Revealing the Ivory Tower
62 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsIf you're looking for an educational discussion about various health- and science-related topics, in a digestible and funny way, this podcast is for you! Tune in to hear interviews, research summaries, and embarrassing stories.
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D.A.R.E., Heroin, and Drugs 101
March 29, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 77.9 MBPaige Lemen, a doctoral candidate in neuroscience, returns to the podcast for this season finale to give us a full rundown of all things related to substance use! We cover a wide range of information in this two-part episode, especially her area of expertise in opioid use. She corrects misinformation, shares research, and her recommendations for the US overdose epidemic. She also reviews AA, recovery, and the D.A.R.E program. Check out the end for a special announcement from me! Subscribe ...
School Psychology, Teachers, and IEPs
March 15, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MBBriana Wagner, a school psychologist, introduced us to another field of psychology you might not have heard of that helps students every day. She discusses all the roles school psychologists may have, how funding impacts her job, and how she coordinates with teachers, parents, and administrators. Did you know school psychologists also assess children for autism, ADHD, and other mental health concerns? Listen to this episode to learn how unique their assessments are and how they can shape the...
Psychiatry 101, Cerebral, and Adderall
March 01, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 66.9 MBDr. Sulman Mirza (aka thekicksshrink), a triple board-certified psychiatrist, sat down with me to provide an introduction to the field of psychiatry! What's the difference between psychiatry and psychology? Are psychiatrists just "pill pushers"? Why is this field incredibly complicated? What happens when big tech enters the mental health field? Why does he hold an incredibly delicate balance and position as a psychiatrist? Find out all of this and more, including his epic sneaker collection,...
Seed Oils, Coffee Enemas, and Processed Food
February 15, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 81.9 MBDr. Adrian Chavez gives us a crash course on nutrition this episode! His Ph.D. in nutrition helps him try to face the massive mountain of misinformation on social media to empower people to unlearn anxiety around food and make choices for themselves. Learn all about fads, what we do know, what we don't know, and his favorite wild trend in this episode! Music: DJ DanceAlone and prodlauraceae
ADHD, Gaming, and Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria
February 01, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 53.7 MBDr. Carrie, a psychologist who specializes in kids with ADHD, sits down to give us a full run-down of ADHD. She busts myths, shares fascinating new research, and expands our understanding of ADHD. Dr. Carrie also does a deep dive on buzzwords you might have heard, such as rejection sensitive dysphoria. She also shares how this might appear in kids, what we've missed, and what other problems can arise with ADHD. She talks about how she helps parents through the process and red flags she has s...
Inflammation, Cancer, and COVID
January 18, 2023 13:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MBDr. Yas, an immunologist, shares her expertise in research related to cancer and transplants. She also corrects misconceptions surrounding our immune system and autoimmune problems. Dr. Yas also provides unique insight into funding new medical treatments as someone who has worked in academia and the biotech industry. Think you know about your immune system? Check out this episode to find out! Music by: DJ DanceAlone and prodlauraceae
Insomnia, OutKast, Sleep Anxiety
January 04, 2023 15:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MBDr. Kristen Casey, a licensed psychologist, introduces us to the world of sleep psychology, especially related to insomnia. We discussed definitions of insomnia, medical problems and sleep, sleeping in different rooms from partners, sleep debt, anxiety around sleep, swing shifts, and many other important topics! Sleep is fundamental to our well-being, and we need better education and more sleep psychologists. Music: DJ DanceAlone and prodlauraecaea
Satellites, Whales, and Space
December 21, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 57.7 MBNoemi Marsico, a hydrologist, introduced us to the world of satellites and remote sensors. She gives examples of the amazing things many fields can do with satellites, including watching climate change and even informing architecture decisions. She also shares future directions and her journey with science communication! Music: DJ DanceAlone and prodlauraceae
Frenchies, Capybaras, and Pitbulls
December 07, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 62 MBThis week Dr. Zonram Liao introduced the new world of vet medicine! He corrected common misconceptions, explained why treatments might be expensive, and shared cool new breakthroughs. Dr. Liao also shared struggles the field is facing and how you can help. Should you get pet insurance? Listen to find out! Music: DJ DanceAlone and prodlauracaea
Unpopular Opinions Holiday Episode
November 23, 2022 04:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBThis short episode will be great as a background for whatever you have going on this week! I asked my Instagram followers what they wanted me to cover in a brief episode while on break this week, and they overwhelmingly said unpopular mental health opinions. There is discussion of CBT, Brene Brown, and much more! Music by: DJ DanceAlone and prodlauracaea.
