Best Jessica Payne Podcasts (2024)

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Reducing the risks of brain injury, with Kim Gorgens, PhD 43:35

36m ago43:35

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Every year, there are more than 2.8 million traumatic brain injuries in the U.S. The risks of brain injury among youth athletes, pro football players and military veterans have all made headlines in recent years. But other populations are at increased risk as well – including people in the criminal justice system and domestic violence survivors. Co…

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The psychology behind our political divide, with Keith Payne, PhD 30:50

6d ago30:50

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The U.S. feels more polarized than ever, and with election day around the corner, many of us are feeling the strain of political divisions among our friends, family members and loved ones. Keith Payne, PhD, author of “Good Reasonable People: The Psychology Behind America’s Dangerous Divide,” discusses the psychology that underlies how most people t…

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The Secret to Gripping Stories: How (and Why) to Weaving Personal and Professional Tension with Michelle Chouinard 21:29

7d ago21:29

21:29

Send me a Text Message! Learn more about the Thriller 101 Community Connect with Michelle Chouinard Listen to Liz Alterman's interview Tweet me @DavidRGwynBy David

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163: Yvette Vexta – Art & Truth 1:13:13

11d ago1:13:13

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In Today’s episode, we are thrilled to welcome Yvette Vexta… Better known by her nom de plume “Vexta,” Yvette Vexta is an autodidactic multidisciplinary artist from Sydney, Australia now based in New York City. Her career started in Melbourne in the mid 2000s, as one of the first female street artists of the Street Art and Graffiti Movement. Her ar…

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Supporting mental health for youth of color, with Alfiee Breland-Noble, PhD 29:43

13d ago29:43

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Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble, a psychologist who has spent decades working to advance the mental health of youth of color, was selected as one of 12 global leaders to receive a $20 million grant-making fund from philanthropist Melinda French Gates. Dr. Alfiee discusses the state of youth mental health, particularly for intersectional youth of color, th…

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5 Techniques to Craft Unforgettable Antagonists in Your Thriller 12:16

20d ago12:16

12:16

Send me a Text Message! Thriller 101 Community Founding Member Waitlist Thriller 101 Community Episode Antagonist Checklist JM Donellan Episode Tweet me @DavidRGwynBy David

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Harnessing the healing power of music, with Renée Fleming and Aniruddh Patel, PhD 39:00

20d ago39:00

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Today, music therapies are being used to help treat mental and physical health conditions as diverse as chronic pain, Parkinson's disease and stroke. Renowned soprano Renée Fleming, editor of a new book on music, the arts and health, joins music cognition researcher Aniruddh Patel, PhD, to talk about the connections between music, mind and body, wh…

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162: Shaul Schwarz & Christina Clusiau – FLY 1:29:35

25d ago1:29:35

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In Today’s episode, we are thrilled to welcome Shaul Schwarz & Christina Clusiau… Shaul Schwarz and Christina Clusiau are award-winning documentary filmmakers, cinematographers and photojournalists based in Brooklyn, New York. They co-founded the production company Reel Peak Films, specializing in documentary films and series that prioritize cinema…

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You Want In? Now's Your Chance! 4:04

26d ago4:04

4:04

Send me a Text Message! Click here for more information about the Thriller 101 Community Tweet me @DavidRGwynBy David

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Road rage, traffic jams and why driving stresses us out, with Dwight Hennessy, PhD 39:57

27d ago39:57

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Is your commute the most stressful part of your day? Traffic psychologist Dwight Hennessy, PhD, talks about what’s going on when we get behind the wheel -- including what causes “road rage,” why some people find driving more stressful than others and how our personality affects our driving, what’s going on with the “zipper merge,” and how driving m…

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How to handle health anxiety, with Karen Lynn Cassiday, PhD 40:46

1M ago40:46

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For those with health anxiety, worrying about sickness can be a constant struggle that can harm their mental health, relationships and even physical health. Karen Lynn Cassiday, PhD, author of the book “Freedom from Health Anxiety,” talks about how to recognize health anxiety (once known as hypochondria), why the internet and “Dr. Google” can make …

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161: Dean Ricci – Personal evolution through life 1:33:36

1M ago1:33:36

1:33:36

In Today’s episode, we are thrilled to welcome longtime friend and fellow podcaster, Dean Ricci… A.K.A “The Fuckin’ Pilot,” host of “The Lunatic Fringe Podcast” has worked at everything from professional stripping to skydive instruction and now as a longtime pilot and published author. After 27 years in the sport of skydiving and more than 9 years …

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Job therapy and toxic coworkers, with Tessa West, PhD 35:49

