• Ina Garten’s Real Personality (Barefoot Contessa) — Is She a “Closet Alpha?"
    Apr 27 2026

    In this episode of Psyched! with Dr. Seth, clinical psychologist Dr. Seth Meyers kicks things off with a quote game, pulling from great thinkers and inviting listeners to “clap back” with their own take. He then shares insights from Ina Garten’s memoir, revealing how her real-life personality contrasts with her more demure on-screen image. From there, Dr. Seth explores a compelling question: what's the difference between an alpha and a "closet alpha" personality?

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    23 mins
  • Steven Spielberg Knows How to Compliment His Wife (And More Psychological Insights)
    Mar 30 2026

    In this episode of Psyched! with Dr. Seth, clinical psychologist Dr. Seth Meyers walks us though mini topics serving psychological food for thought: a New York Times article and data that more people are living alone than ever before; the recent car crash of Tiger Woods and discussion of why it's so hard for some to admit there's a problem; and a confession Steven Spielberg recently shared about his wife that offers us all serious pause for reflection. All this packed with curated music to keep your foot tapping...so come join!

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    15 mins
  • Psychological LIFE LESSONS: Shakespeare & Actor Terrence Howard
    Mar 15 2026

    In this episode of Psyched! with Dr. Seth, clinical psychologist Dr. Seth Meyers dishes on a few mini topics and connects them to what really makes us tick psychologically. He shares a quote from Shakespeare, a recent life story from actor Terrence Howard, and his popular segment Psychological Food for Thought to get us all thinking...and maybe realizing that humans have been overthinking the same stuff for 400 years.



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    15 mins
  • Why Narcissists Play the Contrarian: Devil’s Advocate or Oppositional?
    Feb 28 2026

    In this week's episode of Psyched! with Dr. Seth, clinical psychologist Dr. Seth Meyers serves up the main psychological dish of narcissism — specifically, why people often feel like the narcissist acts confusingly oppositional toward them. Dr. Seth addresses what's psychologically motivating this apparent Devil’s Advocate behavior. To start the episode, he shares a related quote often (mistakenly) attributed to Mark Twain, and he ends with a highlight of a Mary-Chapin Carpenter song that perfectly embodies the frustration many feel in some type of relationship with a narcissist.

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    25 mins
  • How to Disagree — Without Using Words as Weapons
    Feb 14 2026

    In this episode of Psyched! with Dr. Seth, clinical psychologist Dr. Seth Meyers dishes on an everyday issue that's more common than you may think: how to disagree without crossing the line into verbal cruelty territory. As a warmup, he starts with a quick music trivia round and ultimately ends the episode with a pit stop in his book corner, highlighting what is so psychologically appealing about the new Wally Lamb novel, The River Is Waiting. Strap on your psychological seatbelt and let's go!

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    19 mins
  • Elizabeth Smart: The Psychology of Survival
    Feb 3 2026

    In this week's episode of Psyched! with Dr. Seth, clinical psychologist Dr. Seth Meyers starts by dishing on a wild statistic about human behavior that will surprise most, and then he shares the segment "Psychological Food for Thought" which offers a brief nod to a principle from one of the most famous psychiatrists in history that we can all learn from. Next, he shares the main event: a review of some of the key psychological points from the fascinating new documentary, Kidnapped: Elizabeth Smart, and what thoughts a person turns to help them survive.

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    24 mins
  • The Beckham Family Feud: How Alike All Families Are
    Jan 27 2026

    In this episode of Psyched! with Dr. Seth, clinical psychologist starts by sharing a few thoughts on how to boost your motivation level when it's low and discussing the origin of a great quote people are sure to love (Pablo Picasso doesn't get the credit!). Next, Dr. Seth discusses the very public feud between Brooklyn Beckham and his mother Victoria, among other family members. Ultimately, Dr. Seth focuses on how this famous family appears different on the surface but is remarkably similar in their family functioning to so many others.

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    22 mins
  • Heated Rivalry: The Psychological Appeal for So Many
    Jan 18 2026

    In this week's episode of Psyched! with Dr. Seth, clinical psychologist Seth Meyers dishes on several psychological factors that make this show the surprising emotional powerhouse it is. Regardless of age, gender or sexual orientation, people all over the world are connecting with this truly awe-inducing show and Dr. Seth sheds light on why that is.

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    23 mins