Volcanoes are erupting in The Philippines, but on-fire Australia received some welcome rain. The Iran war cries have been called off and The Donald’s military powers are about to be hamstrung by the Senate. Meanwhile, his impeachment trial is starting, and we’re all on Twitter for a front-row seat.
Tag: Psychology
06/24/2021
Why Covid Nostalgia Is… Good?
In this episode, we take a deep dive into how our memories work — including why we remember good more than bad, why reminiscing about the past prepares us for the future, and how, in some way, we are all living a lie. (And that’s OK.)
06/17/2021
“19-Year-Old Me Could Not Have Written This Book.” Sherry Turkle on Why Some Stories Take Time
This Week from Just the Right Book with Roxanne Coady
06/03/2021
How to Escape the Happiness Guilt Trap
There’s plenty wrong in the world. Acting gloomy won’t fix any of it.
06/02/2021
RP DAILY: Why Do We Get Risk Wrong?
Tom and RP explore why we are so terrified of plane crashes, shark attacks and low-level radiation, but find the biggest risks so hard to grasp.
06/02/2021
Growing Grit with Angela Duckworth
Angela Duckworth, founder and CEO of Character Lab and author of Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance, and Yael discuss grit and how it’s associated with high achievement. By combining passion and perseverance in the pursuit of a singular goal, many have found success.
06/03/2021
How to Restore Human Connection
05/27/2021
The Great Unmasking
05/16/2021
Author Eric Wargo on dreams, premonitions, and the long self
Over the course of two incredible hours, Eric completely changed how I think about dreams, time, consciousness, and even the fundamental construct of my life. I’m certain that when you hear what he has to say, the same will happen to you.
05/02/2021
Are You as Observant as You Think?
04/21/2021
“Deep” Empathy – How is it different?
On this week’s Tech Nation, Dr. Moira Gunn speaks with MIT psychology professor Dr. Sherry Turkle. She’s written her memoir, and talks about the concept of “Deep” empathy.
04/29/2021
What Frogs in Hot Water Can Teach Us About Thinking Again
04/15/2021