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The imaginary pill that can cure mental illness
11 juni 2025 · 56 min
New studies on pain and mental illness are blowing minds - because a lot of what works best is ... placebo? Today we are talking about the new research on placebo pills, how even imagining taking a pill helps and also how it relates the future of medicine. We even explain exactly HOW placebo pills work. Lees meer
STUDYTIME: why imaginary pills are curing illness!
WDWLTW:
is decaf coffee as effective as real coffee?
when did birds ACTUALLY evolve?
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The crisis of male sexuality: erectile dysfunction, Cialis and Viagra
4 juni 2025 · 46 min
Erectile dysfunction is growing in men under the age of 40. To the point that researchers are calling it a "crisis in male sexuality". Cialis, Viagra, Blue Chew and other drugs are meant to help - but why is erectile dysfunction on the rise. Today we explain all the recent research and trends around impotence in men. Lees meer
STUDYTIME: Why are men unable to maintain erections?
WDWLTW:
should you have sex before bed?
when did flowering plants evolve?
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Left Brain vs. Right Brain: which one are you?
28 mei 2025 · 54 min
There is actually a lot of difference between the left and right brain. Today we explain the science of brain hemispheric specialization - a fancy term for left brain vs. right brain science. There is a lot of myths in this neuroscience, but also some fascinating truths. It helps you to understand your concept of consciousness as well as how you perceive the world around you. We are obsessed with this science! Lees meer
STUDYTIME: Are you left or right brained?
WDWLTW:
the science of cuddling
the difference between hearing and listening
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Answering more SPICY QUESTIONS - call in episode 3.0
30 april 2025 · 59 min
REGISTRATION FOR OUR BIRD WATCHING EVENT - May 22nd, 6-9 pm HIGH PARK: https://hpncspecialevents.campbrainregistration.com/ Lees meer
Are we interested in older men? Why do we hate Taylor Swift? (I swear we don't) Why are we so vanilla and unaware of butt plugs.
IT IS A CALL IN EPISODE - so get ready y'all!
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Porn Addiction: why is it so common now? What is GOING ON?
23 april 2025 · 54 min
ASAPSCIENCE BIRD WATCHING HIKE - REGISTER HERE: https://hpncspecialevents.campbrainregistration.com/ Lees meer
Porn addiction is on the rise, increasing A LOT since the pandemic. Today we are going to talk about what happens in your brain and body when you watch porn, why it is becoming a huge issues for people, and what you can do about it. It is hard to know if you have a bad relationship to porn - so today we will teach you about it.
STUDYTIME: What happens to your brain when you scroll porn sites
WDWLTW:
why splenda is bad for you!
how much energy do data center's consume?
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Bird Watching: start NOW while you still can!
16 april 2025 · 41 min
Registration for our HIGH PARK BIRDWATCHING EVENT: Lees meer
https://hpncspecialevents.campbrainregistration.com/
Today we take you on an amazing step by step journey into bird watching. It turns out that once you start bird watching, you are more likely to become an environmentalist, appreciate nature and donate more to conservationist efforts. It’s relaxing and life changing so you need to START RIGHT NOW! The birds are HERE Y'ALL - and this podcast will help you find them. Also come to our event!
STUDYTIME: how to start birdwatching now
WDWLTW:
why bird watching helps the environment
why splenda is actaully bad for you
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Quitting Weed: how to get over an addiction
9 april 2025 · 1 uur 2 min
AsapSCIENCE ANNUAL BIRD WATCHING HIKE - MAY 22nd 6-9 pm: Lees meer
Registration Portal: https://hpncspecialevents.campbrainregistration.com
Website Event Page: https://highparknaturecentre.com/event/sp25-asapscience/
UPDATE ON QUITTING WEED. There are new studies coming out about why it is so hard to quit weed, and why it might be time to start thinking about it. We will go through effective strategies to understand when you know it is time to stop or slow down - and what studies say about how to quit. Marijuana use has increased, and so has THC potency - so this is an update on where we are at with quitting and explaining how you can too.
STUDYTIME: Quitting Weed - the new research
WDWLTW:
are dire wolves actually back from extinction
what happens when you quit social media?
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Pre-Workout: a popular 'dangerous' supplement?
26 maart 2025 · 52 min
Pre-workout is the most popular supplement amongst young people next to multivitamins. It has creatine, caffeine, and beta alanine which has known to cause skin itching. Today we break down all the science of what is in pre-workout, how it works and whether or not it is dangerous! Lees meer
STUDYTIME: Is pre-workout dangerous?
WDWLTW:
what makes a "good day"
how to get better media sources in Canada
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Pop culture breakdown: Lady Gaga, Traitors, White Lotus and more
12 maart 2025 · 54 min
Today we are are doing another pop culture breakdown to get y'all caught up. What do we think of Lady Gaga's MAYHEM, did Mitch like the end of Traitors? Is white lotus losing it's magic? Why is King Charles obsessed with Afro-beats and is Meghan Markle real? Lees meer
Today we leave it all on THE POD - GOOD LUCK SURVIVING THESE HOT TAKES HAHAHAHAHHAHA
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Butt Plugs: why are they so popular and how do they work?
5 maart 2025 · 55 min
Butt plug use is on the rise - and new studies have found out why. Today we talk about what happens when you use a butt plug, why they are so popular and what the risks might be. WE HAD NO IDEA THEY WERE SO POPULAR! Lees meer
STUDYTIME: How do butt plugs work?
WDWTLW:
update on the COVID vaccine
how intergenerational trauma is passed on genetically
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Is eating fiber the best health hack of all time?
26 februari 2025 · 57 min
Increasing dietary fiber is one of the biggest health trends of right now, but is there any scientific proof as to why we should be consuming more fiber? There are even fiber supplements or brands like Pure For Men which pitch selling fiber capsules as ways to improve your health, but how do they work. Today we talk about what foods contain the most fiber, soluble and insoluble fiber and how you can use science to become more healthy. Lees meer
STUDYTIME: Is fiber the best nutrient of all time?
WDWLTW:
when did houses start having corners
why oil and water not mixed creates life
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Who is the top, and who is the bottom?
19 februari 2025 · 50 min
Tomato and peanut butter sandwich, top vers bottom, call in's about cock rings and why are you vomitting? This is our fourth call in episode. We are back to the science next week, but for now PIPING HOT TEA! Lees meer
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Are we becoming parents?!
12 februari 2025 · 48 min
Are we becoming parents? What did we think of the Superbowl half time show? What type of school system is our favourite? TODAY IS A CALL IN EPISODE! Lees meer
To call in an ask us a question go to asapscience.com/chat
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Cock Rings: why is everyone using them now?
5 februari 2025 · 57 min
Cock rings, tension rings or constriction rings are a "sex toy" that is on the rise in men. More cock rings than ever are being used right now with over 50% of gay and bisexual men currently using them. So why have they become popular, how do they work and are there any issues with sliding a cock ring over your penis and testicles? Lees meer
STUDYTIME: Why are cock rings so popular?
WDWLTW
why it is good to ITCH
the largest cannabis study ever completed
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Hemorrhoids: you will likely get one, so what do you do?
29 januari 2025 · 49 min
50 percent of people by the age of 50 will get a hemorrhoid. Millions of people have them around the world - and therefore new treatments are necessary to deal with this annoying disease. Today we talk about what hemorrhoids are, the history of them, what symptoms there are and how new treatments could help you deal with them. Also Greg will let you in on all the juicy details of his hemorrhoid named "Jenny" Lees meer
STUDYTIME: What are hemorrhoids and how do you get rid of them?
WDWLTW:
how long does it take to make a habit
The art of Felix Gonzalez-Torres
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We give up! Why things feel so bad right now
22 januari 2025 · 1 uur 8 min
The news is horrible right now - or is it? Today we explain why one of us is giving up, and the other is trying to reach into psychology and science to cope - but in the end is there a solution? Trump's inauguration, tariff's, racism, inequality, gun rights, statues, labour issues, war, genocide - are things actually getting worse or is it all in your head? Lees meer
STUDYTIME: Why do things feel so bad right now?
WDWLTW:
AI predicting weather
is peeing contagious?
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Bird Flu: are we about to face the next pandemic?
15 januari 2025 · 51 min
The bird flu is so close to reaching global pandemic status, that scientists are extremely concerned. The more you understand how this influenza A virus works, the easier it will be to stay safe, calm and prepare for what could happen. The virus has spread from birds to mammals to humans, in fact it has even killed one person in the US now and one person in Canada is very sick. Today we are explaining everything you need to know about H5N1 bird flu. Lees meer
STUDYTIME: Is Bird Flu the next pandemic?
