Art is universal – there has never been a human society without it. But we don’t always agree on what makes for good art, or even what makes something art at all. Ellen Winner, PhD, of Boston College, talks about how psychology can help answer the question “What is art?” why even non-experts can tell the difference between a child’s painting and an abstract ... Show More
Nov 19
When sounds are unbearable: Understanding misophonia, with Heather Hansen, PhD
For people with misophonia, certain sounds – like chewing, coughing or pen clicking – can trigger strong emotional reactions including anxiety, disgust and rage. Heather Hansen, PhD, director of the Misophonia Research Network, talks about scientists’ evolving understanding of mi ... Show More
36m 35s
Nov 12
Navigating the mental health impact of GLP-1s, with Rachel Goldman, PhD
Over the past several years, the rise of GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy has changed the conversation around weight and obesity in the U.S. Rachel Goldman, PhD, talks about how GLP-1s work; the effects they can have on mental health; what questions to ask if you’re conside ... Show More
37m 21s
Nov 5
Why humblebragging is never a good idea, with Övül Sezer, PhD
We all want to be liked and respected. But sometimes, our intuitions about how to make a good impression lead us astray. Övül Sezer, PhD, talks about common mistakes, including humblebragging and hiding our accomplishments; whether the rules of making a good impression are differ ... Show More
43m 3s
Oct 2021
Alana Jelinek, "Between Discipline and a Hard Place: The Value of Contemporary Art" (Bloomsbury, 2020)
Some fields have an easier time describing themselves than others. "History is the study of past events." "Biology is the study of living organisms." But art? Is art a discipline? Is it a practice? Who gets to answer this most fundamental of questions, and why do we prefer not to ... Show More
57m 14s
Jul 2023
Neuroaesthetics: How Art Can Improve and Extend Your Life | Ivy Ross and Susan Magsamen
<p><em>New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers.</em></p> <p><em>---</em></p> <p><br /></p> <p>Did you know that just 20 minutes of art a day is as beneficial as exercise and mindfulness? Or that partici ... Show More
1h 4m
Mar 2023
Lisa Olivera on Why Making Art is Great for the World
<p>Today Amie had the pleasure of interviewing the author of <em>Already Enough,</em> creator of <em>Human Stuff </em>on substack, and one of our instagram heroes, Lisa Olivera.</p>
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<p>Topics Discussed by Lisa and Amie: </p>
<p>The magic of being introverted and ... Show More
1 h
Feb 2024
Artist Mothers and Education in the Arts with Artist Jennifer Combe
<p id="gwdfi381" class="DI5wk _8h3nW" dir="auto" data-pm-slice= "1 1 []">Jennifer Combe is a mother, artist, and associate professor of art at The University of Montana. Before shifting to higher education, she taught K12 in Washington State public schools for fifteen years. Her ... Show More
39m 1s
Oct 2023
The Art of Living Well with Ivy Ross and Susan Magsamen
Tara sits down with the co-authors of “Your Brain on Art: How the Arts Transform Us,” Ivy Ross & Susan Magsamen, to discuss the importance of including art in your daily life, how just 20 minutes in nature can lower cortisol levels and increase focus and making versus beholding. ... Show More
58m 56s
Feb 2024
You're Looking Wrong!: Episode 22 of The Painting Podcast
How are we taught to look at art, and why does it get everything wrong? In this episode I look at conventional ways of teaching students to look at art, and offer an alternative that allows for more intuition, experiementation, and a familiarity with the medium.
33m 22s