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Episode 20 - The Science of Breathing
16 september 2026 · 24 min
We often hear that breathing exercises can reduce stress, improve sleep, and even boost performance. But what does the science actually say? In this episode, dr. Roderik Gerritsen discusses the fascinating role of breathing in our daily lives, explains how breathing patterns are linked to stress and relaxation, and separates evidence-based findings from popular myths. Lees meer
If you want more information on this topic, you can contact Roderik Gerritsen via mail: r.j.s.gerritsen@fsw.leidenuniv.nl
Music credits: Yiğit Bozok
Episode host: Priya Ramcharan
The Leiden Psychology Podcast is a production of the Leiden University Institute of Psychology.
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Episode 19 - Ageism in the Age of AI
26 februari 2026 · 35 min
When we think of ageism, we often think of discrimination against older adults. However, ageism occurs across the entire lifespan; in the tech world, for example, being "old" can start as early as 35. In this episode, Dr. Ittay Mannheim joins us to discuss the intersection of ageism, digital technology, and AI. Lees meer
In this episode you’ll learn:
What ageism entails and how it manifests across the lifespan
How vacancy phrasing and job descriptions can already be biased
What mixed-methods research is and how it can be applied
The pitfalls and risks of using AI in job recruitment
How a hackathon can help address age bias and fairness in AI systems
If you want more information on this topic, you can contact Ittay Mannheim via e-mail at i.mannheim@fsw.leidenuniv.nl or visit anyage.ai to learn more about the research and project.
Music credits: Yiğit Bozok
Episode host: Priya Ramcharan
The Leiden Psychology Podcast is a production of the Leiden University Institute of Psychology. Follow everything Leiden Psychology has to offer: • Instagram: LeidenPsychology• LinkedIn: Institute of Psychology | Leiden University• Facebook: LeidenPsychology • X: @LeidenPsy • Send a voice message • Or get in touch with us via email: webteam.psy@fsw.leidenuniv.nl
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Episode 18 - Self-Love Beyond the Social Media Hype
15 september 2025 · 35 min
Bubble baths and face masks: that’s what we often see on social media when discussing self-love. However, is this a true reflection of what self-love and self-care entail? In this episode, psychotherapist Kelly Ziemer teaches us more about what true self-love and self-care are, and their importance. Lees meer
If you want to contact Kelly Ziemer, you can send her an email at k.l.ziemer@fsw.leidenuniv.nl.
Below are the resources Kelly mentioned during the episode:
Dr. Barbara Fredrickson and their work on love
Researcher studying adverse effects of meditation: Dr. Willoughby Britton and the Cheetah House
"The Unspoken Complexity of Self-Care" by artist Deanna Zandt
PERMA theory
An example of a Values worksheet
Hand on heart practice
Music credits: Yiğit Bozok
Episode host: Priya Ramcharan
The Leiden Psychology Podcast is a production of the Leiden University Institute of Psychology. Follow everything Leiden Psychology has to offer: • Instagram: LeidenPsychology• LinkedIn: Institute of Psychology | Leiden University• Facebook: LeidenPsychology • X: @LeidenPsy • Send a voice message • Or get in touch with us via email: webteam.psy@fsw.leidenuniv.nl
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Episode 17 - Starting the Conversation on Trauma and Suicidality || Joanne Mouthaan
28 januari 2025 · 29 min
What do you do if you suspect someone around you is struggling with suicidal thoughts but aren’t sure how to bring it up? And how can we support loved ones who’ve experienced trauma? In this episode, Dr. Joanne Mouthaan shares valuable insights on how to approach these topics and offer support.If you want to contact Joanne Mouthaan, you can send her an email at j.mouthaan@fsw.leidenuniv.nl. Lees meer
💡 Thinking about suicide or worried about someone? Talking about it helps. You can reach out anonymously via www.113.nl or call 113 or 0800-0113.
