Two Guys on Your Head

Social Decision-Making Nov 15, 2024

From a very early age, we learn to take cues from our environment as to how we should feel about things; we look to our parents to give us a sense of safety, and we laugh when others laugh. However, in our society today, with everything from laugh tracks to bot-generated likes, assessing the validity of social information can be tough.

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Art Markman, Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy talk about the psychology of social decision-making.

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The Psychology of Uncertainty (Rebroadcast) Nov 08, 2024

When we’re anxious, we have a heightened awareness of negative things in our environment. In contrast, we tend to notice more desirable things when excited. Coupled with the media landscape today, it’s easy to see how emotions can spiral every time you look at your phone.

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Art Markman, Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy discuss the importance of gauging your locus of control when processing information through media.

November 14th at 4 pm, join Two Guys on Your Head Live on the University of Texas at Austin campus for “One Guy, One AI on Your Head.”

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Media and Trust Nov 02, 2024

We evolved to learn how to trust people, but we didn’t evolve in an environment with the Internet and AI, which means that it can be difficult for us to discern fact from fiction quickly. In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Art Markman, Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy talk about what this means in terms of media and trust.

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Assessing Risk Oct 25, 2024

We’re not great at assessing risk, especially using ratios and percentages, but as Art Markman, Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy ask in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, does it matter?

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Base Rate Neglect Oct 18, 2024

Often, when we hear warning reports associated with certain foods or behaviors, we think we understand what is good or bad for us. However, as Art Markman, Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy discuss in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, base rate neglect, we don’t have a clear understanding of what that means.

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Time: Audience Q&A Oct 11, 2024

The Texas Science & Natural History Museum hosted a live taping of Two Guys on Your Head, with the whole Two Guys team, Art Markman, Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy, to discuss the Psychology of Time. It was a wonderful conversation!

In this fourth and final installment of the series, we take questions from the audience and discuss the idea of time running out, as well as rhythm and time.

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Time: Art and Pain Oct 04, 2024

The Texas Science & Natural History Museum hosted a live taping of Two Guys on Your Head, with the whole Two Guys team, Art Markman, Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy, to discuss the Psychology of Time. It was a wonderful conversation, and for the next few episodes, we’re bringing you bits and pieces of various aspects of the psychology of time.

The third installment of the series looks at how interacting with art can influence how you understand and experience time, and we’ll talk about the relationship between pain and time.

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Time: Perception and Memory Sep 28, 2024

The Texas Science & Natural History Museum hosted a live taping of Two Guys on Your Head, with the whole Two Guys team, Art Markman, Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy, to discuss the Psychology of Time. It was a wonderful conversation, and for the next few episodes, we’re bringing you bits and pieces of various aspects of the psychology of time.

The second installment of the series looks at the psychology of how we perceive time vs. how we remember time.

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Time: Imagining Deep Time Sep 20, 2024

The Texas Science & Natural History Museum hosted a live taping of Two Guys on Your Head, with the whole Two Guys team, Art Markman, Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy, to discuss the Psychology of Time. It was a wonderful conversation, and for the next few episodes, we’re bringing you bits and pieces of various aspects of the psychology of time.

We’ll kick off by asking how we make sense of time scales, and why it’s so difficult for us to comprehend concepts like deep time.

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Unpacking Sep 13, 2024

Moving is never easy, but at least you have deadlines for when you need to be out of one place and into another. When it comes to unpacking, it’s a different story. As Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke explore in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, getting settled in takes time, but the psychological payoff can be profound.

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New Beginnings Sep 06, 2024

For many, fall marks the beginning of a new school year, which can mean a time to reinvent yourself. In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss the importance of mindset, social groups, and expectations when starting fresh.

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Embodied Emotions Aug 30, 2024

Emotions are sometimes good to listen to when you’re trying to make a decision, but sometimes they’re not so good. However, as Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke explore in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, the more you know about how your brain works and what certain feelings may indicate, the more tools you have to act.

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Quotations Aug 23, 2024

We often read engaging or witty quotes and consider their content or meaning, but as Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke explore in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, quotes serve many functions in how and what we communicate and remember.

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Psychological Landmarks Aug 16, 2024

It’s August, which means it’s the anniversary of the first airing of Two Guys on Your Head on KUT Austin. And even though we don’t need an excuse to party, it seems strange to celebrate the 11-year mark. Why is that?

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke explore the significance of psychological landmarks.

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Second Chances Aug 09, 2024

Oftentimes, we praise perfect execution over Samuel Beckett’s mantra,
“Try again. Fail again. Fail better.” Even so, the idea of practicing a skill, learning a task, or iterating on an idea is easier for us to accept than allowing people who wrong us in some way a second chance.

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke explore why second chances are so valuable, not only in our academic and professional lives but in our personal lives as well.

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Teaching Expertise Aug 02, 2024

Becoming an expert in any area takes a lot of time, work, and navigation; teaching our expertise to someone else takes a different and unique set of skills.

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss how to teach expertise.

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Culture and Knowledge Jul 26, 2024

Every generation has a different starting point when it comes to knowledge, and it can be a challenge to decipher what we can take for granted regarding how we know what we know and what we need to learn for ourselves.

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss the relationship between culture and knowledge.

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Teaching Balanced Pragmatism Jul 19, 2024

With so many opportunities for compromise, not only in our political sphere but also in our daily lives, we might wonder why teaching strategies for this aren’t more common. In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss why it’s so important to teach balanced pragmatism as a skill and as a value.

Check out the paper Art and Bob discuss by Curtis Puryear and Kurt Gray in the 2024 Journal of Experimental Psychology: General Issue.

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Balanced Pragmatism Jul 12, 2024

We live in an era of deep division, and it’s hard for people with opposing views to even talk to each other. So, how can we begin to move toward compromise and collaboration? In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss the idea of “balanced pragmatism” as a possible way forward.

Check out the paper by Curtis Puryear and Kurt Gray in the 2024 Journal of Experimental Psychology: General Issue.

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Work and Happiness Jul 05, 2024

Happiness is important when it comes to our working conditions, but it’s not the only factor to consider. As Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, a good balance of promoting happiness, creativity, and efficiency can be difficult but rewarding.

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Benefits of The Open Floor Plan Jun 28, 2024

When you work in an open floor plan it’s hard to concentrate as you’re easily distracted, and you feel like a pest, but as Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, they do have an interesting upside.

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The Open Floor Plan Jun 21, 2024

Creating open floor plans for workspaces may be less expensive, but as Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, psychologically, we’re paying a high price.

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Performance and Privilege Jun 14, 2024

Performing social norms has benefits, however, when you have to perform all the time just to fit in, it can be stressful and exhausting. In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about performance and privilege.

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Performance and Gestures Jun 07, 2024

Many of us go through life blissfully unaware of how and why we are performing, but as Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, those performances, specifically gesturing, help us communicate in ways we are only now beginning to understand.

Check out the study Art refers to by Bob Krauss.

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Framing Discourse (Rebroadcast) May 31, 2024

Sometimes we get so wrapped up in a debate, even with ourselves, that it doesn’t occur to us to change the frame of the conversation. As Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, it’s important to find new ways to talk and think about things.

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Wandering May 24, 2024

It’s sometimes difficult to justify doing an activity that isn’t related to work or achieving a specific goal, but as Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, letting your mind wander and thinking of things other than your immediate task can be beneficial for your brain and your pursuits.

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Cause and Effect May 17, 2024

It can be difficult to understand how to navigate behavior when there is no direct cause and effect between what you’re doing and the impact you want to have. In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke, talk about why it’s important to take daily actions toward long-term goals.

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Time, Attention, and How To Get Things Done May 10, 2024

Time is important, especially when it comes to the brain. In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke, talk about how our brains process and understand time and how we can reorient our goals within tasks to stay motivated and get more done.

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Transparency May 03, 2024

There’s a lot going on below the surface when it comes to what we reveal and conceal. In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke, talk about a few perplexing dimensions of the psychology of transparency.

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Abstinence vs. Moderation Apr 26, 2024

Some of our behaviors tend to get in the way of goals we would like to achieve or even the lives we want to live, but changing our behavior can be more complicated than we think.

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke, talk about the psychology of abstinence vs. moderation.

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How To Crush Writer’s Block Apr 19, 2024

In April, we celebrate National Poetry Month, and in honor of this beautiful commemoration, we wanted to revisit our show on writer’s block! That phrase might induce panic and a recollection of a familiar experience. It’s a widespread phenomenon. So what is it?

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke explain the ins and outs of how and why we sometimes get stuck – and what we can do to help ourselves in those difficult situations.

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The Soup Study Revisited Apr 12, 2024

A classic study found that individuals eat less soup when they have a visual cue of how much they have eaten, thus demonstrating the power of external cues about eating. However, this research, done by Brian Wansink and his colleagues in 2005, was called into question by the lead researcher’s demonstrations of scientific misconduct.

A new research team, led by Alejandra Lopez, has replicated the study and published its findings in the Journal of Experimental Psychology: General. The team found that the main results hold up.

Yet, as Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke, discuss in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, that the findings replicate is one thing, but how we interpret and use this information is another story altogether.

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Remembering Daniel Kahneman Apr 05, 2024

Nobel laureate and behavioral psychologist Daniel Kahneman passed away on March 27th, 2024, at the age of 90. Kahneman was not only a giant in the fields of psychology and economics, but as Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke talk about in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head he was also kind, generous, open-minded, and willing to collaborate even with people who disagreed with him. Kanheman’s ideas and research will have a lasting impact on how we understand attention, memory, rationality, and much more, and the example he set as a scientist offers a possibility model for generations to come.