Biology, Diabetes, and YouTube
November 09, 2022 15:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MBDr. Vanessa, a science communicator, talks about the importance of educating the public about new research in ways that everyone can understand and find interesting. She also shares more specifically why biology is important for everyone to have a basic understanding in order to know what questions to ask their own doctors! Dr. Vanessa gives some powerful examples and makes a case for science communication as a separate field. Music: DJ DanceAlone and Prodlauraceae
Tuskegee, Milgram, and Moral Psychology
October 26, 2022 03:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MBThis is a solo episode where I discuss ethics in psychology, mental health, and medicine. I also review horrifying historical examples of experiments that reflect our collective values. I also make an argument against our approach to ethics and "CYA" focus rather than the philosophical discussions that formed this field to begin with. Think you know what really made the Tuskegee experiments memorable and what the Puerto Rico Pill Trials are? Check out this episode to really find out! Music: ...
Serotonin, Gut Health, and St. John's Wort
October 12, 2022 12:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MBDr. Nicole Lippman-Barile, a clinical psychologist, shares all about her unique expertise in the intersection between gut health and mental health. She breaks down helpful and interesting research about what we know and don't know, and even what herbs might play a role! She helps us critically think about these studies to apply them to real life. We also share how we've both been duped recently by this research! Music: DJ DanceAlone and Prodlauraceae
Serotonin, Gut Health, and St. John's Wart
October 12, 2022 12:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MBDr. Nicole Lippman-Barile, a clinical psychologist, shares all about her unique expertise in the intersection between gut health and mental health. She breaks down helpful and interesting research about what we know and don't know, and even what herbs might play a role! She helps us critically think about these studies to apply them to real life. We also share how we've both been duped recently by this research! Music: DJ DanceAlone and Prodlauraceae
Call to Action: Medical Residency
September 27, 2022 21:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBDr. Laura Vater, a physician, shed light on the horrific working conditions that medical residents sometimes face from multiple sources. She also discusses examples of working conditions and consequences, including ones that affect all of us as potential patients and society as a whole. Dr. Vater also shares resources and ways for everyone to advocate. For Suicide Prevention Month, it's important to honor the mental health of residents. Music: DJ DanceAlone and Prodlauraceae
Alzheimer's, ALS, and Conversion Disorder/FNS
September 14, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour - 61.1 MBDr. Michael Kentris, a neurologist, corrects misconceptions and shares updated research about many important illnesses, including dementia and ALS. He also shares fascinating insights into functional neurological disorder (formerly conversion disorder) and migraines. This episode is for the Sherlock Holmes fans out there! Music by: DJ DanceAlone and ProdLauraCeae.
Stalking, Mass Shootings, and Threat Assessment
August 31, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 44.9 MBThe first episode of the new season features Dr. Stephanie Leite, a forensic psychologist who specializes in threat assessments. She explains all about these specific assessments, shares new research, and corrects misconceptions surrounding targeted violence, such as mass shootings. This is an episode you won't want to miss! Music by: DJ DanceAlone and Lauraceae685.
Two Tori's and a Threesome REMIX
May 25, 2022 12:00 - 2 hours - 86.3 MBTo end this amazing season, I'm re-releasing the Two Tori's and a Threesome episode! We could also use some light-hearted and fun education right now, especially on this topic. Additionally, the Tori's have started their own institute (more to come on that)! Get ready for an upcoming season and updates on release! Music: Kevin MacLeod and DJ DanceAlone
Narcissists, The Media, and BPD
May 04, 2022 13:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBMany people are hearing some diagnoses for the first time because of the Johnny Depp and Amber Heard case. In this solo episode, I correct some misconceptions and confusion surrounding terms and provide historical context. In reality, many aspects in mental health overlap with many others. Learn more in this episode! Music by: DJ DanceAlone and Kevin MacLeod
Narcissists, The Media, and BPD
May 04, 2022 13:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBMany people are hearing some diagnoses for the first time because of the Johnny Depp and Amber Heard case. In this solo episode, I correct some misconceptions and confusion surrounding terms and provide historical context. In reality, many aspects in mental health overlap with many others. Learn more in this episode! Music by: DJ DanceAlone and Kevin MacLeod
Trans Youth, Orthorexia, and Chronic Illness
April 20, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBDr. Jessica Rabon is a clinical psychologist working in an adolescent medicine hospital. She busted myths regarding teens who are trans, teens with eating disorders, and teens with chronic illness. This is a great episode to highlight the complexities of mental health! We also got some good laughs in! Music by: DJ DanceAlone and Kevin MacLeod
Influencers, Marketing, and Psychology
April 06, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBDr. Annie met with me again to share important marketing strategies that various health/wellness influencers utilize on social media to encourage people to purchase their products. This has become particularly sticky for therapists trying to market services, as ethics and marketing might conflict which can lead to experts spreading misinformation and/or fear mongering. Everyone can benefit from this episode! Music: DJ DanceAlone and Kevin MacLeod
