Are you dreaming of your next vacation? Many people see travel as a chance to escape their routines, explore new places and maybe even ‘find themselves.’ Andrew Stevenson, PhD, author of “The Psychology
of Travel,” talks about whether travel makes us happier, how technology and social media are changing the experience of travel, why we get post-vacation blue ... Show More
Sep 2
How teaching and learning will change in the age of AI, with C. Edward Watson, PhD, and Beth Schwartz, PhD
Over the past several years, generative AI has moved into classrooms at lightning speed. C. Edward Watson, PhD, author of “Teaching with AI: A Practical Guide to a New Era of Human Learning,” and Beth Schwartz, PhD, senior director of teaching and learning at APA, discuss how stu ... Show More
48m 22s
Aug 26
Why people cheat—and can relationships recover, with Galena Rhoades, PhD
Infidelity can shatter trust and leave people questioning their relationships and themselves. Galena Rhoades, PhD, discusses why people cheat; infidelity in the age of dating apps, social media and AI chatbots; what makes some betrayals harder to overcome than others; and how psy ... Show More
30m 57s
Aug 19
Encore: The psychology of sports fans, with Daniel Wann, PhD
Are you a sports superfan? Or do you wonder what’s driving the superfans in your life? Daniel Wann, PhD, of Murray State University, talks about why being a fan is usually good for people’s mental health, how they choose the teams they root for, why some are fair-weather fans whi ... Show More
41m 35s
Sep 2025
328. How to travel well in your 20s ft. Dr. Henry Ting
Travel is something many of us in our 20s aspire to do well and to do more of. Whether it’s the quintessential Europe summer, road trips to the next city or town over, or exploring forgotten trails and paths, travel impacts us deeply and of course, psychologically. But it can als ... Show More
53m 38s
Aug 2023
302. How to Enjoy Your Vacation No Matter What
Vacations. Most of us can’t wait to get away and just chill out. You might imagine yourself in a gorgeous location, eating delicious food, seeing beautiful sights, lounging by the pool or at the beach, feeling rested and happy. Or maybe you find yourself dreading it because you’r ... Show More
18m 33s
Jul 2025
For the Adventures Ahead: A Meditation for Travelers (Female Voice)
Hey there, it’s Jody Agard. As someone who cherishes the thrill of new destinations—the unfamiliar scents, the spontaneous conversations with strangers, the way each journey stretches and enriches my perspective—I know the profound impact travel can have on our souls. Yet, amidst ... Show More
13m 48s
Oct 2024
Transformative Adventure Experiences: How going out of your comfort zone can lead to personal growth.
[EPISODE SUMMARY] In this conversation, Kimberly Snyder discusses the transformative power of adventure and travel in fostering personal growth and breaking through comfort zones. She emphasizes that stepping out of familiar environments can lead to renewed clarity, inspiration, ... Show More
38m 13s