Professor P with Dr.Peykar
What does it take to be influential in today's world? Dr. Parsa Peykar -Mental performance consultant, university professor, and author- joined by world-class experts from diverse fields explore practical lessons on leadership, influence, and service.Each episode of the Professor P Podcast is designed like a mini research project, built around a central “research question” tied to the theme. Every episode unfolds in three parts: 1.Book Review or Art Analysis – exploring ideas that set the stage.2. Expert Conversation – insights from leading voices across diverse fields. 3. Student Reflections – real feedback and fresh perspectives from university students. Across all episodes, one theme remains constant: every guest leaves listeners with at least one simple act of kindness to put into practice. The Professor P Podcast is a fun, engaging “university” for everyone—delivering both educational and experimental lessons to inspire you to grow, lead, and make an impact in your chosen field. More than a podcast, it’s a movement to add value to your life—and to encourage you to add value to others. 📩 We’d love to hear from you! Share your comments, ideas, or just say hi: contact@parsapeykar.com
Episodes
Why do we remain loyal to people, teams, organizations, and leaders—even when they disappoint us?
Why will a sports fan defend their team for decades?
Why will an employee stay committed to a company through difficult times?
Why can people defend a leader they once admired, even when that leader is clearly wrong?
And why does leaving something we've invested years into sometimes feel almost impossible?
In Episode 7 of The Psy...
Every day, someone is trying to change your mind.
A politician.
A coach.
A parent.
A salesperson.
A leader.
A friend.
And sometimes... you are the one doing the persuading.
But here's the fascinating part:
The most powerful persuasion rarely feels like persuasion.
You don't feel forced.
You feel convinced.
You may even feel like the idea was your own.
In Episode 6 of The Psychology of Power, Professor P explores the science behind ...
Why do some people instantly capture attention without raising their voice?
Why do others inspire trust within seconds of meeting you?
Is charisma simply a gift... or is there a science behind it?
In Episode 5 of The Psychology of Power, Professor P explores one of the most fascinating—and misunderstood—forces in human psychology: charisma.
Drawing from psychology, neuroscience, leadership research, and sport psychology...
Why do we instinctively trust people in uniforms?
Why do titles command respect before a single word is spoken?
Why do intelligent people sometimes obey authority—even when they know something feels wrong?
The answer lies deep within human psychology.
In Episode 4 of The Psychology of Power, Professor P explores one of the most influential forces shaping human behavior: obedience.
Drawing from the groundbreaking work of Stanl...
History is often remembered through the names of dictators, corrupt executives, and fallen leaders.
But psychology tells a far more unsettling story.
Most harmful actions are not committed by people who believe they are evil.
They're committed by ordinary people who convince themselves they're doing the right thing.
In Episode 3 of The Psychology of Power, Professor P explores the darkest—and perhaps most important—chap...
Most people believe power changes behavior.
Psychology suggests something even more profound.
Power first changes the way we see the world.
As our influence grows, our perspective shifts. We become more confident, more decisive, and often more insulated from honest feedback. Without realizing it, empathy can fade, risk-taking can increase, and reality becomes filtered through authority.
In Episode 2 of The Psychology of Power, Prof...
Power.
Every human being wants it.
Every society is built around it.
Every relationship is influenced by it.
Yet very few people truly understand what it is.
Most people think power belongs to presidents, billionaires, celebrities, or CEOs.
Psychology tells a different story.
Power isn't something reserved for a select few.
It's something every one of us possesses.
As a parent.
A coach.
A therapist.
A teacher.
A leader.
A friend.
O...
Power.
It's one of the most desired forces in human history...
and one of the least understood.
Why do ordinary people obey authority?
Why do some leaders become wiser while others become corrupt?
Why does success make some people more humble... while it makes others believe they're untouchable?
And perhaps the most important question of all...
Does power corrupt—or does it reveal who we truly are?
Welcome to Episode 0 of The...
Why does the FIFA World Cup captivate billions of people across the globe?
Why do complete strangers celebrate together, cry together, and feel emotionally connected to a game played thousands of miles away?
