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The Thinking Mind Podcast: Psychiatry & Psychotherapy

The Thinking Mind Podcast
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"If you are interested in your mind, emotions, sense of self, and understanding of others, this show is brilliant."

Learn something new about the mind every week - With in-depth conversations at the intersection of psychiatry, psychotherapy, self-development, spirituality and the philosophy of mental health.

Featuring experts from around the world, leading clinicians and academics, published au... more

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Recent Guests

Professor Laith Al Shawaf
An evolutionary psychologist and research psychologist at the University of Colorado, specializing in emotions, cognitive biases, and personality.
University of Colorado
Episode: E163 | How Can We Master Our Emotions? (w/ Prof Laith Al Shawaf)
Jacob Ward
Journalist and author, previously served as the technology correspondent for NBC News and Al Jazeera
Author of The Loop, How Technology is Making a World Without Choices
Episode: E160 | How AI Hacks Your Mind (w/ Jacob Ward)
Sean Ruane
Founder and CEO of Mind Data, experienced mental health advocate
Mind Data
Episode: E157 | How can AI Technology help Therapists? (w/ Sean Ruane)
David Shariatmadari
Editor and writer at The Guardian
The Guardian
Episode: E154 | Thinking Films: Mulholland Drive (w/ David Shariatmadari)
Sophie McBain
Award-winning freelance writer who writes about technology and its impacts on society.
The Guardian
Episode: E153 | Does AI Make us Dumber? (w/ Sophie McBain)
Professor Ziad Nahas
Executive Vice Chair at the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Minnesota, specializing in mood disorders
University of Minnesota
Episode: E152 | How Brain Stimulation Cured Lifelong Depression (w/ Prof. Ziad Nahas)
Hilary Beard
Psychotherapist with the South London and Maudsley NHS Trust and a founding member of the Association for CAT Therapy.
South London and Maudsley NHS Trust
Episode: E149 | Cognitive Analytic Therapy (w/ Hilary Beard)
Dr. Derek Tracy
Chief Medical Officer at the South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
Episode: E148 | Is Modern Life Making Us Sick? (w/ Prof. Derek Tracy)
Professor David Nutt
Professor of psychopharmacology and deputy head of the Center of Psychedelics Research at Imperial College London.
Imperial College London
Episode: E146 | Should We Decriminalise Drugs? (w/ Prof. David Nutt)

Hosts

Dr. Alex Curmi
Host and psychiatrist with a focus on understanding the mind and emotions.
Dr. Anya Borissova
Host and psychiatrist specializing in mental health discussions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 241 ratings
  • Great show!

    I listen to every episode with interest and take away something useful each time. I love the interviews, but the solo episodes are valuable too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Philosopher/Psychotherapist
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Super straightforward, helpful, unobtrusive

    I really appreciate the clarity and expertise of this podcast. It’s not about entertaining effects and storytelling, but content. It’s generous, measured, almost anti-sensationalist, a cure.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MDC05062017
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Absolutely brilliant

    Every episode is enlightening. The approach, conversations and depth of information is deeply enriching. So refreshing to hear practitioners with this level of insight into human behaviour.

    Thank you for the work and for sharing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Change1870
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Absolutely fantastic

    Not a single episode that doesn't fascinate me. Thank you for all your hard work. I especially love the clinical topic overviews and the evolutional psychiatry episode. Maybe something on women's health or menopause would be great. There are women's health clinics opening up around the country and it's becoming more of a focus.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ahggg
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Informative, Interesting, well presented

    Thank you for creating this podcast on important topics

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BigA7373
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Every episode is enlightening with a deeply enriching approach and insights on human behaviour.

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E162 | Training Your Mind to Break World Records (w/ Neil Agius)
Q: How do you deal with pressure as a role model?
Initially it felt pressuring, but now I just focus on living my life authentically, and if others find inspiration in that, it's a bonus.
E162 | Training Your Mind to Break World Records (w/ Neil Agius)
Q: What is your perspective on failure and its significance in growth?
I've come to view failure as an essential part of growth, largely stemming from childhood conditioning that creates a fear of failure in adulthood.
E162 | Training Your Mind to Break World Records (w/ Neil Agius)
Q: What techniques do you use for maintaining focus and mental resilience during swims?
I employ breathing techniques and visualization to manage focus, and prepare mentally for extreme conditions during my swims.
E162 | Training Your Mind to Break World Records (w/ Neil Agius)
Q: How did ultra long-distance swimming start for you?
It began with a casual mindset; I wasn't initially aiming to be an ultra distance swimmer, it was more about ticking off personal milestones from my competitive swimming background.
E163 | How Can We Master Our Emotions? (w/ Prof Laith Al Shawaf)
Q: What are some good practices for someone feeling lost emotionally?
Investigate each emotion on a case-by-case basis to see if it's useful or misfiring.

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This podcast offers engaging discussions about the complexities of the mind, emotions, self-identity, and interpersonal understanding, attracting listeners interested in psychiatry, psychotherapy, and self-development. Through in-depth conversations with leading clinicians, academics, and individuals with lived experiences, it breaks down intricate mental health concepts into accessible content for a broad audience. Noteworthy highlights include explorations of contemporary psychological issues, addiction, cognitive therapy, and the impact of technology on mental health, making it a rich resource for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of mental health and personal development.

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