{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Brains vs. Beliefs: Debunking Psychological Misconceptions","title":"Episode 6: Venting Anger","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/bee087c3\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1641,"description":"Date: April 23, 2026Brains vs. Beliefs: Debunking Psychological MisconceptionsEpisode 6: Venting AngerIn this episode of Brains vs. Beliefs, Emily and Karla discuss the misconception that actively venting anger- such as through screaming, hitting a punching bag, or going to a rage room, helps to reduce anger. They describe research that shows that this type of venting can actually increase our anger, and lead to health problems such as high blood pressure. The hosts also unpack why this myth persists in media, influencer culture, and self-help advice, offering listeners key takeaways about how to effectively respond when you are angry.You can find references for this episode and information about psychological science at our website, https://www.communicatingpsychologicalscience.com/. Use the Contact page to share your thoughts on this episode and other topics that you'd like us to cover. Thanks for listening!","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/nnuiFpxIAanZHvVf4DtSE-IieZgH1i0QUJv1SXqACys/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9kNDE2/MWQzZjljZTJhZTgz/MjA4OWU4NzEyOTA3/YmZjMC5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}