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This podcast is a channel on the New Books Network. The New Books Network is an academic audio library dedicated to public education. In each episode you will hear scholars discuss their recently published research with another expert in their field. Discover our 150+ channels and browse our 28,000+ episodes on our website: ⁠newbooksnetwork.com⁠ Subscribe to our free weekly Substack newsletter to get informative, engaging content straight to your inbox: ⁠https://newbooksnetwork.substack.com/ ...
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Beat Your Genes Podcast

BeatYourGenes

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Let's look at life through the lens of our ancestors. Our instincts were shaped by their struggles in an environment much different than our current environment. Our instincts haven't changed much but our environment has changed dramatically. We blend the science of evolutionary psychology with the clinical experience of Doug Lisle, PhD to explore common problems and stumbling points in our pursuit of happiness. New episodes come out Wednesdays at 8:30 PST. If you have a question or comment, ...
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Quillette's Zoe Booth, sits down with a guest to discuss some of the best Quillette articles from the week + more. Common themes include gender issues, feminism, free speech, evolutionary psychology, philosophy, politics, science and more.
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The Tea

Luis Diaz

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Welcome to The Mammoth in the Room — the podcast that explores the evolutionary science of leadership and what it really means to lead effectively in the modern world. Hosted by Nicholas Poconi, this show dives into the biology, psychology, and evolutionary roots of human behavior — uncovering why people make the decisions they do, and how leaders can use science to guide better outcomes. In this first episode, Nicholas introduces the mission of the podcast, who it’s for, and what you can ex ...
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Thoughts on Record is the podcast of the Ottawa Institute of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (OICBT) located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Each week we explore topics relevant to clinicians and mental health consumers from a cognitive behavioural perspective; however, if you’re generally interested in psychology, psychotherapy, evolutionary psychology, mental health, the brain, dynamics of human behaviour, creativity, wellness & performance then this podcast will certainly be of interest to you. ...
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The Courtenay Turner Podcast delves into psychology, philosophy, political perspectives, with a sharpened focus on exposing technocracy's roots and dialectical paths to singularity, occult influences in institutions like Tavistock and the UN, education system whistleblowing (including Prussian models and Theosophical ties), Game B and Dark Enlightenment critiques, AI surveillance threats to free will, and strategies for resisting authoritarian control. Through candid discussions, expert inte ...
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Learn exactly how to talk to girls, how to approach women, how to get a girlfriend, how to get out of the friend zone, how to get a girl's phone number, how to build attraction, how to master the dating apps, and how to have sex with the women you want — all while becoming the most confident, masculine, and powerful version of yourself. Hosted by Mark Sing, an elite NLP dating coach for men, this show breaks down everything you need to master seduction, attraction, masculine frame, confidenc ...
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Welcome to the (R)Evolution. A Poetic Approach To: Masculinity, Evolutionary Psychology & Philosophy, Mysticism, Sex, and Language. Join host Kevin Orosz as he incites, invites, and articulates the (r)evolution happening through powerful culture mutants, superheroes, & memeticians. Topics range from evolutionary psychology, to ancient philosophy, to digital media theory, to sacred sexuality, and beyond . . .
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Brainfluence

Roger Dooley

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Roger Dooley is the author of Brainfluence: 100 Ways to Persuade and Convince Consumers with Neuromarketing, and has been studying the effects of psychology, behavior research, and neuroscience on persuasion and marketing in business, leadership and everyday life. In every episode, Roger shares brain-oriented tactics, along with the expertise of his guests, to increase persuasion with concrete, research-based neuromarketing advice. Guests include best-selling authors and thought leaders like ...
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Interviews w/ authors, entrepreneurs, athletes and others on resilience, getting on or getting over life's set ups and setbacks. If research exists on how people bounce back, he talks about it. If there are physical practices, proven psychologies or philosophies that can help people build personal foundations before the storms come, he digs into it.
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Sinica Podcast

Kaiser Kuo

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A weekly discussion of current affairs in China with journalists, writers, academics, policymakers, business people and anyone with something compelling to say about the country that's reshaping the world. Hosted by Kaiser Kuo.
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Psychology 360

