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The Rewired SoulThe History of Making Faces with Lindsey FitzharrisEpisode Notes There have been many medical advances in the last hundred years, but one underrated surgical procedure is that of facial reconstruction. Dr. Lindsey Fitzharris writes about medical history, and in her new book, she tells the story of the World War I surgeon who helped pioneer facial reconstruction surgery for wounded soldiers. We discuss the history of this surgery, the psychological effects of facial injuries, as well as the stigma around these types of injuries and how far we've come. Follow Lindsey on Twitter @DrLindseyFitz Follow Lindsey on Instagram @drlindseyfitzharris Get a copy...2022-06-011h 05

The Rewired SoulThe History of Making Faces with Lindsey FitzharrisThere have been many medical advances in the last hundred years, but one underrated surgical procedure is that of facial reconstruction. Dr. Lindsey Fitzharris writes about medical history, and in her new book, she tells the story of the World War I surgeon who helped pioneer facial reconstruction surgery for wounded soldiers. We discuss the history of this surgery, the psychological effects of facial injuries, as well as the stigma around these types of injuries and how far we've come.Follow Lindsey on Twitter @DrLindseyFitzFollow Lindsey on Instagram @drlindseyfitzharrisGet...2022-06-011h 05

The Rewired SoulBringing Philosophy into Prisons with Andy WestEpisode Notes What happens when you introduce philosophy to prisoners? Today's guest is Andy West, a philosopher who discusses his experience teaching philosophy to inmates in his brand new book. Andy shares his personal experience with family members in prison, a moral look at people breaking the law, and the perspective from prisoners about philosophical questions. Follow Andy on Twitter @AndyWPhilosophy Get a copy of The Life Inside Become a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com and get early access to episodes! Get your free books by Chris here: https...2022-05-2659 min

The Rewired SoulBringing Philosophy into Prisons with Andy WestWhat happens when you introduce philosophy to prisoners? Today's guest is Andy West, a philosopher who discusses his experience teaching philosophy to inmates in his brand new book. Andy shares his personal experience with family members in prison, a moral look at people breaking the law, and the perspective from prisoners about philosophical questions.Follow Andy on Twitter @AndyWPhilosophyGet a copy of The Life InsideBecome a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com and get early access to episodes!Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3...2022-05-2559 min

The Rewired SoulThe Hidden Games of Human Behavior with Moshe Hoffman and Erez YoeliEpisode Notes People are more strategic than we sometimes give them credit for, but how much of it is done consciously? Game theory originated from concerns about nuclear war, but now there's so much more research being done about how we evolved for these "hidden games". Today's guests are Moshe Hoffman and Erez Yoeli to discuss their brand new book with some groundbreaking research and insights about game theory. Follow Moshe on Twitter @Moshe_Hoffman Follow Erez on Twitter @erezyoeli Get a copy of Hidden Games Politico piece: How Game Theory Explains Why We Have...2022-05-201h 08

The Rewired SoulThe Hidden Games of Human Behavior with Moshe Hoffman and Erez YoeliPeople are more strategic than we sometimes give them credit for, but how much of it is done consciously? Game theory originated from concerns about nuclear war, but now there's so much more research being done about how we evolved for these "hidden games". Today's guests are Moshe Hoffman and Erez Yoeli to discuss their brand new book with some groundbreaking research and insights about game theory.Follow Moshe on Twitter @Moshe_HoffmanFollow Erez on Twitter @erezyoeliGet a copy of Hidden GamesPolitico piece: How Game Theory...2022-05-191h 08

The Rewired SoulWhy the Stock Market Goes Up (and Down) with Brian FeroldiEpisode Notes Why the stock markets and individual stocks move is a mystery that can make many of us scared to start investing. Although we know that investing can improve our financial future, it can be extremely intimidating. Fortunately, today's guest helps demystify the stock market for beginners in his brand new book. Brian Feroldi discusses why stocks go up and down, what it means when you buy stock in a company, and many misconceptions about stocks. We also discuss Elon Musk, Tesla stock, and so-called "experts". Follow Brian on Twitter @BrianFeroldi Get a copy...2022-05-1850 min

The Rewired SoulWhy the Stock Market Goes Up (and Down) with Brian FeroldiWhy the stock markets and individual stocks move is a mystery that can make many of us scared to start investing. Although we know that investing can improve our financial future, it can be extremely intimidating. Fortunately, today's guest helps demystify the stock market for beginners in his brand new book. Brian Feroldi discusses why stocks go up and down, what it means when you buy stock in a company, and many misconceptions about stocks. We also discuss Elon Musk, Tesla stock, and so-called "experts".Follow Brian on Twitter @BrianFeroldiGet a copy of Why...2022-05-1750 min

The Rewired SoulEveryday Safety and Security Tips with Cathy PedrayesEpisode Notes Many of us take safety and security for granted, but it's key to avoiding disaster, danger, and theft. Today's guest is social media star Cathy Pedrayes to discuss her brand new book. We discuss topics like keeping your data safe online, a counterintuitive way to stay safe in case of fires, and how educating yourself can reduce anxiety. Cathy also offers a wide range of tips for women to stay safe and feel more confident when alone. Follow Cathy on TikTok @cathypedrayes Follow Cathy on Instagram @cathypedrayes Get a copy of The Mom...2022-05-121h 06

The Rewired SoulEveryday Safety and Security Tips with Cathy PedrayesMany of us take safety and security for granted, but it's key to avoiding disaster, danger, and theft. Today's guest is social media star Cathy Pedrayes to discuss her brand new book. We discuss topics like keeping your data safe online, a counterintuitive way to stay safe in case of fires, and how educating yourself can reduce anxiety. Cathy also offers a wide range of tips for women to stay safe and feel more confident when alone.Follow Cathy on TikTok @cathypedrayesFollow Cathy on Instagram @cathypedrayesGet a copy of...2022-05-111h 06

The Rewired SoulWhy We Make Bad Financial Decisions with Daniel CrosbyEpisode Notes We all love to believe that we're completely rational, but behavioral economics has proven time and time again that we're often quite irrational. Not only does it affect our daily decisions, but it also affects how we spend our money when it comes to investing. Today's guest is Daniel Crosby, and he's an expert in behavioral finance. We discuss how to avoid thinking traps when making investment decisions as well as some other ways we can invest smarter and grow our wealth. Follow Daniel on Twitter @danielcrosby Get a copy of The Laws...2022-05-101h 02

The Rewired SoulWhy We Make Bad Financial Decisions with Daniel CrosbyWe all love to believe that we're completely rational, but behavioral economics has proven time and time again that we're often quite irrational. Not only does it affect our daily decisions, but it also affects how we spend our money when it comes to investing. Today's guest is Daniel Crosby, and he's an expert in behavioral finance. We discuss how to avoid thinking traps when making investment decisions as well as some other ways we can invest smarter and grow our wealth.Follow Daniel on Twitter @danielcrosbyGet a copy of The Laws of Wealth 2022-05-101h 02

