In Theory...

Nicole discusses her return from a (long, but needed) break. We start season 2 with an episode about one of the most toxic chemicals to ever be mass produced, Agent Orange. The devastating impacts of this herbicide are still felt today. Tune in to learn more!

Nicole and Patrick discuss the overview of what the cycle of violence is and why it is so important for everyone to understand red flags from a young age. The episode primarily focuses of the stages within an intimate relationship, but also touches on generational cycles of violence and how it relates to attachment theory. If you or someone you know may be experiencing an abusive relationship, please contact The National Domestic Violence Hotline at https://www.thehotline.org/ OR call...

Nicole reminisces on her experience visiting Arcosanti before even knowing what it was. Now, years later, she researches its purpose and considers its future. Would you ever visit this desert(ed) urban experiment?

Did you know the way you are cared for as an infant can influence the way you relate to others and the world around you? Nicole explains the basic principles of attachment theory, the 4 styles, what influences it, and whether or not it can change.

Nicole discusses her research on Antisocial Personality Disorder and the distinction with Psychopathy. Listen in for an overview on ASPD and try to visualize what this may look like in actuality.

Nicole discusses the theory and research of highly sensitive persons. Are you a highly sensitive person? Is someone you care about highly sensitive?

Nicole discusses a childhood disorder based around aggression, lack of empathy, and a disregard for rules. How is it diagnosed? What does treatment look like? And why is early intervention so important? This is part 1 of a series on Antisocial Personality Disorder and sociopathy.

Nicole discusses The Bystander Effect and Diffusion of Responsibility. This episode is for those who are interested in sociology, psychology, group think, and how it impacts our behaviors. This episode lays out some case studies and how the bystander effect takes place online, including in the case of David Dobrik and the recent controversy surrounding the Vlog Squad.

How can we be sure we don't live in a simulation? How do we know we really exist? Descartes was asking these questions back in the 1600's. Listen to Nicole map out some of the nuances of this thought.

Sean and Nicole discuss the Fermi Paradox, what alien life could look like, and a little bit of mental health and philosophy. What do you think alien life would look like?

Just before Valentine's day, Nicole discusses Sternberg's theory of Triangular Love. Every wondered why some relationships just don't work out? This may give some insight into that.

Nicole's first solo episode is all about the CIA mind control experiments that took place from the 1950's to the 1970's. This episode gives a brief introduction to what MK Ultra was and some of the victim testimony's.

Josh and Nicole continue discussing Special Education, what the job looks like, and how the education system lets teachers (and specifically Special Education teachers) down.

Josh and Nicole discuss what they know about Special Education, their experiences teaching, and their favorite moments as a teacher. Do you know what special education really looks like in the public school system? Part 1 of 2.

Amber and Nicole discuss all the nuances of Pesonal Identity. What makes you...you? Do we have souls or a "core" being? How do we define that if we do?

Amber and Nicole discuss how we each define personal identity. Does personal identity change over time or do we have a "core being" or soul? If we do have a soul, is it inherently good or bad?

Back in September 2020, Mary and Nicole discuss the implications of Stanley Milgram's Obedience Study. Many questions come up about police, working in retail, and online discourse. How much does obedience play into the decisions we make? ** During this episode there were some mic issues.

Nicole and Tyler discuss their answers to the age-old Trolley Problem. How would this apply to modern day? How do answers vary when the problem changes? Where do we see this in real life?