Among all of the self recovery programs, alcoholics anonymous may be the most influential and the foundation for all those that followed. But, the history of this institution has only recently been explored in scholarly detail. On this episode, William Schaberg discussed Writing the Big Book: The Creation of A.A.
And, the little red one…? 😉
How does the brain give rise to subject feelings and is this the basis for consciousness? On this episode, Dr. Christof Koch discussed his research on consciousness.
Where is my mind… 😉
Posted in episodes | Tags: consciousness, groks, neuroscience, science
Dogs may be unique in the capacity to form emotional bonds. What are the biological underpinnings of this behavior? On this episode, Dr. Clive Wynne discussed his book, Dog is Love.
Peace, dog… 😉
The universe is filled with uncertainty, from the fundamental to the uncalculable. But, how can we deal with uncertainty in our predictions of the future. On this episode, Prof. Ian Stewart discussed Do Dice Play God?
Hard ways bet… 😉
Posted in episodes | Tags: chaos, groks, mathematics, quantum mechanics, science
How do the operations of the brain result in the mind? And, how has the study of the two been influenced by early medical cases? On this episode, Drs. Allan H. Ropper and Brain Burrell discussed how the brain lost its mind.
Tyler Durden? 😉
What is the best way to solve an everyday problem? On this episode, Randall Munroe, creator of xkcd, discussed his new book, How To: Absurd Scientific Advice for Common Real-World Problems.
42… ;}
Posted in episodes | Tags: groks, problem solving, science, technology, xkcd
The opioid epidemic continues to affect countless lives, but how did it get to this point? What is the history of opium and its derivative opioids? On this episode, Dr. John Halpern discussed how an ancient flower shaped and poisoned our world.
What about religion? 😉
Can your bathroom mirror show more than your reflection? On this episode, Thomas Serval discusses an operating system that works behind your mirror to enhance our digital lifestyle.
Who is the fairest of them all… 😉
Posted in episodes | Tags: 5G, digitalization, privacy, security, smart home
The natural world is filled with resources that are harvested without thought for the long term consequences. Can we live sustainably with the environment? On this episode, Edward Posnett discussed the strange harvests.
Reap what you sow… 😉
Posted in episodes | Tags: environmemt, groks, science, sustainability
Stress can be overwhelming and sometimes even debilitating, but how can we deal with mild or chronic stress? On this episode, Dr. Amy Serin discussed the stress switch.
Chill out… 😉
Posted in episodes | Tags: groks, physiology, psychology, science, stress
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