Kate Murphy
Journalist and author of the book Click (Why We Click), who researches and explains interpersonal synchrony and the science of human connection.
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Jan 27, 2026 • 54min
The Click Effect — Inside the Science and Magic of Social Chemistry
Kate Murphy, journalist and author of Click, studies interpersonal synchrony and why people 'click.' She explains physiological and neural mirroring, how eye contact and rhythm build connection, and why video calls hamper real syncing. Conversations cover group cohesion, timing differences like in autism, and practical ways to become more 'clickable' through presence and body awareness.
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Jan 22, 2026 • 49min
The Superpower You Didn’t Know You Had
Kate Murphy, a journalist and author specializing in social neuroscience, dives into the fascinating concept of interpersonal synchrony. She reveals how our subconscious mimics others' movements and emotions, forming instant connections. Tune in to discover why rapid attraction happens in speed-dating scenarios, how synchronicity can lead to crowd panic, and the effects of technology on our social interactions. Murphy also shares insights on rebuilding healthy connections in a digital world, emphasizing the magic of in-person encounters.
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Jan 27, 2026 • 32min
Why We Click: The Surprising Science of Human Connection
Justin Blaney, a business professor and entrepreneur who studies how relationships shape outcomes, and Kate Murphy, a journalist who explores why people fall into sync, discuss interpersonal synchrony, biological mirroring, attraction and trust, the risks of negative social contagion, and how to deliberately model and join relationships that change your life.
