Dr. Charles opens the show discussing the reasons why we avoid information, whether our financial information, health information, or our interpersonal relationships. He then talks about ways we can stop avoiding uncomfortable circumstances and information to be more successful in our work and personal lives. 

Dr. Charles opens the show discussing some of the research behind pseudo-profound bullshit, including why some are susceptible to it as well as the implications of it as it relates to our work, personal lives, and fake news. He then dives into what makes good listeners (and bad listeners), sharing  five steps we can take to become better listeners at work and in our personal lives. He then answers some listener emails. 

Dr. Charles opens the show discussing Urban Dictionary. He then talks about the challenges associated with information overload in the workplace and most importantly, what to do about it. He answers a few listener emails and closes this episode by attempting to rap. 

Dr. Charles discusses the research about choice and how the nearly 35,000 choices we make per day are so taxing for us. He also compares the success of arranged versus non-arranged marriages as well as the distinction between satisfiers and maximizers. He closes with song lyrics and answers a few listener emails. 

Dr. Charles opens the show discussing the recent trend of bad behavior in society since the pandemic. He then welcomes author and psychotherapist Linda Bloom back to the show to discuss why we are experiencing all of this bad behavior, the stress that causes it, and what to do about it. Dr. Charles then answers some listener emails. 

Dr. Charles opens the show discussing California. He then shares a study that connects depression symptoms with susceptibility to COVID-19 vaccine misinformation. He then outlines the causes, symptoms, and ways to alleviate digital fatigue. 

Dr. Charles opens the show discussing his journey into the desert and the benefits of "being present" even during a difficult experience (running out of gas). He then talks about recency bias: How it impacts our investment decisions, behavior, and what we can do to combat it. 

It is the confirmation bias episode. Dr. Charles opens Season 2 talking about how confirmation bias affects our personal lives, our work, and even  medical diagnoses. He then answers listener email and quotes a song. 

Dr. Charles opens the show discussing everything from airport security lines to Hallmark Christmas movies. He then talks about the science of reflection as we consider this past year. Finally, he discusses New Year's resolutions and how we can create an environment that will help us attain our goals. 

Dr. Charles opens the show sharing details of his most recent trip. He then shares research regarding the use of multiple screens simultaneously and  how it impacts both our stress level as well as our memory. He then responds to select listener emails.