Hidden Brain podcast

Hidden Brain

Why do I feel stuck? How can I become more creative? What can I do to improve my relationships? If you’ve ever asked yourself these questions, you’re not alone. On Hidden Brain, we help you understand your own mind — and the minds of the people around you. (We're routinely rated the #1 science podcast in the United States.) Hosted by veteran science journalist Shankar Vedantam.

Why do I feel stuck? How can I become more creative? What can I do to improve my relationships? If you’ve ever asked yourself these questions, you’re not alone. On Hidden Brain, we help you understand your own mind — and the minds of the people around you. (We're routinely rated the #1 science podcast in the United States.) Hosted by veteran science journalist Shankar Vedantam.

 

#593

You 2.0: Trusting Your Doubt

We conclude our month-long You 2.0 series with a look at the hidden power of doubt — not a... more

Yesterday

1 HR 37 MINS

1:37:06

Yesterday


#592

You 2.0: The Practice of Patience

Patience can sometimes feel like a lost art, particularly in a culture that prizes competi... more

19 Jan 2026

1 HR 40 MINS

1:40:43

19 Jan 2026


#591

You 2.0: How to Get Out of a Rut

There are times in life when the challenges we face feel insurmountable. Authors succumb t... more

12 Jan 2026

1 HR 38 MINS

1:38:02

12 Jan 2026


#590

You 2.0: Cultivating Courage

Why do some people act bravely in a crisis, while others flee or freeze up? Today, we brin... more

05 Jan 2026

51 MINS

51:31

05 Jan 2026


#589

You 2.0: Stop Spiraling!

The start of a new year is a natural moment to set goals for ourselves. But doing so can a... more

29 Dec 2025

1 HR 33 MINS

1:33:15

29 Dec 2025


#588

The Reset Button

 Many of us rush through our days, weeks, and lives, chasing goals and just trying to get ... more

22 Dec 2025

1 HR 36 MINS

1:36:43

22 Dec 2025


#587

The Path to Enough

This week, we bring you the second part of our 2023 conversation on the perils of too much... more

15 Dec 2025

1 HR 31 MINS

1:31:58

15 Dec 2025


#586

The Paradox of Pleasure

All of us think we know what addiction looks like. It’s the compulsive consumption of drug... more

08 Dec 2025

51 MINS

51:15

08 Dec 2025


#585

Murder Mystery

Why are so many of us drawn to horror, gore, and true crime? Why do we crane our necks to ... more

01 Dec 2025

52 MINS

52:26

01 Dec 2025


#584

Parents: Keep Out!

If you’re a parent or a teacher, you’ve probably wondered how to balance play and safety f... more

24 Nov 2025

1 HR 18 MINS

1:18:32

24 Nov 2025


#583

The Power of Family Stories

There’s a tradition around many Thanksgiving dinner tables that’s as consistent as pumpkin... more

17 Nov 2025

1 HR 37 MINS

1:37:05

17 Nov 2025


#582

Why Following Your Dreams Isn't Enough

Entrepreneurs typically have no shortage of passion, heart, and vision. But at Stanford Un... more

10 Nov 2025

1 HR 30 MINS

1:30:07

10 Nov 2025


#581

How Nature Heals Us

We've known intuitively for centuries that spending time in nature can give us a boost. Bu... more

03 Nov 2025

1 HR 04 MINS

1:04:39

03 Nov 2025