discover small but powerful steps to achie…
- Scholarships Special Message
Resources/Suggested Reading Read the full transcript: https://www.psichi.org/page/podcast-scholarships-special-message Undergraduate Scholarships: https://www.psichi.org/page/PsiChischolars Graduate Scholarships: https://www.psichi.org/pag…
- Three Essential Competencies for Your Professional Success: A Psychology Careers Interview With Ngoc Bui, PhD
It's never too late to refine your professional edge! Join Dr. Ngoc Bui to discover three key educational outcomes from APA's Guidelines for the Undergraduate Psychology Major, Version 3.0 . Although unrelated to content knowledge and scie…
- What Makes a Good Night's Sleep? Interview With Tony Cunningham, PhD
Explore the mysteries of sleep and uncover tips for better rest. Dr. Tony Cunningham tells all, from effectiveness of sound machines to reasons why you might struggle with sleep. Episode made possible by CSPP Alliant International Universi…
- Navigating Romantic Partner Conflict: Interview With Tammy Zacchilli, PhD
How well do you handle disagreements in a romantic relationship? Guest speaker Dr. Tammy Zacchilli offers practical advice about when to bring up a conflict with your partner, six common factors that couples may struggle with during confli…
- Relationship Building: Interview With Psi Chi Executive Director Marianne Fallon, PhD
Get to know Psi Chi's Executive Director, Dr. Marianne Fallon! For this episode, Marianne catches listeners up on the latest organizational initiatives and key outcomes. Find out what's next for Psi Chi and what it's like leading the Socie…
- The Future of Mental Health: Interview With 2025 APA President Debra Kawahara, PhD
Who better to share about the future of mental health than the incoming President of the American Psychological Association? Dr. Debra Kawahara joins to discuss psychology enrollment, mental health-related technology and telehealth, and mo…
- How Would You Rate Your Multicultural Competence? Interview With Monique Levermore, PhD
In this episode, Dr. Monique Levermore challenges listeners to assess whether they are as multiculturally competent as they believe, offering practical tips for improvement and strategies to avoid common stereotypes. Tune in for valuable i…
- Navigating the Juvenile Court System: Interview With Anna Washington, PhD
Are you aware of the warning signs that might lead a child into the juvenile justice system? In this episode, Dr. Anna Washington sheds light on myths and realities. Join us as we explore the impact of legal proceedings on young lives. Epi…
- BONUS EPISODE: Making the Most of Psi Chi
First, discover opportunities open to all, including nonmembers, that will help you connect with the field of psychology and become more familiar with Psi Chi. Second, find out who all is eligible to join Psi Chi so that you can take your…
- A History of Black Psychologists: Interview With Rihana Mason, PhD
This Black History Month, you're invited to learn about important Black pioneers in psychology and some of their meaningful contributions to the field. Returning guest Dr. Rihana Mason unpacks notable leaders, power couples, HBCUs, and mor…
- Tips for Talking to Veterans: Interview With Steven R. Thorp, PhD, ABPP
Would you like to improve your ability to communicate with and support veterans? Dr. Steven R. Thorp unpacks veteran-related misconceptions, mental health, and experiences. Episode made possible by CSPP Alliant International University. Re…
- Overcoming Barriers to Mental Health Care for All: Interview With Ya-Shu Liang, PhD
Discover specific ways that practitioners can sometimes "drop the ball" when it comes to supporting people of different sociocultural groups. Dr. Ya-Shu Liang joins with ideas for patients, practitioners, and even psychology students to he…
- Malevolent Creativity? The Science of Evil Innovations: Interview With Gayle Dow, PhD
You might think of creativity as inherently good. But guess again! This Halloween season, guest speaker Dr. Gayle Dow unleashes the science of malevolent creativity. Treat yourself to a new understanding of the characteristics and behavior…
- Managing Life's Low Points: Resiliency Interview With Susan Becker, PhD
What determines how people navigate difficult moments in life? Dr. Susan Becker joins us to discuss resiliency, our remarkable ability to manage challenges and stress of all kinds. In this episode, you'll learn how resiliency changes as we…
- Culturally Sensitive Language: From Demographic Questionnaires to Everyday Life. Interview With Jennifer L. Hughes, PhD, and Melanie M. Domenech Rodríguez, PhD
All too often, insensitive language causes irreversible harm—from damaging relationships to invalidating a research study's entire methodology (yes, you read that right!). Drs. Jennifer L. Hughes and Melanie M. Domenech Rodríguez discuss c…
- Preparing Counselors for Potential Violence in the Workplace: Interview With Julie S. Costopoulos, PhD
Did you know that 30 to 40% of psychologists in private practice have experienced an assault by a patient in their care? Even more alarming, more than 50% of counselors in substance-use-disorder programs have or will personally experience…
- Demystifying Bipolar Disorder: Finding Stability and Hope. Interview With Reesa Ramsahai, LPE-I, and Susannah Manney, LAC
In honor of Christian Ladd Hall, a young man whose life was affected by Bipolar Disorder II, please join us for this thoughtful conversation with two counselors experienced in helping clients find stability and hope. Together, Reesa Ramsah…
