Four Lessons in Bridge-Building from “The Good Place”
The NBC comedy has something to teach us all about how different kinds of people can come together.
If You’re in Danger, Will Bystanders Help?
The bystander effect only tells part of the story.
How to Fight Racism Through Inner Work
Rhonda Magee explains how mindfulness-based awareness and compassion is key to racial justice work.
Why Do We Think Money Buys Happiness?
A bank error sent a Pennsylvania couple on a spending spree. What does their case reveal about the bad and good in humanity?
Episode 48: Can Margaret Cho Get Any Better?
She's one of the most accomplished comedians of her generation. But Margaret Cho wants to find a different kind of happiness.
Happiness Doesn’t Make You Ignore Social Problems
A new study suggests that happy people—far from being self-centered or disengaged—are more willing to tackle social problems.
Episode 47: Can You Humanize a Zombie?
Should we try to find common ground with the villains in our lives? Comedian Zahra Noorbakhsh tries to understand a "zombie" from her past.
How to Beat Stereotypes by Seeing People as Individuals
We often judge people by their group membership—but research suggests other ways to see each other.
How to Beat Stereotypes by Seeing People as Individuals
We often judge people by their group membership—but research suggests other ways to see each other.
Four Lessons in Bridge-Building from “The Good Place”
The NBC comedy has something to teach us all about how different kinds of people can come together.
Happiness Doesn’t Make You Ignore Social Problems
A new study suggests that happy people—far from being self-centered or disengaged—are more willing to tackle social problems.
Why Do We Think Money Buys Happiness?
A bank error sent a Pennsylvania couple on a spending spree. What does their case reveal about the bad and good in humanity?
How to Fight Racism Through Inner Work
Rhonda Magee explains how mindfulness-based awareness and compassion is key to racial justice work.
How Conformity Can Be Good and Bad for Society
A new book looks at why people conform to others’ expectations and how it can be a force for good and bad decision making.
If You’re in Danger, Will Bystanders Help?
The bystander effect only tells part of the story.
Episode 47: Can You Humanize a Zombie?
Should we try to find common ground with the villains in our lives? Comedian Zahra Noorbakhsh tries to understand a "zombie" from her past.