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Hedges and Crutches Mar 29, 2024

Building in hedges to a sentence is a natural thing most of us do without thinking too much about it, but when we can’t form a sentence without “really” or “like ya know” it might be time to take a pause. That said, as we explore in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, with Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke, these hedges and crutches serve a communicative purpose.

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Bonus: Art’s XYZ Approach to Behavior Change Mar 22, 2024

Dr. Art Markman explains how he advises organizational leaders about critiquing behavior.

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Change: The Fundamental Attribution Error Mar 22, 2024

Many psychological elements go into the idea of changing or remaking oneself, so Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke decided to record a series on the psychology of change. Our third and final episode delves into the words we use to describe ourselves and others and why and how they matter.

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Change: Belief Systems Mar 14, 2024

Many psychological elements go into the idea of changing or remaking oneself, so Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke decided to record a series on the psychology of change. Our second episode in the series looks at what we believe about who can change, how people change, and why it matters.

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Change: Nature via Nurture Mar 08, 2024

Many psychological elements go into the idea of changing or remaking oneself, so Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke decided to record a series on the psychology of change beginning with the different intellectual lines on the idea of personal change.

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Freebies Mar 01, 2024

There is a lot of psychology that goes into how, when, and why we part with our money, and to be sure marketers know this very well. In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of the freebie and how to take control of what we spend.

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A Case For Curiosity Part II Feb 23, 2024

Have you ever wondered about something but didn’t ask about it because you thought it was something you should already know about? You may have worried someone might think less of you for not knowing. It turns out that that happens more often than we’d like to admit mainly because of subtle judgments we may have received early in life. However, curiosity is a vital part of what it means to be an intellectually flourishing human so how can we ensure we are nurturing curiosity in ourselves and others?

In part II of A Case For Curiosity with Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about strategies to cultivate curiosity.

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A Case For Curiosity Part I Feb 16, 2024

Being a curious person and finding out about things that interest us is a wonderful element of what it means to be human. In the first part of our look at the psychology of curiosity with Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about why we should be open to curiosity, and the unforeseen barriers that could be in our way.

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Risk Assessment Feb 13, 2024

How we understand, assess, and determine what risks we are willing to take can change depending on many variables, but what we might not consider is that much of this is happening below our conscious awareness.

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke conclude their series on risk by looking at the psychology of risk assessment.”

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Desire and Risk Feb 02, 2024

How we understand, assess, and determine what risks we are willing to take can change depending on a variety of variables, but what we might not consider is that much of this is happening below our conscious awareness.

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss the influence desire has on risk.

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The Psychology of Risk Jan 26, 2024

How we understand, assess, and determine what risks we are willing to take can change depending on a variety of variables, but what we might not consider is that much of this is happening below our conscious awareness.

With this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke begin our series on the psychology of risk.

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Tipping Jan 20, 2024

According to theAccording to the Pew Research Center, 72% of Americans say tipping is expected in more places today than it was five years ago. It seems everywhere you make a transaction the swiveling iPad is urging you to choose a percentage to tip before you sign.

This cultural shiftThis cultural shift in our consumer activity is not only disconcerting but can leave us feeling guilty or manipulated. In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke explore the psychology of tipping.

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How Our Brains Process Reading Vs. Listening (Rebroadcast) Jan 11, 2024

Have you ever wanted to tell a friend about a book you just discovered by saying, “I’m reading…” then you have to qualify that by saying, “Actually I am listening to it.” Maybe you feel a bit like a cheat or an imposter? Well, you should not! Listening is different than reading because our brains process information in different ways, but as Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke explore in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, it might be more interesting than you think.

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Common Sense Jan 05, 2024

A lot of times when we think of or refer to common sense it is because we think someone may be lacking it. However, for our society to function we need to have some consensus, but how do we learn and teach this, and what exactly is common sense?

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke explore the psychology of common sense.

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Teaching The Value of Learning Dec 29, 2023

Grades serve as a proxy to measure if we’ve learned what we need to learn, but emphasizing the grade over the value of learning is done more often than not to our detriment.

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the importance of teaching the value of learning.

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Teaching a Moral Code Dec 22, 2023

Many times we think that if we set up the correct consequences for negative behavior children will learn to do the right thing, but as Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about as we continue our series on the psychology of teaching with Two Guys on Your Head, it’s not that simple.

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Teaching and Behavior Dec 15, 2023

There are many elements of being in a classroom that are difficult to navigate. It’s not only tough to teach, it’s hard to be an attentive student in an environment where we are stuck in our chairs for most of the day.

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about teaching and behavior and offer some ways of reframing our mindsets as instructors, parents, and students.

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Sugar and The Brain (Rebroadcast) Dec 07, 2023

Why is it hard to have just one of those delicious slices of pound cake over the holidays? Well, it turns out it has less to do with the creamy butter and more to do with the way our brains react to those sweet white grains of sugar.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss the ways our brains respond to sugar by releasing dopamine. While we may think this dopamine is supposed to make us feel good, what the chemicals in our brains are trying to do is to teach us that this sugar is a good thing and that we want more of it for our survival. This might have been beneficial to us 150,000 years ago, but with sweets in every candy dish, gas station, and coffee shop, craving sugar has its consequences.

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The Psychology of Finger Counting Dec 01, 2023

We may all count on our fingers, but we are not all counting on them the same way. In a 2012 issue of Cognition, German researchers Andrea Bender and Sieghard Beller argue that the extent of cultural diversity in finger-counting has been hugely underestimated.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy talk about the psychology of finger counting.

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Creating Happy Holidays Nov 24, 2023

It can be really stressful to try to make the holidays a happy time. In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy talk about what psychological ingredients can help ensure more meaningful connections.

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Nudge Theory Nov 17, 2023

When it comes to theories about behavior change if it seems too good to be true it probably is. In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy talk about the popular “Nudge” theory and why it’s not all it’s cracked up to be.

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Playoffs Nov 13, 2023

There is playoff fever around the country and things are particularly hot here in Texas. In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy talk about the psychology of why playoffs are so engaging.

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Charisma Nov 03, 2023

Studies of charisma suggest that there are two key dimensions of a charismatic person that researchers have called “affability” and “influence.” Affability reflects how likable someone is and influence relates to people’s leadership ability and likelihood of motivating others to do something.

We know not everyone possesses such traits but what is less obvious is that you don’t need all those traits to be successful or a great team player. In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy talk about the psychology of charisma.

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The Lying Brain Oct 27, 2023

Some new research suggests that there is a lot more we consider when deciding to tell a fib or not. In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy talk about what’s on “the lying brain” and why it matters.

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The Midlife Crisis Oct 19, 2023

A midlife crisis is a time of transition when we might question what we’ve accomplished, done, or not done, and ask things like the Talking Heads do of our “Once in a Lifetime.”

But what is a midlife crisis psychologically? In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy talk about the midlife crisis and how to navigate it.

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Are We Motivated By Deadlines? Oct 13, 2023

The way we respond to deadlines varies quite a bit. Some people fall apart when they’re up against a deadline while for others deadlines help them focus, and then there are those for whom deadlines don’t seem to matter at all. So, as with most things in science, the answer to the question about if deadlines actually help to motivate us is, it depends.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy talk about deadlines and motivation.

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Test Anxiety Oct 05, 2023

Feeling a bit nervous before an exam is normal and sometimes can even help to focus your attention. But as Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy talk about in this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, test anxiety, can interfere with your test-taking performance, and hence not really demonstrate your aptitude for the subject.

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Speed and Test Taking Sep 29, 2023

When it comes to taking tests, like college prep tests for example, why does how fast you complete the test matter?

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy talk about why speed matters when taking tests, but also why it’s not the best way to test for intelligence or to determine success.

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Intrinsic & Extrinsic Reward Sep 22, 2023

Recognition is important, but it can be a double-edged sword if it’s not thoughtful and honest. In fact, it might often be counterproductive when trying to cultivate self-motivation.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy talk about intrinsic and extrinsic rewards.

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Recognition and Expectation Sep 15, 2023

Recognition is a big deal. When we are not recognized for the things we do that are important to us we can feel invisible. However, there are many elements to recognition that we might not, well, recognize. In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy talk about expectation and recognition.

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Why Do We Make Lists? Sep 09, 2023

We have so many wonderful apps and gadgets that help us stay on track with our lives and goals so why would anyone still use a piece of paper and pen to make a list? It turns out there is a lot more to list-making than meets the eye. In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy talk about the psychology of lists.

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The Dark Triad (Rebroadcast) Sep 01, 2023

In psychology, the “Dark Triad” refers to narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy. How do we identify those who are “high in the Dark Triad” and why is it important?

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss the Dark Triad.

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Gaslighting (Rebroadcast) Aug 25, 2023

We might feel like we’ve been duped when we believe a lie someone has told us, and we may want to crawl into a hole when we share “fake news” on Facebook. But in actuality, we have evolved to trust vs. to question, which is why our tendency toward credulity is easily taken advantage of.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of what is known as “gaslighting” and how to put checks in place so you are less susceptible to being taken for a ride.

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Merit Aug 18, 2023

Making judgments based on merit is a common practice in our society, but how do we determine what counts when it comes to merit, and is it the best way to judge skills and ability? In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy ask if there is any merit to merit.

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Scarcity and Lying Aug 11, 2023

Why don’t we lie to get what we want?

We may think that if we are in a situation where we need something we don’t have we would do almost anything to get it, including lying, but as Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy talk about in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head a recent study found that that is not the case.

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Self-Determination Theory: Relatedness Aug 04, 2023

Self-Determination Theory suggests that there are three fundamental psychological needs humans have in order to thrive: autonomy, competence, and relatedness. But what do those things mean in terms of our day-to-day lives?

In the third and final installment of our Two Guys on Your Head series on Self-Determination, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy discuss relatedness.