WDWLTW:
Mirror life - we must stop studying this
the morality of humans
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Feeling sick? Are 'zinc supplements' the solution?
8 januari 2025 · 47 min
Zinc supplements have been growing in popularity as nutritionist and people online claim it can decrease your chance or getting sick, increase your immune function and even make colds last less long. Is this true? Today we break down the real science of zinc supplements and let you know the best way to stay healthy this winter seaon Lees meer
STUDYTIME: Do zinc supplements prevent sickness?
What Did We Learn This Week?
gene edited tomatoes of the future will be more sweet
the plastic in your home is killing you!
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Pop culture breakdown!
11 december 2024 · 50 min
Wicked, Survivor, The Substance, Taylor Swift - we break down all of our opinions on the years hottest topics to end out 2024 with a controversial bang! Lees meer
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Are Bike Lanes Causing Traffic?
4 december 2024 · 52 min
Bike lanes are a huge controversial issue here in Toronto. Doug Ford is wanting to rip out the bike lanes in Toronto saying it causes traffic, others say the bike lanes decrease traffic and this is just a way for him to distract people from his policy issues around the SPA and new highway. Lees meer
Bike lanes have been studied by urban planners, and there are statistics around designated bike lanes, safety and traffic - so today we will explain the hard facts about a very emotional issue.
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What does creatine do and why is everyone taking it?
27 november 2024 · 1 uur
Creatine is one of the most studied supplements. It now has new research saying it could help with cognitive decline, aging and even injury recovery. Today we break down all the up to date creatine science to understand if everyone should be taking it! Lees meer
Studytime: Is Creatine the new wonder drug?
WDWLTW:
what does binge drinking do to your brain long term
why right wing podcasts and YouTubers are nefarious
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Is AI Going To Destroy The Planet?
20 november 2024 · 44 min
AI is everywhere, but how much water is it consuming? IT IS WORTH IT:?! How much energy is it consuming? THEY'RE TURNING BACK ON THREE MILE ISLAND?! IS THAT A GOOD THING? Today we have an AI freak out. We are going to explain the new research and stats around how much AI data centres are consuming - and whether we think AI is a good idea. Lees meer
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Are we doomed? ... processing the election lol
13 november 2024 · 1 uur 6 min
SOOO, lol, the election happened and we have been spiraling in our own ways. We are going to essentially just have a casual conversation about everything we have learned. It is an intense time - so I am curious if this will be informative or cathartic for you all. Lees meer
But yep - here we go, and LET US KNOW WHAT YOU THINK!
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How Magnets Are Changing Your Brains! (NO JOKE)
6 november 2024 · 44 min
There is a new technology called TMS or Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation. There is another one with the acronym SAINT which is also used to magnetically change your brain and treat things such as depression. It sounds a bit like sci-fi but it is real, and being used right now. They science is awesome so today we explain what is going on and how this could be the future of depression therapy. Lees meer
STUDYTIME: How magnets are curing depression
WDWLTW:
why white sand beaches are made of poop
how ADHD on tiktok is taking over (in a bad way)
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Couples Therapy: does it even work? ft. Naomi Ekperigin and Andy Beckerman
30 oktober 2024 · 51 min
Couples therapy is all the rage, so much so that comedians Naomi Ekperigin and Andy Beckerman have a whole podcast about it. Today we are interviewing them about when they started couples therapy, we all dish on our personal relationships with therapy and with each other and we even mix in some research about MDMA and therapy. Lees meer
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Who is ready for SEASONAL DEPRESSION? ( The science of seasons )
9 oktober 2024 · 51 min
Autumn is HITTING! So today we are talking about how seasons affect the human body. Why do we get depressed in winter? Why do leaves change colour? Why do people have more sex in the summer? How is the climate crisis affecting seasons? Today we are explaining the science of seasons - and letting you know what the changing weather can do to your life. Lees meer
STUDYTIME: how do seasons affect humans?
WDWLTW:
the science of conversion therapy
rat experiments that explain human life
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Insane ways to live past 100 years old!
