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Podcast: Hidden Brain

Description: Why do I feel stuck? How can I become more creative? What can I do to improve my relationships? If you’ve ever asked yourself these questions, you’re not alone. On Hidden Brain, we help you understand your own mind — and the minds of the people around you. (We're routinely rated the #1 science podcast in the United States.) Hosted by veteran science journalist Shankar Vedantam.

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How to Be More Creative with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-12-24
Duration: 00:52:03
Shownotes: It's happened to all of us: We're in the shower, or on a walk, and boom — a big idea or a brilliant solution appears

out of nowhere. These sorts of insights often seem to arise without explanation. But researchers increasingly find there is a science to cultivating creativity. This week, social psychologist Sheena Iyengar shares research and case studies of innovation, and discusses what these examples tell us about the alchemy of creative breakthroughs. Looking for a last-minute holiday gift for a fellow fan of Hidden Brain? Consider giving them a gift subscription to Hidden Brain+!

What Your Online Self Reveals About You with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-12-17
Duration: 00:52:03
Shownotes: Every day, we leave small traces of ourselves online. And we might not realize what these traces say about us. This week, computational social scientist

Sandra Matz explores how understanding what we actually do online – not just what we think we do – can help us improve our lives. Looking for a last-minute holiday gift for a fellow Hidden Brain fan? You can now give a gift subscription to Hidden Brain+!

The Secret to Gift-Giving with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-12-10
Duration: 00:46:27
Summary: In this episode of Hidden Brain, Shankar Vedantam explores the art of gift-giving through insights from researcher Jeff Galak. The discussion emphasizes the emotional impact

of gifts, the importance of thoughtfulness, and common pitfalls in holiday gifting. It reveals that gifts often do not align with recipient preferences, leading to diminished value and social obligations complicating relationships. Solutions for better gifting include understanding recipient preferences, utilizing gift registries, and focusing on experiential and sentimental gifts, which tend to foster deeper connections. Interestingly, gifts given spontaneously hold more emotional weight, reinforcing the bonds between giver and recipient.

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Shownotes: With the holidays fast approaching, many of us are hunting for that special something for the special someones in our lives. It’s how we show

we care about them. So why is it so hard to find the right gift? This week, we revisit a favorite 2022 conversation with researcher Jeff Galak. We'll discuss why the presents we give for holidays and birthdays often miss their mark, and how to become a better gift-giver. Looking for a holiday gift for a fellow Hidden Brain fan? You can now give a gift subscription to Hidden Brain+! Or if material gifts are more your style, go to shop.hiddenbrain.org to find Hidden Brain t-shirts, mugs, stickers and more.

How Monsters are Made with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-12-03
Duration: 00:46:43
Summary: In this episode of Hidden Brain, Shankar Vedantam examines the Stanford prison experiment led by Philip Zimbardo, exploring the conditions under which ordinary people can

commit evil acts. Zimbardo's insights stemmed from his own challenging childhood and observations of social dynamics, leading to a significant focus on leadership, group behavior, and situational factors. The episode discusses the emotional conflicts faced by Zimbardo and his assistant Christina Maslach, highlighting ethical concerns around the experiment's design and implications for understanding human nature, power dynamics, and the psychological roots of malevolence.

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Shownotes: What makes ordinary people do evil things? It was a question that long fascinated the psychologist Philip Zimbardo, who died in October. Zimbardo was best

known for the controversial Stanford prison experiment, in which he created a simulated prison in the basement of a university building and recruited volunteers to act as prisoners and guards. This week, we explore how Zimbardo came to create one of psychology's most notorious experiments – and inadvertently became the poster child for the human weaknesses he was trying to study. We're bringing Hidden Brain to the stage in San Francisco and Seattle in February 2025! Join our host Shankar Vedantam as he shares seven key insights from his first decade hosting the show. Click here for more info and tickets.

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Update: 2024-11-26
Duration: 00:56:44
Summary: In the episode "The Power of Family Stories," host Shankar Vedantam and psychologist Robyn Fivush discuss the critical role family narratives play in shaping identities,

fostering connections, and enhancing mental health. Through shared experiences and storytelling, individuals develop a better understanding of themselves and their place within the family. The conversation emphasizes the importance of collaborative storytelling versus repetitive storytelling styles, with research indicating that families who engage in storytelling exhibit healthier outcomes for children. Overall, understanding family stories strengthens emotional regulation and provides tools for coping with life's challenges.

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Shownotes: There's a tradition around many Thanksgiving dinner tables that's as consistent as stuffing and pumpkin pie: the family stories that get told year after year.

Sometimes these stories are funny; sometimes they make us roll our eyes. No matter how we feel about these tales, we rarely pause to consider how they shape who we are and how we view the world. This week, we talk to psychologist Robyn Fivush about the profound impact that family stories can have on our lives. If you enjoyed today's conversation, here are more Hidden Brain episodes you might like:Healing 2.0: Change Your Story, Change Your Life The Story of Your LifeRewinding & RewritingThanks for listening!

