A history podcast for the morbidly curious. From serial killers to ghosts, ancient remains to obscure medical conditions, let us satisfy your curiosity. (Some episodes may not be appropriate for children. Listener discretion is advised.)
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In each episode, we talk with inspiring scientists, thinkers, and other self-actualized individuals who will give you a greater understanding of yourself, others, and the world we live in. Scott Barry Kaufman explores the depths of human potential and tries to get a glimpse into human possibility in every episode.
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Two extremely curious friends discuss the darker side of life. We dive into morbid topics and ask the questions no one dares to ask... out loud.
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So bad it's good movie reviews, physical media and horror gore-lore! Join the killer crew and indulge in the creepy, terrifying and sometimes down right hilarious along with me! Welcome to the horror...have a killer day!
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Why Do We Do That? is a psychology podcast that deconstructs human behavior from the perspectives of social scientists, psychologists, and others that use applied psychology in their work.
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The Belfry is a gathering place for dark culture and those who find a home within. Here you will discover podcasts, blogs, and videos catering to the darker side of life.
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Daily Podcasts on just about everything!
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Just Josh and Paul goobing around. Everything we say should be taken with a grain of salt and are our opinions!
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Tony and Tim delve into all things from the controversial to the mild. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/timothy-morgan/support
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Choose to be Curious is a show all about curiosity. We talk about research and theory, but mostly it's conversations about how curiosity shows up in work and life. Now syndicated and available via Pacifica RadioNetwork.
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The Science of Morbid Curiosity w/ Dr. Coltan Scrivner
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This week Scott is joined by true crime and morbid curiosity psychologist, Dr. Coltan Scrivner. Scott and Dr. Scrivner discuss how to determine your level of interest in morbid curiosity, why some people have a higher level of tolerance (and even attraction) to scary things, and how to spot a “bleeding-heart" horror fan. See omnystudio.com/listener…
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"Lizzie Borden took an axe and gave her mother 40 whacks. When she saw what she had done she gave her father 41." Or did she? In this epic remaster of the MCP's very first episode, we go over the details of the murder case against Lizzie Borden, and discuss what might have happened in Fall River on Aug 4th, 1892. The original epiosde was released o…
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Ep. #243: Morbid Curiosity & Conspiracy Theories, with Joe Stubbersfield
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We all want to understand the world around us, but sometimes our curiosity can lead us down some strange paths.Dr. Joe Stubbersfield is a senior lecturer in psychology at the University of Winchester in the UK. He's curious about how our various stories and narratives might shape -- and are shaped by -- our curiosity.Joe has researched how morbid c…
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Ep. #244: Curiosity, Stories & Belonging, with Kiran Singh Sirah
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I could listen to peace-builder and story-teller Kiran Singh Sirah all day.Not because he's a gifted and generous story-teller -- he most certainly is -- but because his world view is so encompassing, so uplifting, so empowering. So beautiful.Our conversation about curiosity, stories and belonging gets to the heart of who we are as humans, and what…
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The Psychology of Identity and Fostering Social Harmony w/ Dr. Jay Van Bavel
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This week Scott is joined by NYU professor and expert on social identity, Dr. Jay Van Bavel. Dr. Kaufman and Dr. Van Bavel discuss how to escape your echo chambers and overcome your biases, the role social media plays in creating a funhouse mirror, and how to make connections with fellow humans even if they're in your out-group. See omnystudio.com/…
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In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Ryan Moyer speaks with clinical psychologist Dr. Jonathan Abramowitz about obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). They discuss how OCD is different from "ordinary" obsessions, different categories of obsessive thoughts, whether or not traumatic events cause OCD, and how exposure helps to treat OCD symptoms. For mor…
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This week Scott is joined by consultant, coach, speaker, and author Africa Brooke. In this lively conversation, Scott and Africa discuss the importance of diversity of thought, expressing yourself in an age of intolerance, and why sometimes it's important to listen to people that you don't necessarily agree with. See omnystudio.com/listener for pri…
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Ep. #242: Social Enterprise: Curiosity, Innovation & Purpose, with Timothy D. Craggette
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I'm intrigued by the concept of social enterprises -- businesses with a sense of purpose larger than themselves.Timothy D. Craggette is founder and Chief Education Officer of NAASBI, The National Association for the Advancement of Small Business Innovation. He trains business owners and supports small business innovation through the association and…
