When East Meets West
East coast psychologist Peter Economou, Ph.D. and West coast psychologist Nikki Rubin, Psy.D. discuss the relationship between ancient Eastern spiritual practices and modern Western behavioral science with practical takeaways for everyone. Learn more at www.wheneastmeetswest.com
Podcasting since 2020 • 130 episodes
When East Meets West
Latest Episodes
REWIND Existentialism Meets Behaviorism: Finding Meaning in a Finite Life
From season 1, we being back the intersection of existentialism and behaviorism with our first guest, Dr. Robin Walser, discussing how these seemingly different approaches overlap in addressing life's fundamental questions about meaning and con...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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33:30
REWIND Sex, Connection, and the Human Experience
Dr. Pete and Dr. Nikki explore the complex relationship between sex and human connection, examining how sexual behavior can foster intimacy with others and oneself beyond simplistic cultural narratives.• Sex and intimacy are distinct co...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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22:00
REWIND Into Where East Meets West: Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin
Psychologists Dr. Pete Economou and Dr. Nikki Rubin re-introduce their podcast bridging Eastern mindfulness practices with Western behavioral science. They share their professional backgrounds, personal journeys with mindfulness, and mission to...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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24:23
S4E30 The Five-Year Evolution of a Friendship turned Podcast
Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin celebrate five years since their first podcast collaboration, reflecting on how their journey began during the pandemic and evolved into a successful partnership despite initial reluctance.• Pete convinced Nikki t...
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Season 4
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Episode 30
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14:08
