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Psychology · 20 min

The Science of Kissing

By Sheril Kirshenbaum

This episode uncovers the hidden biological, emotional, and cultural forces that shape our most intimate gesture: the kiss.

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Psychology
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“This episode uncovers the hidden biological, emotional, and cultural forces that shape our most intimate gesture: the kiss.”

— Sheril Kirshenbaum, The Science of Kissing

What it is about

Human connection, biology, intimacy, cultural behavior

Who it is for

If you've ever wondered about the deeper meaning behind a simple touch of lips, this will illuminate the unseen forces at play in human connection, and this will help you see what to do next.

The author

Sheril Kirshenbaum, a science writer and researcher, brings a unique blend of scientific rigor and accessible storytelling to reveal the surprising biological and cultural truths embedded in our most intimate acts.

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Sheril Kirshenbaum

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