Jul 2024
A dumpster full of mercury and other things to avoid: lab closures made simple
In the fifth episode of this six-part podcast series about the late career stage, physicist María Teresa Dova outlines how she is preparing colleagues years in advance to ensure a smooth handover of her lab at the University of La Plata, in Argentina.
But in the United States, wh ... Show More
23m 2s
Apr 2025
Why We Follow Orders: The Neuroscience of Compliance and Control
<p>Why do ordinary people carry out extraordinary harm when simply told to do so? From the Holocaust to the genocides in Rwanda, Bosnia, and Cambodia, history shows how obedience to authority can lead to unimaginable acts. But what's happening in the brain when we follow orders—e ... Show More
1h 31m
Nov 10
The 4 Chemicals Secretly Controlling Your Motivation and Mood
<p>Did you know four brain chemicals secretly control your motivation, mood, and mental energy every single day?</p><p>In this episode, Jim sits down with neuroscientist and bestselling author TJ Power to break down the DOSE Effect. It is a science backed framework for activating ... Show More
27m 7s
Mar 2024
Ep #517: Doing It Alone with Alessia Tenebruso
For many people, especially women, the idea of spending time alone brings up uncomfortable feelings. However, as my guest Alessia Tenebruso shares, the benefits of exploring yourself through alone time far outweigh the discomfort. If you’re curious about traveling alone, even if ... Show More
29m 8s