The Behavioral Design Podcast

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Product Deep Dive: Autonomous Vehicles 🚗 May 31, 2023

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Welcome to the latest Product Deep Dive! 🚗

In this fun bonus series of the Behavioral Design Podcast, we take a closer look at products discussed in past episodes of the show. In this episode, we are discussing the product "Autonomous Vehicles", following up on our conversation with Nick Chater from last week.

Tune in to learn more about how we would re-design Autonomous Vehicles, our own behavioral considerations, and what we can learn from this as behavioral designers. Happy listening!

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Behavioral Public Policy with Nick Chater May 25, 2023

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In this episode, we're thrilled to host Nick Chater, an esteemed Professor of Behavioural Science at Warwick Business School. Nick is a leading figure in his field, focusing his research on the cognitive and social foundations of rationality. He is the co-founder and Director of the research consultancy Decision Technology Ltd, and has written engaging books like "The Language Game: How Improvisation Created Language and Changed the World" and "The Mind is Flat: The Remarkable Shallowness of the Improvising Brain".

Join us as we delve into a captivating conversation with Nick on the application of behavioral science to public policy. We discuss the fascinating interplay between various branches of behavioral science and their implications in real-world policy decisions, bridging the gap between theory and practice. For our product deep-dive, we navigate the intriguing world of autonomous vehicles, examining their design and impact through the lens of behavioral science. In addition, we explore Nick's provocative paper co-authored with George Loewenstein on I frames vs. S frames.

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Getting Psych'd with Paul Bloom May 10, 2023

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In this episode we are delighted to welcome Paul Bloom, a distinguished developmental psychologist and Professor of Psychology at the University of Toronto. Paul has authored seven books, including Aginst Empathy and his most recent, Psych: The Story of the Human Mind. He is one of the leading thinkers in psychology and has dedicated his career to exploring how people, both children and adults, make sense of the world through language, morality, pleasure, pain, and religion.

Join us as we engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Paul about the different subfields of psychology and what they can bring to the real world, from neuroscience to developmental psychology, cognitive, social, and clinical. This discussion evolves into a stimulating debate on the extent to which academia can truly contribute to industry.

For our product deep-dive, we challenge Paul to consider how concepts and methods from behavioral science could be used to improve the Bible, and delve into his perspective on the age-old question of nature versus nurture in shaping our lives. This episode should be a fascinating listen for anyone interested in the human mind, behavioral science, and the intersection between academia and industry.

Relevant links

Paul's website
Buy Psych: The Story of the Human Mind
Check out Paul's podcast series Psych, hosted with our friend Dave Pizarro exploring concepts from his book

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Product Deep Dive: Conferences 🎤 May 03, 2023

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Welcome to the latest Product Deep Dive! 🎤

In this fun bonus series of the Behavioral Design Podcast, we take a closer look at products discussed in past episodes of the show. In this episode, we are discussing the product "Conferences", following up on our conversation with Dave Pizarro from last week.

Tune in to learn more about how we would re-design conferences, what they have in common with weddings, and what we can learn from this as behavioral designers. Happy listening!

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Controversial Opinions with Dave Pizarro Apr 26, 2023

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In this episode of the Behavioral Design Podcast, we are delighted to speak with Dave Pizarro, esteemed professor at Cornell and Chief Science Officer at BE Works. Dave's extensive experience offers a unique perspective on the applications of behavioral science in both academic and industry settings. Join us as we engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Dave about his research on moral views and how they shape judgments and behavior. We delve into the power and intricacies of reinforcement, the challenges of conducting research and translating findings in an industry context, and Dave's most controversial opinion in behavioral science. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the intersection of behavioral science in academia and the real world, and the potential for collaboration between the two spheres. Relevant links Dave’s website Dave’s Twitter Dave’s podcast Support the podcast by joining ⁠⁠⁠Habit Weekly Pro⁠⁠⁠ 🚀 The song used is ⁠⁠⁠Murgatroyd by David Pizarro (yes, same guy!).⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get in touch via ⁠⁠⁠podcast@habitweekly.com

Product Deep Dive: Toothbrush Apr 16, 2023

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Welcome to the latest Product Deep Dive! 🤿

In this new series of the Behavioral Design Podcast, we take a closer look at products discussed in past episodes of the show. In this episode, we are discussing the product "toothbrush", following up on our conversation with Heather Cole-Lewis from last week.

Tune in to learn more about how we would re-design a toothbrush, and what we can learn from this as behavioral designers.

*This episode was scheduled for Wednesday, but was delayed due to technical difficulties. Thank you for your patience!

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Engagement with Heather Cole-Lewis Apr 05, 2023

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In the latest episode of the Behavioral Design Podcast, we are thrilled to have Heather Cole-Lewis, a renowned Behavioral Epidemiologist and Health Equity Clinical Scientist at Google. Heather is best known for her groundbreaking Big E, little e framework in the realm of digital health interventions.

Join us as we dive into an engaging discussion with Heather about the intricacies of engagement in digital health interventions, including a deep dive into her Big E, little e model. Heather shares her unique insights on redesigning a product we all use on a daily basis, demonstrating a targeted approach that considers factors such as a person's background, goals, and specific context.

We also explore the challenges of addressing health disparities and the importance of a more equitable approach to intervention development. Finally, Heather enlightens us on the significance of making a strong business case for behavioral science. This episode promises to be a captivating listen for anyone interested in digital health, behavioral science, and creating equitable solutions.

Relevant links

Connect with Heather on ⁠LinkedIn⁠
Read her ⁠research paper on Big E vs Little e framework⁠
Read her latest paper on how ⁠Large Language Models Encode Clinical Knowledge⁠

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Product Deep Dive: Personality Tests Mar 29, 2023

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Welcome to the latest Product Deep Dive! 🤿

In this new series of the Behavioral Design Podcast, we take a closer look at products discussed in past episodes of the show. In this episode, we are discussing the product of "personality tests", following up on our enlightening conversation with Sanjay Srivastava. Aline and Samuel explore their own experience with these tests, their practical applications, and the insights we can gain from them.

Tune in to learn more about the role personality tests play in understanding ourselves and others, and how we should think about them as behavioral designers.

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The song used is ⁠Murgatroyd by David Pizarro.⁠⁠

Personality with Sanjay Srivastava Mar 22, 2023

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In this episode, we have a fascinating conversation with Sanjay Srivastava, widely regarded as one of the world's leading personality experts. We explore various aspects of personality, from the famous Harry Potter house sorting to the intriguing curly fry problem. We delve into the impact of friction on user experience and outcomes, intentional and unintentional, and the potential of interventions based on personality traits.

We also examine the stability of personality as a construct and discuss the design and use of corporate personality tests. As you'll notice, we shift our perspectives throughout the conversation, and the discussion takes unexpected turns. We are sure this should make for an engaging listen for anyone interested in the science of personality.

Relevant links

Connect with Sanjay on LinkedIn (or Mastodon) and check out this website.

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Product Deep Dive: Co-living Spaces Mar 15, 2023

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Welcome to The Behavioral Design Podcast's newest series, Product Deep Dives! 🎉

In this series, we take a closer look at products discussed in past episodes of the show. In this episode, we are discussing the product of "co-living spaces" having been discussed with our guest, Laurie Santos, on an earlier episode. Aline and Samuel take a deeper look at the behavioral science of co-living spaces and share their own thoughts and experiences of shared living.

Tune in to learn more about how co-living spaces are designed to foster positive behavior, and how the concept can be applied to other spaces too.

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The song used is Murgatroyd by David Pizarro.