The Psychology of Us
"The Psychology of Us with Professor RJ Starr" explores the fascinating world of human behavior, relationships, and shared experiences. Hosted by acclaimed psychology educator and author Professor RJ Starr, this podcast makes psychology relatable and engaging, breaking down complex ideas into practi...
Recent Episodes
The Psychology of Dehumanization and Moral Disengagement
Why do ordinary people justify cruelty they would otherwise condemn? In this episode, Professor RJ Starr examines the psychology of dehumanization and moral disengagement—the processes that strip others of empathy and silence...
SPECIAL EDITION: An Existential Psychology Professor’s Response to th…
In this special edition of The Psychology of Us , Professor RJ Starr steps outside the usual episode format to respond to the turbulence of our cultural moment. The constant noise, outrage, and division in public life have le...
The Need to Be Offended: A Psychological Look at Outrage Culture
Why do some people act as if the rules should bend for them? In this episode of The Psychology of Us , Professor RJ Starr explores entitlement as more than arrogance—it’s a worldview that blurs desire and deserving. From chil...
The Psychology of Empathy: Why It Matters More Than You Think
Empathy is one of those words we hear constantly—be more empathetic, teach children empathy, demand it from leaders. Yet for all the talk, very few people can actually explain what empathy really is. Most confuse it with bein...
The Need to Be Offended: A Psychological Look at Outrage Culture
Why does it feel like people are constantly on the hunt for something to be offended by? A passing remark, a careless joke, even the tone of a post can ignite outrage that spreads like wildfire. In this episode of The Psychol...
Their View, Your Mirror: The Psychology of Envy
We don’t like to talk about envy. It’s one of those emotions that feels petty, even shameful — something we’d rather deny than admit. Most people will tell you they’re “happy” for someone else, maybe even “inspired” by their ...
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