The Science of Happiness

The Science of Happiness

PRX and Greater Good Science Center

24 episodes

Episodes

Why You Can’t Do It Alone
Jul 30, 2026 · 20m
This episode explores the transformative power of role models, featuring Danny and Gilbert Murillo, who discuss how Danny’s mentorship helped Gilbert…
Happiness Break: Holding Truth With Compassion
Jul 23, 2026 · 10m
Host Shuka Kalantari introduces embodiment science practices to help regulate difficult emotions by focusing on bodily sensations.
Why Revenge Feels So Good—and Why It Hurts Us
Jul 16, 2026 · 23m
Host Dacher Keltner interviews James Kimmel Jr.
Happiness Break: A Meditation to Move Through Anger
Jul 9, 2026 · 7m
This Happiness Break episode features contemplative social scientist Eve Ekman guiding a mindfulness practice to process anger.
How Joy Helps Save the Planet
Jul 2, 2026 · 22m
Host Dacher Keltner interviews scientists Dr.
Happiness Break: Where Did You Come From? A Guided Reflection Practice
Jun 25, 2026 · 9m
Host Dacher Keltner welcomes indigenous artist Lila June Johnston to lead a writing contemplation on one’s place of origin.
How To Find the Wow In Life
Jun 18, 2026 · 23m
Host Dacher Keltner discusses the science of awe with Dorian Davies and Hallie Stanford, creators of the PBS special *Wowzabout*.
Happiness Break: A Compassionate Letter to Yourself
Jun 11, 2026
Host Dacher Keltner introduces psychologist Kristen Neff to explore the science of self-compassion.
Introducing - Intention to Treat: Money and Misdiagnosis
Jun 10, 2026
This episode of The Race Equation examines how race-corrected lung function tests have led to underdiagnosis and reduced disability benefits for Black veterans.
Finding Common Ground in Uncomfortable Times
Jun 4, 2026
Host Dacher Keltner explores bridging social divides through interviews with Jesse Kelly, who shares his journey from an HBCU to Columbia, and…
Finding Common Ground in Uncomfortable Times
Jun 4, 2026
Host Dacher Keltner explores bridging social divides through interviews with Jesse Kelly, who shares his journey from an HBCU to Columbia, and Leah…
Happiness Break: A Walking Meditation With Dan Harris of 10% Happier
May 28, 2026
Host Dacher Keltner introduces a six-minute mindful walking session guided by Dan Harris, author of 10% Happier.
Happiness Break: A Walking Meditation With Dan Harris of 10% Happier
May 28, 2026
Host Dacher Keltner introduces a six-minute mindful walking session with guest Dan Harris.
How To Step Away from Anxiety
May 21, 2026
Host Dacher Keltner interviews graphic novelist Raina Telgemeier about her book *Guts* and her lifelong struggle with emetophobia and anxiety.
How To Step Away from Anxiety
May 21, 2026
Host Dacher Keltner interviews graphic novelist Raina Telgemeier about her book *Guts*, discussing her lifelong struggle with emetophobia and anxiety.
Happiness Break: The Unexpected Joy of Slow Looking
May 14, 2026
Host Dacher Keltner and guest Natalie Ryan from the National Gallery of Art guide listeners through a "slow-looking" practice to enhance well-being.
Happiness Break: The Unexpected Joy of Slow Looking
May 14, 2026
Host Dacher Keltner introduces Natalie Ryan, an educator from the National Gallery of Art, to guide a "slow-looking" practice.
Love Throughout Your Life: Stories from a Stranger
May 12, 2026
Host Hunter Prosper explores how love evolves across different life stages by interviewing three strangers.
Love Throughout Your Life: Stories from a Stranger
May 12, 2026
Host Hunter Prosper explores how love evolves across different life stages by interviewing three strangers.
The Art of Slowing Down
May 7, 2026
This episode explores how "slow looking" at art enhances well-being, featuring Colin M.
Happiness Break: A Meditation to Inspire a Sense of Purpose
Apr 30, 2026
This episode of Happiness Break explores how contemplating "moral beauty" in others can enhance our sense of purpose.
An Awe Walk Through History and Possibility
Apr 23, 2026
Host Dacher Keltner interviews psychologist Bob McKinnon about using awe to foster social mobility.
Happiness Break: A Loving-Kindness Practice for Yourself
Apr 16, 2026
Host Dacher Keltner welcomes psychologist Kristen Neff to guide a self-focused loving kindness meditation.
How Cities Can Make Space for Awe
Apr 9, 2026
Host Dacher Keltner explores how public spaces enhance well-being in this "Cities of Awe" series premiere.
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