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Emily Falk

Professor of communication, psychology, and marketing at the University of Pennsylvania. Vice Dean of the Annenberg School of Communication and director of the Communication Neuroscience Lab.

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309 snips
Jul 15, 2025 • 25min

216. Wired for Words: A Neuroscientist’s Guide to Influence

Emily Falk, a renowned professor at the University of Pennsylvania, dives into the fascinating intersection of neuroscience and communication. She discusses the 'social relevance system' in our brains, explaining how understanding audience psychology is crucial for impactful messaging. Falk elaborates on the power of storytelling and 'neural synchrony' to foster empathy and shared understanding. With practical strategies, she reveals how to motivate teams and influence decisions by tapping into what resonates with others, transforming the art of persuasion into a science.
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72 snips
Apr 17, 2025 • 37min

How to hack your brain to make better decisions

Emily Falk, a neuroscientist and professor at the University of Pennsylvania, dives into how our brains guide decision-making. She explores how different brain regions influence our choices and the balance between short-term versus long-term rewards. Falk discusses the power of self-perception and social influences on our decisions, revealing the role of peer pressure and cultural norms. The conversation includes strategies like temptation bundling to enhance decision-making and align actions with personal values.
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69 snips
Jul 31, 2025 • 1h 5min

WHAT WE VALUE: A Neuroscientist's Guide to Making Better Choices

Emily Falk, a neuroscientist at the University of Pennsylvania, dives into the intricacies of our brain's value calculations. She discusses how understanding these subconscious processes can help bridge the gap between our desired selves and our daily choices. Falk explores the powerful influence social norms have on our behaviors and self-perception, and shares insights on using accountability partners to boost motivation. She emphasizes the importance of mindfulness and values affirmation to align our actions with core beliefs, fostering both personal growth and community empathy.
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26 snips
Jun 18, 2025 • 1h 3min

What We Value: How Your Brain Really Chooses with Emily Falk

In this engaging discussion, neuroscientist Emily Falk, a professor at the University of Pennsylvania and author of 'What We Value', reveals how our brains dictate our choices. She explains the three systems shaping decisions: value, self-relevance, and social-relevance. With personal anecdotes, Emily illustrates how these systems influence interactions, like why her son valued a handwritten certificate over money. The episode also uncovers how social media impacts our reward perceptions and highlights the power of storytelling in driving behavior change.
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15 snips
Apr 10, 2025 • 1h 4min

Dr. Emily Falk on How to Rewire Your Brain for Better Choices | EP 596

Dr. Emily Falk, a leading neuroscientist and expert in behavior change, shares profound insights on how our brains make choices. She discusses the intricate 'value calculator' that often favors short-term rewards and highlights the importance of understanding self-transcendent values like compassion and purpose. Falk also explores the psychological impact of feeling insignificant, or 'anti-mattering,' and how fostering connection and empathy towards our future selves can lead to meaningful behavior changes and a more fulfilling life.

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