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Shrink Space
Rob Patterson, Ph.D. David Colarossi, Ph.D.
Frequency: 1 episode/9d. Total Eps: 41

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Shrink Space Ep. 1 | Let's talk about power, and why people won't give it up
jeudi 5 septembre 2024 • Duration 43:26
Today, Rob and Dave talk about power, and why some people just can't let go. From athletes who refuse to retire, to politicians who refuse to step down, to your grandma who needs to turn in those car keys, we all see examples of power in our lives and people who don't want to give it up. Rob and Dave take a deep dive to cover all of this and more. If you want to see more of Shrink Space, be sure to like this video and subscribe to this channel!
Shrink Space Ep. 2 | Are soul mates real?
mardi 10 septembre 2024 • Duration 49:23
On this weeks episode of Shrink Space, Rob and Dave dive into an age old debate: are soul mates real? We would all like to believe so. We would all like to believe in our one true love. But is it that simple? Could we possibly be compatible with more than one person? What are the factors that play into this? What would happen if our current "soul mate" passed on? Would we move on? All of this and more! If you'd like to see more Shrink Space, make sure to like this episode and subscribe to the channel!
Shrink Space Ep. 3 | Two Psychologists React to the DEBATE - Naïve Realism
Season 1 · Episode 3
dimanche 15 septembre 2024 • Duration 33:03
Rob and Dave share their reactions to the Presidential Debate, and discuss the psychological concept of Naïve Realism. For more Shrink Space content, be sure to subscribe to the channel and leave a review! Reach out with questions/Feedback: ShrinkSpaceShow@gmail.com Subscribe on YouTube @ShrinkSpace Follow us on Social Media Facebook @ShrinkSpaceShow Instagram @ShrinkSpaceShow TikTok @ShrinkSpaceShow
Shrink Space Ep. 4 | Two Psychologists React to DIDDY - Is being a psychopath adaptive?
Episode 4
mardi 24 septembre 2024 • Duration 29:09
Rob and Dave share Discuss Diddy and the implications of being diagnosed with Anti Social Personality Disorder For more Shrink Space content, be sure to subscribe to the channel and leave a review! Reach out with questions/Feedback: ShrinkSpaceShow@gmail.com Subscribe on YouTube @ShrinkSpace Follow us on Social Media Facebook @ShrinkSpaceShow Instagram @ShrinkSpaceShow TikTok @ShrinkSpaceShow
Shrink Space Ep. 5 | Are you the A-hole?
mardi 1 octobre 2024 • Duration 50:32
Are you an A-hole? What makes someone an A-hole? And at what point do they cross the line from a pretentious douche bag/ narcissist to an asshole? Is it something that people choose? Or is it something that is an innate part of the psyche? This week Dave and Rob dive in to the weeds on this one, and they go deep into the nuances around "assholes" and whether or not you may be one.
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Shrink Space Ep. 6 | Are some conspiracy theories real?
mardi 8 octobre 2024 • Duration 50:07
Today on the show, Dave and Rob, dive into conspiracy theories. You know, tin foil hats, lizard people, the whole 9 yards. Except not every conspiracy theory has turned out to be crazy. And not every conspiracy theorist is crazy either. Today we go deep down the rabbit hole to show you. If you'd like to see more Shrink Space content, be sure to like this video and subscribe to this channel
Shrink Space Ep. 7 | What is more important - Impact or Intent?
mardi 15 octobre 2024 • Duration 55:21
Today on the show, Dave and Rob, discuss the popular axiom that in social exchanges Impact is more important than Intent.
Shrink Space Ep. 8 | The Power of Self Righteousness
mardi 22 octobre 2024 • Duration 35:56
You know that feeling - when you are 'so right' about something? In this episode Rob and David discuss benefits and pitfalls of feeling like you have the moral and intellectual high ground. If you'd like to see more Shrink Space content, be sure to like this video and subscribe to this channel
Shrink Space Ep. 9 | The Psychology behind Cults
mardi 29 octobre 2024 • Duration 46:44
What makes a good cult leader? Why would anyone join a cult? In today's episode, Rob and Dave take a deep dive into the underlying psychological mechanisms that create cults. If you'd like to see more Shrink Space content, be sure to like this video and subscribe to this channel
Shrink Space Ep. 10 | Voting Blind - Psychologists discuss voter bias
mardi 5 novembre 2024 • Duration 44:52
Join Rob and David on Shrink Space as they dive into the Dunning-Kruger Effect, exploring how overconfidence and lack of knowledge play out in politics and everyday life. The conversation unfolds around election season in the U.S., highlighting the importance of humility and questioning in understanding public policies.Don't miss this insightful and engaging discussion!