Research Matters Podcast

In the Research Matters Podcast, I interview leading scientific researchers in psychology and other social sciences in an effort to understand what they do that makes them productive. This podcast is intended to help graduate students, professors, and scientists learn actionable strategies that can help them in their own research endeavors. I strive to help draw out the tips, tricks, habits, and routines of extraordinarily productive researchers.In these interviews, we cover topics like:How to develop a programmatic line of researchHow to build a team of amazing collaboratorsGetting things doneWriting productivelyGrant writing strategiesCreating an effective research labApplying design thinking to researchHow to develop great research ideasWhen to turn your research into a bookManaging grad studentsMaintain a balance with other aspects of life, such as health, fun, and familyHow to choose which projects to invest inHow to be efficientAnd much more…

Research Matters Podcast is a science podcast hosted by Jason Luoma, Ph.D., with 25 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Jason Luoma, Ph.D. hosts Research Matters Podcast, a science show with 25 episodes published.

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  Episode #3

  Mary Alvord, PhD, on Building Resilience, Scaling Access, and Practice-Based Research in Real-World Settings

  Sep 22, 202547 minS3

  <p >Dr. Mary Alvord is a clinical psychologist with over four decades of experience, known for her innovative work integrating cognitive-behavioral therapy with resilience training for youth. As founder of Alvord, Baker & Associates and the nonprofit Resilience Across Borders, Dr. Alvord has led a groundbreaking effort to merge clinical practice, research, and social impact. </p> <p >In this episode, she shares how her early experiences as the daughter of immigrants shaped her mission to provide equitable mental health support for underserved communities. We explore her transition from private practice to conducting research in school-based and low-resource settings, her challenges navigating t...

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  Louis Castonguay, PhD, on Practice Research Networks, Mutual Respect in Science, and the Joy of Collaboration

  Jul 15, 202546 minS3

  <p >Louis Castonguay, Ph.D., is a professor of psychology at Penn State University and a leading figure in contemporary psychotherapy research. With a career spanning decades, Dr. Castonguay has focused on what truly makes psychotherapy work—examining the variables that shape client outcomes, therapeutic relationships, and the process of change. </p> <p >But perhaps what sets him apart most is his leadership in Practice Research Networks (PRNs), collaborative research communities that unite clinicians, researchers, and stakeholders to study therapy as it actually happens in real-world settings. In this episode, we talk about how these networks got started, what keeps the...

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  Dr. Jackie Persons on Integrating Research into Private Practice and Advancing CBT

  Oct 29, 202448 minS3

  <p >Dr. Jacqueline (Jackie) Persons is a distinguished clinician, researcher, and Clinical Professor at the University of California, Berkeley. She served as president of the Association of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies (ABCT) in 1999 and currently works in private practice at the Oakland Cognitive Behavior Therapy Center. With over 35 years of experience, Dr. Persons is recognized globally for her pioneering work in integrating research into private practice, particularly in the areas of case formulation and measurement-based care. </p> <p >In this insightful conversation, we dive into Dr. Persons' unique journey, exploring how she built a thriving private practice while contributing significantly t...

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  Patricia Arean, PhD: Effective Strategies for Community Engagement and Digital Innovations in Mental Health Research.

  Oct 2, 202453 minS3

  <p >Dr. Patricia Arean is is the Director of the Division of Services and Intervention Research at the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), as well as a clinical researcher and former professor at the University of Washington’s Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Arean has focused her career on increasing access to mental health services for underserved communities. She has led multiple research initiatives, including the UW Alacrity Center, which aims to redesign psychosocial interventions for underserved populations, and the Creative Lab, which explores digital mental health solutions using mobile technology. </p> <p >...

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  Episode #8

  Tony Biglan, Ph.D., on balancing funding with following your true passions

  Aug 9, 20211h 4mS2

  <p>Tony Biglan, Ph.D., is a Senior Scientist at Oregon Research Institute and Co-Director of the Promise Neighborhood Research Consortium. For the past thirty years, he has conducted research in the development and prevention of child and adolescent problem behavior. He is a former president of the Society for Prevention Research and was a member of the Institute of Medicine Committee on Prevention. As a member of Oregon’s Alcohol and Drug Policy Commission, he has helped to develop a strategic plan for implementing comprehensive evidence-based interventions throughout Oregon.</p> <p>Dr. Biglan is the founder of Values to Acti...

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