Music credits: Yiğit Bozok
Episode host: Priya Ramcharan
The Leiden Psychology Podcast is a production of the Leiden University Institute of Psychology. Follow everything Leiden Psychology has to offer: • Instagram: LeidenPsychology• LinkedIn: Institute of Psychology | Leiden University• Facebook: LeidenPsychology • X: @LeidenPsy • Send a voice message • Or get in touch with us via email: webteam.psy@fsw.leidenuniv.nl
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Episode 16 - The Power of Ketogenic Interventions || Eline Dekeyster
9 september 2024 · 29 min
Eating fewer carbs, moderate amounts of protein, and more fats — welcome to the ketogenic diet! While a ketogenic diet can have various effects on body and mind, did you know there are various types of ketogenic interventions? In this episode, Eline Dekeyster shares more about this topic.In this episode you’ll learn- What ketones are- The various types of ketogenic interventions- How ketogenic interventions might influence different mental conditions- Who should consider ketogenic interventions, and who should avoid themIf you want to contact Eline Dekeyster, you can visit the Lifestyle Brain Interaction website, reach out via LinkedIn or follow LBI on InstagramMusic credits: Yiğit BozokHosts: Keshya Valerie and Priya RamcharanThe Leiden Psychology Podcast is a production of the Leiden University Institute of Psychology. Follow everything Leiden Psychology has to offer: • Instagram: LeidenPsychology• LinkedIn: Institute of Psychology | Leiden University• Facebook: LeidenPsychology • X: @LeidenPsy • Send a voice message • Or get in touch with us via email: webteam.psy@fsw.leidenuniv.nl Lees meer
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Episode 15 - Understanding High Sensitivity || Véronique de Gucht
9 juli 2024 · 36 min
High sensitivity, or sensory processing sensitivity, is increasingly discussed in popular media, but what does it actually mean to be highly sensitive? In this episode, Véronique de Gucht, associate professor at Leiden University, shares her expertise on this topic.If you want to contact Véronique de Gucht, you can send her an email at degucht@fsw.leidenuniv.nl. If you want to assess your own sensory processing sensitivity, visit https://www.sps-q.com/Music credits: Yiğit BozokHost: Priya RamcharanThe Leiden Psychology Podcast is a production of the Leiden University Institute of Psychology. Follow everything Leiden Psychology has to offer: • Instagram: LeidenPsychology• LinkedIn: Institute of Psychology | Leiden University• Facebook: LeidenPsychology • Twitter: @LeidenPsy • Send a voice message • Or get in touch with us via email: webteam.psy@fsw.leidenuniv.nl Lees meer
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Episode 14 - Revealing the Mind with Psychedelic Experiences || Aidan Lyon
23 mei 2024 · 34 min
Imagine walking through a forest, when suddenly smell very familiar scent — it's the smell of a flower your grandmother used to grow in her graden! Instantly, memories flood back.. Sound familiar? There's a good chance you've had a psychedelic experience without even realising it! While psychedelics are often associated with drugs, these profound experiences can also be triggered by other means. In this episode, Aidan Lyon, a philosophical researcher specialising in Cognitive Psychology, delves deeper into this fascinating phenomenon. Lees meer
If you wish to contact Aidan Lyon, please visit his website and fill out the contact form. Additionally, if you're interested in reading his book, 'Psychedelic Experience: Revealing the Mind,' you can also find it available on his website.
Music credits: Yiğit Bozok
Hosts: Aziza Vanterpool and Priya Ramcharan
The Leiden Psychology Podcast is a production of the Leiden University Institute of Psychology.Follow everything Leiden Psychology has to offer:• Facebook: LeidenPsychology• Twitter: @LeidenPsy• Instagram: LeidenPsychology• LinkedIn: Institute of Psychology | Leiden University• Send a voice message• Or get in touch with us via email: webteam.psy@fsw.leidenuniv.nl
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Episode 13 - Becoming a Clinical Psychologist || Sepideh Saadat
8 februari 2024 · 27 min
English spoken - In this episode of the Leiden Psychology Podcast we have the pleasure of welcoming Sepideh Saadat, a lecturer at Leiden University and a practicing clinical psychologist, as our guest on this episode. Join us as she guides us through the journey of pursuing a career in clinical psychology. Lees meer
If you want to contact Sepideh Saadat, please get in touch via LinkedIn or Sepideh's University email.
Music credits: Yiğit Bozok
Hosts: Aziza Vanterpool and Priya Ramcharan
The Leiden Psychology Podcast is a production of the Leiden University Institute of Psychology.Follow everything Leiden Psychology has to offer:• Facebook: LeidenPsychology• Twitter: @LeidenPsy• Instagram: LeidenPsychology• LinkedIn: Institute of Psychology | Leiden University• Send a voice message• Or get in touch with us via email: webteam.psy@fsw.leidenuniv.nl
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Episode 12 - Get to Know the New Hosts!
