Podcast Episodes

[Mini Series] Episode 26: René Descartes: The Doubter Who Built Certainty

Episode 99

René Descartes, the “Father of Modern Philosophy,” taught us to doubt, to question, and to rebuild life on what is certain. In this episode, we explore his radical method of doubt, his famous “I thin…

Published on 14 hours ago

Episode 47: Language Skills as the Foundation for Success (Podcast with Oxford Professor and Spearman Medal of the British Psychological Society Winner, Dr.Charles Hulmes) [LEADERSHIP SERIES]

Episode 98

In this thought-provoking episode of Professor P Podcast, Dr. Parsa Peykar explores how language is far more than communication—it is the architecture of the human mind.

The episode opens with a deep…

Published on 1 week ago

[Mini Series] Episode 25: William of Ockham: The Razor of Simplicity

Episode 97

In this episode, we explore the bold and brilliant life of William of Ockham, the English friar who taught the world to cut away excess and focus on what’s essential. From his principle of simplicity…

Published on 2 weeks ago

Episode 46: Breaking the Myths: The Truth About Intimate Partner Violence (Podcast with Living Legend Award Winner, Dr. Jacquelyn Campbell) [INFLUENCE SERIES]

Episode 96

What are the biggest misconceptions about intimate partner violence—and how can understanding the truth help us prevent abuse before it begins?

In this powerful episode of the Professor P Podcast, Dr…

Published on 3 weeks ago

[Mini Series] Episode 24: Cicero: The Voice of Reason and Republic

Episode 95

From humble beginnings to the Senate of Rome, Marcus Tullius Cicero rose by intellect and integrity to become one of history’s most powerful voices for truth, reason, and civic virtue. In this Profes…

Published on 4 weeks ago

Episode 45: The Sociometer in the Social Media Age: Navigating Self-Esteem in a Digital World (Podcast with Psychology and Neuroscience Professor at Duke University, Dr. Mark Leary) [INFLUENCE SERIES]

Episode 94

Why do we care so much about likes, comments, and followers?
Is social media quietly hijacking our self-esteem?

In this episode, we explore the psychology behind our craving for digital approval thro…

Published on 1 month ago

[Mini Series] Episode 23: The Painted Porch of Wisdom: Zeno and the Birth of Stoicism

Episode 93

What if the secret to freedom wasn’t power or possessions—but mastering your own mind? In this episode, we explore the wisdom of Zeno of Citium, founder of Stoicism. Shipwrecked and stripped of wealt…

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago

Episode 44: Inside the Fire: What One Family Taught Us About Healing and Human Connection (Podcast with Leading scholar in developmental psychology, Dr.Rand Conger) [LEADERSHIP SERIES]

Episode 92

Families are where some of life’s greatest joys—and deepest challenges—are born. But what makes certain families thrive under stress while others fracture? In this powerful episode, we explore the sc…

Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago

[Mini Series] Episode 22: Heraclitus: The Philosopher of Flow and Change

Episode 91

What if the only constant in life is change itself? 🌊
In this mini-episode, we journey into the mind of Heraclitus—the “weeping philosopher” of Ephesus—who saw the world not as fixed, but as a flowin…

Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago

Episode 43: The Healing Power of Touch: Science, Therapy, and Connection (Podcast with Research Scientist Award Winner, Dr.Tiffany Field) [INFLUENCE SERIES]

Episode 90

What if one of the most powerful tools for mental health has been in our hands all along—literally?

In this episode, we explore the profound role of touch in shaping our emotional lives, healing our …

Published on 2 months ago