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Wisdom
Artificial Intelligence
Metacognition
Intellectual Humility
Narratives
Wisdom Measurement
Psychology
Morality and Wisdom
Wisdom As Practice
Phronesis
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Culture
Self-Distancing
Neuroscience Of Wisdom
Organizational Judgment
Self-Report Questionnaires
Integrative Model Of Wise Behavior
Measuring Wisdom
Collective Wisdom

What does it actually take to think wisely? On Wisdom digs into the empirical science of wisdom, judgment, and decision-making, and what it means for how we live. Igor Grossmann runs the Wisdom & Culture Lab at the University of Waterloo. Charles Cassidy runs the Evidence-Based Wisdom project in London. Each episode pairs freewheeling conversation with guest spots from leading behavioural scientis... more

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Welcome to a five-episode special series built around the first Annual Review of Psychology chapter on wisdom since 2011.

Episode 5: Wisdom Frontiers (with Dilip Jeste, Barry Schwartz, and Justin Brienza)

Can wisdom live beyond the individual, in t... more

Welcome to a five-episode special series built around the first Annual Review of Psychology chapter on wisdom since 2011.

Episode 4: Interventions and Training (with Judith Glück, Ethan Kross, and KristjÔn KristjÔnsson)

Can we actually learn to be ... more

Welcome to a five-episode special series built around the first Annual Review of Psychology chapter on wisdom since 2011.

Episode 3: Measuring Wisdom (with Judith Glück, Monika Ardelt, and Eranda Jayawickreme)

Can we actually measure wisdom, or are... more

Welcome to a five-episode special series built around the first Annual Review of Psychology chapter on wisdom since 2011.

Episode 2: Metacognition and Judgment (with Gord Pennycook, Steve Fleming, and Thomas Costello)

Is thinking harder always the... more

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Recent Guests

Dilip Jeste
Psychiatrist and neuroscientist specializing in positive aspects of human aging
University of California, San Diego
Episode: 73: Special Series Episode 5: Wisdom Frontiers
Barry Schwartz
Psychologist and emeritus professor at Swarthmore College
Swarthmore College
Episode: 73: Special Series Episode 5: Wisdom Frontiers
Justin Brienza
Wisdom researcher at the University of Queensland
University of Queensland
Episode: 73: Special Series Episode 5: Wisdom Frontiers
Judith Glück
Academic researching wisdom measurement and situational aspects of wise behavior.
University of Klagenfurt
Episode: 72: Special Series Episode 4: Interventions and Training
Ethan Kross
University of Michigan researcher focused on emotional regulation.
University of Michigan
Episode: 72: Special Series Episode 4: Interventions and Training
KristjƔn KristjƔnsson
Scholar working across education, psychology, and moral and political philosophy.
University of Birmingham
Episode: 72: Special Series Episode 4: Interventions and Training
Monika Ardelt
Wisdom researcher at the University of Florida who developed a three-dimensional model of wisdom.
University of Florida
Episode: 71: Special Series Episode 3: Measuring Wisdom
Eranda Jayawickreme
Personality scientist at Wake Forest University whose research includes wisdom and integrative theories of personality.
Wake Forest University
Episode: 71: Special Series Episode 3: Measuring Wisdom
Gord Pennycook
Expert guest, Cornell University
Cornell University
Episode: 70: Special Series Episode 2: Metacognition and Judgment

Hosts

Igor Grossmann
Co-host, researcher on wisdom and decision-making
Charles Cassidy
Co-host of the show

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 64 ratings
  • Thoughtful and scientific conversations

    Very interesting to listen to the conversations. šŸ’Æ

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Arezoonia
    Canadaa year ago
  • The search for wisdom

    I stumbled upon episode 52 and was blown away so now I am working my way through the whole series. 2018 was a good year!

    If you are intrigued by wisdom - what it is, how it can be accumulated, what science teaches us about it - then this podcast series is for you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tony Nekson 7
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Best podcast ever!

    The best podcast I ever listened to. As an educator mostly interested in developing wisdom, I received countless insights and perspectives that enriched my work and my life. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lost in advertising
    Australia5 years ago
  • Captivating Conversations

    As someone who is concerned about the future of civil society, I feel fortunate to have discovered the On Wisdom podcasts. In my view, wise reasoning can become the foundation for growth as individuals as well as nurturing our collective well being. Igor and Charles affably engage their guests in exploring the kinds of questions we all should be asking!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sharnelle48
    Canada6 years ago
  • Love itšŸ‘

    Originally had to listen to an episode of this podcast for one of my personality psychology courses in uni and then fell in love with it. Presents current research in social psychology in a very accessible and charming manner. Keep up the great content!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Amanda7āš¾ļø
    Canada6 years ago

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The show is seen as a high-quality source for insights on wisdom and decision-making, with broad appeal to educators, researchers, and curious listeners.
Guests and hosts are described as thoughtful, knowledgeable, and engaging, creating a constructive, ideas-forward atmosphere.
Listeners praise accessibility of research and clear explanations without sacrificing rigor.

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72: Special Series Episode 4: Interventions and Training
Q: What is self-distancing and what does it do to our reasoning?
Ethan Kross defines it as viewing oneself from an observer perspective. Techniques such as using second- or third-person language, imagining oneself in the future, writing, or seeking outside advice can broaden perspective, support reframing, and promote wiser reasoning.
72: Special Series Episode 4: Interventions and Training
Q: What is the integrative theory of wisdom?
Judith Glück describes a model combining knowledge and reasoning, including intellectual humility and perspective-taking, with emotional balance, openness, empathy, and caring motives that allow people to use those cognitive capacities.
73: Special Series Episode 5: Wisdom Frontiers
Q: How can we design institutions that promote collective wisdom?
Justin Brienza recommends scaling up capacities such as wise reasoning, openness, and metacognition, and combining multiple ways of assessing institutions. Practices can include red teaming, premortems, diverse input, opportunities to dissent, and incentives that support shared goals and responsibility.
73: Special Series Episode 5: Wisdom Frontiers
Q: What are some of the ways organizations block their teams from cultivating practical wisdom, and how can we get better at this?
Barry Schwartz says organizations undermine judgment when they punish mistakes, impose rigid productivity standards, or lose sight of their goals. They can help people develop good judgment by allowing learning from bounded failures and keeping the organization focused on its mission.
71: Special Series Episode 3: Measuring Wisdom
Q: What are psychological traits and how do scholars study them?
Eranda Jayawickreme describes traits as characteristic patterns of thinking, feeling, and behavior that distinguish people and are relatively stable over time. He explains that whole trait theory considers both a person's dispositions and the meaningful variation of behavior across contexts.

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A thoughtful, science-driven show exploring wisdom, judgment, and decision-making through conversations with leading behavioral scientists. Episodes frequently center on metacognition, intellectual humility, narratives and culture, and the role of AI, misinformation, and social context in wise thinking. The format blends accessible dialogue with expert perspectives, linking empirical findings to practical guidance for everyday reasoning and policy implications. A notable strength is the breadth of scholars across psychology, philosophy, and cognitive science, plus a focus on how culture, narration, and tools shape wisdom across contexts. This makes it appealing to listeners who want rigorous thinking, actionable strategies, and nuanced disc... more

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