How to experience moments of awe every day
Psychology professor Dacher Keltner joins us to discuss a relatively new field of research studying awe, how it can transform the mind and body, and his own personal experiences with it.
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Some of the greatest minds in history were autistic
Professor Simon Baron-Cohen explains why he believes innovation comes with certain brain patterns and why it’s time to celebrate those who think differently.
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Why you should give a dam about beavers
Author Leila Philip talks about the environmental impact the rodents have on ecosystems and fun beaver facts to help you fall in love with the creatures.
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From Star Trek to Star Wars: Our obsession with space
Margaret A. Weitekamp from the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum joins us to discuss how popular culture has tapped into our fascination with space from – Star Trek and Star Wars to Buck Rogers and Buzz Lightyear.
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