Emotions 2.0: The Logic of Rage with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-11-19
Duration: 00:47:22
Summary: In this episode of Hidden Brain, hosted by Shankar Vedantam, we explore the complexities of anger through personal stories of individuals who encountered sudden rage.

Narratives from Saru Najarian, Paula Reed, and Jess Cavender illustrate how moments of provocation can unleash overwhelming emotions, revealing the intricate relationship between anger and self-preservation. Neuroscientist Doug Fields shares his own experience of rage after being pickpocketed in Europe, emphasizing the irrational nature of anger and its role as a survival mechanism. The episode discusses both the destructive and constructive aspects of anger, highlighting its capacity to galvanize communal movements while also posing risks for interpersonal relationships and social order.

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Shownotes: Neuroscientist Doug Fields was on a trip to Europe when a pickpocket stole his wallet. Doug, normally mild-mannered, became enraged — and his fury turned

him into a stranger to himself. This week, we revisit a favorite 2020 episode about the secret logic of irrational anger.This is the final episode in our Emotions 2.0 series. If you missed any of the episodes in the series, you can find them here in this podcast feed, or at hiddenbrain.org. And if there's someone in your life who you think would enjoy this series, please tell them about it. Thanks for listening!

Emotions 2.0: What's Better than Being Happy? with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-11-12
Duration: 00:51:46
Summary: In the episode "Emotions 2.0: What's Better than Being Happy?" hosted by Shankar Vedantam, psychologist Jordi Quoidbach discusses the importance of embracing a full range

of emotions rather than solely focusing on happiness. Through personal anecdotes and research, Quoidbach highlights emotional monoculture, where negative emotions are suppressed, leading to detrimental effects on well-being. He advocates for emotional diversity, which encompasses both positive and negative emotions, suggesting that experiencing varied emotions contributes to better decision-making, mental health, and resilience. This episode challenges conventional perspectives on happiness by promoting a more nuanced understanding of our emotional landscapes.

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Shownotes: Many of us go to great lengths to be happy. But is our singular focus on feeling good actually making us miserable? This week, psychologist

Jordi Quoidbach explores what happens when we try to live in an emotional monoculture, and makes a case for letting it all in — the ups ... and the downs.Be sure to check out the other episodes in our Emotions 2.0 series. And for more of our work on the topic of happiness, here are some other episodes you might enjoy: You 2.0: Where Happiness HidesHappiness 2.0: The Path to ContentmentHappiness 2.0: The Reset Button

Emotions 2.0: The Benefits of Mixed Emotions with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-11-05
Duration: 00:51:31
Summary: In the 'Hidden Brain' podcast episode titled 'Emotions 2.0: The Benefits of Mixed Emotions,' hosted by Shankar Vedantam, psychologist Naomi Rothman explores the complexity of

ambivalence—experiencing conflicting emotions like happiness and sadness concurrently. The episode examines how ambivalence affects decision-making, perception, and professional settings. Rothman's research demonstrates that while ambivalence often leads to indecisiveness and skepticism, it can also enhance cognitive flexibility, creativity, and accuracy in decision-making. The discussion highlights the nuanced nature of human emotions, the benefits of embracing ambivalence in leadership, and its impact on personal and social interactions.

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Shownotes: Sometimes we feel just one single feeling with overwhelming force. We're joyously happy. We're crushingly sad. But sometimes it's more complicated than that: We feel

happy and sad at the same time. This week, we revisit a favorite 2022 episode with psychologist Naomi Rothman, who shares her research on the mixed emotion of ambivalence. She explores how being of two minds changes the way we think, and how it changes the way others see us. Did you catch the first two episodes in our Emotions 2.0 series? You can find them in this podcast feed, or on our website, hiddenbrain.org. Thanks for listening!

Emotions 2.0: The Feeling that Moves Us Forward with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-10-29
Duration: 00:50:17
Summary: In this episode of Hidden Brain, Shankar Vedantam and psychologist Jessica Tracy explore the dual nature of pride, challenging the traditional view that it is

solely a negative emotion. Through the story of Dean Karnazes, who transformed his life by rediscovering his passion for running, they emphasize how authentic pride can drive personal accomplishment, creativity, and altruism. The discussion further distinguishes between authentic pride, which nurtures positive personality traits, and hubristic pride, associated with arrogance and ethical shortcomings. The episode invites listeners to rethink pride's complexities and its role in motivation and self-discovery.

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Shownotes: For centuries, philosophers and theologians have warned about the dangers of pride and hubris. It’s an emotion that can make us arrogant, egotistical, and reckless.

