Episode Notes The opioid epidemic has been raging on for years, and we've lost hundreds of thousands of lives to overdoses. Naloxone aka Narcan is a life-saving opioid overdose reversal drug, but is it actually helping or is it doing more harm than good? In this episode, we chat with Jennifer Doleac about her research into the effects Narcan has ha…

Episode Notes In this episode, Chris discusses why he's taking a break from the podcast but isn't taking a break from creating. Follow on social media for updates @TheRewiredSoul Follow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter and InstagramSubscribe to The Rewired Soul Substack Support The Rewired Soul:Get books by ChrisTry BetterHelp Online Therapy (affiliate)…

Episode Notes In early 2021, stock traders on Reddit decided to rally together to take down Wall Street. Some made millions while also costing the 1% billions of dollars. There was a lot of news coming out around this time, but who actually won and who lost? In this episode, we talk with Wall Street Journalist Spencer Jakab who wrote a phenomenal b…

Episode Notes Teal Swan had a new documentary about her on Hulu called The Deep End. Teal Swan is a spiritual guru who uses new age ideas to help people with trauma and other mental health issues. While there are many questions about how Teal Swan helps people with their mental health as well as her net worth from her events and retreats, it's diff…

Episode Notes So many of our decisions are run by conventional wisdom and advice from others, but what if most of it is wrong? Conventional wisdom tells us how to find the best relationships, how to raise our kids, and how to become successful, but most of it may be completely bogus. Today's guest is Seth Stephens-Davidowitz to discuss his brand ne…

Episode Notes Originally, right-wing conservatives were known for being stuck up prudes who couldn't have fun. Now, we're seeing a shift where people on the left have been cracking down on what is or isn't okay to say and do with comedy, food, clothing, and more. Today's guest is Noah Rothman who draws the parallels between modern-day progressives …

Episode Notes The overturning of Roe v Wade has been devastating news and will affect millions of women around the country as well as future generations. Lara Bazelon returns to the podcast to discuss her new book Ambitious Like a Mother and how this news will affect women. Along with stripping women of bodily autonomy, we're going to see devastati…

Episode Notes The process for applying and getting hired for a job hasn't changed in years. Even the interview process is a choreographed song and dance where nobody really benefits. Today's guests are Tyler Cowen and Daniel Gross to discuss their brand new book Talent. We discuss why many people miss talent when it's staring them right in the face…

Episode Notes There's a scientist who was involved in the origins of quantum theory, the atomic bomb, game theory, modern computing, and much more. But most of us haven't heard of him. In his new book, Ananyo Bhattacharya tells the story of the genius scientist John von Neumann and how he was crucial to so many aspects of science. Follow Ananyo on …

Episode Notes Everyday, we're having conversations, and we're trying to change minds whether we realize it or not. Sometimes, it's something simple like persuading someone to try a food they don't like. Then, there are more difficult situations like getting someone to stop believing in conspiracy theories or misinformation. But how do minds change?…

Episode Notes There have been many medical advances in the last hundred years, but one underrated surgical procedure is that of facial reconstruction. Dr. Lindsey Fitzharris writes about medical history, and in her new book, she tells the story of the World War I surgeon who helped pioneer facial reconstruction surgery for wounded soldiers. We disc…

Episode Notes What happens when you introduce philosophy to prisoners? Today's guest is Andy West, a philosopher who discusses his experience teaching philosophy to inmates in his brand new book. Andy shares his personal experience with family members in prison, a moral look at people breaking the law, and the perspective from prisoners about philo…

Episode Notes People are more strategic than we sometimes give them credit for, but how much of it is done consciously? Game theory originated from concerns about nuclear war, but now there's so much more research being done about how we evolved for these "hidden games". Today's guests are Moshe Hoffman and Erez Yoeli to discuss their brand new boo…

Episode Notes Why the stock markets and individual stocks move is a mystery that can make many of us scared to start investing. Although we know that investing can improve our financial future, it can be extremely intimidating. Fortunately, today's guest helps demystify the stock market for beginners in his brand new book. Brian Feroldi discusses w…

Episode Notes Many of us take safety and security for granted, but it's key to avoiding disaster, danger, and theft. Today's guest is social media star Cathy Pedrayes to discuss her brand new book. We discuss topics like keeping your data safe online, a counterintuitive way to stay safe in case of fires, and how educating yourself can reduce anxiet…

Episode Notes We all love to believe that we're completely rational, but behavioral economics has proven time and time again that we're often quite irrational. Not only does it affect our daily decisions, but it also affects how we spend our money when it comes to investing. Today's guest is Daniel Crosby, and he's an expert in behavioral finance. …

Episode Notes We all want the best in every situation. We want to be the best at what we do, we want the best relationships, and we want to be the best possible version of ourselves. But can this hunt for greatness lead to misery and other consequences? Today's guest is Avram Alpert to discuss his new book The Good Enough Life. We discuss how good …

