The Science of Boredom with Boredom Researcher Dr. James Danckert
Why do we get bored? Boredom Researcher Dr. James Danckert says boredom is a search for meaning. Our brains' way of telling us we need to find something new.
We talk why boredom is important, why some people get bored more than others and the most boring thing in the world.
Then, it's Hoop Dreams and Caddyshack vs. Miracle and The Karate Kid as we countdown the Top 5 Sports Movies.
00:00: Introducing Boredom Researcher Dr. James Danckert
01:07: Why We Get Bored
02:11: Why Boredom is Good
03:56: What Happens When We Get Bored
04:49: Why Some People Get Bored Faster
07:59: Boredom and…
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