Episodes
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Martin Jones and Jonpaul Nevin, hosts of the Optimising Human Performance Podcast share their story, why they have produced this podcast and why it is important to the community of individuals and teams working in high-stress and high stakes environments.
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EPISODE 12: The Chimp Paradox with Professor Steve Peters
In this episode, Martin and Jonpaul talk to renowned psychiatrist Professor Steve Peters, who specialises in the functioning of the human mind. They discuss his famous ‘Chimp Model’ and its application in high-stress environments. They explore imposter syndrome and the antecedents of high performance.
Guest, Cast & Crew
Professor Steve Peters is a medical doctor specialising in mental health and the functioning of the human mind. His work spans education, the national health service, the corporate world, and elite sports. He helps people understand how the mind works, gain insight into their own unique mind and situation, and develop the skills to optimise individual performance and quality of life.
Hosted by Martin Jones & Jonpaul Nevin https://www.ophp.co.uk
Edited by Bess Manley
Produced by Wavell Room https://wavellroom.com/
Resources
Steve’s company: https://chimpmanagement.com Steve’s official website https://profstevepeters.com Steve’s Books, including The Chimp Paradox https://chimpmanagement.com/books-by-professor-steve-peters/If you’re enjoying this content, please like and subscribe so we can keep improving. Remember to visit Wavell Room for their latest articles, podcasts, and newsletters.
Chapters
01:47 Steve Peters' Background and Career Journey
05:03 The Chimp Model Explained
09:29 Imposter Syndrome and Its Implications
17:46 The Neuroscience Behind the Chimp Model
23:28 Values and Team Cohesion in High-Performance Environments
30:32 The Reality of Elite Sports Life
31:45 Psychopaths in Boxing: A Unique Perspective
33:16 Adapting and Learning in High-Stress Jobs
34:42 The Importance of Individualized Training
38:56 Preparing for the Unexpected
40:36 Dealing with Trauma in Psychiatry
46:37 Addressing Moral Injury in Extreme Jobs
51:40 Looking to the Future: Legacy and Personal Projects
55:59 Steve Sets An Emotional Health Challenge
Up Next
This is the final episode of this first series, but all 12 episodes will remain available for you to listen to. We hope to be bringing you a second series very soon. Thanks for listening.
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EPISODE 11: Sleep, Circadian Neuroscience & Human Performance
In this episode, Martin and Jonpaul talk to Professor Russell Foster, a world-renowned expert on sleep and circadian rhythms. They discuss the importance of sleep and circadian rhythms for human performance, how the circadian system provides the time structure for life, optimising physiology and behavior, and highlight some evidence-based strategies for enhancing sleep quality and quantity.
Guest, Cast & Crew
Russell Foster is Professor of Circadian Neuroscience, director of the Sir Jules Thorn Sleep and Circadian Neuroscience Institute and the head of The Nuffield Laboratory of Ophthalmology at the University of Oxford. Russell’s research interests span visual and circadian neurobiology, focusing on the mechanisms by which light regulates circadian rhythms.
Russell has published hundreds of peer-reviewed articles and books, including his recent book, ‘Life Time: the New Science of the Body Clock and How It Can Revolutionize Your Sleep and Health’.
Hosted by Martin Jones & Jonpaul Nevin https://www.ophp.co.uk
Edited by Bess Manley
Produced by Wavell Room https://wavellroom.com/
Resources
Sir Jules Thorn Sleep & Circadian Neuroscience Institute https://www.scni.ox.ac.ukNuffield Department of Clinical Neurosciences, University of Oxford https://www.ndcn.ox.ac.uk/team/russell-foster ‘Life Time: the New Science of the Body Clock and How It Can Revolutionize Your Sleep and Health’ by Russell Foster https://www.pemberleybooks.com/product/the-ecology-of-vision/34916/ ‘The Ecology of Vision’ by John Lythgoe‘Blitzed’ by Norman OhlerIf you enjoy this content, please like and subscribe so we can keep improving. Remember to visit wavellroom.com for the latest articles, podcasts, and newsletters.