31 oktober 2023 · 5 min
English spoken – In this episode of the Leiden Psychology Podcast we are excited to introduce our new hosts! Get to know them better with a Q&A session, where they share insights, interests, and what led them to dive into the world of psychology. Lees meer
If you want to contact Aziza or Priya, please get in touch via LinkedIn and Instagram for Aziza and LinkedIn for Priya.
Music credits: Yiğit Bozok
The Leiden Psychology Podcast is a production of the Leiden University Institute of Psychology.
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• Or get in touch with us via email: webteam.psy@fsw.leidenuniv.nl
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Season 2 - Trailer
31 oktober 2023 · 1 min
Welcome back to the Leiden Psychology Podcast! In this second season we continue to take you along into the world of psychology. We are excited for the episodes to come, stay tuned! Lees meer
Music credits: Yiğit Bozok
The Leiden Psychology Podcast is a production of the Leiden University Institute of Psychology.
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Twitter: @LeidenPsy
Instagram: LeidenPsychology
LinkedIn: Institute of Psychology | Leiden University
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Or get in touch with us via email: webteam.psy@fsw.leidenuniv.nl
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Episode 11 - The Art of Presenting || Fieke Harinck
26 juli 2023 · 34 min
English spoken - In this episode of the Leiden Psychology Podcast we talk with organisational psychologist Fieke Harinck. Fieke is an expert on negotiation, communication skills and improvisation and co-author of the book ‘The Art of Presenting’. She shares invaluable insights and advice on how to deliver impactful presentations that captivate your audience. Lees meer
If you want to contact Fieke, please get in touch via Instagram: FiekeTekent
Music credits: Yiğit Bozok
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Episode 10 - Starting a Career in Psychology || Sophia Dittmar
1 maart 2023 · 29 min
English spoken - In this episode of the Leiden Psychology Podcast we talk with Sophia Dittmar about starting a career in psychology. Sophia is currently studying the Economic and Consumer Psychology master's at Leiden University. We talk about what she learned from her internship, why she switched masters, and how to get the most out of any internship. Lastly, Sophia shares how she sees her future career in Psychology. Lees meer
If you want to contact Sophia, please get in touch via Instagram: Sophia Dittmar
Are you considering changing your master's? Please contact your study adviser, students at Leiden University can find their study adviser here: Study advisers
Music credits: Yiğit Bozok
The Leiden Psychology Podcast is a production of the Leiden University Institute of Psychology.
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Episode 9 - A Changing View on Psychedelics || Michiel van Elk
16 december 2022 · 40 min
English spoken - In this episode of the Leiden Psychology Podcast we talk with neuroscientist Michiel van Elk about his research into psychedelic drugs. We talk about the importance of empirical research to determine the effects of psychedelics, the possible applications of psychedelics and the challenges that come with this. Also, we discuss how he has become more critical about psychedelic research and how this view has changed since writing his book "A sober view on psychedelics" (written in Dutch: een nuchtere kijk op psychedelica). Lastly, Michiel shares how he sees the future of psychedelics. Lees meer
For more information about Michiel's research, visit the website www.prsmlab.com
• Universiteit Leiden: Michiel van Elk
• Michiel's book: Een nuchtere kijk op psychedelica
Music credits: Yiğit Bozok
The Leiden Psychology Podcast is a production of the Leiden University Institute of Psychology.
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Episode 8 - A Life with Bipolar Disorder || Justin
29 september 2022 · 37 min
English spoken - In this episode of the Leiden Psychology Podcast we talk with Justin, who was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder type 1 over 14 years ago. Justin is very candid and talks about his first manic episode at the age of 28, and how he learned to live a stable life. Justin is doing well, and he owes this in particular to his own perseverance. What do you experience during a manic episode? How is it possible that Justin has been off medication for almost seven years and is still stable? What is it like to live with Bipolar Disorder type 1? Listen and discover the world of Leiden Psychology! Lees meer
Music credits: Yiğit Bozok
The Leiden Psychology Podcast is a production of the Leiden University Institute of Psychology.
