This podcast aims to provide discussions on topics relating to the field of Psychology. Guests on the show will discuss areas of their expertise to provide further insights into the human mind and behaviour.
10. Dr Faye Horsley: The Role of a Forensic Psychologist
Dr Faye Horsley is a HCPC Registered Forensic Psychologist and Assistant Professor of Psychology at Northumbria University. On this episode, Faye provides some insights on what Forensic Psychologists do in their profession. Please go to the following link to find further details on Dr Faye Horsley's applied experience and programme of research in the field of Forensic Psychology.
https://www.northumbria.ac.uk/about-us/our-staff/h/faye-horsley/
11 Feb 2025
9. Dr Ann-Katrin Kraeuter: The Ketogenic Diet
On this episode, Dr Ann-Katrin Kraeuter talks through some of the history of the ketogenic diet. Anni also discusses some of her research that has assessed how the ketogenic diet can impact various aspects of health and well-being.
You can find out details of Dr Ann-Katrin Kraeuter's published work via the following link:
https://www.northumbria.ac.uk/about-us/our-staff/k/ann-katrin-kraeuter/
14 Oct 2024
8. Sarah Kyle and Professor Andria Jones: Understanding the Causes of Stress in Farming
On this episode, Sarah Kyle and Professor Andria Jones talk through their collaborative research where they have developed a model called the Interconnected Farm Stress Pyramid. Sarah and Andria discuss their model to illustrate the work related factors that can cause farmers to experience stress levels that may have negative consequences on various aspects of their well-being and the necessity to implement strategies that aim to help ameliorate stressors in farming industries. This episode will be of interest to anyone who is interested to learn and understand more about how occupational factors can impact stress levels and well-being.
You can find further information on Sarah Kyle and Professor Andria's Jones programmes of research via the following links:
Sarah Kyle: www.sarahkyle.info/about
Professor Andria Jones: https://ovc.uoguelph.ca/population-medicine/faculty/andria-jones/
30 Sept 2024
7. Yelena Bullock: How to Navigate the First Year of a Psychology Degree.
On this episode, Yelena Bullock provides insights and guidance on how to successfully transition into Higher Education and complete the first year of a Psychology degree. Yelena also discusses her reasons for engaging in a career change and how her experiences of studying at degree level so far have informed her pursuit of an occupation within the discipline of Psychology.
30 Apr 2024
6. Rachael Smith: Succeeding with Dyscalculia
Rachael Smith is a qualified English teacher who has
previously studied English Literature at degree level at Durham University. On this week’s episode, Rachael talks through her experience of being diagnosed with dyscalculia during her time of studying Psychology at MSc Level. Rachael also reflects on some of her challenges when working with numbers throughout school before going onto study Mathematics at A-Level and provides her insights on engaging with diagnostic assessments for dyscalculia.
15 Apr 2024
5. Dr Julius Jooste - Pathways to Sports Psychology
On this episode, Dr Julius Jooste describes the experiences that led him to become a qualified Sports Psychologist and the applied work that he does in facilitating athlete performance and well-being. Julius also provides an overview of the various pathways that can lead to a career in Sports Psychology and the research that he has conducted in the area of athlete well-being.
Dr Julius Jooste’s webpage: https://www.northumbria.ac.uk/about-us/our-staff/j/julius-jooste/ (https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.northumbria.ac.uk%2Fabout-us%2Four-staff%2Fj%2Fjulius-jooste%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cz.yaseen%40northumbria.ac.uk%7C10751ffa1f894e34c01708dc5caee39c%7Ce757cfdd1f354457af8f7c9c6b1437e3%7C0%7C0%7C638487153404454816%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=VAMWzocZ7YaHENFPrxNzlzos2mnFITWoDEUP0cU%2Fdvo%3D&reserved=0)
11 Mar 2024
4. Dr Jeanne Bovet - Unpacking the Beauty Premium
On this episode, Dr Jeanne Bovet provides an overview of the Beauty Premium effect and how physical appearance could influence first impressions and the way in which people interact with others. Jeanne also explains how the construct of beauty is not unidimensional and that multiple factors, beyond physical appearance, could influence what people find attractive. Jeanne also provides some insights on possible future directions of research to assess if there really is a beauty premium.
26 Feb 2024
3. Dr Mark Moss: From Student to Head of a University Psychology Department
On this episode, Dr Mark Moss (Head of the Psychology Department at Northumbria University, Newcastle Upon Tyne) reflects on his early career of working in industry in the discipline of Chemistry and what inspired him to engage in a career change to retrain to become a Psychologist. Mark also provides an overview of how the Psychology department at Northumbria University has developed over the years while providing insights into his philosophy on research and teaching practices in Higher Education.
21 Feb 2024
2. Sandra Gawel on Research Participation in Psychology
On this episode, Sandra Gawel (Research Participation Lead & PhD Researcher) provides guidance for students on how to obtain opportunities to join departmental research teams in the Psychology department at Northumbria University. Sandra also provides an overview on how to get involved in the Volunteer Research Assistant Scheme at Northumbria University and some of the key benefits of being part of a research team alongside undergraduate & postgraduate studies.
21 Feb 2024
Dr Andrew McNeill: A Trip Down Memory Lane with Dr Andrew McNeill on his 10 Years at Northumbria University
On this episode, Dr Andrew McNeill reflects on his 10 years of being part of the Psychology department at Northumbria University.
We discuss Andrew’s research that has focused on victimhood, how people express their views on social media and the application of health monitoring systems.
Andrew also reflects on his progression from studying Psychology at Undergraduate level, obtaining a lectureship at Northumbria University and securing a position as a Lecturer in Psychology & Qualitative Research Methods at Queens University Belfast.
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