For five years, the Transactional Analysis Podcast has shared stories, insights, and inspiration - bringing the heart and soul of TA to life. What began as a bold idea has become a global platform for learning, connection, and creativity within the TA community. In this special episode, hosts Matt, John, and James reflect on five years of the Transactional Analysis Podcast - sharing the milestones, challenges, and moments of transformation that have shaped its success. We celebrat...

In this episode of The Transactional Analysis Podcast, hosts Matt and John welcome Alina Comendant (Provisional Teaching and Supervising Transactional Analyst in the field of Psychotherapy) and Tatjana Gjurković (Teaching and Supervising Transactional Analyst in the field of Psychotherapy) Alina, based in the Netherlands, and Tatjana, working in Croatia, are highly experienced play therapists and trainers. They bring unique perspectives on how play therapy and Transactional Analysis can compl...

In this special episode of The Transactional Analysis Podcast, hosts Matt and John pay tribute to Dr. Mark Widdowson, a highly respected Transactional Analyst and a great contributor to the field, who sadly passed away in August of this year. Dr. Widdowson was a guest on one of our earlier episodes, where he shared his deep knowledge and passion for psychotherapy and Transactional Analysis (TA). His influence on both the TA community and on each of us personally cannot be overstated. In th...

In this episode of the Transactional Analysis Podcast, hosts Matt and Sarah are joined by Jr-Earn Lam, who is a Provisional Teaching and Supervising Transactional Analyst (PTSTA) in the Educational Field (E). Jr-Earn Lam is the Director of Learning at Seraphcorp Institute, leading the learning design team and faculty of a leadership consultancy in Singapore. In addition to her role, she conducts research in adult learning, writes, and coaches executives. She also serves as a Regi...

In this episode of The Transactional Analysis Podcast, hosts Matt and John are joined by James Longwell, who is a Provisional Teaching and Supervising Transactional Analyst (PTSTA) in the Organisational Field (O). James is currently an Organisation Development Consultant for Google in their EMEA region and in this episode he shares insights into his extensive experience in utilising Transactional Analysis (TA) within organisations. The discussion delves into James' journey...

In this episode of the Transactional Analysis Podcast, hosts Matt and Parul are joined by Linda Gillham, who is a Provisional Teaching and Supervising Transactional Analyst (PTSTA) in the Counselling Field (C). Linda discusses her journey in the field of Transactional Analysis counselling, the challenges of the UK TA community, and the impact of technology on counselling and psychotherapy. Linda shares insights on the confusion in the counselling field, the role of Transac...

In this episode, we speak with Keiko Hoshino who is a Provisional Teaching and Supervising Transactional Analyst (PTSTA) in the Educational field (E). Keiko established a training company in 2005 which specialises in hospitality and communication, and uses TA principles and theories alongside the strengths of Japanese culture to promote harmony and autonomy. She is involved with adult education, which includes staff training (covering interpersonal relationships within househ...

Summary Ronen Stilman discusses the shift in transactional analysis from an ego-centric theory to an eco-centric theory, focusing on wider systems and the impact of technology. He highlights the significance of our relationship with technology and how it shapes the way we relate and identify. Stilman emphasizes the attachment and dependency we have on technology, as well as the potential impact on relationships. He explores the dialectics of progress and the borderless world created by techno...

In this episode, we announce several changes to the podcast. John and Matt have spent the last six months considering how to ensure the longevity of the podcast project, which was initiated in 2019. The outcome is a decision to change the name of the podcast from "3 People In Your Head" to "Transactional Analysis Podcast (TAP)", the creation of a Community Interest Company limited by guarantee (a not-for-profit company) and the creation of a board to oversee the governance of the project. We ...

In this panel discussion, we talk about Functional Fluency and the Temple Index of Functional Fluency (TIFF), a model about human behaviour that was developed from the functional ego states TA model. Our guests, share their insights and experiences of how the model has been a valuable resource personally and its influence on their work with clients. Our guests are Beatrijs Dijkman, Layo Seriki, Liz Jackson and Valerie Cionca You can learn more about Functional Fluency and gain access t...

