People Who Read People: A Behavior and Psychology Podcast
Science:Social Sciences
A talk with Daniel Whiteson, a professor of physics and astronomy, about free will, with a focus on what the effects in one's life are when one doesn't believe in free will. Topics discussed: Our thoughts on why we think free will is unlikely to exist; psychological and emotional aspects of living without a belief in free will; the anxiety and even anger that some people can have about the idea that we lack free will; the idea that a lack of belief in free will can be part of a spiritual, positive way of experiencing the world; and more.
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On psychopaths, dark traits, and "dark empaths," with Nadja Heym
Do our anger and insults help create the very things we're angry about?
Reading situations and opponents in racecar driving, with Andy Lally
Do we have recurring facial expression patterns that are tied to personality traits?, with Herman Ilgen
An angry us-vs-them divide in a small town, with Rebecca Schillenback
Improving sexual satisfaction in long-term relationships, with Jessica Maxwell
How our body language can affect teammates and competitors, with Philip Furley
Why are we so gullible?, with Brian Dunning
How big a problem are hate crimes in the U.S.?, with Wilfred Reilly
About this podcast: why I do it and why I think it's important
Examining American antisemitism, with James Kirchick
Is liberal bias impeding U.S. depolarization and conflict resolution efforts?, with Guy Burgess
The art of recruiting, with Blake Mobley
Dealing with anxiety and mental health issues as a college student
Understanding madness, with Richard Bentall
Reading tells in football, with Larry Hart
The challenges and rewards of studying nonverbal behavior, with Alan Crawley
How do we react when our sense of meaning is threatened?, with Steven Heine
Is the entire world becoming more polarized?, with Andrew O'Donohue
Are eye movement patterns linked to personality traits?, with Sabrina Hoppe
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