255. The psychology of misogyny ft. Hannah F...

Superstitions can seem irrational on the surface, but beneath them is something incredibly human - the need for meaning, comfort, and a sense of control in an uncertain world. In this episode, we explore the psychology of superstition - why the mind creates these beliefs, why the ...  Show more

Why do we become obsessed with people who don't want us back? Even when we know it will never work? Even when we know there's no convincing them? In this episode, we unpack the psychology behind unrequited love, limerence, longing, and the irresistible pull of unavailable people, ...  Show more

Aloha lovely listeners,

We have an epic episode for you guys this week.

We wanted to discuss all things internalised misogyny + sexism. We explore the psychological function of gender bias, as well as the psychological processes that perpetuate these behavio ...

What would you have liked to accomplish by 25? Was being the co-founder and CEO of an independent Australian news commentary platform providing informed, progressive opinions on subjects that sit at the intersection of feminist, social and political issues on your list? What abou ...  Show more

What does it mean to live outside the stereotypes, and how can we free ourselves from shame?How do we stop caring about others' judgments and start living for ourselves?Alya Mooro, Egyptian-born and London-raised writer and best-selling author of The Greater Freedom: Life as a Mi ...  Show more

Have you ever been fired from a job? Did it end up leading you to something better? Today, Jay sits down with comedian, podcaster, and former reality TV star Hannah Berner to explore her unconventional journey—from competitive tennis to stand-up comedy. Hannah shares how she’s ma ...  Show more