Anti-Psychiatry, ECT, "Homosexuality"
March 24, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour - 52 MBThis is the first solo episode of the season! I was inspired to devote an episode on the complexities of psychiatry, including the dark history and current supports. As usual, social media flames black-and-white thinking. Wherever you sit on these arguments, you're bound to learn something this episode! Music: DJ DanceAlone and Kevin MacLeod
Anti-Psychiatry, ECT, "Homosexuality"
March 24, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour - 52 MBThis is the first solo episode of the season! I was inspired to devote an episode on the complexities of psychiatry, including the dark history and current supports. As usual, social media flames black-and-white thinking. Wherever you sit on these arguments, you're bound to learn something this episode! Music: DJ DanceAlone and Kevin MacLeod
NCIS, Autopsies, and Medical Examiners
March 09, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBHave you ever wondered what the day-to-day looks like in the life of a medical examiner? What would Abby from NCIS do in real life? Also, what is forensic pathology? How do people determine cause of death during COVID-19? I interviewed Julia, a current student hoping to follow in these career steps. She answered all morbid, random, and fascinating questions about her current job as an autopsy technician. Listen here for all the questions you might be too embarrassed to ask in public!
"Tinder Swindler", Psychopaths, and Pedophiles
February 23, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 60.8 MBDr. Lina Haji, a forensic psychologist, educates us on the field of forensic psychology and a variety of topics, including pedophilia/sexual offenses, psychopathy, reason of insanity evaluations, and much more! She also gives a detailed picture of all the different types of job available in forensic psychology for people interested in the field. Dr. Haji gives amazing real-life examples of different topics including "The Tindler Swindler" and Bernie Madoff. Be advised of sensitive and contro...
Epigenetics, Drug Use, and Social Isolation
February 09, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBPaige Lemen, a current PhD student, educated us about social determinants of health and health disparities, specifically related to substance/drug use and social isolation. We also peel back layers of onion of academia and discuss how scientists have failed to communicate recent findings in a compelling way with the public. Paige shared not only relevant research but captivating personal stories to drive her points. Music: Kevin MacLeod and DJ DanceAlone
Racial Trauma, Black Masculinity, and K.O.S.
January 26, 2022 15:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MBDr. Steven Kniffley, Jr. met with me to discuss his expertise in racial trauma and Black masculinity. What's the difference between PTSD and racial trauma? How does Black masculinity differ that masculinity we typically consider in the US? What behaviors have Black men inherited since slavery? What is knowledge of self, and how can we harness that to empower us in our daily lives? Learn all of these answers and more in the newest episode! Music: DJ DanceAlone and Kevin MacLeod
Keto, Food Deserts, and Intermittent Fasting
January 08, 2022 15:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MBThis episode I met with Kayla Proctor Hatch, a registered dietitian, to bust nutrition myths! What does the science say about the ketogenic diet and intermittent fasting? Listen to the episode to learn more! She also discuses the extensive education and training required to become a registered dietitian and explains differences between dietitians and nutritionists. What's the difference between kale and greens? Learn with me! Music: DJ DanceAlone and Kevin MacLeod
Pregnancy, Tantrums, and Gentle Parenting
December 29, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 49.3 MBDr. Jenicka Engler sat with me to talk all about perinatal/postpartum care, parenting, preventing tantrums, sleep training, ADHD/autism in children, and so much more! She provides a refreshing combination of lived experience as a mom and her knowledge as an expert in the field. Want to know what the research says about gentle parenting and corporal punishment? Listen to the episode to find out more! Music: DJ DanceAlone and Kevin MacLeod
COVID Workplace, Gig Economy, and the Future
December 15, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 48.1 MBI met with Dr. Linda Weidenstedt, a sociology researcher in Sweden who has been studying work, empowerment, and a sense of meaning. We discuss all these topics and the unique opportunities that have risen due to COVID-19 and the gig economy. She also compares the United States, Sweden, and other European countries and how they are currently approaching the work environment. Music by: Kevin MacLeod and DJ DanceAlone
Hypnosis, False Memories, and Dissociation
December 01, 2021 04:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MB"Look into my eyes"- A common phrase people think of when asked about hypnosis and maybe a picture of an old-school movie. Turns out, clinical hypnosis can be used in mental health therapy! Learn more about what it looks like, the research support, and what it can help in this episode, as Dr. Liz Slonena corrects misconceptions. Music: Dj DanceAlone and Kevin MacLeod
Lesbian Lizards and Man I Love Frogs (MILFs)
November 17, 2021 03:00 - 1 hour - 52.2 MBSeason 3 is back! I met with Dillon Jones, an evolutionary herpetologist and science communicator. We had a hilarious and educational discussion all about evolution, virgin births, lesbian lizards, frogs, humans, and elephants. We also started to reveal the ivory tower by talking about the astronomical costs of publishing in reputable science journals.
