Best Jason W. Bay Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 170: The Psychology of Eco-Spirituality (w/Dr. Regan Gurung and Dr. Georjeanna Wilson-Doenges) 52:49

21d ago52:49

52:49

In this episode of Dr. Alison Jane Martingano welcomes Dr. Regan Gurung and Dr. Georjeanna Wilson-Doenges to explore the emerging science of eco-spirituality, which examines how experiences in nature can become a gateway to a deeper well-being and connection in the world. Dr. Gurung, a professor at Oregon State University, has authored over 100 pee…

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Episode 169: The Psychology of Acting Human (w/Alan Kopischke) 42:51

27d ago42:51

42:51

Join us in this episode where Dr. Alison Jane Martingano invites assistant professor of theatre and dance at UWGB, Alan Kopischke, to discuss the commonalities of those in theatre and psychology. They explore how understanding the emotions, values, and motives of others is important in both realms and how both disciplines can help the other better …

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Episode 168: The Psychology of Cheeseheads (w/Dr. Havard, Dr. Trail, and Dr. Mansfield) 1:05:23

1M ago1:05:23

1:05:23

As the NFL Draft heads to the Green Bay community, host Dr. Alison Jane Martingano invites a panel of experts to explore the powerful impacts of sports fandom. Joining her in this episode are Dr. Cody Havard, professor of sports commerce; Dr. Galen Trail, renowned expert in sports consumer behavior and marketing; and Dr. Aaron Mansfield, professor …

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Episode 167: The Psychology of a Phoenix (w/ Dr. Michael Alexander and Dr. Ryan Martin) 48:36

2M ago48:36

48:36

What makes UWGB and the students the students that go there great? In this special episode Dr. Alison Jane Martingano invites UWGB Chancellor Dr. Michael Alexander, and Dean of the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, Dr. Ryan Martin, to answer that question. They discuss their roles at the university, the best parts about UWGB and its …

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Episode 166: The Drunkest State (w/Dr. Kaanthan Jawahar) 45:47

2M ago45:47

45:47

In this episode of Psychology and Stuff, Dr. Alison Jane Martingano features Dr. Kaanthan Jawahar, a Psychiatrist with expertise in alcohol-related brain damage. The impact of societal pressures, cultural norms, and myths are examined in the discussion around drinking. The two discuss differences in drinking culture between the United States and th…

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Episode 165: The Psychology of Special Operators (w/Dr. Shannon Baird and Nikko Wheeler) 1:02:18

3M ago1:02:18

1:02:18

In this engaging episode of Psychology and Stuff, host Dr. Alison Jane Martingano sits down with Dr. Shannon Baird and Navy Special Operations Veteran Nikko Wheeler to discuss the psychology of Special Operations. They discuss the mental skills needed to be a part of a special operations team which include self-awareness and self-regulation. Dr. Ba…

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Episode 164: Morality (W/ Dr. Jason Cowell and Dr. Georjeanna Wilson-Doenges) 38:44

3M ago38:44

38:44

In this episode, Dr. Jason Cowell, and Dr. Georjeanna Wilson-Doenges, psychology professors at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, reflect on the understanding of morality. They discuss how situations, environments, and even certain times of the day influence the ability to act morally. The guests converse about what morality is and how culture …

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Episode 163: Self Love (w/Brittany Berkovitz, Alicia Gerstner, and Courtney Covill) 52:14

4M ago52:14

52:14

In this episode, Brittany Berkovitz, Alicia Gerstner, and Courtney Covill, mental health professionals at The ATT Center for Counseling, reflect on navigating relationships and friendships. They discuss how self-love plays a role in both creating and maintaining social connections. The difficulties of dating apps, and the struggles of learning to p…

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Episode 162: Therapreneur (w/ Amity Cooper) 47:02

4M ago47:02

47:02

In this episode of Psychology and Stuff, Dr. Alison Jane Martingano sits down with Amity Cooper a trained mental health professional, Lifebook facilitator, and entrepreneurial coach. They discuss the impact of technology on therapy, especially the use and ethical considerations of virtual reality.By UW-Green Bay Psychology Department

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Episode 161: Singers, Dancers, & Other Performers (w/Dr. Chelsea Wooding & Dr. Elisa Monti) 51:16

