The podcast episodes discuss the roles of specific neuropeptides, such as oxytocin, vasopressin, and tachykinin, in influencing social functioning, aggression, mating, and arousal.

In episode 319, 'Dr. Karen Parker: The Causes & Treatments for Autism', the discussion focuses on the potential therapeutic applications of vasopressin in addressing social deficits associated with autism spectrum disorders.

Similarly, episode 47858, 'Dr. David Anderson: The Biology of Aggression, Mating, & Arousal', explores the neural mechanisms underlying different forms of aggression and sexual behavior, as well as the role of neuropeptides like tachykinin in these processes.