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During the Victorian era, the display of differently abled humans, termed the Freak Show, was a hugely popular form of entertainment. Today this form of entertainment is nearly taboo, but the morbid fascination with disability and physical differences remains. Let's discuss why.By The Morbid Curiosity Podcast
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Finding Work That Leaves You Fulfilled w/ Dr. Tessa West
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This week Scott is joined by NYU professor and author Dr. Tessa West. Scott and Dr. West discuss how to find a fulfilling job, how to deal with jerks in the workplace, five common sources of career frustration, and how to make a resume more appealing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Ep. #241: Curiosity, Tiny Experiments & Liminal Space, with Anne-Laure Le Cunff
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Anne-Laure Le Cunff is a Choose to Be Curious trifecta: researcher, theoretician -- and practitioner. A neuroscientist and deep thinker about the personal and social implications of our curiosity, she conducts tiny experiments to focus closely on how we use our time and energy to best effect.Anne-Laure is the founder of Ness Labs, a collective plat…
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Vulnerable Minds and the Hope of Resilience w/ Marc Hauser
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This week Scott is joined by evolutionary biologist and author, Dr. Marc Hauser. Scott and Marc discuss adverse child experiences and why it's important to distinguish them from trauma. They also discuss Marc's framework for thinking about childhood adversity and how to help all kinds of vulnerable minds. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf…
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Ep. #240: A Mile in Their Shoes: A River Runs through Us
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What do people who know and appreciate a place deeply see that I might not? The Mount Vernon Trail winds its way along the river, a combination national park and major commuter artery. It's a place I find myself frequently and I wondered: what am I not seeing in this place that is so familiar?The Trail is there because the Potomac River is there, a…
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Why Social Health Is the Missing Key to Living Longer, Healthier, and Happier w/ Kasley Killam
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This week Scott is joined by author and social health expert Kasley Killam. Scott and Kasley discuss the importance of prioritizing social health and why cultivating relationships is as important as diet, exercise and sleep. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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Ep. #239: Identity & the Grace of Curiosity, with Annabelle Tometich
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Annabelle Tometich -- writer, editor, former food critic and now author -- joins me to explore the tricky, high-traffic intersection of identity and curiosity.Who gets to decide identity? How do we determine our own, let alone someone else's, identity? How might we allow ourselves and others a little grace to figure these things out?Find Annabelle …
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Scheitan - Fire at Dawn Amulet - When Winter Comes (A Hole Inside My Heart Mix by William Faith) Autumn - Catacombs The March Violets - Hammer The Last Nail VAZUM - Western Violence Ground Nero - In The Blood Lockjaw - Resist Scorpion Tea - Exacting Father Bellhead - Into The Deep Pitch Black Manor - Cry Havoc Astari Nite - Tongue Tied Galore Ashes…
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The Anxious Generation w/ Jonathan Haidt
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This week Scott is joined by NYU social psychologist and author Dr. Jonathan Haidt. Scott and Jonathan discuss the "great rewiring of childhood" and how it is negatively affecting the mental health of teenagers. They also discuss why a return to play based childhoods are better for kids in the long run and review the criticism of his research with …
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Ep. #238: Unflinching Empathy & Putting Our Trust in Curiosity, with Rachel Kadish
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"Curiosity is fundamental to writing and to everything that I treasure," said writer Rachel Kadish as we opened our conversation. Hard to imagine, but it just kept getting better from there...Inspired by her New York Times opinion essay on teaching writers to seek "unflinching empathy", I invited her to join me for a conversation about putting our …
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This month we take a look at Gaza and the history of the Middle East. We'll explore the current conflict in the region and discuss how world events shape and impact the goth scene. Our guest this episode is Hani Please consider supporting us on Patreon! Intro 00:00 Male Tears - Paradísco 4:45 Getting into Goth: Music, Nerds, and Dance 6:00 Why This…
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#054 - Intelligence with Dr. Russell T. Warne
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In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Ryan Moyer speaks with educational psychology scholar Dr. Russell Warne about intelligence and his book, In the Know: Debunking 35 Myths about Human Intelligence. They discuss the key components of intelligence, the myth of multiple intelligences, what life outcomes are improved by having higher intelligence, to …
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This week Scott is joined by author and podcaster, Cory Allen. Scott and Cory discuss how to live better through teachings on mindfulness, mental clarity, facing reality, and personal growth through the lens of Buddhism. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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