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Emotions are inseparable from how we humans think, choose, and act. In Emotional Design, cognitive scientist Don Norman shows how the principles of human psychology apply to the invention and design of new technologies and products. In The Design of Everyday Things, Norman made the definitive case for human-centered design, showing that good design demanded that the user's must take precedence over a designer's aesthetic if anything, from light switches to airplanes, was going to work as the user needed.

UFO abductions, television psychics, paranormal phenomena, skeptics and believers alike, find themselves debating truths and lies in the strange web of pseudoscience and the occult. Now, director of the Skeptics Society Michael Shermer explores the very human reasons why we find other worldly phenomena, conspiracy theories, and cults so appealing.

Bringing Up Bébé meets Last Child in the Woods in this lively, insightful memoir about a mother who sets out to discover if the nature-centric parenting philosophy of her native Scandinavia holds the key to healthier, happier lives for her American children.

Welcome to “No Such Thing as Ghosts,” the hilarious and sometimes thought-provoking podcast where the supernatural meets skeptical logic. Each episode, true believer Andy spins a spine-tingling tale of the paranormal, while Greg—the ever-skeptical non-believer—challenges every eerie detail. Together, they explore chilling legends, haunted histories, and the mysteries of the human mind, and beyond. Whether you’re a ghost enthusiast or a hardened cynic, “No Such Thing as Ghosts” offers smart, witty banter and surprising insights into why we believe (or don’t) in things that go ...

The Nature of Things was written in the 1st century BC by Roman polymath Lucretius. It is written as a didactic poem, and explains Epicurean physics.

Art and science are famous opposites. Contemporary innovation mostly keeps them far apart. But in this book, David Edwards, world-renowned inventor; Harvard professor of the practice of idea translation; creator of breathable insulin, edible food packaging, and digital scents, reveals that the secret to creating very new things of lasting benefit, including innovations we will need to sustain human life on the planet, lies in perceiving art and science as one.

Книга "О природе вещей" Тита Лукреция–это удивительное произведение, которое занимает свою особую нишу среди философских трактатов древности. В этом произведении Лукреций открывает перед нами философские и научные идеи о природе мира, человека и вселенной. Ключевым аспектом книги является исследование внутреннего мира человека. Лукреций погружается в сложности человеческих эмоций, желаний и страхов, рассуждая о природе счастья, любви и смерти.

In this engaging exploration, archaeologist Ian Hodder departs from the two prevailing modes of thought about human evolution: the older idea of constant advancement toward a civilized ideal and the newer one of a directionless process of natural selection. Instead, he proposes a theory of human evolution and history based on "entanglement," the ever-increasing mutual dependency between humans and things.

Welcome to Do Beautiful Things, a podcast hosted by Jenny Lawson, President and CEO of Keep America Beautiful. In this podcast we will discuss ending litter, the truth behind recycling, and enhancing communities to create a more sustainable and beautiful future. Our engaging discussions are not just interviews; they are insightful conversations that illuminate the path to a greener tomorrow.

Even Steve Jobs didn't know what he had on his hands when he announced the original iPhone as a combination of a mere "three revolutionary products"--an iPod, a cell phone, and a keyboard-less handheld computer. Once Apple introduced the App Store and opened it up to outside developers, however, the iPhone became capable of serving a rapidly growing number of functions--now more than 350,000 and counting. But the iPhone has implications far beyond the phone or gadget market.

I’m Dr. Lisa Dawn Hamilton. By day, I’m a sex researcher and psychology professor who teaches about sex. In this podcast I explore the things we think we know about sex by delving into the research surrounding common beliefs about sex and relationships. I want to know how we know what we know.If you are a sex geek like me or if you just want to know things, subscribe to listen to me question everything you thought you knew about sex!Sex and Relationships! What do we know? Do we know things? Let’s find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

feminist theory in history + pop culture

CHIEF OF ANYTHING ist der Podcast und das Buch für mich. Zusammen mit anderen Menschen will ich entspannt UND produktiv sein, und ich bin dafür bereit mutig und mit Herz Führung zu übernehmen - im Business und im Leben. CHIEF OF ANYTHING gibt es als Podcast, Buch und im persönlichen Coaching - von und mit Christian Kohlhof und Michael Portz.

In each episode of All Things Disability we’ll speak with a leader in the disability space to learn how they promote inclusion and opportunities for people of all abilities. All Things Disability is produced by Northeast Arc, an organization that changes lives and discovers abilities for thousands of individuals with diverse abilities across Massachusetts. We help them become full participants in their communities: choosing for themselves how to live, learn, work, socialize, and play.

There are fascinating sub-cultures all around us. Some of these are obvious, and some maybe not so obvious but they all make for great experiences, can be very satisfying and even therapeutic.On A Niche Thing, Aneesh explores many such subcultures ranging from sneakers and streetwear, coffee, HiFi, watches, affordable art and even tech!An all-round bon-vivant, Aneesh Bhasin is a commentator on all things cool and is one of GQ’s 30 most influential young Indians.Entertainment, Lifestyle, Hobbies! There's something for everyone on A Niche Thing Podcast. Get smarter, with every episode!

Synthesizing academic research about innovation, science, and creativity.

A weekly podcast recorded live on Twitter Spaces every Wednesday at 3pm ET / 8pm BSTTwitter marketing expert Madalyn Sklar and voice tech and audio specialist Suze Cooper, talk about the week's developments in social audio.For the latest on the tech, the content and the platforms - join us live on Twitter Spaces and join the conversation with us. @MadalynSklar @BigTentSocial #AllThingsAudio

Thoughts shape Beliefs, which influence DecisionsI have always been a curious kid. I wanted to believe what I learned. But I got tired of not getting straight answers to some of the Big Questions of Life. My quest led me to earn an interdisciplinary PhD in paleoanthropology, neuroscience and theology.As a boots-on-the-ground field explorer to over 100 countries, I seek first-hand confirmation to check the facts of truth claims and to verify evidence for my own inherited beliefs.I will share insights drawn from over 30 years of interdisciplinary scholarship and ...

Let's get psychology out of the lab and into the streets. Join hosts Tania Luna (psychology researcher) and Brian Luna (total layperson) as they turn fascinating research into practical tips for getting better at being human.