THE HAPPY SCIENCE PODCAST

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THE HAPPY SCIENCE PODCAST

by Center for Wellbeing, Welfare and Happiness at the Stockholm School of Economics

Discover the science of happiness, one episode – one study! In this podcast, host Professor Micael Dahlen explores groundbreaking research with leading experts, uncovering the science behind what truly makes us happy. Whether it's relationships, work, politics, or daily habits, The Happy Science Podcast brings insights from the field in a fun, engaging and accessible way. Tune in for thought-provoking discussions and practical takeaways on how to live a happier, more fulfilling life—backed by science!

18 episodes

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1

Does the U.S. Election Affect Happiness in Europe? with Assistant Professor Jareef Martuza

15:04 Apr 6, 2026

2

S2:5 From Parents to Partners: How Divorces, DNA and Daily Connections Shape Our Wellbeing

17:37 Jul 1, 2025

3

S2:4 Climbing the Wrong Ladder? What Happiness Rankings Might Be Missing

17:34 Jul 1, 2025

4

S2:3 The Urban Happiness Gap: Are City Dwellers Destined to Be Less Happy?

19:02 Jul 1, 2025

5

S2:2 Born to Worry? How Genes and Life Events Shape Our Wellbeing

15:53 Jul 1, 2025

6

S2:1 Can Winning The Lottery Buy Lasting Happiness?

18:48 Jul 1, 2025

7

11. Happiness or Good Looks: Which Comes First? - with Professor Delin Sun

14:58 Dec 2, 2024

8

10. Cheating and Happiness: What’s the Real Connection? - with Professor Olga Stavrova

14:17 Nov 25, 2024

9

9. How Much Does the Government Really Impact Your Happiness? (Spoiler alert: The answer is pretty surprising…) - with Professor Peter Esaiasson

15:11 Nov 18, 2024

10

8. Does Having Almost Nothing Make You More or Less Happy? - with Professor Eric Galbraith

15:29 Nov 11, 2024

11

7. Does Air Quality Affect Your Happiness? - with Professor Paul Dolan

16:17 Nov 4, 2024

12

6. Does Your Partner's Happiness (or Unhappiness) Rub Off on You? - with Professor Olga Stavrova

13:32 Oct 28, 2024

13

5. Fine Art or Not-So-Fine Art: Which Brings Happiness? - with Professor Kathleen Vohs

15:25 Oct 21, 2024

14

4. Is opposite or Same Sex Siblings Better for Parents’ Happiness? - with Professor Paul Dolan

15:05 Oct 14, 2024

15

3. Focus or Variety, Which Increases Daily Happiness the Most? - with Professor Jordan Etkin

13:25 Oct 7, 2024

16

2. Do Price Tags Impact Your Happiness, Even When You Don’t Want the Stuff? - with Professor Helge Thorbjørnsen

13:54 Oct 7, 2024

17

1. Does the World Happiness Ranking Impact the Actual Happiness in a Country? (Spoiler Alert: It Does…) - with Professor Kristina Heinonen

14:44 Oct 7, 2024

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0:52 Sep 30, 2024

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