And why can one goal create lifelong memories for an entire nation?
In this special finale of The Inner Game of the World Cup, Professor P explores the psychology and neuroscience behind the world's greatest sporting event. Dis...
Why do underdogs sometimes accomplish what everyone says is impossible?
Why do certain teams rise under pressure while favorites unexpectedly collapse?
And how does belief transform ordinary athletes into world champions?
In this episode of The Inner Game of the World Cup, Professor P explores the fascinating science behind one of the most powerful forces in human performance: belief.
Drawing from neuroscience, sport psychology, an...
What separates world champions from everyone else?
Is it talent?
Physical ability?
Experience?
Or is it something happening inside their minds long before the game begins?
In this episode of The Inner Game of the World Cup, Professor P explores the psychology and neuroscience behind elite thinking under pressure. Discover how the world's greatest athletes manage fear, regulate emotions, maintain focus, and make extraordinary decisi...
What really separates champions from everyone else?
Is it talent?
Genetics?
Confidence?
Or is it something happening deep inside the brain?
In this episode of The Inner Game of the World Cup, Professor P takes you inside the neuroscience of elite performance to reveal what happens in the brain before greatness ever appears on the field.
Discover how the brain responds under pressure, why some athletes stay calm while others panic, ...
Failure hurts.
Rejection stings.
Humiliation leaves scars.
Yet when we study the world's greatest athletes, one truth becomes impossible to ignore:
Their greatest victories were often born from their greatest defeats.
In this episode of The Inner Game of the World Cup, Professor P explores the psychology and neuroscience behind adversity and why setbacks are often the catalyst for extraordinary performance.
Why does the brain learn...
What does greatness really cost?
The world sees the trophies, the celebrations, and the standing ovations. But behind every champion is a story that few people ever hear—a story of sacrifice, pressure, isolation, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.
In this episode of The Inner Game of the World Cup, Professor P explores the hidden psychological side of greatness. Why do some of the world's most successful athletes strug...
What happens inside the brain when athletes deliver performances that seem impossible?
In this episode of The Inner Game of the World Cup, Dr. Parsa Peykar explores the science behind peak performance, flow state, attention, and the mental conditions that allow athletes to perform at their highest level under pressure.
You'll learn:
...
Why do elite teams sometimes fall apart under pressure while others rise to the occasion?
In this episode of The Inner Game of the World Cup, we explore the fascinating psychology behind sporting collapses and mental resilience. Discover why teams can suddenly lose confidence, how pressure affects the brain, why athletes choke under high stakes situations, and what separates resilient performers from those who unravel when momentum...
What is the heaviest thing a human being can carry?
For some, it is grief. For others, it is responsibility. For elite athletes, it can be the weight of expectation, from coaches, teammates, supporters, and entire nations.
In this episode of the Inner Game of the World Cup series, we explore one of the most powerful forces in sport: pressure. Why do some athletes rise to the occasion when millions are watching, while others struggl...
THE WORLD CUP SERIES
Every four years, the world stops.
Billions of people from different countries, cultures, and backgrounds become emotionally connected to the same moments, the same victories, and the same heartbreaks.
But the World Cup is more than football.
Behind every goal, every penalty, every upset, and every championship run lies a deeper story about pressure, fear, confidence, resilience, leadership, belief, and human p...
🎙️ MINI EPISODE
🌿 Spiritual Reset: 3 Tools to Anchor Performance Through Faith & Meaning
In high performance environments, we are constantly taught to optimize, improve, and push harder. But what happens when achievement alone stops feeling fulfilling?
In this Mini Episode, Dr. Peykar explores the deeper side of performance, identity, and purpose. This conversation is a reminder that true greatness is not only built through d...
What if peak performance is not just physical or mental, but spiritual?
In this powerful and research-driven episode of Human Performance 360, we explore one of the most overlooked dimensions of elite performance: faith, meaning, and purpose.
Joining us is world-renowned psychiatrist, researcher, and Duke University professor Harold G. Koenig, one of the leading voices in the science of spirituality and health. For decades, Dr. Koe...
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