Episodes 303
Avg. Duration 28m
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Apple Rating 4.5 (57)
Since Nov 2010
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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The show on how we think, feel and behave. Claudia Hammond delves into the evidence on mental health, psychology and neuroscience.

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Could a keto diet help treat bipolar depression?

Jun 09, 2026 28m

Claudia Hammond explores intriguing early evidence that a ketogenic diet - high fat, low carbs - might help treat bipolar depression.We already know this diet can help with some kinds of epilepsy.…

How does reading fiction impact our imagination and mental health?

Jun 02, 2026 27m

How does reading shape our mind and spirit? Why do novels make us feel more human? In front of a live audience at the Hay Festival of Literature & Arts, Claudia Hammond looks at the science of…

What do out-of-body experiences tell us about consciousness?

May 26, 2026 28m

What would you say is the difference between the mind and the brain? Claudia delves into this complex question after listener Paul got in touch to ask about Near Death Experiences. What can they…

Overcoming OCD

May 19, 2026 28m

Everyone experiences unwanted thoughts from time to time. But how does it feel to be trapped in a constant cycle of intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviours?This is the reality of life for many…

Toxic work behaviours, mind blanking, and why spending time with friends makes you more yourself

May 12, 2026 28m

Claudia Hammond and guests offer insights into tackling knowledge theft and discourteous emails. Dr Emma Russell, occupational psychologist and reader in occupational and organisational psychology…

How to be OK in a world that isn’t

May 05, 2026 28m

How can we feel ok in a world that isn’t? With multiple global crises going on at the same time, it can make many of us feel very uncertain and anxious. But why are we affected by events happening…

Navigating the Pacific without technology

Nov 25, 2025 28m

How well can you remember the details of your childhood? Sometimes, the memories are there, but a little hazy. But what if you could trick your brain into thinking you looked like your younger self…

Asylum hotels and mental health

Nov 18, 2025 28m

More than 32,000 asylum seekers are being housed in hotels in the UK, the latest figures show.There's been intense political debate in recent weeks focused on the cost – both financially for the…

Are mental health classes in schools working?

Nov 11, 2025 28m

It is now compulsory for schools across the UK to teach children about mental health and wellbeing. Whilst it might seem like classes for everyone on these topics might be helpful, a new study has…

Should we be using trigger warnings?

Nov 04, 2025 28m

This programme may contain information that you might find to be evidence-based and informative... Trigger warnings are everywhere. They’re used in the news, on social media and in academia to flag…

Are there multiple subtypes of autism, and how vivid are your memories?

Oct 28, 2025 29m

Autism tends to be viewed as a spectrum, but a new study published this month in Nature suggests that there are both genetic and behavioural differences between early and later diagnosed autism. So…

Why do we hoard?

Oct 21, 2025 28m

Many of us can empathise with that feeling of keeping stuff for years and years. We might keep treasured objects with real sentimental value, or we might have items for a long time - and yet we can't…

What is beliefism, and can you spot a liar?

Oct 14, 2025 28m

Just looking at the news can give the feeling that today’s world is more polarised than ever. And the stats show that in Britain, the majority of people believe that society is divided. How can we go…

The rise of AI therapy

Oct 07, 2025 28m

Would you ever share your most intimate, personal circumstances with an AI - and then use its advice in your day-to-day life?If the answer is yes, then you are not alone. Many people are turning to…

All in the Mind Awards Ceremony

Jul 01, 2025 30m

Many of us will experience mental health problems at some point in our lives – and it is often the help and support of those around us that can make all the difference to how we cope and recover.The…

The Psychology of Curiosity at Cheltenham Science Festival

Jun 24, 2025 29m

Is curiosity good for us, or should we learn a lesson from what curiosity did to the cat? And why does curiosity drive some people to explore the ends of the earth and beyond, while others just…

All About Twins

Jun 17, 2025 28m

This week is all about twins. On today's programme we'll hear from a very special pair who are through to the final of the All in the Mind Awards, which celebrates those who have made a real…

Are you flourishing? And why a playful approach can help us cope

Jun 10, 2025 28m

Do you feel like you’re flourishing? If you’ve not heard that term before, it’s not just about wellbeing, it’s about your whole life being good. Guest psychologist Dr Peter Olusoga joins Claudia in…

Aha moments and contagious laughter

Jun 03, 2025 30m

What's going on in your brain when you experience an 'aha!' moment?Imagine you've been stuck on a problem for ages, but then the answer suddenly comes to you out of nowhere, like a bolt of lightning.…

The state of mental health services and more All in the Mind Awards finalists

May 27, 2025 29m

This week, we're taking a look at the state of mental health services in the UK. Claudia Hammond is joined in the studio by the BBC's social affairs correspondent Michael Buchanan to dissect how long…

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