Michael Pettit
Type: Person
As of November 2026, Michael Pettit has been mentioned in one podcast episode on Radiolab (Jan 2026). Explains the historical evolution of ‘self,’ ‘personality,’ and ‘self-esteem’ in psychology and how those ideas entered public institutions like schools and policy.
Professor of History of Psychology at York University (Toronto) specializing in History of psychology, Psychological measurement, Self and personality concepts.
| Mentioned in | 1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Jan 2026 on Radiolab |
| Role | Professor of History of Psychology |
| Affiliation | York University (Toronto) |
Who talks about Michael Pettit on podcasts?
Michael Pettit came up; the most recent mention was Jan 2026 on Radiolab.
- You and Me and Mr. Self-Esteem | Radiolab Podcast on Radiolab (Jan 2026)