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Minds and Mics

Nick Wignall
Mental Health
Self-Compassion
Purpose
Resilience
Anxiety
Psychological Flexibility
Trauma
Social Anxiety
Assertiveness
Anger
Values
Curiosity
Perfectionism
Anxiety Management
Emotional Wellness
Intrinsic Motivation
PTSD
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Emotional Acceptance
Emotion Hacks

Psychologist Nick Wignall interviews experts in the fields of psychology, mental health, and human potential to better understand how the mind works and how we can make it work for us to improve our lives in practical, meaningful ways.

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In this episode of Minds & Mics, Nick chats with psychologist and author Tom Horvath about how to use functional analysis to break the cycle of self-defeating behaviors.

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In this episode of Minds & Mics, Nick chats with author and mindfulness teacher Lodro Rinzler about suffering, self-doubt, expectations, and more.

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In this episode of Minds & Mics, Nick chats with author and adventurer Alastair Humphreys about what it means to live adventurously, the connection between adventure and mental health, microadventures, self-reinvention, and more.

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Nick interviews author and neuroscientist Anne-Laure Le Cunff about the psychology of curiosity.

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Recent Guests

Tom Horvath
Clinical psychologist, founder of Smart Recovery
Smart Recovery
Episode: How to Stop Self-Defeating Behaviors with Dr. Tom Horvath
Lodro Rinzler
Buddhist meditation teacher and author of You Are Good, You Are Enough
Lodro Rinzler (self-published/academic bio via lodrorinzler.com)
Episode: Suffering, Self-Doubt, and Expectations with Lodro Rinzler
Alastair Humphreys
National Geographic Adventurer of the Year, author and explorer
Alastair Humphreys / adventuring community
Episode: A Mind for Adventure with Alastair Humphreys
Anne-Laure Le Cunff
Psychologist, writer, and researcher focusing on curiosity and lifelong learning
Ness Labs
Episode: The Psychology of Curiosity with Anne-Laure Le Cunff
Dr. Ryan Martin
Psychologist and author of Emotion Hacks
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay
Episode: Emotion Hacks with Dr. Ryan Martin
Emma McAdam
Therapist and founder of Therapy in a Nutshell
Therapy in a Nutshell
Episode: 6 Root Causes of Anxiety
Ross White
Professor of Clinical Psychology at Queen's University, Belfast, founding director of Strive to Thrive, and author of The Tree that Bends.
Strive to Thrive
Episode: How to (Not) Find Your Purpose with Dr. Ross White
Oliver Burkeman
Author
Episode: The Imperfectionist Mindset with Oliver Burkeman
George Bonanno
Psychologist and author
Episode: The End of Trauma with Dr. George Bonanno

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Nick Wignall
Host of the show, psychologist interviewing guests

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 191 ratings
  • Nick Wignall’s psychological support

    It’s the best psychological therapy I ever found on the Net.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    circee7680
    France2 years ago
  • Love it

    I love this podcast. Really helped me think through a few challenges in my life. Looking forward to new episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wagnacs
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent

    I started following Nick Wignall’s podcast after subscribing to his newsletter and love listening. My favorite is the sleep one with Dr Jade! Thanks for the excellent work Nick!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Skachic71
    United States4 years ago
  • Thought-provoking and practical…

    I’ve enjoyed several episodes… favorites topics being assertiveness, time management, negotiating. Nick has a great way of engaging with his guests

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cuddly dung
    United States4 years ago
  • Very Insightful!

    I enjoy this podcast very much! The topics are interesting and the interviews are well done. Nick's newsletter is also quite good.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JB139139
    United States4 years ago

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How to Stop Self-Defeating Behaviors with Dr. Tom Horvath
Q: What is functional analysis and why is it valuable for addressing problematic behaviors?
Functional analysis aims to identify the job the behavior is doing for a person—what need it satisfies—so that we can find a healthier way to meet that need with fewer negative consequences, rather than simply labeling the behavior as good or bad.
A Mind for Adventure with Alastair Humphreys
Q: What role does the environment and local nature play in your current work?
The guest describes a move from grand expeditions to microadventures and then to a locally focused environmental mindfulness, encouraging people to notice nearby nature, engage with their local maps, and feel responsible for their immediate surroundings as a starting point for broader climate and conservation efforts.
A Mind for Adventure with Alastair Humphreys
Q: How has becoming a father changed your relationship with risk and adventure?
Fatherhood markedly reduced willingness to undertake giant, dangerous expeditions, leading to a more balanced approach of safer, smaller adventures and a dedication to modeling adventurous behavior for his kids, including trying new activities and involving kids in everyday explorations.
A Mind for Adventure with Alastair Humphreys
Q: You've talked about micro-adventures and reframing adventure for everyday life. How did you shift from epic feats to encouraging others to find adventure in smaller, local contexts?
He explains starting with elite expedition literature but evolving to embrace a broader concept of adventure that fits more people. The focus shifted from prestige and scale to accessibility, daily life integration, and using micro-adventures as stepping stones to greater curiosity and environmental care.
A Mind for Adventure with Alastair Humphreys
Q: Where you left a stable career to pursue big adventures, how did you know that path wasn't right for you?
The guest describes two-sided decision thinking: the impact of choosing to leave, and the less considered but equally huge impact of not choosing. He was a high school science teacher who imagined still having a future in teaching, but realized life would get more complicated the longer he waited, which pushed him toward pursuing a grand adventure as a way to grow and learn.

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A psychology-focused show featuring expert guests who unpack everyday mental health, motivation, and behavior with practical tools. Episodes often center on applying behavioral science, mindfulness, curiosity, and emotional wellness to real-life challenges—ranging from self-defeating habits and anxiety to purpose and relationships. Noteworthy is the host's interviewer style: calm, evidence-based, and action-oriented, frequently pairing clinical insight with concrete experiments listeners can try at home. The mix of guests—from clinical psychologists to mindfulness teachers and adventure thinkers—creates a broad but cohesive exploration of how the mind works and how to live better, more intentional lives.

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1. Tom Horvath
2. Lodro Rinzler
3. Alastair Humphreys
4. Anne-Laure Le Cunff
5. Dr. Ryan Martin
6. Emma McAdam
7. Ross White
8. Oliver Burkeman

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