The Rewired SoulThe Good Enough Life with Avram AlpertEpisode Notes We all want the best in every situation. We want to be the best at what we do, we want the best relationships, and we want to be the best possible version of ourselves. But can this hunt for greatness lead to misery and other consequences? Today's guest is Avram Alpert to discuss his new book The Good Enough Life. We discuss how good enough is something we need to consider while not settling as well. We also discuss how this need for greatness leaves many behind in society and also affects our planet. 2022-05-031h 15

The Rewired SoulThe Good Enough Life with Avram AlpertWe all want the best in every situation. We want to be the best at what we do, we want the best relationships, and we want to be the best possible version of ourselves. But can this hunt for greatness lead to misery and other consequences? Today's guest is Avram Alpert to discuss his new book The Good Enough Life. We discuss how good enough is something we need to consider while not settling as well. We also discuss how this need for greatness leaves many behind in society and also affects our planet.Follow...2022-05-021h 15

The Rewired SoulBusting Money Management Myths with Nick MaggiulliEpisode Notes There are many myths about the best ways to manage our money. In this episode, I chat with Nick Maggiulli about his brand new book. We discuss how to manage your 401k, saving vs investing, whether investing is a rigged game and much more. Follow Nick on Twitter @dollarsanddata Get a copy of Just Keep Buying Check out Nick's blog Of Dollars and Data Become a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com and get early access to episodes! Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3...2022-04-2800 min

The Rewired SoulBusting Money Management Myths with Nick MaggiulliThere are many myths about the best ways to manage our money. In this episode, I chat with Nick Maggiulli about his brand new book. We discuss how to manage your 401k, saving vs investing, whether investing is a rigged game and much more.Follow Nick on Twitter @dollarsanddataGet a copy of Just Keep BuyingCheck out Nick's blog Of Dollars and DataBecome a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com and get early access to episodes!Get your free books by Chris here: https...2022-04-2759 min

The Rewired SoulBecoming an Entrepreneur and Embracing Capitalism with Gregory DiehlEpisode Notes For Western democratic countries, capitalism is the norm, but what's it like in post-Soviet nations? Today's guest is the author and entrepreneur Gregory Diehl to talk about his amazing new book. We discuss his experience in Armenia teaching people about entrepreneurship as well as how people may take self-determination for granted. Follow Gregory on Twitter @GregoryVDiehl Grab a copy of Everyone is an Entrepreneur Visit Gregorydiehl.net Become a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com and get early access to episodes! Get your free books by Chris here...2022-04-261h 00

The Rewired SoulBecoming an Entrepreneur and Embracing Capitalism with Gregory DiehlFor Western democratic countries, capitalism is the norm, but what's it like in post-Soviet nations? Today's guest is the author and entrepreneur Gregory Diehl to talk about his amazing new book. We discuss his experience in Armenia teaching people about entrepreneurship as well as how people may take self-determination for granted.Follow Gregory on Twitter @GregoryVDiehlGrab a copy of Everyone is an EntrepreneurVisit Gregorydiehl.netGet your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6Follow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter and Instagram Support...2022-04-251h 00

The Rewired SoulOur History of Addiction with Carl Erik FisherEpisode Notes The number of deaths from addiction has been rising for years, and we have yet to find any solutions. Today's guest is Dr. Carl Erik Fisher who not only specializes in addiction, but he's in recovery as well. We discuss the history of addiction, how it's treated, what works and what doesn't. This is a complex, nuanced issue, and he's written one of the best books to date on the topic. Follow Carl @DrCarlErik Get a copy of The Urge Check out Carl's podcast Flourishing After Addiction Become a paid Substack...2022-04-221h 04

The Rewired SoulOur History of Addiction with Carl Erik FisherThe number of deaths from addiction has been rising for years, and we have yet to find any solutions. Today's guest is Dr. Carl Erik Fisher who not only specializes in addiction, but he's in recovery as well. We discuss the history of addiction, how it's treated, what works and what doesn't. This is a complex, nuanced issue, and he's written one of the best books to date on the topic.Follow Carl @DrCarlErikGet a copy of The UrgeCheck out Carl's podcast Flourishing After AddictionGet your free books...2022-04-211h 04

The Rewired SoulResearching Why We Love or Hate Horror with Mathias ClasenEpisode Notes Why do some people love horror and other people hate it? Can horror help improve our mental health? And why are horror movies looked down upon by movie critics? Today's guest is Mathias Clasen, and he's here to answer all these questions and more. Mathias is a horror researcher, and he has a lot of insight into the benefits of watching horror as well as some of the myths. Follow Mathias on Twitter @MathiasClasen Get a copy of A Very Nervous Person's Guide to Watching Horror Visit the Recreational Fear Lab website 2022-04-201h 01

The Rewired SoulResearching Why We Love or Hate Horror with Mathias ClasenWhy do some people love horror and other people hate it? Can horror help improve our mental health? And why are horror movies looked down upon by movie critics? Today's guest is Mathias Clasen, and he's here to answer all these questions and more. Mathias is a horror researcher, and he has a lot of insight into the benefits of watching horror as well as some of the myths.Follow Mathias on Twitter @MathiasClasenGet a copy of A Very Nervous Person's Guide to Watching HorrorVisit the Recreational Fear Lab...2022-04-191h 01

The Rewired SoulBONUS: Battling Biased Media with Arjun Moorthy of TheFactual.comIt's no secret that biased corporate media and misinformation is a major problem that's fueling polarization and harming our democracy. Today's guest is looking to help fix this issue. Arjun Moorthy is the co-founder of The Factual, an app that vets news stories for bias and accuracy so users have what they need to know before reading a story.Check out The Factual app Follow Arjun on Twitter @jucemoorthy Follow The Factual on Twitter @thefactualnewsBecome a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com and get early access to episodes!2022-04-171h 09

The Rewired SoulBONUS: Battling Biased Media with Arjun Moorthy of TheFactual.comEpisode Notes It's no secret that biased corporate media and misinformation is a major problem that's fueling polarization and harming our democracy. Today's guest is looking to help fix this issue. Arjun Moorthy is the co-founder of The Factual, an app that vets news stories for bias and accuracy so users have what they need to know before reading a story. Check out The Factual app Follow Arjun on Twitter @jucemoorthy Follow The Factual on Twitter @thefactualnews Become a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com and get early access to episodes! 2022-04-1700 min

The Rewired SoulGetting Conned with Maria KonnikovaEpisode Notes There's no shortage of documentaries, TV shows and series about real world stories of people getting scammed out of thousands or even millions. Today's guest is best-selling psychology writer Maria Konnikova to discuss why we get conned and how we can prevent it. We chat about what makes us susceptible to being conned and why we're naturally trusting of others. Follow Maria on Twitter @mkonnikova Get a copy of The Confidence Game Get a copy of The Biggest Bluff Get a copy of Mastermind Get a copy of Migraine Become a...2022-04-1352 min

