May 1, 2026
Most of us have a bad hair day or we're not happy if we have a little pimple on our face. But that's quite different from the experience of people with body dysmorphic disorder. (BDD)
More than simple insecurity about one’s appearance, BDD is a disorder in which a person’s perception of their appearance becomes...
Apr 3, 2026
Why do we sometimes drink too much, even when we know the risks? In
this episode, surgeon, author, and recovering alcoholic Dr. Charles
Knowles joins us to explore the neuroscience of alcohol use and
addiction. Drawing from his book "Why We Drink Too Much" and his own lived
experience, Dr. Knowles describes how alcohol...
Mar 6, 2026
Cults and high-control groups influence beliefs and fundamentally reshape identity, decision-making, and autonomy.
In this episode, Dr. Phil Stieg sits down with sociologist and cult expert Dr. Janja Lalich, Professor and author of Take Back Your Life, to explore the psychology behind cults. Drawing from decades of...
Jan 23, 2026
Artificial intelligence is reshaping how we think, live, and make choices, but are our brains ready for it? Award-winning tech journalist Jacob Ward joins Dr. Phil Stieg to discuss how AI exploits our ancient decision-making systems, why we’re so easily manipulated, and what it means for our future.
Drawing from...
Jan 9, 2026