#442 - The Saddest Songs In The World

In this thought-provoking episode of the Huberman Lab podcast, neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Huberman dives deeply into the powerful relationship between music and the brain. Unfolding the intricacies of how our brain participates in music creation and interpretation, Dr. Huberman sheds light on the profound impacts music can have on cognitive functions such as memory, learning and emotional regulation. The episode further exposes how different genres affect us emotionally, demonstrating an incredible spectrum from sheer joy to intense sadness.

Dr. Huberman confidently navigates the terrain of the symbiotic connection between music and physical and mental performance. He not only explores the physiological impact of music, demonstrating its distinct influence on physical health, performance and mood regulation, but he also challenges common misconceptions about the effects of music on cognitive abilities. The power of music to enhance brain connectivity and development, particularly through early musical training, is given a unique focus. Dr. Huberman encourages listeners to conscientiously incorporate music into their lives as a strategic tool for improved performance and emotional balance.

Join Brittany Broski in The Broski Report as she bares her soul, inviting listeners to journey with her through deeply personal narratives, ranging from humorous tales of video game cosplayers to her complex break from the Christian Church. Pack in laughter as Brittany recounts her humorous venture into an admired Call of Duty cosplayer's social media life, leading her down a rabbit hole of unexpected revelations, and join her in navigating the tumultuous world of online dating.

In later sections, brace yourself as Brittany delves into more profound areas of her life. Engage with her in a profound discourse exploring Ethel Kane's music album "Preacher's Daughter", a masterwork echoing religious burdens, and follow her through her spiritual journey that eventually leads to her break from the Church. Brittany explores the complexities of her faith journey in a raw and emotive way, exhibiting a deep emotional connection with both Ethel Kane's music and books such as the "Throne of Glass" series. This intimate narrative reveals Brittany’s own truth and is sure to resonate with listeners from various walks of life.

Immerse yourself in the colourful kaleidoscope of art, popular culture, and personal trials as you journey through 'The Broski Report with Brittany Broski.' Brittany artfully navigates life's hurdles, using disruptions as metaphors for the inevitable challenges of life. She maintains an undeterred spirit, exploring the nature of art in society amidst economic and environmental struggles.

Doubling down, Brittany doesn’t shy away from delving into intense and personal subject matter. From examining the tragic trajectories of artists and drawing valuable insights into the impact of societal pressure on mental health, to dissecting modern trends in popular culture and offering personal reviews of music, Brittany invites her audience on an enlightening exploration that toes the line between whimsy, solemnity and humor. Join Brittany in her exploration of the inextricable ties between art, mental health, popular culture and the hurdles that life invariably presents.

What is love, really? In The Art of Loving, psychologist and philosopher Erich Fromm argues that what most people think of as love is actually a form of false love—giving affection only to get something in return—instead of genuine, mature love. He believes that this failure to truly achieve loving connection is why so many people are unhappy, despite having all their basic needs met. However, if we can learn how to genuinely love others, we’ll be happier and less isolated.

The Art of Loving was originally published in 1956, but many of its lessons are just as relevant today as they were in the 20th century. In this guide, we’ll begin by examining Fromm’s ideas on the purpose of love. Then, we’ll examine the types of false love that people often mistake for genuine love. Finally, we’ll learn what genuine love looks like and how to practice it. Throughout the guide, we’ll compare Fromm’s ideas about love to those of other philosophers and psychologists and add some additional nuances he may not have considered.

Maintaining emotional love and connection in a relationship can be hard. Often, the problem is in the way you are communicating love to your partner, and vice versa. Have you ever demonstrated a gesture of affection, only to not have it appreciated? Does your partner ever say they don’t feel loved enough?

These conflicts happen because every person receives and experiences love differently. The way you experience love dictates your love language. There are 5 love languages: Word of Affirmation, Quality Time, Receiving Gifts, Acts of Service, and Physical Touch. Learning to speak your partner’s love language can help you understand how to make them feel loved. And learning your own love language helps you understand what makes you fulfilled in a relationship.

