

Is There Free Will? The Unsettling Science Behind Our Everyday Decisions | Dr. Robert Sapolsky
Oct 18, 2023
Dr. Robert Sapolsky, an expert in the science behind our everyday decisions, challenges the concept of free will and argues that our actions are driven by factors beyond our control. He explores the influence of biology, environment, and intent on decision making. The podcast also discusses the impact of factors like fatigue, hunger, and hormones on our choices, and emphasizes compassion towards neurological conditions. It explores the concept of free will's effect on joy and happiness, determinism and personal agency, and the role of external influences on decision making.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
The Illusion of Free Will
05:00 • 11min
Sponsor Ads and Book Announcement
15:46 • 3min
The Influence on Decision Making
18:24 • 17min
Exploring the Concept of Free Will and the Difficulty in Changing Political Positions
34:58 • 4min
Factors influencing decision-making
38:53 • 19min
Foundational nutrition and wearable technology
57:45 • 4min
The Impact of Free Will on Joy and Happiness
01:01:45 • 9min
Determinism and Free Will
01:10:34 • 20min
Admiring Dr. Albert Bandora and Spreading Wisdom
01:30:20 • 5min
Expressing Enjoyment, Book Availability, and Call to Support
01:35:29 • 3min