The Rewired SoulSocial Lies with Todd RoseEpisode Notes We regularly lie to ourselves individually, but what about the social lies we tell collectively? Today's guest is Todd Rose to discuss how conformity and a variety of psychological thinking errors lead us to make bad decisions as a collective. Follow Todd on Twitter @ltoddrose Get a copy of Collective Illusions Become a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com and get early access to episodes! Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter and Instagram Subscribe to The Rewired...2022-04-061h 11

The Rewired SoulRaising Critical Thinking Kids with Julie BogartEpisode Notes Raising kids who can critically think is one of the most important things we can do for our children. Whether you're a parent, teacher, or anyone involved with kids in any capacity, we need them to grow up knowing how to think critically, be skeptical, and question properly. Today's guest is Julie Bogart who wrote a phenomenal book helping parents and others raise critical thinkers. Follow Julie on Instagram @braverwriter Follow Julie on Twitter @BraveWriter Get a copy of Raising Critical Thinkers Visit BraveWriter.com Become a paid Substack subscriber at...2022-03-301h 04

The Rewired SoulBeing Better Through Stoic Virtues with Kai WhitingEpisode Notes Many of the books in recent years about stoicism are geared toward Silicon Valley entrepreneurs, and it seems like it's just a philosophy to work hard and not be overtaken by emotions. The reality is that stoicism is far more than that. Today, we chat with philosopher Kai Whiting about his new book Being Better. We discuss what we can learn from stoicism to make a world worth living in. Follow Kai on Twitter @kaiwhiting Get a copy of Being Better Visit Kai's website StoicKai.com Become a paid Substack subscriber...2022-03-231h 04

The Rewired SoulThe Shame Machine with Cathy O'NeilEpisode Notes How has the digital age made us feel more shame than ever? Today's guest is a mathematician and amazing author Cathy O'Neil. Her new book discusses how online marketing, advertisements, and algorithms are designed to make us feel shame for profit. We discuss the various issues from body image, to mental health and polarization. Most importantly, we discuss how they trick us to buy into these narratives to shame others. Follow Cathy on Twitter @mathbabedotorg Get a copy of The Shame Machine Get a copy of Weapons of Math Destruction Become...2022-03-1854 min

The Rewired SoulCoddling Young American Minds with Greg LukianoffEpisode Notes Are young people more easily offended than previous generations? And how have college campuses fueled outrage culture? Today's guest is Greg Lukianoff, and he's the CEO of Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (F.I.R.E.) as well as the co-author of The Coddling of the American Mind with Jonathan Haidt. In this episode, we discuss free speech, how cognitive behavioral therapy helps with resilience, outrage culture, and much more. Follow Greg on Twitter @glukianoff Follow FIRE on Twitter @ThieFIREorg Get a copy of The Coddling of the American Mind ...2022-03-1600 min

The Rewired SoulUnderstanding Innovation Stagnation with Michael BhaskarEpisode Notes Why has innovation stagnated, and what are some of the solutions? Today's guest is Michael Bhaskar, a researcher and publisher who wrote an amazing book about innovation. In this episode, we discuss why innovation stagnates, the pros and cons of capitalism and regulation, how the culture wars effect research and much more. Follow Michael on Twitter @michaelbhaskar Get a copy of Human Frontiers Become a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com and get early access to episodes! Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 2022-03-0958 min

The Rewired SoulBONUS: Breaking Away from the Tribe with Claire LehmannClaire Lehmann is the founder of Quillette.com, a website that has been deemed controversial by some for covering topics about feminism, trans issues, as well as many other social justice topics. Recently, Claire has had former followers turn against her as she has broken away from the tribe with her views on science and COVID mandates. We discuss tribalism, science, what's really going on in Australia and much more.Follow Claire on Twitter @clairlemon Follow Claire on Instagram @clairelehmann Visit Quillette.com Follow Quillette on Twitter @Quillette 2022-03-061h 05

The Rewired SoulBONUS: Breaking Away from the Tribe with Claire LehmannEpisode Notes Claire Lehmann is the founder of Quillette.com, a website that has been deemed controversial by some for covering topics about feminism, trans issues, as well as many other social justice topics. Recently, Claire has had former followers turn against her as she has broken away from the tribe with her views on science and COVID mandates. We discuss tribalism, science, what's really going on in Australia and much more. Follow Claire on Twitter @clairlemon Follow Claire on Instagram @clairelehmann Visit Quillette.com Follow Quillette on Twitter @Quillette Become a paid...2022-03-061h 05

The Rewired SoulPUBLIC: Fixing How We Solve Problems with Amy HermanWe run into a problems on a daily basis. Whether it's at work or in our personal lives, we all have to figure out how to solve them. Today's guest is Amy Herman who teaches us what we can learn from art and use it to solve problems in our everyday lives.Follow Amy on Twitter @AmyHermanAOPGet a copy of FIXEDVisit Artfulperception.comVisit Artfulbooks.comGet your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6Follow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter and Instagram 2022-03-031h 08

The Rewired SoulFixing How We Solve Problems with Amy HermanEpisode Notes We run into a problems on a daily basis. Whether it's at work or in our personal lives, we all have to figure out how to solve them. Today's guest is Amy Herman who teaches us what we can learn from art and use it to solve problems in our everyday lives. Follow Amy on Twitter @AmyHermanAOP Get a copy of FIXED Visit Artfulperception.com Visit Artfulbooks.com Become a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com and get early access to episodes! Get your free books by Chris...2022-03-021h 08

The Rewired SoulPUBLIC: The Science of Self-Awareness with Steve FlemingWe all think we're self-aware, but we're victims of self-deception and denial far more than we think. Today we talk with Steve Fleming who researches the science of self-awareness, and it's one of the most important topics we can discuss. Self-deception and our lack of self-awareness make us fall victim to manipulation, and it also makes our lives much more difficult. But when we learn about the science of self-awareness, it can be extremely beneficial.Follow Steve on Twitter @smflemingGet a copy of Know ThyselfGet your free books by Chris here...2022-03-011h 09

The Rewired SoulThe Science of Self-Awareness with Steve FlemingEpisode Notes We all think we're self-aware, but we're victims of self-deception and denial far more than we think. Today we talk with Steve Fleming who researches the science of self-awareness, and it's one of the most important topics we can discuss. Self-deception and our lack of self-awareness make us fall victim to manipulation, and it also makes our lives much more difficult. But when we learn about the science of self-awareness, it can be extremely beneficial. Follow Steve on Twitter @smfleming Get a copy of Know Thyself Become a paid Substack subscriber...2022-02-281h 09

