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Dr Brodbeck's classes from Algoma Unviersity

Dr Dave Brodbeck
Behavioral Neuroscience
Neuropharmacology
Memory
Evolutionary Psychology
Neuroscience
Psychology
Animal Behavior
Genetics
Vision
Hippocampus
Animal Cognition
Neurotransmitters
Cognition
Evolution
Drugs
Neural Communication
Caffeine
Alcohol
Neuroanatomy
Synapses

That title should be self explanatory...

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Dr. Dave Brodbeck
Professor of Psychology and Neuropharmacology lecturer at Algoma University; frequently hosts and teaches multiple courses across psychology, statistics, and neuropharmacology with a focus on clear, structured lectures, practical examples, and memorable anecdotes.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Educational AND entertaining

    Don’t get it twisted, this is a college lecture, in podcast form, this doesn’t automatically make it a quality podcast. It being a quality podcast is what makes it a quality podcast. But I’m also a peculiar demographic that is. AnywY keep on a at it . Peace

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hmmm yea farout, wow
    United States4 years ago
  • Good stuff

    Started listening to it before I started my graduate program. Informative and applicable, and most of all, interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hawaiimma
    United States11 years ago
  • Some very cool stuff

    I've been listening to these podcasts for a couple of years now - really interesting, really informative and really well taught.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NG_newf
    Canada15 years ago
  • 5 stars for a reason.

    Great podcast, very interesting and I highly recommend it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Echo7th
    United Kingdom16 years ago
  • Brought Me Back to Psych

    After dabbling in Speech Pathology, I decided to return to my true love, Psych. I had a lot of cog. psych. and behavioralism coursework post bac. due to my profession, thought I wanted a change. However, finding Dr. Brodbeck's podcast about a year and a half ago made me realize how much I missed dealing with the brain, namely psychopathologies...so, I am back and almost done with my grad. studies...Thanks Dr. Dave...If you are a psych student these are an invaluable resource...probably better ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Missing Disneyland
    United States16 years ago

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Biology/Psychology 3506 (Winter 2026) – Stimulants
Q: So you mentioned earlier that it's strange kids with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder take stimulants?
Yes, it does seem weird, but the idea is that they don't have enough monoamines in their brains.
Biology/Psychology 3506 (Winter 2026) – Stimulants
Q: So you said speed can refer to different types of meth and amphetamine?
Colloquially, we call speed just that, but generally we could probably call all amphetamines speed, including methamphetamine.
Biology/Psychology 3506 (Winter 2026) – Antidepressants
Q: What are some side effects of antidepressants?
The lecturer discusses various side effects including serotonin syndrome and issues related to monoamine oxidase inhibitors.
Biology/Psychology 3506 (Winter 2026) – Antidepressants
Q: How about the topic of adribs related to mono-aminoxidase?
The lecturer expresses uncertainty regarding melatonin's relationship to adribs and clarifies that they don't have answers about dreams.
Psychology 3256 (Winter 2026) – The F Word
Q: How would you find the group differences again?
Group differences are just elevation or depression of scores due to being in a group, or due to how you're treated in a group.

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This series deliver instructional, university-level lectures across psychology, statistics, and neuropharmacology, with a strong emphasis on rigorous concepts explained through concrete examples, visual demonstrations, and practical anecdotes. The host presents in a classroom-style format, often blending theory with real-world applications, step-by-step walkthroughs of analyses (e.g., regression, ANOVA, repeated measures), and occasional humor to keep complex material accessible. A notable strength is the breadth of topics—from advanced statistical designs to drug mechanisms and their societal impacts—making it valuable for students, researchers, and curious listeners who want a structured, lecture-like learning resource. The show stands ou... more

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