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Breaking beliefismJoanna MoncrieffIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to Joanna Moncrieff, Professor of Critical and Social Psychiatry at University College London. They question the long-held belief that depression is caused by a serotonin deficit. They discuss the behavioural interventions that could prove to be much more effective than medication. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-10-2429 minBreaking beliefismJoanna MoncrieffIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to Joanna Moncrieff, Professor of Critical and Social Psychiatry at University College London. They question the long-held belief that depression is caused by a serotonin deficit. They discuss the behavioural interventions that could prove to be much more effective than medication. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-10-2429 minBreaking beliefismLaura KudrnaIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan chats to his long-time collaborator, Dr Laura Kudrna. They reflect on their collaboration on his happiness books, the importance of social connection, and how making mistakes is an important part of learning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-10-1729 minBreaking beliefismLaura KudrnaIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan chats to his long-time collaborator, Dr Laura Kudrna. They reflect on their collaboration on his happiness books, the importance of social connection, and how making mistakes is an important part of learning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-10-1729 minBreaking beliefismLee WillowsIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to Lee Willows, the founder of Community Care Gaming. Lee shares his personal journey from never gambling to a gambling addiction to becoming an advocate for safer gambling. They discuss why people don’t ‘get’ gambling addiction and the importance of support networks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-10-1027 minBreaking beliefismLee WillowsIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to Lee Willows, the founder of Community Care Gaming. Lee shares his personal journey from never gambling to a gambling addiction to becoming an advocate for safer gambling. They discuss why people don’t ‘get’ gambling addiction and the importance of support networks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-10-1027 minBreaking beliefismAnil SethIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan discusses the nature of consciousness with Professor Anil Seth. They discuss free will and the case of the multi-coloured dress. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-10-0328 minBreaking beliefismAnil SethIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan discusses the nature of consciousness with Professor Anil Seth. They discuss free will and the case of the multi-coloured dress. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-10-0328 minBreaking beliefismElaine Lin HeringIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan chats to Elaine Lin Hering, a specialist in negotiation and dispute resolution and author of Unlearning Silence. They discuss how staying silent can get in the way of effecitve decision-making and the benefits of having diverse perspectives in the workplace. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-09-2626 minBreaking beliefismElaine Lin HeringIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan chats to Elaine Lin Hering, a specialist in negotiation and dispute resolution and author of Unlearning Silence. They discuss how staying silent can get in the way of effecitve decision-making and the benefits of having diverse perspectives in the workplace. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-09-2626 minBreaking beliefismKarthik RamannaIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to Professor Karthik Ramanna from the Blavatnik School of Government at the University of Oxford. They discuss the increasing sense of outrage in today’s society, and the challenges for managing polarisation through respectful dialogue - in organisations and beyond. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-09-1926 minBreaking beliefismKarthik RamannaIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to Professor Karthik Ramanna from the Blavatnik School of Government at the University of Oxford. They discuss the increasing sense of outrage in today’s society, and the challenges for managing polarisation through respectful dialogue - in organisations and beyond. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-09-1926 minBreaking beliefismLeor ZmigrodIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to political psychologist and neuroscientist Dr Leor Zmigrod about how neuroscience can shed light on our beliefs and the extremes we sometimes cling to. Leor believes that ideologies restrict our capacity to be free but Paul is not so sure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-09-1227 minBreaking beliefismLeor ZmigrodIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to political psychologist and neuroscientist Dr Leor Zmigrod about how neuroscience can shed light on our beliefs and the extremes we sometimes cling to. Leor believes that ideologies restrict our capacity to be free but Paul is not so sure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-09-1227 minBreaking beliefismSami TimimiIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to Sami Tamimi, a child and adolescent psychiatrist. They discuss Sami’s childhood in Iraq, explore the complexities of mental health diagnoses, and whether mental health has been commodified. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-09-0529 minBreaking beliefismSami TimimiIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to Sami Tamimi, a child and adolescent psychiatrist. They discuss Sami’s childhood in Iraq, explore the complexities of mental health diagnoses, and whether mental health has been commodified. