Selects: How Stuttering Works

This podcast episode explores the concept of stuttering, emphasizing that it is a normal interruption in communication rather than a disorder or a sign of unintelligence. It discusses the prevalence and characteristics of stuttering and highlights the lack of understanding surrounding it. The episode also shares the remarkable story of Paul Stamets, who overcame his severe stutter after consuming psychedelic mushrooms. The role of dopamine in stuttering and ongoing research into its etiology are explored. The conversation also delves into the curious origins of Moses' stutter and discusses modern therapies for stuttering. The importance of supporting children with stuttering and not judging communication abilities based on stuttering is emphasized. The episode concludes by mentioning famous stutterers and highlighting the importance of accepting and embracing stuttering as a personal characteristic.