EP 172 Warhead - How the Brain Shapes War and War Shapes the Brain with Dr Nicholas Wright Neuroscientist and Advisor to the Pentagon Joint Staff and the UK Cabinet Office
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In this episode, neuroscientist Dr. Nicholas Wright discusses the interplay between the brain and warfare.
Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Podcast Summary In this episode of The Security Circle Podcast, we are joined by Nicholas Wright, neuroscientist, former Pentagon advisor, and author of Warhead: How the Brain Shapes War and War Shapes the Brain. Nicholas brings a rare perspective that connects neuroscience, human behaviour, and global conflict—exploring how the most powerful weapon in any war is not technology, but the human brain. From decision-making under pressure to the role of fear, reward, and perce...
People in this episode
Host: Yolanda Hamblen
Guest: Dr Nicholas Wright
Topics covered
- neuroscience
- human behavior
- global conflict
- decision-making
- war
- psychology
Keywords
- neuroscience
- war
- human behavior
- decision-making
- fear
- reward
- conflict
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Pentagon, UK Cabinet Office
Books & works: Warhead: How the Brain Shapes War and War Shapes the Brain
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