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Self-Determination Theory: Competence Jul 28, 2023

Self-Determination Theory suggests that there are three fundamental psychological needs humans have in order to thrive: autonomy, competence, and relatedness. But what do those things mean in terms of our day-to-day lives?

In part II of our Two Guys on Your Head series on Self-Determination, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy discuss competence.

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Self-Determination Theory: Autonomy Jul 21, 2023

Some people may feel constrained, unmotivated, or alienated, while others are curious, and feel vital and self-motivated. It turns out that these differences are not just biological but have a lot to do with social context. In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy discuss Autonomy; part one of our series on Self-Determination Theory.

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Risk and Prevention Jul 14, 2023

When it comes to assessing risk and preventing calamity, as humans, we’re not so great. In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head with Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke, we talk about why it’s important to structure our environment in a way that protects us from ourselves.

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Values-Alignment Interventions Part II Jul 07, 2023

In part one of our exploration of values-alignment interventions Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke of Two Guys on Your Head discussed a recent study by Dr. David Yeager, Dr. Cintia Hinojosa, and Dr. Christopher Bryan that demonstrates how interventions that attach certain behaviors to already existing values held by participants can be very effective.

In part II we go a bit deeper into understanding just what values-alignment is and how it works.

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Growth Mindset and Values-Alignment Interventions Jun 30, 2023

Changing behavior and forming new habits can be difficult, however as Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head a recent study by Dr. David Yeager, Dr. Cintia Hinojosa, and Dr. Christopher Bryan demonstrates how interventions that attach certain behaviors to already existing values held by participants can be very effective.

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We See With Our Brains (rebroadcast) Jun 23, 2023

We may think that we see with our eyes and hear with our ears, etc. but it turns out to be much more complicated. In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke explore sense and perception.

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Money, Happiness and Community Jun 16, 2023

New research suggests that the link between money and happiness could be more cohesive than previously thought. In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke explore how more money can make you happier.

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Adversarial Collaboration Jun 09, 2023

It takes a lot of confidence and humility to admit when we’re wrong, and that is especially true when it comes to science. So in the edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy are taking a moment to highlight one “Adversarial Collaboration” that could change the way we look at the relationship between money and happiness.

“Income and emotional well-being: A conflict resolved” by Matthew Killingsworth, Daniel Khaneman, and Barbara Mellers

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Why We Laugh Jun 02, 2023

Laughter may be the best medician, but do we really understand why? In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke explore the psychology of laughter.

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How To Say “No” And Why It’s Important May 26, 2023

We’ve done shows on the importance of being open to new opportunities; in short, saying yes. And while saying yes is very important, we might be too prone to saying yes to things when we should be saying no.

Why is hard to say no? Why don’t we take into account the opportunity cost when we’re considering our options?

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about how to practice saying no, and why it matters.

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How To Disconnect May 19, 2023

It’s summertime, and for some, that means it’s time for a vacation. But how do you get the most out of your time off and truly vacate? In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about how to disconnect and why it’s important.

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Innovation and Creativity (Rebroadcast) May 12, 2023

We may think creativity is being able to come up with a new idea no one has ever thought about before, but in reality, so many factors go into what it means to be creative and innovative. In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, we revisit a 2016 SXSW event where Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke. and Rebecca McInroy discuss memory, innovation, creativity, and productivity.

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Coaching Pro Tips May 05, 2023

A good coach understands individual differences, goals, and needs and helps people not only achieve what they want for themselves but to pursue the potential they have that they may not even see. We wrap up our Two Guys on Your Head series on coaching with a few psychological pro tips from Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke.

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Coaching Unlearning Apr 28, 2023

Sometimes as a coach, you need to help people get rid of unfavorable behaviors so they can improve. Yet, as Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, it’s a lot more complicated, psychologically, than you may think.

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Coaching a Team Apr 21, 2023

There are various dimensions to being a good coach. As Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, it’s one thing to coach an individual, but coaching a team is a whole other ballgame.

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Coaching Apr 14, 2023

It’s very popular to enlist coaches these days, and as Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, there are a lot of psychological reasons why this is a very good thing.

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The Influencer Apr 07, 2023

It turns out that although we may think we decide our preferences based on what we like or dislike, many times we are influenced by factors outside of our conscious awareness.

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss the psychology of influence.

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Memory, Imagination, and Happiness Mar 31, 2023

When it comes to imagination and happiness, it turns out there’s a lot going on. If you think, as William Arthur Ward said, “If you can imagine it, you can achieve it; if you can dream it, you can become it,” you might be in for a surprise when it comes to well-being.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about why it’s important to manage our exceptions and goals and enjoy the moments in the process of becoming, in order to live happier lives.

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Imagination and Change Mar 24, 2023

Have you ever been in a situation that you just can’t see your way out of? Have you ever been stuck on a path you did not want to follow? In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about how we can practice gaining experiences that can help us imagine different possibilities for a future we never knew we wanted, to get out of a present we’re not happy with.

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Forgetting To Remember Mar 16, 2023

It turns out that forgetting is a feature, not a bug. In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markaman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the many ways forgetting is more important than we may think, especially when it comes to what we remember.

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The Psychology, Science and Performance of Play Mar 09, 2023

Turns out that understanding the why and how of play in our everyday lives is a serious business, but still a lot of fun! Listen back as Rebecca McInroy, Art Markman and Bob Duke of Two Guys on Your Head join Alison Preston, Kirk Lynn, and Sarah Abraham for a special presentation at the Texas Science Festival on the psychology, science, and performance of play!

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Math, Music, and The Brain Mar 03, 2023

There are some things that just feel like they’re true. For example, the idea that people who are gifted musicians are also good at learning math, or vice versa.

However, there isn’t any data that suggests that there are any links in the brain between these proclivities. As Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about in this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, we underestimate the role emotions play in what we believe to be true.

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Protect Your Boredom Feb 24, 2023

It seems that people today carry with them the constant mantra, “I’m so busy.” And as it can be tough to juggle work, kids, and life in general, a lot of that feeling of being overwhelmed may be our own fault.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markaman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the value of boredom, and how to get the most out of your downtime to feel more in control and less stressed.

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How To Give a Great Talk Feb 17, 2023

It turns out you don’t have to be exceptionally witty or charming to give a great talk, you just need to be you. And it doesn’t hurt, as Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke, discuss in this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, to follow a few other tips as well.

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Learning and The Brain Feb 10, 2023

OpenAI is previewing a new tool called ChatGPT that uses AI to generate text based on prompts. This raises a wide variety of questions. In the last episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy explored the relationship between competence vs. comprehension. In part II we ask, what psychological benefit is there when we choose to do the work ourselves?

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Competence vs. Comprehension Feb 03, 2023

OpenAI is previewing a new tool called ChatGPT that uses AI to generate text based on prompts. This raises a wide variety of questions, many of which can be better understood when we look at what Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke, explore in this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, with Rebecca McInroy; the relationship of competence vs. comprehension.

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How To Reframe Stress Jan 27, 2023

In our last episode, we talked about how stress and discomfort aren’t always negative. Sometimes you can harness your energy by learning to reframe the negative feelings, but how do we do that?

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy talk about the process of reframing stressful situations and why it’s important.

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Reframing Stress Jan 20, 2023

Stress and discomfort aren’t always negative. Sometimes you can harness your energy by learning to reframe the negative feelings. As Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob discuss in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, some new research by Ayelet Fishbach and her colleagues suggests that doing this can help you get more done.

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Why We Love Our Pets Jan 13, 2023

Having a pet is a big responsibility. Pets can be expensive, wake you up in the middle of the night, limit your travel plans, and bring home gifts that aren’t quite what you asked Santa for. Yet, we love them, they bring us joy, and they are really wonderful for us psychologically.

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the reasons why pets are so important to our mental health.

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Why We Laugh Jan 06, 2023

What is the evolutionary benefit of laughter? In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke explore why we laugh.

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Making Change Stick Dec 30, 2022

It’s that time of the year when we resolve to drink less, exercise more, save money, etc. It may feel really good to intend to do “better” in the new year, but as Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, real change takes planning and hard work. Why is that?

It turns out we have no idea why we do most of the things we do on a daily basis. And as long as our behaviors are driven by factors that operate below our conscious awareness, we may not know how to change. As the Two Guys point out, effective change can happen when we start from the outside in. When we look at our environments first we can make space and cultivate relationships that help us become our best selves.

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Celebration Dec 23, 2022

Sometimes we put off celebrating until we achieve a big goal instead of taking a moment to enjoy the little achievements along the way, and that’s a problem.

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss the evolutionary reasons behind the importance of celebration, gratitude, and achievement.

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How To Crush Writer’s Block (Rebroadcast) Dec 16, 2022

Writer’s block! That phrase might induce panic and a recollection of a familiar experience. It’s a very common phenomenon. So what is it?

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke explain the ins and outs of how and why we sometimes get stuck – and what we can do to help ourselves in those difficult situations.

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Attention and Performance Dec 08, 2022

What causes us to choke under pressure, especially when we’re playing a sport? Why is it that when we start paying close attention to how we’re performing a motor skill, like running or speaking, we tend to mess it up?

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markaman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the significance of the brain mechanisms that support fluid performance and why it’s important to not think too much about them.

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Why It’s Not Always About Being Liked When You’re a Leader (Rebroadcast) Dec 02, 2022

If you’re in a leadership position you know you have to make some difficult decisions. Some of those decisions might put you in the doghouse for a while, but if you are motivated by the good of the group as opposed to the need to be liked, things tend to work out better.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of leadership and being liked.

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The Psychology of The Holiday Traditions (Rebroadcast) Nov 26, 2022

For many of us, Thanksgiving means spending time with our families and carrying out traditions that we’ve practiced for years.