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-09-0529 minBreaking beliefismDan ArielyIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to Professor Dan Ariely from Duke University. Dan explains how his recovery from serious burns informed his research into pain management. They discuss what it means to live fully even in the face of terminal illness and disagree about the importance of legacy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-08-2928 minBreaking beliefismDan ArielyIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to Professor Dan Ariely from Duke University. Dan explains how his recovery from serious burns informed his research into pain management. They discuss what it means to live fully even in the face of terminal illness and disagree about the importance of legacy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-08-2928 minBreaking beliefismAnneliese DoddsProfessor Paul Dolan opens season four of Breaking Beliefism by talking to Anneliese Dodds, Labour MP for Oxford East and a former Government minister. They discuss the importance of nuanced political discourse versus performative politics, and consider why wellbeing isn’t taken more seriously by policymakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-08-2228 minBreaking beliefismAnneliese DoddsProfessor Paul Dolan opens season four of Breaking Beliefism by talking to Anneliese Dodds, Labour MP for Oxford East and a former Government minister. They discuss the importance of nuanced political discourse versus performative politics, and consider why wellbeing isn’t taken more seriously by policymakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-08-2228 minBreaking beliefismPaul SagarIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to Dr. Paul Sagar, a Reader in Political Theory at King's College London. The two Pauls discuss philosophy and, in the context of Dr Sagar's tetraplegia from a climbing accident, why we don't like "shit happens" as an explanation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-07-1129 minBreaking beliefismPaul SagarIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to Dr. Paul Sagar, a Reader in Political Theory at King's College London. The two Pauls discuss philosophy and, in the context of Dr Sagar's tetraplegia from a climbing accident, why we don't like "shit happens" as an explanation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-07-1129 minBreaking beliefismTali SharotIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to neuroscientist Professor Tali Sharot to explore beliefs, emotions, and decision-making. They discuss why changing our habits could help us appreciate the small things more, and why lying becomes easier the more we do it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-07-0428 minBreaking beliefismTali SharotIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to neuroscientist Professor Tali Sharot to explore beliefs, emotions, and decision-making. They discuss why changing our habits could help us appreciate the small things more, and why lying becomes easier the more we do it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-07-0428 minBreaking beliefismAdam KucharskiIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to Professor Adam Kucharski, a mathematician and epidemiologist at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. They discuss how data can be used to understand epidemics, why evidence isn’t enough to persuade others, and how poker is the perfect gateway to maths. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-06-2728 minBreaking beliefismAdam KucharskiIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to Professor Adam Kucharski, a mathematician and epidemiologist at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. They discuss how data can be used to understand epidemics, why evidence isn’t enough to persuade others, and how poker is the perfect gateway to maths. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-06-2728 minBreaking beliefismTom DavenportIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to Professor Tom Davenport, a leading authority on AI and author of the book All Hands On Tech: The AI Powered Citizen Revolution. They explore the implications of AI, the importance of critical thinking, and why there's few better careers than plumbing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-06-2028 minBreaking beliefismTom DavenportIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to Professor Tom Davenport, a leading authority on AI and author of the book All Hands On Tech: The AI Powered Citizen Revolution. They explore the implications of AI, the importance of critical thinking, and why there's few better careers than plumbing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-06-2028 minBreaking beliefismDr. Chris KavanaghIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to anthropologist Dr. Chris Kavanagh about secular gurus, how online platforms have amplified their influence, and how easily confidence can be mistaken for knowledge. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-06-1327 minBreaking beliefismDr. Chris KavanaghIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to anthropologist Dr. Chris Kavanagh about secular gurus, how online platforms have amplified their influence, and how easily confidence can be mistaken for knowledge. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-06-1327 minBreaking beliefismCass SunsteinIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to Professor Cass Sunstein, the father of the “nudge” theory, who served as part of the Obama administration. They discuss why adaptation is part of the human condition, and how we could all become famous. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-06-0629 minBreaking beliefismCass SunsteinIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to Professor Cass Sunstein, the father of the “nudge” theory, who served as part of the Obama administration. They discuss why adaptation is part of the human condition, and how we could all become famous. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-06-0629 minBreaking beliefismChloe CombiIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to author Chloe Combi, an expert on Generations Z and A. They discuss generational differences, the impact of social media on young people's lives, and gender differences in beliefs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-05-3029 minBreaking beliefismChloe CombiIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to author Chloe Combi, an expert on Generations Z and A. They discuss generational differences, the impact of social media on young people's lives, and gender differences in beliefs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-05-3029 minBreaking beliefismFraser NelsonIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to journalist Fraser Nelson, the Times columnist and former editor of The Spectator. They discuss religion, the impact of family structure on child outcomes, the obsession with formal education, and how Covid changed our relationship with the state. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-05-2329 minBreaking beliefismFraser NelsonIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to journalist Fraser Nelson, the Times columnist and former editor of The Spectator. They discuss religion, the impact of family structure on child outcomes, the obsession with formal education, and how Covid changed our relationship with the state. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-05-2329 minBreaking beliefismGeoff NorcottIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to comedian Geoff Norcott. They discuss teaching, class, taxation and whether trance is the best music genre. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-05-1629 minBreaking beliefismGeoff NorcottIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to comedian Geoff Norcott. They discuss teaching, class, taxation and whether trance is the best music genre. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-05-1629 minBreaking beliefismJames MarriottIn the opening episode to series 3, Professor Paul Dolan talks to Times columnist James Marriott, discussing organised fun, posh restaurants and political shifts among younger generations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-05-0929 minBreaking beliefismJames MarriottIn the opening episode to series 3, Professor Paul Dolan talks to Times columnist James Marriott, discussing organised fun, posh restaurants and political shifts among younger generations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-05-0929 minBreaking beliefismBrett StanilandIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan talks to Dr. Brett Staniland, a model and advocate for sustainable fashion. They explore the complexities of fast fashion, and the impact of identities on the clothes we buy. Brett shares his journey from academia to the cat walk, and why he appeared on Love Island. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-04-1828 minBreaking beliefismBrett StanilandIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan talks to Dr. Brett Staniland, a model and advocate for sustainable fashion. They explore the complexities of fast fashion, and the impact of identities on the clothes we buy. Brett shares his journey from academia to the cat walk, and why he appeared on Love Island. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-04-1828 minBreaking beliefismDavid GoodhartIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to David Goodhart, a prominent broadcaster and journalist. They discuss identity, immigration, and family dynamics. They agree on the importance of empathy and understanding in political discourse, but disagree about the importance of a traditional two-person family structure and how to protect cultural diversity in the presence of social mobility. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-04-1129 minBreaking beliefismDavid GoodhartIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to David Goodhart, a prominent broadcaster and journalist. They discuss identity, immigration, and family dynamics. They agree on the importance of empathy and understanding in political discourse, but disagree about the importance of a traditional two-person family structure and how to protect cultural diversity in the presence of social mobility. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-04-1129 minBreaking beliefismDr. Cahal MoranIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan talks to behavioural economist Dr. Cahal Moran to explore the complexities of economics and its real-world implications. They discuss the impact of the 2008 financial crisis, and the importance of addressing happiness in discussions of economics. They agree on how it’s possible to simultaneously hold two competing truths, and they don't disagree with that much. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-04-0426 minBreaking beliefismDr. Cahal MoranIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan talks to behavioural economist Dr. Cahal Moran to explore the complexities of economics and its real-world implications. They discuss the impact of the 2008 financial crisis, and the importance of addressing happiness in discussions of economics. They agree on how it’s possible to simultaneously hold two competing truths, and they don't disagree with that much. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-04-0426 minBreaking beliefismMary HarringtonIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan talks to journalist Mary Harrington, the author of Feminism Against Progress and a contributing editor at Unherd. They discuss counterculture, the complexities of human nature, and the implications of assisted dying legislation. They disagree on the public policy challenge of a“slippery slope” but agree on why the best piece of personal advice might be “consider trying to be normal”. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-03-2828 minBreaking beliefismMary HarringtonIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan talks to journalist Mary Harrington, the author of Feminism Against Progress and a contributing editor at Unherd. They discuss counterculture, the complexities of human nature, and the implications of assisted dying legislation. They disagree on the public policy challenge of a“slippery slope” but agree on why the best piece of personal advice might be “consider trying to be normal”. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-03-2828 minBreaking beliefismProf Danny DorlingIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan talks to Prof Danny Dorling, a professor of Human Geography at the University of Oxford. They discuss freedom of speech, social class, inequality, and education. They agree on many things apart from the importance of measuring happiness. Danny thinks he has a way for Paul to tolerate Coldplay fans - but he's surely wrong about that. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-03-2129 minBreaking beliefismProf Danny DorlingIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan talks to Prof Danny Dorling, a professor of Human Geography at the University of Oxford. They discuss freedom of speech, social class, inequality, and education. They agree on many things apart from the importance of measuring happiness. Danny thinks he has a way for Paul to tolerate Coldplay fans - but he's surely wrong about that. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-03-2129 minBreaking beliefismSimon MundieIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan talks to former sports reporter Simon Mundie, the host of the podcast A New Way Of Being. They discuss mental toughness in sport, particularly tennis, and disagree about the impact of tribalism in football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-03-1426 minBreaking beliefismSimon MundieIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan talks to former sports reporter Simon Mundie, the host of the podcast A New Way Of Being. They discuss mental toughness in sport, particularly tennis, and disagree about the impact of tribalism in football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-03-1426 minBreaking beliefismVicky ReynalIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to psychotherapist Vicky Reynal about the complex relationship individuals have with money. They explore why money is often a taboo subject, the psychological implications of financial habits, and the societal norms that shape our perceptions of wealth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-03-0727 minBreaking beliefismVicky ReynalIn this episode, Professor Paul Dolan talks to psychotherapist Vicky Reynal about the complex relationship individuals have with money. They explore why money is often a taboo subject, the psychological implications of financial habits, and the societal norms that shape our perceptions of wealth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-03-0727 minBreaking beliefismProf Micael DahlenIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan talks to Prof Micael Dahlen, a happiness expert from the Stockholm School of Economics. They have plenty in common, including their approach to research subjects and their love of tattoos. They discuss Micael’s research on serial killers and how judging them reflects the human inclination to look for moral absolutes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-02-2827 minBreaking beliefismProf Micael DahlenIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan talks to Prof Micael Dahlen, a happiness expert from the Stockholm School of Economics. They have plenty in common, including their approach to research subjects and their love of tattoos. They discuss Micael’s research on serial killers and how judging them reflects the human inclination to look for moral absolutes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-02-2827 minBreaking beliefismProf Mark RowlandsIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan chats to philosopher Prof Mark Rowlands about whether dogs have found the key to happiness in life - by not reflecting on their actions. As a new dog owner, Paul agrees that we could learn from dogs who are always up for anything. They discuss (the lack of) free will and how the human tendency to overthink can lead to troubled beliefs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-02-2124 minBreaking beliefismProf Mark RowlandsIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan chats to philosopher Prof Mark Rowlands about whether dogs have found the key to happiness in life - by not reflecting on their actions. As a new dog owner, Paul agrees that we could learn from dogs who are always up for anything. They discuss (the lack of) free will and how the human tendency to overthink can lead to troubled beliefs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-02-2124 minBreaking beliefismOliver BurkemanTo start the new series of Breaking Beliefism, Prof Paul Dolan talks to Oliver Burkeman, the author of "4000 Weeks" and "Meditations for Mortals". They discuss how small tangible actions can be more purposeful and make us happier than big dreams, and the need to accept the inevitability of ageing and death. They agree on most things, apart from the value of self-help culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-02-1428 minBreaking beliefismOliver BurkemanTo start the new series of Breaking Beliefism, Prof Paul Dolan talks to Oliver Burkeman, the author of "4000 Weeks" and "Meditations for Mortals". They discuss how small tangible actions can be more purposeful and make us happier than big dreams, and the need to accept the inevitability of ageing and death. They agree on most things, apart from the value of self-help culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-02-1428 minBreaking beliefismGiles CorenIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan speaks to newspaper columnist and TV presenter Giles Coren, who has made a career out of being opinionated. The conversation was the embodiment of ‘breaking beliefism’ - they disagreed on several things, including whether literature and music are a waste of time. But they did agree on how provocation can lead to better debate and how the middle classes are the most constrained by rules. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-01-1727 minBreaking beliefismGiles CorenIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan speaks to newspaper columnist and TV presenter Giles Coren, who has made a career out of being opinionated. The conversation was the embodiment of ‘breaking beliefism’ - they disagreed on several things, including whether literature and music are a waste of time. But they did agree on how provocation can lead to better debate and how the middle classes are the most constrained by rules. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-01-1727 minBreaking beliefismMelanie RickeyIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan chats to journalist and fashion editor Melanie Rickey, who founded The Enoughness movement after recovery from drug and alcohol misuse. They agree on the concept of ‘enoughness’ – the sweet spot between fearing less and seeking more – but place different emphasis on the role of individuals and society in bringing it about. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-01-1029 minBreaking beliefismMelanie RickeyIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan chats to journalist and fashion editor Melanie Rickey, who founded The Enoughness movement after recovery from drug and alcohol misuse. They agree on the concept of ‘enoughness’ – the sweet spot between fearing less and seeking more – but place different emphasis on the role of individuals and society in bringing it about. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-01-1029 minBreaking beliefismRt Hon Steve BakerIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan talks to Rt. Hon Steve Baker, former MP and Minister in the last Conservative government. Paul and Steve disagree about several things, but are united in their support for dissent. They discuss how beliefism and groupthink have contributed to flawed policymaking, and why politicians are sometimes more honest about their biases than academics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-01-0329 minBreaking beliefismRt Hon Steve BakerIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan talks to Rt. Hon Steve Baker, former MP and Minister in the last Conservative government. Paul and Steve disagree about several things, but are united in their support for dissent. They discuss how beliefism and groupthink have contributed to flawed policymaking, and why politicians are sometimes more honest about their biases than academics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-01-0329 minBreaking beliefismAleksandar MaticIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan talks with Dr Aleks Matic, who is a computer scientist and all round geek at Koa Health. They discuss how beliefism across disciplines is often found in the language used. They agree that Aleks' fellow Serb Novak Djokovic is the greatest tennis player of all time but disagree about how to be happy with Aleks preferring the dullness of a "calm sea" over the excitement of being a "rough ocean". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-12-2028 minBreaking beliefismAleksandar MaticIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan talks with Dr Aleks Matic, who is a computer scientist and all round geek at Koa Health. They discuss how beliefism across disciplines is often found in the language used. They agree that Aleks' fellow Serb Novak Djokovic is the greatest tennis player of all time but disagree about how to be happy with Aleks preferring the dullness of a "calm sea" over the excitement of being a "rough ocean". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-12-2028 minBreaking beliefismGearóid NorrisIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan discusses all things gambling with Gearóid Norris. They talk about the discipline required to make money from gambling and how to deal with the challenges of problematic gambling. They explore the stigma associated with gambling and why Gearóid feels the need to lie to cabbies about what he does for a living. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-12-1328 minBreaking beliefismGearóid NorrisIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan discusses all things gambling with Gearóid Norris. They talk about the discipline required to make money from gambling and how to deal with the challenges of problematic gambling. They explore the stigma associated with gambling and why Gearóid feels the need to lie to cabbies about what he does for a living. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-12-1328 minBreaking beliefismRim TurkmaniIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan talks to Dr Rim Turkmani, a colleague at the LSE currently working on the Syrian conflict and who was previously an astrophysicist. They discuss how the methods of natural science help inform social science and how addressing the challenges of beliefism in conflict zones provides lessons for breaking beliefism elsewhere. They talk about immigration and agree that so much depends on how the issues are framed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-12-0623 minBreaking beliefismRim TurkmaniIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan talks to Dr Rim Turkmani, a colleague at the LSE currently working on the Syrian conflict and who was previously an astrophysicist. They discuss how the methods of natural science help inform social science and how addressing the challenges of beliefism in conflict zones provides lessons for breaking beliefism elsewhere. They talk about immigration and agree that so much depends on how the issues are framed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-12-0623 minBreaking beliefismSharath JeevanIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan talks to Sharath Jeevan, consultant and part-time stand up comic. They discuss the power of humour in reducing beliefism. They agree that all metrics used to assess performance can work well until they don't and then it's hard to pivot. They disagree about just how much difference there is between the generations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-11-2926 minBreaking beliefismSharath JeevanIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan talks to Sharath Jeevan, consultant and part-time stand up comic. They discuss the power of humour in reducing beliefism. They agree that all metrics used to assess performance can work well until they don't and then it's hard to pivot. They disagree about just how much difference there is between the generations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-11-2926 minBreaking beliefismBruce DaisleyIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan discusses breaking beliefism with Bruce Daisley, formerly the most senior person at Twitter outside of the US. They discuss freedom of speech, the limits of what people should be allowed to say online, and what makes for a good culture in the workplace. They discuss "red lines" and agree that no one over the age of 21 should have a birthday party. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-11-2229 minBreaking beliefismBruce DaisleyIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan discusses breaking beliefism with Bruce Daisley, formerly the most senior person at Twitter outside of the US. They discuss freedom of speech, the limits of what people should be allowed to say online, and what makes for a good culture in the workplace. They discuss "red lines" and agree that no one over the age of 21 should have a birthday party. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-11-2229 minBreaking beliefismGus O'DonnellIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan talks to Lord Gus O'Donnell, who was Cabinet Secretary under three Prime Ministers. They talk about how hard it is get wellbeing into policy, despite the case for it being so compelling. They talk about football and its lessons for reducing beliefism. They discuss social class, where they disagree about its importance in contemporary society. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-11-1529 minBreaking beliefismGus O'DonnellIn this episode, Prof Paul Dolan talks to Lord Gus O'Donnell, who was Cabinet Secretary under three Prime Ministers. They talk about how hard it is get wellbeing into policy, despite the case for it being so compelling. They talk about football and its lessons for reducing beliefism. They discuss social class, where they disagree about its importance in contemporary society. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-11-1529 minBreaking beliefismRob HendersonIn this first episode of a new series, Prof Paul Dolan discusses beliefism - discrimination against those who disagree with us - with Rob Henderson, author of the national bestseller Troubled. They discuss Rob's very cool idea of luxury beliefs, held only by those who can "afford" them, and disagree about some of the beliefs Rob classes as a luxury, such as polyamory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-11-0829 minBreaking beliefismRob HendersonIn this first episode of a new series, Prof Paul Dolan discusses beliefism - discrimination against those who disagree with us - with Rob Henderson, author of the national bestseller Troubled. They discuss Rob's very cool idea of luxury beliefs, held only by those who can "afford" them, and disagree about some of the beliefs Rob classes as a luxury, such as polyamory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-11-0829 minBreaking beliefismComing soon: breaking beliefismIn this new series, Professor Paul Dolan, one of the world's experts on the science behind happiness, sets out to talk to people who might disagree with him, with a view to reducing ‘beliefism’ – his term for discriminating against people with different views. Join him on his journey through beliefism and towards finding ways to listen more to different people and perspectives, which lies at the heart of social progress. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-11-0400 minBreaking beliefismComing soon: breaking beliefismIn this new series, Professor Paul Dolan, one of the world's experts on the science behind happiness, sets out to talk to people who might disagree with him, with a view to reducing ‘beliefism’ – his term for discriminating against people with different views. Join him on his journey through beliefism and towards finding ways to listen more to different people and perspectives, which lies at the heart of social progress. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-11-0400 min
Philosophy For Our TimesHow to find and make sense of happiness | Paul DolanWant lasting happiness? Paul Dolan reveals the secret: it's all about where you direct your attention to on a daily basis. Looking for a link we mentioned? It's here: https://linktr.ee/philosophyforourtimesHappiness isn't about what you think, it's about what you do. And you're more in control than you'd imagine. Join happiness expert and LSE Professor of Behavioural Science, Paul Dolan, as he explains how to create a happy life by your own design.Paul Dolan is Professor of Behavioural Science at t...
2023-08-2222 minPhilosophy For Our TimesHow to find and make sense of happiness | Paul DolanWant lasting happiness? Paul Dolan reveals the secret: it's all about where you direct your attention to on a daily basis. Looking for a link we mentioned? It's here: https://linktr.ee/philosophyforourtimesHappiness isn't about what you think, it's about what you do. And you're more in control than you'd imagine. Join happiness expert and LSE Professor of Behavioural Science, Paul Dolan, as he explains how to create a happy life by your own design.Paul Dolan is Professor of Behavioural Science at t...
