The Intimate Animal
Justin R. Garcia PhD
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Justin Garcia (on the science of sex)
Hi, I’m Dax Shepard, and I love talking to people. I am endlessly fascinated by the messiness of being human, and I find people who are vulnerable and honest about their struggles and shortcomings to be incredibly sexy. I invite you to join me as I explore other people’s stories. We will celebrate,...
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It was cited as a thriller about old New York that inspired the guest to write a nonfiction book about a historical murder. The host had not read it.
I had read a thriller about old New York called The Alienist by Caleb Carr.
— Episode: Erik Larson (historical author)
It was cited as a thriller about old New York that inspired the guest to write a nonfiction book about a historical murder. The host had not read it.
I had read a thriller about old New York called The Alienist by Caleb Carr.
It was referenced as an old thriller about 19thcentury New York that sparked the guest's interest in that era.
I read a thriller about old New York called The Alienist by Caleb Carr.
Women, Work, and the Will to Lead
The hosts mentioned the book while discussing feeling pressured to have it all, referencing "the Cheryl Sandberg lean in" as an example of a cultural expectation.
I was like, but the Cheryl Sandberg Lean In.
— Episode: Race to 35: Day 2 + Douglas NeJamie + Dr...
The hosts mentioned the book while discussing feeling pressured to have it all, referencing "the Cheryl Sandberg lean in" as an example of a cultural expectation.
I was like, but the Cheryl Sandberg Lean In.
The host and guest discussed how Lean In originated from a talk about women's leadership, describing it as the continuation of a broader effort to address gender inequality in the workplace.
and then Lean In was the continuation of that journey for me where I believed we needed to actually talk about this and acknowledge that it just wasn't going that well and it's still not
I wanted it done only if it was done correctly and that's really hard to do so thank you for being part of that
we have 58,000 Lean In circles now in countries all over the world, including amazingly right now, Afghanistan
Lean In circles
we have Lean In circles
A children's book written earlier that year was mentioned as an effort to teach kids about empathy and finding common ground between differing perspectives.
I literally wrote a children's book about that this year called The World Needs More Purple People trying to realize that both sides sometimes have the same character traits and we can talk about thin...
— Episode: We are supported by... Reese Witherspoon
A children's book written earlier that year was mentioned as an effort to teach kids about empathy and finding common ground between differing perspectives.
I literally wrote a children's book about that this year called The World Needs More Purple People trying to realize that both sides sometimes have the same character traits and we can talk about things and we can understand each other. And there has to be a meeting in the middle.
Kristen Bell said that she has a book called Purple People, linking it to the discussion about favorite colors.
And Kristen has a book called Purple People.
Diaries (2003-2020)
The title was mentioned as part of Sedaris's bibliography in the early part of the episode.
His books, Happy Go Lucky, Me Talk Pretty One Day, Calypso, A Carnival of Snackery. The best titles ever.
— Episode: David Sedaris #5
The title was mentioned as part of Sedaris's bibliography in the early part of the episode.
His books, Happy Go Lucky, Me Talk Pretty One Day, Calypso, A Carnival of Snackery. The best titles ever.
The host noted that Sedaris's new release is a compilation of his journal entries, offering an intimate look at his thoughts and experiences.
He has a new book out, a carnival of snakery. And it's cool because it's his journal entries, which is so fun to be in his head.
Can I ask how much of this journal that compiles A Carnival of Snackery? First, are they actually literally coming right out of the page of your journal?
It took a long time because there's only so much you can sit and read your old diary.
The Greatest Alex Cross Thriller Since Kiss the Girls (Alex Cross, 28)
It was highlighted as one of Patterson's popular thrillers in the later part of the interview.
I really like the way that turned out and some of the other things as he said this documentary that Idaho murders I'm not sure when that's gonna come out, but it's really well done kiss the girls long...
— Episode: James Patterson
It was highlighted as one of Patterson's popular thrillers in the later part of the interview.
I really like the way that turned out and some of the other things as he said this documentary that Idaho murders I'm not sure when that's gonna come out, but it's really well done kiss the girls long came inspired they have their moments and Morgan's great
The novel was brought up as another notable entry in the AlexCross series.
kiss the girls
The Hidden Logic That Shapes Our Motivations (TED Books)
Payoff was cited among Ariely's published works focusing on incentives and motivation.
He's written a ton of wonderful books, Predictably Irrational, the upside of irrationality, dollars and cents, Payoff, and the honest truth about dishonesty.
— Episode: Dan Ariely (on behavioral economics)
Payoff was cited among Ariely's published works focusing on incentives and motivation.
He's written a ton of wonderful books, Predictably Irrational, the upside of irrationality, dollars and cents, Payoff, and the honest truth about dishonesty.
Payoff was cited alongside Ariely's other titles, indicating it as another contribution to his body of work on decisionmaking.
He's written a ton of wonderful books, Predictably Irrational, The Upside of Irrationality, Dollars and Cents, Payoff, and The Honest Truth About Dishonesty.
