How you see yourself

Climate action usually means sacrifice: eat less meat, buy less, drive less. What if there's another approach? Researcher Elizabeth Dunn shares climate hacks that help the planet AND make us happier.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data ...  Show more

What happened in the days, even hours, after an asteroid set off the fifth extinction? A New Jersey quarry, and site of a new museum founded by paleontologist Ken Lacovara, sheds light on the mystery.Original broadcast date: August 16, 2024Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy ...  Show more

Who are you, really? Neuroscientist Anil Seth lays out his fascinating new theory of consciousness and self, centered on the notion that we “predict” the world into existence. From sleep to memory and everything in between, Seth explores the reality we experience in our brains -- ...  Show more

What can acting reveal about the mystery of consciousness? Actor and producer Yara Shahidi and cognitive neuroscientist Anil Seth unpack the surprising ways that portraying different characters can reveal insights about our authentic selves — even if we're not actually performing ...  Show more

Your hosts talk about how we perceive the world and the challenge of mindfully updating our perceptions. 

Thank you for listening! Today's question: How do you want to go deeper in getting to know yourself this year?__Thank you for listening! If you enjoy what you hear, here are some ways to support the show:1-Share with a friend or on social media!2-Leave a rating/review on Apple Po ...  Show more