Chapters
00:28 Journey into Circadian Rhythm Research
01:56 Understanding Circadian Rhythms
03:43 Consequences of Sleep Deprivation
09:25 Mental Health and Sleep
15:16 Shift Work and Health Impacts
25:45 The Role of Light in Circadian Rhythms
36:38 Understanding HPO and Sleep
37:22 Strategies for Better Sleep
37:46 The Role of Light and Relaxation
39:06 Avoiding Sleep Disruptors
40:48 The Importance of Routine and Naps
43:42 Challenges of Night Shift Work
47:17 Impact of Light on Sleep
58:55 Food and Circadian Rhythms
Up Next
Next week, we’re delighted to welcome consultant psychiatrist Professor Steve Peters to discuss his work in optimising human performance. From the NHS to elite sport, Steve helps people understand how the mind works, gain insight into their own minds, and develop the skills to optimize individual performance and quality of life. We discuss his famous chimp model, imposter syndrome, and the antecedents of high performance.
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EPISODE 10: Mastering Sleep for High-Stakes Environments
In this episode, Martin and Jonpaul talk to Professor Colin Espie, a world-leading expert on sleep and treating sleep disorders, particularly using cognitive behavioural therapeutics (CBTI) to treat insomnia disorder. They discuss how sleep contributes to physical and mental health, the five principles of sleep health and the treatment options for insomnia. They debunk myths such as a 'sleepless elite’ & explore the intricate relationship between sleep, memory consolidation and trauma recovery.
Guest, Cast & Crew
Colin Espie is a professor of sleep medicine in the Nuffield Department of Clinical Neurosciences at the University of Oxford, where he founded the Experimental and Clinical Sleep Medicine Research Program at the Sir Jules Thorne Sleep and Circadian Research Institute. He is also the Clinical Director of the Oxford Online Programme in Sleep Medicine and has published over 300 scientific papers and several important books on the subject of sleep. Colin is also the co-founder of Big Health, which created Sleepio, a digital treatment for insomnia.
Hosted by Martin Jones & Jonpaul Nevin https://www.ophp.co.uk
Edited by Bess Manley
Produced by Wavell Room https://wavellroom.com/
Resources
Colin’s profile & contact info https://www.ndcn.ox.ac.uk/team/colin-espie Oxford Online Programme in Sleep Medicine https://www.scni.ox.ac.uk/study-with-us Sleepio – a digital treatment for insomnia https://www.bighealth.com/sleepio Colin’s books https://colinespie.com/author/ The 5 Principles of Sleep Health https://colinespie.com/sleep-resources/If you enjoy this content, please like and subscribe so we can keep improving. Remember to visit Wavell Room for their latest articles, podcasts, and newsletters.
Chapters
00:42 Introducing Professor Colin Espie
01:39 The Importance of Sleep in Mental Health
04:15 Why Sleep is Crucial: Physiological and Cognitive Perspectives
06:07 Sleep Deprivation and Its Consequences
14:34 The Concept of the Sleepless Elite
19:52 The Five Principles of Sleep Health
27:16 The Importance of Sleep in Peak Performance
28:14 Understanding Insomnia
31:12 Treatment Options for Insomnia
34:03 The Role of Alcohol in Sleep
36:11 Sleep Banking and Deprivation Training
43:15 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia
49:51 Final Thoughts on Sleep Health
Up Next
Next week, we’re taking a second deep dive into the science of sleep, this time with Professor Russell Foster, a world-leading expert on the mysterious phenomenon of circadian rhythms, which play a crucial role in optimal human performance.
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EPISODE 9: Maximizing Mental Fitness with Outdoor Wellbeing Coaching
Martin and Jonpaul are joined by Emma Higginson-Smith and Martin Brennan from The Green Room, which provides outdoor well-being coaching, leadership, and organisational development to maximise mental fitness and prevent burnout. They discuss the importance of mental fitness and the role of wellbeing coaching and introduce the concept of the ‘green room’.
Guest, Cast & Crew
Martin Brennan was a police officer for 30 years and has represented UK Policing at the United Nations as an advisor to UN peacekeeping missions. He has led police teams during high-risk dynamic investigations. Today, he is an international expedition leader and an experienced outdoor wellbeing coach.
Emma Higginson-Smith is a high-impact behaviour change coach and consultant. She is committed to personal and organisational wellbeing & is passionate about human performance, health, nutrition and the benefits of the outdoors.
