Revenge, why do we want to get revenge so bad? And where does that urge come from? And how do we go from wanting to get revenge to being able to forgive someone or others? James Kimmel Jr., Yale lecturer and co-founder of the Yale Collaborative for Motive Studies, is on Getting Better this week to teach us just that. James gives us insight into the psycholog ... Show More
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Gerrymandering in Texas and HIV Criminalization Battles
This week on The Monday Edit we’re talking: the Hurricane Katrina documentary, Amanda Seales & Jubilee, Texas & California redistricting, HIV segregation in prisons, and the Correct the Map campaign,. Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much ... Show More
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Aug 20
Are They a Walking Red Flag? Case Kenny on Maturity, Relationships, and Self Worth
JVN sat down with Case Kenny, host of the podcast New Mindset, Who Dis?, to talk all things dating, relationships, self-worth, and confidence. Together, they dive into the surprising power of language, how the words we use shape our lives, and what it really takes to build health ... Show More
48m 27s
Aug 18
Same-Sex Marriage Rights, JVN’s Gilded Age Finale Breakdown, 3I/ATLAS
Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn This week on The Monday Edit: Kim Davis Lore, Same-Sex Marriage Rights, our comprehensive breakdown of the Season 3 Finale of Gilded Age, 3I/ATLAS, T ... Show More
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Oct 2024
How to Overcome a Painful Past & Break Codependent Attachment, Expand Consciousness, & Find Yourself, with Pete Holmes
Transform the Pain from Relationship Betrayal into Radical Self-Reinvention & Channel Your Anger into a Powerful Protective Force! The hilarious and brilliantly philosophical comedian Pete Holmes is in the MBB studio this week to share his thoughts on the nature of reality & co ... Show More
1h 26m
Jul 25
Most Replayed Moment: The Role of Dopamine in Addiction and Motivation - Anna Lembke
In today’s moment, renowned neuroscientist and author, Anna Lembke, explores the fascinating science of dopamine and its impact on our behaviour. Discover why dopamine is fundamental to survival, how it drives pleasure and motivation, and why we are more vulnerable to addiction t ... Show More
23m 8s
Aug 4
Scrolling Ourselves Sick: The Hidden Cost of Constant Connection
Social media platforms are designed to hijack our brain’s reward system, keeping us hooked through endless dopamine hits. This constant stimulation fragments our attention, reshapes our behavior, and can lead to burnout, anxiety, and even addiction—especially in developing brains ... Show More
1h 5m
Aug 2024
65: Standard Edition Volume 1 Part 11: The Project for a Scientific Psychology Part 2 Teaser
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Abby, Patrick, and Dan continue their journey through the Project for a Scientific Psychology. They explore how the Project reflects recent develop ... Show More
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