Episode Notes There are many myths about the best ways to manage our money. In this episode, I chat with Nick Maggiulli about his brand new book. We discuss how to manage your 401k, saving vs investing, whether investing is a rigged game and much more. Follow Nick on Twitter @dollarsanddataGet a copy of Just Keep BuyingCheck out Nick's blog Of Doll…

Episode Notes For Western democratic countries, capitalism is the norm, but what's it like in post-Soviet nations? Today's guest is the author and entrepreneur Gregory Diehl to talk about his amazing new book. We discuss his experience in Armenia teaching people about entrepreneurship as well as how people may take self-determination for granted. F…

Episode Notes The number of deaths from addiction has been rising for years, and we have yet to find any solutions. Today's guest is Dr. Carl Erik Fisher who not only specializes in addiction, but he's in recovery as well. We discuss the history of addiction, how it's treated, what works and what doesn't. This is a complex, nuanced issue, and he's …

Episode Notes Why do some people love horror and other people hate it? Can horror help improve our mental health? And why are horror movies looked down upon by movie critics? Today's guest is Mathias Clasen, and he's here to answer all these questions and more. Mathias is a horror researcher, and he has a lot of insight into the benefits of watchin…

Episode Notes It's no secret that biased corporate media and misinformation is a major problem that's fueling polarization and harming our democracy. Today's guest is looking to help fix this issue. Arjun Moorthy is the co-founder of The Factual, an app that vets news stories for bias and accuracy so users have what they need to know before reading…

Episode Notes There's no shortage of documentaries, TV shows and series about real world stories of people getting scammed out of thousands or even millions. Today's guest is best-selling psychology writer Maria Konnikova to discuss why we get conned and how we can prevent it. We chat about what makes us susceptible to being conned and why we're na…

Episode Notes We regularly lie to ourselves individually, but what about the social lies we tell collectively? Today's guest is Todd Rose to discuss how conformity and a variety of psychological thinking errors lead us to make bad decisions as a collective. Follow Todd on Twitter @ltoddroseGet a copy of Collective Illusions Become a paid Substack s…

Episode Notes Raising kids who can critically think is one of the most important things we can do for our children. Whether you're a parent, teacher, or anyone involved with kids in any capacity, we need them to grow up knowing how to think critically, be skeptical, and question properly. Today's guest is Julie Bogart who wrote a phenomenal book he…

Episode Notes Many of the books in recent years about stoicism are geared toward Silicon Valley entrepreneurs, and it seems like it's just a philosophy to work hard and not be overtaken by emotions. The reality is that stoicism is far more than that. Today, we chat with philosopher Kai Whiting about his new book Being Better. We discuss what we can…

Episode Notes How has the digital age made us feel more shame than ever? Today's guest is a mathematician and amazing author Cathy O'Neil. Her new book discusses how online marketing, advertisements, and algorithms are designed to make us feel shame for profit. We discuss the various issues from body image, to mental health and polarization. Most i…

Episode Notes Are young people more easily offended than previous generations? And how have college campuses fueled outrage culture? Today's guest is Greg Lukianoff, and he's the CEO of Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (F.I.R.E.) as well as the co-author of The Coddling of the American Mind with Jonathan Haidt. In this episode, we disc…

Episode Notes Why has innovation stagnated, and what are some of the solutions? Today's guest is Michael Bhaskar, a researcher and publisher who wrote an amazing book about innovation. In this episode, we discuss why innovation stagnates, the pros and cons of capitalism and regulation, how the culture wars effect research and much more. Follow Mich…

Episode Notes Claire Lehmann is the founder of Quillette.com, a website that has been deemed controversial by some for covering topics about feminism, trans issues, as well as many other social justice topics. Recently, Claire has had former followers turn against her as she has broken away from the tribe with her views on science and COVID mandate…

Episode Notes We run into a problems on a daily basis. Whether it's at work or in our personal lives, we all have to figure out how to solve them. Today's guest is Amy Herman who teaches us what we can learn from art and use it to solve problems in our everyday lives. Follow Amy on Twitter @AmyHermanAOPGet a copy of FIXEDVisit Artfulperception.comV…

Episode Notes We all think we're self-aware, but we're victims of self-deception and denial far more than we think. Today we talk with Steve Fleming who researches the science of self-awareness, and it's one of the most important topics we can discuss. Self-deception and our lack of self-awareness make us fall victim to manipulation, and it also ma…

Episode Notes COVID vaccine misinformation has been a major issue, but how do we fight it? Today's guest is Yale professor Nicholas Christakis who has been on the ground floor of the COVID pandemic since before it came to the United States. From day one, he's been tracking the pandemic and even wrote one of the first books about our response to COV…