2 oktober 2024 · 1 uur 8 min
We are in the era of "longevity science". Are there medications that can extend your life and stop you from aging? Rapamycin, canagliflozin, dapagliflozin, empagliflozin, dasatinib, quercentin, ozempic, wegovy or flavanols. These are all medications that are being studied in rats, mice, worms, and some primates and it extends life in all of them. It decreases disease - and humans are starting to take them - is this the insane ways that we will live to 150? Some scientists think this is happening right now Lees meer
STUDYTIME: the new drugs that will make you live to 150
WDWLTW:
a new nasal spray to stop you from getting the flu or colds
chickadee hybrids are blowing my mind
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Is loneliness killing us all?
25 september 2024 · 59 min
Are you lonely? This is a question that researchers have been tackling in the last 10 years. Known as the loneliness epidemic, it seems like scientists, and researchers are seeing that loneliness is on the rise, and it is having negative impacts on our body. Is it because of our phones? Is it because of our isolated living spaces? Is it because we work from home? There is a lot going on here to today we bring the up to date research on why so many of us are lonely now - and how to overcome it. Lees meer
STUDYTIME: The Loneliness Epidemic: how bad is it?
WDWLTW:
how animals use fashion
the strange reason you are so bored
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Incest: what happens when you inbreed?
18 september 2024 · 1 uur
CONTROVERSIAL SUBJECTS AND THE FACTS CAN BE TENSE - WE ARE ASAPSCIENCE HERE TO MAKE THINGS MAKE SENSE. Inbreeding is weirdly an important concept to understand in biology, so today we break down the history of incest and what happens when species inbreed. It is a fascinating question, with a lot of complicated genetics, moral and bioethical implications. ENJOY!!!! Lees meer
STUDYTIME: What happens when species inbreed, and why does it happen?
WDWLTW:
the loneliness epidemic is real - but what do we do about it?
The world made end in 2056 - due to the Atlantic meridional overturning circulation
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Charisma: how to get more of it
11 september 2024 · 1 uur 5 min
Courses on charisma are on the rise. There is a lot of pseudoscience out there about the "science of influence and charisma" so today we are going to break down the REAL studies, and how to actually understand the research out there. Charisma, leadership, influence and being authentic are all buzz words right now, but only a few real science and psychology studies can help you out - and we are here to explain them to you! Lees meer
STUDYTIME: How to be more charismatic
WDWLTW:
the science of sleepy girl cocktails
why the fur trade may create the next pandemic
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The Throuple Episode! (Fan Questions - PART 2)
28 augustus 2024 · 1 uur 5 min
Today we continue answering your questions and deciding if officially we are going to enter a throuple. Lees meer
After this episode it is back to our regular weekly schedule of using science to get to the bottom of controversial subjects!
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The Science of BRAT SUMMER! (Fan Questions - PART 1)
14 augustus 2024 · 57 min
Today we are taking all your questions. We are an open book talking about BRAT SUMMER, Chapell Roan, the science of music, our relationship and all the burning questions you all messaged in to ask us. Lees meer
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Boobs: why do they exist?
31 juli 2024 · 46 min
The science of breasts. Humans are the only primates that have breasts for LIFE - that sounds weird but you have to listen to music to understand why. Today we are explaining why boobs, tits or KNOCKERS exist, the science of why they are so big and why we love them so much. Lees meer
STUDYTIME: The Science of Breasts
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The Male G-Spot: does it exist?
17 juli 2024 · 48 min
Today we are talking about the science of the prostate - and is it in fact the male g-spot? There is a lot of fascinating research about the prostate gland, but honestly not THAT much about it's relation to sexual pleasure. Today we will break down all the science in order to help you understand your own body and others. Lees meer
STUDYTIME: Prostate stimulation - is it real?
WDWLTW:
does eating cheese make you live longer?
why is Europe so HOT right now?
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The Annual PRIDE COMEDOWN Episode of 2024
3 juli 2024 · 52 min
Pride just happened and we are about to spill the low energy tea. Every year we divulge after pride, take a few questions and FIGHT because our brains are gone! Lees meer
ENJOY - this one is unique, she's NOT like the rest of em.
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Post Nut Clarity: does an orgasm cause clear headedness?