While it can be very stressful, messy, and challenging to spend time with family members you don’t see very often, it can also be a beautiful time of re-centering.

Traditions serve a psychological function. By repeating the same traditional activity with the same group of people over the years, we construct a chronological record of who we’ve been before – and who we are now. It’s a hidden way of staying in touch with the consistent elements of our identities, and it allows us to track ourselves as we develop and change.

Traditions give us an opportunity to become psychologically close to the person that we used to be in childhood, or adolescence – or even as recently as last year. And that’s something to be thankful for.

As always, Drs. Bob Duke and Art Markman are carving it up.

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Why We Believe Lies Nov 18, 2022

We evolved to believe what we are told, however, we did not evolve in an environment with mass media. This is what makes the spread of misinformation so insidious and effective. In this week’s episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about why we believe lies.

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The Psychology of Reading (Part II) Nov 11, 2022

There are many ways in which reading enriches our lives, but we may overlook some of the most important. In this week’s episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke conclude their exploration into the psychology of reading.

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The Psychology of Reading (Part I) Nov 04, 2022

Many of us enjoy reading novels but rarely do we ask ourselves why we prefer one over another. In this week’s episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of reading.

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Brain Games and Learning Oct 28, 2022

You can go to the gym and work out your quads, your biceps, or your balance and isolate those muscle groups to focus on the improvement of those areas of function with work.

So it’s not too far of a stretch to assume if we exercise specific areas of our brains might we see improvement in functions as well, right? Unfortunately, it’s not quite so simple.

But have so many brain-training systems like Lumosity become so popular?

On this week’s Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke will demystify the process of brain function improvement and illustrate the effectiveness of brain training programs.

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The Social Components of Healing Oct 21, 2022

Healing from an injury, suffering a loss, or struggling with a mental illness, can be isolating, and yet many of us don’t take the time or know how to ask about where our friends, colleagues, or loved ones are in their process of healing from or dealing with these challenges; and that’s a problem. In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the social components of healing and why they’re important.

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Confronting Offense Oct 14, 2022

When someone offends you you may think the right thing to do is to confront them in that moment, yet as Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke talk about in this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, it turns out there might be a better and more productive approach.

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In Praise of Quitting Oct 07, 2022

There is a common misconception that when you’re not succeeding at something all you need to do is put in more effort, when in fact it may be a better option to give up.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy explore quitting and how it could be the key to success.

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Acronyms Sep 30, 2022

It’s much more efficient and effective to type LOL in a text rather than Laugh Out Loud, but can using acronyms excessively be more trouble than it’s worth?

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy answer a listener’s question about acronyms.

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Healing Part II: Trauma and Pain Sep 23, 2022

There are many aspects of healing from an injury other than just the physical element. In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy talk about what Art learned from his recent accident about the psychology of healing from trauma and experiencing pain.

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The Psychology of Healing Sep 16, 2022

We all have difficulties in our lives and rough patches we have to navigate, but in the moment it’s hard to know what can help. In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, talk about the psychology of healing from a first-hand perspective.

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Prompting Positivity and Communication Sep 09, 2022

How do we get our kids excited to learn, to feel good about themselves and their time at school, and be interested in communicating what they’re learning and doing to us and others? Sometimes it’s all about prompting. In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy conclude their back-to-school series with a few tips on how to prompt positivity and communication.

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Back to School-How To Help Your Teen Get More Sleep Sep 02, 2022

Sleep is an essential part of our overall well-being and health, and throughout our lives how much sleep we need and when we need it changes. Teenagers, for example, are wired to stay up late and sleep in but a lot of times our school and extracurricular schedules don’t allow for it. In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy give some tips that could help your teens get some much-needed sleep and why it’s important.

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Back to School-Sleep and Adolescence Aug 26, 2022

School is back in session and for many, that means early mornings. In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy talk about why the adolescent brain is having a particularly tough time waking up.

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Time and Perception (Rebroadcast) Aug 19, 2022

Time flies when you’re having fun, the old saying goes. But how can time – maybe the most fundamental concept of the universe – feel different under different conditions?

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke – break down the factors influencing our perception of time.

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Why We Love Sugar More Than Fat Aug 12, 2022

Why is it hard to have just one of those delicious slices of pound cake over the holidays? Well, it turns out it has less to do with the creamy butter and more to do with the way our brains react to those sweet white grains of sugar.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss the ways our brains respond to sugar by releasing dopamine. While we may think this dopamine is supposed to make us feel good, what the chemicals in our brains are trying to do is to teach us that this sugar is a good thing and that we want more of it for our survival. This might have been beneficial to us 150,000 years ago, but with sweets in every candy dish, gas station, and coffee shop, craving sugar has its consequences.

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Porosity vs. Meditation Aug 05, 2022

“Porosity” is a term developed by anthropologist Tanya Marie Luhrmann and psychology researcher Kara Weisman, to help understand the root of religious and spiritual beliefs. They argue that at the heart is the concept of a porous boundary between mind and world and that people in all human societies have conflicting intuitions about this boundary.

Here at Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy find this concept interesting and thought we would spend a little time, not only understanding it, but also complicating it, and asking, “what’s the difference between the concept of porosity and meditation?”

In this third and final episode in our three-part series on porosity, we dig into the mind-body connection.

“Porosity is The Heart of Religion”

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Porosity Complicated Jul 29, 2022

Last week’s episode focused on the concept of “porosity” a term developed by anthropologist Tanya Marie Luhrmann and psychology researcher Kara Weisman, to help understand the root of religious and spiritual beliefs. They argue that at the heart is the concept of a porous boundary between mind and world and that people in all human societies have conflicting intuitions about this boundary.

Here at Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy find this concept interesting and thought we would spend a little time, not only understanding it but complicating it.

In this second in our three-part series on porosity we ask a few questions about how it manifests in our daily lives and why we should care.

“Porosity is The Heart of Religion”

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Porosity Jul 22, 2022

When attempting to understand the root of religious and spiritual beliefs, anthropologist Tanya Marie Luhrmann and psychology researcher Kara Weisman argue that at the heart is the concept of a porous boundary between mind and world and that people in all human societies have conflicting intuitions about this boundary.

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke, map out this concept of porosity.

“Porosity is The Heart of Religion”

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Reframing Negative Thoughts Jul 15, 2022

Negative thoughts aren’t always bad, but when they are keeping you from things you want to do it may be time to reframe your perspective, especially when considering how we talk to ourselves.

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke, talk about how to get out of a negative self-talk loop and move forward.

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Teaching and Learning Part II: The Experience Jul 08, 2022

In order to effectively teach, we may need to reframe the idea of teaching altogether.

In Part II of our look at the psychology of teaching and learning with Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke, explore the role of creating effective learning experiences.

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Teaching and Learning Part I: The Master Class Jul 01, 2022

When we try to learn something new we might be tempted to sign up for the very popular master classes that are popping up all over the place, but how effective is getting advice in the process of learning?

In Part, I of our look at the psychology of teaching and learning with Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke, explore expertise and advice.

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Memory, Trauma, and PTSD (Rebroadcast) Jun 24, 2022

We may underestimate the role that our emotions of an event play in our memory of that event. But it turns out there are ways to manipulate those memories and separate the emotion out; even from Flashbulb memories.

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke talk about why looking at how traumatic memories are formed has led to new treatments for PTSD that are not chemical-based.

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Reasoning From The Desired Conclusion Jun 10, 2022

When we go about joint problem solving it’s important to agree on what problem we’re solving for and then go about working toward a solution. However, many times this doesn’t happen. In today’s episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke, talk about how the psychology of reasoning from the desired conclusion is frustrating when we want things to change.

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Virtual Grieving Jun 03, 2022

When we lose someone close to us we go through a very significant and public grieving process. When we hear of horrific tragedies our bodies and brains want to grieve for those losses as well, but we don’t have the same social community to grieve with. In today’s episode of Two Guys on Your Head, with Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke, we learn about the process of virtual grieving and why it’s so important to maintain mental health.

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Guns (Rebroadcast) May 20, 2022

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology behind both sides of America’s ongoing debate about firearms and gun control.

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Power, Negotiation, and Ourselves (Rebroadcast) May 13, 2022

Framing negotiations in terms of winning and losing w can set us up for disappointment, not only when it comes to how we negotiate with others but also how we negotiate with ourselves.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke off some other options that might help us win no matter what.

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Hobbies Part II May 06, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic was the catalyst for what has been termed the Great Resignation, which may allow people more time to consider taking up a new hobby. In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke continue their discussion of the psychology of hobbies

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Hobbies Part I Apr 29, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic was the catalyst for what has been termed the Great Resignation, which may allow people more time to consider taking up a new hobby. In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke take a look at the psychology of hobbies.

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Math, Music, and The Brain Apr 15, 2022

There are some things that just feel like they’re true. For example, the idea that people who are gifted musicians are also good at learning math, or vice versa.

However, there isn’t any data that suggests that there are any links in the brain between these proclivities. As Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about in this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, we underestimate the role emotions play in what we believe to be true.

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Protect Your Boredom Apr 08, 2022

It seems that people today carry with them the constant mantra, “I’m so busy.” And as it can be tough to juggle work, kids, and life in general, a lot of that feeling of being overwhelmed may be our own fault.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markaman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the value of boredom, and how to get the most out of your downtime to feel more in control and less stressed.

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Wordle Apr 01, 2022

Wordle is not just an incredibly fun and addictive game, as Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke point out in this week’s Two Guys on Your Head, it can teach us a lot about the psychology of how we learn.

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Laughing In The Face of Disaster Mar 25, 2022

A lot of us who are not experiencing disaster, war, or significant hardship may wonder how others who are can get through the day-to-day. It might be even more foreign to us to think how anyone could possibly laugh or smile or make jokes during such times.