Episode Notes Everywhere we look, people are talking about self-care, but some of us have noticed how toxic it's become. Today's guest is author Leigh Stein who wrote the phenomenal fiction book titled Self-Care, which dives into some social commentary around self-care and the girl boss movement. We discuss the book, mental health, and some tricky …

Episode Notes Whether we notice it or not, we're constantly signaling to others. We showcase our beliefs and our status so others know who we are and where we stand on the social hierarchy. Today's guest is Rob Henderson who coined the term "luxury beliefs", which are often conveyed by those who come from privileged or wealthy backgrounds, but thes…

Episode Notes Is there a proven way to insubordinate and actually get the change you want? Today's guest is Todd Kashdan, and in his book, he turns to psychological research about the art of insubordination. In this episode, we talk about tragedies that happen because people won't speak up, why it's important to be a principled rebel, and how we ca…

Episode Notes Do you ever wonder why free speech is so important? Today, we chat with Jacob Mchangama about his brand new book A History of Free speech, where he outlines just what the book title suggests. In this conversation, we discuss the history of free speech, how people often don't understand why it's so important, and what it is about human…

Episode Notes Many underestimate the world of social media influencers, but they're shaping the future in a way that most people can't comprehend. Today's guest is journalist Kat Tenbarge who reports on culture and social media influencers who gained notoriety for her story about David Dobrik's vlog squad and alleged sexual assault of young women. …

Episode Notes Rob Brooks researches the deep questions about where we're headed with technology but in a much different way. For years now, we've been connecting with dating prospects online, but what happens when people start talking with AI bots to feel a connection? And can the future of technology deter sexual violence? What types of questions …

Episode Notes Jane Friedman has worked in the publishing industry for years, and she's an expert about the business of being a writer. In this episode we discuss her book, traditional vs. self-publishing, how to properly market a book, why the Billy Eilish book flopped, and much more. Follow Jane on Twitter @JaneFriedmanGet a copy of The Business o…

Episode Notes Matt Browne is the co-host of the popular Decoding Gurus podcast, and we're extremely excited to have him as a guest. With the Joe Rogan controversy around spreading misinformation about COVID, it was the perfect time to have Matt as a guest. We discuss the responsibilities creators have toward their audience, how we can better arm ou…

Episode Notes We're more self-obsessed than ever, and many think it's due to the rise of the self-esteem movement. Today, Will Storr returns to the podcast to discuss one of his previous books, Selfie. We chat about the rise of social media, how it does or doesn't affect our mental health, and much more. Follow Will on Twitter @wstorrGet a copy of …

Episode Notes Mental health awareness is on the rise, and more people are being diagnosed than ever. But how safe are antidepressants and are we getting the right information? In today's episode, we chat with Beverly Thomson about her brand new book and dive into some of the less-discussed topics around side effects and consequences of antidepressa…

Episode Notes Today's guest is writer, comedian, and podcast host Bridget Phetasy, and we have an amazing conversation with you about staying sober while navigating this insane world. Like Chris, Bridget is sober, and they discuss viewing the world through the lens of recovery with the polarization issues and the culture wars we face every day. We …

Episode Notes Are we not talking about mental health enough? Or are we talking about it too much? And why is it all so messy? In this episode, we sit down with Lucy Foulkes to discuss these topics and much more. If you're wondering how to find the right therapist or how to talk to kids about mental health as well, it's all in here and many other im…

Episode Notes For ages, we've been told that a positive mindset can fix us. The self-help industry is booming, but people are just as miserable, if not more miserable, than ever. So maybe there's something missing. Today, Oliver Burkeman is back on the podcast to chat about his amazing book The Antidote and what we can learn from failure, what actu…

Episode Notes How do you deal with difficult personalities at work? Can our personalities change? And what happens when you digitally communicate with people with personality disorders? Today's guest is Ian MacRae to discuss his fantastic new book, Dark Social. We cover these topics and so much more. Follow Ian on Twitter @IanSMacRaeGet a copy of D…

Episode Notes The battle for online privacy has been waging for a while now and is regularly in the news. Today's guest is professor of philosophy Carissa Veliz, and she specializes in discussing the ethics around protecting our data. In this conversation, we discuss whether data harvesting is something we should worry about from Big Tech and the g…

Episode Notes We're often sold on the idea of the "self-made success", but is this actually just a myth? Today's guest is Alex Millar from the band VATTICA who has gained popularity on TikTok for his series debunking the idea of the self-made person. In this episode, we discuss the reality of how people make it and become successful, the myth of me…

Episode Notes Can our expectations actually change our reality? And how do expectations create self-fulfilling prophecies? Today's guest is David Robson who is returning to the podcast to chat about his brand new book The Expectation Effect. We discuss placebo effects, the nocebo effect with vaccines, the ethics of placebos, how expectations can af…