Hidden Brain, Shankar Vedantam · Science

Hidden Brain

Why do I feel stuck? How can I become more creative? What can I do to improve my relationships? If you’ve ever asked yourself these questions, you’re not alone. On Hidden Brain, we help you understand your own mind — and the minds of the people around you. (We're routinely rated the #1 science podcast in the United States.) Hosted by veteran science journalist Shankar Vedantam.

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In this episode of Hidden Brain, Shankar Vedantam interviews Alison Gopnik, a psychology and philosophy professor, about her book "The Gardener and the Carpenter," which explores two contrasting approaches to parenting. Gopnik argues against the "carpenter" model, where parents attempt to mold their children into speci...