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Notts Psych Pod is a podcast from the School of Psychology at the University of Nottingham. Each series explores how psychology connects with real-world issues, bringing together researchers, community partners, and people with lived experience. From neurodiversity, memory, and ageing to community engagement, we highlight research that aims to make a difference - in people’s lives, and in society. E-mail us: NottsPsychPod@nottingham.ac.ukNotts Psych Pod Social Sciences
Episodes
  • S3 EP5: When Does a Memory Become Conscious?

    S3 EP5: When Does a Memory Become Conscious?
    Aug 3 2026

    How does a memory become part of our conscious experience? In this episode, we explore cutting-edge research investigating what happens in the brain whenmemories come to mind. We discuss why memory retrieval may involve more than one stage, what brain activity can tell us about conscious awareness, and how this work could help improve future treatments for memory disorders.

    We are joined by University of Nottingham researcher Dr Ben Griffiths.

    Here are some of the resources discussed in the episode:

    A publication discussed during the episode

    Press release of the research

    This is the last episode in Series 3. Follow the ⁠podcast⁠ to make sure you do not miss out on any future episodes.

    You can also listen to Series 1 and 2 wherever you ⁠get your podcasts⁠.

    Get in touch via ⁠X/Twitter⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠ or ⁠e-mail⁠.

    Hosted by Dr Daniel Jolley (X: ⁠⁠DrDanielJolley)⁠⁠

    Edited by Grace Baranowski (Instagram: ⁠@graceebaranowski⁠)

    Produced by Rachel Grasmeder Allen (X: ⁠@Rachel_GA_⁠ / Instagram: ⁠@neuro_rachel)⁠

    Logo creation by Grace Baranowski (Instagram: ⁠@graceebaranowski⁠)

    Notts Psych Pod Series 3 team: Dr Daniel Jolley, Rachel Grasmeder Allen and Grace Baranowski.
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    27 mins
  • S3 EP4: Can We Keep Our Brains Healthy as We Age?

    S3 EP4: Can We Keep Our Brains Healthy as We Age?
    Jul 27 2026

    Can we support memory as we age? In this episode, we explore how researchers are using cutting-edge brain stimulation and imaging techniques to better understand how memory changes across the lifespan. We discuss the science behind healthy cognitive ageing, why people respond differently to brain stimulation, and how personalised approaches could one day help maintain memory and brain health.

    We are joined by University of Nottingham researchers, Dr JeYoung Jung and Izzy Ellis.

    Here are some of the resources discussed in the episode:

    Follow updates and activities via Dr JeyYoung Jung’s Profile and LinkedIn, and Izzy Ellis’ Linkedin.

    You can view Izzy’s recruitment poster here.

    A recommended book to learn more about memory: Memory: A Very Short Introduction by Jonathan K. Foster.

    Episodes in Series 3 are released weekly. Follow the podcast to make sure you do not miss out.

    You can also listen to Series 1 and 2 wherever you ⁠get your podcasts⁠.

    Get in touch via ⁠X/Twitter⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠ or ⁠e-mail⁠.

    Hosted by Dr Daniel Jolley (X: ⁠⁠DrDanielJolley)⁠⁠

    Edited by Grace Baranowski (Instagram: ⁠@graceebaranowski⁠)

    Produced by Rachel Grasmeder Allen (X: ⁠@Rachel_GA_⁠ / Instagram: ⁠@neuro_rachel)⁠

    Logo creation by Grace Baranowski (Instagram: ⁠@graceebaranowski⁠)

    Notts Psych Pod Series 3 team: Dr Daniel Jolley, Rachel Grasmeder Allen and Grace Baranowski.
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    40 mins
  • S3 EP3: Is More Brain Activity Always Better for Memory?

    S3 EP3: Is More Brain Activity Always Better for Memory?
    Jul 20 2026
    When it comes to the brain, more activity isn't always better. In this episode, we explore why healthy memory depends on a careful balance between brain activity and inhibition, and how this research could help us better understand memory problems associated with conditions such as schizophrenia and age-related cognitive decline. We are joined by University of Nottingham researchers, Dr Tobias Bast, Dr Charlie Taylor and Jacob Juty. Here are some of the resources discussed in the episode: Have a look at our research webpages: Tobias, Charlie, and JacobPress releasesmpublished in 2017, 2022, and 2025A short talk for a lay audience on ‘neuronal inhibition’.Read an interview (in German) Popular science articles: Bast, 2019, Gehirn & Geist (in German); French, Spanish, Italian versions Episodes in Series 3 are released weekly. Follow the podcast to make sure you do not miss out. You can also listen to Series 1 and 2 wherever you ⁠get your podcasts⁠. Get in touch via ⁠X/Twitter⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠ or ⁠e-mail⁠. Hosted by Dr Daniel Jolley (X: ⁠⁠DrDanielJolley)⁠⁠Edited by Grace Baranowski (Instagram: ⁠@graceebaranowski⁠)Produced by Rachel Grasmeder Allen (X: ⁠@Rachel_GA_⁠ / Instagram: ⁠@neuro_rachel)⁠Logo creation by Grace Baranowski (Instagram: ⁠@graceebaranowski⁠) Notts Psych Pod Series 3 team: Dr Daniel Jolley, Rachel Grasmeder Allen and Grace Baranowski.
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    36 mins
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