The Rewired SoulPUBLIC: Battling COVID Vaccine Misinformation with Nicholas ChristakisCOVID vaccine misinformation has been a major issue, but how do we fight it? Today's guest is Yale professor Nicholas Christakis who has been on the ground floor of the COVID pandemic since before it came to the United States. From day one, he's been tracking the pandemic and even wrote one of the first books about our response to COVID and what we could have done better. In this episode, we discuss where we've been and where we're headed, and we also discusses the balance between vaccine misinformation and free speech.Follow Nicholas on Twitter @NAChristakis 2022-02-2553 min

The Rewired SoulBattling COVID Vaccine Misinformation with Nicholas ChristakisEpisode Notes COVID vaccine misinformation has been a major issue, but how do we fight it? Today's guest is Yale professor Nicholas Christakis who has been on the ground floor of the COVID pandemic since before it came to the United States. From day one, he's been tracking the pandemic and even wrote one of the first books about our response to COVID and what we could have done better. In this episode, we discuss where we've been and where we're headed, and we also discusses the balance between vaccine misinformation and free speech. Follow...2022-02-2553 min

The Rewired SoulPUBLIC: Entering the Toxic World of Self-Care with Leigh SteinI’m going to start posting the episodes on Substack after they go live publicly. I also don’t want to spam your email inbox. So, if it gets annoying, let me know by emailing me at TheRewiredSoul@gmail.comEverywhere we look, people are talking about self-care, but some of us have noticed how toxic it's become. Today's guest is author Leigh Stein who wrote the phenomenal fiction book titled Self-Care, which dives into some social commentary around self-care and the girl boss movement. We discuss the book, mental health, and some tricky topics in our cult...2022-02-241h 27

The Rewired SoulEntering the Toxic World of Self-Care with Leigh SteinEpisode Notes Everywhere we look, people are talking about self-care, but some of us have noticed how toxic it's become. Today's guest is author Leigh Stein who wrote the phenomenal fiction book titled Self-Care, which dives into some social commentary around self-care and the girl boss movement. We discuss the book, mental health, and some tricky topics in our culture today. Leigh is also a writing coach, so we dive into some topics on writing, publishing, marketing, and more. Follow Leigh on Twitter @rhymeswithbee Get a copy of Self-Care Get a copy of What to...2022-02-231h 27

The Rewired SoulBONUS: The Status Signaling of Luxury Beliefs with Rob HendersonI’m going to start uploading all the episodes to Substack as well, but the early ones will be behind the paywall. Enjoy this new episode!Whether we notice it or not, we're constantly signaling to others. We showcase our beliefs and our status so others know who we are and where we stand on the social hierarchy. Today's guest is Rob Henderson who coined the term "luxury beliefs", which are often conveyed by those who come from privileged or wealthy backgrounds, but these values aren't about actually changing the world for the better. In this conversation, we...2022-02-201h 05

The Rewired SoulBONUS: The Status Signaling of Luxury Beliefs with Rob HendersonEpisode Notes Whether we notice it or not, we're constantly signaling to others. We showcase our beliefs and our status so others know who we are and where we stand on the social hierarchy. Today's guest is Rob Henderson who coined the term "luxury beliefs", which are often conveyed by those who come from privileged or wealthy backgrounds, but these values aren't about actually changing the world for the better. In this conversation, we discuss why people showcase these luxury beliefs, and we also chat about how we can help provide children from less fortunate backgrounds with...2022-02-201h 05

The Rewired SoulThe Art of Insubordination with Todd KashdanEpisode Notes Is there a proven way to insubordinate and actually get the change you want? Today's guest is Todd Kashdan, and in his book, he turns to psychological research about the art of insubordination. In this episode, we talk about tragedies that happen because people won't speak up, why it's important to be a principled rebel, and how we can teach our kids to dissent without being jerks. Follow Todd on Twitter @toddkashdan Get a copy of The Art of Insubordination Check out Todd's website Become a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul...2022-02-181h 27

The Rewired SoulA History of Free Speech with Jacob MchangamaEpisode Notes Do you ever wonder why free speech is so important? Today, we chat with Jacob Mchangama about his brand new book A History of Free speech, where he outlines just what the book title suggests. In this conversation, we discuss the history of free speech, how people often don't understand why it's so important, and what it is about human nature that makes us want to censor bad and hateful ideas. Follow Jacob on Twitter @JMchangama Get a copy of Free Speech Become a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com...2022-02-161h 03

The Rewired SoulBONUES: Getting Canceled with Journalist Kat TenbargeEpisode Notes Many underestimate the world of social media influencers, but they're shaping the future in a way that most people can't comprehend. Today's guest is journalist Kat Tenbarge who reports on culture and social media influencers who gained notoriety for her story about David Dobrik's vlog squad and alleged sexual assault of young women. In this episode, we discuss influencers, cancel culture, mental health, parasocial relationships and much more. Follow Kat on Twitter @kattenbarge Become a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com and get early access to episodes! Get...2022-02-141h 09

The Rewired SoulThe Future of Artificial Intimacy with Rob BrooksEpisode Notes Rob Brooks researches the deep questions about where we're headed with technology but in a much different way. For years now, we've been connecting with dating prospects online, but what happens when people start talking with AI bots to feel a connection? And can the future of technology deter sexual violence? What types of questions should we be asking about the ethics of AI and our relationships? That's exactly what we discuss in this episode. Follow Rob on Twitter @Brooks_Rob Get a copy of Artificial Intimacy Become a paid Substack...2022-02-121h 13

The Rewired SoulThe Business of Being a Writer with Jane FriedmanEpisode Notes Jane Friedman has worked in the publishing industry for years, and she's an expert about the business of being a writer. In this episode we discuss her book, traditional vs. self-publishing, how to properly market a book, why the Billy Eilish book flopped, and much more. Follow Jane on Twitter @JaneFriedman Get a copy of The Business of Being a Writer Become a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com and get early access to episodes! Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 ...2022-02-091h 07

The Rewired SoulBONUS: Decoding Joe Rogan and Other Gurus with Matt BrowneEpisode Notes Matt Browne is the co-host of the popular Decoding Gurus podcast, and we're extremely excited to have him as a guest. With the Joe Rogan controversy around spreading misinformation about COVID, it was the perfect time to have Matt as a guest. We discuss the responsibilities creators have toward their audience, how we can better arm ourselves against misinformation, the guru phenomenon and a paper that hopefully Matt and Chris write soon. Follow Matt on Twitter @ArthurCDent Follow Chris on Twitter @C_Kavanagh Follow the Decoding Gurus podcast on Twitter @GurusPod Listen to...2022-02-041h 39

The Rewired SoulThe Self-Esteem Myth with Will StorrEpisode Notes We're more self-obsessed than ever, and many think it's due to the rise of the self-esteem movement. Today, Will Storr returns to the podcast to discuss one of his previous books, Selfie. We chat about the rise of social media, how it does or doesn't affect our mental health, and much more. Follow Will on Twitter @wstorr Get a copy of Selfie Get a copy of The Status Game Become a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com and get early access to episodes! Get your free books by...2022-02-031h 03

