Episode 62: The Sport Psychology of Star Trek




Strange New Worlds: A Science & Star Trek Podcast show

Summary: Guest: Dr. Jason von Stietz Whether you're running a half-marathon in Starfleet's Command Training Program, forming a baseball team on Deep Space Nine, or fencing a clever El-Aurian, Dr. Jason von Stietz is here to tell you how to overcome your opposition—with your mind! Jason, a PhD in clinical psychology, works as a sport psychologist at Whittier College and Cognitive Behavior Therapy of Southern California. Mike talks to Dr. von Stietz about the mental side of sports and how it relates to various situations in Star Trek and real life. Follow us on Twitter! Mike: @Miquai Jason: @NextGen_Perform