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Science, Tech, Culture & Human Behavior

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Science, Tech, Culture & Human Behavior

In an era of rapid digital acceleration, understanding the link between biological evolution and technological progress is essential for navigating modern society. This plan is ideal for leaders, tech enthusiasts, and lifelong learners who want to master decision-making at the intersection of psychology and innovation.

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12 coursesUpdated 3 days ago
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How This Learning Plan Was Made

This plan was crafted by BeFreed’s proprietary AI to help you learn Science, Tech, Culture & Human Behavior with ease. It is curated from in-depth research on the topic and structured around the most effective learning journeys proven by BeFreed users.

Each episode delivers bite-sized, high-impact lessons distilled from world-class sources — bestselling books, research papers, and expert insights. Together, they form a sophisticated yet accessible path to mastering Science, Tech, Culture & Human Behavior.

What You'll Learn

  • Decode the evolutionary wiring and cognitive biases that drive human behavior.
  • Analyze how digital transformation is reshaping modern culture and social dynamics.
  • Master decision-making by blending psychological insights with data and algorithms.
  • Evaluate the ethical and practical implications of AI and human enhancement.
  • Navigate the complex intersection of biological consciousness and future technology.
  • Develop a holistic framework for understanding progress in a tech-driven world.

Understand the fundamental science behind how humans think, decide, and act, from our evolutionary wiring to modern cognitive biases.

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Behave

In-depth look at human behavior and biology

9 m
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Thinking, fast and slow

Insights into human decision-making and cognitive biases

8 m
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The Human Puzzle: Why Our Ancient Brains Struggle in Modern Life

Discover why your brain's ancient wiring creates blind spots in today's world. Drawing from Nobel laureate Daniel Kahneman, neuroscientist Robert Sapolsky, and digital behavior experts, this episode reveals how status-seeking, tribal morality, and attention scarcity shape our decisions-often without our awareness.

13 m

Explore how technology is reshaping society, culture, and human relationships in ways both visible and hidden.

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You Are Not A Gadget

A thought-provoking critique of digital culture, exploring how technology shapes society and challenging us to reclaim our humanity online.

9 m
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The Second Machine Age

Explores how digital technologies are reshaping work, innovation, and society in the era of artificial intelligence and automation.

9 m
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The Invisible Revolution Reshaping Humanity

Explore how technology, climate change, and globalization are transforming human consciousness, relationships, and society at unprecedented speed. From algorithmic thinking to enhanced biology, discover what it means to stay human in an age of artificial intelligence.

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Master the intersection of data, algorithms, and human psychology to make better choices in an increasingly complex world.

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Algorithms to Live by

Applying computer science principles to everyday life decisions

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Everybody Lies

Uncover hidden truths about human behavior through big data analysis, challenging assumptions and revealing surprising insights about society.

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Algorithms Know You Better Than You Do

Your digital choices aren't yours-they're algorithmic predictions based on behavior patterns you don't even recognize. Time to face how manipulated you really are.

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Navigate the cutting-edge intersections of artificial intelligence, human enhancement, and the evolution of consciousness itself.

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Age of A. I.

Exploring AI's impact on human society and future.

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Enlightenment Now

The case for reason, science, and human progress.

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Psychology Meets Technology: Mind-Blowing Digital Revolution

Explore how AI, social media, and cutting-edge tech are transforming psychology, consciousness, and human behavior. From digital therapy to the future of the mind.

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