The Rewired Soul

Episode Notes The opioid epidemic has been raging on for years, and we've lost hundreds of thousands of lives to overdoses. Naloxone aka Narcan is a life-saving opioid overdose reversal drug, but is it actually helping or is it doing more harm than good? In this episode, we chat with Jennifer Doleac about her research into the effects Narcan has had on the opioid epidemic Follow Jennifer on Twitter @jenniferdoleac Visit JenniferDoleac.com Check out her research here Listen to the Probable Causation podcast Become a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com and get early access to episodes! Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter and Instagram Subscribe to The Rewired Soul Substack Support The Rewired Soul: Get books by Chris Try BetterHelp Online Therapy (affiliate)

Episode Notes In this episode, Chris discusses why he's taking a break from the podcast but isn't taking a break from creating. Follow on social media for updates @TheRewiredSoul Follow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter and Instagram Subscribe to The Rewired Soul Substack Support The Rewired Soul: Get books by Chris Try BetterHelp Online Therapy (affiliate)

Episode Notes In early 2021, stock traders on Reddit decided to rally together to take down Wall Street. Some made millions while also costing the 1% billions of dollars. There was a lot of news coming out around this time, but who actually won and who lost? In this episode, we talk with Wall Street Journalist Spencer Jakab who wrote a phenomenal book about what actually happened before, during and after the meme stock craze. Follow Spencer on Twitter @Spencerjakab Get a copy of The Revolution that Wasn't Become a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com and get early access to episodes! Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter and Instagram Subscribe to The Rewired Soul Substack Support The Rewired Soul: Get books by Chris Try BetterHelp Online Therapy (affiliate)

Episode Notes Teal Swan had a new documentary about her on Hulu called The Deep End. Teal Swan is a spiritual guru who uses new age ideas to help people with trauma and other mental health issues. While there are many questions about how Teal Swan helps people with their mental health as well as her net worth from her events and retreats, it's difficult to know if she's providing a positive service for people. The documentary had quite a bit of controversy when Teal Swan made response videos. So today, we chat with the creators of the Teal Swan documentary to see what it was like filming this series. All 4 episodes of The Deep End are now available on Hulu Become a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com and get early access to episodes! Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter and Instagram Subscribe to The Rewired Soul Substack Support The Rewired Soul: Get books by Chris Try BetterHelp Online Therapy (affiliate)

Episode Notes So many of our decisions are run by conventional wisdom and advice from others, but what if most of it is wrong? Conventional wisdom tells us how to find the best relationships, how to raise our kids, and how to become successful, but most of it may be completely bogus. Today's guest is Seth Stephens-Davidowitz to discuss his brand new book that sheds a light on what really works when it comes to some of our most important decisions. Follow Seth on Twitter @SethS_D Get a copy of Don't Trust Your Gut Get a copy of Everybody Lies Become a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com and get early access to episodes! Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter and Instagram Subscribe to The Rewired Soul Substack Support The Rewired Soul: Get books by Chris Try BetterHelp Online Therapy (affiliate)

Episode Notes Originally, right-wing conservatives were known for being stuck up prudes who couldn't have fun. Now, we're seeing a shift where people on the left have been cracking down on what is or isn't okay to say and do with comedy, food, clothing, and more. Today's guest is Noah Rothman who draws the parallels between modern-day progressives and the puritans of the past. Follow Noah on Twitter @NoahCRothman Get a copy of The Rise of the New Puritans Check out Commentary.org Become a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com and get early access to episodes! Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter and Instagram Subscribe to The Rewired Soul Substack Support The Rewired Soul: Get books by Chris Try BetterHelp Online Therapy (affiliate)

Episode Notes The overturning of Roe v Wade has been devastating news and will affect millions of women around the country as well as future generations. Lara Bazelon returns to the podcast to discuss her new book Ambitious Like a Mother and how this news will affect women. Along with stripping women of bodily autonomy, we're going to see devastating downstream effects. We discuss this as well as how to be an ambitious parent without feeling guilty and without ruining your kids for life. Follow Lara on Twitter @larabazelon Get a copy of Ambitious Like a Mother Read Jill's Substack piece Why It Matters Become a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com and get early access to episodes! Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter and Instagram Subscribe to The Rewired Soul Substack Support The Rewired Soul: Get books by Chris Try BetterHelp Online Therapy (affiliate)

Episode Notes The process for applying and getting hired for a job hasn't changed in years. Even the interview process is a choreographed song and dance where nobody really benefits. Today's guests are Tyler Cowen and Daniel Gross to discuss their brand new book Talent. We discuss why many people miss talent when it's staring them right in the face, why it's beneficial to hire a diverse range of people, and much more. Follow Daniel on Twitter @danielgross Follow Tyler on Twitter https://twitter.com/tylercowen Get a copy of Talent Become a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com and get early access to episodes! Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter and Instagram Subscribe to The Rewired Soul Substack Support The Rewired Soul: Get books by Chris Try BetterHelp Online Therapy (affiliate)

Episode Notes There's a scientist who was involved in the origins of quantum theory, the atomic bomb, game theory, modern computing, and much more. But most of us haven't heard of him. In his new book, Ananyo Bhattacharya tells the story of the genius scientist John von Neumann and how he was crucial to so many aspects of science. Follow Ananyo on Twitter @Ananyo Get a copy of The Man From the Future Become a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com and get early access to episodes! Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter and Instagram Subscribe to The Rewired Soul Substack Support The Rewired Soul: Get books by Chris Try BetterHelp Online Therapy (affiliate)

Episode Notes Everyday, we're having conversations, and we're trying to change minds whether we realize it or not. Sometimes, it's something simple like persuading someone to try a food they don't like. Then, there are more difficult situations like getting someone to stop believing in conspiracy theories or misinformation. But how do minds change? Today's guest is bestselling author David McRaney to discuss his brand new book, which is all about the science behind how minds change. Follow David on Twitter @davidmcraney Get a copy of How Minds ChangeEvery day Check out the You Are Not So Smart Podcast Become a paid Substack subscriber at TheRewiredSoul.Substack.com and get early access to episodes! Get your free books by Chris here: https://bit.ly/3vkRsb6 Follow @TheRewiredSoul on Twitter and Instagram Subscribe to The Rewired Soul Substack Support The Rewired Soul: Get books by Chris Try BetterHelp Online Therapy (affiliate)