Mate Competition in Cultures Containing a Third Gender With Scott Semenyna

In Episode 10, and Part I of a II Part series on male sexual orientation, we are joined by Scott Semenyna from the Vasey Lab at the University of Lethbridge. We discuss mate competition in cultures that include third gender individuals and what the consequences are for sexual interactions in these populations. How do genders differ in their competition for sexual partners? How does culture impact the expression of sexuality? How do female sexual partners respond to infidelity from their male partner with third gender individuals? All this and more in Mate Competition in Third Gender Cultures with Scott Semenyna.

Interested in some of the research discussed?

Semenyna, S. W., VanderLaan, D. P., Petterson, L. J., & Vasey, P. L. (2017;2016;). Familial patterning and prevalence of male androphilia in samoa. The Journal of Sex Research, 54(8), 1077-8. doi:10.1080/00224499.2016.1218416

Gómez, F. R., Semenyna, S. W., Court, L., & Vasey, P. L. (2018). Familial patterning and prevalence of male androphilia among istmo zapotec men and muxes. PLoS One, 13(2), e0192683. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0192683

Semenyna, S. W., Petterson, L. J., VanderLaan, D. P., & Vasey, P. L. (2017). A comparison of the reproductive output among the relatives of samoan androphilic fa'afafine and gynephilic men. Archives of Sexual Behavior, 46(1), 87. doi:10.1007/s10508-016-0765-8

Semenyna, S. W., & Vasey, P. L. (2016). The relationship between adult occupational preferences and childhood gender nonconformity among samoan women, men, and fa'afafine. Human Nature (Hawthorne, N.Y.), 27(3), 283. doi:10.1007/s12110-016-9258-7

(Meta)analysing the Opiod Crisis with Danielle Rice

In Episode 9 we are joined by Danielle Rice from the Clinical Psychology program at McGill University. We discuss different opioid therapies and learn about how clinicians compare the efficacy of each treatment. What are the benefits of different psychosocial therapies when given to patients receiving pharmaceutical treatment? How do clinicians choose a treatment plan? What has better outcomes, abstinence or harm reduction? We answer those questions and more in (Meta)analysing the Opioid Crisis with Danielle Rice.

The Snake and the Stick: Artificial Intelligence with Patrick Laflamme

In Episode 8 we are joined by Patrick Laflamme from the University of British Columbia's Vision Lab. We consider how we can simulate human behaviour using computer models and contemplate the implications of artificial intelligence that behave like humans. Are brains computers or computers brains? Are artificial intelligence systems as complex as the brain? What are the consequences of using artificial intelligence? That and more in The Snake and the Stick: Artificial Intelligence with Patrick Laflamme.

Post-secondary Education with Dr. Benjamin Cheung

In Episode 7 we are joined by Dr. Benjamin Cheung from the University of British Columbia's Department of Psychology. In this episode we get a behind the scenes look at how a professor gets ready for a course, and all the carefully thought out preparations that happen long before the first day of class. Have you ever pondered how a professor writes an exam or how they prepare a lesson? Do you wonder how grading happens and how the instructor feels about grading? What happens to instructor reviews once class ends? And, what's up with learning styles? We answer these questions and more!

The ABCs of Parenting with Sara Colalillo

In Episode 6 we discuss the ABCs of parenting with Sara Colalillo from the Parenting Lab at the University of British Columbia. We chat about how affect, behaviour, and cognition play important roles in parenting. How does a parents emotional state impact their relationship with their children? How does the perception of their child's behaviour determine a parents response? When does cognition play a role? Can parenting style cause mental health issues?

Want to get in touch with Sara?

sara.colalillo[at]psych.ubc.ca

UBC Parenting Lab

Interested in some of the research discussed?

Park, J.L., Johnston, C., Colalillo, S., & Williamson, D. (2016). Parents’ attributions for negative and positive child behavior in relation to parenting and child problems. Journal of Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychology, DOI: 10.1080/15374416.2016.1144191

The Dangers of Technology and Social Media with Adri Khalis

In Episode 5 we are introduced to Adri, a transplant from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia currently studying Clinical Psychology at the University of British Columbia. His research interests include popular technologies such as social media and video games, and how there use may impact our psychopathology/social relationships, and vice-versa. His actual interests include music (listening, playing, attending) and video games.

Want to get in touch with Adri?

adrikhalis[at]psych.ubc.ca

Peer Relationships in Childhood Lab

Interested in some of the research discussed?

Dreaming, Mind Wandering, and Your Imagination with Yvette Graveline

In Episode 4 we meet Yvette Graveline of the Cognitive Neuroscience of Thought Laboratory at the University of British Columbia. We talk dreams, imagination, and mind wandering, and how they are all intertwined. What is mind wandering and how often do we do it? Is your imagination different from mine? Should we be analyzing our dreams?

Want to get in touch with Yvette?

yvette.graveline[at]psych.ubc.ca

@yvettegraveline

The Cognitive Neuroscience of Thought Laboratory

Interested in some of the research discussed?

Wamsley, E. J. (2013). Dreaming, waking conscious experience, and the resting brain: report of subjective experience as a tool in the cognitive neurosciences. Frontiers in Psychology, 4, 637. http://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2013.00637

Fox, K. C. R., Nijeboer, S., Solomonova, E., Domhoff, G. W., & Christoff, K. (2013). Dreaming as mind wandering: Evidence from functional neuroimaging and first-person content reports. Frontiers in Human Neuroscience, 7, 412. 10.3389/fnhum.2013.00412

Christoff, K., Irving, Z. C., Fox, K. C. R., Spreng, R. N., & Andrews-Hanna, J. R. (2016). Mind-wandering as spontaneous thought: A dynamic framework. Nature Reviews Neuroscience, 17(11), 718-731. 10.1038/nrn.2016.113

Addis, D. R., Schacter, D. L., & Buckner, R. L. (2007). Remembering the past to imagine the future: The prospective brain. Nature Reviews Neuroscience, 8(9), 657-661. 10.1038/nrn2213

Rolling The Dice with Gabriel & Mario

In Episode 3 we are introduced to Gabriel Brooks and Mario Ferrari, members of the Centre for Gambling Research at the University of British Columbia. Gabriel discusses the importance of personality on gambling behaviour while Mario introduces us to the relationship between hormones and problem gambling. We consider the perception of gambling, and gamblers, in the media. 

Want to get in touch with Gabriel and Mario?

ferrari[at]psych.ubc.ca

Centre for Gambling Research

Interested in some of the research discussed?

Wu, Y., Eisenegger, C., Zilioli, S., Watson, N., & Clark, L. (2017). Comparison of clear and narrow outcomes on testosterone levels in social competition. Hormones and Behavior, 92, 51-56. 10.1016/j.yhbeh.2016.05.016

Turner, N., & Horbay, R. (2004). How do slot machines and other electronic gambling machines really work? Journal of Gambling Issues, 11. Retrieved from: http://jgi.camh.net/doi/full/10.4309/jgi.2004.11.21

Se´vigny, S., & Ladouceur, R. (2003). Gamblers' irrational thinking about chance events: The "double switching" concept. International Gambling Studies. 3, 149-161. 10.1080/1356347032000142261.