On this episode of the pod we are joined by a special guest, Dr. Jay Van Bavel, who is an Associate Professor of Psychology and Neural Science at New York University, to discuss the anti-vaccine movement, cult-mentality, and the predilection for conspiratorial thinking.
We summarize some factors that contribute to susceptibility to cult mentality and the r ... Show More
Jun 3
Season 6 Rerun - Pediatricians: Not About The Benjamins, Baby
(Original Airdate 03/11/2026) We are off this week, but ICYMI, here's one of our favorite episodes from this season. In this episode, Jess welcomes not one, not two, but THREE pediatricians in to the pod to discuss the realities of pediatric practice. You can also watch the episo ... Show More
33m 52s
May 27
The Research Forgot Women. Alzheimer’s Didn’t.
This week's episode explores the impact of Alzheimer's disease, on women in particular, and features insights from cognitive neurologist Dr. Neelum Aggarwal and personal stories from psychotherapist and author Leah Fisher, who herself has been diagnosed with Mild Cognitive Impair ... Show More
53m 24s
May 20
Ready or Not? Mostly Not: America's Preparedness Report Card
This week, Dr. Nadine Gracia discusses the 2026 Ready or Not Report with us, highlighting the state of the U.S. public health preparedness amidst recent challenges like funding cuts, workforce shortages, and natural disasters. The conversation emphasizes the importance of sustain ... Show More
36m 20s
Nov 2022
Case Study: Origins of Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Cluster B
This show aims to educate the audience from a scientifically informed perspective about the major cluster B personality disorders: narcissism, histrionic, borderline, and antisocial.
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20m 54s
Jul 2022
What is Pathological Nostalgia?
Cluster B
This show aims to educate the audience from a scientifically informed perspective about the major cluster B personality disorders: narcissism, histrionic, borderline, and antisocial.
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19m 40s
Aug 2018
01| Introducing Navigating Neuropsychology
<p>Welcome to Navigating Neuropsychology (NavNeuro for short), a podcast for neuropsychology trainees, professionals, and anyone interested in the brain and behavior. This episode is an introduction to the podcast. We discuss the motivation behind it, structure, plans for the f ... Show More
18m 54s
Mar 2024
Case Study: Narcissistic Rage
Cluster B
This show aims to educate the audience from a scientifically informed perspective about the major cluster B personality disorders: narcissism, histrionic, borderline, and antisocial.
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19m 26s
Mar 2024
Case Study: Pathological Vulnerable Narcissism
Cluster B
This show aims to educate the audience from a scientifically informed perspective about the major cluster B personality disorders: narcissism, histrionic, borderline, and antisocial.
References:
American Psychiatric Association. (2013). Diagnostic and statistical manu ... Show More
22m 7s