However, in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke explore the psychology and long tradition of using humor to help deal with and process pain and suffering.

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Age and Perception Mar 18, 2022

A listener asked a question about why it is that we can feel a lot younger than we are. This prompted Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke to explore the psychology of how we perceive age.

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Effective Subversion Mar 11, 2022

There is more to making change happen than meets the eye. In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the art and psychology of effective subversion.

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How Many People Are Too Many? Mar 04, 2022

How many people are too many-psychologically?

As we’re slowly getting back to large in-person events, we thought we would revisit a 2019 episode of Two Guys on Your Head, where Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about how our brains help us to navigate crowds.

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Mind Body Connection (Rebroadcast) Feb 18, 2022

We know our minds are our bodies, but as Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about on this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, how these connections work is more complex than we might think.

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Determining Choices Feb 11, 2022

We may think we are making decisions based on choices that are in front of us, but it turns out that’s not the case. In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head. Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke discuss a recent study about how we determine the choices we have.

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The Psychology of a Fake Feb 04, 2022

Recent discussion about the dissemination of fake N95 masks inspired this edition of Two Guys on Your Head. Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke discuss why fakes can be so disconcerting and why we are more likely to be dupped because of time.

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DYOR Part II: Motivated Reasoning and Expertise Jan 28, 2022

DYOR stands for Do Your Own Research. It is a common acronym used throughout the internet due to how fast and easily misinformation can spread. It is encouraging people to research things and become informed before making a decision. However, it turns out it’s not so easy to do your own research for a variety of reasons that have to do with human psychology and culture.

In the second in a two-part series on the psychology of doing your own research Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke talk about motivated reasoning and expertise.

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DYOR Part I: Psychology and Culture Jan 22, 2022

DYOR stands for Do Your Own Research. It is a common acronym used throughout the internet due to how fast and easily misinformation can spread. It is encouraging people to research things and become informed before making a decision. However, it turns out it’s not so easy to do your own research for a variety of reasons that have to do with human psychology and culture.

In our first in a two-part series on the psychology of doing your own research Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the role different dimensions of American culture play in how we orient ourselves to problems even before we start researching solutions.

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Neuroticism Jan 14, 2022

A recent study suggests there are 4 characteristics that mentally well people share: openness to feelings, openness to emotions, truthfulness, and they’re not neurotic. But what does that really mean?

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke we’ll conclude our series unpacking each characteristic with a discussion of neuroticism.

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Truthfulness Jan 07, 2022

A recent study suggests there are 4 characteristics that mentally well people share: openness to feelings, openness to emotions, truthfulness, and they’re not neurotic. But what does that really mean?

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke continue our series unpacking each characteristic with a discussion of “truthfulness.”

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The Sh*t Sandwich Dec 31, 2021

You may think that bookending a critique in two compliments is a good strategy, but it turns out it has unintended negative consequences. In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of the “sh*t sandwich.”

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Loyalty and Dissent (Rebroadcast) Dec 24, 2021

Loyalty is an interesting and elusive concept. As much as we may profess our loyalty to a certain organization, institution, person, belief system, etc. if that bond–as Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, –is only as strong as your last dissenting act, it may be time to rethink that relationship.

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Feeling Positive Emotions Dec 17, 2021

Are extroverts really happier than introverts? It turns out, maybe, but there is more to the story.

In the third installment of our Two Guys on Your Head series on attributes of mental wellness, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about a subcomponent of the personality characteristic of extroversion that has to do with feeling positive emotions.

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Openness To Feelings Dec 10, 2021

It turns out that being open to feelings–happy, sad, angry, uncomfortable…– is an important element of mental wellness. But there is a lot to unpack.

In the second installment of KUT’s Two Guys on Your Head series on the characteristics of mental wellness, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about a facet of the personality trait of “openness to experience” that has to do with “openness to feelings.”

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Characteristics of The Mentally Well Dec 02, 2021

A recent study suggests there are 4 characteristics that mentally well people share: openness to feelings, openness to emotions, truthfulness, and they’re not neurotic. But what does that really mean?

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke unpack this study and talk about what it can teach us about understanding our own and others’ mental health.

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Money and Happiness Nov 26, 2021

The idea that money doesn’t make you happy is easy to get behind if you have it, but if you don’t it’s a hard one to buy into (pun intended). Yet the correlation between money and happiness is more complicated than one might think.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke explain the relationship between money, security, opportunity, and happiness.

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Sugar and The Brain Nov 19, 2021

Why is it hard to have just one of those delicious slices of pound cake over the holidays? Well, it turns out it has less to do with the creamy butter and more to do with the way our brains react to those sweet white grains of sugar.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss the ways our brains respond to sugar by releasing dopamine. While we may think this dopamine is supposed to make us feel good, what the chemicals in our brains are trying to do is to teach us that this sugar is a good thing and that we want more of it for our survival. This might have been beneficial to us 150,000 years ago, but with sweets in every candy dish, gas station, and coffee shop, craving sugar has its consequences.

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Compliments Nov 12, 2021

Giving someone a compliment is more complicated than it might seem, but as Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about in this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, the benefits of compliments are extensive.

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How vs. Why Knowledge (Rebroadcast) Nov 06, 2021

Because we know “how” things work sometimes we think we understand “why” these things work as they do, and that can be a problem.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the difference between “how” vs. “why” knowledge, and why it’s important to recognize what you really need to know.

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Repressing Emotions Oct 29, 2021

It doesn’t feel good when you can’t express your emotions, but the effect of repressing emotions can have reproductions far beyond just feeling bad.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of repressing emotions.

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Anger Management Oct 25, 2021

One could ask, if we need anger management why don’t we also need management for other emotions? Turns out anger management isn’t a new thing at all and, as Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about in this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, for good reason.

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Anger and Motivation Oct 19, 2021

We might not have the most positive associations with anger, and for good reason. Anger can be threatening and lead to destruction, but it can also move us to get off the dime and do something.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about anger and motivation.

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Math, Music, and The Brain Oct 08, 2021

There are some things that just feel like they’re true. For example, the idea that people who are gifted musicians are also good at learning math, or vice versa.

However, there isn’t any data that suggests that there are any links in the brain between these proclivities. As Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about in this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, we underestimate the role emotions play in what we believe to be true.

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The Language of Emotion Sep 24, 2021

We have a limited number of ways to experience the world psychologically, but many ways to interpret that experience. In that interpretation, the words we use are very important and perhaps in surprising ways.

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the language we use to describe emotions and why we should be paying more attention to it.

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Outcome Bias Sep 17, 2021

A listener wrote in: “Please take a moment to address why September 11, 2001, is still a cultural touchstone, but February 26, 1993, was so easily forgotten.”

Thank you for the question Bob M. In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about remembering 9/11 and outcome bias.

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Remembering 9/11 Sep 10, 2021

When we live through a profound and historic event we have a different understanding of it than if we just read about it. That has a complex and interesting significance on how we see the world.

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of remembering 9/11.

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Learning Conflict Resolution Sep 03, 2021

As humans, we don’t come ready to interact with the world when we are born. We have to learn a language, we have to learn how to roll over, to walk, to hold things, we have to learn all kinds of things. One thing that psychologists have been asking for a long time is how this learning happens.

The work of one researcher, the late Albert Bandura, who passed July 26, 2021, was integral in understanding the role observation plays in this learning process.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke remember the work of Bandura and discuss what his findings tell us about how children learn conflict resolution.

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Bad Science (Rebroadcast) Aug 27, 2021

Why do we continue to believe in ideas that sound scientific long after they have been scientifically proven to be incorrect? That is the question that Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke take on in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head.

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Lila Gleitman Aug 20, 2021

Lila Gleitman was an American professor of psychology and linguistics at the University of Pennsylvania. who passed on August 8, 2021, at the age of 91. She was an internationally renowned expert on language acquisition and developmental psycholinguistics, focusing on children’s learning of their first language.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke it’s Lila Gleitman; her work, her creativity, and her legacy.

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The Story of COVID and Processing Grief Aug 12, 2021

We make sense of things by creating stories about them; our brains want to connect the dots. But it turns out that life has its own sequence that sometimes doesn’t make much sense. This brings us to COVID and the illogical logic of the evolution of the virus that keeps going even after some thought things would get back to “normal” with a vaccine.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about how the emotional rollercoaster of living with COVID mirrors the grieving process, and how to navigate it.

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Building Effective Mentorships Aug 06, 2021

Mentorships can be helpful if they are set up well. Yet, as Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke point out in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, so often they’re not.

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The Psychology of Advice Jul 30, 2021

There are a lot of resources and people who offer advice every day, but not all advice is equal.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of giving and taking advice.

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The Pandemic and Big Life Changes Jul 23, 2021

We’ve all been through a lot during the COVID 19 pandemic, and some of us are deciding to use it as an opportunity to take a leap into the unknown.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, with Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke, we talk about the psychology of making big life changes.

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Gestures Jul 16, 2021

We express a lot with our gestures, but as Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke discuss in this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, there is a lot more than communication happening when we’re waving our hands or bobbing our heads.

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Vaccinations and Psychology Jul 15, 2021

Almost every individual on this planet has been impacted by the COVID 19 pandemic, and with the vaccines for COVID now available many of us are seeing a light at the end of this very long and devastating tunnel.

Yet, even though the vaccines are safe and effective some people who have access to them are refusing to get them. Why?

This edition of Two Guys on Your Head with Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke explores the psychology of vaccinations.

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Edward Diener Jul 05, 2021

Social psychologist Edward Diener, nicknamed Dr. Happiness and known for his pioneering research into what defined contentment, died on April 27 at his home in Salt Lake City. He was 74.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head with Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke we remember the life and work of Ed Diener and discuss the psychology of happiness.

