Science of Perception Box

Conversations on how beliefs and neural wiring shape perception and reality AI summary

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Join renowned scientists Dr. Heather Berlin and Dr. Christof Koch on the Science of Perception Box, where they delve into the Perception Box—a groundbreaking concept developed by Elizabeth R. Koch, that reveals how our beliefs, biases, and neural wiring shape our reality and define how we experience the world. Through captivating conversations with expert guests like psychiatrist Dr. Judson Brewer, anthropologist Dr. Helen Fisher, and journalist Michael Pollan, the show explores how the Perception Box expands in states of awe, curiosity, and love, and contracts during fear, anxiety, or anger. From mindfulness and romantic relationships to psychedelics and human connection, each episode uncovers transformative insights into unlocking greater awareness, fostering curiosity, and reshaping how we perceive the world. New episodes drop every Thursday on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow the journey and redefine your reality.

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Can a Plant, a Chatbot, or Your Gut Be Conscious? With Michael Pollan

2026-10-14 · 1 hr 0 min

In this special live episode, journalist and bestselling author Michael Pollan explains how a psychedelic experience “smudged the windshield” of his consciousness and started the search behind his new book, A World…
The ‘Self’ You Can’t Find with Sam Harris

2026-10-07 · 43 min

Most of us feel like there's a "me" behind our eyes, a thinker of our thoughts and author of our choices. Author and Waking Up founder Sam Harris argues that when you look closely enough, that self disappears. Dr.…
The Physics of Consciousness

2026-09-30 · 26 min

Theoretical physicist Dr. Michio Kaku joins hosts Dr. Heather Berlin and Dr. Christof Koch to explore what physics can teach us about consciousness and reality itself. Dr. Kaku argues that consciousness is best…
How to Recover From Decades of Chronic Stress

2026-09-23 · 46 min

Stress researcher Dr. Elissa Epel explains why the goal isn't to eliminate stress but to get better at recovering from it. She says that a sharp, short stress response followed by real rest is the hallmark of a young,…
Are Your Emotions Telling You the Truth?

2026-09-16 · 48 min

Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett, psychologist and neuroscientist, joins hosts Dr. Heather Berlin and Dr. Christof Koch to unpack her theory of constructed emotion: the idea that emotions aren't hardwired reactions but stories…
The Hidden Rules Holding Society Together: Steven Pinker on Common Knowledge

2026-09-09 · 44 min

Why do we speak in euphemisms instead of saying exactly what we mean? Dr. Heather Berlin and Dr. Christoph Koch sat down with cognitive scientist and bestselling author Steven Pinker to explore common knowledge — not…
Your Brain Lies to You (And That's a Good Thing): Anil Seth on Consciousness

2026-09-02 · 44 min

What if everything you see, hear, and feel isn't real? What if it's just your brain's best prediction of what's real? Dr. Heather Berlin and Dr. Christof Koch sat down with neuroscientist and consciousness researcher…
Overcoming the Victim Mindset with Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman

2026-08-26 · 31 min

Psychologist Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman explores the difference between victimhood and victim mindset, explaining why learned helplessness is actually our default state, and how developing agency is the key to…
Your Body’s Operating Manual: Andrew Huberman on the Mind-Body Connection

2026-08-19 · 45 min

Even though our experiences are shaped by unconscious patterns and bodily sensations, we have the agency to actively transform them simply by staying present and aware. Dr. Heather Berlin and Dr. Christof Koch sit down…
Stop Trying to Fix People: Mel Robbins on the Power of Letting Go

2026-08-12 · 49 min

How much of your energy is focused on trying to change people who aren't ready to change? Best-selling author and podcast host Mel Robbins joins Dr. Heather Berlin and Dr. Christof Koch to explore what happens when you…

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Owner: Unlikely Collaborators
Oldest episode in feed: 12/2024 · over a year
Typical length: 40 min
Format: Episodic Newest first, episodes stand alone

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