But psychologist Jessica Tracy suggests this caution is too broad. She argues that when we see pride only as a negative emotion, we miss out on all the powerful ways it can also be a driver of creativity, altruism, and accomplishment. Did you catch last week's conversation about collective emotions? It's the episode in this feed called "Emotions 2.0: When I Feel What You Feel."

Emotions 2.0: When I Feel What You Feel with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-10-22
Duration: 01:40:12
Summary: In the episode 'Emotions 2.0: When I Feel What You Feel,' hosted by Shankar Vedantam, psychologist Amit Goldenberg discusses how collective emotions shape experiences in

social settings. He explores concepts such as 'collective effervescence' and 'emotional contagion,' highlighting how shared emotions can intensify during significant events like protests or rituals. The episode also features anthropologist Dimitris Xygalatas, who examines how rituals, such as fire walking, foster emotional alignment among participants. The overall theme emphasizes the interconnectedness of individual emotions within a collective context, revealing the profound impact of shared emotions on community and individual well-being.

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Shownotes: This week, we kick off our new series, Emotions 2.0, with a special double episode about the emotions we experience with other people. We often

think that emotions like happiness or sadness live inside our individual minds. But if you’ve ever gone to a music concert in a big stadium or attended a political rally with like-minded voters, you know that emotions can move through crowds in powerful ways. We begin with psychologist Amit Goldenberg, who studies how emotions spread and ratchet up in intensity as more people experience them. Then, we bring you a favorite 2022 conversation with anthropologist Dimitris Xygalatas, who takes us inside the world of fire walking to explore the emotional power of rituals. If you love Hidden Brain, you can help support our work by becoming a member of Hidden Brain+! Your subscription includes bonus episodes you won't hear anywhere else, plus you'll be helping us to continue bringing you ideas and insights for years to come. You can sign up via Apple Podcasts or our Patreon page. Thanks for your support!

How to Win People Over with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-10-15
Duration: 00:53:40
Summary: In this episode of Hidden Brain, Shankar Vedantam discusses the intricacies of social perception and influence with Alison Fragale. They explore how perceptions from others

affect our success in personal and professional realms. Fragale shares her experiences with teaching awards and the complexities of self-promotion, emphasizing the balance between assertiveness and warmth. The conversation highlights that one's status significantly impacts relationships and that both innate human tendencies and communication strategies play crucial roles in being well-regarded. The episode provides practical insights into fostering genuine interpersonal connections and overcoming social barriers.

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Shownotes: We humans are a social species, and so it's not surprising that we care a lot about what other people think of us. It's also

not surprising that many of us stumble when we try to manage others' views of us. This week, organizational psychologist Alison Fragale explains why that is, and offers better ways to win friends and influence people. Enjoy today's episode? Be sure to check out some of these other Hidden Brain conversations: How Others See YouYou 2.0: How to See Yourself ClearlyInnovation 2.0: The Influence You Have

What's Hidden in Your Words with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-10-08
Duration: 00:54:07
Summary: In this episode of Hidden Brain, Shankar Vedantam and psychologist James Pennebaker explore how language patterns can reveal insights into our mental states and personality

traits. Through studies on gender differences in word usage, the impact of testosterone on language, and the analysis of written diaries, they uncover how word choices, particularly function words, signify psychological conditions like depression and anxiety. The episode also highlights the predictive power of language style matching in relationships, illustrating that couples with similar linguistic styles are more likely to stay together, while changes in language before breakups can indicate rising emotional distress.

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Shownotes: I. Me. My. You. He. She. They. It. To. Of. For. These are all words we use without a second thought. But psychologist James Pennebaker

says if we pay close attention to the patterns in speech and writing, we can understand profound things about others, and even ourselves.For more on the relationship between language and our minds, check out this classic Hidden Brain episode: https://hiddenbrain.org/podcast/watch-your-mouth/

Sitting With Uncertainty with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-10-01
Duration: 00:50:50
Summary: In this episode of Hidden Brain, Shankar Vedantam and researcher Dannagal Goldthwaite Young explore uncertainty's profound impact on decisions and beliefs. Through personal anecdotes, including

Dana's experiences with improv comedy and her husband's health crisis, they illustrate how individuals cope with unpredictability. The discussion connects psychological traits such as need for closure and tolerance for ambiguity to broader political perspectives, highlighting how these traits shape opinions on social issues and media consumption, ultimately emphasizing the need to understand differing worldviews in a polarized society.