Simon Weissenberger

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The Psychology 360 Podcast is a podcast where psychologists and researchers are interviewed from around the world. I bring psychological insights from all perspectives. The show is meant for psychologists as well as a general audience. I hope that the interviews and episodes will grow your interest in psychology as well as give helpful tools for you to improve yourself!
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Fight Like An Animal

World Tree Center for Evolutionary Politics

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Fight Like An Animal searches for a synthesis of behavioral science and political theory that illuminates paths to survival for this planet and our species. Each episode examines political conflict through the lens of innate contributors to human behavior, offering new understandings of our current crises. Bibliographies: https://www.againsttheinternet.com/ Support: https://www.patreon.com/biologicalsingularity
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Humans don’t think and act like computers. So why are you setting your CS strategy based solely on logic? Join Customer Success Expert turned Brain-based CS Leadership and Strategy Coach, Rachel Provan, each Wednesday as she pulls back the curtain on how to use Cognitive, Behavioral, and Evolutionary psychology to create positive influence with your customers, and your internal teams. So if you want to unlock customer-led growth, get buy-in from the C-suite, and skyrocket your career - this ...
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Stuart Sorensen

Stuart Sorensen

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I'm Stuart Sorensen, a British mental health nurse and trainer. Here I'll be sharing my thoughts on a range of topics from mental health and social care to philosophy, evolutionary psychology and current affairs.
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Danger, deception, desire, & other psych professor obsessions. From the ugly truth about rage rooms and our unhealthy obsession with serial killers, to the ancestral wisdom of goosebumps and the science behind why we keep playing the lottery, join Dr. Kevin Bennett—Penn State University Beaver Campus Teaching Professor, Psychology Today contributor, and fellow at the Centre for Urban Design and Mental Health (UD/MH)—as we unmask the power of danger, deception, and desire through sensational ...
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Calleva Research Centre

Oxford University

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The aims of the Calleva Research Centre are to investigate key questions about the origins, development, causes and functions of human behaviour by bridging the humanities, and the social, cognitive, and biological sciences in an evolutionary framework. The Centre's work is embodied through successive three-year interdisciplinary research programmes that draw on unique collaborations between Magdalen Fellows working in these diverse fields. The Centre was inaugurated in October 2010. Its fir ...
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Better for the Boy is an honest and raw look at personal growth. Before becoming a parent, I didn't care much about being "good" - I didn't have a higher power to answer to, and no clear sense of purpose. But having a child changed everything for me. In this series, I share my personal journey towards self-improvement, with all the ups and downs that come along with it. From big wins to embarrassing mistakes, and everything in between, I'm bringing you real stories, real wisdom, and yes, eve ...
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LA_PASSIONATE

Juju ♋

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The metaphysics and the physics of our existence. Astrology, spirituality, psychology, and just about anything that deals with the deep existence that makes us who we are. Old instagram @LA_PASIONATE CURRENT: Juju_the_mystic TELEGRAM: Juju_the_mystic
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Consciousness Compass: The Architecture of Awakening A living map for mind, soul, and civilisation, exploring the deeper laws that govern life continuance and conscious evolution. Through four lenses—Human, Material, Ethical, and Universal—we trace how electromagnetics, history, devotion, and the unseen worlds shape coherence on Earth. From the bioelectric field to the role of elders, each episode illuminates the architecture of awakening and the discipline of becoming. This is not predictio ...
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From the evolution of intelligent life, to the mysteries of consciousness; from the threat of the climate crisis to the search for dark matter, The world, the universe and us is your essential weekly dose of science and wonder in an uncertain world. Hosted by journalists Dr Rowan Hooper and Dr Penny Sarchet and joined each week by expert scientists in the field, the show draws on New Scientist’s unparalleled depth of reporting to put the stories that matter into context. Feed your curiosity ...
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The Option Alpha Podcast

