Learn with Sue - Walk and Talk
227 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago -Join Sue Langley for a new series of podcasts where Sue talks about the science of emotions and emotional intelligence, positive psychology and wellbeing, and neuroscience all based on science, research, and evidence. Podcasts will include chats with friends and colleagues as well as expert "In Conversation" discussions with amazing individuals from around the world.
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Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop with Professor Dianne Vella-Brodrick
May 29, 2022 21:00 - 21 minutes - 20.2 MBProfessor Dianne Vella-Brodrick’s body of work is focused on ensuring wellbeing programmes are tangible, engaging and personalised. In our intriguing chat, we explored the fascinating area of biofeedback and the use of technology and wearable devices to track emotional and physiological responses. Listen along and gain valuable insight into her holistic approach to research and be inspired by the science of positive psychology!
In Conversation - Professor Dianne Vella-Brodrick
May 29, 2022 21:00 - 21 minutes - 20.2 MBProfessor Dianne Vella-Brodrick’s body of work is focused on ensuring wellbeing programmes are tangible, engaging and personalised. In our intriguing chat, we explored the fascinating area of biofeedback and the use of technology and wearable devices to track emotional and physiological responses. Listen along and gain valuable insight into her holistic approach to research and be inspired by the science of positive psychology!
Walk and Talk An Invitation to Eavesdrop - Wellbeing Literacy
May 22, 2022 21:00 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MBSue delves deeper into the importance and impact of language and wellbeing literacy. Sue walks through a research paper that explored how to use language as a lever for population wellbeing. Language changes the way we perceive the world and has an influence on our experiences. Listen along to hear the findings and how to apply this in our everyday lives.
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop with Sue - Wellbeing literacy
May 22, 2022 21:00 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MBSue delves deeper into the importance and impact of language and wellbeing literacy. Sue walks through a research paper that explored how to use language as a lever for population wellbeing. Language changes the way we perceive the world and has an influence on our experiences. Listen along to hear the findings and how to apply this in our everyday lives.
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop with Tania Read
May 15, 2022 21:00 - 32 minutes - 59.5 MBJoin Sue and Tania as they delve into how emotional intelligence (using the MSCEIT) has been linked to wisdom – the importance of being able to make wise decisions. How does emotional regulation impact our ability to make wise decisions and how does what we know about the brain link to this? How does this knowledge impact leaders and how they prioritise? Listen along to learn more about the current research around this topic and how to use this information in our everyday lives.
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop with Sue and Tania
May 15, 2022 21:00 - 32 minutes - 59.5 MBJoin Sue and Tania as they delve into how emotional intelligence (using the MSCEIT) has been linked to wisdom – the importance of being able to make wise decisions. How does emotional regulation impact our ability to make wise decisions and how does what we know about the brain link to this? How does this knowledge impact leaders and how they prioritise? Listen along to learn more about the current research around this topic and how to use this information in our everyday lives.
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop with Dr Kim Cameron
May 08, 2022 21:00 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MBDr Kim Cameron's extensive research on organisational virtuousness, effectiveness, quality culture and the development of leadership excellence has been published in more than 130 academic articles and 15 scholarly books. Join in on our enlightening conversation surrounding the fact that humans have an inherent tendency towards the positive. We practice the heliotropic effect of pulling towards life-giving energy! Kim shares findings on what attributes make a person a 'positive energiser' wi...
"In Conversation" with Dr Kim Cameron
May 08, 2022 21:00 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MBDr Kim Cameron's extensive research on organisational virtuousness, effectiveness, quality culture and the development of leadership excellence has been published in more than 130 academic articles and 15 scholarly books. Join in on our enlightening conversation surrounding the fact that humans have an inherent tendency towards the positive. We practice the heliotropic effect of pulling towards life-giving energy! Kim shares findings on what attributes make a person a 'positive energiser' wi...
Walk and Talk An Invitation to Eavesdrop - Societal emotional environments
May 01, 2022 21:00 - 18 minutes - 17.4 MBJoin Sue as she delves into the topic of societal emotional environments. Sue looks at a study conducted in 49 countries to understand how the expression of negative or positive emotions impacts life satisfaction and wellbeing within individuals and society as a whole. Listen along as Sue discusses the findings and how they link to other research.