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The Illusion of Explanatory Depth Jun 24, 2021

To paraphrase Donald Rumsfeld, there are the known knowns, the known unknowns, and the unknown unknowns; and it’s in the latter that the most cause for concern arises.

What we don’t know we don’t know but think we know can be dangerous, and in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology behind it.

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The Continued Problem With TED Talks Jun 18, 2021

It can be enjoyable, even exciting, and inspiring to watch TED Talks or read self-help books, or even listen to this show. But the truth is, doing these things won’t solve the big problems. Just taking in information cannot feed the world, won’t treat depression, and can’t change behavior; these things take a lot of work and a lot of time.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke talk about why they won’t help, yet why we still love them.

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Online Shopping Jun 11, 2021

What is it about online shopping that makes us feel so good, even when we don’t actually purchase anything? In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke take stock of the psychology behind the online shopping experience.

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Confronting Noise and Bias Jun 05, 2021

It’s tough to eliminate bias and noise from any decision we make, so how do we deal with all the noise and bias in our life? As Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss in this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, prioritizing what’s most important can help.

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Noise Vs. Bias May 28, 2021

There is a lot of talk in our society today about eliminating bias from decision making, but it turns out that even if you could do that there are things influencing your decisions that are still beyond your control.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of noise vs. bias.

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Infant-Directed Speech May 21, 2021

We may think when we are oohing and aahing at little babies that we are just having fun, but they’re actually learning a lot about language and communication. In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of infant-directed speech.

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Money and Happiness (Rebroadcast) May 14, 2021

The idea that money doesn’t make you happy is easy to get behind if you have it, but if you don’t it’s a hard one to buy into (pun intended). Yet the correlation between money and happiness is more complicated than one might think.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke explain the relationship between money, security, opportunity, and happiness.

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Sugar and The Brain (Rebroadcast) May 06, 2021

Why is it hard to have just one of those delicious slices of pound cake over the holidays? It turns out it has less to do with the creamy butter and more to do with the way our brains react to those white sweet grains of sugar.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss the ways our brains respond to sugar by releasing a nice amount of dopamine.

While we may think this dopamine is supposed to make us feel good, what the chemicals in our brains are trying to do is to teach us that this sugar is a good thing and that we want more of it for our survival.

This might have been beneficial to us a hundred and fifty thousand years ago, but with sweets in every candy dish, gas station, and coffee shop around the corner, craving sugar has its consequences.

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Selective Attention May 04, 2021

We may think that being able to pay attention to two or more things at the same time is a character trait. We say, “so and so is just scatterbrained and can’t focus on more than one thing.” But the truth is none of us can. In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of selective attention.

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The What The Hell Effect (Rebroadcast) Apr 23, 2021

There is an observation in psychology that looks at how people behave when they have not lived up to the expectations they set for themselves; the “What The Hell Effect.” In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke talk about, not only what it is, but why it is.

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Memory, Trauma, and Treating PTSD (Rebroadcast) Apr 23, 2021

We may underestimate the role that our emotions of an event play in our memory of that event. But it turns out there are ways to manipulate those memories and separate the emotion out; even from Flashbulb memories. In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke talk about why looking at how traumatic memories are formed has led to new treatments for PTSD that are not chemical-based.

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The Midlife Crisis Apr 08, 2021

We’ve all heard of it, but what is it? On this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of the midlife crisis.

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The Slippery Slope Apr 03, 2021

We may use the saying, “it’s a slippery slope,” without knowing the full psychological dimensions of it. That’s why in this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, we asked Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke to explore what the saying actually entails.

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Embodied Empathy Mar 25, 2021

You’ve heard the saying, “walk a mile in someone else’s shoes.” But does that literally mean you have to put yourself in someone’s position in order to understand where they are coming from? As Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about in this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, according to a study published in The Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, it just might.

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Interviewing For a Job (Rebroadcast) Mar 19, 2021

From a Views and Brews recorded live at the Cactus Cafe in 2019, KUT’s Rebecca McInroy talks with Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke about the psychology behind how to interviewing for a job.

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Talking With Your Kids About Difficult Subjects Mar 16, 2021

It can be hard to talk with kids about tough things; a death or sickness in the family, the loss of a job, mental illness, the list goes on. But as Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, learning strategies for opening up conversations is better than the alternative of saying nothing.

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Selfishness Mar 06, 2021

Selfishness gets a bad rap, but as Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, taking time for yourself is a necessity.

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Group Attention and Confidence Mar 01, 2021

Holding the attention of a group isn’t easy, but as Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, a little confidence can go a long way.

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Disasters and Preparedness Feb 19, 2021

When it comes to disasters and preparing for them there is a lot we might not consider.

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of being in the midst of catastrophe (in this case a very cold one) and how to mentally focus in order to prepare for the unexpected.

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The Sh*t Sandwich Jan 28, 2021

You may think that bookending a critique in two compliments is a good strategy, but it turns out it has unintended negative consequences. In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of the “sh*t sandwich.”

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Loyalty and Dissent Jan 22, 2021

Loyalty is an interesting and elusive concept. As much as we may profess our loyalty to a certain organization, institution, person, belief system, etc. if that bond–as Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, –is only as strong as your last dissenting act, it may be time to rethink that relationship.

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Biography Jan 15, 2021

We may think we understand history from the classes we took in school. Yet, there is so much more to the events and the players than we memorized in class. In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about how biographies add a missing dimension to the psychology of history.

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Playing and Losing By The Rules Jan 10, 2021

It can be hard to lose, and at times, to play by the rules, but as Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about in this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, politics is more than just a game.

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The New Year Jan 04, 2021

There are a lot of hopes riding on 2021, and those hopes have a lot to do with why categorization is so important.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of “The New Year.”

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Numbers Jan 04, 2021

We may take for granted our ability to count, but as Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about in this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, there’s a lot more to it than meets the eye!

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The Principle of Contrast Dec 07, 2020

When we have two things that are very similar to each other we might wonder, why do we have two when they seem to be the same? Turns out this is important for many reasons.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the principle of contrast.

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Virtual Holidays Nov 26, 2020

This year’s holidays might look a lot different for many of us due to the pandemic and social distancing, but they don’t have to be all bad.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of virtual holidays.

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Perceptual Acuity Nov 21, 2020

Developing new skills is about a lot more than practice.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the importance of building perceptual acuity.

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Perception and Affordance Nov 14, 2020

When we see something, like a chair, we are not only seeing the chair but our brains are also making calculations as to what that chair can afford us; give us a place to sit perhaps.

It turns out that we are making those types of calculations all the time. In fact, the relationships change as we learn new skills, develop keen insights, or just grow up.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about perception and affordance

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Defensive Pessimism Nov 08, 2020

We might consider pessimism to be a negative attribute, but it turns out that sometimes pessimism can give us the energy we need we need in order to help us to accomplish our goals.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about defensive pessimism.

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Rewarding Mediocrity (Rebroadcast) Nov 06, 2020

The ups and downs of rewards that praise participation in this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, with Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke.

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Failure (Rebroadcast) Oct 25, 2020

Failure is a word that carries a lot of baggage, arousing emotional responses that we’d usually rather avoid. But what about success? Why does the thought of success conjure images and feelings of comfort and satisfaction?

This week, Two Guys on Your Head‘s Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke examine how the heights of success and the “training wheels” of failure impact our everyday lives.

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David Alvarez Retires Oct 16, 2020

The stalwart engineer for Two Guys on Your Head, David Alvarez is throwing in the towel and turning his attention to the finer things in life.

David has worked at KUT since 1982 and has been the engineer for Two Guys since our first recording back in 2013.

In this edition of the show Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy talk with David about the role of the engineer and about what he’ll miss about his time at KUT.

Happy retirement David! We’ll miss you!

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The Myth of Happiness Oct 09, 2020

And they lived happily ever after, isn’t just a cliched ending, it’s psychologically destructive.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the myth of happiness.

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The Storyline Oct 03, 2020

We create stories for many reasons. Stories help us remember things, stories add meaning to our lives, and stories also create hierarchies of value–that much of the time hide more than they reveal about the past.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of the storyline.

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Writer’s Block (Rebroadcast) Oct 03, 2020

Writer’s block! That phrase might induce panic and a recollection of a familiar experience. It’s a very common phenomenon. So what is it?

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke explain the ins and outs of how and why we sometimes get stuck – and what we can do to help ourselves in those difficult situations.

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Dressing For Zoom Sep 23, 2020

A lot of us may be working from home right now, which means that we don’t have to wear a suit to an office. But as Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke point out in this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, we may still want to consider our attire when jumping on a Zoom call.

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Seasonal Change Sep 12, 2020

The changing of seasons can bring with it mixed emotions depending on what is going on in our lives.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of seasonal change.

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Investment Sep 04, 2020

It’s true investing is not for the faint of heart, but have you ever wondered why?

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of investing.

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The What The Hell Effect (Re-Broadcast) Aug 28, 2020

There is an observation in psychology that looks at how people behave when they have not lived up to the expectations they set for themselves; the “What The Hell Effect.” In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke talk about, not only what it is, but why it is.

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Creating A Shared Reality Aug 24, 2020

When times are tough and uncertain it can be a welcome oasis to read a book or watch a movie; especially with a friend or family member. Being able to imagine that things could be different is one unique thing about being human, and sharing these realities with others has a special significance.

On this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss creating a shared reality.

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Social Media and The Brain Aug 15, 2020

Our brains really cannot comprehend the hundreds of thousands, even millions, of people who have access to what we post on social media.

On this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about how and why posting on social media is the “high-tech version of picking your nose at a stoplight.”