Kirk Du Plessis

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At Option Alpha we are devoted to empowering traders with simple, powerful tools supported by world-class research and education. For far too long the options industry has been fragmented, lagging, and unnecessarily complex. By developing industry-first automation technology, enhancing data and information accessibility, and nurturing our thriving community at every level, Option Alpha is changing the way people trade options forever. We’re more than just a software company; we’re leading a ...
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Be The Vessel

Dr. Daniel Atkins

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Dr. Daniel Atkins, PsyD is a licensed clinical psychologist and intuitive guide. He bridges Western and Spiritual approaches to trauma healing and the soul path to support a new paradigm of health and wellness. He interviews people across the spectrum of healing arts to integrate wisdom both ancient and new, and to find common language uniting us all. Topics include mind body connection, psychology, trauma healing, mediumship, astrology, energy medicine, shamanism, intuitive guidance, and more.
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Professor of Marketing and Concordia University Research Chair in Evolutionary Behavioural Sciences and Darwinian Consumption, Montreal* *this account is managed by a Gadfella, not Prof. Gad Saad. As such, all questions will be answered with a bit of a delay Please consider donating to his Patreon All links provided on this page point directly to Prof. Gad Saad's own content
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Delve deep into the labyrinth of the human mind with Professor Steven Pinker as he demystifies the complexities of the human condition using the tools offered by cognitive psychology. Steven is a world-renowned Cognitive Psychologist, Linguist and Professor who has taught at Harvard, MIT & Stanford Universities, and has made it to Time Magazines’ 100 Most Influential People in the World Today. Calling Professor Pinker a Titan in his field would definitely be an understatement! In this 20 cha ...
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The Mating Grounds Podcast

Tucker Max and Dr. Geoffrey Miller

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The Mating Grounds Podcast is a collaboration between #1 bestselling author, Tucker Max, and renowned evolutionary psychologist, Professor Geoffrey Miller, to teach men how to be successful with women, dating and relationships. Through discussions and interviews with the worlds leading experts in human sexuality, psychology, animal behavior, genetics and behavioral studies, they explain in clear and actionable terms precisely what men need to know about sex, dating, relationships, and women, ...
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Welcome to 'Manipulation Games: Psychology & Marketing,' a podcast that explores the intricate dance between the human psyche and the world of marketing. Join hosts Gene and Darren as they explore how psychological principles influence marketing strategies, and vice versa, revealing the subtle art of persuasion that shapes our decisions and behaviors. Each episode of 'Manipulation Games' will take you on a journey through fascinating topics at the intersection of psychology and marketing. Fr ...
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AWONDERJUNKIE

Ryan Anderson

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Passionately curious, exploring life and consciousness. “Those who can no longer pause to wonder and stand rapt in awe are as good as dead; their eyes are closed” Albert Einstein Curiosity and wonder lead to an infinite path of discovery. I love learning and sharing along the way. We live in an incredible time where we have the technological means to learn, connect, and share like never before in history. Join me on the journey as we learn from the hearts and minds of others from all over th ...
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Double Date Podcast

Shane Mauss & April Macie

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Shane Mauss, a self-described “gangle-puss” (adj. a gangly snuggle-puss) with a penchant for animal mating behavior and science facts and April Macie, a self-denied “angry feminist” (Betty Freidan in a bikini) met on a bus… SHANE: “You can’t just say we met on a bus!” APRIL: “It was a bus!!” SHANE: “People are going to think we met on a Greyhound.” APRIL: “Okay! We met on a DAMN tour bus!” Anyway, after dating for a little over a year, these two professional touring comedians and lovers are ...
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Discussing the interaction between Nature (our biology, genes, evolutionary past, and the laws of our universe) and Nurture (our social environments, culture, history, and upbringings), and how these forces impact our lives. New episodes every week with scientists, authors, and bright minds from a wide array of backgrounds. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheNatureNurturePodcast
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Honoring the bestseller The Secret Language of Birthdays written in 1994, this podcast introduces personality profiles as written by Gary Goldschneider in his bestseller. Gary Goldschneider’s theory of Personology is a wholly unique approach to personality based on the day of birth. Gary’s Goldschneider’s groundbraking theory of personology posits that astrology, history and psychology are related to the congruence of three cycles: the astrological zodiac, the earth’s rotation around the sun ...
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Smashing the Plateau

