Psychology
Dr Pete Etchells: The benefits of video games and online gaming
The role of gaming and online games is often questioned in instances such as mass murders and terrorism acts, but Dr. Pete Etchells has a different take on why people play video games and what they… Audio
Dr Ceri Evans: How to perform at your peak under pressure
Psychiatrist Dr Ceri Evans has worked with the All Blacks since 2010 and has just published a new book explaining some of his techniques, Perform Under Pressure. Audio
Marc Wilson: Understanding moon landing conspiracists
On the anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing, Victoria University psychology professor Marc Wilson explains why some people continue to insist the whole thing was a fraud. Audio
Dr Paulina Sliwa: What makes a good excuse?
Dr Paulina Sliwa is a Philosopher at the University of Cambridge and has figured out the formula for coming up with a great excuse. She discusses her study, The Power of Excuses, and what separates… Audio
Do your co-workers know you better than you know yourself?
When it comes to self-awareness, we all have blind spots, but we also have bright spots – talents and strengths we don't quite see. To find out more about both, ask your colleagues, says psychologist… Audio
Francis Vergunst: Kindy kids who aren't attentive earn less as adults
Canadian research has found that kindergarten kids who struggle to concentrate and are easily distracted are more likely to end up on a lower income as adults. Audio
Dr Sandi Mann: The upside of downtime
Psychologist Dr Sandi Mann says boredom can lead to more creativity in both children and adults. Audio
Dr Paul Wood: 'Prison was the most useful thing I could have experienced'
At the age of 19, Paul Wood was sentenced to life in prison for murder. Now he's a Doctor of Psychology, a development coach and the author of a new memoir How to Escape from Prison. He speaks to Kim… Audio
Health and Wellbeing: Happiness with Dr Waikaremoana Waitoki
Te Ahi Kaa delves into the notion of happiness. What defines happiness? Is it an individual or collective experience? And in today's world of social media - is it some sort of disguise? Justine Murray… Audio
Dr Sharon Hoover: Mental health assistance in schools will transform lives
Dr Sharon Hoover is an expert in helping teachers, school counsellors and principals support students who are struggling with mental health issues. She speaks to Jim about how to help young people… Audio
Dr David Moreau: Science shows you can't achieve everything you set your mind to
Dr. David Moreau from the University of Auckland's School of Psychology on the paper he co-authored called 'Overstating the Role of Environmental Factors in Success: A Cautionary Note.' Audio
Colleen Kirk: Why dog owners will pay more to save their pets' lives
Assistant Professor of Marketing at New York Institute of Technology in New York City Colleen Kirk followed up anecdotal evidence that dog owners are willing to pay more at the vets than cat owners. Audio
Tomas Matthews: The key to getting people on the dance floor
What makes people jump to their feet and on to the dance floor? Tomas Matthews from Concordia University's department of psychology researched just that. Video, Audio
Dan Reed: 'Leaving Neverland' should not stop Jackson's music
Dan Reed is the director and producer of one of this year's most talked about documentary, Leaving Neverland. He tells Jim Mora he doesn't believe the film should stop Michael Jackson's music… Audio
Dr Adam Grant: Finding motivation and meaning in life
Dr Adam Grant has spoken to some of the most successful business people in world to tap into where their motivation came from as well as how they managed to get to the top of their games. He speaks to… Audio
Learning to love loafing
Psychoanalyst Professor Josh Cohen is believes we have lost our way when it comes to chilling out. He explains why we shouldn't feel guilty about slacking off. Audio
Do psychopathic birds of a feather flock together?
Dr Ashley Watts explains whey psychopaths find each other so attractive and the research they did to prove it. Audio
The social determinants of mental health
Harvard health care policy professor Ronald C Kessler is one of the most widely cited researchers in the world of psychiatry over the last decade. He is the author of more than 700 publications and a… Audio
Halbergs: U17s should win Team of the Year
This month on Fair Play, Football Ferns’ Sarah Gregorius gives us her take on the U17's chances at the Halbergs, Windsurfing legend Barbara Kendall and Seventh Degree Blackbelt Ava Strong talk… Audio
Don't be fooled! Magic tricks & the psychology of the mind
What do illusions tell us about how our mind works and what is it about human cognition that makes us fooled by trickery? Kathryn talks with Professor Nicola Clayton and Clive Wilkins… Audio