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Shownotes: It can sometimes be exciting when we don't know what's coming next. Other times, the unknown can be deeply troubling. This week, we talk with

researcher Dannagal Goldthwaite Young about how we respond to uncertainty, and why this psychological trait plays a surprisingly large role in shaping our behavior, perspectives — even our political beliefs. If you'd like to learn more about the intersection between psychology and our political views, check out these other Hidden Brain episodes: Moral CombatUS 2.0: Not at the Dinner TableUS 2.0: What We Have in Common

Rewrite Your Money Story with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-09-24
Duration: 00:50:42
Summary: In this episode of Hidden Brain, psychologist Brad Klontz discusses how individuals' financial challenges are often influenced by unconscious beliefs known as 'money scripts'. These

scripts, developed from early experiences, shape our financial behaviors and attitudes. Klontz emphasizes the importance of identifying these scripts to reshape one’s relationship with money and reduce financial anxiety. He also explores various patterns like 'money avoidance' and 'money worship', and highlights the risks of a scarcity mindset formed from familial financial histories. Klontz encourages open discussions about money in relationships to foster understanding and break harmful cycles.

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Shownotes: Money worries are one of the biggest sources of anxiety in our lives. Psychologist Brad Klontz says these worries are shaped by more than the

number in our bank accounts — they’re often driven by our unconscious beliefs. This week, we bring you a favorite 2022 conversation with Klontz, who says it’s possible to identify and change what he calls our “money scripts.”For more of our work, please consider joining our podcast subscription, Hidden Brain+. It's our home for conversations and ideas you won't hear anywhere else. Plus, you'll be providing vital support for the work that we do. If you listen on Apple Podcasts, you can find us at apple.co/hiddenbrain. If you use other podcast platforms or devices, you can sign up at support.hiddenbrain.org. Thanks for your support!

You 2.0: Fighting Despair with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-09-17
Duration: 00:49:08
Shownotes: Every morning, you wake up and face the world. What does it look like to you? Do you see a paradise of endless opportunities, where

people are friendly and helpful? Or a world filled with injustice, where people cannot be trusted? In the final installment of this year's You 2.0 series, we talk with psychologist Jamil Zaki about how we become disillusioned and distrustful of the world, and how to balance realism with hope.Did you miss any of the other episodes in the You 2.0 series? Make sure to give them a listen here or on our website: You 2.0: The Gift of Other PeopleYou 2.0: Taking Control of Your Time You 2.0: How To Say NoYou 2.0: Remember More, Forget LessAnd if you like today's conversation with Jamil Zaki, be sure to check out our earlier conversation with him, "The Empathy Gym."

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Update: 2024-09-10
Duration: 00:53:32
Shownotes: It happens to the best of us — we blank on someone's name, or forget an important meeting, or bomb a test we thought we'd

ace. In this week's installment of our You 2.0 series, we talk to cognitive scientist Daniel Willingham about the mysteries of memory: how it works, why it fails us, and how to build memories that stick. For more of our You 2.0 series, listen to our episode on how to say no.

You 2.0: How To Say No with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-09-03
Duration: 00:50:08
Shownotes: Saying no to someone who asks for something is often easier said than done. Maybe it's a boss who wants you to take on a

new assignment. Or your kid's teacher, seeking volunteers for a field trip. Or a friend who asks you to lend her money. How should we respond to these demands on our time, energy, and resources? This week, psychologist Vanessa Patrick explores why it's so hard to say no, and how we can set boundaries that will make it easier to do so. If you haven't yet caught the first two episodes in this year's You 2.0 series, you can find them in this podcast feed, or on our website: You 2.0: The Gift of Other PeopleYou 2.0: Taking Control of Your Time Thanks for listening!

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Update: 2024-08-27
Duration: 00:48:57
Shownotes: Many of us feel like there aren't enough hours in the day. We struggle to make time for all the competing demands at work and

at home, and inevitably feel like we're letting someone down. But what if there were a way to reclaim our time and, as a result, get more joy out of our lives? In the second episode of this year's You 2.0 series, psychologist Cassie Mogilner Holmes explains how we've fallen victim to the illusion of time scarcity, and what we can do to spend our time more wisely. If you enjoy today's episode, check out last week's kick-off to our series, "You 2.0: The Gift of Other People."

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Update: 2024-08-20
Duration: 00:50:40
Shownotes: Are you someone who strikes up a conversation with the person next to you on the train? Or do you keep your eyes fixed on

your phone? Do you offer gratitude to friends and family? Or do you assume that they already know how you feel? This week, in the kickoff to our annual You 2.0 series, we talk with psychologist Nicholas Epley about our interactions with other people, and how we can make them more rewarding.If you enjoy today's episode, check out these classic Hidden Brain episodes: A Secret Source of ConnectionHow Others See You Relationships 2.0: An Antidote to Loneliness

You're Not the Boss of Me! with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-08-13
Duration: 00:53:44
Shownotes: Whether in your personal life or at work, you've probably experienced what it’s like to have people reject your requests. To be told that what

you want is unfair, or heavy-handed. And you've likely been in the opposite position as well — pushing back against requests that step on your freedom. This week, we talk to psychologist Benjamin Rosenberg about how we respond to infringements on our sense of autonomy, and how we can avoid sparking this resistance in our interactions with other people. If you know someone who would like today's episode, please share it with them! And if you enjoy our show, please consider trying a free seven-day trial of our podcast subscription, Hidden Brain+. If you use an iPhone, you can sign up at apple.co/hiddenbrain. If you use an Android device, you can find Hidden Brain+ at support.hiddenbrain.org. Thanks for listening!