Hosted by Martin Jones & Jonpaul Nevin https://www.ophp.co.uk
Edited by Bess Manley
Produced by Wavell Room https://wavellroom.com/
Resources
https://tgrcoaching.co.uk/[email protected]@tgrcoaching.co.ukIf you enjoy this content, please like and subscribe so we can keep improving. Remember to visit Wavell Room for the latest articles, podcasts, and newsletters.
Chapters
02:00 The Importance of Coaching
04:48 Inspiration Behind The Green Room
13:50 Understanding Mental Fitness
15:51 Challenges in Promoting Mental Fitness
20:21 Societal Stress and Mental Health
25:56 The Fascination with the Outdoors
26:31 Rediscovering the Inner Child
29:03 The Benefits of Nature on Mental Health
31:59 Personalizing Your Green Space
38:27 The Importance of Mental Fitness
41:28 The Future of The Green Room
46:08 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
Up Next
Next week, Colin Espie, professor of sleep medicine at the University of Oxford, will join us. Colin is a world-leading expert on sleep and the treatment of sleep disorders, particularly the use of cognitive behavioural therapeutics to treat insomnia disorder.
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EPISODE 8: Feeding the Force: A Tactical Dietitian’s Guide to Optimal Health & Performance
In this episode, Martin and Jonpaul talk to tactical dietician Dr. Will Conkright about the role of a dietitian in the military and the challenges he faces. We dive into the basics of optimal nutrition and examine how people working in high-stress, high-stakes environments can leverage good nutritional habits to positively influence physical and cognitive performance, rest, recovery and sleep.
Guest, Cast & Crew
Dr Will Conkright is a registered dietitian and researcher with over 16 years of experience in clinical, academic and research settings. He primarily works with high-reliability populations, focusing on military operational stress, training and recovery.
Hosted by Martin Jones & Jonpaul Nevin https://www.ophp.co.uk
Edited by Bess Manley
Produced by Wavell Room https://wavellroom.com/
Resources
Operational Supplement Safety https://www.opss.org/ Will’s email [email protected]If you enjoy this content, please like and subscribe so we can keep improving. Remember to visit Wavell Room for their latest articles, podcasts, and newsletters.
Chapters
00:42 Introducing Dr. Will Conkright
01:35 Will's Background and Military Experience
04:35 The Role of a Dietitian in the Military
12:31 Fundamentals of Good Nutrition
21:17 Challenges and Strategies in High-Stress Environments
26:49 Holistic Health and Fitness in the U.S. Army
30:06 Nutrition's Impact on Cognitive Performance and Sleep
33:38 Supplements for Performance and Recovery
40:15 Precision Performance Nutrition
43:58 Future Trends in Nutrition
Up Next
Next week, we’ll be joined by The Green Room, to talk about mental fitness and how wellbeing coaching, leadership and organizational development can help maintain and improve it.
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EPISODE 7:
Navigating Uncertainty - Insights from Mission Critical Teams
Martin and Jonpaul speak with Dr. Preston Cline, co-founder and principal of the Mission Critical Team Institute. They discuss the characteristics of effective mission-critical teams, how to improve cohesion and facilitate within-career transitions, both into and out of these high-stress roles.
Guest, Cast & Crew
Preston is the co-founder and principal at the Mission Critical Team Institute, where he also serves as the director of research. He co-founded the Mission Critical Team Institute to support the instructor cadres of small teams that compromise indigenously trained and educated experts who perform in high-pressure environments where the consequences of failure can be catastrophic. He has supported military special operations, emergency medicine, tactical law enforcement, aerospace, and urban and wilderness firefighting organizations.
Hosted by Martin Jones & Jonpaul Nevin https://www.ophp.co.uk
Edited by Bess Manley
Produced by Wavell Room https://wavellroom.com/
Resources
MCTI Resources https://missioncti.com/resources/MCTI Teamcast https://teamcast.missioncti.comIf you're enjoying this content, please like and subscribe so we can keep improving. And remember to visit Wavell Room for their latest articles, podcasts and newsletters.