Mental Health, Shark Tank, and Football
October 06, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 68.7 MBWhat do Shark Tank, football, and our field have in common? Find out in the season 2 finale with Dr. Annie (@queenbehaviorchange), who gave a helpful and balanced view of the role of venture capital and ethics in the mental health field! Think you know venture capital/finances? Think you know the challenges in the mental health field? This is an episode for all! Music by: Kevin MacLeod and DJ DanceAlone
Schizophrenia, The Joker, and True Crime
September 22, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 47.5 MBDr. Christina Thai educates us all about more severe mental illness this episode! Let's face it: we're fascinated with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder and also might have a lot of misconceptions. We talk all about poor movie depictions, mass shootings/violence, and limitations in our field. She also talks about needed support and how various cultures view serious mental illness. Are people with SMI more likely to engage in violence? Find out in this episode! Music by: DJ DanceAlone and K...
Schizophrenia, The Joker, and True Crime
September 22, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 47.5 MBDr. Christina Thai educates us all about more severe mental illness this episode! Let's face it: we're fascinated with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder and also might have a lot of misconceptions. We talk all about poor movie depictions, mass shootings/violence, and limitations in our field. She also talks about needed support and how various cultures view serious mental illness. Are people with SMI more likely to engage in violence? Find out in this episode! Music by: DJ DanceAlone and K...
Narcissists, Dr. Phil, and Psychology Research: A Birthday Episode
September 08, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 63 MBWe made it to one year of the podcast! To celebrate, I switched up our usual routine and Christina Guarino interviewed me. We cover a wide variety of topics in this light-hearted episode, from my unpopular mental health opinions to the biggest push-pull relationship in psychology research. I also share funny stories from my career so far. We laughed the most in this episode, and I wanted to give back to my listeners by sharing more of myself! Music by: DJ DanceAlone and Kevin MacLeod
"It's Complicated"-ADHD, Probably
August 24, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 61.1 MBThis special episode is all about the wide range of topics falling under the complicated ADHD umbrella! Dr. LaCount is an expert in the field and shares both his research and clinical experience. Is "ADHD" an accurate name? What does our chemical research say about the role of dopamine? What are some sneaky ways ADHD appears in daily life? Find it out all here, with some amazing humor sprinkled throughout the episode. Music by: DJ DanceAlone and Kevin MacLeod
"It's Complicated"-ADHD, Probably
August 24, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 61.1 MBThis special episode is all about the wide range of topics falling under the complicated ADHD umbrella! Dr. LaCount is an expert in the field and shares both his research and clinical experience. Is "ADHD" an accurate name? What does our chemical research say about the role of dopamine? What are some sneaky ways ADHD appears in daily life? Find it out all here, with some amazing humor sprinkled throughout the episode. Music by: DJ DanceAlone and Kevin MacLeod
Trauma, Opossums, and Natalie Portman
August 11, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 53.6 MBPrecocious Patalie returns for a final episode, this time everything involving trauma! Although we've had her in previous episodes, trauma is truly her area of expertise and is underlying all the previous topics. She introduces trauma, complex trauma, and corrects information we've seen on social media. You might think this episode is particularly heavy, but this is one of our funniest episodes yet! We also learn a bit about animals, Natalie Portman, and Brazilian jiu jitsu. This episode is...
Trauma, Opossums, and Natalie Portman
August 11, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 53.6 MBPrecocious Patalie returns for a final episode, this time everything involving trauma! Although we've had her in previous episodes, trauma is truly her area of expertise and is underlying all the previous topics. She introduces trauma, complex trauma, and corrects information we've seen on social media. You might think this episode is particularly heavy, but this is one of our funniest episodes yet! We also learn a bit about animals, Natalie Portman, and Brazilian jiu jitsu. This episode is...