The Cure for Self-Importance with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-08-06
Duration: 00:51:51
Shownotes: When we meet new people, we’re often drawn to those with a commanding presence or a dazzling personality. But it turns out that a very

different trait — humility — is important in the long term. This week, in the first of a two-part discussion, we talk with psychologist Daryl Van Tongeren about different kinds of humility, and how this overlooked quality can play a powerful role in workplace dynamics and romantic relationships. If you like today's episode, be sure to check out part two of our conversation, exclusively for Hidden Brain+ listeners. We talk with Daryl Van Tongeren about existential humility — being open to the idea we might be wrong about life's biggest unknowns. It's the episode called "Asking the Big Questions." To listen to Hidden Brain+ with a free seven-day trial, go to apple.co/hiddenbrain or support.hiddenbrain.org.

Where Truth Lies with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-07-30
Duration: 00:51:16
Shownotes: When we think about misinformation, we often focus on blatant errors or deliberate attempts to deceive us. But in recent years, social scientists have found

that misinformation comes in many flavors — many of which are far more subtle than obvious falsehoods. These forms of misinformation prey on our mental blindspots, and take advantage of our passions and loyalties. This week, economist Alex Edmans explores the many insidious forms of misinformation, and how we can all get better at separating fact from fiction.For more of our work, please consider joining our podcast subscription. Hidden Brain+ is where you’ll find exclusive interviews and deeper dives into the ideas we explore on the show. You can try Hidden Brain+ with a free seven-day trial at apple.co/hiddenbrain. Or if you’re an Android user, sign up at support.hiddenbrain.org.

How To Be Alone with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-07-23
Duration: 00:50:33
Shownotes: We're always told to reach for that next ring, work that third job, go to that boisterous party after a long day at work. You

only live once ... right? But psychologist Netta Weinstein says that when we constantly engage in achievement and distraction, we lose something essential about ourselves. This week, she makes a case for solitude, and examines what happens when we seek a quieter, more reflective interior life.If you like today's episode, check out our two-part series on mindfulness:Seeking Serenity: Part 1Seeking Serenity: Part 2

Changing Our Mental Maps with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-07-15
Duration: 00:53:44
Shownotes: As we move through the world, it's easy to imagine we're processing everything that happens around us and then deciding how to respond. But psychologist

and neuroscientist Norman Farb says our brains actually navigate the world by coming up with mental maps. These maps act like an autopilot system, allowing us to navigate our lives more efficiently. But sometimes, they can lead us astray, leaving us stuck on a path of negativity and unhappiness. This week, we talk with Norman Farb about how we can update our internal maps and see the world more clearly. If you like this episode, be sure to check out part two of our chat with Norman Farb for Hidden Brain+. That episode is called "Making Sense." You can try Hidden Brain+ for free with a seven-day trial by going to support.hiddenbrain.org or apple.co/hiddenbrain.

Out of the Rabbit Hole with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-07-09
Duration: 00:47:57
Shownotes: Cognitive scientist Nafees Hamid studies the minds of people drawn to radical or fringe ideas. This week, he takes us on a deep dive into

the motivations of people on the brink of extremism — and those who have already been radicalized. We examine what prompts people to turn to violence, and how to pull them back from the seductive appeal of extremist ideas.Interested in learning more about the themes and ideas we discussed today? Check out these classic Hidden Brain episodes:Romeo and Juliet in KigaliMoral CombatOur podcast subscription, Hidden Brain+, is now available across devices and podcast platforms. You can join on either Apple Podcasts or via our Patreon page. Thanks for your support of the show — we truly appreciate it!

Befriending Your Inner Voice with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-07-02
Duration: 00:51:28
Shownotes: You know that negative voice that goes round and round in your head, keeping you up at night? When that negative inner voice gets switched

on, it’s hard to think about anything else. Psychologist Ethan Kross has a name for it: chatter. In this favorite conversation from 2022, we talk with Ethan about how to keep our negative emotions from morphing into chatter. Our podcast subscription, Hidden Brain+, is now available across devices and podcast platforms. You can join on either Apple Podcasts or via our Patreon page. Thanks for your support of the show — we truly appreciate it!

Making the World Sparkle Again with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-06-25
Duration: 00:50:31
Shownotes: Across every domain of our lives, our minds have a tendency to get accustomed to things. In fact, the brain seems evolutionarily designed to focus

on the new and unexpected, on novel threats and opportunities. In our daily lives, this means we take wonderful things for granted. We cease to appreciate amazing people, or the good fortune of being healthy. This week, neuroscientist Tali Sharot explains why we get used to things — and how to see with fresh eyes.Our podcast subscription, Hidden Brain+, is now available across platforms and devices. You can sign up for a free seven-day trial at support.hiddenbrain.org or apple.co/hiddenbrain. Your subscription provides key support to help us build you many more episodes of Hidden Brain. We’re truly grateful.