Smashing the Plateau

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Smashing the Plateau shares stories and strategies from corporate refugees: mid-career professionals who’ve left corporate life to build something of their own. Each episode features a candid conversation with someone who has walked this path or supports those who do. Guests share their journeys of transitioning from corporate to entrepreneurship, offering practical insights on how to do more of what you love and get paid what you’re worth, while taking greater control over your career desti ...
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What is love? What is regret? What are we missing in our understanding of mating? In this episode we talk to Cari Goetz (Cal State San Bernardino) about the (still largely unexplored) emotions surrounding romance, sex, commitment, and parenting. Topics include: the field's current overemphasis on the early stages of mating, the cultural propaganda …
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Susan Blackmore is a psychologist, lecturer and writer best known for her book The Meme Machine (1999) and the textbook Consciousness: An Introduction (4th Edition 2024 with her daughter Emily Troscianko). She is a Visiting Professor at the University of Plymouth, UK. Her research interests includes memes, evolutionary theory, consciousness, NDEs, …
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Dr. Samuel Dubé Joins Courtenay Turner & Dr. Lee Merritt to Expose Election Rigging, Hate Bills, EMF Dangers, and the Transhuman Endgame In this raw and urgent episode of Dangerous Dames, hosts Courtenay Turner and Dr. Lee Merritt sit down with Canadian ER physician and whistle-blower Dr. Samuel “The 5th Doc” Dubé for a no-holds-barred look at what…
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In this action-packed episode of The Unapologetic Man Podcast, host Mark Sing reveals 20 tested, hilarious, and insanely effective ways to get girls to approach you. Whether you struggle with approach anxiety or just want to spark more curiosity and attraction effortlessly, these methods are guaranteed to give you an edge. Mark breaks down each tec…
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How well do we understand our relationship to sex? According to Oliver Davis and Tim Dean, authors of the new book Hatred of Sex (University of Nebraska Press, 2022), we tend to overlook the “unpleasurable pleasures” that are integral to sex. Sex undoes us, destabilizes us, takes us out of ourselves. Many of our 21st century cultural products—Queer…
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Melanie focuses on practical data science and AI. Her career highlights include driving client outcomes at Petsch Analytics, LLC—her data science consultancy; designing and building custom applications with generative AI and large language models, incorporating humans in the loop, at Palantir Technologies; modeling and analyzing truly big data at t…
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View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter Carole Hooven is a human evolutionary biologist whose research centers on testosterone, sex differences, and behavior. In this episode, she explores how prenatal testosterone orchestrates male development in the body a…
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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! In this episode of Thoughts on Record, we’re joined by Drs. Robyn D. Walser and Darrah Westrup—two of the world’s leading experts in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and trauma treatment. Their new book, You Are Not Your Trauma, offers a compassionate and practical guide to healing that helps readers mov…
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Drawing on deep reserves of experience and theoretical and research knowledge, Nancy McWilliams presents a fresh perspective on psychodynamic supervision in this highly instructive work. In Psychoanalytic Supervision (Guilford Publications, 2021), McWilliams examines the role of the supervisor in developing the therapist's clinical skills, giving s…
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Senior Chief Special Warfare Operator (SEAL) Karl “Gus” Gustavson retired from the US military in 2024 after 22 years of active-duty service in the Special Operations community, including five years at SDV Team Two and 15 years at Naval Special Warfare Development Group. During his career, Gus was awarded various combat commendations including thre…
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When bad things happen, do you berate yourself or treat yourself with compassion? Do you journal, meditate, or listen to music? Growing up, Sabrina McKenzie always turned to music to help her through her worst moments. As she got older and began studying psychology, she realised what she felt when she listened to sad or angry songs ... was self-com…
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Zoe Booth speaks with Gerard Holland, CEO of the Page Research Centre and a founding member of the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship. Together they explore how foreign funding is shaping Australia’s energy policy, what’s driving the rising cost of living, and why ideological commitments to renewables may be undermining the country’s economic and…
