Mything People
Mything People
Mything People
The stories we tell shape the people we become. In this podcast, Nia Young and Kevin Deyna-Jones unpick the myths, metaphors, and mindsets behind everyday life, asking what we believe, why we believe it, and how these shape us. From self-esteem to success, loneliness to legacy, we explore how history becomes story, and story becomes self. No wellness platitudes here: just honest talk, sharp insight, and the occasional reminder not to be a d**k, innit.
Titanic: Ship of Dreams
Titanic (1912), Titanic (1997) or Titanique: the historical event, the James Cameron film or the camp musical, all the stuff of legend which capture our imaginations. But why? Come share in the passion and curiosity as Kevin and Nia explore this legendary story and the psychology that perpetuates the 'myth'.
Jul 29
42 min
Bluey: More than meets the eye
Thinking Bluey is just for kids? Some cheap animation for preschoolers about Australian dogs? Think again! Nia and Kevin discuss one of the greatest shows (and most watched on Disney+)! bringing together psychology, storytelling and attitudes on parenting and chidlhood. Find out why they love this show so much and (maybe) why you 'should' too....
Jul 8
34 min
The Traitors: Trust, Deception & Human Nature
Faithful or Traitor… or just human? For the first episode of series 2 of Mything People, we look at the psychology behind The Traitors and why suspicion, storytelling, and groupthink lead us all astray. Why are humans delightfully terrible at spotting lies and brilliant at stirring the drama?
Mar 30
36 min
Hallmark Christmas Bingo - Christmas episode 3
The Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future have visited Nia and we can now bring a festive, cheerful examination of Christmas movies and play a game of Hallmark Christmas movie bingo!
Dec 5, 2025
56 min
Santa Claus is coming to Town? - Christmas Episode 2
Santa Claus is coming to town...but is he coming to Nia's house? He might find the chimney blocked, the doors locked and the Elf-on-the-Shelf in the bin.
Nov 28, 2025
37 min
"All I Want for Christmas is Meaning" - Christmas episode 1
Can Kevin Claus convert Naughty Nia to spread some festive cheer?!
Nov 28, 2025
35 min
Unfinished Stories
For our last episode of series 1, we're looking at those stories that don't give us closure. How do we cope when we are left hanging? What can we do when we need to know what happens next?Nia wants to rant and potentially start TV/Film/Book reviews.... Left us know your thoughts!
Oct 4, 2025
36 min
What makes a legend?
From Hercules to hospital porters, Robin Hood to The Mabinogi, we’re asking: what really makes someone legendary? Is it bravery? Greatness? Or just good PR?In this myth-mashing episode, we dive into the ripples of legacy...from London 2012, the overlooked heroes of care work, and why society hands out statues to billionaires but forgets its best. There’s models, rules, drive, and one almighty emotions wheel. Plus: the Simpsons, sad endings, and a big finale twist involving Terror Management Theory (Google it, or just listen) ;)
Sep 15, 2025
34 min
The Good, The Bad & The Baby: the Myth of Childhood
Why childhood doesn't exist and why we should stop thinking it does.
Sep 8, 2025
31 min
Bonus: Advice for Humanity
What advice do you think the world needs to hear? In this shorter episode Kevin and Nia share ten points given by our future (or current?) rulers: TikTok and ChatGPT on what humanity needs to be told. Is it kind? and do you agree?
Sep 5, 2025
18 min
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