“The Three Amygdala” is a podcast dedicated to understanding the evidence of psychological phenomena that underlies contemporary social events and experiences. Hosted by Doctors Bill Jenkins, Paul Johnson Jr, and Shawn Graham of the University of Maine at Presque Isle.
Across its episodes, the hosts analyze topics such as peer support, loneliness, and imposter syndrome through psychological lenses, discuss complex behaviors like procrastination, behavioral addictions, and psychopathy, and examine modern issues including AI counseling ethics and the role of heated rivalry in culture. Each episode blends scientific insight with cultural analysis to help listeners understand how psychological mechanisms shape personal experiences and societal dynamics.
This podcast is recorded in the Media Production Studio with the support of the Center for Teaching & Learning. Reach out to us if you would like to record a podcast or instructional video in our studio.
Check it out here: The Three Amygdala