Our God-Shaped Brains with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-06-18
Duration: 00:50:18
Shownotes: Some think of religious faith as just that: a leap of faith. But psychologists are increasingly filling in the gaps in our understanding of how

beliefs shape — and are shaped by — the human mind. This week, psychologist Ara Norenzayan explores features in the brain that are tied to our capacity for faith. And he shows how all of us, both religious and non-religious people, can use this knowledge to find more meaning in our lives.For more of our reporting on religion and the mind, be sure to check out our episode "Creating God."

Why You Feel Empty with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-06-11
Duration: 00:49:40
Shownotes: Have you ever had an unexplainable feeling of emptiness? Life seems perfect - and yet - something is missing. This week, sociologist Corey Keyes helps

us understand where feelings of emptiness come from, how to navigate them and why they're more common than we might assume.If you missed it, make sure to listen to last week's episode on Why Trying Too Hard Can Backfire On You. Thanks for listening!

Why Trying Too Hard Can Backfire On You with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-06-04
Duration: 00:52:17
Shownotes: Thinking is a human superpower. On a daily basis, thinking and planning and effort bring us innumerable benefits. But like all aspects of human behavior,

you can sometimes get too much of a good thing. This week, we talk with philosopher Ted Slingerland about techniques to prevent overthinking, and how we can cultivate the under-appreciated skill of letting go. To hear more of our conversation with Ted Slingerland, be sure to check out our Hidden Brain+ episode with him, available now. You can join Hidden Brain+ via Patreon or Apple Podcasts. Thanks for listening!

Innovation 2.0: Do Less with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-05-27
Duration: 00:46:11
Shownotes: The human drive to invent new things has led to pathbreaking achievements in medicine, science and society. But our desire to create can keep us

from seeing one of the most powerful paths to progress: subtraction. In a favorite conversation from 2022, engineer Leidy Klotz shares how streamlining and simplifying is sometimes the best path to innovation. Today's episode concludes our Innovation 2.0 series. If you've enjoyed these episodes, please tell a friend about them! They can find all of the stories in this series in this podcast feed, or at https://hiddenbrain.org/. Thanks for listening!

Innovation 2.0: Shortcuts and Speed Bumps with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-05-21
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Shownotes: Most of us love to brainstorm with colleagues. But so often, our idea-generating sessions don't lead to anything tangible. Teams fill up walls with sticky

notes about creative possibilities and suggestions for improvement, but nothing actually gets implemented. Some researchers even have a name for it: "innovation theater." This week, we explore the science of execution. Psychologist Bob Sutton tells us how to move from innovation theater . . . to actual innovation.You can find all the episodes in our Innovation 2.0 series in this podcast feed, or on our website, hiddenbrain.org.

Innovation 2.0: The Influence You Have with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-05-14
Duration: 00:52:04
Shownotes: Think about the last time you asked someone for something. Maybe you were nervous or worried about what the person would think of you. Chances

are that you didn’t stop to think about the pressure you were exerting on that person. This week, we continue our Innovation 2.0 series with a 2020 episode about a phenomenon known as as “egocentric bias.” We talk with psychologist Vanessa Bohns about how this bias leads us astray, and how we can use this knowledge to ask for the things we need. Did you catch the first two episodes in our Innovation 2.0 series? You can find them in this podcast feed or on our website. And if you're enjoying this series, please share it with a friend or family member. Thanks!

Innovation 2.0: Multiplying the Growth Mindset with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-05-07
Duration: 00:52:10
Shownotes: Have you ever been in a situation where you felt that people wrote you off? Maybe a teacher suggested you weren't talented enough to take

a certain class, or a boss implied that you didn't have the smarts needed to handle a big project. In the latest in our "Innovation 2.0 series," we talk with Mary Murphy, who studies what she calls "cultures of genius." We'll look at how these cultures can keep people and organizations from thriving, and how we can create environments that better foster our growth.Do you know someone who'd find the ideas in today's episode to be useful? Please share it with them! And if you liked today's conversation, you might also like these classic Hidden Brain episodes: The Edge EffectThe Secret to Great TeamsDream Jobs

Innovation 2.0: How Big Ideas Are Born with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-04-30
Duration: 00:50:18
Shownotes: Why is it so hard to guess where we're meant to be? To predict where we'll end up? Nearly all of us have had the

experience of traveling down one road, only to realize it's not the road for us. At the University of Virginia, Saras Sarasvathy uses the lens of entrepreneurship to study how we plan and prepare for the future. We kick off our new "Innovation 2.0" series by talking with Saras about how we pursue goals and make decisions.Do you know someone who might benefit from our conversation with Saras about expert entrepreneurs? Please share it with them if so! And be sure to check out our other conversations about how to get out of ruts and figure out a path forward: Who Do You Want to Be?You 2.0 : How to Break Out of a Rut

