The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos
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<p dir="ltr">The Happiness Lab is serving up scientifically-backed takes this summer that are so hot, even your SPF 50 won’t protect you.</p> <p dir="ltr">With the help of behavioral scientists, historians, and cultural critics, Yale psychologist Dr. Laurie Santos challenges some of our biggest assumptions about what it takes to live a good life. Dr. Laurie explores topics like why we should forget about TMI and lean into oversharing, how dumping small talk makes for better conversations, why the kids these days are actually doing just fine, and how men can establish strong bromances. Each episode unpacks a bold, counterintuitive claim — using research, data, and expert insight to question the conventional wisdom around happiness and wellbeing.</p>
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Recent Episodes
July 13, 2026
Forget Small Talk: Go Deep Instead
Dr. Laurie Santos interviews author Claire Eastham and psychologist Nicholas Epley about replacing small talk with deeper conversations for genuine connection.
July 6, 2026
What We Still Get Wrong About Happiness (Live at Dartmouth)
Dr. Laurie Santos and happiness historian Darrin McMahon discuss modern happiness misconceptions and counterintuitive wellbeing strategies in this interview.
June 29, 2026
Why the “Pursuit of Happiness” Is a Bad Idea
Dr. Laurie Santos interviews historian Darrin McMahon and psychologist Iris Mauss about how the pursuit of happiness can backfire, offering insights into a more fulfilling life.
281 total episodes available with 127 transcripts
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Daniel Pink
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Liz Fosslien
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Alexis Redding
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Adam Mastroianni
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Leslie John
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Jessamyn Stanley
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- What is The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos?
<p dir="ltr">The Happiness Lab is serving up scientifically-backed takes this summer that are so hot, even your SPF 50 won’t protect you.</p> <p dir="ltr">With the help of behavioral scientists, historians, and cultural critics, Yale psychologist Dr. Laurie Santos challenges some of our biggest assumptions about what it takes to live a good life. Dr. Laurie explores topics like why we should forget about TMI and lean into oversharing, how dumping small talk makes for better conversations, why the kids these days are actually doing just fine, and how men can establish strong bromances. Each episode unpacks a bold, counterintuitive claim — using research, data, and expert insight to question the conventional wisdom around happiness and wellbeing.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
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