About this episode

Dr. Paul Zak discusses the biological basis of morality through the lens of oxytocin.

What if our sense of right and wrong isn’t just philosophical, but biological? In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Paul Zak reveals that a single molecule—oxytocin—could hold the key to understanding trust, empathy, and virtue itself. Imagine being able to measure compassion in a blood sample or enhance generosity with a nasal spray. Is morality purely a matter of choice, or are we wired for virtue? Join Zale as he learns how neurobiology may be reshaping our moral landscape. Learn more about Dr. Paul Zak at https://pauljzak.com/ Check out Paul's app - Your Six - at https://your6.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Host: Zale

Guest: Dr. Paul Zak

Topics covered

• morality
• neurobiology
• oxytocin
• trust
• empathy
• virtue

Keywords

• oxytocin
• morality
• neurobiology
• trust
• empathy
• virtue
• compassion

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Snack Labs, Acast

Products: Your Six

Places: https://pauljzak.com/, https://your6.com/

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