The podcast episodes discuss the physiological impacts of stress, both acute and chronic, and how it affects the immune system, physical health, and mental well-being.

In episode 889 of the Huberman Lab podcast, the host Andrew Huberman explains how different levels and types of stress can either negatively impact immune function through chronic stress, or potentially provide benefits through acute stressors.

In episode 47207 of the Psychiatry & Psychotherapy Podcast, neuroscientist Dr. Robert Sapolsky discusses his research on observing the social dynamics and stress physiology of baboons, and how his findings challenge assumptions about human nature and free will.