ETHICS IN TRUE CRIME: September 2026 podcast playlist
True crime has become a massive cultural phenomenon—but what happens when real people’s trauma, loss, and suffering become entertainment? This playlist explores the ethics of true crime from the perspectives of storytellers, journalists, victims, survivors, and listeners. We’ll consider questions about empathy, exploitation, sensationalism, privacy, and the responsibilities of both creators and consumers. As you listen, think about where you draw the line between telling an important story and turning someone else’s tragedy into entertainment.
REGRET: July 2025 podcast playlist
Delve into the complex and often painful experience of regret and hear from experts who study it. Each episode explores how regret shapes our lives, decisions, and relationships through deeply personal stories, expert insights, and reflective conversations. From poignant tales of missed opportunities to interviews with psychologists on the science behind regret, this collection invites listeners to reflect on their lives and the moments that haunt them.
PERSUASION: April 2025 podcast playlist
This podcast playlist explores the power of persuasion, showcasing real-life stories of individuals who remarkably changed others’ beliefs, behaviors, and perspectives. Each episode dives into the science behind these transformations, with experts in psychology and neuroscience explaining the cognitive biases and emotional triggers that drive change. From shifting political views to changing habits, this playlist […]
RITUALS: December 2024 podcast playlist
Rituals have the power to give structure and meaning to our lives, bridging the gap between the ordinary and the extraordinary. They can mark transitions, build connections, and ground us in shared values or personal intentions. Whether steeped in tradition or newly created, rituals provide a sense of continuity and purpose, often offering comfort and focus amid life’s unpredictability. What makes them particularly fascinating is their diversity—they can be deeply spiritual, purely practical, or even whimsical, yet they all reveal something profound about the human desire for meaning and connection.
PARASOCIAL RELATIONSHIPS: November 2024 podcast playlist
This month we’re diving into a fascinating and increasingly relevant topic: parasocial relationships. These are one-sided connections where individuals form emotional bonds with media figures, celebrities, or fictional characters without any reciprocal interaction. In our digital age, where social media and online content dominate, understanding these relationships is crucial as they profoundly impact our perceptions, emotions, and behaviors. From the comforting familiarity of a favorite podcast host to the deep admiration for a beloved influencer, parasocial relationships shape how we connect with the world around us. Join me as we explore how these bonds form, their psychological effects, and their broader implications for our social lives and mental health.
TWINS: July 2024 podcast playlist
Twins captivate our curiosity because they embody the intrigue of nature’s genetic lottery. From identical twins, who share the same DNA and often exhibit uncanny similarities in appearance and behavior, to fraternal twins with distinct genetic makeup yet a unique bond forged from shared experiences in the womb, each pair offers a glimpse into the […]
NOSTALGIA: September 2023 podcast playlist
Nostalgia acts as a bridge between our past and present, intertwining cherished memories with our current experiences. It has the remarkable ability to evoke both positive and bittersweet emotions, reminding us of moments, people, and places that have shaped us. This complex interplay of sentimentality often prompts introspection, helping us appreciate our personal growth while maintaining a connection to the aspects of our history that continue to resonate with us. Moreover, nostalgia’s universal appeal highlights the shared human experience and our innate desire to reflect on the passage of time. Listen to these four podcast episodes about nostalgia and then join in on one of our global discussions on the topic!
HEALING: September 2022 podcast playlist
Healing can come in many forms – a band-aid, a pill, a meditation, and even a placebo. This podcast playlist offers stories from individuals who have been on healing journeys, along with research on how we can heal more easily.
WELL-BEING: May 2022 podcast playlist
What is well-being and how do we achieve it? Well-being is a state of being, while happiness is a fleeting emotion. This podcast playlist explores flourishing, stoicism, how we can approach well-being without being misguided by the wellness industry’s nefarious marketing tactics, and the ways government can encourage well-being over productivity.
OUR STUFF: March 2022 podcast playlist
If you look around your space right now, you are likely to be surrounded by SO. MUCH. STUFF. What is it about capitalism, materialism, and consumerism that compels us to keep acquiring more things, most of which—let’s be honest—we don’t really need? These episodes explore that question and proposes a few ways forward, including minimalism and the repair economy.
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