Best Cognition Amp Co Podcasts (2025)

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Bone health and menopause 23:52

4d ago23:52

23:52

Another important topic to cover and one which many of us ignore, to a certain extent, until something untoward happens…often out of the blue. We chat through the importance of looking into and taking preventative measures from as early an age as possible, very much taking a holistic approach. What are your bone cells actually up to as you move aro…

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Neurodiversity and menopause 35:23

11d ago35:23

35:23

With the overlap of symptoms between neurodiverse conditions and the menopause it can all become a very complex topic…having a better understanding of how everything interacts is essential, especially where medication is concerned. To help to explain everything we’re delighted to welcome onto the podcast Trudi Roscouet who explains brilliantly what…

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Heart health and the Menopause 26:35

18d ago26:35

26:35

Looking after you heart health is a must for everyone, regardless of gender, but there remains a low level of awareness of the importance of heart health in women and then you get those fluctuating hormones into the mix aswell. We chat through the preventative measures everyone can look into…general awareness of risk factors, the importance of life…

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Nutrition and the Menopause 34:36

25d ago34:36

34:36

In this episode we focus on the importance of looking at what you’re eating & drinking and why it’s important not to exclude any of the major food groups, starting with the macro-nutrients. We’re delighted to welcome nutritionist, Jackie Lynch onto the podcast to talk us through everything in more details. We tackle the topic of those sugar spikes,…

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Christmas Special 24:52

5M ago24:52

24:52

2024 Christmas, end of year round up. We thought it would be nice to end the year with a one off episode to help you keep on track over the festive period and to provide a brief summary of some relevant key messages, now the NICE guidelines have been updated. Don’t forget there are 2 series (6 episodes in each) already released, packed with an abun…

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Relationships and the impact of the menopause. 42:19

6M ago42:19

42:19

Do menopausal symptoms have an impact on relationships, and do our relationships affect our views on and use of HRT …well, we’re all different, but for some people if can really have a significant impact. For those it does affect, whether at home or within the workplace, we’re delighted to say Dr Claire Macaulay has joined us again, this time with …

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Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) and early menopause. 20:32

7M ago20:32

20:32

No one is too young to be menopausal. Sadly this statement is true with a significant percentage of people falling into the POI bracket which means they will be under 40 years old and then a further group of people falling into the early menopause bracket which is between the ages of 40 and 45 years. We talk about the relevance of blood tests and h…

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Side effects of HRT, menstruation and general bleeding problems. 28:47

7M ago28:47

28:47

Periods… wouldn’t it be wonderful to have a period free life, just saying… Currently HRT is the first line treatment for menopausal symptoms but, there is no way of predicting how you as an individual might react to HRT before trying it and remember, we’re all different. Why it’s important to have a check up 3 months after starting HRT - what side …

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Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) an excellent alternative option. 21:04

7M ago21:04

21:04

CBT is a fabulous option to consider if HRT isn’t a viable option; either you can’t take it, don’t want to take it or it just doesn’t suit you. CBT also works really well in combination with HRT. Dr Becky Smithson joins us to give us an insight into how it all works alongside explaining the human stress response… You will also learn that CBT isn’t …

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HRT and the risk of hormone dependent cancers like breast cancer. 34:54

7M ago34:54

34:54

HRT and the risk of hormone dependent cancers like breast cancer. HRT is such a complex topic which, combined with people’s perception of risk, can all become very confusing and for some far too daunting to even consider…we run through further pros & cons. Remember there’s a potential risk with any medication you chose to take…we continue to discus…

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The basics about HRT and much more. 37:13

8M ago37:13

37:13

We’ve decided to take the bull by the horns and tackle the huge topic of HRT. In this episode we discuss which hormones we’re actually talking about that tend to flip about and go all wonky. We talk about tweaking the type, dose and route… taking an individualised approach and what is the ‘window of opportunity’. We run through the benefits and ris…

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Carrying on with the Urogenital symptoms - the urinary & bladder symptoms. 21:31

11M ago21:31

21:31

What a huge impact these symptoms can have on your quality of life yet, remarkably, they remain some of the most under reported & under treated ones. We completely understand that it can be very embarrassing going and talking about these symptoms but there is so much help you can get alongside things you can do yourself so please don’t hesitate to …

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Vulvas, vaginas - those Urogenital symptoms. 22:32

11M ago22:32

22:32

These are some of the most under reported, under treated symptoms and fall into the category of your longterm symptoms, although we realise that for some of you the others you might be experiencing can often feel like long term ones as well! We go through a quick recap about your basic anatomy…this can often be a tad hazy for a few folk and then st…

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The psychological & emotional symptoms. 18:42

