Apr 15, 2025
People think happiness comes from getting everything you want. But the science shows, it’s the absence, the novelty, and the change that bring joy back - Tali Sharot
Ever wonder why lasting happiness can feel so elusive? This episode delves into the neuroscience of habituation, and why our brains, despite achieving...
Mar 4, 2025
Does the richness of your world expand or shrink in direct proportion to how much of your life is digitally mediated?
My guest argues that by defaulting to digital mediation—where technology filters and facilitates our interactions—we are trading away the richness of real, embodied experience. And in doing so,...
Dec 16, 2024
In this episode, we explore the human mood system and the origin of depression.
My guest is Dr. Jonathan Rottenberg, Professor of Psychology and Director of the Better Outcomes Laboratory at Cornell University. His work examines long-term functioning and well-being after depression and related conditions, with a...
Nov 29, 2024
In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of the brain’s hemispheres and their profound impact on how we perceive and engage with reality.
My guest is Dr. Iain McGilchrist.
Iain is a true polymath—a psychiatrist, neuroscientist, philosopher, and literary scholar.
He’s been a Fellow of All Souls College at...
Sep 13, 2024
A.J. Jacobs is a renowned writer and participatory journalist, best known for his immersive, experiment-driven projects that push the boundaries of immersive learning. From living according to the Ten Commandments to exploring radical honesty, A.J. dives headfirst into his experiments, bringing humor and insight into...