The Rewired SoulThe Surprising Truth About Antidepressants with Beverley ThomsonEpisode Notes Mental health awareness is on the rise, and more people are being diagnosed than ever. But how safe are antidepressants and are we getting the right information? In today's episode, we chat with Beverly Thomson about her brand new book and dive into some of the less-discussed topics around side effects and consequences of antidepressants. Follow Beverly on Twitter @T_A_Psupport Get a copy of Antidepressed Visit the AntiDepAware website Become a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com and get early access to episodes! Get your free...2022-02-0100 min

The Rewired SoulNavigating an Insane World While Sober with Bridget PhetasyEpisode Notes Today's guest is writer, comedian, and podcast host Bridget Phetasy, and we have an amazing conversation with you about staying sober while navigating this insane world. Like Chris, Bridget is sober, and they discuss viewing the world through the lens of recovery with the polarization issues and the culture wars we face every day. We also discuss the mental health and addictions crisis, the possible causes, and what some solutions may look like. Follow Bridget on Twitter @BridgetPhetasy Check out Bridget's podcast Walk-Ins Welcome on Apple or Spotify Follow Bridget on Instagram @bridgetphetasy ...2022-01-261h 22

The Rewired SoulThe Messy World of Mental Health with Lucy Foulkes (rebroadcast)Episode Notes Are we not talking about mental health enough? Or are we talking about it too much? And why is it all so messy? In this episode, we sit down with Lucy Foulkes to discuss these topics and much more. If you're wondering how to find the right therapist or how to talk to kids about mental health as well, it's all in here and many other important topics. Follow Lucy on Twitter @lfoulkesy Follow Lucy on Instagram @drlucyfoulkes Get a copy of Losing Our Minds (US) Get a copy of Losing Our Minds...2022-01-241h 02

The Rewired SoulAbandoning Positive Thinking with Oliver BurkemanEpisode Notes For ages, we've been told that a positive mindset can fix us. The self-help industry is booming, but people are just as miserable, if not more miserable, than ever. So maybe there's something missing. Today, Oliver Burkeman is back on the podcast to chat about his amazing book The Antidote and what we can learn from failure, what actually works for our happiness when setting goals, and much more. Follow Oliver on Twitter @oliverburkeman Get a copy of The Antidote Get a copy of 4,000 Weeks Listen to the previous episode with Oliver 2022-01-2100 min

The Rewired SoulThe Dark Side of Personalities with Ian MacRaeEpisode Notes How do you deal with difficult personalities at work? Can our personalities change? And what happens when you digitally communicate with people with personality disorders? Today's guest is Ian MacRae to discuss his fantastic new book, Dark Social. We cover these topics and so much more. Follow Ian on Twitter @IanSMacRae Get a copy of Dark Social Become a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com and get early access to episodes! Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter...2022-01-1800 min

The Rewired SoulThe Power of Online Privacy with Carissa VélizEpisode Notes The battle for online privacy has been waging for a while now and is regularly in the news. Today's guest is professor of philosophy Carissa Veliz, and she specializes in discussing the ethics around protecting our data. In this conversation, we discuss whether data harvesting is something we should worry about from Big Tech and the government, how stalkers can take advantage of our data, and most importantly, what we can do about it. Follow Carissa on Twitter @carissaveliz Get a copy of Privacy is Power Become a paid Substack subscriber...2022-01-121h 05

The Rewired SoulBONUS: The Myth of the Self-Made Success Story with Alex Millar from VatticaEpisode Notes We're often sold on the idea of the "self-made success", but is this actually just a myth? Today's guest is Alex Millar from the band VATTICA who has gained popularity on TikTok for his series debunking the idea of the self-made person. In this episode, we discuss the reality of how people make it and become successful, the myth of meritocracy, and how we can balance hard work with knowing the limitations we face due to gatekeepers. Follow Alex on TikTok @vattica Follow Alex on Twitter @vattica Visit www.OfficialVattica.com For resources...2022-01-091h 12

The Rewired SoulThe Expectation Effect with David RobsonEpisode Notes Can our expectations actually change our reality? And how do expectations create self-fulfilling prophecies? Today's guest is David Robson who is returning to the podcast to chat about his brand new book The Expectation Effect. We discuss placebo effects, the nocebo effect with vaccines, the ethics of placebos, how expectations can affect weight loss and much more. Follow David on Twitter @d_a_robson Get a copy of The Expectation Effect Become a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com and get early access to episodes! Get your free...2022-01-071h 01

The Rewired SoulThe Moral Risks of Online Shaming with Krista ThomasonEpisode Notes Online shaming is something that happens on a daily basis, and it's completely changed the world in recent decades. Today, we talk with moral philosopher Krista Thomason about the moral risks of online shaming. There's a major difference between effectiveness and moral justification, and that's the core aspect of this conversation for everyone. Follow Krista on Twitter @kkthomason Become a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com and get early access to episodes! Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow @TheRewiredSoul on...2021-12-291h 32

The Rewired SoulWhere the Hell Did Chris Go?! (A Rewired Soul Update)Episode Notes I haven't uploaded in a couple weeks, and I wanted to give you all an update as to why that's been. There are also some updates about the podcast that I think you'll all enjoy! Become a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com and get early access to episodes! Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter and Instagram Subscribe to The Rewired Soul Substack Support The Rewired Soul: Get books by Chris Support on Patreon Try BetterHelp Online...2021-12-2535 min

The Rewired SoulThe Moral Risks of Online Shaming with Krista ThomasonEpisode Notes Online shaming is something that happens on a daily basis, and it's completely changed the world in recent decades. Today, we talking with moral philosopher Krista Thomason about the moral risks of online shaming. There's a major difference between effectiveness and moral justification, and that's the core aspect of this conversation for everyone. Follow Krista on Twitter @kkthomason Become a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com and get early access to episodes! Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow @TheRewiredSoul on...2021-12-091h 14

The Rewired SoulWhat Makes a Great Writer with Meghan DaumEpisode Notes Meghan Daum is one of my favorite writers, and she's been a personal essayist for years. So, what's it take to succeed as a writer? In this episode, I chat with Meghan about what makes a good writer, if you need an MFA, how to improve your skills, self-publishing versus traditional publishing, and how to deal with cancel culture as a writer. Follow Meghan on Twitter @meghan_daum Sign up for Meghan's Masterclass here Get a copy of The Problem with Everything Get a copy of The Unspeakable Check out Meghan's podcast here 2021-12-071h 07