11M ago18:42

18:42

Thankfully there has been increased awareness about these symptoms in relation to the Menopause in recent years. They are incredibly common and can be some of the most debilitating symptoms that people will experience…but don’t forget, not everyone will experience these symptoms. It can be challenging for some people to identify the cause of these …

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Joint pains and bone health. 18:25

12M ago18:25

18:25

We continue to take a holistic approach as we discuss the symptoms which are often surprising ones for many people when it comes to the menopause… those joints aches & pains, as well as thinking about your long term bone health. We chat about the importance of preventative measures to take alongside the options available to cope with these symptoms…

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Vasomotor symptoms - Hot Flushes & Night sweats. 19:08

12M ago19:08

19:08

We’re talking hot flushes & night sweats, also known as those vasomotor symptoms - but maybe you’re one of the lucky individuals who never experiences any of these, or you might have cold chills instead. We discuss why you can experience them in the first place, what options are available for you to help manage these symptoms, including what you ca…

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Menopause Matters - Let's Talk 22:07

12M ago22:07

22:07

Flipping Estrogen. In this introductory episode we chat through some of the basics about the menopause. Why there is such a range of symptoms & why we all have such differing experiences. We discuss diagnosis & blood tests and we touch on the variety of different symptoms associated with the menopause - which will be discussed in further episodes, …

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Episode 20 - Hiatus 3:25

3+ y ago3:25

3:25

For the past 2 years, this podcast has been so much fun to create and produce, however as I step into my professional training I need to focus my attention on my studies. Thank you for being a part of this incredible journey and I hope that you've learned something for these interactions with other professionals. If this podcast has helped or assis…

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Episode 19 - Phelophepa Healthcare Train - Lekha Daya 1:07:03

3+ y ago1:07:03

1:07:03

In this episode of the Cognition & Co Podcast we talk to Counselling Psychologist Lekha Daya about her time on the Phelophepa Healthcare Train as Acting Manager of the Psychology Department. The Transnet Foundation started the Phelophepa Healthcare Train initiative in 1994; the two globally recognized flagship primary healthcare trains are fondly n…

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Episode 18 - Body Acceptance & Mental Health - Sara Puhto 1:00:19

3+ y ago1:00:19

1:00:19

In this long awaited episode of the Cognition & Co Podcast; Psychology in South Africa we take a look at body acceptance and how one young lady is single-handedly normalizing the human body, one photograph at a time. Sara Puhto is a 25 year old Psychology student from Finland, who grew up in Singapore. She came to South Africa in 2016 to study an u…

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Episode 17 - UNIBS Counselling Psychology Internship - Nicole Docherty 43:56

4y ago43:56

43:56

Ever wanted to know what was covered in a Counselling Psychology Internship? Here's your chance to find out more about one of the top Counselling internships in South Africa. In this episode we're joined by Nicole Docherty from the Unit for Professional Training and Service in the Behavioural Sciences (UNIBS) at the University of the Free State. Ni…

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Episode 16 - Cycle4MentalHealth 49:17

4y ago49:17

49:17

#CYCLE4MENTALHEALTH Cognition & Co is extremely proud to announce that we will be partnering with and supporting the Cycle4MentalHealth team as they raise funds and awareness for mental health in South Africa. Manuel van der Neut & Joshua McQuirk will be embarking on a 1600km journey across South Africa by bicycle to raise funds for the South Afric…

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Episode 15 - Masters Mentorship Network - Part 2 - Liesl Morris & Amy Davison 1:07:00

4+ y ago1:07:00

1:07:00

From the minute Cognition & Co had launched, our goal was to safeguard the mental health of the Psychology students of South Africa. In 2019, we launched our Masters Mentorship Network in an attempt to create an actual intervention that could motivate, inspire, and support any student that would be applying for a professional Masters degree at one …

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Episode 14 - Masters Mentorship Network - Part 1 - Dylan Benyon 15:09

4+ y ago15:09

15:09

From the minute Cognition & Co had launched, our goal was to safeguard the mental health of the Psychology students of South Africa. In 2019, we launched our Masters Mentorship Network in an attempt to create an actual intervention that could motivate, inspire, and support any student that would be applying for a professional Masters degree at one …

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Episode 13 - BPsych Series Part 2 - Registered Counsellor - Savannah Naick 34:30

4+ y ago34:30

34:30

Interested in becoming a Registered Counsellor and provide short-term counselling interventions? Then you're listening to the right podcast! This two part series covers the BPsych and BPsych Equivalent programmes allow graduates the ability to register as either a Registered Counsellor or Psychometrist and work within the field of professional psyc…

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Episode 12 - BPsych Series Part 1 - Psychometry - Boipelo Noko 1:13:56

4+ y ago1:13:56

1:13:56

Ever wondered what the shortest route to becoming an HPCSA registered professional is? That's right; the BPsych and BPsych Equivalent programmes allow graduates the ability to register as either a Registered Counsellor or Psychometrist and work within the field of professional psychology in South Africa. On this first episode of this BPsych Series,…