Parents: Keep Out! with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-04-23
Duration: 00:53:40
Shownotes: If you're a parent or a teacher, you've probably wondered how to balance play and safety for the kids in your care. You don't want

to put children in danger, but you also don't want to rob them of the joy of exploration. This week, we talk with psychologist Peter Gray about how this balance has changed — for parents and children alike — and what we can do about it.For more of our reporting on children and parents, check out these classic Hidden Brain episodes:Kinder-GardeningBringing Up Baby

The Curious Science of Cravings with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-04-16
Duration: 00:49:05
Shownotes: We've all had those days when all we want is a little treat. Maybe it's a bag of chips, an ice cream sundae or a

glass of wine. But sometimes, these desires become all-consuming. This week on the show, psychiatrist Judson Brewer helps us understand the science of cravings, and how we should respond to them. If you liked today's conversation, be sure to check out other Hidden Brain episodes about ways to regain a feeling of control over your life: Creatures of Habit and Taking Control of Your Time.

What Is Normal? with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-04-09
Duration: 00:50:54
Shownotes: Anthropologist Tom Pearson was devastated after his daughter Michaela was diagnosed with Down syndrome. When he began to examine that emotional response, he found himself

wrestling with questions that have roiled his field for decades. Early anthropologists would often compare people of different backgrounds and abilities, asking questions like: How is one group different from another? Which one is stronger or smarter? And how do we understand people who don’t fit our expectations? This week, we talk with Pearson about his family’s story, and the evolution of our thinking on disability and difference.If you liked today's show, be sure to check out these classic Hidden Brain episodes:"Emma, Carrie, Vivian""Why You're Smarter than You Think"

The Transformative Ideas of Daniel Kahneman with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-04-02
Duration: 01:38:05
Shownotes: If you've ever taken an economics class, you were probably taught that people are rational. But about 50 years ago, the psychologists Daniel Kahneman and

Amos Tversky began to chip away at this basic assumption. In doing so, they transformed our understanding of human behavior. This week, we remember Kahneman, who recently died at the age of 90, by revisiting our 2018 and 2021 conversations with him. If you enjoyed this look at the work of Daniel Kahneman, you might also enjoy our conversations about behavioral economics with Kahneman's friend and collaborator Richard Thaler: Misbehaving with Richard Thaler Follow the Anomalies

Are You Listening? with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-03-26
Duration: 00:49:41
Shownotes: Have you ever sat across from your spouse, colleague or friend and realized that while they may be hearing what you're saying, they aren't actually

listening? Poor listening can lead to arguments, hurt feelings, and fractured relationships. But the good news is that active, thoughtful listening can profoundly benefit both people in the conversation. This week on the show, psychologist Guy Itzchakov helps us understand where interactions go awry, and how to become a more attentive listener. For more of our work on how to better connect with the people in your life, check out these episodes: Why Conversations Go Wrong with Deborah TannenA Secret Source of Connection with Amit KumarRelationships 2.0: What Makes Relationships Thrive with Harry ReisRelationships 2.0: How to Keep Conflict from Spiraling with Julia Minson

The Ventilator with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-03-19
Duration: 00:49:34
Shownotes: Many of us believe we know how we’d choose to die. We have a sense of how we’d respond to a diagnosis of an incurable

illness. This week, we revisit a 2019 episode featuring one family’s decades-long conversation about dying. What they found is that the people we are when death is far in the distance may not be the people we become when death is near.If you enjoyed today's episode, here are some more classic Hidden Brain episodes you might like:The Cowboy PhilosopherWhen You Need It To Be True Me, Myself, and Ikea Thanks for listening!

Escaping the Matrix with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-03-11
Duration: 00:49:59
Shownotes: A little more than a decade ago, researchers began tracking an alarming trend: a dramatic uptick in anxiety and depression among young Americans. Psychologist Jonathan

Haidt, like many other researchers, says the increase is related to our use of social media and devices. But he believes it’s also deeper than that — connected to our deepest moral beliefs and how they shape the way we view the world. He says there are simple steps we can take to improve the mental health of kids growing up in the smartphone era.For more of our work on how technology is shaping our lives, check out our two-part series "The Paradox of Pleasure" and "The Path to Enough." And don't miss our classic episode on social media, "Screaming into the Void."

Fear Less with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-03-05
Duration: 00:51:51
Shownotes: Fear is a normal and healthy response to things that may harm us. But fear can also hold us back from doing the things we

want to do. This week, we talk to psychiatrist and neuroscientist Arash Javanbakht about the psychology of fear — how it helps us, how it hurts us, and what we can do to harness it.For more on the science of fear and anxiety, including how you can overcome it, check out our episode A Better Way to Worry.