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Episode 334 Which sperm is the oldest sperm - the ancestor sperm that came before all others? Well, you might think it links back to an ancient animal that came before us, but the oldest sperm may actually predate animals altogether. We explore this plus the enduring mystery of the scrotum - and why a male’s most important body part is so delicate …
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In this episode of the Option Alpha podcast, Kirk sits down with his business partner and fellow founder, Jack Slocum, to share the full story behind Jack’s journey as a trader, developer, and entrepreneur. Jack talks about how he first turned to options trading to generate extra income for his family, how his early experiences “crashed and burned,…
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What is exploitation? Why does it happen? And how can we better understand what makes it more or less likely? In this episode, we talk to Hannes Rusch (Max Planck Crime, Security, & Law) about all things exploitation and group-y. Other topics include jobs, mopping, scapegoating, bravery, and how much people care about their group identities. More a…
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In this crucial episode of The Unapologetic Man Podcast, host Mark Sing breaks down the crucial concept of frame control and how it separates high-value men from those who get "pussy whipped." You'll learn how to maintain masculine leadership, resist subtle and obvious frame impositions from women, and lead women to fully embrace their feminine ene…
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Michael Himmelfarb is the founder of HG Partners, a consulting firm that advises growing tech companies on monetization and go-to-market strategy. He developed a unique consulting model that combines the advantages of AI with the human superpowers of creativity, empathy, and experience to deliver high-impact results in as little as 48 hours. A form…
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View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter Walter Green is a remarkable philanthropist, mentor, author of This Is the Moment!, and founder of the impactful "Say It Now" movement. In this episode, Walter delves into the unique insights gained from his challengin…
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Last week on the Courtenay Turner Podcast we held another Technocracy Roundtable with my three favorite knights in shining armor: Patrick Wood, Aaron Day, Craig Wenclewicz We dove head-first into one of the most disturbing new fronts in the technocratic war on humanity: the deliberate campaign to convince the public that artificial intelligence is …
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We've come a long way in how we talk about mental health. But while diagnoses like depression and anxiety can empower people to seek help and support — they also influence how we see ourselves and how others might see us, too. Today, we investigate 'concept creep.' It's the idea that the labels we use to describe mental health are expanding and bei…
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Courtenay Turner and Dr. Lee Merritt Expose the Risks of Weight Loss Drugs, Cosmetic Toxins, and Manipulated Beauty Standards In this red pill-packed episode of Dangerous Dames, hosts Courtenay Turner and Dr. Lee Merritt unmask how Big Pharma profits from body image manipulation through Ozempic and Botox. Dive into Ozempic's side effects like "Ozem…
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Episode 333 It’s not often you get to see or hear someone playing music on a conch shell. So prepare yourself for a musical treat with musician and podcaster Steve Pretty, who brings into the studio a trumpet and a collection of his favourite conches, rigged up to some modern electronics. Steve is best known as the bandleader of the Hackney Collier…
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Budimir Šobat held his breath for 24 minutes 37 seconds for the world record in 2021 at 56 years old. Budimir shares his journey into freediving, discussing the challenges he faced, his training methodologies, and the importance of mindset and nutrition. He emphasizes the significance of breath control and equalization techniques in freediving, as …
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This week on Sinica, I welcome back Finbarr Bermingham, the Brussels-based Europe correspondent for the South China Morning Post, about the Nexperia dispute — one of the most revealing episodes in the global contest over semiconductor supply chains. Nexperia, a Dutch-headquartered chipmaker owned by Shanghai-listed Wingtech, became the subject of e…
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Evolutionary psychologist, Doug Lisle, PhD discusses listener questions with co-host, Nathan Gershfeld. 0:00 Teaser Clips & Intro 01:51 Q1: Are men destined to hold more power in relationships due to women being the higher investment party? 09:23 What are relationships? 18:08 Are women the only ones who need affirmation & esteem signals? 34:30 What…
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In this episode of Brainfluence, Roger Dooley is joined by Thomas Ramsoy, CEO and founder of Neurons, to discuss the evolving fields of neuromarketing and consumer neuroscience. Thomas Ramsoy shares insights from his book, "How to Make People Buy," which delves into the science behind what drives consumer behavior—emphasizing that genuine engagemen…
