
Have you ever wanted X-ray specs into human behaviour? Then this is the podcast for you. Listen to ‘brilliant, insightful and wise’ agony aunt and journalist Annalisa Barbieri, as she releases exclusive conversations between her and the trusted specialists she’s consulted over the years, who put a life time’s learning into each conversation. Every week you can learn more about yourself and the peo... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 70 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Kids & FamilySociety & CultureParenting | |||

Dr Sophie Behrman is a is a general adult psychiatrist and works in a community mental health team in Oxford. She’s set up an NHS menopause and menstrual disorders clinic, open to women who fit a certain criteria. She’s also edited a book called “Men... more
I first came across the concept of dissociation when I saw a film called Sybil starring Sally Field and Joanne Woodward. It was about a young woman with multiple personalities. Sybil would dissociate and her various personalities would take over.
I’... more
Daisy Fancourt is a professor of psychobiology and epidemiology and head of the Social Biobehavioural research group at University College London. She has a Phd in psycho-neuroimmunology and is also director of the World Health Organisation’s Collabo... more
I’m very pleased to see the menopause is being discussed more that it ever was. It does, after all, potentially affect a great many of us: directly and by proxy.
About fifteen years ago, I wanted to write an article for the Guardian about it but kep... more
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Annalisa, I really appreciated the topic of loss - it is such an important and thoughtful area to explore. At times, though, I found myself feeling a little irritated by the tone of your presentation. It came across as though you wanted to demonstrate your own insight and how well you approach things, which could feel a bit superior in comparison to where others might be. I also found myself wanting to hear more from the guest; focus on his poem - why immediately bring yours?!
Finally, I notice... more
I was led here by Annalisa’s column in The Guardian. Her responses are always insightful, sensitive and objective. The episode on the dynamics within sibling relationships was illuminating and I look forward to listening more. Top rated hug quality content, thank you Annalisa!
Well-researched, informative and fascinating podcast. Thank you.
Annalisa you are a phenomenally brilliant interviewer. Exceptional talent.
I’m thoroughly enjoying these episodes with interesting professionals and Annalisa’s pertinent questions. Recommended
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Thoughtful conversations with a trusted advisor explore human behavior, relationships, parenting, and mental health through expert guests and practical insights. Episodes blend clinical psychology, neuroscience, and real-life storytelling to help listeners understand themselves and others, with a calm, compassionate interviewing style that prioritizes nuance over sensationalism. Noteworthy is the consistent focus on everyday psychology—how family dynamics, aging, reproduction, and social pressures shape choices and well-being—made by a well-known columnist and agony aunt who brings warmth, clarity, and curiosity to complex issues.
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