We talk to the author of a book that looks at where we get dopamine from and whether we’re balancing it properly. Then, this week’s edition of Food Friday focuses on simple dessert recipes.
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Book explores our collective addiction to dopamine
Humans evolved to survive scarcity. So what happens when we live in a world of abundance? A psychiatrist argues that the contemporary world’s excesses don’t interact well with the human proclivity for dopamine and make us all more vulnerable to addiction.
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Food Friday: Simple desserts
A food writer and chef joins us to talk about her new cookbook featuring a wide array of desserts. From easy stovetop recipes to working with meringue, she talks with us about her tips and tricks for baking desserts.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Trina La Susa Technical Director
- Colleen Leahy Producer
- Emilie Burditt Producer
- Anna Lembke Guest
- Claire Saffitz Guest
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