1M ago35:49

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Are you and your job just not clicking anymore? New York University psychology professor Tessa West, PhD, author of “Job Therapy: Finding Work that Works for You,” talks about the most common sources of job dissastisfaction, how you can figure out why you’re unhappy at work and find a job that’s a better fit, how to handle -- or avoid -- toxic cowo…

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The Art of Dual POV & Crafting Psychological Thrillers with Liz Alterman 19:42

2M ago19:42

19:42

Send me a Text Message! Thriller 101 Newsletter Last week's episode with Kathy Reichs Learn more about Liz Alterman Listen to the last conversation I had with Liz Eloise Corvo: How to Navigate a Book Contract Ever wondered how to master the intricate art of crafting multi-perspective thrillers? You're in for a treat with our latest episode of Thril…

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Encore - How to have great conversations, with Charles Duhigg and Michael Yeomans, PhD 50:17

2M ago50:17

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Conversational chemistry might seem intangible, but psychologists are beginning figure out what makes some conversations work while others fall apart. Charles Duhigg, author of the upcoming book Supercommunicators and conversation researcher Michael Yeomans, PhD, talk about how anyone can learn to communicate better, the best way to build rapport w…

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160: Autumn Payne – Ethical Narrative 1:00:58

2M ago1:00:58

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In Today’s episode, we are thrilled to welcome Autumn Payne… She is the Founder of Ethical Narrative, where storytelling becomes a force for positive change. Since 2021, Ethical Narrative has achieved remarkable results, raising millions of dollars for nonprofits and amplifying their social reach. Deeply invested in client success, Ethical Narrativ…

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Thriller Writing Advice from Kathy Reichs Who's Books Inspired 12 Seasons of an Award Winning Television Show 13:52

2M ago13:52

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Send me a Text Message! Thriller 101 Newsletter Learn more about Kathy Reichs 3 Story Elements You Need in Your Opening Paragraphs EPISODE INFO: How about some writing advice from an author who’s books inspired twelve seasons of an award winning television show? You know the show Bones? It’s is a drama series created for Fox and ran from 2005 to 20…

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Encore - Why you should take a vacation—and how to get the most out of it, with Jessica de Bloom, PhD, and Sarah Pressman, PhD 38:44

2M ago38:44

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Whether your idea of the perfect vacation involves the beach, exploring a city, or just relaxing at home, you probably look forward to your time off all year. Sarah Pressman, PhD, of the University of California Irvine, and Jessica de Bloom, PhD, of Groningen University in the Netherlands, talk about why taking a break from work is important for ph…

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3 Keys to Nailing the Opening of Your Novel 16:05

2M ago16:05

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Send me a Text Message! Thriller 101 Newsletter Check out the Thriller Opening Data Tracker HERE Tweet me @DavidRGwynBy David

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Encore - What is it like to be face blind? With Joe DeGutis, PhD, and Sadie Dingfelder 43:17

2M ago43:17

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After a lifetime of thinking that she was just a little bit bad at remembering people, Sadie Dingfelder learned that she had prosopagnosia, a disorder more colloquially known as face blindness. Harvard psychologist Joe DeGutis, PhD, who runs the research study that Dingfelder participated in, joins her to discuss how people with face blindness see …

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159: Steven Kotler – Flow State & Peak Performance 1:27:05

2M ago1:27:05

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In Today’s episode, we are thrilled to welcome Steven Kotler… Steven is a New York Times bestselling author, an award-winning journalist, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is one of the world’s leading experts on human performance. Steven is the author of eleven bestsellers (out of fourteen books), including The Art of …

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Publishing Industry: Hot Take or Conspiracy Theory? 10:15

2M ago10:15

10:15

Send me a Text Message! Click here for more information about the pitching system that guarantees full requests or your money back. Tweet me @DavidRGwynBy David

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Inside the mind of an octopus, with Jennifer Mather, PhD 36:08

2M ago36:08

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Octopuses haven’t shared a common ancestor with humans in at least 600 million years. But somehow, separately, these invertebrates evolved remarkable problem-solving abilities, curiosity and intelligence. Octopus researcher Jennifer Mather, PhD, talks about what we know about octopus behavior and cognition, how they evolved to be so smart, how the …

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35. Fern Madden: Revealing Radiance 1:13:11

3M ago1:13:11

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Makeup artist Fern Madden encourages us to find our signature look that allows our natural beauty to shine through. Follow: https://www.fernmaddenmakeup.com/ IG: @fernmaddenmakeup Represented by Jk Artists Los Angeles Work with Jessica: On-Camera Coaching Create on-camera confidence by learning techniques from Hollywood Acting Coach Jessica Payne. …

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Bring Your Characters to Life Through Voice with Author Lisa Kusel 24:08