19 juni 2024 · 46 min
Today we are talking about "post nut clarity". A term used in a new drake lyric, was popularized on the Call Me Daddy podcast and is meant to explain why some people feel calm and clear headed after an orgasm. We look at the scientific research into the hormones involved in orgasm and why some people may feel good or actually even shameful after an orgasm. Lees meer
STUDYTIME: what happens to your brain after an orgasm?
WDWLTW:
the first pig kidney transplant in a human
how to gain more self control
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Rejection: why it hurts and how to deal with it
5 juni 2024 · 1 uur 9 min
Rejection is extremely common - and the feelings we get surrounding it make total sense. Scientists and psychologists have been studying why it physically hurts, why we have such extreme reactions to rejection and what are some tips and tricks to cope. Mitch was recently rejected - so today's episode is for him and anyone who is dealing with or may in the future deal with being rejected. Lees meer
STUDYTIME: how to deal with rejection
WDWLTW:
what is happening with BIRD FLU IN COWS
busting a famous myth
Resources:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4734881/
https://sanlab.psych.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/31/2015/05/39-Decety-39.pdf
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/0956797610374741?casa_token=kNRlwTonRDkAAAAA%3AbzbCxtAnDDbz1LjrIzTsE_2PCjG9sA1cVrtREzfxNTg7vUJVTwWIYmyQnDGPSvWoqrzRiakmYPYm
https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-rejection-sensitivity-4682652
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6968853/
https://www.forbes.com/sites/traversmark/2022/04/19/a-psychology-professor-teaches-us-how-to-overcome-our-rejection-emotion/?sh=11267092345c
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4734881/
https://citeseerx.ist.psu.edu/document?repid=rep1&type=pdf&doi=e2691c89353ff81725350c097099c7d4799b3646
https://www.apa.org/monitor/2012/04/rejection#:~:text=Social%20rejection%20increases%20anger%2C%20anxiety,in%20Psychological%20Science%2C%202011).
https://www.forbes.com/sites/traversmark/2022/04/19/a-psychology-professor-teaches-us-how-to-overcome-our-rejection-emotion/?sh=11402d5b345c
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Kegels: can they improve your sex life?
29 mei 2024 · 46 min
Kegels - or pelvic floor exercises have been popular for years now. A lot of the ideas around them tout that they can make your sex life better, they can help with erectile dysfunction, they can help post pregnancy or even prepare for child birth - but what is the truth. How do you even do a Kegel, and in the end is Pilates even better? Lees meer
Today we break down the science of pelvic floor workouts.
STUDYTIME: Will Kegels change your life?
WDWLTW:
can you smell if it is going to rain?
the new way we are recycling concrete
References:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK555898/#:~:text=Kegel's%20study%20showed%20that%20the,incontinence%20and%20genital%20organ%20prolapse.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8699493/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36205811/
https://www.physiotherapyjournal.com/article/S0031-9406(19)30007-0/abstract
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9777910/
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Gay Face: why do so many gay people look similar?
22 mei 2024 · 55 min
Gay face is a real thing. The science is so fascinating as to why it might exist, and much of the research is meant to help understand the biological impacts of being queer. Today we talk about gay face, do we have it, what does it MEAN to have it and why do so many gay people look the same. The information will likely shock you! Lees meer
STUDYTIME:
GAY FACE - why do gay people look like that? LOL
WDWLTW:
Why are gorilla's SO jacked?
What is climate change going to do to sports?
REFERENCES:
https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2017/sep/07/new-artificial-intelligence-can-tell-whether-youre-gay-or-straight-from-a-photograph
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20682754/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29389215/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25550146/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7497419/#CR18
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20682754/
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Bird Watching Trip: COME BIRD WITH US!
17 mei 2024 · 1 min
Thursday, May 23rd, 2024 at 6:30 pm come meet us at the High Park Nature Centre in Toronto Ontario for a two hour bird walk. Make sure to add us on IG @AsapSCIENCE for updates based on weather etc. Lees meer
I will be there, Mitch will be there and Ali will be there - LEZZZ GO!!!!
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Cults vs. Communes: is it time to join one?
15 mei 2024 · 56 min
Cults are fascinating but dangerous, so is it time to join a commune? Today we talk about the psychology of cults, and why communes may be a separate helpful way to live together and be better for the environment. The psychology of living lifestyles differently than the nuclear family creates a lot of tension, and the reasons are surprising. Today we break down the psychology, science and history of cults and communes to help you figure out if it is time to join one. Lees meer
STUDYTIME: Cults - why are they so popular right now?
