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Hidden Brain

Hidden Brain

Hidden Brain · Science · EN

Hidden Brain explores the unconscious patterns that drive human behavior, offering insights into personal growth, creativity, and relationships. Through engaging storytelling and scientific research, host Shankar Vedantam helps listeners understand themselves and others better. This podcast is...

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Jun 23, 2025 · 01:25:48
Sociologist Robb Willer discusses common persuasion mistakes and echo chambers.
01:25:48
Jun 16, 2025 · 00:50:33
Psychologist Michael Inzlicht explains psychological rewards of difficult activities like learning instruments or marathons
00:50:33
Jun 9, 2025 · 00:51:15
Psychologist Paul Bloom explores the paradox of seeking out pain.
00:51:15
Jun 2, 2025 · 01:06:04
Researcher James Kimmel Jr. proposes revenge operates like an addiction in the brain
01:06:04
May 26, 2025 · 00:56:20
Features a Hidden Brain episode about people at opposite ends of the facial recognition spectrum
00:56:20
May 19, 2025 · 00:55:12
Cognitive scientist Phil Fernbach explains the 'illusion of knowledge'.
00:55:12
May 12, 2025 · 00:48:01
Psychologist Ciara Greene delves into the science of forgetting.
00:48:01
May 5, 2025 · 01:05:15
Psychologist Ethan Kross discusses the crucial skill of emotion regulation.
01:05:15
Apr 28, 2025 · 00:50:04
Psychologist Arthur Aron shares techniques for fostering deep connections.
00:50:04
Apr 21, 2025 · 01:26:19
Explore the cognitive feat of understanding others' thoughts and feelings.
01:26:19
Apr 14, 2025 · 01:24:45
Gillian Sandstrom highlights the impact of overlooked daily interactions.
01:24:45
Apr 7, 2025 · 00:53:14
Behavioral scientist Max Bazerman on negotiation strategies.
00:53:14
Mar 31, 2025 · 00:49:42
Allison Pugh discusses the psychological benefits of 'connective labor'.
00:49:42
Mar 24, 2025 · 00:51:01
Philosopher L.A. Paul examines how life-altering events reshape identity.
00:51:01
Mar 17, 2025 · 00:52:12
Psychologist Saul Kassin debunks myths about self-defense when falsely accused.
00:52:12
Mar 10, 2025 · 00:49:48
Rita McGrath studies inflection points and dramatic course changes.
00:49:48
Mar 3, 2025 · 01:08:59
Legal scholar Kenji Yoshino discusses downplaying aspects of identity.
01:08:59
Feb 24, 2025 · 00:48:01
Psychologist Sunita Sah explores why people follow orders.
00:48:01
Feb 17, 2025 · 00:49:17
Discussing difficult conversations like telling someone they were wrong.
00:49:17
Feb 10, 2025 · 00:51:15
Examining the complexity of everyday conversations and social skills.
00:51:15

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