Addictive behaviors are becoming endemic in modern society, driven by excessive activation of the brain’s dopamine system.  Is it possible to tame our neurobiology? On this episode, Michael Long discussed his book, Taming the Molecule of More.

Bear trap?

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Snakes may elicit either fascination or revulsion, but what do we know about the biology of these remarkable creatures? On this episode, Stephen S. Hall discussed his book, Slither.

Slide?

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How do we arrive at the choices that we do and how is the brain wired to assess the value of these choices? On this episode, Dr. Emily Falk discussed her book, What We Value.

Oodles of Utils?

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What are the biological processes that govern our moods and behaviors? Are we wired to be unhappy? On this episode, Dr. Loretta Breuning discussed her book, Why You’re Unhappy.

Don’t worry…

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How do financial incentives in the technology industry lead to disastrous products that can rapidly impact billions of lives?  On this episode, Darryl Campbell discussed his book, Fatal Abstraction.

Don’t look up…

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Generative AI has revamped the manner in which science is conducted, but will it influence the scientific display of information? On this episode, Felice Frankel discussed the role of AI in scientific images.

Runtime error?

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How exactly is the brain wired for altruism? And, if it is so beneficial, why can it be so rare in human society? On this episode, Nicole Karlis discussed her book, Your Brain on Altruism.

Peace out…

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Artificial intelligence is advancing at a breakneck pace. How could these advancements change society? On this episode, Dr. Chase Cunningham discussed his books, Gabriel and Variable.

X=?

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Shame is often viewed as a negative emotion, but can it be used to empower our personal development. On this episode, Dr. Abbie Marono discussed her book, Work in Progress: The Road to Empowerment, The Journey Through Shame.

Down the road…

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Resistance to oppressive forces is not an easy feat in any situation, much less in a totalitarian regime.  On this episode, Richard Jay Hutto discussed his book, The Countess and the Nazis.

Fight the power…

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