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This episode features a discussion with Prof. Roy Baumeister on the psychology of alcohol use and addiction.

In this episode, we talk to Prof. Roy Baumeister about the psychology of alcohol use and addiction. We cover topics such as why people drink, the effects of alcohol, the role of emotions such as guilt, and how self-control works. Prof Baumeister is one of the most eminent living psychologists with over 40 books and 700 scientific publications. His book "Willpower: Rediscovering the Greatest Human Strength" (with John Tierney) was a New York Times bestseller. Show notes Should alcohol re...

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Host: James Morris

Guest: Prof. Roy Baumeister

Topics covered

• psychology of alcohol
• addiction
• self-control
• emotions
• effects of alcohol

Keywords

• alcohol use
• addiction
• psychology
• self-control
• emotions
• guilt

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Willpower: Rediscovering the Greatest Human Strength

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