This episode I discuss the science of social bonding- the process by which we form attachments. I explain the neural and hormonal basis for "social homeostasis" (our drive for a given amount of socializing) which reveals why we get lonely, why we seek out connection with others and how power dynamics (hierarchies) shape those connections. I also discuss the ... Show More
Jul 10
Essentials: Science of Stress, Testosterone, Aggression & Motivation | Dr. Robert Sapolsky
In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode my guest is Dr. Robert Sapolsky, PhD, a professor of biology, neurology and neurological sciences at Stanford University. We discuss different types of stress and how our perception of stress as harmful or beneficial largely depends on cont ... Show More
36m 50s
Jul 7
How to Lose Fat & Gain Muscle With Nutrition | Alan Aragon
My guest is Alan Aragon, a renowned nutrition and fitness expert and researcher known for sharing the strongest evidence-based approaches to fat loss, muscle gain and overall health and fitness. We discuss how to optimize your protein intake, including how much to consume per mea ... Show More
2h 35m
Jul 3
Essentials: Understanding & Conquering Depression
In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explore major depression, including its underlying biology and discuss science-based approaches to alleviate symptoms and improve mood. I describe the wide-ranging symptoms of depression and explain how key neurotransmitters, hormones, s ... Show More
40m 43s
Mar 2023
Why We Need Friends with Shared Interests
She's the world's leading animal behaviorist and an Autism advocacy leader. Guest Temple Grandin shares what kind of support systems led her to success, and we hear about how community, and lack thereof, affects our health and ability to succeed. Link to episode transcript: https ... Show More
16m 24s
May 2024
How To Create Your Dream Relationship: Codependency, Social Media Boundaries, Gaslighting & Narcissism | Mark Groves
Ep. #102 In today's episode, I'm thrilled to be joined by Mark Groves, a renowned human connection specialist, the mind behind Create the Love, the host of Create The Love Podcast, and co author of Liberate The Love. In an age where it’s so hard to disconnect from our screens, we ... Show More
1h 16m
Feb 2023
How the Science of Attachment Can Help You Make and Keep Friends | Dr. Marisa G. Franco
New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers. --- Did you know that having friends can make you less depressed? One survey found that the average American had not made a new friend in the last five years but ... Show More
1h 9m
Aug 2023
parasocial relationships [video]
[video available on spotify] today we're going to be talking about us, because today's topic, parasocial relationships, addresses the type of relationship we have. parasocial relationships are one-sided relationships where one person extends emotional energy, interest and time, a ... Show More
39m 5s
Apr 2024
The Neuroscience Behind Our Collective Dysregulation: Navigating Today’s Social Crisis (232)
We can understand our social pain by considering the nervous system, just think of it as a collective amygdala hijack! Threat is pressing us to live in an alarm state and then we get used to it, as if it's normal to be so divided, hopeless and disdainful to those who are holding ... Show More
1h 1m
Aug 2021
The Science of Making and Keeping Friends | Robin Dunbar
Friendship might not necessarily be something you’ve considered to be an urgent psychological and physiological issue. On this show, we spend a lot of time exploring how the quality of our relationships determines the quality of our lives and our health. Sadly, in many ways, it’s ... Show More
1h 3m
May 2024
Healthy You, Healthy Marriage
Welcome back to the Naked Marriage Podcast wihtDave and Ashley Willis. Today we will dive into the crucial connection between intimacy and self-care, with a special focus on mental and emotional health. We discuss the importance of prioritizing physical, mental, and spiritual wel ... Show More
29m 31s