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Smart Shorts

Podcast by JD

English

Technology & science

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About Smart Shorts

Welcome to Smart Shorts, the podcast that answers big questions with bite-sized insights.  I take a look behind the scenes of human thought and behavior to discover why we do what we do, and talk about how we can use this information to become a better version of ourselves.  It's perfect for anyone seeking quick self-discovery on the go. Let's journey together as we explore, grow, and thrive, through one illuminating insight at a time.

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The Joy of Failing

Dive into Smart Shorts Episode 10, "The Joy of Failing," aired May 21, 2025, where host JD transforms the dread of defeat into a celebration of growth and laughter. Through a enlightening word-association game, JD reveals how setbacks—like Edison’s 1,000 light bulb flops or JK Rowling’s twelve rejections—unlock resilience, creativity, and connection. Packed with research and relatable tales, including a friend’s crashed app demo, this episode offers practical tips to embrace failure: treat tries as adventures, laugh at mishaps, and mine lessons from flops. With warmth and wit, JD inspires listeners to take bold risks and find joy in every stumble, making this a must-listen for anyone ready to reframe failure as a friend. Share your failure stories at @smartshortspod!

21 May 2025 - 19 min
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Why Everyone Lies (And How to Spot It)

Dive into the fascinating world of deception as we unravel the truth behind why everyone lies by exploring the nature, nurture, and neuroscience of dishonesty. From ancient Mesopotamia’s harsh penalties for false testimony to modern brain scans revealing how lying rewires our minds, this episode uncovers the surprising reasons we fib—whether it’s a harmless white lie or a self-serving whopper. Did you know kids as young as four can lie convincingly, or that spitting rice was once a lie-detection method in ancient China? Packed with intriguing stats, like how 60% of people lie in a 10-minute conversation, and tips on spotting a liar, this bite-sized episode will leave you questioning what’s truth and what’s not. Tune in for a thought-provoking journey into the paradox of lying—it’s a universal trait that both connects and divides us!

14 May 2025 - 19 min
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