Discover More Benoit Kim
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Discover More is a social sciences podcast for independent thinkers who appreciate the importance of nuances with mental health as a throughline. Looking for deep thinking? Topics include exorcism and mental illness, cognitive psychology and psychedelics, criminal psychology and true crime, consumer psychology and well-being, and more. Notable guests include Matthieu Ricard, Fr. Vincent Lampert, Dr. Courtney Tracy (The Truth Doctor), Andrew Bustamante, Zoe Chance, Todd Kashdan, and more. Let’s get this started!
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#155. The Scientific Benefits Of Rituals Explained - Dr. Michael Norton | The Ritual Effect
What are the psychological benefits of having ritual practices?
Rituals are a series of actions performed in a specific order and are often part of a larger symbolic system. The oldest known evidence of rituals is the burial of loved ones, with the oldest example being a Neanderthal woman buried in Israel around 130,000 years ago.
Today’s conversation will reveal why most world-class high performers, from Barack Obama, and Serena Williams, to Tom Brady, have weird and quirky rituals to sustain their peak performances.
Dr. Michael Norton is a Harvard Business School professor, leading behavior scientist, and best-selling author.
Michael’s research focuses on behavioral economics and well-being, with particular attention given to happiness and spending, income inequality, the IKEA effect, and, most recently, rituals.
Expect to learn about why most peak performers have rituals, the ritual effect, the unexpected costs to optimization, how rituals help with uncertainties, the practical applications of rituals, how to improve your life using rituals, and much more.
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#154. How To Heal Using Sound Therapy? - Torkom Ji | Quantum Harmonix
What is sound wave therapy? Can you heal your mind and body using sound waves and frequencies?
Torkom Ji is a master sound healer, founder of Quantum Harmonix, and meditation teacher.
Torkom has been facilitating group sound healing experiences since 2012 and has provided deep meditation and rejuvenation for thousands of people using his unique and powerful modality.
His sounds have been experienced at various therapeutic sound spaces at many festivals including Burning Man and Lightning in a Bottle, to name a couple, in addition to working with veterans, ER staff nurses, and cancer patients.
Expect to learn about the science of sound wave therapy, why white noises are calming, the evolutionary significance of sound, the proven effectiveness of sound therapy, and much more.
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#153. The Art of Living Your Dream - Helen Shephard
What are the hidden costs of chasing your dreams? How do we know when is the right time?
Everyone always talks about the aspirations of living their dreams but nobody talks about the costs of making dreams a reality.
Today’s conversation will explain the art of career pivots and how to be intentional with dream chasing to live a meaningful life.
Helen Shephard is a British TV host, actress, stand-up comedian, and podcaster.
Helen has hosted Channel 5, Vogue, Fashion TV, and other national TV shows in Britain before booking a one-way flight to become a stand-up comedian in Los Angeles after years of successful media career in the UK.
If you have been contemplating a career pivot or any major changes in your life, well, this is the sign you have been asking for.
Expect to learn about loneliness in the entertainment industry, what to do when feeling alone, the art of chasing your dream, the power of mindset work, and much more.
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#152. The Blueprint To Being A Creative Genius - Rich Kirkpatrick | MINDBLOWN
What is the science of creativity? Can you approach the creative process scientifically?
Today’s conversation will explain the neuroscience of creativity and how to approach the creative process scientifically.
Rich Kirkpatrick is a creativity expert, published author, and musician.
Expect to learn about the nature of creativity, the three stages of the creative process, divergent thinking and convergent thinking, what truly is rational thinking, and how to unlock creative genius from within.
You can grab Rich’s latest book, MINDBLOWN: Unlock Your Creative Genius by Bridging Science and Magic, on Amazon and all major bookstores.
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#151. The Secret Life of CIA Spy Explained - Andrew Bustamante | EveryDaySpy
What is the secret life of a CIA spy? How do people get brainwashed? Can everyday folks master CIA techniques?
Andrew Bustamante is a former CIA covert intelligence officer, US Air Force combat veteran, and CEO of EveryDaySpy.
You might recognize Andrew from the biggest podcasts in the world like the Lex Friedman Podcast, Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu, Modern Wisdom with Chris Williamson, and The Shawn Ryan Show, to name a few.
Expect to learn about the secret life of a CIA spy, the unfair advantage of CIA training, how to self-assess like a pro, how people get brainwashed, practical CIA techniques for everyday folks, and much more.
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#150. Is Standup Comedy Offensive? - Leah Lamarr
What is the fine line between being offensive and being funny in today’s standup comedy culture? What makes a joke offensive?
Today’s conversation with an intellectual turned stand-up comedian will tear down what you thought you knew about comedy.
Leah Lamarr is an internationally touring stand-up comedian, writer, podcaster, and TV personality.
Leah opened mic for some of the biggest comedians in the world, such as Bill Burr, Mark Normand, and Nick Kroll, to name a few.
Expect to learn about intent vs impact in comedy, what makes a joke offensive, the current standup comedy culture, the life of a stand-up comedian, why comedy is not therapy, and how to master your emotions.
This is the funniest conversation yet that is also equally thought-provoking.
Also, please note that Leah is an edgy comedian so profanity and laughter are part of the package for this episode!
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Customer Reviews
Benoit Kim Explains Every Aspect of Mental Health in an Enjoyable Format
I was always interested in what makes people tick. Discover More is the podcast that helps me learn more about the thinking and creative processes and how they affect our mental health. Benoit is a great podcaster to listen to and his podcast is a great addition to the World Podcast Network. From language to music to entertainment and every day life, this podcast covers it all!
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