Shankar Vedantam is a highly respected journalist, podcast host and keynote speaker, celebrated for his ability to illuminate the hidden psychological processes that influence our daily lives. As the founder and host of the ‘Hidden Brain’ podcast, he has captivated a global audience by blending rigorous scientific research with compelling storytelling, and has earned widespread acclaim, establishing him as a leading voice in the field of behavioural science.
Shankar’s journey began with a solid educational foundation, with a master's degree in journalism from Stanford University. His career took off at The Washington Post, where he served for a decade, honing his expertise in social sciences. His transition to NPR marked a pivotal moment, where he further explored human behaviour, ultimately leading to the creation of ‘Hidden Brain’, which has become a cornerstone in public understanding of psychology.
Throughout his career, Shankar has garnered numerous accolades that underscore his impact on both journalism and public discourse. He has received awards from prestigious bodies like Society of Professional Journalists, the Asian American Journalists Association. His book, ‘The Hidden Brain’, along with his follow-up work, ‘Useful Delusions’, has further cemented his reputation as an insightful commentator on the unconscious forces shaping human behaviour.
Audiences and event organisers should consider Shankar Vedantam not only for his expertise but also for his engaging and insightful presentations. His keynote topics range from the science of bias and the psychological keys to success to the challenges of change and effective communication. His ability to distil complex scientific concepts into actionable insights makes his talks highly relevant across various industries and settings.
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Books
The Hidden Brain: How Our Unconscious Minds Elect Presidents, Control Markets, Wage Wars, and Save Our Lives
Useful Delusions: The Power and Paradox of the Self-Deceiving Brain
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Shankhar Vedantam's official speaker topics are listed below:
- The Science of Bias
- The Psychological Keys to Success
- Stress, Burnout, and Scarcity
- The Challenge of Change
- Communicate!
- The Science of Risk and Managing Uncertainty
- The Paradox of Altruism
- How to Persuade Other People
- The Science of Building a Learning Organisation
- Managing Diversity
- 2023/2024 - Continued global success of the Hidden Brain podcast, reaching millions of listeners.
- 2021 - Released Useful Delusions: The Power and Paradox of the Self-Deceiving Brain.
- 2019 - Established Hidden Brain Media to expand his work in understanding human behaviour.
- 2015 - Launched the Hidden Brain podcast, which quickly became a leading podcast on human psychology.
- 2010 - Published The Hidden Brain, a groundbreaking book on unconscious biases.
- 2009/2010 - Awarded the Nieman Fellowship at Harvard University for excellence in journalism.
- 2005 - Published The Ghosts of Kashmir, showcasing his versatility as a fiction writer.
- 2002-2003 - Awarded the Rosalynn Carter Mental Health Journalism Fellowship.
