PsychSessions: Conversations about Teaching N' Stuff

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TWS E02: Creating Space for Rest Jul 22, 2025

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Today, we are stepping into the theme of conversations that I have with students, particularly at the busy peaks of the semester, when they're working through the night or feeling like they are not doing enough. We are going to practice how to acknowledge the pressure and urgency to do more, while also creating permission to end your day or rest.

All you need is a comfortable place to sit or lie down. We will walk through common thoughts that crop up, use Dialectical Behavioral Theory tools to hold two opposing thoughts at once, and integrate self-compassion, so that you can use these phrases in your own lives.

Intro and Outro music: "In the Forest - Ambient Acoustic Guitar Instrumental Background Music For Videos" by [music_for_video] Provided by Pixabay Music (https://pixabay.com/music/) Licensed under Pixabay License – free for commercial use, no attribution required Edited for length and volume

Meditation music: "Ambient For Meditation by [Rockot] Provided by Pixabay Music (https://pixabay.com/music/) Licensed under Pixabay License – free for commercial use, no attribution required Edited for length and volume

TWS E01: Welcome to The Whole Student: Origins and Purpose of the Podcast Jul 22, 2025

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Welcome to the very first episode of The Whole Student.

Whether you're a student, a sibling of a student, a faculty member, or someone who supports students in any capacity as they navigate uncertainty about the future, fear of failure, homesickness, busybrain, feeling like they've done a "good enough" job for the day, imposter syndrome and feeling like they don't belong, I've been thinking about speaking with you for the last five years. Let me tell you a little bit about how the idea for this series emerged based on conversations and experiences with my students, and what I hope we can together to support you.

SB27: Linda Woolf for APA President Jul 18, 2025

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In this sidebar episode Garth and special guest host Sue Frantz interview Linda Woolf from Webster University in St. Louis, MO. Linda is a candidate for APA President, and their discussion centers around Linda's extensive history and contributions to the American Psychological Association, her vision for the future, and her motivations for running for the presidency. Linda emphasizes the importance of unity within the field of psychology and addresses critical issues such as anti-science sentiment, the role of AI in therapy, and her commitment to human rights and social justice. They also delve into Linda's leadership style, her extensive service to the profession, and her transformative work, including work with others to draft an Offer of Apology for the APA's historical wrongdoings. The episode encourages listeners to get involved and vote in the upcoming APA elections.

http://linda4apa.com/

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E229: Matt Genuchi: Men's mental health, wellness, careers, and family Jul 15, 2025

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In this episode Eric interviewed Matt Genuchi from Boise State University in Boise, ID. Matt shares his journey from being a French horn player in high school to studying men's mental health, depression, and suicide during his academic career. He delves into the specifics of his research, the influence of mentors at Baylor University, and his impactful moments at the University of Denver. He provides insights into his professional trajectory, which included crucial experiences in private practice and teaching before landing a faculty position at Boise State. He also highlights his current focus on preventive interventions in men's mental health and discusses his collaborative work in the field.

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PsychSessions: AI - Guy Boysen (S1E6) Jul 11, 2025

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Dr. Boysen is a Professor of Psychology at McKendree University and has served on the editorial board of multiple journals on the scholarship of teaching and learning. He is the author of Becoming a Psychology Professor and coauthor of An Evidence-based Guide to College and University Teaching. Guy shares how AI has influenced his work and teaching with the positive hope that educators and students might be able to use AI for good. Theme music was written by Thad Bromstrup.

PsychSessions: AI - The future of AI-enhanced courseware with David Wiley (S1E5) Jul 11, 2025

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David Wiley, PhD is the Chief Academic Officer and cofounder of Lumen Learning, as well as director of the Brad D. Smith Student Incubator at Marshall University. This discussion covers the long-term impacts of AI on educational courseware and how we might all benefit from a change in mindset on the way we teach. Theme music was written by Thad Bromstrup.

PsychSessions: AI - Laura Freberg (S1E4) Jul 11, 2025

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Dr. Laura Freberg is a Professor of Psychology at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, teaching introductory psychology and behavioral neuroscience. She is an author or co-author of textbooks in introductory psychology, behavioral neuroscience, applied behavioral neuroscience, and research methods. This discussion dives into how her classroom and teaching habits have been influenced by student use of AI. Theme music was written by Thad Bromstrup.

E228: Dan Ariely: Behavioral economics, social solutions, empathy, and fairness Jul 01, 2025

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In this episode Garth interviews Dan Ariely from Duke University in Durham, NC. Dan shares insights on motivation, fairness in the workplace, and the importance of subjective measures in understanding human interactions. He elaborates on his work during the COVID-19 pandemic and the challenges he faced, including receiving death threats. He emphasizes the role of empathy and understanding in dealing with misbeliefs and polarizing behavior. He also discusses the importance of gratitude, making the invisible visible, and creating more conducive environments for human motivation. The episode concludes with Dan's reflections on the importance of social science in addressing current global challenges.

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Statement from Duke University

April 2 2024 About the investigation of my work Dear friends, partners, and colleagues: After almost three years, Duke University recently concluded its investigation into my conduct as an academic and researcher. The Investigation Committee assembled by Duke's administration looked thoroughly at my work and found no evidence to support claims that I falsified data or knowingly used falsified data in general and specifically as coauthor of a 2012 paper in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. The Investigation Committee determined that I should have done more to prevent faulty data from being published in the 2012 paper. Hindsight is 20/20, and upon much reflection, indeed there were extra steps I could have taken to prevent such data from being published. I appreciate the opportunity to learn from this experience, and I would like to reaffirm my commitment to ensuring that my research methodologies at the Center for Advanced Hindsight remain in lockstep with values of integrity, transparency, and accuracy. I am happy to say I've put this matter behind me and resumed my work at Duke at full speed. To my dear friends and colleagues: Thank you for your continued support. With all my love and enthusiasm for what lies ahead, Dan

Replications of the 2012 study in question:

"How Pledges Reduce Dishonesty: The Role of Involvement and Identification"

Paper: https://tinyurl.com/ycpumrtk

Video discussion with some of the co-authors of the paper https://youtu.be/B_AbAJHRw54

"I Solemnly Swear I'm Up To Good: A Megastudy Investigating the Effectiveness of Honesty Oaths on Curbing Dishonesty":

Paper: https://tinyurl.com/53mbn5ws

Video discussion with a co-author of the paper: https://youtu.be/AjQ58irCZGg

SB26: ACT 2025 Preview! (An Interview with ACT Director Garth Neufeld featuring Guest Host Jennifer Grewe) Jun 23, 2025

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In this sidebar episode, guest host Jennifer Grewe chats with Garth Neufeld about ACT 2025 in Minneapolis, MN. Register for ACT 2025 at teachpsych.org.

E227: Laura Freberg: Embracing change, big problems, and the intersection of psychology and AI Jun 17, 2025

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In this episode Garth interviews Laura Freberg from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo in San Luis Obispo, CA. Laura discusses her approach to teaching psychology through big ideas and real-world problems, recounting her journey from a major in political science to becoming a professor of psychology. Laura shares her innovative methods for integrating AI into the classroom, highlighting the importance of humanizing technology in education. Additionally, she shares memorable stories, including an unnerving experience with a dubious transportation service and a fascinating encounter with an AI guardrails engineer. This episode offers a blend of practical teaching advice, personal anecdotes, and forward-thinking perspectives on the role of AI in education.

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