The Rewired SoulThriving and Organizing with ADHD with Paulette PerhachSubscribe to The Rewired Soul podcast on Apple or SpotifyEpisode NotesStaying organized with your work is hard enough, but when you have ADHD, it's even harder. Today's guest is writer Paulette Perhach to discuss how she stays organized with her ADHD, gets work done, and what she teaches others through her coaching business. We also discuss what it's like getting diagnosed later in life as well as some tips for freelance writers.Follow Paulette on Twitter @pauletteperhach Follow Paulette on Instagram @paulettejperhach Sign up for Paulette's live class You've Got to...2021-12-0559 min

The Rewired SoulBONUS: Thriving and Organizing with ADHD with Paulette PerhachEpisode Notes Staying organized with your work is hard enough, but when you have ADHD, it's even harder. Today's guest is writer Paulette Perhach to discuss how she stays organized with her ADHD, gets work done, and what she teaches others through her coaching business. We also discuss what it's like getting diagnosed later in life as well as some tips for freelance writers. Follow Paulette on Twitter @pauletteperhach Follow Paulette on Instagram @paulettejperhach Sign up for Paulette's live class You've Got to Get Your Writing Life Organized! Get a copy of Welcome to the...2021-12-0559 min

The Rewired SoulBattling Political Polarization Through Curiosity with Mónica GuzmánEpisode Notes It's no secret that we're more politically polarized than ever. Today's guest is Mónica Guzmán to discuss her incredible, upcoming book I Never Thought About it That Way. She works for an awesome organization called Braver Angels, which is all about bringing people together. In this conversation, we discuss her book and how curiosity leads to a less polarized world. She's truly inspiring, and her book is one of the most important reads in recent years. Follow Monica on Twitter @moniguzman Follow Monica on Instagram @moniguzman Pre-order I Never Thought of it...2021-12-0300 min

The Rewired SoulGood Thinking in the Age of Science Denial with David Robert GrimesEpisode Notes It's not secret that science denial and bad thinking are major issues. Dr. David Robert Grimes has been fighting the issue of bad science and conspiracy theories for years, and he just released an amazing book titled Good Thinking. In this conversation, we discuss good vs bad thinking, how to handle science deniers, healthy skepticism, and how Oprah hosts a lot of guests who promote bad science. Follow David on Twitter @drg1985 Get a copy of Good Thinking Become a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com and get early access...2021-12-011h 07

The Rewired SoulHow Woke Progressives Fuel the Addiction Epidemic with Michael ShellenbergerEpisode Notes The United States had over 100,000 people die from drug overdoses in 2020, and the addiction epidemic has been going on for years without slowing down. Today's guest is Michael Shellenberger to discuss his brand new book San Fransicko, and he's become controversial in the addiction conversation. In this episode, we discuss problems with harm reduction methods like safe injection sites and why we need more access to mental healthcare. Follow Michael on Twitter @ShellenbergerMD Get a copy of San Fransicko Learn more about the California Peace Coalition here Become a paid Substack...2021-12-011h 02

The Rewired SoulFinding Meaning and Purpose Through Suffering with Paul BloomEpisode Notes Paul Bloom is a Yale University professor of psychology and cognitive science, but he also dabbles in philosophy. He's written incredible books about morality, pleasure, and empathy, but his latest book is about how we find meaning and purpose through suffering. In this episode, we discuss suffering, pleasure, trauma, post-traumatic growth as well as essentialism and NFTs. Follow Paul on Twitter @paulbloomatyale Get a copy of The Sweet Spot Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter and Instagram Subscribe to The...2021-11-221h 01

The Rewired SoulRadical Centrism with Xavier BonillaEpisode Notes Xavier Bonilla is the host of the Converging Dialogues podcast, and he's here to discuss what it means to be what he calls a "radical centrist". There's a lot of polarization today with little nuance for topics, which makes it difficult to meet in the middle. But are centrists just people playing both sides? That's what Xavier helps us find out. Follow Xavier on Twitter @xavierbonilla87 Listen to the Converging Dialogues podcast Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter and Instagram ...2021-11-212h 11

The Rewired SoulThe Truth About Success and Randomness with Duncan WattsEpisode Notes We love to think we know why success happens, but do we really? Duncan Watts is a computational social scientist who is here to discuss his research and his amazing book about how common sense fails us. Whether it's a famous piece of art, a best-selling book, a blockbuster movie, or a successful person, success is far more random than we realize. Follow Duncan on Twitter @duncanjwatts Get a copy of Everything is Obvious Once You Know the Answer Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 2021-11-191h 14

The Rewired SoulDoing Drugs like Grown-Ups with Dr. Carl HartEpisode Notes Dr. Carl Hart is a somewhat controversial psychologist and neuroscientist for his views on drugs. In his newest book Drug Use for Grown-Ups, he argues that there's a lot of bad information about drugs and drug use can actually be beneficial when used properly. We discuss the current discussion around drugs, necessary policy change, and the challenges of addiction. Follow Dr. Carl Hart on Twitter @drcarlhart Get a copy of Drug Use for Grown-Ups Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter...2021-11-171h 04

The Rewired SoulAbolishing Prisons with Maya Schenwar and Victoria LawEpisode Notes Prisons and the justice system in America don't work. In fact, they cause a lot more harm than good. Today's guests are Maya Shenwar and Victoria Law to discuss their book about the mistreatment of people after they leave prison and how it holds them back from moving forward with their lives and rehabilitation. We discuss these issues, the prison industrial complex, addiction treatment, and more. Follow Maya on Twitter @MayaSchenwar Follow Victoria on Twitter @LVikkiml Get a copy of Prison by Any Other Name Visit TruthOut.org Visit Maya's website Visit Victoria's...2021-11-151h 13

The Rewired SoulGoing Race Crazy with Charles LoveEpisode Notes Charles Love is the author of the brand new book Race Crazy, which discusses BLM, the 1619 Project, and what he calls the progressive racism movement. Although we don't agree on everything, this is a great conversation to discuss different perspectives on some of the biggest issues facing the Black community and how we can discover solutions together. Follow Charles on Twitter @CDouglasLove3 Get a copy of Race Crazy Visit TheCharlesLove.com Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter and Instagram Subscribe...2021-11-101h 27

The Rewired SoulCalling Out BS Science with Carl BergstromEpisode Notes Carl Bergstrom is a professor who teaches a course in calling out BS science that he teaches with his co-author Jevin West. In this episode, we chat with Carl about how we can be better skeptics about the research, data, and statistics we come across on a daily basis. We also get to ask him if polling data really matters. Follow Carl on Twitter @CT_Bergstrom Follow Jevin on Twitter @jevinwest Get a copy of Calling BS Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow...2021-11-081h 00

The Rewired SoulBONUS: Inside the Curious Mind of Benjamin BoyceEpisode Notes Benjamin Boyce is a controversial figure who gained popularity from his in-depth documentary on the situation that happened at Evergreen College a few years ago. Since then, he's been interviewing people on his YouTube channel and being pretty vocal on Twitter. In this episode, we chat with him about social issues like CRT. Follow Benjamin on Twitter @BenjaminABoyce Subscribe to Benjamin on YouTube Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter and Instagram Subscribe to The Rewired Soul Substack Support...2021-11-071h 37