5M ago51:16

51:16

In this episode of Psychology and Stuff, Dr. Alison Jane Martingano discovers the critical role psychologists play in enhancing the mental performance of artists such as singers and dancers. The discussion features insights from Dr. Chelsea Wooding, a Certified Mental Performance Consultant and former competitive dancer with extensive experience in…

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Episode 160: Do I have the January Blues? (w/ Dr. Ryan Martin) 49:52

5M ago49:52

49:52

In this episode of Psychology and Stuff, Dr. Alison Jane Martingano interviews Dr. Ryan Martin, Dean for the College of Arts Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Wisconsin - Green Bay, about sadness, mood, depression and the New Year. Dr. Ryan Martin (aka the Anger Professor) is a leading expert on emotional wellness. His work has be…

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Episode 159: Why do people donate money? (w/ Dr. Matt Coleman) 35:21

6M ago35:21

35:21

In this engaging episode of Psychology and Stuff, host Dr. Alison Jane Martingano sits down with Dr. Matt Coleman, Executive Director of Giving Multiplier. Dr. Coleman shares insights on charitable giving, discussing what motivates people to donate, from emotional connections to causes to the reinforcing "warm glow" of making a positive impact. He …

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Episode 158: Why are people afraid of math? (w/ Dr. Qiushan Liu) 35:40

6M ago35:40

35:40

In this episode of Psychology and Stuff, host Dr. Allison Jane sits down with Dr. Quishan Liu, a new assistant professor in the Psychology Department at UW-Green Bay, to explore the fascinating intersection of psychology and mathematics. Dr. Liu shares her research on how cognitive and emotional factors, like math anxiety, influence problem-solving…

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Episode 157: What is authentic intelligence? (w. Dr. Jan Schwartz) 54:56

7M ago54:56

54:56

In this episode, Dr. Janet Schwartz, a forensic behavioral psychologist and president of Forensic Fraud Research Inc., reflects on her career investigating white-collar crime. Dr. Schwartz also introduces her concept of "Authentic Intelligence," discussing how mental, emotional, and spiritual intelligence converge to support resilience and fulfillm…

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Episode 156: What's wrong with eyewitness memory? (w/ Dr. Danielle Sneyd) 42:24

7M ago42:24

42:24

In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Alison Jane sits down with Dr. Danielle Sneyd, UW-Green Bay's new Assistant Teaching Professor for Psychology and an expert in legal psychology. With a focus on the fallibility of eyewitness memory, Dr. Sneyd sheds light on how memory’s natural vulnerabilities—like flaws in encoding, storage, and recall inters…

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Episode 155: Why do (only) some people care about politics? (w/ Dr. Aaron Weinschenk) 35:32

8M ago35:32

35:32

In this episode, Dr. Alison Jane interviews Dr. Aaron Weinschenk, Director of the Social Sciences and Public Policy domain and the Ben J. and Joyce Rosenberg Professor of Political Science at UW-Green Bay. They explore the topic of political engagement, delving into why some individuals actively participate in politics, why others abstain, and why …

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Episode 154: Am I the A**hole? (w/ Dr. Jason Cowell) 37:32

8M ago37:32

37:32

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jason Cowell explores the dynamics of the popular subreddit "Am I the Asshole?" (AITA), emphasizing how it serves as an important platform for individuals seeking validation and connection. Dr. Cowell argues that AITA allows users to find their community, affirming moral convictions shaped by years of personal experienc…

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Episode 153: What is Misinformation? (w/ Dr. James Kabrhel) 51:17

8M ago51:17

51:17

In this episode of Psychology and Stuff, Dr. Alison Jane Martingano interviews Dr. James Kabrhel, Associate Professor of Chemistry at UW-Green Bay’s Sheboygan Campus, about misinformation, pseudoscience, and education. They explore how misinformation spreads through social media, the psychology behind how we process information, and the reasons we …

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Episode 152: How Can We Empathize with the Past? (w/Dr. Lisa Lamson) 55:34

9M ago55:34

55:34

In the season premiere of Psychology and Stuff, Dr. Alison Jane Martingano interviews Dr. Lisa Lamson, a historian at UW-Green Bay, about the intersection of history and psychology. They discuss Dr. Lamson's research on Black childhood and schooling in 19th-century Baltimore, exploring how historical empathy allows for a deeper understanding of the…