2023-08-2222 min
Education HeroesPaul Dolan - Life after PrincipalshipThis week’s episode featured Paul Dolan an educator with over 30 years of experience as a teacher, leader and school principal most recently at Ilam School in Christchurch where he has just stepped down following 10 very successful years.He is currently working on his MBA and recently gained a Postgraduate Certificate in Strategic Leadership.In 2017 he became a certified professional coach (ACC) with the International Coach Federation (ICF) and works with a range of individuals from a variety professions to help them develop and improve their self-awareness, knowledge and capabilities as they move towards specific go...
2022-07-3046 min
Duck - RabbitWhy do we disagree?In this bonus episode, recorded in front of a live virtual audience, Professor Paul Dolan and his guests discuss the neuroscience and social science behind the polarisation problem. Why do we take sides on so many issues? What makes us want to be part of one group and not another? What drives our judgements, choices and assumptions? Paul was joined by his LSE colleague Dr Jennifer Sheehy Skeffington, and fellow academics Dr Lasana Harris from University College London, Professor Anil Seth from the University of Sussex, and Dr Tiffany Watt Smith from Queen Mary University.
2021-07-2725 min
Duck - RabbitWhy do you care if I have pineapple on my pizza?In this episode, Professor Paul Dolan looks at why we like to take opposite sides - from food to football clubs, and politics to pizza – and why we find it difficult to accept differences of opinion. He speaks to two people who know a lot about polarisation and how to help people see things from the other side. One of them is Lord Gus O'Donnell who was Cabinet Secretary under Labour and Conservative governments and who was instrumental in helping the Liberal Democrats and the Conservatives form a coalition government. The other is Dr Nick Chater, who is a Pro...
2021-07-1243 min
Almost PerfectAlmost Perfect Prediction: NBA Finals Game 3NBA Finals Game 3 is tonight and I've got the strategies for the Suns and Bucks to come out winning. The Suns are up 2-0 in the series and are close to putting the Bucks on the Endangered Species list! Chris Paul and Devin Booker have played incredible with some other mentions as well. What do the Bucks need to do to slow them down?? What is an ideal stat line for Giannis for the Bucks to win? Who is the surprising player I think that needs to heat up early in Game 3? Sit back and get all the NBA...
2021-07-1223 min
Duck - RabbitTo live longer - or better?In this episode, Professor Paul Dolan examines what the last year has taught us about life’s only certainty: death. Has it changed how we think about the lives of older and younger people? Do we want to live longer, or better? He speaks to two people with different views: Brendan McCarthy works who for the Church of England, and the cancer specialist Dr Karol Sikora. He also hears from two academics who have done research into the subject - Professor Aki Tsuchiya from the University of Sheffield and Amanda Henwood, a PhD student from the LSE. He’s also...
2021-07-0544 min
Duck - RabbitIs it better to be born a girl or a boy?In this episode, Professor Paul Dolan looks at gender differences. He talks to the men’s rights activist, Erin Pizzey, about why she thinks life is tougher for men and boys, especially at school. He’s also joined by Caroline Criado Perez, author of “Invisible Women”, about how the world is built by men for men. Paul hears from fellow LSE academic Dr Sam Friedman about the intersection between class and gender, and also talks to his friend and colleague Dr Kate Laffan. A Mother Come Quickly production
2021-06-2845 min
Duck - RabbitA question of classProfessor Paul Dolan examines whether class is fundamental to how people see themselves and whether we want a classless society. He speaks to two people who come from very different backgrounds. Lily Russell-Stracey went to an exclusive boarding school and a top university – and is now a plumber in Glasgow. Dr Wanda Wyporska comes from a working-class background and was raised by a single mum. She went to Oxford University and is now Executive Director of the Equality Trust.Paul also speaks to Dr Sam Friedman from the LSE who wrote The Class Cei...
2021-04-3039 min
Duck - RabbitFit or fat: who cares?Professor Paul Dolan looks at how we have becoming increasingly polarised in what we do to our bodies. Some of us getting fitter whilst most are getting fatter. The polarisation extends from our own behaviour to the judgements we make. We celebrate the fit and chastise the fat.Paul speaks to two very different people to find out how they live their lives and how they are judged. Nick Butter is an endurance runner who has run a marathon in every single country in the world. Bruce Sturgell is a plus size model who set up a...
