EPISODE · Apr 24, 2026 · 21 MIN
Why Your Brain Thinks You're Dying When You're Just Bored
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Ever notice how 5 minutes waiting for a delayed flight feels longer than a 2-hour movie? Your brain has a bizarre relationship with time that involves everything from dopamine hits to evolutionary survival tactics. We'll explore why time crawls during boring meetings, flies when you're having fun, and completely warps when you're in danger. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Ever notice how 5 minutes waiting for a delayed flight feels longer than a 2-hour movie? Your brain has a bizarre relationship with time that involves everything from dopamine hits to evolutionary survival tactics. We'll explore why time crawls during boring meetings, flies when you're having fun, and completely warps when you're in danger.
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Why Your Brain Thinks You're Dying When You're Just Bored
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