Mind, Brain and Planet
Mind, Brain and Planet
Podcast Description
The investigations of neuroscientist and psychologist Prof Paul Howard-Jones as he explores links between mind, brain and planet.
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Topics include the intersection of psychology and sustainability, effective persuasive messaging for climate action, trust in low-carbon heating technology, and the influence of climate change on family planning. For example, episodes investigate how local initiatives can engage the community in climate action and explore personal stories about the impact of environmental concerns on decisions about having children.
The investigations of neuroscientist and psychologist Prof Paul Howard-Jones as he explores how our minds and brains are responding to climate change and environmental issues.
Why invest all that time, energy and emotions – even risk your personal freedom – when the impact of your efforts on the earth’s temperature will be, at best, invisibly small? Paul interviews climate protester Rosie about her motivation to take action – and asks researcher Ans Verkammen (Curtain University, Perth) about the emotions that drive us to speak out and act up for the environment. Paul signs up to protest with Extinction Rebellion.
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