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EPISODE · Apr 17, 2025 · 1H 15M

ARTHUR C. BROOKS: why chasing money and escaping pain won't make you happy

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Arthur C. Brooks is an American social scientist, author, and speaker known for his research on happiness, philanthropy, and public policy, and for his work as a former president of the American Enterprise Institute. Arthur leads this discussion exploring the concept of happiness from interdisciplinary perspectives, bridging philosophy, neuroscience, and behavioural science. Read Arthur's column in the Atlantic: How to Build a Life Read 'There's a Lesson to Learn from Daniel Kahneman's Death' in the New York TimesKeep up to date with Peter on SubstackKeep up to date with Kasia!Executive Producer: Rachel BarrettThanks to our volunteer researchers Hendrik Dahlmeier and Mihika ChechiAnd special thanks to Suzi Jamil Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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