Flat Earth Oops! Unpacking a Medieval Myth

Ever struggle with decisions, planning, or resisting that extra cookie? Meet your frontal lobe – the brain's executive suite! Let's explore the part of your brain responsible for personality, judgment, and making you... well, you.To unlock full access to all our episodes, conside ...  Show more

Ever wondered why that sudden “hic!” sneaks up on you, no matter how careful you are? In this episode, we dive into the simple yet surprising science behind hiccups—and what they might be trying to tell you. Get ready to learn, laugh, and never feel embarrassed about hiccupping a ...  Show more

Explore the fascinating Ship of Theseus paradox: If a ship's parts are all replaced, is it still the same ship? Delve into questions of identity, change, and what makes something itself.To unlock full access to all our episodes, consider becoming a premium subscriber on Apple Pod ...  Show more

From the Ship of Theseus to the Grand Shrine of Ise, from the Tin Woodman to our own constantly renewing bodies, humans have long wrestled with a profound question: When something is replaced piece by piece, is it still the same thing? Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Visi ...  Show more

C-sections are the most frequently performed major surgeries in the world. So why do so many patients feel severe pain during them? Season 2 of the award-winning podcast “The Retrievals” is an investigation into this underreported problem — and the new effort to solve it.Listen w ...  Show more

Pain during a cesarean section isn’t a new problem. But for a long time, it’s been a hidden one. In England, a patient named Susanna not only brings the problem to doctors’ attention, but also tries to solve it. Our newest podcast, “The Preventionist” is out now. Search for it wh ...  Show more