The Restful Record: A Relaxing History Podcast
Drift into a peaceful slumber with The Restful Record, the perfect blend of history, fascinating true stories, and calming narration designed to help you relax and unwind. Each episode takes you on a slow, soothing journey—exploring intriguing events, remarkable places, interesting true stories and little-known facts—all accompanied by gentle background music to ease your mind. Whether you’re looking to fall asleep, de-stress, or simply enjoy a moment of quiet curiosity, this podcast is your nightly escape into tranquility.
The Restful Record: A Relaxing History Podcast
The Restful Record S2 E2: Psychology
In this episode of The Restful Record: University 101, we explore the captivating world of psychology—the science of the mind and behavior. From Freud’s early theories of the unconscious to the rise of behaviorism and cognitive psychology, we trace how our understanding of human thought has evolved. We’ll revisit famous experiments like Asch’s conformity study, Milgram’s obedience test, and the Stanford Prison Experiment, uncovering what they reveal about human nature. Along the way, we’ll explore mental health, therapy, neuroscience, and the everyday applications of psychology in education, technology, and society. Settle in as we unravel what truly drives the human mind.
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