The PsychCrunch podcast

PsychCrunch is the podcast from the British Psychological Society's Research Digest, sponsored by Routledge Psychology.

Each episode we explore whether the findings from psychological science can make a difference in real life.

Just how should we live, according to psychology? We speak to psychologists about their research and whether they apply what they've discovered in their own lives.

Routledge Psychology is part of the Taylor & Francis Group, and publishing partner for the BPS Core Textbooks Series.

Browse over 5 million articles at Taylor and Francis Online, and related books at Routledge.

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Check out our latest episode, number 39, on the benefits of facing uncertainty.

There's no question that we find ourselves in uncertain times. Looking at current events and wondering about what the future may hold can leave us feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and stressed, to say the least. 

But uncertain times aren't always the ominous force we make them out to be. In fact, research suggests that they can create unique opportunities for growth and transformation that we wouldn't otherwise encounter. 

This episode, Ella Rhodes chats with Maggie Jackson — author of Uncertain and expert on uncertainty — unpacking how uncertainty shapes our lives. Together, they explore how embracing the unknown can open doors to unexpected possibilities, and can lead us to greener pastures. 

Find all our past episodes below: