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The Francesca Psychology Podcast

The Francesca Psychology Podcast

Francesca Tighinean 27 Episodes Jun 5, 2026

The Francesca Psychology Podcast is a psychology and self-development podcast exploring human behaviour, relationships, trauma, and personal growth. Hosted by Francesca Tighinean, it features long-form conversations with leading experts, offering research-backed insights and practical tools to help listeners better understand themselves and their patterns.

Episodes

FBI Hostage Negotiator: How To Influence Anyone & Get What You Want - Chris Voss Jun 5, 2026 01:07:55 Chris Voss is a former FBI hostage negotiator, author of the bestselling book Never Split the Difference, and the CEO of The Black Swan Group.The Black Swan Group: https://www.blackswanltd.com/0:00 Intro: The power of emotional intelligence and empathy.01:32 Becoming an FBI hostage negotiator.03:15 Day-to-day life in the Crisis Negotiation Unit.05:07 Defining negotiation as collaboration and trust
World No.1 Sleep Expert: The Perfect Formula For Deep Sleep - Dr Matt Walker May 7, 2026 01:26:40 Dr Matt Walker is a professor of neuroscience and one of the world’s leading researchers on sleep. He is also the author of the bestselling book Why We Sleep, which helped bring the science of sleep into the mainstream and changed how millions of people think about the role sleep.00:00 Intro01:10 The Importance of Sleep05:08 Understanding Dreams and Their Functions13:41 Nightmares and Their Impact
How To Manage Negative Or Intrusive Thoughts - Dr Ethan Kross Apr 16, 2026 00:41:57 Ethan Kross is an award-winning psychology professor at the University of Michigan, founder of the Emotion & Self-Control Laboratory, and bestselling author of Chatter and Shift.00:00 Intro01:45 What is an inner voice03:44 Intrusive thoughts07:52 Types of people that have more intrusive thoughts08:55 Types of chatter and harmful self talk12:48 How does one develop a harmful inner voice16:20 Ho
The Uncomfortable Question You Should Ask on Every First Date - Alain de Botton Mar 20, 2026 01:19:34 Alain de Botton is one of the most influential philosophers of our time, best-selling author, and the founder of The School of Life. His work has helped millions of people develop greater self-understanding and improve their relationships.00:00 Intro01:56 The best thinking comes from problems07:45 The anatomy of a good friend10:10 What is an emotionally mature person?12:26 Why are some people stuc
Robert Greene: How To Seduce Anyone, Become Powerful & Irreplaceable Feb 18, 2026 01:33:13 Robert Greene is one of the most influential authors of our time, known for his bestselling books - The 48 Laws of Power, The art of seduction, and The Laws of Human Nature.00:00 Intro01:43 Book banned in prisons03:10 What is power?05:20 Signs someone is powerful07:45 The 2 most important laws of power10:30 How to become irreplaceable13:00 Why are people more timid in 2026?16:00 The source of your
Power, happiness, and influence, explained by philosophy - Jonny Thomson Feb 9, 2026 01:32:39 Jonny Thomson is a British philosopher, author, and educator known for making philosophy practical and accessible. He is the founder of Mini Philosophy, a popular platform that breaks down complex philosophical ideas into clear, relatable insights for everyday life.Check him out: https://miniphilosophy.substack.com/00:00 Intro02:20 What inspired you to study philosophy05:20 How philosophy shows up
Trauma Expert: How to Rebuild Self-Identity After Years of Shame - Tim Fletcher Jan 9, 2026 01:41:17 Tim Fletcher is a researcher and counselor with over 30 years of experience, specialising in the field of Addiction and Complex Trauma recovery. I’m launching a course on FINDING LOVE that explains how to heal unhealthy patterns and find a healthy relationship. Join waitlist here - https://tr.ee/bIUJlW-oyZ1:1 Life Coaching - https://tr.ee/7S2Xi6rtodFREE QUIZ: The 5 Patterns Blocking Healthy Love -
CIA SPY: Seduction Tactics, Lie Detection & Mind Control In Interrogations - Andrew Bustamante Dec 12, 2025 01:50:13 Andrew Bustamante is a former CIA officer, founder of EverydaySpy.com and the author of his new book Shadow Cell.Find your Spy Superpower: https://yt.everydayspy.com/47eDPPnRead Andrew’s CIA book ‘Shadow Cell’: https://geni.us/ShadowCellBook Follow Andy on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Andrew-BustamanteExplore Spy School: https://everydayspy.com/ Support Andy's sponsor Axolt Brain: https://axo
Instantly Disarm Condescending People (Without Losing Your Cool) - Dr Shade Nov 17, 2025 01:24:59 Dr Shadé is a behavioural researcher, and award-winning peak performance educator. And her new book Big Trust is coming out the 22nd Jan. https://www.shadezahrai.com/00:00 Intro02:09 Her New Book04:21 How To Master You Mindset09:18 The Key To Behavioural Change11:11 How To Further Your Career13:10 Tricks To Start Speaking With More Confidence16:35 The Humanness Courage Matrix19:47 How To Manage Ch
Dr K: The Truth About Incels, "Low Value" Men, & Why You Can't Get A Girlfriend Oct 31, 2025 01:47:37 Dr. K is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist, co-founder of Healthy Gamer, and the world's leading expert on modern mental health issues. Check out more from Dr.K on the HealthyGamerGG Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/6VaJwyS2KXxiXqR77jqzmP?si=2fbfbaece86441a4 00:00 Intro 01:44 Dr K's Journey10:50 Struggles With Meditation15:55 What Are The Most Common Problems 21:23 How To Find Your Purpose In Li
Childhood Neglect & Feeling Like You Can Never Belong - Anna Runkle Oct 13, 2025 01:24:42 Anna Runkle, known to over a million people on YouTube as the Crappy Childhood Fairy, helps people heal from the lasting effects of childhood trauma. She is the author of Re-Regulated, and her upcoming book Connectability will be published by Hay House in October 2025.00:00 Intro01:54 Why we struggle with belonging04:42 Childhood trauma hurts your ability to connect10:50 Signs you were ostracised
Interrogation Expert: How To Influence Anyone & Read People Like A Book Sep 22, 2025 01:28:04 Chase Hughes is the world’s number one leading authority on behavior profiling, nonverbal communication, influence, and persuasion. His work has long been the go-to training resource for the most elite professionals in human intelligence - including the US Army, and intelligence agencies.

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