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History, Experience, and Memory Aug 07, 2020

Even during a global pandemic and civil rights movement, much of our experience is that of the day-to-day. However, when we look back on things how will we remember this moment?

On this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss the role that history plays in how we remember our experiences.

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Hypochondria Aug 04, 2020

Hypochondrias is a condition where a person worries excessively and unduly about having a serious illness. It can be debilitating and require treatment from a psychologist. But oftentimes we refer to people who think they might be sick as having hypochondria because it is a way to dismiss their concern or say, “you always just think you are sick.” In this case, it’s important to recognize how and why we are interpreting our body’s signals in a negative way.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of hypochondria, and the impact a positive mindset can have on your physical health.

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Elephant in The Room Aug 04, 2020

We have all experienced walking into a room and noticing right away the giant elephant in the conversation that no one wants to talk about.

On this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss why it’s important to address the proverbial elephant in the room, and they offer some advice on how to it.

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Children’s Stories Jul 17, 2020

Some stories just work. They are pleasurable to listen to and to tell. But why is that?

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke explain the psychology behind what makes a good children’s story.

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Short-Term Focus For Long-Term Change Jul 16, 2020

It can be hard to think in terms of the long game when there is so much that needs our attention in the moment.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss strategies for focusing in the short-term to make informed decisions that will affect the future.

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Trust and Cooperation Jul 16, 2020

There is a certain amount of trust build into systems that work well, but when times are uncertain and tensions are running high what we trust can change.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of trust and cooperation.

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Leadership and Being Liked (Rebroadcast) Jun 25, 2020

If you’re in a leadership position you know you have to make some difficult decisions. Some of those decisions might put you in the doghouse for a while, but if you are motivated by the good of the group as opposed to the need to be liked, things tend to work out better.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of leadership and being liked.

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Categorization and Perspective Jun 25, 2020

We naturally categorize everything, it’s what we do as human beings. However, as Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke explain in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, how we categorize-especially when it comes to how we categorize ourselves-can change our perspective quite dramatically.

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Protest and Change Jun 12, 2020

Demonstrations for Black Lives Matter over the past few weeks have already led to changes in policy and in society, yet as Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, keeping up momentum for reform after the protests can be challenging.

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Illness and Identity Jun 05, 2020

The way our physical bodies feel affects how our minds process and understand what’s going on around us. In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about illness and identity.

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Social Distancing and Spontainaity May 29, 2020

When it comes to video conferencing and meeting online the dynamics of our social interactions are a lot different than when we are meeting face to face.

On this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke, talk about social distancing and spontaneity.

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Place, Identity, and New Social Norms May 29, 2020

Covid-19 has made us rethink a lot especially when it comes to our social lives, our work lives, and our family lives.

On this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke, talk about identity and adapting to a changing environment.

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Grief (Rebroadcast) May 29, 2020

A traumatic event, like the loss of a loved one, disrupts the continuity of the narrative of our lives. It’s a terribly stressful and disturbing experience to carry the burden of a loss that incites the grief reaction. Some losses are so huge in our lives that they just don’t make sense. They seem like they’ll never make sense.

On this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, with Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke, we’ll listen back to a show that first aired in 2014 on the psychology of grief and loss.

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Avoidance Avoidance Conflict May 09, 2020

We may think that decision making is a process that we undertake in the same way no matter what the choices are that we have to make, but in this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about how our brains work differently when both choices have negative consequences.

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Moral Injury May 02, 2020

On this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of moral injury.

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The Mandela Effect Apr 25, 2020

When large groups of people believe something has happened that has not actually happened it is referred to as The Mandela Effect. In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about how this happens from a psychological perspective.

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Social Media & Homeschooling in a Pandemic Apr 17, 2020

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke take audience questions about how much is too much when it comes to social media, and how to get anything done when trying to homeschool your children and work your normal job, during a live virtual Views and Brews.

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Abstraction and Base Rate Neglect Apr 11, 2020

One thing that happens during a pandemic is that a lot of numbers, percentages, charts, and graphs get tossed around on a daily, even hourly basis. However, all those numbers and graphics are really difficult for us to process.

On this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about abstraction and base rate neglect.

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The Role of Identity in Processing Information Apr 03, 2020

When it comes to how information influences our mood, how we identify ourselves plays a big role. In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the role of identity in processing information.

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Crisis and Guilt Mar 27, 2020

During this time of crisis, you might be at home feeling guilty that you aren’t doing more to help people. You might not know what to do. You might feel you ought to be doing more.

On this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke answer a listener question: “how do you assuage the guilt about not being able to do more? Not able to order enough take out, sew masks, help coworkers homeschool their kids (or give breaks)??”

Thank you for the question! Stay safe!

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The Psychology of Hysteria Mar 20, 2020

In uncertain times it can be helpful, and feel good, to do something–anything. But why? On this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about how to navigate the psychology of hysteria.

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Why It’s So Hard Not To Touch Your Face Mar 15, 2020

The CDC is recommending that to avoid spreading the Coronavirus we wash our hands often and don’t touch our face. However, when it comes to habits like touching our faces, just stopping cold turkey is harder than we might think.

On this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology behind why it’s so hard not to touch your face.

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The Psychology of Creation (Rebroadcast) Mar 06, 2020

Tearing down something is quick, easy and often gratifying. What’s more time-consuming and difficult is creating, building and constructing. As Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about in this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, however, the reasons why we are more likely to criticize than create aren’t just about effort.

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Why We Want To Predict The Future (Kind Of) Feb 27, 2020

Predictions about the future can make us feel good, but only to a certain extent. In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke discuss the psychology behind why and what we want to know when it comes to what’s coming up.

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Futurism Feb 21, 2020

It turns out our relationship to the present has more to do with how we imagine the future than we might think. In this episode, Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of futurism.

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Intrusive Thoughts Feb 16, 2020

Random unbidden thoughts can be unsettling, especially when they are persistent, perhaps frightening, and seemingly out of the blue. In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke, demystify the phenomenon of intrusive thoughts.

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Imposter Syndrome (Rebroadcast) Feb 16, 2020

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke, talk about The Imposter Syndrome. What is the real problem when you feel inadequate? How can you help yourself overcome it when you recognize it?

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Explanation Accessibility Jan 31, 2020

Many factors play into how we make sense of the world and our place in it. In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about how the accessibility of certain explanations frames our understanding.

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Motivation and Self-Presentation Jan 24, 2020

It turns out that our motivational system has a lot to do with how we present ourselves. In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology behind motivation and self-presentation and what that means when it comes to gender.

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How To Crush Writer’s Block (Rebroadcast) Jan 16, 2020

Writer’s block! That phrase might induce panic and a recollection of a familiar experience. It’s a very common phenomenon. So what is it?

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke explain the ins and outs of how and why we sometimes get stuck – and what we can do to help ourselves in those difficult situations.

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Amicable Dissent Jan 10, 2020

Turns out it is hard to change your mind, not to mention biologically expensive. But as Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about in this edition of Two Guys on Your Head there are many reasons we should learn how to do it better and more often.

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The Psychology of Giving and Receiving (Rebroadcast) Dec 26, 2019

We give for many reasons, and most of the time it feels pretty good. But when you’re on the receiving end of generosity, feelings can be mixed.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of giving and receiving.

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Norm Theory Dec 20, 2019

You win some you lose some, right? It turns out that when it comes to the psychology of winning and losing there is a lot more at play.

In part two of our series on the psychology of awards, Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke talk about Norm Theory.

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The Psychology of Awards Dec 14, 2019

Awards are a double-edged-sword; whenever someone wins someone else is left out. It turns out that there is a lot more than merit wrapped up in winning awards.

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the social and psychological aspects of awards.

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The Psychology of Happiness Dec 10, 2019

Many people chase after goals that seem to them important and promising—getting into the right college, getting the dream job, moving to a big house. But what do you really need to be happy? To have a sense of fulfillment and joy? And why is it important?

Listen back to KUT’s Views and Brews recorded live at The Cactus Cafe in Austin, Texas as Rebecca McInroy, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke, of Two Guys on Your Head, ask: What characterizes well-being?

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OK Boomer Dec 06, 2019

When Millennials use a phrase like, “OK Boomer” to dismiss what older people say or do it, has deleterious on everyone; why is that?

As Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, categorization is a double-edged sword.

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What’s In A Day? Nov 29, 2019

When it comes to the holidays, how important is the day, psychologically, that we celebrate?

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the importance rituals in marking time, and the way in which we can alleviate stress in our lives by understanding that things don’t always have to go the way the world, or Hallmark, dictates.

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TWTHE, Identity, Social Groups, and Behavior Change Nov 21, 2019

There is an observation in psychology that looks at how people behave when they have not lived up to the expectations they set for themselves; The What The Hell Effect.

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke discussion about TWTHE and how it relates to identity, social groups, and behavior change.

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The What The Hell Effect Nov 14, 2019

There is an observation in psychology that looks at how people behave when they have not lived up to the expectations they set for themselves; the “What The Hell Effect.” In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke talk about, not only what it is, but why it is.

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Memory, Trauma, and Treating PTSD Nov 07, 2019

We may underestimate the role that our emotions of an event play in our memory of that event. But it turns out there are ways to manipulate those memories and separate the emotion out; even from Flashbulb memories.

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke talk about why looking at how traumatic memories are formed has led to new treatments for PTSD that are not chemical-based.

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Flashbulb Memories and Decision Making Nov 05, 2019

It turns out there is a lot to learn about when studying the psychology of near misses. One thing we learn is that the memories of these events–like the time you almost ran into a tree with your bike, or the time you stuck your head out of a moving train and then pulled it back in just before another train rushed passed by– are different from other memories. Psychologists call these “flashbulb memories.”

