EPISODE · Jun 12, 2026 · 1H 24M
''This Changes EVERYTHING We Know About Free Will!'' – Robert Sapolsky
from Fidias EU Parliament · host Fidias Panayiotou
In this conversation, Stanford neuroscientist Robert Sapolsky explores the science behind depression, anxiety, stress, free will, and human behavior. Drawing from decades of research on both humans and baboons, he explains why our brains struggle with modern life, why mental health disorders are becoming more common, and why he believes free will may be an illusion. The discussion also covers psychedelics, AI, education, social media, and what neuroscience can teach us about building a more humane society.
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In this conversation, Stanford neuroscientist Robert Sapolsky explores the science behind depression, anxiety, stress, free will, and human behavior. Drawing from decades of research on both humans and baboons, he explains why our brains struggle with modern life, why mental health disorders are becoming more common, and why he believes free will may be an illusion. The discussion also covers psychedelics, AI, education, social media, and what neuroscience can teach us about building a more humane society.
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