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Episode 7 - Training Parents of Anxiety Prone Toddlers || Leonie Vreeke & Nina Komrij
21 juli 2022 · 28 min
English spoken - In this episode of the Leiden Psychology Podcast we talk with Leonie Vreeke and Nina Komrij, about the Cool Little Kids research project on training parents of anxiety prone toddlers. We talk about the importance of recognising anxiety proneness and talk about protective parenting: what is helpful and what is not? Lees meer
For more information about the Cool Little Kids research project by Leonie and Nina, visit the website www.universiteitleiden.nl/cool-little-kids
• Universiteit Leiden: Leonie Vreeke & Nina Komrij
• More information: for parents
• More information: for professionals
Music credits: Yiğit Bozok
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Episode 6 - Animals Have Emotions || Mariska Kret
1 april 2022 · 33 min
English spoken - In this episode of the Leiden Psychology Podcast we talk with Mariska Kret, about her research on emotion expression and emotion recognition in humans and primates. We delve into the motivation behind her research, and why everyone should be more aware of the important role emotions play in behaviour. Lees meer
For more information about the research by Mariska, visit her website www.mariskakret.com.
• Universiteit Leiden: Mariska Kret
• Twitter: Mariska Kret
• Book: Tussen glimlach en grimas
Music credits: Yiğit Bozok
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Episode 5 - Prosocial Behaviour & Social Exclusion in Children || Mara van der Meulen
1 februari 2022 · 32 min
English spoken - In this episode of the Leiden Psychology Podcast we talk with Mara van der Meulen, about her research on prosocial behaviour & social exclusion in children. Lees meer
For more information about the research by Mara,
• Twin-study: Samen Uniek
• Universiteit Leiden: Mara van der Meulen
• Twitter: MaravdMeulen
Music credits: Yiğit Bozok
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Episode 4 - Treatment of Social Anxiety Disorder in Adolescents || Sara Jakobsson Månsson & Dayenne Meijer
30 november 2021 · 42 min
English spoken - In this episode of the Leiden Psychology Podcast we talk with Sara Jakobsson Månsson and Dayenne Meijer, about social anxiety disorder and Sara's PhD research on the effectiveness of treatments for adolescents with social anxiety disorder. For more information about the research by Sara and her colleagues on anxiety and stress in youth, see: www.kasleiden.nl Lees meer
Music credits: Yiğit Bozok
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Episode 3 - Zelfbeeld en Studiekeuze || Laura van der Aar
7 juli 2021 · 36 min
Dutch spoken - In this episode of the Leiden Psychology Podcast we talk with Laura van der Aar. She tells us about the role of self-concept in making decisions for future education and the importance of attention for self-concept development. Lees meer
• Universiteit Leiden: Laura van der Aar
• References: Dear future me: behavioral and neural mechanisms underlying self-concept development in relation to educational decision-making in adolescence
Music credits: Yiğit Bozok
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Episode 2 - Fear and Decision Making || Lotte van Dillen
6 april 2021 · 37 min
English spoken - In this second episode of the Leiden Psychology Podcast we talk with Lotte van Dillen. We talk about the influence of fear in decision making and what research tells us about changing people's behaviour. Lees meer
• Universiteit Leiden: Lotte van Dillen
• References:
- Moralization of Covid-19 health response: Asymmetry in tolerance for human costs
- Tobacco Quit Intentions and Behaviors among Cigar Smokers in the United States in Response to COVID-19
- Why Do Japanese People Use Masks Against COVID-19, Even Though Masks Are Unlikely to Offer Protection From Infection?
Music credits: Yiğit Bozok
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Episode 1 - SPS-NIP Stedelijk Bestuur Leiden || Laura & Nine
2 maart 2021 · 26 min
Dutch spoken - In this first episode of the Leiden Psychology Podcast we talk with the board of SPS-NIP Stedelijk Bestuur Leiden. They tell us about what it is like to be a board-member, how SPS-NIP helps students prepare for their career and their own plans for the future. If you do not speak Dutch, don't worry! There will be plenty of episodes to come, spoken in English. Lees meer
For more information:
• Facebook: SPS-NIP Stedelijk Bestuur Leiden
Music credits: Yiğit Bozok
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Trailer
1 januari 2021 · 1 min
Discover the world of Leiden Psychology with the Leiden Psychology Podcast. In this trailer of the podcast of the Leiden University Institute of Psychology you'll meet the members of the team. We are very excited for the episodes to come, stay tuned! Lees meer
Music credits: Yiğit Bozok
The Leiden Psychology Podcast is a production of the Leiden University Institute of Psychology.