{"podcast":{"title":"Learning Bayesian Statistics","slug":"learning-bayesian-statistics","podcast_index_feed_id":1331380,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/learnbayesstats/","website_url":"https://www.learnbayesstats.com","image_url":"https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/79e0a4fb-97ab-4e95-a875-24a8b9ee27da/2331893-1568966097324-58deab5a83dc6.jpg","author":"Alexandre Andorra","episode_count":199,"summary":"Are you a researcher or data scientist / analyst / ninja? Do you want to learn Bayesian inference, stay up to date or simply want to understand what Bayesian inference is? Then this podcast is for you! You'll hear from researchers and practitioners of all fields about how they use Bayesian statistics, and how in turn YOU can apply these methods in your modeling workflow. When I started learning Bayesian methods, I really wished there were a podcast out there that could introduce me to the methods, the projects and the people who make all that possible. So I created \"Learning Bayesian Statistics\", where you'll get to hear how Bayesian statistics are used to detect black matter in outer space, forecast elections or understand how diseases spread and can ultimately be stopped. But this show is not only about successes -- it's also about failures, because that's how we learn best. So you'll often hear the guests talking about what *didn't* work in their projects, why, and how they overcame these challenges. Because, in the end, we're all lifelong learners! My name is Alex Andorra by the way. By day, I'm a Senior data scientist. By night, I don't (yet) fight crime, but I'm an open-sour…","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/learning-bayesian-statistics"},"episode":{"title":"#153 The Neuroscience of Philanthropy, with Cherian Koshy","slug":"153-the-neuroscience-of-philanthropy-with-cherian-koshy","published_at":"2026-03-11T17:29:30+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/learning-bayesian-statistics/153-the-neuroscience-of-philanthropy-with-cherian-koshy","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/learning-bayesian-statistics","url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/f4d11dd602b12f4a9b9b48e78a800da40a221eedccd755071cec9a624e742107/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJhMTAxOGEzNy1lM2M2LTQwNzUtODAzZC1lY2Y2ZTc2MjU3ZWYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3OWUwYTRmYi05N2FiLTRlOTUtYTg3NS0yNGE4YjllZTI3ZGEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2NDQ4M2JiZWM3ZjQ1MTFhYThjMzE1Y2QiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjliMWE2N2IyOGRmMWE4NGYwM2JlMDM5L2FsZXhhbmRyZS1hbmRvcnJhcy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTExX18xOC0yOS0zMC5tcDMifQ==.mp3","audio_url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/f4d11dd602b12f4a9b9b48e78a800da40a221eedccd755071cec9a624e742107/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJhMTAxOGEzNy1lM2M2LTQwNzUtODAzZC1lY2Y2ZTc2MjU3ZWYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3OWUwYTRmYi05N2FiLTRlOTUtYTg3NS0yNGE4YjllZTI3ZGEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2NDQ4M2JiZWM3ZjQ1MTFhYThjMzE1Y2QiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjliMWE2N2IyOGRmMWE4NGYwM2JlMDM5L2FsZXhhbmRyZS1hbmRvcnJhcy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTExX18xOC0yOS0zMC5tcDMifQ==.mp3","summary":"• Support & get perks ! • Bayesian Modeling course (first 2 lessons free) Our theme music is « Good Bayesian », by Baba Brinkman (feat MC Lars and Mega Ran). Check out his awesome work ! Takeaways : Q: Is generosity a natural human trait? A: Yes, generosity is hardwired in our brains and is essential for social interaction. Q: Why do people say they care about causes but not act on it? A: There is often a disconnect between stated care for causes and actual action. Understanding the conditions under which generosity aligns with a person's identity is crucial for bridging this gap. Q: How should fundraising efforts be approached? A: Fundraising should primarily focus on belief updating rather than mere persuasion. Q: What are the benefits of being generous? A: Generosity has significant mental and physical health benefits, as the brain's reward systems activate when we give, making us feel good. Q: How do our beliefs relate to our actions? A: Our beliefs about ourselves strongly influence our actions and decisions, including our decision to be generous. Q: Can generosity impact a community? A: Yes, generosity can be a powerful tool for improving community dynamics. Q: How can technology like AI assist institutions with donors? A: AI could help institutions remember donors better, improving the donor-institution relationship. Chapters: 00:00 What's the role of Behavioral Science inPhilanthropy 19:57 What is The Neuroscience of Generosity? 24:40 How can we best understand Donor Decision-Making? 32:14 How can we achieve reframe Beliefs and Actions? 35:39 What is the role of Identity in Habit Formation? 38:06 What is the Generosity Gap in Philanthropy? 45:06 How can we reduce Friction in Donation Processes? 48:27 What is the role of AI and Trust in Nonprofits? 52:11 How…","meta_description":"• Support & get perks ! • Bayesian Modeling course (first 2 lessons free) Our theme music is « Good Bayesian », by Baba Brinkman (feat MC Lars and Meg…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":4152,"processing_state":"failed","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/learning-bayesian-statistics/episodes/153-the-neuroscience-of-philanthropy-with-cherian-koshy/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/learning-bayesian-statistics/153-the-neuroscience-of-philanthropy-with-cherian-koshy.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}