Consumption Choices
How do we decide what to consume?
4.3 (32)
38 mins
Explore the hidden forces behind everyday consumption choices, from brain chemistry and emotional impulses to habits, ethics, and peer influence. Discover how our brain psyche, sensory input, and age play a role in shaping what we buy, eat, and desire.
Ep 1:
What Is Ethical Consumer Decision Making?
Ep 2:
How Does Dopamine Drive Our Consumption Decisions?
Discussions (11)
Wayne
Level 6 · 8 mo agoSapolsky actually found the window closes at 33 not 35!! For pop music it is even earlier at 24 so the podcast is being wayyy too generous with the age
Julie
Level 6 · 8 mo agoGeez I thought I just loved cookies! Knowing my brain is tricked by a scent machine makes me feel better about my lack of self control. Sigh. 🤪
Cyprian
Level 7 · 9 mo agoRetailers weaponize scents to hack our brains. We are just lab rats pressing the dopamine lever for a fake bargain.
