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Speaking of Psychology

Kim Mills

Booking Overview

This is a psychology research interview show featuring established psychologists, neuroscientists, and other academic or applied experts discussing current findings and their practical implications. PR agencies could credibly pitch credentialed researchers, university faculty, authors, clinicians, and recognized experts with original research or authoritative expertise in mental health, behavior, learning, relationships, or neuroscience; booking difficulty is high because of the APA affiliation and strong preference for prominent subject-matter experts.

Metrics

Episodes: 450

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Estimated listeners: 10,000 - 100,000

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 112.0k subscribers

Instagram: 90.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

public.affairs@apa.org

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Host

Kim Mills - Kim Mills is a communications executive and podcast host with the American Psychological Association.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

high
Typical Credentials:  
PhD-level psychologists, neuroscientists, social scientists, clinicians, university faculty, research leaders, and authors with recognized expertise and evidence-based work relevant to psychology.
Required Achievements:  
Peer-reviewed research, University or institutional research leadership, Authoritative books on psychology or related science, Recognized expertise in a significant public-interest topic

Recent Guest Discussions

Matthew Nock - Suicide Risk Prediction, Electronic Health Records, Smartphone Sensors, Suicide-prevention Interventions, Stigma, And Open Conversations About Suicide

Robert Zatorre - The Neuroscience Of Music, Reward, Expectation And Surprise, Musical Anhedonia, Music Therapy, And Music’s Healing Potential

Beth Schwartz - Generative AI In Classrooms, Redesigning Assignments And Assessments, And Responsible Use Of AI In Education

C. Edward Watson - Generative AI In Education, Learning And Assessment, Classroom Use, And Responsible AI Literacy

Galena Rhoades - Infidelity, Dating Apps, Social Media, AI Chatbots, Betrayal, Trust, And Recovery After An Affair

Recent Topics

Science, Psychology, Mental Health, Neuroscience, Behavioral Science

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Speaking of Psychology
:

Beyond screen time: What makes educational technology effective, with Nicole Barnes, PhD

October 14, 2026

Digital tools now help teach students everything from spelling to math to science -- but flashy features don’t always translate to learning. Nicole Barnes, PhD, executive lead psychologist for education at the American Psychological Association and lead author of a new report on children’s and adolescents’ learning with educational technology, discusses how to tell the difference between engagement and real learning; why generative AI tools call for extra caution; and what teachers offer tha...

Are you a workaholic or just a hard worker? With Malissa Clark, PhD

October 07, 2026

Many of us have trouble switching off from work, whether it's staying late at the office, checking messages on vacation, or lying awake running through tomorrow's to-do list. Malissa Clark, PhD, of the University of Georgia, discusses how workaholism differs from simply working hard; why it's about more than hours on the clock; how it affects physical health, mental health and relationships; and how workplaces can encourage a healthier relationship with work. Learn more about your ad choices....

Can envy be good for you? With Jens Lange, PhD, and Sara Protasi, PhD

September 30, 2026

We've all felt a pang of envy watching a friend's success or a colleague's promotion. But does this much-maligned emotion deserve its negative reputation? Psychologist Jens Lange, PhD, and philosopher Sara Protasi, PhD, discuss the difference between envy and jealousy; why we're often most envious of the people closest to us; and how envy may, in the right circumstances, motivate us to grow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Frequently asked questions

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Speaking of Psychology
:

How do I get in touch with Speaking of Psychology?

Speaking of Psychology is hosted by Kim Mills. Its publicly listed email is public.affairs@apa.org. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Speaking of Psychology?

The publicly listed email for Speaking of Psychology: public.affairs@apa.org.

How many listeners does Speaking of Psychology have?

Podseeker estimates Speaking of Psychology reaches 10,000 to 100,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Speaking of Psychology?

Speaking of Psychology typically books well-known public figures. Typical guest background: PhD-level psychologists, neuroscientists, social scientists, clinicians, university faculty, research leaders, and authors with recognized expertise and evidence-based work relevant to psychology. Common among recent guests: Peer-reviewed research; University or institutional research leadership; Authoritative books on psychology or related science. Recent guests include Matthew Nock, Robert Zatorre, and Beth Schwartz.

How hard is it to get booked on Speaking of Psychology?

High. It mostly books established leaders in its field.

What topics does Speaking of Psychology cover?

Recent episodes cover Science, Psychology, Mental Health, Neuroscience, and Behavioral Science. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

public.affairs@apa.org

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