3M ago24:08

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Send me a Text Message! Thriller 101 Newsletter Learn more about Lisa Kusel Jessica Payne Episode Heather Levy Episode Lisa Unger Episode EPISODE INFO: Ever wondered how authors create those unforgettable characters that seem to linger in your mind after the last page? You know, those characters that feel like they’re living and breathing? Well, to…

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Why psychological safety matters in a changing workplace, with Dennis Stolle, PhD 29:23

3M ago29:23

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APA’s 2024 Work in America survey found that younger workers are more likely than older workers to feel stressed, lonely and undervalued at work. Dennis Stolle, PhD, senior director of APA’s office of applied psychology, talks about why that might be and how employers can create workplaces where all ages can thrive; as well as other key findings fr…

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100th Episode with Major News and Updates 4:40

3M ago4:40

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Send me a Text Message! Thriller 101 Newsletter Tweet me @DavidRGwynBy David

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158: Shreya Mehta – Art & Spirituality 1:07:59

3M ago1:07:59

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Shreya Mehta is an award-winning fine artist who explores, in her vibrant and varied works, the social issues of identity, gender, power, and spirituality. Her art has been exhibited across the globe, from the Indian Consulate in New York to the private collection of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In fact, Mehta secured her place at the Royal Academ…

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34. Tehran: The Trojan Philosopher 59:38

3M ago59:38

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Comedian Tehran and I dig into "freedom of speech, pushing thoughs, pushing the envelope, broadening horizons to absurdity and bringing everyone together." Follow: @iamtehran https://www.iamtehran.com/ IMDB Work with Jessica: On-Camera Coaching Create on-camera and in-person confidence by learning techniques from Hollywood Acting Coach Jessica Payn…

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Edit Your Novel with Author Jessica Payne 25:20

3M ago25:20

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Send me a Text Message! Thriller 101 Newsletter Learn more about Jessica Payne Previous episode with Jessica Payne Jennifer Chevais Episode EPISODE INFO: You’re going to get insights into exactly how Jessica writes her books now that she’s a seasoned author. And then you’ll hear why she says you should, under no circumstances, copy her process. We’…

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The future of brain-computer interfaces, with Nicholas Hatsopoulos, PhD 27:05

3M ago27:05

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A few decades ago, the idea of being able to interact directly with a computer using only your thoughts would have sounded like science fiction. But today researchers and companies are testing brain-computer interfaces that allow patients to move a computer cursor or control a prosthetic limb directly with their thoughts. Nicholas Hatsopoulos, PhD,…

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33. Amy Kersten: Controlling the Edit 49:59

3M ago49:59

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Filmmaker Amy Kersten and I discuss the importance of learning the skills to take your project from concept to the finish line. Follow: IG @AmyKersten Film IG: @AWomanAbroadFilm Work with Jessica: On-Camera Coaching Create on-camera and in-person confidence by learning techniques from Hollywood Acting Coach Jessica Payne. Learn more here. Creator's…

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How to use psychology to write a best seller, with Jennifer Lynn Barnes, PhD 49:41

3M ago49:41

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From getting lost in a novel to binge-watching a favorite TV show, we humans spend a lot of time in fictional worlds. Jennifer Lynn Barnes, PhD, a psychologist and novelist, talks about why we’re drawn to fictional worlds; the psychology of fandom and fan fiction; and how insights from psychology helped her write her best-selling series “The Inheri…

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157: Court Wing – REMAP Therapeutics 1:38:56

3M ago1:38:56

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A former chronic pain sufferer, Court Wing is the founder and CEO of REMAP Therapeutics and a co-founder of the Psychedelics & Pain Association. REMAP Therapeutics is devoted to the development of formal psychedelic rehabilitation sessions and cohesive best practices for many treatment-resistant chronic pain conditions. Court is an accomplished per…

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32. John Mason: Olympic Level Presence 56:21

3M ago56:21

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Olympics Swimming Host John Mason and I talk about the art of hosting and how to be present when the stakes are high. Follow: IG: @officialjohnmason John's IMDB Work with Jessica: On-Camera Coaching Create on-camera and in-person confidence by learning techniques from Hollywood Acting Coach Jessica Payne. Learn more here. Creator's Challenge: Self-…

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How noise pollution harms our health, with Arline Bronzaft, PhD 38:03

3M ago38:03

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From roaring leaf blowers to screeching trains, the world is full of unwelcome noise – and researchers have found that noisy environments can take a real toll on people’s mental and physical health. Arline Bronzaft, PhD, talks about how noise affects health and well-being, how it can harm kids’ learning, why it’s not just a problem in big cities, a…

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