The Psychology of Almost Everything

Episode 22 - Mrs Melanie Klein's contribution to psychoanalysis

Who was Mrs Melanie Klein? What were her unique contributions to psychoanalytic work with children? How helpful are her ideas about the different psychological positions? To answer these questions Peter and Stewart talk to Dr Kate Pugh, who is a Training Analyst with the British Psychoanalytic Society 

Episode 21 - The Psychology of Anger

The Psychology of Anger: Have you ever wondered about the difference between anger and aggression? Do you feel furious about some of the geopolitical forces completely out of your control? If so, then psychoanalyst Josh Cohen’s comments about his remarkable book,  “All The Rage: Why Anger Drives the World” will have much to say to you.
 

Episode 20 - The Psychology of Politics.

The Psychology of Politics: Ever wondered how Abraham Maslow’s "Hierarchy of Needs" could be applied to politics? In this episode writer and commentator Terry Ilott uses Maslow’s framework to show how neoliberalism has failed to meet the needs of the majority. He also offers some practical suggestions about what we can do to repair the damage.

Episode 19 - The Psychology of Adult Mental Health

Ever wondered whether your low mood meets the diagnostic criteria for clinical depression? Or whether your neatness and tidiness means that you have OCD? If so, then this episode is for you. Peter and Stewart are joined by Consultant Psychiatrist Dr Robert Cohen who, in his straightforward way, provides crystal clear answers. 

Episode 18 - Mahler, Marriage and Music

Retired psychoanalyst Anthony Cantle tells Stewart and Peter all about Gustav Mahler’s complicated relationship with his wife, Alma.

Episode 17 - Why Mahler?

Peter and Stewart interview retired psychoanalyst Anthony Cantle about the life and work of Gustav Mahler.

Episode 16 - The Psychology of Multi Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA).

As part of our series on Crime and Punishment, Stewart and Peter interview retired Detective Chief Inspector Roy Ledingham about the genesis of the Multi Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA).

Episode 15 - The Psychology of Sports Coaching

Stewart and Peter interview Emily Handyside, who coaches the Welsh National Netball team.

Episode 14 - The Psychology of Performance Analysis

Performance Analysis. What is it, and does it work? The psychologists talk to Richard Handyside who lectures on the subject at Birmingham City University.

Episode 13 - The Psychology of Policing: Part II

Retired Police Inspector Clive reflects on his time with the Major Incident Unit. He also tells Stewart and Peter how the police classify murders and how he and his team went about solving them.