2021-04-2935 min
Duck - RabbitFreedom of speechProfessor Paul Dolan asks if it’s ok to cancel someone for something they say or post on social media. Should freedom of speech and expression be protected at all costs – and how do we balance it with protection from bullying and hate? He speaks to two people with different opinions. Matthew Syed is a writer and journalist. He is a staunch defender of free speech. Ash Sarkar is a journalist and senior editor at Norvara Media. She believes that cancel culture is exaggerated by the right. Paul also speaks to Shakuntala Banaji...
2021-04-2836 min
Duck - RabbitSecurity and LibertyProfessor Paul Dolan asks if more security means less freedom? Has the pandemic fundamentally changed our relationship with the state and what it can tell us to do? He speaks to two people with very different views on these questions. Steve Baker is the Conservative MP for Wycombe and Deputy Chair of the Covid Recovery Group B, and Graham Medley is an infectious disease modeller at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. Paul also speaks to Julia Black, Professor of Law at the LSE, about what implications our experiences of t...
2021-04-2736 min
Duck - RabbitRelationships - marriage and monogamyMarriage and monogamy: Are single women happier? Professor Paul Dolan looks at relationships and the judgements people make, specifically when it comes to women. Why do people have such strong views on how women choose to live their lives? Why is marriage and monogamy still seen as the ultimate fairy tale? Paul speaks to two women who have made very different life choices. Esther Rantzen was married twice to the same man and takes great joy in her family whereas Joan DelFattore has always been single and has never seen herself as a wife...
2021-04-2635 min
Duck - RabbitIntroducing Duck - RabbitWelcome to the Duck - Rabbit podcast: A journey through our polarised culture- and out the other side.Created and presented by Professor Paul Dolan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-04-2302 minAlmost PerfectThe Almost Perfect Postgame Show OKC @ PHOThis is the first Almost Perfect Postgame Show! Going to be doing this a lot more often cause it's short, to the point, fun, and informative. OKC got absolutely Obliterated Exodia style from the Phoenix Suns! The Suns are officially a top 3 fun team to watch in the NBA. I am 100% going to be watching them way more often after this game! Devin Booker was filthy, Mikal Bridges was elite, Chris Paul was iconic shooting 100% from the field and finishing with 12 assists. I go into the details of the game, talk about key moments, and how the Suns were...
2021-04-0414 min
Almost PerfectThe Almost Perfect First Take: Blake GriffinWe are gathered here today to mourn the career of Blake Griffin. This is something I simply had to do! Changed things up a bit, I saw ESPN First Take discuss this, and so here is, The Almost Perfect First Take! Stephen A. and Max made some interesting points but failed to make the point clear and so **Paul Dolan has entered the chat**. In this episode I discuss what a move like this means to the career of Blake Griffin, what his overall impact will be for the Nets, how he and college group projects have a remarkable...
2021-04-0134 min
Savor This Edge-Of-Your-Seat Full Audiobook — Perfect On Your Commute.Happy Ever After: Escaping The Myth of The Perfect Life by Paul DolanPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/364756to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Happy Ever After: Escaping The Myth of The Perfect Life
Author: Paul Dolan
Narrator: Paul Dolan
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 6 hours 59 minutes
Release date: January 17, 2019
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 2
Genres: Mental Health & Psychology
Publisher's Summary:
Penguin presents the audiobook edition of Happy Ever After written and read by Paul Dolan. Get a good education, be successful, get married, have kids and look after your health. This is what we're told will make us happy. But what if these stories are doing more harm than good? In Happy...
2019-01-176h 59
Press Play On This Breakthrough Full Audiobook — Perfect This Weekend.Happiness by Design: Change What You Do, Not How You Think by Paul DolanPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/213825to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Happiness by Design: Change What You Do, Not How You Think
Author: Paul Dolan
Narrator: Jonathan Cowley
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 7 hours 17 minutes
Release date: August 28, 2014
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3 of Total 2
Ratings of Narrator: 1 of Total 1
Genres: Mental Health & Psychology
Publisher's Summary:
This is not just another happiness book. In Happiness by Design, happiness and behavior expert Paul Dolan combines the latest insights from economics and psychology to illustrate that in order to be happy we must behave happy Our happiness is experiences of both pleasure and purpose...
2014-08-287h 17