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The Curious Introvert

Meredith Hackwith Edwards
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A weekly podcast covering societal taboos & cultural blind spots. Join host Meredith Hackwith Edwards as she deep dives with curiosity & nuance into philosophy, society & culture with expert guests.

Episodes frequently feature philosophers, researchers, historians & journalists.

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Jen Doleac
Executive Vice President of Criminal Justice at Arnold Ventures; author of Science of Second Chances
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Episode: Ep. 350: Are We Rehabilitating Criminals … or Just Recycling Them?
Laura Beck
Founder of Anderson's Alert, podcaster
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Episode: Ep. 349: Hot Car Infant Deaths: Just Bad Parents? [REMASTERED]
Robert Whitfield
Breast explant surgeon, breast implant illness expert
Unknown clinic (Dr. Rob Whitfield)
Episode: Ep. 348: Are Your Breast Implants Making You Sick? (What they don’t tell you)
Nikki Eisenhauer
Licensed professional counselor, chemical dependency counselor, psychotherapist; incest and abuse survivor
Independent clinician/trainer
Episode: Ep. 347: Trigger Warnings: Making us Fragile or Helping us Heal? [REMASTERED]
Dr. Staci Whitman
Functional dentist advocating from gums to gut, airways to bacterial good guys
Institute for Functional Dentistry
Episode: Ep. 346: Could your spit predict CANCER? Testing & Warning Signs with an Oral Microbiome Expert!
Joshua Harris
Author of I Kissed Dating Goodbye; former evangelical pastor
Author, Speaker
Episode: Ep. 345: Is Premarital Sex Bad? [REMASTERED]
Dave Green
Artist and author of Doodles in the Dark; lucid dreaming practitioner
Independent artist
Episode: Ep. 344: Lucid Dreams & OBEs: One Researches. The Other Explores it First Hand.
Damon Abraham
Parapsychologist and principal research scientist for Entangled
Entangled app
Episode: Ep. 344: Lucid Dreams & OBEs: One Researches. The Other Explores it First Hand.
Hakeem Isler
Founder of Psi Games, former PsyOps specialist, expert in psi modalities
Psi Games
Episode: Ep. 343: Developing Psychic Abilities in a World on Fire (is this really that important?)

Host

Meredith Hackwith Edwards
Host of The Curious Introvert; guides conversations and questions

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 277 ratings
  • AWESOME SHOW

    Great show! Always full of new information!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carla Hollman
    United States4 months ago
  • Fantastic way to cure my curiosity!

    One of the best podcasts to cure my curiosity when I browse the titles and read what each episode is about. I will admit I don’t listen to every episode, but that’s what this podcast is about! It’s about listening and learning things that intrigue me the most!

    Meredith does a wonderful job, deep diving into these super intriguing subjects. She even asks all the right questions to get the best response from the guest to make it the most informational!

    100/10!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rawrblaah
    United States4 months ago
  • Stay away from episode 297,,,psychic sick marine has an eye ("I") problem 🤪

    Podcast Addict
    4
    Boo2009
    a year ago
  • Always different

    I love the unique variety that Meredith brings to her pod… You never know what you’re going to get. But it’s always going to be thoughtful and insightful!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Niua2003
    United Statesa year ago
  • Where curiosity, education, and a dose of fun meet

    I love the variety and randomness of the topics she explores in every episode. There really is something for everyone. She has done her research on each guest and yet leaves room for an open dialogue without judgement. It’s a safe place to explore and build those brain muscles!! Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jamphillips
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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High-quality guests and deep dives that stay engaging.
Curiosity-forward host with thoughtful guests and clear questions.
Shows range from provocative to practical; always interesting.
Hosts push boundaries while staying respectful and rigorous.

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Talking Points

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Ep. 349: Hot Car Infant Deaths: Just Bad Parents? [REMASTERED]
Q: What practical steps can parents take to prevent hot car deaths?
Have a concrete plan with childcare, demand timely check-ins if a child misses a day, create physical reminders (like shoes or phones) in the back seat, and consider third-party safety devices while staying mindful of routine changes and weather.
Ep. 349: Hot Car Infant Deaths: Just Bad Parents? [REMASTERED]
Q: What happened the day of the accident and how did those routine changes play into it?
A cascade of schedule changes, a new puppy, and supervision shifts culminated in a moment where normal actions and memory lapses intersected with a distraction, leading to the child being forgotten in the back seat; this catalyzed her advocacy work.
Ep. 349: Hot Car Infant Deaths: Just Bad Parents? [REMASTERED]
Q: Can you tell me a little bit about that part of your mindset just two days before the accident?
She recalls the moment of seeing left-in-car headlines and feeling judgment about other parents, then recognizing how quickly stress, routine shifts, and cognitive overload can lead to tragic mistakes, shifting her view from judgment to understanding.
Ep. 348: Are Your Breast Implants Making You Sick? (What they don’t tell you)
Q: How does the doctor view industry influence and censorship around BII discussions?
The doctor believes there is censorship in online platforms and emphasizes delivering transparent information to patients while acknowledging industry dynamics, rather than silencing the topic.
Ep. 348: Are Your Breast Implants Making You Sick? (What they don’t tell you)
Q: What steps can patients take to prepare for or recover from explant surgery?
A comprehensive program including genetic/tox burden testing, sleep hygiene, nutrition, pre-op nerve blocks, and post-op lymphatic care, oxygen therapy, and anti-inflammatory approaches helps minimize recovery time and complications.

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A thought-provoking interview series that dives into taboo topics and cultural blind spots with a curious, nuanced lens. Episodes frequently feature philosophers, researchers, journalists, and historians who unpack complex ideas—from religion and aging to trauma, consciousness, and social norms—through accessible conversations guided by a thoughtful host. The show stands out for its willingness to tackle controversial or fringe subjects with rigor and empathy, often linking historical context to contemporary culture and personal stories that illuminate larger societal patterns.

Listeners are drawn to deeply researched discussions that mix academic perspective with real-world implications. Expect thoughtful skepticism, practical takeaways, a... more

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7. Dave Green
8. Damon Abraham

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