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Episode 11 - Masters Selections; For Loved Ones - Dr Kameshnee Ramasamy 34:58

4+ y ago34:58

34:58

Masters Selections; For Loved Ones.Every year, hundreds of students apply for various Psychology Masters programmes around South Africa. Students pour their hearts and minds into applications and autobiographies in the hopes that a university will select them to interview for a space in the class of the following year. While this time is stressful …

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Episode 10 - Neuropsychology & UCT MA in Neuropsychology - Prof Susan Malcolm-Smith 21:38

4+ y ago21:38

21:38

In this episode, we're joined by Professor Susan Malcolm-Smith, Neuropsychologist and Associate Professor at the University of Cape Town. Professor Malcolm-Smith is also the programme convener for the UCT Master in Arts in Neuropsychology. Together we discuss recent developments within the field of Neuropsychology in South Africa and find out more …

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Episode 9 - Student Experience - Vhonani Maboga 33:15

4+ y ago33:15

33:15

On this show, we speak to Vhonani Maboga about his experience studying Clinical Psychology at the University of Limpopo. Not only will we discuss Vhonani's subjective experience but we will also discuss his experience as a mentor in the Cognition & Co Masters Mentorship Network.Vhonani is a second-year MA Clinical Psychology student at the Universi…

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Episode 8 - Burnout & Self-care for Psychologists & Students - Rakhi Beekrum 31:43

5y ago31:43

31:43

From BURNOUT to Procrasti-BAKING! On this episode of the Cognition & Co Podcast - Psychology in South Africa; we talk to Counselling Psychologist, Rakhi Beekrum, about her experience adapting to the changes brought about by the Global Pandemic. We discuss the topic of burnout and how to identify the signs and symptoms. Rakhi helps us understand how…

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Episode 7 - Cyberpsychology & Online Interviews - Dr Julie Ancis 46:57

5y ago46:57

46:57

On this episode of the Cognition & Co Podcast: Psychology in South Africa, we talk to Dr Julie Ancis about the emerging field of Cyberpsychology. Julie Ancis currently is Professor of Psychology and Director of Cyberpsychology at the New Jersey Institute of Technology. She was previously a professor at Georgia State University for 15 years and Asso…

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Episode 6 - COVID-19 & Mental Health: Role of Psychologists - Lauren Davis 56:34

5y ago56:34

56:34

Don't be CUC, be LECKA. As we learn more about the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, we need to evaluate what we know and what we can do to ensure our mental health and well-being. We asked Lauren Davis to join us on the Podcast today to expand on her segment from the Cognition & Conversation event in March 2020. Together we look at what has happened sinc…

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Episode 5 - Research; Where to Start? 34:25

5y ago34:25

34:25

In this episode, Dylan covers getting your research started by discussing the where's and how's associated with the topic. We take a look at some of the literature available on research and learn how to find an area of interest. From there we take a look at how to develop a research question while listening to examples of both good and bad research…

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Episode 4 - Social Media & Psychology Students - Cayley Jorgensen & Nina Striglia 48:33

5y ago48:33

48:33

In this episode, we take a look into the ever expanding world of social media and where Psychology students fall into it. We talk to Registered Counsellor, Cayley Jorgensen, about the pro's and con's of social media, as well as some tips on how to manage your online presence as a professional. We then speak to Nina Striglia, a registered Psychometr…

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Episode 3 - Student Experience - Adrian Campos Chacon 42:20

5y ago42:20

42:20

On this show, we speak to Adrian Campos about his experience studying Clinical Psychology at North-West University. We also look at the challenges faced by students that are foreign nationals, as well as more details on the programme offered at NWU. Adrian also has his very own podcast that you can check out - The Naked Show. If you enjoyed this Po…

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Episode 2 - Applications & Referee Reports - Christopher Kemp 1:20:00

5y ago1:20:00

1:20:00

In this episode of the Cognition & Co Podcast, we host Clinical Psychologist Christopher Kemp and discuss the process of applying for a Masters degree in Psychology in South Africa. Chris gives us some insight into his journey through Psychology, as well as what to look out for when completing you applications. We also touch on the topic of referee…

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Episode 1 - Student Experience - Monique Van Hattum 55:14

5y ago55:14

55:14

In this episode, we're joined by Monique Van Hattum. She is a registered Independent Psychometrist and Clinical Psychology student at SMU. She will be discussing her experience getting rejected from masters and what it felt like to be accepted. We'll take a look in to other aspects of the selection process, as well as discuss the paradigms that Sef…

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Episode 1 Trailer 0:50

5y ago0:50

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Trailer introducing listeners to the Podcast and explaining what they can expect to hear over the coming monts.

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