Podcasts that mention 📚 The Language Instinct by Steven Pinker
The Language Instinct
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Podcasts that mention The Language Instinct by Steven Pinker
Huberman Lab episodes that mention The Language Instinct by Steven Pinker
Episode: Dr. Maya Shankar: How to Shape Your Identity & Goals
Published on July 24, 2023
So I started looking at their bookshelf and came across a pop science book called 'The Language Instinct' by Stephen Pinker. That was a turning point for me.
Dr. Maya Shankar recalls how discovering 'The Language Instinct' by Stephen Pinker on her parents' bookshelf ignited her passion for cognitive science. This influential book inspired her to pursue a Ph.D. in the field, particularly after a wrist injury shifted her career away from her original path as a professional violinist. It was a pivotal moment that guided her academic journey.
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