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop with Sue - Societal emotional environments
May 01, 2022 21:00 - 18 minutes - 17.4 MBJoin Sue as she delves into the topic of societal emotional environments. Sue looks at a study conducted in 49 countries to understand how the expression of negative or positive emotions impacts life satisfaction and wellbeing within individuals and society as a whole. Listen along as Sue discusses the findings and how they link to other research.
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop with Stuart Harrison
April 24, 2022 21:00 - 36 minutes - 83.1 MBJoin Sue and Stuart as they discuss the importance of creating meaning for leaders, to ensure a positive climate for the team. They look at how processes and systems only get us so far, the rest is in how we show up and how we understand others. Stuart delves into the reasons behind why he uses horses to develop emotional intelligence and increase awareness of those around us. Listen along to learn more about leadership, meaning and the importance of understanding the whole human across cult...
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop with Dr Caitlin Cowan
April 17, 2022 21:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBDr Caitlin Cowan is an NHMRC fellow at the University of Sydney whose research aims to enhance our understanding of the interactions between the brain, the gut, and the microbes within. In this informative chat, Sue and Caitlin explore this fascinating topic and shed light on what science tells us about how these wonderful creatures impact our thoughts, feelings, and behaviours! What is the link between depression and the ecosystem of microorganisms that resides in the human gastrointestina...
"In Conversation" with Dr Caitlin Cowan
April 17, 2022 21:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBDr Caitlin Cowan is an NHMRC fellow at the University of Sydney whose research aims to enhance our understanding of the interactions between the brain, the gut, and the microbes within. In this informative chat, Sue and Caitlin explore this fascinating topic and shed light on what science tells us about how these wonderful creatures impact our thoughts, feelings, and behaviours! What is the link between depression and the ecosystem of microorganisms that resides in the human gastrointestina...
Walk and Talk An Invitation to Eavesdrop - Give and Take Reciprocity
April 10, 2022 21:00 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBOur podcast this week explores recent research on reciprocity and capitalisation. How you respond to others influences their intentions around future capitalisation towards you? Listen in and assess how your enthusiastic responses influence your relationships as Sue explores a study the manipulates active constructive and active destruction responding and the quality of wellbeing – including physiological responses linked cardiovascular disease. How will you learn from the science to chan...
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop with Sue - Give and take reciprocity
April 10, 2022 21:00 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBOur podcast this week explores recent research on reciprocity and capitalisation. How you respond to others influences their intentions around future capitalisation towards you? Listen in and assess how your enthusiastic responses influence your relationships as Sue explores a study the manipulates active constructive and active destruction responding and the quality of wellbeing – including physiological responses linked cardiovascular disease. How will you learn from the science to chan...
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop with Scott Nell
April 03, 2022 21:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBJoin Sue and Scott as they discuss different ways to flourish. Scott reflects on his journey of incorporating positive psychology in a global, corporate role and the impact this had on his colleagues. Listen along as Sue and Scott identify what has helped people flourish through covid and what activities can be done to stretch and grow our psychological richness.
"In Conversation" with Dr Todd Kashdan
March 27, 2022 20:00 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBDr Todd B. Kashdan is a Professor of Psychology at George Mason University and a leading authority on wellbeing, curiosity, psychological flexibility, and resilience. During this conversation, Todd shared his thoughts on intriguing themes including education, social pressures, and the need to push boundaries. How much weight should we be placing on university or academic degrees? What is the link between cognitive intelligence and creativity?
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop with Dr Todd Kashdan
March 27, 2022 20:00 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBDr Todd B. Kashdan is a Professor of Psychology at George Mason University and a leading authority on wellbeing, curiosity, psychological flexibility, and resilience. During this conversation, Todd shared his thoughts on intriguing themes including education, social pressures, and the need to push boundaries. How much weight should we be placing on university or academic degrees? What is the link between cognitive intelligence and creativity?
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop with Dr Alex Linley
March 06, 2022 20:00 - 17 minutes - 16.5 MBDr Alex Linley is globally recognised as an expert in strengths. In this heart-warming and informative chat, Sue and Alex discuss the philosophy behind various strengths profile assessments and shed light on the fundamental need for a dynamic and flexible approach to strengths spotting. The pairs shared enthusiasm for an evidence-based application of strengths interventions shines through as they exchange thoughts and queries on this fascinating topic.
