How we do our best studying, Celebrating nerd culture

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There are a lot of ways to study for a big exam, and neuroscience can help us figure out which ones are most effective. We get tips from a psychology expert about the best ways to study. We also talk with a pop culture writer about her love of nerd and fandom culture.

Featured in this Show

  • How psychology can help us study more effectively

    Highlighting, flashcards, and testing ourselves are just a few of the study methods students use in the lead up to a big exam. But what actually helps us learn? A psychology expert talks with us about the answers he found in his book Study Like a Champ: The Psychology-based Guide to Grade A Study Habits.

  • A New York Times critic shares her love of nerd culture

    We talk to The New York Times’ critic at large about her love of all things nerd culture, and why she thinks nerdom deserves cultural analysis like theater and pieces of art.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Dean Knetter Producer
  • Rachael Vasquez Producer
  • Regan Gurung Guest
  • Maya Phillips Guest

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