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.
This Hidden Brain episode explores the science of influence and persuasion, interviewing Robert Cialdini, a leading expert in the field. Cialdini details six principles of influence he uncovered by studying successful influencers in various professions, including sales and fundraising. He highlights the principles of...
This Hidden Brain episode explores assortative mating—the tendency for people to marry those similar to themselves in background, education, and wealth. The interview with economist Luigi Pistaferri uses data from Norway (where wealth information is publicly accessible) to demonstrate how this phenomenon exacerbates w...
This Hidden Brain podcast episode explores how to identify and pursue life goals aligned with one's deepest values. The interview with psychologist Ken Sheldon details how societal pressures and external rewards often lead to misaligned goals, resulting in unhappiness. Sheldon's research highlights the importance of ...
This Hidden Brain podcast episode interviews behavioral scientist Katy Milkman about overcoming self-sabotaging behaviors that prevent us from achieving our goals. The discussion covers common pitfalls like distraction, impulsivity, and laziness, illustrating these with personal anecdotes and examples from popular cul...
This podcast episode explores the relationship between time and well-being, with a focus on the importance of time tracking, prioritizing happiness, and the concept of time scarcity. The episode highlights the upside-down U-shaped relationship between free time and well-being, emphasizing the need for balance. It discu...
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