THE HAPPY SCIENCE PODCAST
Center for Wellbeing, Welfare and Happiness at the Stockholm School of Economics
Discover the science of happiness, one episode – one study! In this podcast, host Professor Micael Dahlen explores groundbreaking research with leading experts, uncovering the science behind what truly makes us happy. Whether it's relationships, work, politics, or daily habits, The Happy Science Podcast brings insights from the field in a fun, engaging and accessible way. Tune in for thought-provoking discussions and practical takeaways on how to live a happier, more fulfilling life—backed by sc...
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Why Your Future Looks Bright (But Your Enemy’s Doesn’t) - with Professor Hallgei...
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Is It Easier to Be Happy in Anotther Language? How Language Shapes Happiness Rat...
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What Happens to Your Happiness When You Take Money from a Charity? - with Assist...
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Does the U.S. Election Affect Happiness in Europe? with Assistant Professor Jare...
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S2:5 From Parents to Partners: How Divorces, DNA and Daily Connections Shape Our...
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S2:4 Climbing the Wrong Ladder? What Happiness Rankings Might Be Missing
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S2:3 The Urban Happiness Gap: Are City Dwellers Destined to Be Less Happy?
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S2:2 Born to Worry? How Genes and Life Events Shape Our Wellbeing
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S2:1 Can Winning The Lottery Buy Lasting Happiness?
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11. Happiness or Good Looks: Which Comes First? - with Professor Delin Sun
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10. Cheating and Happiness: What’s the Real Connection? - with Professor Olga St...
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9. How Much Does the Government Really Impact Your Happiness? (Spoiler alert: Th...
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8. Does Having Almost Nothing Make You More or Less Happy? - with Professor Eric...
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7. Does Air Quality Affect Your Happiness? - with Professor Paul Dolan
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6. Does Your Partner's Happiness (or Unhappiness) Rub Off on You? - with Profess...
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5. Fine Art or Not-So-Fine Art: Which Brings Happiness? - with Professor Kathlee...
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4. Is opposite or Same Sex Siblings Better for Parents’ Happiness? - with Profes...
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3. Focus or Variety, Which Increases Daily Happiness the Most? - with Professor...
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2. Do Price Tags Impact Your Happiness, Even When You Don’t Want the Stuff? - wi...
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1. Does the World Happiness Ranking Impact the Actual Happiness in a Country? (S...
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