The Science of Personality Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Cults & Personality May 10, 2022

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In the latest episode of The Science of Personality Podcast, Ryne and Blake are joined by world-renowned psychologist, Dr. Adrian Furnham, to talk about cults, personality, and mind control. What kinds of cults are out there? What makes one join a cult? What keeps them in a cult? This episode answers these questions.

Problems with Promotions Apr 26, 2022

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In the latest episode of The Science of Personality Podcast, Ryne and Blake are joined by Hogan's Jackie Sahm to talk about problems with promotions. Organizations all over the world regularly reward their best employees with promotions across all levels, but these transitions are often unsuccessful. In this episode, find out why that's the case and what organizations can do to fix it.

Successful Teams Throughout History Apr 12, 2022

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In the latest episode of The Science of Personality Podcast, Ryne and Blake discuss some of the most successful teams throughout history and why they were so effective.

Genetics & Personality Mar 29, 2022

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In the latest episode of The Science of Personality Podcast, Ryne and Blake are joined by Dr. Kathryn Paige Harden, Professor of Psychology at the University of Texas, to discuss the topic of genetics and personality. Dr. Harden’s book, The Genetic Lottery: Why DNA Matters for Social Equality, is available for purchase via Princeton University Press.

Personality, Leadership, and the Consequences Mar 08, 2022

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In the latest episode of The Science of Personality Podcast, Ryne and Blake are joined by Dr. Robert Hogan, President & Founder of Hogan Assessments, to discuss personality, leadership, and the consequences of having the wrong person in charge.

Personality of Elite Athletes Feb 22, 2022

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In the latest episode of The Science of Personality Podcast, Ryne and Blake talk about the personality of elite athletes based on data collected by Hogan Assessments.

Hogan on Leadership Feb 08, 2022

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In the latest episode of The Science of Personality Podcast, Ryne and Blake are joined by Hogan Assessments Learning Solutions Manager, Jocelyn Hays, to discuss Hogan's view on leadership.

Executive Transitions Jan 25, 2022

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In the latest episode of The Science of Personality Podcast, Ryne and Blake are joined by ICF-accredited coach Navid Nazemian to discuss the topic of executive transitions.

Automated Decision-Making Jan 11, 2022

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In the latest episode of The Science of Personality Podcast, Ryne and Blake are joined by Rice University Professor of Psychology, Dr. Fred Oswald, to discuss the topic of automated decision-making.

2021 Derailers of the Year Dec 21, 2021

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In the latest episode of The Science of Personality Podcast, Ryne and Blake reveal their choices for the 2021 Derailers of the Year.