The hosts present a logic puzzle to Michael Pollan and share advertisements for the Volvo EX90 and Beyond Sausage. They also share a personal anecdote about a cat named Biggie Smalls and an ad for the Petivity Smart Litterbox Monitor.
Laurie's former student and friend, Dr. Maya Shankar, has a Pushkin podcast we love called A Slight Change of Plans. If you like The Happiness Lab, then this show is right up your alley. In this episode, Maya and author Michael Pollan discuss the fascinating science of psychedelics and how they have the power to transform our minds and improve our mental health. You’ll also get a glimpse into Michael’s personal experience with psychedelic trips and how they unlocked a singular kind of joy within him. Plus, you'll hear him try and convince scaredy-cat Maya to give them a try.