
We explain popular and weird, little-known ideas in psychology. Whether you are a little curious about psychology, or a student, or even a professional, we have something for everyone.Become a supporter of this podcast: www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-we-do-what-we-do--3419521/support.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 544 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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I listened to your episode on colour deficiency and I was captured by how well you explain all the possible misinterpretations. You don’t leave room for system 1 thinking when you define your terms. You are clear. You are succinct. Which I appreciate as a hopefully logical person.
I really appreciate the work you are already putting into this series first two episodes and I am excstatuc to listen to more. Discussing the problems and changes with ABA is an incredibly important conversation and I appreciate your research and dedication to think critically.
Incredibly disappointed in the sensory processing disorder episode. The hosts are clearly under informed or have an outdated education on the neuroscience behind autism and the impact of sensory issues. Hearing the way they joke about the struggles of autistic people, and their snarky review of occupational therapy techniques was disgusting. The field of psychology clearly still has a long way to go in this area. Looking forward to the generation of up and coming actually autistic psychologists ... more
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I have been in the mental health for a while now, and most recently working towards a Master’s in Applied Behvaior Analysis. I started looking into podcasts on Psychology to help build my educational repertoire.
WWDWWD quickly became my favorite podcast, along with the Controversial Exchange, another great show that RyanO is a part of.
Shane, Abraham, RyanO and the entire crew are super enjoyable to listen to. I think it’s super cool that they’re musicians and into “nerdy” things, and ... more
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Exploring a range of themes in psychology, this podcast focuses on both well-known and unusual concepts, providing insights applicable to a broad audience, from casual listeners to professionals in the field. Episodes tackle topics such as the intersection of disability and sexuality, evolving language around disability, and the impact of psychological phenomena like anonymity and social behavior. The hosts frame discussions around societal issues, medical and social models of disability, and critical evaluation of popular myths, all while balancing academic rigor with a light-hearted approach. Notably, the show merges humor with educational narratives, making complex psychological discussions accessible and engaging.
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