In this episode of Dr. Alison Jane Martingano welcomes Dr. Regan Gurung and Dr. Georjeanna Wilson-Doenges to explore the emerging science of eco-spirituality, which examines how experiences in nature can become a gateway to a deeper well-being and connection in the world. Dr. Gurung, a professor at Oregon State University, has authored over 100 peer-reviewed articles and 15 books, and had previously served as Chair of the Psychology Department at UW-Green Bay. Dr. Wilson-Doenges, is a current UW...
May 14, 2025•53 min
Join us in this episode where Dr. Alison Jane Martingano invites assistant professor of theatre and dance at UWGB, Alan Kopischke, to discuss the commonalities of those in theatre and psychology. They explore how understanding the emotions, values, and motives of others is important in both realms and how both disciplines can help the other better understand human behavior and emotion. The two also discuss the ways that different theatre and psychology concepts apply to the real world, specifica...
May 08, 2025•43 min
As the NFL Draft heads to the Green Bay community, host Dr. Alison Jane Martingano invites a panel of experts to explore the powerful impacts of sports fandom. Joining her in this episode are Dr. Cody Havard, professor of sports commerce; Dr. Galen Trail, renowned expert in sports consumer behavior and marketing; and Dr. Aaron Mansfield, professor of sports management. Together, they dive into how fandoms, rivalries, and game rituals influence emotions, mental health, and even physical health. T...
Apr 24, 2025•1 hr 5 min
What makes UWGB and the students the students that go there great? In this special episode Dr. Alison Jane Martingano invites UWGB Chancellor Dr. Michael Alexander, and Dean of the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, Dr. Ryan Martin, to answer that question. They discuss their roles at the university, the best parts about UWGB and its students, as well as the benefits of attending college at UWGB. The guests also consider the advice they would give to help students when they run int...
Apr 10, 2025•49 min
In this episode of Psychology and Stuff, Dr. Alison Jane Martingano features Dr. Kaanthan Jawahar, a Psychiatrist with expertise in alcohol-related brain damage. The impact of societal pressures, cultural norms, and myths are examined in the discussion around drinking. The two discuss differences in drinking culture between the United States and the United Kingdom - where Dr. Jawahar practices. In addition to social impacts, this episode discusses the neurological effects of drinking, including ...
Mar 25, 2025•46 min
In this engaging episode of Psychology and Stuff, host Dr. Alison Jane Martingano sits down with Dr. Shannon Baird and Navy Special Operations Veteran Nikko Wheeler to discuss the psychology of Special Operations. They discuss the mental skills needed to be a part of a special operations team which include self-awareness and self-regulation. Dr. Baird explains the role of a cognitive enhancement practitioner and the exercises that are used to help special operators train for pressure-filled perf...
Mar 11, 2025•1 hr 2 min
In this episode, Dr. Jason Cowell, and Dr. Georjeanna Wilson-Doenges, psychology professors at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, reflect on the understanding of morality. They discuss how situations, environments, and even certain times of the day influence the ability to act morally. The guests converse about what morality is and how culture as well as individual values can impact one’s sense of morality. Listen in to gain insights into different theories and beliefs about morality and way...
Feb 25, 2025•39 min
In this episode, Brittany Berkovitz, Alicia Gerstner, and Courtney Covill, mental health professionals at The ATT Center for Counseling, reflect on navigating relationships and friendships. They discuss how self-love plays a role in both creating and maintaining social connections. The difficulties of dating apps, and the struggles of learning to put yourself out there are also points of conversation. The guests share that The ATT Center runs a Self Love group aimed at helping educate individual...
Feb 11, 2025•52 min
In this episode of Psychology and Stuff, Dr. Alison Jane Martingano sits down with Amity Cooper a trained mental health professional, Lifebook facilitator, and entrepreneurial coach. They discuss the impact of technology on therapy, especially the use and ethical considerations of virtual reality.
