This week on Hidden Brain, Shankar Vedantam looks at what we find funny and what, well, crosses the line. Comedian Bill Burr joins us to talk about why race, gender and Caitlin Jenner can be so funny.
Jan 5
You 2.0: Cultivating Courage
Why do some people act bravely in a crisis, while others flee or freeze up? Today, we bring you the second part of our You 2.0 series on the mental obstacles that can block us when we're charting a new path. Behavioral scientist Ranjay Gulati argues that courage is a choice, and ... Show More
51m 31s
Jun 2022
Humor Us
Humor can lighten the mood. But it can also provoke, cajole, and inspire. This hour, TED speakers share how we can wield humor as a tool across all aspects of our lives. Guests include comedian Marcia Belsky, computer scientist Vinith Misra, behavioral scientist Jennifer Aaker, c ... Show More
50m 48s
Sep 2018
#84 - Bill Burr
On this episode of The H3 Podcast we're joined in the studio by Bill Burr! Together we discuss bad dog owners, being a dental assistant, parenting, Shari's Berries, podcasting, All Things Comedy, and a whole lot more. Bill Burr is a stand-up comedian and actor who will be perform ... Show More
1h 27m
Jan 2018
433-Bill Burr-Your Mom's House with Christina P and Tom Segura
Oh my goodness, Jean. We don't really think this episode needs a description. The great Bill Burr joins us and Hen has some amazing, hilarious thoughts, just like you thought he would. We discuss who is a bigger psycho, Billy or Tommy. PLUS, will Bill stop gender identifying his ... Show More
2h 3m