"In Conversation" with Dr Alex Linley
March 06, 2022 20:00 - 17 minutes - 16.5 MBDr Alex Linley is globally recognised as an expert in strengths. In this heart-warming and informative chat, Sue and Alex discuss the philosophy behind various strengths profile assessments and shed light on the fundamental need for a dynamic and flexible approach to strengths spotting. The pairs shared enthusiasm for an evidence-based application of strengths interventions shines through as they exchange thoughts and queries on this fascinating topic.
Walk and Talk - Exploring adversity through a positive lens
March 02, 2022 20:00 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBThis week’s podcast explores a fascinating paper on collective wellbeing and post-traumatic growth during Covid19. It reveals only 1% of research has been based on positive outcomes such as strengths spotting, energising leadership, increased awareness, gratitude, and community. Sue focuses on opportunities to implement positive psychology tools and the intentional use of language. How can wellbeing literacy shape our perception in times of crisis? Discover ways to flourish through adversity...
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop with Sue - Exploring adversity through a positive lens
March 02, 2022 20:00 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBThis week’s podcast explores a fascinating paper on collective wellbeing and post-traumatic growth during Covid19. It reveals only 1% of research has been based on positive outcomes such as strengths spotting, energising leadership, increased awareness, gratitude, and community. Sue focuses on opportunities to implement positive psychology tools and the intentional use of language. How can wellbeing literacy shape our perception in times of crisis? Discover ways to flourish through adversity...
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop with Sue and Tania - The role of nostalgia
February 20, 2022 20:00 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MBJoin Sue and Tania as they ponder the role of nostalgia. Tania reflects on her personal experiences and the bittersweet nature of this emotion. Nostalgia allows us to savour moments from our past, which can create feelings of loss or sadness whilst simultaneously leading to gratitude and optimism about the future. Through awareness of our response to nostalgia, we can assign positive meaning. Listen along as the pair discuss the psychology of time and the impact of reminiscence on our wellbe...
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop session eight
February 20, 2022 20:00 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MBJoin Sue and Tania as they ponder the role of nostalgia. Tania reflects on her personal experiences and the bittersweet nature of this emotion. Nostalgia allows us to savour moments from our past, which can create feelings of loss or sadness whilst simultaneously leading to gratitude and optimism about the future. Through awareness of our response to nostalgia, we can assign positive meaning. Listen along as the pair discuss the psychology of time and the impact of reminiscence on our wellbe...
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop with Tim Lomas
February 13, 2022 20:00 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MBIn this intriguing chat, Sue discusses language and life with an expert in the field. Without a linguistic frame of reference, how do we make sense of emotions and experiences? Sue and Tim decipher the importance of language in the conceptual mapping of our wellbeing and share insight into the need for more cross-cultural inclusion and global perspectives in positive psychology.
"In Conversation" with Tim Lomas
February 13, 2022 20:00 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MBIn this intriguing chat, Sue discusses language and life with an expert in the field. Without a linguistic frame of reference, how do we make sense of emotions and experiences? Sue and Tim decipher the importance of language in the conceptual mapping of our wellbeing and share insight into the need for more cross-cultural inclusion and global perspectives in positive psychology.
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop session seven
February 06, 2022 20:00 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MBJoin Sue and Tania for reflections surrounding the fascinating themes of perception and curiosity. The pair discuss a multi-national research paper that reveals it is the perceived level of access to support that alters an individuals’ level of wellbeing rather than the actual level of care they may receive. How do gratitude, trust and appreciation change our perception, and, in turn, what is the relationship between curiosity and wellbeing?
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop with Sue and Tania - Perception and curiosity
February 06, 2022 20:00 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MBJoin Sue and Tania for reflections surrounding the fascinating themes of perception and curiosity. The pair discuss a multi-national research paper that reveals it is the perceived level of access to support that alters an individuals’ level of wellbeing rather than the actual level of care they may receive. How do gratitude, trust and appreciation change our perception, and, in turn, what is the relationship between curiosity and wellbeing?
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop with Sue and Tania - 'Ta-Da' lists
January 30, 2022 20:00 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBHow can we get our brain neurons firing and reignite our wellbeing habits as the holiday season comes to an end? Join Sue and Tania as they reconnect and discuss the research behind their daily ‘Ta-Da’ list activities - intentional bite-size practices that support your goals and align with your values. From juggling and gratitude journaling to language apps and burpees – listen along and be inspired to live a flourishing life!