- BONUS EPISODE: Christian Ladd Hall Scholarship for Mental Health Advocacy: Interview With Shawn R. Charlton, PhD
The Christian Ladd Hall Scholarship for Mental Health Advocacy honors a young man whose life was affected by Bipolar Disorder II. For this episode, Psi Chi President-Elect Dr. Shawn R. Charlton discusses how to support the scholarship and…
- Meaningful Change in a Single Session? Interview With Jessica Schleider, PhD
Can a single counseling session make a lasting impact on patients? Dr. Jessica Schleider weighs in on when single session interventions (SSIs) are or aren't useful, how to know if your SSIs led to real change, and ideas for integrating SSI…
- Learning and Teaching With ChatGPT? Interview With Morton Ann Gernsbacher, PhD
Dr. Morton Ann Gernsbacher joins the show to discuss a classroom assignment that will help students (or anyone really) to familiarize themselves with ChatGPT and learn to use it professionally and ethically. Fears are high that this softwa…
- Exploring the Role of ChatGPT in Psychology: From Understanding the Model to Enhancing the Field. Interview With ChatGPT
Bradley interviews ChatGPT (yes, we had our first nonhuman guest!) to uncover its views on psychological science and examples of how students and professionals can use this software. Discover how to cite ChatGPT and whether professors can…
- Addicted to Your Ex: The Psychology of Love Addiction. Interview With Cortney S. Warren, PhD
Why do people sometimes stay in bad relationships or even obsessively attempt to reconnect with partners who weren't right for them? Through the lens of psychological science, Dr. Cortney S. Warren unpacks the concept of "love addictions,"…
- Five Creative Counseling Methods! Interview With Cat Vincent, EdD, LPC-S (MS), LMHC (FL)
For our first episode of 2023, Dr. Cat Vincent unpacks benefits and considerations for creativity in counseling. Specifically, she provides examples for five major categories in creative counseling: visual arts, expressive writing, music t…
- BONUS EPISODE: PsychEverywhere Podcast Trailer
Psychology is everywhere, and it can help us understand what's going on in an ever-changing world! Introducing PsychEverywhere, an audio podcast by Psi Chi, the International Honor Society in Psychology. For this show, distinguished guests…
- Communicating About Climate Change: Interview With Susan Clayton, PhD
Psychologists play an important role in helping people navigate the climate crisis—find out how! Renowned guest speaker Dr. Susan Clayton discusses effective (and ineffective) ways to communicate about our warming world. Learn who climate…
- The Biggest Shortcoming of the Psych Major Curriculum? Interview With Drew C. Appleby
Discover reasons why psychology majors seeking to enter the workplace without going to graduate school aren't always given explicit training on how to use their education to find jobs and impress potential employers. Guest speaker Dr. Drew…
- What Does Inclusive Leadership Really Look Like?
Dr. Patricia Denise Lopez returns to discuss how authentic leaders—students, faculty, or otherwise—can and should support diverse team members. Can you articulate why companies should care about diversity? Discover strategies to ensure tha…
- Asian American/Pacific Islander Inequities and Mental Health
Join us for a heartfelt audio conversation about the fastest growing race or ethnicity in the United States. Dr. Michi Fu unpacks unique challenges and strategies to support Asian Americans in schools, the workplace, and beyond. Happy Asia…
- Should Leaders Be Authentic?
Do your employees or students know the real you? Dr. Patricia Denise Lopez reveals the benefits and potential challenges of being an authentic leader. Find out if you are authentic and how this could affect employee engagement. Brought to…
- What If We View Autism as a Culture?
Can autism be viewed as a culture instead of a medical diagnosis? Sure it can! Dr. Lydia Qualls returns to share about the autism-as-culture framework and practical applications. Also discussed are common microaggressions toward autistic p…
- Autism 101: Misconceptions and Little Known Facts
Happy World Autism Month! For this episode, Dr. Lydia Qualls discusses characteristics of autism and preferred language when talking about autism. Discover misconceptions regarding autistic people's emotions, relationships, and more. Broug…
- Is Social Media Affecting Your Health and Well-Being?
Social media might be affecting us in more ways that we realize! Dr. Robert Wright discusses known correlations between social media and loneliness, health, well-being, and more. Is there a "good" way to use social media? Brought to you by…
- When Networking Goes Wrong?
What if daily networking isn't the best course of action for your professional growth? In this episode, Dr. Judith Volmer discusses "the consequences" of networking, especially for people who are low in need for affiliation. Get ready to r…
- Do Bilingual People Think Differently?
You've probably heard that learning a foreign language or traveling abroad will "broaden your horizons." Right? But what exactly does that mean? Dr. Juana Park shares how becoming bilingual can actually affect your cognitive functioning an…
- Do Learning and Texting Mix?
We all know that texting and driving don't mix. But what about texting in the classroom? Dr. Seungyeon Lee shares how your phone can influence your ability to process and retain new information. Brought to you by Psi Chi. Resources/Suggest…