Supreme Court Confirmation Hearing, Why We Love Novelty

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President Donald Trump walks with Judge Amy Coney Barrett
President Donald Trump walks with Judge Amy Coney Barrett to a news conference to announce Barrett as his nominee to the Supreme Court, in the Rose Garden at the White House, Saturday, Sept. 26, 2020, in Washington. Alex Brandon/AP Photo

Confirmation hearings for Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett get started today. We talk about what to expect and how her confirmation could impact the court. We also find out how our brains are wired to crave fresh experiences and find out what new things you’ve been trying.

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Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Dean Knetter Producer
  • J. Carlisle Larsen Producer
  • Natalie Guyette Producer
  • Ali Masood Guest
  • Nisha Chittal Guest

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