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop session six
January 30, 2022 20:00 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBHow can we get our brain neurons firing and reignite our wellbeing habits as the holiday season comes to an end? Join Sue and Tania as they reconnect and discuss the research behind their daily ‘Ta-Da’ list activities - intentional bite-size practices that support your goals and align with your values. From juggling and gratitude journaling to language apps and burpees – listen along and be inspired to live a flourishing life!
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop with Dr Denise Quinlan
January 23, 2022 20:00 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MBThroughout her flourishing career, Denise has taught globally on strengths-focused leadership, resilience, and positive psychology. In this episode she shares her insights with Sue in an equally candid and considered chat. They touch on various concepts, including psychological safety, ruthless prioritisation, self-compassion, and radical acceptance.
"In Conversation" with Dr Denise Quinlan
January 23, 2022 20:00 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MBThroughout her flourishing career, Denise has taught globally on strengths-focused leadership, resilience, and positive psychology. In this episode she shares her insights with Sue in an equally candid and considered chat. They touch on various concepts, including psychological safety, ruthless prioritisation, self-compassion, and radical acceptance.
Walk and Talk - The Upside of Social Media
January 16, 2022 20:00 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MBJoin Sue as she reflects on a fascinating research paper - ‘towards a framework for flourishing through social media.’ We know that social platforms are designed, in part, to capture our behavioural data and share it with profit in mind. The challenges and pitfalls of this algorithm are understood, yet the scientific data on the psychological benefits of social media are still emerging. How does social media positively affect our basic human needs of autonomy, relatedness, and competence? In...
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop with Sue - The upside of social media
January 16, 2022 20:00 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MBJoin Sue as she reflects on a fascinating research paper - ‘towards a framework for flourishing through social media.’ We know that social platforms are designed, in part, to capture our behavioural data and share it with profit in mind. The challenges and pitfalls of this algorithm are understood, yet the scientific data on the psychological benefits of social media are still emerging. How does social media positively affect our basic human needs of autonomy, relatedness, and competence? In...
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop with Sue - The fresh start strategy
January 14, 2022 02:00 - 13 minutes - 12.9 MBHow do small actions and behaviours propel us towards reaching our overarching goals? Research shows that being accountable in one area of our life, leads to improvements in other areas too. Creating a ‘Ta-Da’ checklist of 10 things for 10 days is a great way to start! When our daily habits align with our values, we are on track to living a flourishing life. Join Sue as she shares practical tips to prioritise your wellbeing and start the year with your best foot forward.
Walk and Talk - The Fresh Start Strategy
January 14, 2022 02:00 - 13 minutes - 12.9 MBHow do small actions and behaviours propel us towards reaching our overarching goals? Research shows that being accountable in one area of our life, leads to improvements in other areas too. Creating a ‘Ta-Da’ checklist of 10 things for 10 days is a great way to start! When our daily habits align with our values, we are on track to living a flourishing life. Join Sue as she shares practical tips to prioritise your wellbeing and start the year with your best foot forward.
"In Conversation" with Dr Robert Biswas-Diener
January 02, 2022 20:00 - 16 minutes - 15.6 MBIn this thought-provoking session Sue converses with Robert, a leading authority on strengths, culture, courage, and happiness. He shares insights on his pioneering work in applying positive psychology to coaching. Amongst several fascinating topics, they ponder the art of asking ‘the big questions’ as the foundation for paradigm-shifting research.
Walk and Talk - Anticipating 2022
December 26, 2021 20:00 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBThe second step of the appreciative inquiry framework is D for Dream. Dream what is possible. In this episode, following our Discover from last week, join Sue to reflect on what can we dream for 2022? What is possible? What goals do we have – what can we learn, how can we grow, how can be dream what is possible for us in the year ahead. Focusing on how we can be the best we can be.
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop with Sue - Anticipating 2022
December 26, 2021 20:00 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBThe second step of the appreciative inquiry framework is D for Dream. Dream what is possible. In this episode, following our Discover from last week, join Sue to reflect on what can we dream for 2022? What is possible? What goals do we have – what can we learn, how can we grow, how can be dream what is possible for us in the year ahead. Focusing on how we can be the best we can be.
Walk and Talk - Reflecting on 2021
December 22, 2021 02:00 - 19 minutes - 18 MBOne of the first steps in appreciative inquiry is D for Discover. Discover what is great, discover what is awesome. Join Sue as she reflects on the good from the year and asks us all to think about the positives, the great, the amazing. In amongst the challenges, there are good things. What is the impact when we reflect on these things?