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Episode 151: Season Finale! What is a bridezilla? (w/Dr. Ryan Martin and Dr. Christine Smith) 45:28

1y ago45:28

45:28

In the final episode of this season, Alison Jane is in coversation with Dr. Ryan Martin and Dr. Christine Smith from the University of Wisconson - Green Bay on the term and topic of "bridezilla". Tune in to hear interesting perspective on this topic that is timely for Alison Jane as she is planning a wedding!…

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Episode 150: Special Episode Featuring Student Researchers! 42:08

1y ago42:08

42:08

In this very special episode, Alison Jane interviews six student researcher from the University of Wisconsin - Green Bay on research topics ranging from anxiety in schools, charitable donations to psychopaths getting enraged online.By UW-Green Bay Psychology Department

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Episode 149: How WEIRD is psychology research? (w/Dr. Kris Vespia) 58:06

1y ago58:06

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How WEIRD is psychology research? In this episode, Alison Jane interviews Dr. Kris Vespia, Director of the Center for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning at the University of Wisconsin - Green Bay on the topic of the WEIRDness of psychological research. WEIRD is an acronym which stands for Western, Educated, Industrialized, Rich, and Democrati…

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Episode 148: Are Pet Owners More Empathetic People? (w/Dr. Georjeanna Wilson Doenges) 40:51

1y ago40:51

40:51

Are pet owners more empathetic than non-pet owners? In this episode, Alison Jane and two of her undergraduate students at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay share their research on pets and empathy with Dr. Georjeanna Wilson Doenges, Professor and Chair of Psychology at UW - Green Bay.By UW-Green Bay Psychology Department

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Episode 147: Why do we blame the referees? (w/Dr. Thomas Gretton) 43:12

1y ago43:12

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Why do we blame the referees in sport? In this episode, Alison Jane interviews Dr. Thomas Gretton, Assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay about his research on elite referees in sport.By UW-Green Bay Psychology Department

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Episode 146: Can you change your accent? (w/Dr. Elisa Monti & Dr. Elif Ikizer) 37:38

1+ y ago37:38

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Can you change your accent? In this episode, Alison Jane interviews Dr. Elisa Monti, President and Co-Founder of the Voice and Trauma Research and Connection Group & Dr. Elif Ikizer, Assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. Tune in for this fascinating conversation!…

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Episode 145: Why do innocent people confess? (w/Dr. Fabiana Alceste) 44:30

1+ y ago44:30

44:30

Why do innocent people confess? In this episode, Alison Jane interviews Dr. Fabiana Alceste, Assistant Professor of Psychology at Butler University. Dr. Alceste studies the social and cognitive processes around false confessions. Tune in for this engaging and informative conversation!By UW-Green Bay Psychology Department

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Episode 144: What's Your Fitness Goal? (w/Dr. Joanna Morrissey) 34:55

1+ y ago34:55

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What's your fitness goal? In this episode, Alison Jane is in conversation with Dr. Joanna Morrissey, Associate Professor, and Chair of the Sport, Exercise & Performance Psychology Program at the University of Wisconsin - Green Bay and Carol and Megan who are fitness instructors at Jazzercise in Green Bay, WI on the topic of fitness goals. Tune in f…

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Episode 143: Special Episode: Thriving in Academia (w/6 members of the UWGB Psychology Department) 45:53

1+ y ago45:53

45:53

In this special episode, Alison Jane is in conversation with six members of the Psychology Department at the University of Wisconsin - Green Bay: Dr. Ryan Martin, Dr. Georjeanna Wilson-Doenges, Dr. Jason Cowell, Dr. Thomas Gretton, Dr. Abigail Neubauer, and Dr. Chelsea Wooding on the topic of thriving in academia. Tune in to find out about this and…

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Episode 142: Is mental performance just for athletes? (w/Dr. Chelsea Wooding) 55:54

1+ y ago55:54

55:54

Alison Jane is in conversation with Dr. Chelsea Wooding on the topic of sport and performance psychology. Is mental performance just for athletes? Tune in to find out about this and more!By UW-Green Bay Psychology Department

