Episodes

Sept. 18, 2024

Fear, Mind Bugs, and Witch Hunts That Undermine Common Sense with Steije Hofhuis PhD

Fear and doubt serve as powerful tools in the political landscape, and disinformation is used by politicians to manipulate public perception and sow confusion. By labeling legitimate investigations or criticisms as witch hunt...
Sept. 11, 2024

Philosophy of Critical Thinking, Anxiety, and Mental Health with Samir Chopra PhD

Maintaining a philosophical approach rooted in critical thinking can help us make sense of the barrage of information we experience during election cycles. Our natural anxieties are often preyed upon by masters of persuasion....
Sept. 4, 2024

Satisfying Civic Duty: Fueling the Pursuit of Happiness with Doug Linkhart

Large media outlets often highlight the extreme sides of our nation, amplifying polarized perspectives that distort the bigger picture. This coverage can create a sense of isolation, especially when reality doesn't align with...
Aug. 28, 2024

Building Well-Being: Resilience, Personal Growth, and Relationships with Mark Nepo

When we experience fear, we often instinctively push things away, which only amplifies that fear and tests our resilience. However, by embracing awareness and leaning into our relationships, we create a pathway for personal g...
July 31, 2024

Absorbent Minds: Human Cognition in a Digital World with Leslie Valiant PhD

The learning mechanism in the human brain is not yet equipped to deal with information meant to deceive or manipulate. Armed with a computational approach to civilization but lacking the ability to discern fact from fiction, ...