Robert Sapolsky
American neuroendocrinology researcher (b. 1957)
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Videos Mentioning Robert Sapolsky

#51 – Robert Sapolsky, Ph.D.: The pervasive effect of stress – is it killing you?
Peter Attia MD
Professor of biological sciences at Stanford University, author, and guest on the podcast, renowned for his work on stress and behavior.

Dr. Andrew Huberman — A Neurobiologist on Sleep, Performance, and Anxiety | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
Collaborated with David Spiegel on cortisol research, showing its link to depression.

How to Enhance Your Gut Microbiome for Brain & Overall Health
Andrew Huberman
A world-expert colleague of Andrew Huberman at Stanford, expert on hormones and behavior, who argues against free will based on biological events influencing decisions below conscious detection.

A Good Life: A Conversation with Scott Barry Kaufman (Episode #209)
Sam Harris
Mentioned as an author of a conversation included in Sam Harris's new book.

Tools for Managing Stress & Anxiety
Andrew Huberman
Stanford colleague acknowledged for his extensive work and discussions on social connection and stress, particularly regarding primates.

Joe Rogan: Fear, Love, Chaos, and the Joe Rogan Experience | Lex Fridman Podcast #127
Lex Fridman
A biologist Rogan admires and has attempted to get on his podcast multiple times, discussing his work on behavior and biology.

Male vs. Female Brain Differences & How They Arise From Genes & Hormones | Dr. Nirao Shah
Andrew Huberman
Author and expert on testosterone, noted for his theory that increased testosterone pharmacologically makes individuals 'more themselves,' amplifying existing traits like aggression or altruism, and increasing willingness to lean into effort.

Restore Youthfulness & Vitality to the Aging Brain & Body | Dr. Tony Wyss-Coray
Andrew Huberman
Mentioned for a study on rodents comparing voluntary versus forced running.

LIVE EVENT Q&A: Dr. Andrew Huberman Question & Answer in Melbourne, AU
Andrew Huberman
A colleague of David Spiegel at Stanford, known for his work on stress and biology, particularly with baboons.

Michael Mauboussin — How Great Investors Make Decisions | The Tim Ferriss Podcast
Tim Ferriss
A neurobiologist and primatologist at Stanford University, author of 'Behave' and 'Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers', known for his research on stress and human nature.

Tools to Reduce & Manage Pain | Dr. Sean Mackey
Andrew Huberman
Stanford professor renowned for his work on chronic stress and its detrimental effects on the body and brain.

Dr. Andrew Huberman — The Foundations of Physical and Mental Performance
Tim Ferriss
Neurobiologist and professor at Stanford whose work with David Spiegel identified the negative health impacts of late-shifted cortisol, including depression and immune system disruption.