Jan 27, 2025•47 min
In this episode of Psychology and Stuff, Dr. Alison Jane Martingano discovers the critical role psychologists play in enhancing the mental performance of artists such as singers and dancers. The discussion features insights from Dr. Chelsea Wooding, a Certified Mental Performance Consultant and former competitive dancer with extensive experience in both athletics and the performing arts, and Dr. Elisa Monti, co-founder of the Voice and Trauma Research and Connection Group. Together, they share r...
Jan 15, 2025•51 min
In this episode of Psychology and Stuff, Dr. Alison Jane Martingano interviews Dr. Ryan Martin, Dean for the College of Arts Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Wisconsin - Green Bay, about sadness, mood, depression and the New Year. Dr. Ryan Martin (aka the Anger Professor) is a leading expert on emotional wellness. His work has been featured by the New York Times, NPR’s Invisibilia, BBC Radio’s Digital Human, TED.com, and other major media outlets.
Dec 29, 2024•50 min
In this engaging episode of Psychology and Stuff, host Dr. Alison Jane Martingano sits down with Dr. Matt Coleman, Executive Director of Giving Multiplier. Dr. Coleman shares insights on charitable giving, discussing what motivates people to donate, from emotional connections to causes to the reinforcing "warm glow" of making a positive impact. He also highlights research showing that the joy of giving often lasts longer than the satisfaction from everyday purchases, making charitable contributi...
Dec 14, 2024•35 min
In this episode of Psychology and Stuff, host Dr. Allison Jane sits down with Dr. Quishan Liu, a new assistant professor in the Psychology Department at UW-Green Bay, to explore the fascinating intersection of psychology and mathematics. Dr. Liu shares her research on how cognitive and emotional factors, like math anxiety, influence problem-solving and decision-making. Together, they discuss why math anxiety begins as early as primary school, how cultural attitudes shape our relationship with ma...
Dec 01, 2024•36 min
In this episode, Dr. Janet Schwartz, a forensic behavioral psychologist and president of Forensic Fraud Research Inc., reflects on her career investigating white-collar crime. Dr. Schwartz also introduces her concept of "Authentic Intelligence," discussing how mental, emotional, and spiritual intelligence converge to support resilience and fulfillment. Listen in to gain insights into her groundbreaking work and learn practical ways to harness inner strengths for personal growth and balance in a ...
Nov 18, 2024•55 min
In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Alison Jane sits down with Dr. Danielle Sneyd, UW-Green Bay's new Assistant Teaching Professor for Psychology and an expert in legal psychology. With a focus on the fallibility of eyewitness memory, Dr. Sneyd sheds light on how memory’s natural vulnerabilities—like flaws in encoding, storage, and recall intersect with biases and suggestive tactics, influencing courtroom outcomes and sometimes even leading to wrongful convictions. Tune in as Dr. Sneyd unpack...
Nov 03, 2024•42 min
In this episode, Dr. Alison Jane interviews Dr. Aaron Weinschenk, Director of the Social Sciences and Public Policy domain and the Ben J. and Joyce Rosenberg Professor of Political Science at UW-Green Bay. They explore the topic of political engagement, delving into why some individuals actively participate in politics, why others abstain, and why some fall in between. Dr. Weinschenk shares insights on the influences of family socialization, social identity, and contextual factors that shape ind...
Oct 20, 2024•36 min
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jason Cowell explores the dynamics of the popular subreddit "Am I the Asshole?" (AITA), emphasizing how it serves as an important platform for individuals seeking validation and connection. Dr. Cowell argues that AITA allows users to find their community, affirming moral convictions shaped by years of personal experience. In this space, people grapple with complex issues of right and wrong, often concluding that moral clarity is elusive unless significant harm is inv...