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Episode 141: How to spot cyber predators? (w/Dr. Michael Nuccitelli) 43:52

1+ y ago43:52

43:52

Alison Jane is in conversation with Dr. Michael Nuccitelli on the topic of cyber predators. Who is the most vulnerable to cyber predators? Tune in to learn this and more!By UW-Green Bay Psychology Department

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Episode 140: Who is more likely to believe in conspiracies? (w/Dr. Ryan Martin) 54:50

1+ y ago54:50

54:50

Alison Jane is in conversation with Dr. Ryan Martin on the topic of conspiricies. Who is more likely to believe in conspiracies? Tune in to learn this and more!By UW-Green Bay Psychology Department

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Episode 139: Will climate change alter our psyche? (w/Dr. Georjeanna Wilson-Doenges) 52:19

1+ y ago52:19

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Alison Jane is joined by Dr. Georjeanna Wilson-Doenges for a conversation about climate change. Will climate change alter our psyche? Tune in to learn this and more!By UW-Green Bay Psychology Department

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Episode 138: Is catharsis effective? (w/Dr. Ryan Martin) 53:32

1+ y ago53:32

53:32

In this episode, Alison Jane is joined by Dr. Ryan Martin for an in depth discussion about catharsis. Is catharsis effective? Tune in to learn this and more!By UW-Green Bay Psychology Department

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Episode 137: Do young people lack empathy? (w/Dr. Sara Konrath and Dr. Jason Cowell) 38:13

1+ y ago38:13

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In this episode, Alison Jane is joined by Dr. Sara Konrath and Dr. Jason Cowell for a lively discussion about empathy. Is empathy on the decline? Do young people today lack empathy? Tune in to learn this and more!By UW-Green Bay Psychology Department

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Episode 136: Why Should We Increase Empathy? (w/Dr. Alison Jane Martingano) 46:25

1+ y ago46:25

46:25

In our first episode of the season, Ryan and Georjeanna talk about why we should increase empathy with Dr. Alison Jane Martingano. Ryan and Georjeanna also announce that Dr. Martingano is the new host of the podcast going forward!By UW-Green Bay Psychology Department

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Appreciating the Path of Mindfulness After Jail Time, w/ Butch Escobar 44:36

2y ago44:36

44:36

On this episode of MWS we have comedian, Butch Escobar joining us. We discuss his journey of discovering mindfulness and how his past of going in and out of jail, along with the insight he's gained, helped influence a new path of enlightenment. Follow Comedian Shanti Charan @shanticharancomedy and Mouthful with Shanti @mouthfulwithshanti Follow But…

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Understanding the Benefits of Sustainable Clothing w/ Stylist, Inanna Solveig 31:01

2y ago31:01

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Support this very FREE podcast by donating toward production costs and get a Mouthful with Shanti sticker! Venmo @shanticharan On this episode of MWS we have stylist, Inanna Solveig joining us. We discuss fast fashion, repurposing of clothing, ageism and more! Tune in and shoot us a 5*. Follow Comedian Shanti Charan @shanticharancomedy and Mouthful…

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Getting Educated About the Crystal Meth Epidemic with Author of Tweakerworld, Jason Yamas 59:59

2y ago59:59

59:59

Mouthful with Shanti brings you captivating conversations that cut through the bullshit while laughing about it. We elevate marginalized voices. We disrupting oppressive ways of thinking. We shoot the shit. We have a good time. Support this very FREE podcast and its production costs by donating to my Venmo @shanticharan. Dm me your address along wi…

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Addressing Ableism at the Intersection of Music, Disability and Sex, ONIKHO's Story 36:32

2y ago36:32

36:32

On this episode of MWS I talk with musician and disability activist, ONIKHO! ONIKHO is a musical artist who mixes electronic beats and sounds with her influences in blues, jazz, and classical music. She recently released her new album, Rodeo Pantheon, a piece of work came to fruition after becoming paralyzed in a car accident in 2014. She tells the…

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A Pro-Domme & a Pro-Com(edian) Talk Kinks 29:30

2y ago29:30

29:30

On this episode of MWS I talk with professional dominatrix, Delphine, about kinks! Follow Comedian Shanti Charan @shanticharancomedy and Mouthful with Shanti @mouthfulwithshanti. Follow Delphine @pithair_dontcare Disrupting norms and elevating marginalized identities through an intersectional lens. If you enjoy what were doing, help us out by subsc…