Cardigans, Paris Hilton, and Child Trafficking
July 27, 2021 02:00 - 1 hour - 44.3 MBPatalie Nortman returns this episode to discuss everything related to child trafficking, more specifically child sex trafficking. We zoomed out to provide a bigger scope of HOW and WHY this happens to so many children. Instead of focusing on the stats that anyone can Google, we discussed Patalie's clinical experiences working with kids who were being trafficked. Some of the hard truths are discussed, along with the Breaking Code Silence movement and warning signs for parents, teachers, and a...
Why Are You So Obsessed with Me?-Medicine, Probably
July 07, 2021 13:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBI did another solo episode! I wanted to address some concerns about the mental health field currently and big obstacles. I talk about our obsession with being the medical field, the power insurance companies have (more than you might think), and how we've lost the complexity that makes us humans. Why are we training technicians rather than true therapists? Find out in the episode! I also share an embarrassing story and a gift for viewers, so check it out! Music: Kevin MacLeod and DJ DanceAlone
Ms. Frizzle, Bob's Burgers, and Tiktok Science
June 22, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 46.3 MBStephanie Castillo, a PhD candidate, sat down with me to talk all about the emerging field of science communication! She explains why the field began emerging as a separate field from others types of science, how we can use social media to engage people into science again, and the realities of the science field betraying the trust of various communities. Stephanie also gives her own skills for engaging in conversation with people who might have rigidly held beliefs and how to discuss the nu...
Special Episode: Suicide and Suicide Prevention
June 09, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 50.2 MBShane Kuhlman, a psychologist who has been researching various topics related to suicide for years, sat down with me and provided amazing information for the general public and healthcare providers. He discussed what we know from the research, what we don't know, what groups are being neglected in research, red flags to look for, and how loved ones can support those experiencing suicidal thoughts. His humility is a reminder about why I started this podcast. This is a heavy and incredibly imp...
Soundtracks, Dementia, and Lizzo
May 24, 2021 19:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBWhat a cool episode! I learned alongside my guests when discussing music therapy with Alison Hughey, a board certified music therapist. She discussed the research support for music therapy for a wide variety of people, including people with dementia and babies in NICU units. We discuss the lack of awareness and knowledge of her field, even among other healthcare and mental healthcare providers! She answers a fun icebreaker question and also does a great job of distinguishing music being ther...
Humor, Dating, Mating, and Brooklyn Nine-Nine
May 12, 2021 15:00 - 53 minutes - 37 MBI met with a current doctoral student Chloe Lloyd studying evolutionary psychology, which basically means she looks at how our current behaviors are linked to evolution. We nerded out this episode! Have you wondered WHY things are funny? Why have people struggled with online dating? What is the most important characteristic of attractiveness for men and women? What do men and women look for in sexual partners versus romantic partners? Are humans meant to be monogamous or non-monogamous? She ...
Sports, Physical Therapy, and Problems of Other Sorts
April 28, 2021 15:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MBI met with Dr. David Meyer, a physical therapist who has an impressive history with athletes. He described his own journey of discovering missing components in physical therapy focusing on mindset and how he incorporates this practice with his clients currently. Dr. Meyer also identified the "neutering of academia" or the loss of passion experienced in grad school, along with the disconnect between theory in academia and real-world practice. Once he started working with athletes, he began to...
Teens, Screens, and the School Scene
March 16, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 55 MBI saved a fantastic guest for this season finale! Sarah Allen, a pediatric neuropsychologist, provided incredible information on kids. She took a different route with her degree and provides more holistic and comprehensive care for children and adolescents. Dr. Allen also goes into depth about the stressors kids face and the resulting difficulty understanding self-care in adulthood. She connected her own experiences with miscarriage and parenting to her approach and style working with parent...
Rocket Power, Co-Parenting, Flooding, and All Things Couples
March 02, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 53.9 MBJordan Hobbs Park, a licensed marriage and family therapy candidate, joined me for some helpful couples information and a ton of laughs. We discussed attachments, bad marriage advice, how to overcome feeling overwhelmed when in conflict, and various types of grief that may occur in couples. She also shared the importance of co-parenting and potentially seeking therapy to nurture that unique dynamic. Of course, we laughed for a good portion and called ourselves out as clients. Music: DJ Dance...