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop with Sue - Reflecting on 2021
December 22, 2021 02:00 - 19 minutes - 18 MBOne of the first steps in appreciative inquiry is D for Discover. Discover what is great, discover what is awesome. Join Sue as she reflects on the good from the year and asks us all to think about the positives, the great, the amazing. In amongst the challenges, there are good things. What is the impact when we reflect on these things?
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop with Tom Roman
December 12, 2021 20:00 - 18 minutes - 17 MBJoin Sue as she exchanges thoughts with Tom, an expert in the fitness and rehab industry, whose method links movement behaviours with personal behaviours. They discuss how movement is a form of expression – intrinsically connected to how we relate to the world around us. Tom shares his thoughts on memory, overcoming fear, self-esteem and problem solving.
"In Conversation" with Tom Roman
December 12, 2021 20:00 - 18 minutes - 17 MBJoin Sue as she exchanges thoughts with Tom, an expert in the fitness and rehab industry, whose method links movement behaviours with personal behaviours. They discuss how movement is a form of expression – intrinsically connected to how we relate to the world around us. Tom shares his thoughts on memory, overcoming fear, self-esteem and problem solving.
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop with Sue and Tania - 'Ta Da" lists
December 05, 2021 20:00 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBJoin Sue and Tania as they introduce the wonderful concept of keeping a ‘Ta Da’ list; distinct from a ‘To Do’ list. How do we propel our wellbeing wish list into an action list that helps us prioritise positively in our life? This uplifting practice involves guilt free, bite size activities that ensure we are continuously flourishing. The ‘Ta Da’ list can embed mindful habits and be a lot of fun in the process. Listen along, as the pair share ideas to include on your new favourite list!
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop session five
December 05, 2021 20:00 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBJoin Sue and Tania as they introduce the wonderful concept of keeping a ‘Ta Da’ list; distinct from a ‘To Do’ list. How do we propel our wellbeing wish list into an action list that helps us prioritise positively in our life? This uplifting practice involves guilt free, bite size activities that ensure we are continuously flourishing. The ‘Ta Da’ list can embed mindful habits and be a lot of fun in the process. Listen along, as the pair share ideas to include on your new favourite list!
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop with Sue - Reflecting on goals seaside
November 28, 2021 20:00 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBBe transported to the ocean as Sue strolls and contemplates the practice of goal setting. She ponders the teleological nature of humans and how we work towards accomplishing set tasks. She encourages us to include even the ‘small things’ as goals, reading a new genre of book or ticking a movie off our viewing list. Sue considers perception in this process; understanding the ‘why’ behind each goal is how we expand on our sense of meaning and purpose.
Walk and Talk - Reflecting on Goals Seaside
November 28, 2021 20:00 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBBe transported to the ocean as Sue strolls and contemplates the practice of goal setting. She ponders the teleological nature of humans and how we work towards accomplishing set tasks. She encourages us to include even the ‘small things’ as goals, reading a new genre of book or ticking a movie off our viewing list. Sue considers perception in this process; understanding the ‘why’ behind each goal is how we expand on our sense of meaning and purpose.
"In Conversation" with Aaron Jarden
November 21, 2021 20:00 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBIn this robust chat, Sue and Aaron agree on how simply thinking and talking about values enlightens and energises people. They discuss how over the course of a lifetime our values will change. Tap in as theyenthusiastically ponder how being aware and intentional with language plays out in our relationships as well as shaping our internal dialogue.
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop with Aaron Jarden
November 21, 2021 20:00 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBIn this robust chat, Sue and Aaron agree on how simply thinking and talking about values enlightens and energises people. They discuss how over the course of a lifetime our values will change. Tap in as theyenthusiastically ponder how being aware and intentional with language plays out in our relationships as well as shaping our internal dialogue.
Walk and Talk - An invitation to eavesdrop with Sue and Tania - Ripple effect
November 14, 2021 20:00 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBWhen an individual reaches a personal goal, the ripple effect of their achievement inspires and motivates others. Sue’s colleague Tania unpacks her experience of running the recent Royal Parks half Marathon in London. The pair discuss emotional awareness in relation to physical movement. They ponder the connection to ‘atmospheric energy’ during a large-scale community event and the support we can draw from it. They share their love of science and how it can encourage us to better understand ...