A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom, A Toltec Wisdom Book [Deluxe Edition] 1st (first) edition
The hosts talked about the self‑help classic, noting its widespread popularity and its extensive length. They outlined the four simple principles it presents—being impeccable with your word, not taking things personally, avoiding assumptions, and always doing your best. The discussion was light‑hearted and observational rather than a strong endorsement.
The hosts discussed the selfhelp classic, noting its popularity, length, and the four simple principles it teaches.
That's a very big book that people love. It's selfhelpy.
The Four Agreements ... One, be impeccable with your word. Two, do not take anything personally. Three, do not make assumptions. Four, always do your best.
The original edition was 432 pages, which you said 430. But the fourth edition is 576. It's a big book.
I don't think I heard don't make assumptions. Oh, maybe I didn't say that one. That one's, that's a big pothole for me.
It's a big book that people call the big book.
The hosts discussed the selfhelp book, noting its popularity, length, and reciting its four principles during the conversation.
The Four Agreements. That's a very big book that people love. It's selfhelpy.
One, be impeccable with your word. Two, do not take anything personally. Three, do not make assumptions. And four, always do your best.
Young Folk's Edition
It was highlighted as a book that sold hundreds of thousands of copies quickly and motivated the guest to take a boat tour of Chicago architecture.
Uncle Tom's Cabin
— Episode: Erik Larson (historical author)
It was highlighted as a book that sold hundreds of thousands of copies quickly and motivated the guest to take a boat tour of Chicago architecture.
Uncle Tom's Cabin
The novel's historic influence on the abolition movement was described as massive, noting its initial shock value and widespread readership in the 19th century.
The impact of Uncle Tom's Cabin cannot be underestimated. It was new. It was shocking.
Healing Indigenous Landscapes through Indigenous Science
They said Dr. Jessica Hernandez had written a book called Fresh Banana Leaves and described it as incredibly impressive.
She wrote this book called Fresh Banana Leaves. It's fucking incredible.
— Episode: Jonathan Van Ness
They said Dr. Jessica Hernandez had written a book called Fresh Banana Leaves and described it as incredibly impressive.
She wrote this book called Fresh Banana Leaves. It's fucking incredible.
Dr. Jessica Hernandez was noted as the author of Fresh Banana Leaves, described as an incredible book.
She wrote this book called Fresh Banana Leaves. It's fucking incredible.
Overstories, Superspreaders, and the Rise of Social Engineering
The book was highlighted because guest Stephen Dubner said he had read it that year and loved it, and Dax Shepard later cited it while discussing social change, noting its relevance to Malcolm's ideas about tipping points and social engineering. Both hosts presented it as an engaging exploration of how ideas spread, and the discussion conveyed an enthusiastic endorsement.
It was described as a book the guest read and loved that year.
I loved what Malcolm did Revenge of Tipping Point this year and I read it and I loved it.
Dax cited a book he recalled titled Revenge of the Tipping Point while discussing social change.
This was also in Malcolm's book, Revenge of the Tipping Point.
Walter announced his new book, explaining it breaks down the most powerful sentence in the Declaration of Independence word by word.
His new book is called The Greatest Sentence Ever Written.
— Episode: Walter Isaacson Returns (biographer & hi...
Walter announced his new book, explaining it breaks down the most powerful sentence in the Declaration of Independence word by word.
His new book is called The Greatest Sentence Ever Written.
And it's about the most powerful sentence in the Declaration of Independence.
It was presented as Isaacson's new book that dissected the most powerful sentence of the Declaration of Independence, breaking it down word by word and examining its meticulous construction.
His new book is called The Greatest Sentence Ever Written. And it's about the most powerful sentence in the Declaration of Independence. And he just breaks it down word by word and how meticulous it was.
The Greatest Sentence Ever Written, there were deep flaws when they said all men are created equal. But they did set us on the right mission.
It's very short. It is. I was going to say, if you have a short attention, this is the Isaacson book for you to take on.
It was mentioned as one of the topselling women's romance novels, cited as an example of popular "female porn."
The number one best selling books in America are women's romance novels.
— Episode: Part 4: Monica & Jess Love Therapy with...
It was mentioned as one of the topselling women's romance novels, cited as an example of popular "female porn."
The number one best selling books in America are women's romance novels.
Outlander, you know, 50 shades of gray.
The show was referenced as a guest's favorite, prompting a party guest to buy a kilt and dress the fianc in it for themed photos.
her favorite show is Outlander. So one of the girls bought a kilt and had her fiance dress up in the kilt and take a bunch of pictures.
Breaking Through the Invisible Boundaries of Global Business
The Culture Map was referenced as a notable book on crosscultural communication.
The woman who wrote Culture Map.
— Episode: Dan Ariely (on behavioral economics)
The Culture Map was referenced as a notable book on crosscultural communication.
The woman who wrote Culture Map.
Erin Meyer's The Culture Map was referenced as a valuable resource on crosscultural differences.
You mentioned the woman who wrote Culture Map. Yes. Erin Meyer.
The host mentioned the title as an Audible original drama, noting it as a timeless tale of pirates, lost treasure, maps, and mutiny that he wanted to listen to. He highlighted its classic adventure appeal and availability on the platform.