Chapters
01:57 Preston Cline's Background and Career Journey
04:16 Defining Mission Critical Teams
09:44 Characteristics of Successful Teams
13:17 The Importance of Hardship and Adversity
15:43 The Mission Critical Team Institute
18:49 Navigating Uncertainty in High-Stress Environments
27:30 Building Cohesion in Tactical Swarms
30:14 The Importance of After Action Reviews
32:50 Challenges with the Post-COVID Generation
34:53 The Role of Introversion and Extroversion
36:07 Training Environment and White Space
40:01 Data Discipline and Technology Addiction
42:50 Onboarding New Team Members
46:44 Career Transitions and Mental Health
Up Next
Next week, we talk to tactical dietician Dr. Will Conkright about the role of a dietitian in the military. We will dive into the basics of optimal nutrition and examine how people working in high-stress, high-stakes environments can leverage good nutritional habits to positively influence physical and cognitive performance, rest, recovery, and sleep.
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EPISODE 6: Resilience and Mental Toughness
Martin Jones and Jonpaul are joined by human performance expert Professor Daniel Gucciardi to explore resilience as an emergent outcome in high-performance settings.
Guest, Cast & Crew
Daniel Gucciardi is a professor at Curtin University. He is a distinguished expert on stress, resilience and mental toughness and has published more than 150 peer-reviewed articles. His research focuses on personal and contextual factors related to high performance, health behaviours and wellbeing in contexts such as sport, education and the workplace.
Hosted by Martin Jones & Jonpaul Nevin https://www.ophp.co.uk
Edited by Bess Manley
Produced by Wavell Room https://wavellroom.com
Resources
http://www.danielgucciardi.com.au/ https://staffportal.curtin.edu.au/staff/profile/view/daniel-gucciardi-678a620f/If you're enjoying this content, please like and subscribe so we can keep improving. And remember to visit WavellRoom.com for their latest articles, podcasts and newsletters.
Chapters
00:42 Guest Introduction: Professor Daniel Gucciardi
03:42 Defining Resilience
07:54 Exploring Mental Toughness
13:45 Measuring Resilience
24:35 Reflection Techniques
30:50 Team Resilience
33:12 Future Research and Final Thoughts
Up Next
Next week…Dr. Preston Cline, co-founder of the Mission Critical Institute, joins us to discuss the characteristics of effective mission-critical teams, and how to improve cohesion & facilitate career transitions in high-stress roles.
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EPISODE 5: Optimising Tactical Physical Training for Peak Performance
In this episode, Martin & Jonpaul are joined by Professor Rob Orr, director of the Tactical Research Unit at Bond University. They discuss optimising training for physically demanding tasks as well as sedentary working, the relationship between physical fitness and cognitive performance, and the value of an individualised approach to training.
Guest, Cast & Crew
Professor Rob Orr served in the Australian Army for over 20 years as an infantry soldier, physical training instructor, uniformed physiotherapist and human performance officer. In his role at the Tactical Research Unit at Bond University, Rob provides research, consultancy and educational services for law enforcement, military and firefighters across five continents. With more than 300 published research papers and technical reports on tactical populations, Rob focuses on providing pragmatic research evidence to the tactical community.
Hosted by Martin Jones & Jonpaul Nevin https://www.ophp.co.uk
Edited by Bess Manley
Produced by Wavell Room https://wavellroom.com/
Resources
https://tru.bond.edu.au [email protected] (email)facebook.com/TacticalResearchUnitlinkedin.com/in/rob-orr-41075870If you enjoy this content, please like and subscribe so we can keep improving. Remember to visit Wavell Room for their latest articles, podcasts, and newsletters.
Chapters
00:42 Rob’s Background
05:11 Defining the Tactical Athlete
07:44 Optimising Load Carriage Performance
09:54 Training Strategies for Tactical Personnel
13:00 Challenges in Tactical Training Programs
18:28 Physical and Cognitive Demands of Tactical Roles
24:00 Principles of Effective Training
25:34 Specificity and Home Field Advantage
26:50 Aging and Fitness Decline
29:26 Challenges of Modern Recruits
35:33 Biological Differences in Fitness
39:44 Body Armor and Equipment Design
44:33 Final Thoughts and Advice
Up Next
Next week, we welcome eminent scientist Professor Daniel Guicciardi. Dan is a distinguished expert on stress, resilience and mental toughness. In our discussion, we scrutinise resilience - the personal factors that aid it, how it applies to teams and the practical strategies that can help people improve it.
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EPISODE 4: The Perfection Trap
This week, Martin & Jonpaul are joined by Dr Thomas Curran, a world-leading expert on perfectionism. They break down perfectionism to understand what it really is and challenge some of the myths that link perfectionism with high performance. How we can prevent perfectionism from hindering our health, wellbeing, productivity and performance?
Guest, Cast & Crew
Dr Thomas Curran is an Associate Professor at the London School of Economics. He's a world-leading expert on perfectionism whose work has been featured in Time magazine, the Harvard Business Review, New Scientist, and the Times of London, to mention just a few. In 2018, he gave a Tedmed talk that’s well worth a watch, entitled ‘Our Dangerous Obsession With Perfectionism is Getting Worse’, and just last year, he published his debut book, ‘The Perfection Trap’.
Hosted by Martin Jones & Jonpaul Nevin https://www.ophp.co.uk
Edited by Bess Manley
Produced by Wavell Room https://wavellroom.com
Resources
Find Tom on Linkedin https://uk.linkedin.com/in/thom-curran ‘The Perfection Trap’ by Thomas Curran https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/1847943861/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?ie=UTF8&qid=&sr= Tom’s TED talkhttps://www.ted.com/talks/thomas_curran_our_dangerous_obsession_with_perfectionism_is_getting_worse?language=en
‘Connected’ by John Spencer.If you're enjoying this content, please like and subscribe so we can keep improving. And remember to visit Wavell Room for their latest articles, podcasts and newsletters.
Chapters
01:25 Introducing Tom
04:07 Perfectionism and its Impact
08:04 The Influence of Social Media and Secularization
11:25 The Experience of Perfectionism
12:48 Perfectionism and Mood Disorders
20:48 Debunking the Notion of Healthy Perfectionism
24:09 Perfectionism in Covert Environments
26:00 Different Types of Perfectionism
26:42 Other-Oriented Perfectionism
33:25 Creating a Culture of Psychological Safety
37:41 The STOP 5 Model for Reflection and Learning
40:01 Perfectionists and Withholding Effort
52:25 Reframing Perfectionism as a Hindrance
Up Next
Join us for an eye-opening discussion with Professor Rob Orr, director of the Tactical Research Unit at Bond University. We discuss the relationship between physical fitness and cognitive performance and uncover the value of an individualized approach to training.
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EPISODE 3
Leadership and Wellbeing: Lessons and Insights from a Policing Career
In this episode, Martin & Jonpaul are joined by Tim Jacques - former Deputy Assistant Commissioner at the UK’s Counterterrorism Policing HQ. They discuss health and wellbeing in high-stress positions and the role of senior leaders in optimising wellbeing and performance.
Guest, Cast & Crew
Tim Jacques retired in February 2024 after 37 years in policing. He completed his service as a Deputy Assistant Commissioner in UK Counter Terrorism's Policing Headquarters based in New Scotland Yard. Counter Terrorism Policing is an 8,000 people strong collaboration of UK Police Forces who work with the United Kingdom's Intelligence Agencies, His Majesty's Government, the Ministry of Defence and other partners to counter the threat to UK interests from all forms of terrorism. Tim had strategic responsibility for all counterterrorism policing Prevent and Pursue activities.
Hosted by Martin Jones & Jonpaul Nevin https://www.ophp.co.uk
Edited by Bess Manley
Produced by Wavell Room https://wavellroom.com/
Resources
Tim on Linkedin https://uk.linkedin.com/in/tim-jacques-50104423 The National Police Wellbeing Service https://www.oscarkilo.org.ukViktor Frankl ‘Man’s Search for Meaning’Martin Seligman ‘Flourish’Alan Cohen ‘Radical Contentment: The Power of Enough’If you enjoy this content, please like and subscribe so we can keep improving. Remember to visit wavell room for the latest articles, podcasts & newsletters.
Chapters
00:42 Introducing Tim Jacques: A Policing Career in Review
01:09 The Importance of Well-being in High-Stress Roles
05:09 Understanding Human Performance in Policing
08:02 The Evolution of the Oscar Kilo Program
18:35 Strategies for Personal Well-being and Performance
29:58 Advice for Leaders on Fostering Wellbeing
32:25 Final Thoughts and How to Connect with Tim
Up Next
Look out for our next episode with Dr Thomas Curran, a world-leading expert on perfectionism. We challenge some of the myths that link perfectionism with high performance and discuss how we can prevent perfectionism from hindering our health, wellbeing, productivity and performance.
