Curiosity Theory
Curiosity Theory
Dr. Dakotah Tyler & Justin Shaifer
Was 2016 Really Better Or Are You Just Depressed And Exhausted?
1 hour 8 minutes Posted Jan 23, 2026 at 12:00 pm.
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This week on Questionable Content, Dr. Dakotah Tyler and Justin Shaifer explore why so many people feel like life was better in the past and whether nostalgia is telling us the truth. They discuss the psychology of memory, why certain years like 2016 get mythologized, and how our brains prioritize emotional comfort over accuracy. The conversation also looks at long-term human progress, wealth, systems, and whether society is actually improving even when it feels unstable. Throughout the episo...