The Rewired SoulThe Case Against Education with Bryan CaplanEpisode Notes Bryan Caplan wrote a much-needed and extremely controversial book about how we view education. Bryan is a professor and economist who argues that for the most part, education is just about social signaling and doesn't provide much value or great outcomes. In this episode, we chat with him about his views on education and what we can do to fix the system for everyone. Follow Bryan on Twitter @bryan_caplan Get a copy of The Case Against Education Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 ...2021-11-051h 05

The Rewired SoulSpeaking of Race with Celeste HeadleeEpisode Notes It's no secret that it's difficult to talk about race. It's a polarizing topic, but it's one we need to discuss. Today's guest is Celeste Headlee to chat about her brand new book Speaking of Race. We talk about how we can keep our cool when talking about race as well as our experiences as biracial people when having these discussions. Follow Celeste on Twitter @CelesteHeadlee Get a copy of Speaking of Race Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter and...2021-11-031h 06

The Rewired SoulBONUS: Staying Sane and Sober in an Age of Chaos with Virginia HeffernanEpisode Notes Virginia Heffernan is one of the top journalists out there covering tech, culture, politics, science, and everything in between. But aside from being an amazing author, she's also been sober since 2011. In this episode, we chat with Virginia about her experience with addiction, getting sober, and how she copes in this hectic world while covering such stressful topics. Follow Virginia on Twitter @page88 Check out Virginia's podcast This is Critical Get a copy of Magic and Loss Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow...2021-10-311h 27

The Rewired SoulThe Psychology of Science Denial with Gale Sinatra and Barbara HoferEpisode Notes Today's guests are Barbara Hofer and Gale Sinatra to talk about their new book on science denial. This is a major issue in the world today, and Barbara and Gale have been researching the psychology behind why this happens and what we can do about it. Follow Gale on Twitter @GaleSinatra Follow Barbara on Twitter @bkhofer Get a copy of Science Denial Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter and Instagram Subscribe to The Rewired Soul Substack Support The...2021-10-2958 min

The Rewired SoulHow Wokeness Hurts Black People with John McWhorterEpisode Notes Today's guest is none other than John McWhorter, and we discuss topics from his brand new book Woke Racism. There are many misconceptions about John and his views that we discuss in this episode. We talk about how wokeness is harming black people, how people are having to self-censor, microaggressions, and the best ways to protest. Follow John on Twitter @JohnHMcWhorter Get a copy of Woke Racism Check out John's NYT pieces Follow Booksmart Studios on Substack Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow...2021-10-2849 min

The Rewired SoulSexism and Racism in Healthcare with Anushay HossainEpisode Notes Women are dying around the country due to major issues within our healthcare system due to sexism and racism. In Anushay Hossain's new book, she discusses how this happens, why it's happening, and what we can do about it. We chat with her about these issues as well as how women can advocate for themselves to receive better care. Follow Anushay on Twitter @AnushayHossain Get a copy of The Pain Gap Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter and Instagram Subscribe...2021-10-271h 04

The Rewired SoulMaking Monsters with David L. SmithEpisode Notes Today's guest is philosopher David L. Smith to discuss his brand new book Making Monsters. He helps us understand some of the psychology behind dehumanization, and what we can do about it. Along with these discussions, we also chat about how to talk with others while maintaining our cool to hopefully change minds and bring more compassion to the conversations. Follow David on Twitter @DavidLSmith_Iam Get a copy of Making Monsters Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter and Instagram ...2021-10-261h 02

The Rewired SoulA Field Guide to White Supremacy with Kathleen BelewEpisode Notes Today's guest is the historian and author, Kathleen Belew to discuss her new book A Field Guide to White Supremacy. The book is a collection of writings from a variety of academics discussing how and white supremacy happens, and what we can do about it. In this conversation, we discuss how white supremacy is intertwined with capitalism, how the movement takes advantage of people, and potential changes to the AP style guide. Follow Kathleen on Twitter @kathleen_belew Get a copy of A Field Guide to White Supremacy Rewire Your Anxiety...2021-10-2553 min

The Rewired SoulBONUS: Improving Our Mental Health Through Skepticism with Rebecca Watson from SkepchickEpisode Notes We talk about being skeptical and using critical thinking all the time, but can it help with our mental health? Today, we chat with Rebecca Watson from Skepchick about how she uses skepticism and these thinking strategies to manage her mental health. We also talk about debunking bad science, psychics, and more. Follow Rebecca on Twitter @rebeccawatson Subscribe to Rebecca's YouTube channel Check out Rebecca's Patreon Visit Skeptchick.org Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter and Instagram Subscribe to The...2021-10-241h 06

The Rewired SoulThe Supply Chain Crisis with Christopher MimsEpisode Notes There's a massive supply chain crisis right now, but most of us don't know why it's happening. Today's guest is a tech journalist for the Wall Street Journal and the author of the new book Arriving Today, Christopher Mims. He breaks down the supply chain crisis, and we chat about supply chain workers, Amazon, the future of automation and more. Follow Chris on Twitter @mims Get a copy of Arriving Today Visit Chris' website at mims.club Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow...2021-10-221h 01

The Rewired SoulSocial Justice Parenting with Dr. Traci BaxleyEpisode Notes Today, we speak with Dr. Traci Baxley about her new book Social Justice Parenting. Not only does this book discuss how we talk with our kids about racism, sexism, and inequality, but it helps us know how we can stop parenting from a place of fear. Traci's book covers mental health, why we need to be introspective parents, and how we can teach our kids to advocate for themselves in a healthy way. Follow Traci on Instagram @socialjusticeparenting Get a copy of Social Justice Parenting Get your free books by Chris...2021-10-211h 07

The Rewired SoulThe Science of Consciousness with Anil SethEpisode Notes What is consciousness and why does the research in this field matter? In this episode, we chat with Anil Seth who is one of the leading researchers of consciousness, and we discuss his brand new book. We have a conversation about how we define consciousness, what psychedelics can teach us about the topic, if AI is going to take over the world, and why our cats stare into the void. Follow Anil on Twitter @anilkseth Get a copy of Being You Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3...2021-10-201h 07

The Rewired SoulThe Age Exponential Technology with Azeem AzharEpisode Notes Technology is accelerating at a rapid pace, but is it something we should be concerned about? Today's guest is Azeem Azhar to chat about his brand new book The Exponential Age. We discuss technology, how it affects workers and the economy, and why we should be optimistic about where we're headed with tech. Follow Azeem on Twitter @azeem Get a copy of The Exponential Age Check out Azeem's newsletter Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter and Instagram Subscribe to The...2021-10-2058 min