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EPISODE 2: Next Generation Mindfulness: the New Frontier for Peak Performance
In this episode, Martin & Jonpaul are joined by social psychologist Dr Jutta Tobias-Mortlock to discuss the role that mindfulness training can play in high-performance settings.
Guest, Cast & Crew
Jutta Tobias-Mortlock is a reader in organisational psychology at City University and is the co-director of its Centre for Excellence in Mindfulness Research.
Hosted by Martin Jones & Jonpaul Nevin https://www.ophp.co.uk
Edited by Bess Manley
Produced by Wavell Room https://wavellroom.com/
Resources
Jutta’s contact https://www.city.ac.uk/about/people/academics/jutta-tobias-mortlock# Centre for Excellence in Mindfulness Research www.mindfulness-science.com Ellen Langer https://psychology.fas.harvard.edu/people/ellen-langer Viktor Frankl ‘Man’s Search for Meaning’If you're enjoying this content, please like and subscribe so we can keep improving. And remember to visit Wavell Room for their latest articles, podcasts and newsletters.
Chapters
00:41 Mindfulness in High Performance
02:29 The Essence and Evolution of Mindfulness
05:44 Mindfulness as a Tool for Engagement and Decision-Making
06:32 Challenging Traditional Mindfulness Programs in High-Performance Settings
10:24 Practical Applications of Mindfulness in High-Stress Environments
17:34 The Limitations of Commercial Mindfulness Programs
23:04 The Story of the Honey Badgers
26:02 Exploring Team Mindfulness Training
28:37 NextGen Mindfulness
35:51 Challenges and Strategies in Mindful Organizing
39:54 The Journey Towards Mindful Organizations
48:58 Closing Thoughts and Future Directions
Up Next
Keep an eye out for our upcoming episode featuring Tim Jacques, former Deputy Assistant Commissioner at the UK’s Counterterrorism Policing HQ. We'll have a fascinating discussion about health and well-being in high-stress positions, and the role of senior leaders in optimising well-being and performance.
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EPISODE 1: The Role of Psychology in Human Performance Optimization
This week, Martin & Jonpaul talk to eminent psychologist Professor Michael Matthews. Mike shares insights from his extensive career across a wide-range of topics including the importance of non-cognitive factors such as grit, developing character traits and the role of organisational culture.
Guest, Cast & Crew
Michael Matthews is professor of engineering psychology in the Department of Behavioral Sciences and Leadership at the United States Military Academy at West Point. He has authored over 250 scientific papers and is the co-editor of several leading texts.
Hosted by Martin Jones & Jonpaul Nevin https://www.ophp.co.uk
Edited by Bess Manley
Produced by Wavell Room https://wavellroom.com/
Resources
· Mike’s email [email protected]
· Psychology Today https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb
· Human Performance Optimization: The Science and Ethics of Enhancing Human Capabilitieshttps://academic.oup.com/book/1587
· Headstrong: How Psychology is Revolutionizing War https://academic.oup.com/book/36963
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Chapters
00:42 Introducing Professor Michael Matthews
03:29 Prof Matthews' Journey: From Police Officer to leading Psychologist
07:33 Exploring Non-Cognitive Factors
10:32 The Grit Factor
17:45 Character Development and Organizational Culture
22:38 The Crucial Role of Character in Leadership
25:24 The Pitfalls of Short-Term Wins Over Long-Term Success
27:20 The Multidisciplinary Nature of Human Performance Optimization
28:09 The 'Shiny Object Syndrome'
31:38 The Psychological Warfare of Modern Conflicts
35:43 The Weaponization of Social Media in Warfare
39:33 Improving Situational Awareness and Counteracting Misinformation
43:23 Closing Thoughts
Up Next
Our next episode will be released on 20th May, when our guest is social psychologist Dr Jutta Tobias Mortlock. We discuss the role that mindfulness training can play in high-performance settings.
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1 week before the launch of the optimising human performance podcast, Martin introduces the first episode due in May 2024.
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Hear from Martin Jones and Jonpaul Nevin in this trailer for the Optimising Human Performance Podcast.
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