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EPISODE · Jun 22, 2026 · 1H 34M

Our Brains in the &: Fear, Reward, and Human Behavior

from Stand in the & with Heather Gates · host Heather Gates

On this “expert in the &” episode, Heather and Dr. Ahmad Hariri, a professor of psychology and neuroscience at Duke University, unpack some complexities of the human brain and how understanding it can help us live more intentional lives. Dr. Hariri shares some brain-circuit basics, along with details on how our neural architecture influences behavior and emotional regulation. This episode also includes a few reminders and tools to help us all hold ourselves with compassion and support us in thriving individually & collectively. Send us your questions… we’re doing a Part 2!Disclaimer: The views and opinions shared in this episode belong solely to the host and the guest and do not necessarily reflect those of their employer or affiliated organizations.Host: Heather Gates, MPH, Owner & Strategy Partner, Human-Centered Strategy, LLC Guest: Dr. Ahmad Hariri, Professor of Psychology & Neuroscience, Duke UniversityResourcesMichael Pollan on PsychedelicsSecret of Secrets by Dan BrownWhole Brain Living by Dr. Jill Bolte TaylorLooking Inside the Disordered Brain by Ahmad HaririDr. Dan Siegel “Brain in the Hand” modelWhy Zebras Don't Get Ulcers by Robert Sapolsky'sConnect About the PodcastEmail us with your ideas and feedback: [email protected] the Podcast for more episodesSee what we’re up to on Instagram with all things “&”To request strategy partner & facilitation support from Human-Centered Strategy, visit us online at https://human-centeredstrategy.com/contact/Purchase the MerchStickers, mugs, and touchstones can be purchased here https://human-centeredstrategy.com/gifts/

On this “expert in the &” episode, Heather and Dr. Ahmad Hariri, a professor of psychology and neuroscience at Duke University, unpack some complexities of the human brain and how understanding it can help us live more intentional lives. Dr. Hariri shares some brain-circuit basics, along with details on how our neural architecture influences behavior and emotional regulation. This episode also includes a few reminders and tools to help us all hold ourselves with compassion and support us ...

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