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Howard Kushner
Retired professor of public health, neuroscience, and behavioral biology (Emory University) and author who discusses historical stigma, clinical observations, and cultural effects of left-handedness.
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Jan 19, 2026
• 55min
What makes left-handers special?
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Join Thomas Richardson, a PhD student studying human behavior, as he unveils the evolutionary puzzles surrounding left-handedness and the surprising advantages it offers in combat. Howard Kushner, a retired public health professor, shares stories of historical stigma and the psychological impacts of forced handedness. Cognitive psychologist Michael Corballis challenges myths about left-handed creativity, while Dr. Srikamakshi Kodandaraman reveals her journey as a left-handed surgeon navigating a right-hand-centric world. Their insights shed light on the complexities and cultural perceptions of left-handed individuals.
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