
This is a podcast about deciphering human behavior and understanding why people do the things they do. I, Zach Elwood, talk with people from a wide range of fields about how they make sense of human behavior and psychology. I've talked to jury consultants, interrogation professionals, behavior researchers, sports analysts, professional poker players, to name a few. There are more than 135 episodes... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 192 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Social SciencesMental HealthScienceHealth & Fitness | |||

For many people, Trump represents a uniquely dangerous figure in American history. But what if the contemptuous, maximally pessimistic ways many people talk about Trump and Republicans help put more "wind in the sails" of polarized, polarizing leader... more
I talk with journalist Ellen Huet, whose new book Empire of Orgasm digs into the strange origins and evolution of Nicole Daedone and OneTaste, and goes into more detail than the Netflix doc titled Orgasm Inc. We talk about where OneTaste’s orgasmic m... more
Many people think there are telltale signs of lying — shifty eyes, nervous fidgeting, maybe a quick smile — that can give someone away to trained observers. But according to decades of research, that’s a myth. Still, some scientists push back on that... more
Have you ever wondered how tracking people actually works? You’ve probably seen a lot of Hollywood depictions of how law enforcement track people over external terrain, and maybe you’ve wondered what’s real and what’s exaggerated. I talk with Rob Spe... more
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I just finished the episode on Chase Hughes. I wanted you two to get around to possibly say something that one of you might be a thing that had something meaningful. It’s hard to sum up there’s a difference on what they thought and then what they said in the context of what emotion is polarized in the bluffing state of a game of deducing behavior and claiming poker is a real world game. There’s clearly a message of distraction and acting to dupe in an interview between the two. So, that being sa... more
The podcast is always thought-provoking and practical. I especially enjoyed the episode with David Matsumoto on how facial expressions reveal underlying emotions and decision-making cues - it was eye-opening. Every conversation deepens my understanding of human behavior in both everyday and high-stakes situations. Highly recommend!
Keep up the good work
Ruins the vibe and flow of the podcasts. Host should do a deep dive on the psychology of ads and how ridiculous it is that he’s chosen to have so many.
Wide variety of topics. Definitely makes me think. This is a good thing, whether I agree or not.
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The content focuses on understanding human behavior through various perspectives, including psychology, social sciences, and behavioral analysis. Episodes feature experts from diverse fields—such as psychology, health, sports, and even poker—exploring the motivations behind actions and interpersonal dynamics. Listeners can expect to engage with nuanced discussions on topics like narcissism, mental health, communication, and social behaviors, often illuminated by expert insights and personal narratives. Unique to this series is its range of guests and deep dives into subjects that resonate broadly across individual experiences and societal issues.
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this podcast launched 7 years ago and published 192 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on this podcast include:
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2. Rob Speiden
3. Joe Kern
4. Sarma Melngailis
5. Jannine Lasaleta
6. Philip Furley
7. Richard Bentall
8. Anne Wilson
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