Everything's Psychology

Paul Davies•www.everythingspsychology.com

Chatting with incredible minds about the psychology of our everyday world.

Join Paul Davies, behavioural psychologist, as chats with guests about the mechanisms of human behaviour and the motivations behind people’s actions.

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Episodes

Artificial Intelligence in Behavioural Science

I chat with Dr Paul Sacher about the state of AI within the behavioural sciences. Should we be scared how AI will be used or excited about the opportunities it opens for research and the application of psychology? Paul is an AI and Behavioural scientist, CEO of Sacher.ai , and a senior lecturer in AI and behavioural science in the Faculty of Medicine at Imperial College London. Send us a text You can watch the video of this episode on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@EverythingsPsychology...

Jul 08, 2025•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 7

The Psychology of Habits

Do habits really take 66 days to form? Should you rely on willpower? How does a psychologist approach overcoming their own bad habits and starting good ones? Professor Ben Gardner leads us through the intricate world of habits, exploring their definitions, the distinction between habits and routines, and the psychological mechanisms behind habitual behaviour. Professor Gardner shares insights from his extensive research, highlighting the importance of instigation habits that trigger actions and ...

Jun 24, 2025•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 6

The Psychology of Cats

This episode dives into the complexities of cat behaviour. Dr Claude Béata, animal behaviouralist and author of The Interpretation of Cats, emphasises cats dual role as both predator and prey and how this distinction can help us understand these most wonderful creatures. Our discussion also covers the importance of experience in shaping behaviour, the nuances of attachment and over-attachment, and therapeutic approaches that prioritise positive reinforcement. Additionally, the conversation highl...

Jun 10, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Vulnerability

What is vulnerability and how does it affect people differently? How should consumer organisations, such as banks be catering for people with characteristics of vulnerability? I chat with Dr Chris Fitch from the Money Advice Trust about the impact of being vulnerable and some of the innovative ways organisations are changing to be inclusive and accessible. Find out more about the Money Advice Trust here Listen to Chris's podcast ‘Vulnerability Matters’ on Soundcloud or search for Vulnerability M...

May 27, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Kink & Fetish

I'm joined by Dr Lori Beth Bisbey, a psychologist, a sex & intimacy coach, host of the A to Z of Sex podcast and star of Open House: The Great Sex Experiment on Channel 4. We talk about the psychology behind people's sexual kinks and fetishes, if engaging in kinky behaviour is healthy for relationships, and if such behaviour should be seen as ‘normal’. You can find out more about Lori Beth at her website www.drloribethbisbey.com You can listen to the A to Z of Sex podcast here Send us a text...

May 12, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Cycling & Behaviour Change

Professor Ian Walker, Professor of Psychology and Head of the School of Psychology at Swansea University, talks to me about the psychology of cycling. We also discuss how you can change people's transport behaviour, what it means to be a ‘mindful traveller’, and if it's actually safer not to wear a helmet when cycling. Find out more about Professor Walker's work at www.drianwalker.com Send us a text You can watch the video of this episode on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@EverythingsPsychol...

May 12, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Search Engines with Prof. Robert Epstein

I chat with renowned psychologist Professor Robert Epstein about how search engines are modern Skinner boxes, manipulating our choices and even our beliefs. Hear about how his research over the last 12 years shows how tech corporations such as Google and Facebook are employing techniques from behaviourism to manipulate our beliefs and opinions to influence global politics and beyond. In the show, Robert mentions the following websites: http://myprivacytips.com/ https://aibrt.org/ https://america...

May 12, 2025•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 1

Everything's Psychology Trailer

Dive into the science that shapes our lives as I chat to experts to uncover unexpected areas where psychology influences us. Are search engines manipulating your beliefs? Could getting kinky improve your relationship? And why do people become obsessed with cycling? From vulnerability to vampires, and from cats to craft beer, subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts to explore if actually, Everything’s Psychology. Send us a text You can watch the video of this episode on YouTube at https://...

May 05, 2025•29 sec

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