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Dr. Julia Shaw – Co-Founder of Spot & Bestselling Author
Dr. Julia Shaw is a highly regarded psychology specialist recognised internationally for her groundbreaking research and public engagement. She has delivered influential talks on topics such as false memories and reporting harassment, and is regularly sought after by major media outlets as a trusted authority in psychological science. Her career has spanned academia, research, and innovation, including the founding of Spot in 2017, a company dedicated to workplace reporting. Julia’s ability to bridge scientific research with real-world applications has cemented her reputation as a leading voice in psychology.
Speaking Topics:
- Making Evil: The Curious Science Behind Cybercrime, Moral Blindness & False Memories
- The Future of Memory
- Upgrade Your Workplace Culture
- The Memory Illusion
- Making Evil: The Science Behind Humanity’s Dark Side
Credentials and Impact
Julia’s academic journey began at Simon Fraser University in British Columbia, followed by a combined Master’s in Psychology and Law at Maastricht University in the Netherlands. She went on to achieve her PhD in Psychology, establishing a strong foundation for her academic and professional career. Julia’s teaching career has been equally distinguished, holding positions at the University of Waterloo, the University of British Columbia, the University of Bedfordshire, and later becoming a Senior Lecturer at London South Bank University. Her dedication to teaching excellence was recognised through two prestigious awards.
Beyond academia, Julia advanced the integration of psychology and technology by co-founding Spot to designed to improve workplace harassment reporting. She continues her research as an Associate at University College London, where her focus on applied psychology intersects with cutting-edge research. Julia’s expertise and forward-thinking contributions have made her a sought-after voice in the psychology field, bridging rigorous academic insight with practical and technological innovation.
Publications and Media
Julia has written multiple books, including ‘The Memory Illusion’, ‘Making Evil’, and ‘Bi: The Hidden Culture, History and Science of Bisexuality’. She has launched and co-hosted popular BBC podcasts such as ‘Bad People’ and ‘Bi People’. Her presenting work includes ‘Killers Caught on Camera’ and the acclaimed BBC2 true crime series ‘The Misinvestigations of Romesh Ranganathan’. In 2024, she co-created the BBC Radio 4 series ‘Experts on Trial and The Human Subject’, further extending her influence in the fields of psychology.
Why Book Julia?
Julia is widely booked as a psychology speaker due to her ability to translate complex scientific insights into engaging narratives that resonate with diverse audiences. Her four TED talks, including ‘How to support witnesses of harassment and build healthier workplaces‘, have collectively reached global audiences, sparking important conversations. She has received recognition not only as a scholar but also as an educator, with two Teaching Excellence awards underscoring her ability to inspire and inform.
Julia’s appearances on BBC radio, television, and podcasts highlight her skill at making psychological science accessible and relevant. By combining her deep academic expertise, innovative work and powerful communication style, she provides audiences with unique perspectives on how psychology and technology shape human behaviour. These qualities make her a sought-after speaker at international events, where she challenges perceptions, expands understanding, and encourages meaningful change.