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Building Healthier Parent Relationships w/ Sharon, the Bay's Favorite Family Therapist 50:37

2y ago50:37

50:37

On this episode of MWS I talk with Family Therapist, Sharon Frasier, and her work in the mental health service, specifically with the bipolar and schizophrenic community! We also talk about her private practice and the work she does with college students, which led us to talking about parents! And there was a lot to discuss there. Follow Comedian S…

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Exploring Divorce & Only Child Syndrome w/ Micheal Foulk 50:00

2y ago50:00

50:00

If you've been enjoying the show so far, I’d be so grateful if you rated the show on spotify a 5 stars. On this episode of MWS I talk to Micheal Foulk about what it was like growing up as only child with divorced parents. We exchange 'flying alone as a kid' stories and the adventures of being an unaccompanied minor flying in the 90's. We also talki…

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Episode 135: How to Deal with Angry People (w/Dr. Ryan Martin) 49:40

2y ago49:40

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In our last episode of the season, Ryan and Georjeanna talk about his new book, How to Deal with Angry People. They talk about why he wrote it, what's in it, and even unpack a few strategies for people to think about.By UW-Green Bay Psychology Department

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Queering the Boxing & Gym World w/ Pablo Escobar 38:39

2y ago38:39

38:39

On this episode of MWS I chat with Pablo about being a boxing coach and how it serves as a great outlet for aggression. We also talk about the pressure of needing to attain a hyper masculine body in both the athletic and gay world. A golden nugget within this episode is some QUEERiculum we share when unpacking ‘queer’ and the many meanings it can h…

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Episode 134: What Our Favorite Summer Movies Say About Us 42:38

2y ago42:38

42:38

Whether you're lying to your parents so you can go look for a dead body or lying to your parents so you can see a PG film in the theater, our favorite summer movies say an awful lot about the kind of people we’ve become. Georjeanna, Ryan, and former intern Kelsi talk through their favorite summer movies with a focus not just on why they love them, …

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Unpacking Layers of Intersectionality w/ Aurora Singh 36:04

2y ago36:04

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On this episode of MWS I chat with Aurora Sign about how she's grown up in a single, Haitian mother household, with an absent Punjabi father in predominantly White spaces. We talk about race consciousness, thick intersectionalities, colorism and more! Follow Comedian Shanti Charan @shanticharancomedy Follow Aurora Singh @aurorasinghcomedy and her p…

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Episode 133: Why Are Our Pandemic Memories Fading? 45:14

2y ago45:14

45:14

In this episode our hosts, Ryan and Georjeanna, delve into intriguing research on the science of forgetting and how various factors such as stress, information overload, and the monotonous nature of the pandemic era affect our ability to recall events and daily life during the past three years. We share some personal anecdotes about our cherished a…

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Liberating Fatness w/ Angelina, the Fierce Fat Femme 57:20

2y ago57:20

57:20

On this episode of MWS I chat with Angelina a Fat Liberationist, Model and Lecturer. We discuss Fat Liberation, which aims to disrupt systems that are oppressive, making certain spaces inaccessible to the fat community. This episode also touches on the idea that being fat is inherently unhealthy or unattractive, which is seen as part of a larger so…

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Shooting the Sh*t w/ David Gborie 36:53

2y ago36:53

36:53

On this episode of MWS I chat with a special guest David Gborie! Me and this dude go way back. He is now the voice of Darby of the Royal Crackers on HBO! On this episode we were just finishing working a 5 show weekend in Sunnyvale, CA. We talk about porn, blood diamonds, ebt and more! Follow Comedian Shanti Charan @shanticharancomedy Follow David G…

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Episode 132: Growing Better with Age- How Emotions Change as You Get older 42:20

2y ago42:20

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In this episode, Ryan and Georjeanna chat with fellow UW-Green Bay Psychology professor, Dr. Abby Nehrkorn-Bailey, about how we deal with stress and how our emotional responses improve over the lifespan. Using the Socio-Emotional Selectivity Theory, we discuss why this finding makes sense but goes against some of the stereotypes we hold about older…

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