Seven Things You Need to Know About TA II (Introductory Series 1 - Episode 2.) In this episode, John Fleming and Matt Taylor share an update on the seven things you need to know about Transactional Analysis (TA). If you’re unfamiliar with TA, this would be worth listening to before you listen to our other podcasts. We cover a little bit of Transactional Analysis history, theory and practice. For more information on Transactional Analysis and your hosts, visit: https://tapodcast.c...

Script, or Life Script, is a theoretical pillar of Transactional Analysis. In this short episode, we hear a number of guests from previous episodes give brief descriptions and definitions of Script, and how they integrate the theory into their work as Transactional Analysts. Samples are taken from the following episodes - please click the links to go to the full episodes: Covid-19 Panel Discussion (Special Theme Series, Episode 1), featuring Adrienne Lee, Thorsten Geck, Trudi Newton and Anna ...

Our guest for this episode is James Sedgwick a Certified Transactional Analyst in the Psychotherapy field, a University Lecturer and Author of the book, “Contextual Transactional Analysis: The Inseparability of Self and World”. We explore the central concepts and themes of Contextual TA and discuss the significant influence that context has on our understanding of ourselves, others and the world around us, after a brief discussion about psychotherapy training in the UK. You can contact James ...

This episode is the first audio version of the Eric Berne Memorial articles from the Transactional Analysis Journal. We plan to publish two a year as part of our sponsorship agreement. Trudi Newton received the 2023 Eric Berne Memorial Award for her work in establishing a new metaperspective that reframes transactional analysis as positive psychology. The article cited in the nomination, which you are about to hear, read by Trudi herself, is “The Health System: Metaphor and Meaning” from the ...

Our guest for this episode is Honza Simek. Honza is a Provisional Teaching and Supervising Transactional Analyst in the Educational Field. We discuss Honza’s twenty year journey from being a teacher in the Czech Republic, his transition to becoming a coach and supervisor for educators who are working towards educational reform, why he chose to train in TA and how TA has influenced his work. You can contact Honza via email: jan.bob.simek@gmail.com Sponsors: The International Transaction...

In this episode, we feature a panel discussion that was recorded in Dublin in July at the EATA and ITAA International Trainers Meeting, where John and I were very fortunate to be able to record this in person. Our guests, all Training and Supervising Transactional Analysts (TSTA) representing each field of TA, are: Andy Williams - Psychotherapy Eva Acs - Counselling Sylvie Rossi - Organisational Rosemary Napper - Educational The question we discussed, also the theme of the trainer's meeting, ...

For this episode, John and I had the privilege of travelling to Dublin for the ITAA and EATA international trainers meeting in July. Our guest is Peter Rudolph, so we were very fortunate to meet Peter and record this fascinating conversation in person. Peter is a Teaching and Supervising Transactional Analyst in the Counselling field and works from his private office in Northwest Germany. We talk about his work as a TA Counsellor, transforming the core of the 'I'm okay, you're ok...

In this episode, our panel discuss the question, "What Does the Future of TA Look Like Across the Four Fields?". Our guests were: Deborah Robinson TSTA(O), Karen Minikin TSTA(P), Nicole Lenner PTSTA(C), and Paul Robinson PTSTA(E). The discussion took place at the Annual UK Association for Transactional Analysis (UKATA) Conference and was recorded in front of a live audience of attendees (a first for us!). The theme of the conference was: Transactional Analysis! One theory applied in four fiel...

In this episode, we speak to Sylvie Monin. Sylvie is a Teaching and Supervising Transactional Analyst in the Counselling field, and a psychosocial counsellor working with people in difficulty, going through crises, or wishing to do in-depth personal development work. We talk about Script, and its positive traits, hungers, enlivening hope, and how TA Counselling, working with the Adult ego state, facilitates change.You can get in touch with Sylvie here:Website: https://stateofme.ch/Link...

In this episode, we speak with Piotr Jusik. Piotr is a Certified Transactional Analyst in the Counselling field, a coach working with individuals and organisations such as NGOs, a mental health counsellor in the UK, and a group facilitator. Among other things, we discuss culture and diversity, the significance of language, and the influence of nature and place on his work as a transactional analyst. The information Piotr mentioned regarding Carbons footprint from nutrition can be found here:&...