US 2.0: Lincoln's Dilemma with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-02-27
Duration: 00:52:13
Shownotes: Over the past few weeks, we've been exploring the psychology of partisanship, and how to effectively handle disagreements with those around us. This week, we

conclude our US 2.0 series by turning to the past. We talk with journalist Steve Inskeep about how one of the most important leaders in American history — Abraham Lincoln — grappled with the pressing moral question of his time. When, if ever, is it worth compromising your own principles for the sake of greater progress?If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our 2018 conversation about Thomas Jefferson with historian Annette Gordon-Reed. It's the episode called "A Founding Contradiction" in this podcast feed, or you can listen on our website.

US 2.0: Not at the Dinner Table with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-02-20
Duration: 00:49:29
Shownotes: We typically divide the country into two distinct groups: Democrats and Republicans. But what if the real political divide in our country isn’t between “left”

and “right”? What if it’s between those who care intensely about politics, and those who don’t? This week, we bring you a favorite 2020 conversation with political scientist Yanna Krupnikov, who offers an alternative way to understand Americans’ political views.For more of our reporting on the intersection between politics and psychology, check out our episode about political hobbyism. You might also like this classic episode about how we come to our political values and beliefs. Thanks for listening!

US 2.0: Living With Our Differences with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-02-13
Duration: 00:52:44
Shownotes: Conflicts are inevitable — both at a global scale and in our personal lives. This week, in the latest in our US 2.0 series, psychologist

Peter Coleman explains how minor disagreements turn into major rifts, and how we can defuse even the most salient of disputes in our lives.Interested in learning more?For additional ideas about how to keep conflict from spiraling, check out our conversation with researcher Julia Minson. And for a look at how violence shapes political outcomes on a global scale, be sure to listen to our interview with political scientist Erica Chenoweth.

US 2.0: Win Hearts, Then Minds with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-02-06
Duration: 00:48:32
Shownotes: There's a saying that's attributed to the Dalai Lama: in the practice of tolerance, one's enemy is the best teacher. It's a nice idea, but

in reality, when people don't share our values, it's hard for us to tolerate theirs. This week, we talk with sociologist Robb Willer about the common mistakes we make in trying to persuade others of our point of view — and how we can break out of our echo chambers.Did you catch last week's kick-off to our US 2.0 series? You can find it in this podcast feed, and here.

US 2.0: What We Have In Common with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-01-29
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Shownotes: The United States, we’re told, is increasingly a house divided. Conservatives and progressives are so alienated from each other that conversation is virtually impossible. But

are we really as divided as we’re led to believe? As we begin what promises to be a pivotal election season, we're kicking off a new series about how we form our political beliefs. We're calling it "US 2.0." We begin with psychologist Kurt Gray, who studies how we think about our political allies and opponents — and how these insights can help us to chart a new path forward. Have you tried to talk with someone who disagrees with you about politics? Have you found effective ways to get through? If you’d be willing to share your stories with the Hidden Brain audience, along with any questions you have for Kurt Gray, please record a voice memo and email it to us at [email protected]. Use the subject line “politics.” And thanks!

Are Your Memories Real? with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-01-23
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Shownotes: We rely on our memory to understand the world. But what if our memories aren't true? This week, we talk to psychologist Elizabeth Loftus about

the malleability of memory — what we remember, and what we think we remember.For more on the science of memory, including how you can strengthen your own ability to recall information, check out our episodes Remember More, Forget Less and Did That Really Happen?

Finding Focus with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-01-16
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Shownotes: We spend more and more of our lives staring at screens. Our cellphones, smartwatches and laptops allow us to communicate instantly with people across the

globe, and quickly look up obscure facts. But our digital devices are also altering our brains in profound ways. This week, psychologist Gloria Mark explores how our ability to focus is shrinking, and offers ways to protect our minds in a world filled with endless distractions.Want more suggestions on how to stay focused in a distracting world? Here are a few additional episodes to check out:You 2.0: Deep WorkTaking Control of Your TimeAnd if you love Hidden Brain, please consider joining Hidden Brain+, our podcast subscription! You can find it on Apple Podcasts, or by clicking here.

Where Do Feelings Come From? with full AI transcript and summary

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Update: 2024-01-09
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Shownotes: Most of us feel that our emotions are reactions to those outside of us. Someone cuts us off in traffic, and we say that the

other driver made us upset. A friend brings over food when we're sick, and we say the friend offered us comfort. But psychologist and neuroscientist Lisa Feldman Barrett argues that our feelings are not, in fact, responses to the world — they're really predictions about the world. And she says we can exercise more control over those predictions than we realize.Did you know that Hidden Brain now has an app? You can download it and try out our first game — designed to help you sharpen your facial recognition skills — here.