Hidden Brain
Hidden Brain, Shankar Vedantam2015–
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Genres: Social Sciences, Podcasts, Science, Arts, Performing Arts
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.
Recent episodes
The Story of Stories
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October 26, 2026
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October 19, 2026
Why Am I Unhappy?
We often imagine that feelings of unhappiness come from outside us — in our circumstances…
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When Bad Things Happen to Good People
When historian Kate Bowler was diagnosed with Stage IV cancer, she became fascinated by…
October 5, 2026