In this episode, our first in our series on near misses, Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, and Dr. Bob Duke talk about flashbulb memories and how they influence our decision-making process.

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Audience Q&A: Money and Happiness Oct 25, 2019

Listen back to Two Guys on Your Head recorded live at The Cactus Cafe in Austin, Texas for a Views and Brews, as KUT’s Rebecca McInroy talks with Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke about the psychology of happiness.

In this episode, we answer an audience question about money and happiness.

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Why Talk About Happiness? Oct 17, 2019

Listen back to Two Guys on Your Head recorded live at The Cactus Cafe in Austin, Texas for a Views and Brews, as KUT’s Rebecca McInroy talks with Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke about the psychology of happiness.

Many people chase after goals that seem to them important and promising—getting into the right college, getting the dream job, moving to a big house. But what do you really need to be happy? To have a sense of fulfillment and joy? And why is it important?

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Guns and Suicide Oct 11, 2019

***This episode references guns and suicide and may be upsetting for some of our listeners***

Data can be a tricky thing to bring into discussions around guns and suicide. As Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, being more critical about the way information is framed can help us make more informed decisions when thinking about preventing tragedies.

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The Psychology of Art and Museums Oct 03, 2019

Why can experiencing art in a museum be significant? It turns out there’s much more to it than just the pictures on the walls.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of museums and art.

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Multitasking and Gender Sep 27, 2019

It turns out the idea that women are better than men at multitasking is not true at all. In fact, men and women are equally bad at multitasking, however, why does this notion persist? In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke take on multitasking and gender.

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New Approaches To The Work Week Sep 21, 2019

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about how to rethink your approach to work for a happier life.

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Bad Science Sep 13, 2019

Why do we continue to believe in ideas that sound scientific long after they have been scientifically proven to be incorrect? That is the question that Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke take on in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head.

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Imposter Syndrome (Rebroadcast) Aug 30, 2019

What is the real problem when you feel inadequate? How can you help yourself overcome it when you recognize it? In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about The Imposter Syndrome.

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Science and Society Aug 23, 2019

Our environment affects our thinking in ways beyond our conscious awareness; even if we happen to be scientists.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about science and society.

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Prescribing Social Activity Aug 19, 2019

Most of us know what we need to do to be healthy, even if we don’t always do it. However, when a doctor prescribes a medication for what ails us we might take it more seriously. So what happens psychologically when a doctor prescribes a social activity to heal our ills?

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about prescribing social activity.

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The Gun Debate (Rebroadcast) Aug 08, 2019

In light of recent events, we are rebroadcasting an edition of Two Guys on Your Head with Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke about the psychology behind both sides of America’s ongoing debate about firearms and gun control.

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Loudness Aug 02, 2019

We may be drawn to loud sounds in the environment, but do we really know why? On this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of volume.

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Empathy Jul 26, 2019

Is empathy inherently a good thing? It turns out, not always. In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of empathy.

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How to Interview for a Job Jul 19, 2019

From a Views and Brews recorded live at the Cactus Cafe KUT’s Rebecca McInroy talks with Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke about the psychology behind how to interviewing for a job.

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Two Guys on Your Head Live on Bringing Your Brain To Work Jul 18, 2019

Listen back as KUT’s Rebecca McInroy talks with Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke about the psychology behind how to interview for a job, manage tensions with peers, lead companies, and much more.

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How Many People Are Too Many? Jul 11, 2019

Growing pains are inevitable, and the frustration associated with them can often magnify existing issues or create new ones altogether.

In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of population – and why this all matters.

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Interrogating Embodied Cognition Jul 06, 2019

Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about some problems with research on embodied cognition and look at what it means and what it doesn’t.

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Mind and Body Connection Jun 26, 2019

We know our minds are our bodies, but as Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about on this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, how these connections work is more complex than we might think.

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Motivating Change Jun 20, 2019

KUT’s Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the role of praise in motivating change.

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When To Say Thank You Jun 13, 2019

KUT’s Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about when and why to say “thank you.”

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Mentorships Jun 07, 2019

Mentorships can be helpful if they are set up well. Yet as Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke point out, so often they’re not.

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Advice May 31, 2019

There are many types of advice, some good and others not so good. In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the psychology of giving and taking advice.

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Magic May 23, 2019

It turns out when it comes to magic it’s more about psychology than it is hocus pocus. On this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the role our perceptual system plays in understanding trickery.

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Joy vs. Happiness May 17, 2019

We might think the idea of happiness and joy are interchangeable, but as Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss on this episode Two Guys on Your Head they are very different.

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Diversifying Your Interests (Two Guys on Your Head Live) May 15, 2019

KUT’s Rebecca McInroy along with Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about why it’s so important to diversify your interests. What is unhealthy about a one track mind? And why is it important to step outside our brain’s comfort zone?

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Risk & Reinvention (Two Guys on Your Head Live) May 15, 2019

Listen back to a Views and Brews discussion, recorded live at The Cactus Cafe in Austin, Texas, about “The Psychology of Risk and Reinvention” with Two Guys on Your Head. Join KUT’s Rebecca Mcinroy along with Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke to explore when and why we take risks, and what goes into the process of remaking yourself at any age or stage of life.

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Joy May 10, 2019

What is joy? That is the question that prompted this week’s edition of Two Guys on Your Head with Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke.

You might vaguely understand the definition of joy, but when it comes to the psychology of joy the more know the better equip you are to set yourself up to experience more joy in your life daily.

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Eyewitness Accounts May 03, 2019

Even though we know how unreliable our visual memory is, we still put a huge amount of stock into what someone says they saw. Why is an eyewitness account so important in legal proceedings and beyond, and why should we question the value of an eyewitness testimony?

On this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss eyewitness accounts.

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Pre-Crastination Apr 26, 2019

For some, completing a task the moment it arises is of utmost importance. But if you do something to completion far ahead of its deadline, you may miss out on important information.

On this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss “pre-crastination”.

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Legacy Apr 19, 2019

Looking back, we tend to associate our legacy with accomplishments in our career and we rarely think about the value of our work in the moment. Yet a personal sense legacy can be derived from a number of meaningful things outside the workplace, even if we’re not considering them right now.

On this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss legacy.

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The Dark Triad Apr 12, 2019

In psychology, the “Dark Triad” refers to narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy. How do we identify those who are “high in the Dark Triad” and in what ways can these people be detrimental to our professional or personal life?

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss the Dark Triad.

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Accepting and Dismissing Information Apr 09, 2019

A new idea that matches our beliefs is easy to latch onto and one that contradicts us makes us try and find reasons why it’s false. In an age of information-seeking, how can we best judge “the facts”?

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss accepting and dismissing information.

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Accepting and Dismissing Information Apr 04, 2019

A new idea that matches our beliefs is easy to latch onto and one that contradicts us makes us try and find reasons why it’s false. In an age of information-seeking, how can we best judge “the facts”?

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss accepting and dismissing information.

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The Replication Crisis Mar 27, 2019

A psychological study with null results is less likely to be published than one with surprising results, so it’s no wonder researchers tailor and conduct experiments with a preferred outcome in mind. So why is it so difficult to replicate a popular study around the time of its initial publication?

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss the replication crisis.

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Value in the Moment Mar 22, 2019

As tax day nears, it’s not a bad idea to look at our spending habits. Typically when we experience a windfall, we tend to spend more. When we come up short, we spend less. So although objectively we should maintain an average amount of spending, our financial habits continue to be influenced by how much we have at the moment.

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss value in the moment.

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Asymmetry: Past & Future Mar 15, 2019

Dating back to when we were kids, two weeks into the future seems a lot longer than two weeks in the past. Even as adults we know two weeks is the same length regardless of when it takes place and yet we still experience this asymmetrical mindset.

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss asymmetry between the past and future.

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Signal Detection (Part Two) Mar 08, 2019

We’ve covered what signal detection theory is, so how does it come up when we assign labels to behaviors that could be considered “micro aggressions”? Are there significant benefits to these labels?

In the second episode of this two-part conversation on Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke continue their discussion on signal detection.

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Signal Detection (Part One) Mar 01, 2019

When thinking about the concept of a “micro aggression”, what we’re really doing is subscribing to signal detection theory. What is the theory and how does it come into play when we’re dissecting the behaviors of others?

In the first episode of this two-part conversation on Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss signal detection.

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Actions and Intentions Feb 22, 2019

We judge our own actions on our intentions, yet we take other people’s behaviors at face value. Is it acceptable to do something virtuous in light of ill intent?

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss actions and intentions.

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24 Hour News Cycle Feb 15, 2019

We live in an era with push notifications and all-day news coverage, but is keeping up to date with the latest development really that important?

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss 24 hour news cycle.

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Occam’s Razor Feb 08, 2019

From seeing a UFO to advancing a conspiracy theory, often the simplest explanation is the most likely one. Yet we still tend to fancy convoluted ideas with lots of moving parts, just because they sound good to us.

On this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss Occam’s Razor.

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Reverse Psychology Feb 01, 2019

What we refer to as “reverse psychology” is more or less a strategy of deception based on expected defiance, and any short term gratification is often met with long term problems. So why has reverse psychology become such a trope in parenting or dealing with contrarians?

On this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss “reverse psychology”.

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Sunk Cost Jan 25, 2019

When we invest a lot into something, be it a relationship, job, or even a used car, it can be tough to cut your losses and start anew. So why are we so prone to sticking with it rather than moving on?

In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss sunk cost.

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Revenge Fantasies Jan 18, 2019

In the heat of the moment, revenge can be an appealing idea to consider but often it has devastating results with fleeting satisfaction. Revenge narratives permeate popular media and we dislike when a wrongdoer goes unpunished, so why don’t we actually decide to carry out justice ourselves?

On this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about revenge fantasies.

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