# The Story of Stories

- Source: Hidden Brain
- Published: 2026-10-26T14:00:00+00:00
- Category: Science
- Original: https://www.hiddenbrain.org/
- Canonical: https://groundlevelnews.com/story/the-story-of-stories-0964a4/

Why is my friend late? How does nuclear fission work? What can I do to help my baby sleep through the night? We all feel the need to understand why certain things happen. Some researchers think the drive to explain the world is a basic human impulse, similar to thirst or hunger. This week on Hidden Brain, psychologist Tania Lombrozo discusses how explanations can lead to discovery, delight, and di

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