Reviews
Rate ShowJune 17 show
I like your show, but I believe some of your guests opinions are not valid. Specifically your guest Ara Norezayan’s view in regards to religion seemed to be biased by his own experiences. Most times certain types of religions were forced on people by rulers of the time. Sometimes there were economic incentives. People were killed in wars in the name of God. But the aim may have been gaining power and soldiers understood the main aim while fighting in the name of God. God is just a representation of power and order. But our inclination toward order does not mean that our brains are programmed to believe in God.
- Mkseradj
- June 24, 2024
Informative and rewarding every episode
Thank you Shankar and every person that makes HB happen! It’s rare to find a program that offers an infinite amount of learning in a space and is consistently interesting and inspiring, and hopeful!
- Nina, CSC
- June 20, 2024
HIDDEN BRAIN
Listening to this show be required. Even if you know the subject in and out, you’re getting new perspectives. Shankar is the best interviewer, he has the best guests.
- shoppella
- June 15, 2024
Buildup matters
The first half of each episode makes me roll my eyes. It’s usually filled with info, ideas, or opinions that I’ve heard or thought about a million times and I’m like “this is a waste of time, I’m not hearing anything new.” It just feels superficial, and sometimes even ostensible. But then, around the halfway point, they (the host and guest speaker) use that information to introduce something new and interesting. I’ll say this: there are other shows that can make the first half interesting and have a strong conclusion, challenging my views or making me interested throughout the duration. Hidden Brain doesn’t do that, but it also doesn’t need to. The slow burning buildup helps to establish a foundation for their main point, which is usually a home-run. My only complaint is that it sometimes feels like fluff - like the teacher wants a 10 page essay, and you have a really solid 6 pages but need to add 4 more the meet the criteria. I’ll continue to roll my eyes at those 4 pages while enjoying the other 6.
- matchumoo
- June 11, 2024
Interesting detail
The subjects are just what I need to hear to shift from a negative perspective to a positive one through interviews that keep me enthralled.
- k777?!
- June 11, 2024
Always Uplifting and Helpful
Thank you, Shankar. I love this show and know that if I am having a hard day I can open a podcast from Hidden Brain to help me push through a work or life challenge. Thank you for doing the work that you do to get others stories out into the world that will serve others to get through life’s challenges.
- SouthernSalesCoach
- June 4, 2024
A great way to start my weekend.
I love waking up, making my coffee and sitting down to listen to Hidden Brain. The interviews are well researched, dealing with current and every day issues. It can be a way for me to see my own issues and it helps me in my relationships and work. I highly recommend it.
- GUAP18
- May 25, 2024
- Kimi1234*
- May 15, 2024
House manager
I love this podcast.. every time i listen I always feel good and I get motivated . Thank you Sanker
- Appu shah
- May 6, 2024
- Mesofrustratedg1234
- May 3, 2024
Parents keep out
Great podcast. Encouraged by efforts to understand children’s behavior, and the difference between supervised play and unsupervised play. I just wish I’d heard what happened to the fourth grader who couldn’t follow rules!
- Suenmz12
- April 24, 2024
Interesting and useful
Hidden Brain is both interesting and useful. It offers a unique perspective on people, how they think, and their behavior that I've found to be helpful in my work, how I choose to live my life, and how I engage with other people.
- Calvin&Hobbes2023
- April 22, 2024
Educational
I learn a lot when I listen to your podcast. Thank you for providing rational answers to questions I have about human behavior and psyche.
- LisaVOlson
- April 22, 2024
The Curious Science of Cravings
I was on my second week of not drinking and was in the middle of a craving when I saw this episode. I listened while doing chores. Completely got me over that particular craving and gave me a new perspective on why I drink at all. THANK YOU! Made it through my second weekend with alcohol!
- reddbul
- April 21, 2024
Quality programming!!!!
Thank you for your choice of topics. This is one of my favorite podcasts. I always know I will be challenged or informed. Yesterday’s message “What is Normal?” was over the top excellent, so I needed to finally review the show. Thank you, Shankar! I’m 61 years old and still learning!
- CarolynMHOC
- April 9, 2024
It really makes you think!
Shankar is such a great host and the guests are intellectually stimulating, from various backgrounds, who elucidate the subjects that are discussed. I feel I am always learning something! Never miss it!
- MASSyogagirl
- April 4, 2024
- Quinti320
- April 1, 2024
- 123454567ű9io0oHow’dIDoThat?
- March 31, 2024
One of the BEST shows ever!
This podcast has helped me so much in my life! Every single episode has shone a light on things that I have never fully understood or thought about before. I love every single episode!
- lostvegaseve
- March 30, 2024
Deeper Understanding
Some things you just don’t think about until you have to. Some things you don’t think about at all. Hidden Brain brings those things to you. Sometimes it’s heart wrenching, heart warming, or completely confounding, and it’s always worth the listen. I just listened to The Ventilator and I feel that I’m sobbing at the intersection of philosophy and storytelling. I am so deeply impacted by the ideas shared in this piece.
- Carrots&Celery
- March 30, 2024
Love this show!
Hidden Brain is by far my favorite podcast. The host is so endearing, asks wonderful thought-provoking questions and chooses amazing topics and guests. I frequently share episodes with my kids and friends. Love this show!!
- 1smartchick
- March 28, 2024
Always appreciated!
The insights I get from this show are priceless. I learn so much about myself and how I can improve. The empiric nature of most shows adds great perspective and credibility. I share and recommend shows routinely.
- MelMan_8840
- March 28, 2024
Thought provoking
Most every episode provides me with much food for thought. There’s also generally some moral or ethical dilemma that’s being explored which I love. The most recent episode “The Ventilator” is most compelling and has left me grappling with my own mortality. Thank you… and keep these quality podcasts coming.
- Wildlife Margrit
- March 25, 2024
I ENJOY YOUR TOPICS DISCUSSIONS
I APPRECIATE HOW YOU WILL REPEAT THE STORY POINTS BACK WITH YOUR CLARIFICATION AND YOUR WISDOM AND INTELLECT WITH OUT SOUNT SNOOTY :)
- Hellerbox
- March 21, 2024