Oct 02, 2024•38 min
In this episode of Psychology and Stuff, Dr. Alison Jane Martingano interviews Dr. James Kabrhel, Associate Professor of Chemistry at UW-Green Bay’s Sheboygan Campus, about misinformation, pseudoscience, and education. They explore how misinformation spreads through social media, the psychology behind how we process information, and the reasons we feel compelled to share it. Dr. Kabrhel explains how our emotional engagement with negative content, along with social media algorithms, contributes t...
Sep 25, 2024•51 min
In the season premiere of Psychology and Stuff, Dr. Alison Jane Martingano interviews Dr. Lisa Lamson, a historian at UW-Green Bay, about the intersection of history and psychology. They discuss Dr. Lamson's research on Black childhood and schooling in 19th-century Baltimore, exploring how historical empathy allows for a deeper understanding of the past without projecting modern-day emotions. Dr. Lamson also reflects on the complexities of working with archival materials and how historical conte...
Sep 11, 2024•56 min
In the final episode of this season, Alison Jane is in coversation with Dr. Ryan Martin and Dr. Christine Smith from the University of Wisconson - Green Bay on the term and topic of "bridezilla". Tune in to hear interesting perspective on this topic that is timely for Alison Jane as she is planning a wedding!
May 02, 2024•45 min
In this very special episode, Alison Jane interviews six student researcher from the University of Wisconsin - Green Bay on research topics ranging from anxiety in schools, charitable donations to psychopaths getting enraged online.
Apr 18, 2024•42 min
How WEIRD is psychology research? In this episode, Alison Jane interviews Dr. Kris Vespia, Director of the Center for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning at the University of Wisconsin - Green Bay on the topic of the WEIRDness of psychological research. WEIRD is an acronym which stands for Western, Educated, Industrialized, Rich, and Democratic.
Apr 04, 2024•58 min
Are pet owners more empathetic than non-pet owners? In this episode, Alison Jane and two of her undergraduate students at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay share their research on pets and empathy with Dr. Georjeanna Wilson Doenges, Professor and Chair of Psychology at UW - Green Bay.
Mar 21, 2024•41 min
Why do we blame the referees in sport? In this episode, Alison Jane interviews Dr. Thomas Gretton, Assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay about his research on elite referees in sport.
Mar 07, 2024•43 min
Can you change your accent? In this episode, Alison Jane interviews Dr. Elisa Monti, President and Co-Founder of the Voice and Trauma Research and Connection Group & Dr. Elif Ikizer, Assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. Tune in for this fascinating conversation!
Feb 22, 2024•38 min
Why do innocent people confess? In this episode, Alison Jane interviews Dr. Fabiana Alceste, Assistant Professor of Psychology at Butler University. Dr. Alceste studies the social and cognitive processes around false confessions. Tune in for this engaging and informative conversation!
Feb 08, 2024•45 min
What's your fitness goal? In this episode, Alison Jane is in conversation with Dr. Joanna Morrissey, Associate Professor, and Chair of the Sport, Exercise & Performance Psychology Program at the University of Wisconsin - Green Bay and Carol and Megan who are fitness instructors at Jazzercise in Green Bay, WI on the topic of fitness goals. Tune in for tips, motivation, and more!
Jan 25, 2024•35 min
In this special episode, Alison Jane is in conversation with six members of the Psychology Department at the University of Wisconsin - Green Bay: Dr. Ryan Martin, Dr. Georjeanna Wilson-Doenges, Dr. Jason Cowell, Dr. Thomas Gretton, Dr. Abigail Neubauer, and Dr. Chelsea Wooding on the topic of thriving in academia. Tune in to find out about this and more!
Jan 11, 2024•46 min
Alison Jane is in conversation with Dr. Chelsea Wooding on the topic of sport and performance psychology. Is mental performance just for athletes? Tune in to find out about this and more!
Dec 14, 2023•56 min
Alison Jane is in conversation with Dr. Michael Nuccitelli on the topic of cyber predators. Who is the most vulnerable to cyber predators? Tune in to learn this and more!
Nov 30, 2023•44 min
