Paul Bloom – How Pleasure Works



2011, Science & Technology, Sex & Gender
Presented By: Paul Bloom

Psychologist Paul Bloom discusses the mechanics of pleasure, and how humans assign value and meaning to the pleasures of everyday life.  Watch as he draws on examples from art, music and pop culture to illustrate the ways we enjoy things.

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