Ep. 1: Can We Predict Happiness? w/ Neuroscientist, Dr. Paul Zak

Cody Isabel talks with Dr. Paul Zak about the importance of social connections, oxytocin's role in trust and happiness, and balancing academia with industry. They explore gender differences, emotional states, and the five pillars of happiness, ending with insights on skepticism in science. (0:00) Introduction to the Decision Lab Podcast and Dr. Paul Zak (4:08) Dr. Paul Zak's journey and the importance of social connections (9:08) Balancing academia, industry, and building effective teams (17:19) Oxytocin's role in trust, happiness, and sociability (24:08) Simplifying research and the development of the 6 app (38:45) Exploring the five pillars of happiness (41:15) Gender differences in behavior and measuring emotional states (48:14) Skepticism in science and the meaning of life (52:56) Closing thoughts and invitation to share the app