Why do we get sick? Why hasn’t natural selection, over millions of years, prevented us from getting cancer, heart disease, and depression?

The science of evolutionary medicine says that our bodies have evolved over millions of years as a set of compromises, largely in pursuit of reproductive fitness. Put concisely, whatever gets you to survive and have kids is going to persist in the gene pool, even if it causes you lots of disease and pain in adult life. Learn more about the evolutionary roots of obesity, infectious disease, aging, and depression.

Why do so many marriages end in divorce? In Sex at Dawn, Christopher Ryan and Cacilda Jethá (a husband-and-wife team) offer a surprising answer: For most of our evolutionary history, humans lived in societies that encouraged casual sex with multiple partners. According to the authors, humans evolved to be naturally promiscuous and only reluctantly embraced monogamy about 10,000 years ago when we stopped foraging for food and started farming.

In this guide, we’ll learn why everything we think we know about prehistoric human sexuality is wrong. We’ll draw on evidence from great apes (our closest evolutionary cousins), remote hunter-gatherer societies, and modern human biology to show that humans evolved to be promiscuous, not monogamous. Along the way, we’ll cover what other evolutionary psychologists and anthropologists have to say about Ryan and Jethá’s ideas.

In a riveting installment of the Shawn Ryan Show, guest Victor Marx passionately discusses his mission as a humanitarian, delving into the complexities of rescuing children in war-torn regions. Marx, who works on the frontlines in countries such as Iraq, Afghanistan, and Syria, illuminates the strategic operations and alliances that power his efforts. Together with host Shawn Ryan, he unravels the spiritual and strategic dimensions of his work, highlighting the critical role of intelligence networks and the power of spiritual guidance in liberating zones affected by conflict and terror.

The conversation takes a critical turn as Marx addresses the sobering realities of global child exploitation and the influence of advancing technologies like AI in the agitation of these issues. As they discuss the creation of hyper-realistic illicit content, and society's desensitization towards it, the discussion transcends mere policy change into the realm of moral urgency. Marx reveals initiatives like the Pedophile Hunter Fund, a testament to his unwavering commitment to combat predators. By the end, this episode of Shawn Ryan Show stands as a clarion call, with both speakers urging the collective, vigil activity to safeguard the innocent and uphold moral integrity in the digital age.

Despite growing outrage over tech giants’ failure to address child exploitation on social media platforms, federal legislation to tackle the issue has stalled in the US Senate for years. The delay has been caused by tech lobbyists, competing legislative priorities, and the challenge of balancing parental concerns with children’s rights.

In this milestone 200th episode of “2 Bears, 1 Cave,” Tom Segura and Bert Kreischer take listeners through a whirlwind of nostalgia, laughter, and compelling moments from their podcasting journey. As they reminisce about everything from the iconic "Fat Tom" days to an unforgettable spin class, Tom and Bert give us a glimpse into the shared history that has shaped their friendship and their show. In addition to their own escapades, they bring in tales from the road, contrasting Segura's deluxe celebrity-style tour bus experience with Kreischer’s unique travel arrangements, providing a peek behind the curtain at the realities of touring life.

Diving into heavier themes, the pair dissect the roots and effects of cancel culture with guest Kevin Leondardo, and touch upon the nation's dark chapters of civil rights violations, allowing a poignant pause from their comedic narrative. The hosts effortlessly oscillate between the personal, as they contemplate dietary changes and advocate for accessible mental health treatment, and the broad cultural spectrum, including discussions on online virality and the entertainment industry's grappling with the pandemic. Throughout the ‘Episode 200 Spectacular,’ the unmistakable dynamic of "2 Bears, 1 Cave" shines through, as Tom and Bert balance their trademark humor with insightful commentary, celebrating the depth and diversity of their podcast.