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Do our brains really tell the whole story about us?

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Do you really know?
Published
May 12, 2026
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285
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Summary

You know how sometimes you might indulge in a bit too much junk food, or maybe the kids aren’t acing their tests, or perhaps you’re navigating the single life? Hold up—before you start to worry, there’s a seemingly scientific explanation for all of it, and it points to one place: our brains. Neuroscience has become the go-to for decoding life’s issues, spanning medicine, economics, politics, and education. But hold your horses—some experts are raising the red flag on “neuromania,” the tendency to oversimplify our behaviors down to just brain activity. In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠Could gamophobia be hurting your relationship?⁠ ⁠How do I know when to end a friendship?⁠ ⁠How often should I wash my hair?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First Broadcast: 13/6/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices