Richard Wiseman's On Your Mind

32: Robin Ince & Curiosity

In this special episode, Richard and Marnie are joined by comedian and author Robin Ince, as they explore the psychology of curiosity. They reveal why staying curious is good for your health, how it can be used to drive learning and Richard sets Marnie a surprising curiosity test. 
 
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CREDITS 
Presented by Professor Richard Wiseman and Marnie Chesterton 
Produced by Kate White 
Executive Producers for Podimo: Jake Chudnow and Matt White 
Executive Producers for TellTale: Rami Tzabar &amp; Jago Lee 
Music: For My Friend / Daniel Fridell &amp; Sven Lindvall / courtesy of <a href="http://www.epidemicsound.com">www.epidemicsound.com</a> 
Mixed by Knights Audio 
Additional research by Helen Keen 
 
The presenters and producer are not responsible for any adverse effects resulting from the use of the information presented in this podcast and this information is not intended to be a substitute for consulting with a healthcare professional.

Why are some people so happy? How can you tell when politicians are lying? Is it logical to carry a lucky charm? Why do long lists of questions hold our attention?

Welcome to Richard Wiseman’s On Your Mind, the podcast that aims to answer a thousand questions about the human mind. A magician, academic and author, Richard holds the UK’s only professorship in the public understanding of psychology. Together with science journalist Marnie Chesterton, they take on all manner of questions from the public, celebrities and each other, on everything from ghosts to laughter, dreaming to luck, sleep to memory. This fact-filled, irreverent, interactive podcast is the ultimate guide to the human psyche and provides listeners with an invaluable toolkit for successful living.

Don't want to miss an episode? Follow the show (it's published weekly). Got a question for Richard? We’d love to hear from you - send a text or voice message to @wisemanpod

https://twitter.com/wisemanpod

CREDITS
Presented by Professor Richard Wiseman and Marnie Chesterton
Produced by Kate White
Executive Producers for Podimo: Jake Chudnow and Matt White
Executive Producers for TellTale: Rami Tzabar &amp; Jago Lee
Music: For My Friend / Daniel Fridell &amp; Sven Lindvall / courtesy of http://www.epidemicsound.com