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Are humans designed to be monogamous? Polygamous? In this episode, we talk to Brooke Scelza (UCLA) about her work with the Himba and the complex web of social norms at play in that society and what it can teach us about our evolved psychology. Other topics include parental investment, the state of cross-talk between evolutionary anthropology and ps…
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In this essential episode of The Unapologetic Man Podcast, host Mark Sing Mark Sing breaks down his proven step-by-step system for attracting women from the very first conversation. You'll learn how to build intrigue and emotional connection without coming off as desperate or "creepy," and how to lead women to where they want to be led. Mark explai…
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The first collection of essays from the author of the Life and Death of Psychoanalysis, Stay, Illusion! with Simon Critchley and Conversion Disorder, Disorganisation & Sex (Divided Publishing, 2022) is as much about our resistance to sexuality as it is about sex itself. Jamieson Webster continues to excite and disturb, turning to Lacan and the auto…
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Jonny Cooper spent 12 years as a professional musician, touring the world as a pianist before realizing he didn’t want to be broke forever and transitioning into sales. He gained experience selling home improvements, houseboats, hot tubs, and holidays, among other ventures, before building a financial services firm from scratch and scaling it to £1…
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View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter Antonio Bianco is a world-renowned physician-scientist and expert in thyroid physiology and metabolism. In this episode, Antonio explores the complex biology of thyroid hormone production, conversion, and regulation—hi…
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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! In this episode of Thoughts on Record, we sit down with Dr. Shirley Hershko, one of the foremost voices in the understanding of ADHD in girls and women. Her work has been central in challenging long-standing assumptions about how ADHD presents across the female lifespan—from childhood and early adulthood throug…
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Elyse shares her journey from struggling with anxiety and depression to discovering holistic healing practices that transformed her life. She shares how she shares these impactful methods and modalities with the world. She discusses the importance of somatic therapy, the role of nature in healing, and the significance of mindset shifts. Elyse empha…
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You've probably experienced intrusive thoughts — bizarre, fleeting, sometimes inappropriate thoughts that cross your mind without warning. Although these can be weird to experience, they're totally normal. But for people with obsessive compulsive disorder these thoughts can become inescapable — leading to worry, compulsions and shame. Today we're t…
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Alex Imas is the Roger L. and Rachel M. Goetz Professor of Behavioral Science, Economics and Applied AI and a Vasilou Faculty Scholar at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, where he has taught Negotiations and Behavioral Economics. He is a Faculty Affiliate of the Center for Applied AI and the Human Capital & Economic Opportunity, a…
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Episode 332 For only the second time, the genome of an ancient Denisovan has been sequenced - thanks to the discovery of a 200,000-year-old tooth found in a Siberian cave. This ancient member of the human family has long been a mystery, so this genome is being described as a bombshell moment, revealing an early stage of Denisovan history. We explor…
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The surprising story of the Army's efforts to combat PTSD and traumatic brain injury The wars in Iraq and Afghanistan have taken a tremendous toll on the mental health of our troops. In 2005, then-Senator Barack Obama took to the Senate floor to tell his colleagues that "many of our injured soldiers are returning from Iraq with traumatic brain inju…
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Chama Mechtaly is a Moroccan-American artist, activist, and policy advisor whose work sits at the intersection of cultural preservation, deradicalisation, and Middle Eastern diplomacy. Born in Casablanca in 1992 to a Muslim mother and a Jewish father of Amazigh heritage, she draws on her complex identity to promote dialogue and coexistence between …
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Episode 331 This week sees the broadcast on Channel 4 in the UK of a documentary called Hitler’s DNA: Blueprint of a dictator. Geneticists have managed to find a DNA sample from Adolf Hitler and have sequenced it and verified it, and now we have his genome. The big question is what does this really tell us – what can we tell from someone’s genome? …
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