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.

 

#613

A Secret Source of Connection

We all have moments in our lives when we see someone who could use a helping hand. It coul... more

15 Jun 2026

1 HR 27 MINS

1:27:43

15 Jun 2026


#612

Who Are You, Really?

You’re not the same person with your friends as you are with your co-workers or your kids.... more

08 Jun 2026

1 HR 37 MINS

1:37:28

08 Jun 2026


#611

Unleashing Your Creativity

For centuries, people have described creativity as something mysterious: a flash of insigh... more

01 Jun 2026

52 MINS

52:47

01 Jun 2026


#610

The Past is Never Dead

How does the culture in which you live shape the life that you lead? We all know that cult... more

25 May 2026

51 MINS

51:51

25 May 2026


#609

The Empathy Gym

Some people are good at putting themselves in another person's shoes. Others may struggle ... more

18 May 2026

1 HR 28 MINS

1:28:39

18 May 2026


#608

The Cowboy Philosopher

In 2009, an old man died in a California nursing home. His obituary included not just his ... more

11 May 2026

1 HR 29 MINS

1:29:00

11 May 2026


#607

Radical Acceptance

Last week, we looked at the hidden beliefs that can leave us feeling stuck in life. This w... more

04 May 2026

1 HR 30 MINS

1:30:05

04 May 2026


#606

Designing a Life that Matters

We tell ourselves that meaning comes from impact, passion, or finding the “one right path.... more

27 Apr 2026

51 MINS

51:06

27 Apr 2026


#605

Do You Feel Loved?

What’s the difference between being loved and feeling loved? Psychologist [Sonja Lyubomirs... more

20 Apr 2026

1 HR 33 MINS

1:33:11

20 Apr 2026


#604

How to Change the World

Does power truly flow from the barrel of a gun? Pop culture and conventional history often... more

13 Apr 2026

1 HR 30 MINS

1:30:33

13 Apr 2026


#603

The Debt Trap

We like to think that good financial decisions come down to discipline and basic math. But... more

06 Apr 2026

1 HR 40 MINS

1:40:26

06 Apr 2026


#602

When It's Okay to Lie

Should you tell a harsh truth if it will only cause pain? Or is it sometimes kinder to kee... more

30 Mar 2026

51 MINS

51:48

30 Mar 2026


#601

Group Think

How do the groups you identify with shape your sense of self? Do they influence the beer y... more

23 Mar 2026

1 HR 27 MINS

1:27:56

23 Mar 2026