Buildup matters
The first half of each episode makes me roll my eyes. It’s usually filled with info, ideas, or opinions that I’ve heard or thought about a million times and I’m like “this is a waste of time, I’m not hearing anything new.” It just feels superficial, and sometimes even ostensible. But then, around the halfway point, they (the host and guest speaker) use that information to introduce something new and interesting. I’ll say this: there are other shows that can make the first half interesting and have a strong conclusion, challenging my views or making me interested throughout the duration. Hidden Brain doesn’t do that, but it also doesn’t need to. The slow burning buildup helps to establish a foundation for their main point, which is usually a home-run. My only complaint is that it sometimes feels like fluff - like the teacher wants a 10 page essay, and you have a really solid 6 pages but need to add 4 more the meet the criteria. I’ll continue to roll my eyes at those 4 pages while enjoying the other 6.
matchumoo via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/11/24
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Landan Lloyd via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 09/23/15
I’m excited to hear what is upcoming. Subjects that inform, help, understand, but presented in a way that doesn’t take the form so seriously. I say, great job—
mdvmcr via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/27/15
My only complaint is there are not enough episodes and they are too short! Please publish two episodes a week or publish more "shorties":) Shankar is so funny and I just love hearing his voice. Instant smile when I hear his voice every tuesday. Please keep doing what you're doing, but...Read full review »
Jjsalsa via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/20/15
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