EPISODE · Feb 2, 2024 · 25 MIN
Why humans need laughter
from Instant Genius · host Our Media
Laughter is a fundamental part of our lives, but why do we do it? We spoke to Sophie Scott, a professor of cognitive neuroscience at the University College London to better understand why and how we laugh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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