Social Psychology Therapy

Ep 316: Motivational Interviewing and the TV Show Columbo

Psychology of TV Show Columbo

Hopefully you’ve watched the TV show Columbo. Curious about what this character has to do with psychology? You’d be surprised. In this episode I analyze Columbo in terms of the psychological technique called motivational interviewing. I also take a look at the criminal lineup scene in the Jennifer Garner movie, “Peppermint“. I also explain why you remember how to ride a bike but can’t remember where you put your cell phone. Along the way we learn about Semantic vs. Procedural memory.

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    • The Psychology Of Columbo by Mark D. Griffiths, Ph.D
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