PsychTalks

Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences

Topics: Social Sciences · Mental Health · Society & Culture

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This is PsychTalks: a podcast that deep dives into groundbreaking research in psychology. Hear psychology and neuroscience experts unpack how our minds work – and discover how these insights can enrich your own life and help others. Made by the University of Melbourne’s School of Psychological Sciences.

Latest episodeCan your lifestyle choices affect your child’s brain?October 6, 2026 · 47 min

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Latest episodes

1. Can your lifestyle choices affect your child’s brain?October 6, 2026 · 47 min
2. What are children trying to tell us when they struggle at school?September 22, 2026 · 53 min
3. Why do so many drivers say "sorry mate, I didn't see you"?September 8, 2026 · 41 min
4. Is cycle syncing science or social media hype?August 25, 2026 · 33 min
5. Is alcohol dependence about more than willpower?July 28, 2026 · 28 min
6. Why are Australians so addicted to sports betting?July 13, 2026 · 39 min
7. Hidden biases in humans and machines: Can we really be fair?April 21, 2026 · 64 min
8. Do we ever stop being curious?January 13, 2026 · 46 min
9. Shelf deception: How does marketing on packaged foods influence us?October 21, 2025 · 31 min
10. Why is misinformation so powerful?October 7, 2025 · 28 min

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