The Rewired SoulWriting a Murder Mystery with Kat RosenfieldEpisode Notes Today's guest is the show's very first fiction writer who just came out with a fantastic murder mystery novel. Kat Rosenfield is a journalist who covers a ton of important topics around culture, but she also writes some amazing fiction. In this episode, we discuss Kat's writing process of research, character development, writing a big twist, and more. I also have the chance to ask her about some of her favorite horror movies. Follow Kat on Twitter @katrosenfield Get a copy of No One Will Miss Her Get your free books...2021-10-181h 03

The Rewired SoulGetting Unfollowed with Jill BusbyEpisode Notes Today's guest is influencer Jill Busby to discuss her brand new book Unfollow Me. The book is a collection of essays about Jill's unexpected Instagram virality, her experience with being a Black woman, her relationships, and much more. We talk about her book as well as some other interesting topics in this episode. Follow Jill on Instagram @jilllouisebusby Get a copy of Unfollow Me Visit Jill's website Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter and Instagram Subscribe to The Rewired Soul...2021-10-1659 min

The Rewired SoulBecoming Our Own Worst Enemy with Tom NicholsEpisode Notes Are we failing democracy? Why are we so polarized? Have we become more narcissistic? Are millennials entitled? And are boomers ungrateful? Today's guest is none other than Tom Nichols to chat about his new book, and he even gives Chris some much needed tough love. Follow Tom on Twitter @RadioFreeTom Get a copy of Our Own Worst Enemy Get a copy of The Death of Expertise My FREE Addiction Recovery books on Kindle until 9/20/21: Hope: How I Overcame Depression, Anxiety, and Addiction Caught in the Crossfire: A How-To Guide for Anyone...2021-09-201h 15

The Rewired SoulBecoming Our Own Worst Enemy with Tom NicholsEpisode NotesAre we failing democracy? Why are we so polarized? Have we become more narcissistic? Are millennials entitled? And are boomers ungrateful? Today's guest is none other than Tom Nichols to chat about his new book, and he even gives Chris some much needed tough love.Follow Tom on Twitter @RadioFreeTomGet a copy of Our Own Worst EnemyGet a copy of The Death of ExpertiseMy FREE Addiction Recovery books on Kindle until 9/20/21: Hope: How I Overcame Depression, Anxiety, and Addiction Caught in the Crossfire...2021-09-201h 15

The Rewired SoulCatching Pill Pushing Doctors with Charlotte BismuthEpisode Notes Thousands of people die from drug addiction each year, which means that even more people know someone who struggles with addiction or has died from it. The Rewired Soul host Chris got clean from his opioid addiction on June 23, 2012, and today he talks with Charlotte Bismuth about her book Bad Medicine. Charlotte is a former prosecutor who helped take down one of New York's deadliest pill-pushing doctors. In this episode, we discuss some of the challenges we face with the opioid epidemic, Big Pharma, and what we can do about it. Follow Charlotte...2021-06-2333 min

The Rewired SoulCatching Pill Pushing Doctors with Charlotte BismuthEpisode NotesThousands of people die from drug addiction each year, which means that even more people know someone who struggles with addiction or has died from it. The Rewired Soul host Chris got clean from his opioid addiction on June 23, 2012, and today he talks with Charlotte Bismuth about her book Bad Medicine. Charlotte is a former prosecutor who helped take down one of New York's deadliest pill-pushing doctors. In this episode, we discuss some of the challenges we face with the opioid epidemic, Big Pharma, and what we can do about it. ...2021-06-2333 min

The Rewired SoulThe Philosophy of Dehumanization with David Livingstone SmithEpisode Notes After the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery, many of us were left wondering how people can be treated as less than human. And how do we explain atrocities like the Holocaust and the Rwandan genocide? Today, Chris had the opportunity to sit down with professor and philosopher David Livingstone Smith to discuss his book On Inhumanity: Dehumanization and How to Resist It. Follow David on Twitter @DavidLSmith_Iam Get a copy of On Inhumanity: Dehumanization and How to Resist It Pre-order a copy of Making Monsters: The Uncanny Power...2021-06-1600 min

The Rewired SoulThe Philosophy of Dehumanization with David Livingstone SmithEpisode NotesAfter the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery, many of us were left wondering how people can be treated as less than human. And how do we explain atrocities like the Holocaust and the Rwandan genocide? Today, Chris had the opportunity to sit down with professor and philosopher David Livingstone Smith to discuss his book On Inhumanity: Dehumanization and How to Resist It.Follow David on Twitter @DavidLSmith_IamGet a copy of On Inhumanity: Dehumanization and How to Resist ItPre-order a copy of Making...2021-06-1600 min

The Rewired SoulPolarization Myths on Social Media with Chris BailEpisode NotesIt's no secret that people are more polarized than ever, and it's very clear in the age of social media. Conventional wisdom tells us that echo chambers, misinformation, and more are the leading causes of this polarization, but how can we know for sure? Today's guest is the author of Breaking the Social Media Prism, Chris Bail. He's a professor at Duke and the director of the Polarization Lab, and he's done a ton of research that we discuss in this episode. Follow Chris on Twitter @chris_bailGet a...2021-06-0242 min

The Rewired SoulPolarization Myths on Social Media with Chris BailEpisode Notes It's no secret that people are more polarized than ever, and it's very clear in the age of social media. Conventional wisdom tells us that echo chambers, misinformation, and more are the leading causes of this polarization, but how can we know for sure? Today's guest is the author of Breaking the Social Media Prism, Chris Bail. He's a professor at Duke and the director of the Polarization Lab, and he's done a ton of research that we discuss in this episode. Follow Chris on Twitter @chris_bail Get a Copy of Breaking...2021-06-0242 min

The Rewired SoulHow to Spot Bad Science with Stuart RitchieEpisode NotesEvery day, we hear about new scientific studies. Whether it's about how to lose weight, or about vaccines, or the newest pop psychology trend. But how many of these studies actually meet scientific standards? Stuart Ritchie is a psychologist, science communicator, and the author of Science Fictions: How Fraud, Bias, Negligence, and Hype Undermine the Search for Truth. Chris talks to Stuart about the pros and cons of placebo effects, how to spot bad science, and some very solutions for the scientific community.Follow Stuart on Twitter @StuartJRitchieGet a...2021-05-0528 min

The Rewired SoulHow to Spot Bad Science with Stuart RitchieEpisode Notes Every day, we hear about new scientific studies. Whether it's about how to lose weight, or about vaccines, or the newest pop psychology trend. But how many of these studies actually meet scientific standards? Stuart Ritchie is a psychologist, science communicator, and the author of Science Fictions: How Fraud, Bias, Negligence, and Hype Undermine the Search for Truth. Chris talks to Stuart about the pros and cons of placebo effects, how to spot bad science, and some very solutions for the scientific community. Follow Stuart on Twitter @StuartJRitchie Get a Copy of Science...2021-05-0528 min