The host listed Treasure Island as an Audible original drama and described it as a timeless tale of pirates, lost treasure, maps, and mutiny.
One on my list is Treasure Island. Uh-huh. Which is an Audible original drama. It's a timeless tale of pirates, lost treasure, maps, and mutiny.
The host mentioned Treasure Island as a timeless tale they wanted to listen to, noting it was available as an Audible original drama.
One on my list is Treasure Island. Uh-huh. Which is an Audible original drama.
How Play Shifts Our Thinking, Inspires Connection, and Sparks Creativity
In the episode, Dax Shepard praised the title as a thoughtful, well‑researched exploration of how play can shift thinking, foster connection, and spark creativity, noting it was central to the guest’s work. He highlighted the author’s insights on playfulness and recommended the book to listeners.
The book described how play shifts thinking, inspires connection, and sparks creativity, and was highlighted as a key part of the guest's work.
She has a book out now called Playful. Playful. How play shifts our thinking, inspires connection, and sparks creativity.
Well, Cass, I'm so delighted you wrote such a thoughtful and wellresearched book on being Playful. And to remind everyone, it's called Playful, How Play Shifts Our Thinking, Inspires Connection and Sparks Creativity.
Cas Holman's new book Playful was highlighted as a recent release that explains how play shifts thinking, inspires connection, and sparks creativity.
She has a book out now called Playful. Playful. How play shifts our thinking, inspires connection, and sparks creativity.
Well, Cass, I'm so delighted you wrote such a thoughtful and wellresearched book on being Playful. And to remind everyone, it's called Playful, How Play Shifts Our Thinking, Inspires Connection and Sparks Creativity.
A Cookbook for Kids
The title was highlighted as a cute children's cookbook released by the guest, noted by the host as a fun, kid‑friendly collection of recipes. The brief mention suggested it would appeal to families looking for simple, enjoyable cooking projects.
Jennifer Aniston was said to have released a children's cookbook titled Cook with Clydeo.
She also has the cutest book out now, Cook with Clydeo, a cookbook for kids.
It was described as a cute kids' cookbook that Jennifer Aniston had just released.
She also has the cutest book out now, Cook with Clydeo, a cookbook for kids.
Read Cook with Clydeo.
The Little Elephant
The book was brought up during the Jennifer Aniston episode, where Monica Padman expressed affection for the iconic elephant character. The hosts noted it as a classic children's story and mentioned enjoying its imagery. The discussion was light‑hearted and positive, indicating a casual endorsement.
The hosts discussed the classic children's book Babar, noting they liked the elephant character.
Do I like Babar? She likes Babar... I just love the image of the elephant.
The elephant character Babar was discussed as a beloved childhood book series that the guests remembered fondly.
Do I like Babar? She likes Babar. She might not know she does, but yes, she likes Babar.
The book is based on a tale that Brunhoff's wife, Cecile, had invented for their children. It tells the story of a young African elephant named Babar, whose mother is killed by a big game hunter.
It was listed among Patterson's early bestsellers and was noted as the first hit in the AlexCross series.
His books include a long came a spider the angel experiment schools out forever 10th anniversary the people versus Alex Cross
— Episode: James Patterson
It was listed among Patterson's early bestsellers and was noted as the first hit in the AlexCross series.
His books include a long came a spider the angel experiment schools out forever 10th anniversary the people versus Alex Cross
It's not a long came a spider is the first of that so Alex cross as a series that you wrote 30 books
It was highlighted as Patterson's first big hit and a cornerstone AlexCross novel.
the first big hit being Along Came a Spider
A Memoir
They described the memoir as chronicling the author's terrible 39th year and how waking up at 40 turned into the best year of her life.
She wrote a first book, which was called No One Tells This. Basically, 39 was the worst year of her life. She was freaking out about turning 40. She just thought, when I turn 40, it's gonna be horribl...
— Episode: Synced: Jesus Christ Superstar
They described the memoir as chronicling the author's terrible 39th year and how waking up at 40 turned into the best year of her life.
She wrote a first book, which was called No One Tells This. Basically, 39 was the worst year of her life. She was freaking out about turning 40. She just thought, when I turn 40, it's gonna be horrible. And then she woke up and she was like, this is the fucking best. And she was like, no one tells you that actually like your 40s.
They said a friend had written a whole book titled "No One Tells You This" and noted that the author claimed no one had told her that information before.
she wrote a whole book on No One Tells You This and she was like no one told me that
Oh, the Things You Can Do!
Kirby was said to have written this book herself.
you wrote two books, Little Black Girl, The Things You Can Do, which you wrote by yourself, and then Little Black Boy Things You Will Do, you wrote with Larry.
— Episode: Kirby
Kirby was said to have written this book herself.
you wrote two books, Little Black Girl, The Things You Can Do, which you wrote by yourself, and then Little Black Boy Things You Will Do, you wrote with Larry.
Kirby was praised for having written a book titled *Little Black Girl*.
You wrote two books, Little Black Girl, the things you can do.
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