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Hidden Brain – Hidden Brain, Shankar Vedantam

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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One Head, Two Brains Feb 04, 2019

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This week, we search for the answer to a deceptively simple question: why is the brain divided? Psychiatrist Iain McGilchrist explains why popular distinctions between the "left brain" and "right brain" aren't supported by research. He argues that one hemisphere has come to shape Western society — to our detriment.
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Radio Replay: Creative Differences Feb 01, 2019

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What happens when we connect with people whose view of the world is very different from our own? We look at the links between diversity, conflict, and creativity.

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Rewinding & Rewriting Jan 28, 2019

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All of us think back to turning points in our lives, and imagine how things could have unfolded differently. Why do we so often ask ourselves, "What if?"

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The Vegetable Lamb Jan 21, 2019

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We like to think that science evolves in a way that is...rational. But this isn't always the case. This week, we look at how information and misinformation spread in science.

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The Best Medicine Jan 14, 2019

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This week, a scientific look at what makes us laugh. Here's a hint — a lot of it isn't funny. We talk to neuroscientist (and stand up comedian) Sophie Scott.

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The Cowboy Philosopher Jan 07, 2019

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In 2009, an old man died in a California nursing home. His obituary included not just his given name, but a long list of the pseudonyms he'd been known to use. In this episode, we trace the life of Riley Shepard, a hillbilly musician, writer, small-time con man and, perhaps, a genius.

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Loss and Renewal Dec 31, 2018

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Maya Shankar was well on her way to an extraordinary career as a violinist when an injury closed that door. She eventually found a new path forward in a very different field.

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Compassion Dec 24, 2018

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This week, we look at the science of compassion, and why doing good things for others can make a big difference in your own life.

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Radio Replay: Yum and Yuck Dec 21, 2018

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We dig into the psychology that determines the foods that make us salivate and the scents that make us squirm.

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Alan Alda Wants Us To Have Better Conversations Dec 17, 2018

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Arguments and bickering can sour family gatherings during the holiday season. This week, we share tips on how to avoid miscommunication from our January 2018 conversation with actor Alan Alda. You might know him from his roles on television shows like MAS*H, The West Wing and 30 Rock, but in recent years Alda has also focused on helping scientists, and the rest of us, communicate better. His book is If I Understood You, Would I Have This Look on My Face? My Adventures in the Art and Science of Relating and Communicating.

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