How Creativity Works
By Jeremy Adam Smith | April 10, 2012Imagine author Jonah Lehrer explores how neuroscientific discoveries have helped us understand the ways we imagine new things.
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How to Foster Group Creativity
By Jeremy Adam Smith | April 11, 2012In the second of a two-part conversation, Imagine author Jonah Lehrer explains how science can help teams become more creative.
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Do Mirror Neurons Give Us Empathy?
By Jason Marsh | March 29, 2012Neuroscientist V.S. Ramachandran explains what mirror neurons tell us—and what they don't—about empathy and other skills.
Pro-Social Primates
By Jason Marsh | March 28, 2012Yale psychologist Laurie Santos explains why we should get inside monkeys' minds.
The Power of Self-Compassion
By Jason Marsh | March 14, 2012Kristin Neff discusses how self-compassion differs from self-esteem, why self-compassion can be hard for Americans, and the transformative effect it had on her own life--part of Greater Good's podcast series.
Sex, George Clooney, and the Meaning of Life
By Michael Bergeisen | August 10, 2011Paul Bloom discusses how the psychology of pleasure can explain what we like and why we do good--part of Greater Good's podcast series.
The Science of Happiness, Coming Soon to a Theater Near You
By Jason Marsh | May 20, 2011An interview with Roko Belic, director of the new documentary film Happy.
Forgiveness Gets its Close-Up
By Jason Marsh | April 14, 2011An interview with Helen Whitney, director of the new PBS documentary, Forgiveness: A Time to Love and a Time to Hate.
Can We Find Happiness at Work?
By Michael Bergeisen | April 1, 2011Srikumar Rao, the “happiness guru” of the business world, discusses his ideas for finding joy and meaning in your job--part of Greater Good's podcast series.
What Makes a Good Death?
By Michael Bergeisen | November 4, 2010Award-winning New York Times columnist Jane Brody offers lessons for navigating the practical and emotional challenges of end-of-life--part of Greater Good's podcast series.
How to Understand the Tea Party
By Michael Bergeisen | October 7, 2010As the political season heats up, psychologist Jonathan Haidt explains why liberals and conservatives don’t understand each other, and how psychological research can help us get past the culture wars—part of Greater Good's podcast series.
The Neuroscience of Happiness
By Michael Bergeisen | September 22, 2010Best-selling author Rick Hanson explains how we can rewire our brains for lasting happiness—part of Greater Good's podcast series.
Rethinking Buddhism
By Michael Bergeisen | July 29, 2010Best-selling Buddhist author Stephen Batchelor discusses the interplay between Buddhism and science—part of Greater Good's podcast series.
What Is a Meaningful Life?
By Michael Bergeisen | July 6, 2010Kicking off Greater Good’s podcast series, Dacher Keltner discusses the scientific frontiers of compassion, happiness, and altruism.
Fun Making Things: An interview with Pete Docter, director of the new film, “Up”
By Jeremy Adam Smith | May 26, 2009
Why We Make Art
By Jason Marsh, Jeremy Adam Smith | Winter 2009Seven artists explain why they write, rap, take photos, draw, dance, and make movies.
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How to Foster Group Creativity
April 11, 2012In the second of a two-part conversation, Imagine author Jonah Lehrer explains how science can help teams become more creative.
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You’re Never Too Old to Build Emotional Intelligence
April 24, 2012A recent study suggests we can learn to regulate and manage our emotions even after we’re reached adulthood.
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How to Relieve Stress
March 22, 2012Robert M. Sapolsky explains why stress can become a chronic problem—and how we can reduce the toll it takes on our lives.
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Five Lessons in Human Goodness from “The Hunger Games”
April 18, 2012The plot of the new film sounds cynical. But it reveals a surprising amount about the science of human goodness.
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Lessons in Creativity from Caine’s Arcade
May 1, 2012The latest viral video sensation is more than a portrait of a cute and creative kid. It's a guide to how we can nurture kids' imagination.
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How to Heal the Angry Brain
May 8, 2012A new book reveals how understanding the way your brain works can help you control anger and aggression.
How to Keep Your Child Safe (and Happy) Online, Part 1
May 14, 2012Tips for helping kids navigate the social media minefield
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