WDWLTW:
the first high res image of a brain may change anything
some anti-depressants don't work on night owls
REFERENCES:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Twin_Oaks_Community,_Virginia
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intentional_community
https://www.forbes.com/sites/quora/2019/04/30/research-about-communes-and-utopian-societies-has-uncovered-these-important-lessons/?sh=5b5af90f283c
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Saunas: is sweating really that good for you?
8 mei 2024 · 1 uur
Saunas or thermotherapy, is a way of making your body SUPER hot in order to feel better and hopefully have a positive physiological response. The popularity of sauna bathing has increased in recent years, but is there a good reason for it? It may feel good, but the science of saunas may say something else about how they affect your body. Lees meer
STUDYTIME: Are saunas actually good for you?
WDWLTW:
bird watching recap
RESOURCES:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4042662/v
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/14017431.2024.2302159
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5941775/
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0531556521002916
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5941775/#B47
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0531556521002916
https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/fullarticle/2130724
https://journals.physiology.org/doi/full/10.1152/ajpregu.00076.2022
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7908414/
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The best scientific life hack in the world ... BIRD WATCHING!
1 mei 2024 · 1 uur 10 min
Bird watching / ornithology / birding - it has TAKEN THE WORLD BY STORM! More people than ever are doing this activity and for good reason. Today we explain how it will make you happier, how to get started, and the most insane stories we have from the trails. Alison Hendrick joins Greg to talk about all things bird watching. This episode is IMPORTANT - because with this knowledge your life WILL CHANGE. May is the month of bird watching - and this episode will get you started. Lees meer
STUDYTIME: The science of birdwatching - why it is the best thing for your health.
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Gay Voice: can you tell if someone is gay from their speech? ft. The Fitness Marshall
24 april 2024 · 58 min
Can you tell if someone is gay from their voice? There is a lot of new research on the 'gay accent' or 'gay voice' - and why it might be that gay men and gay women speak differently than hetero people. The research is fascinating - so we decided to have our good friend Caleb Marshall (The Fitness Marshall) on to talk about all of our relationships to the gay voice. Lees meer
STUDYTIME: Why Do Gay Men Talk Like That?
References:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7497419/
https://www.jstor.org/stable/455948
https://web.archive.org/web/20071101043238/http://www.newsandevents.utoronto.ca/bin2/020218c.asp
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gay_male_speech
https://www.rowdymagazine.com/post/why-do-gay-men-sound-like-~that~
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Is sugar slowly killing you?
17 april 2024 · 1 uur 2 min
Sugar is enemy #1 according to many online doctors - such as Dr. Mark Hyman. So what is going on here, why are we all of a sudden so worried about sweets, the things we enjoy so much. Today we explain the science of sugar, what it does to your body and if in fact it is slowly killing you! Lees meer
STUDYTIME: Is Sugar Destroying Your Healthy?
WDWLTW:
the science of sugar daddies
why pregnancy ages you
REFERENCES:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8468293/
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41398-021-01309-7
https://bmcmedicine.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12916-022-02712-7
https://www.bmj.com/content/381/bmj-2022-071609
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Intermittent Fasting: is it secretly bad for you?
10 april 2024 · 57 min
Intermittent fasting has recently come under scrutiny - there is new research that may hint it can KILL YOU! What is going on? We break down the recent research on intermittent fasting, the biochemical mechanisms as to why people love this fad diet - but why you sure potentially not do it. Lees meer
STUDYTIME: Is intermittent fasting actually bad?
What Did We Learn This Week:
is kombucha capable of making you burn fat
why 3D printing wood could change the future
Resources:
https://www.nature.com/articles/s43587-022-00311-y
https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/fullarticle/2771095
https://www.inverse.com/mind-body/new-intermittent-fasting-study-explained
https://www.sdu.dk/en/om_sdu/fakulteterne/naturvidenskab/nyheder-2024/ketosis
https://www.cell.com/trends/endocrinology-metabolism/abstract/S1043-2760(23)00215-1?_returnURL=https%3A%2F%2Flinkinghub.elsevier.com%2Fretrieve%2Fpii%2FS1043276023002151%3Fshowall%3Dtrue
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intermittent_fasting
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10509423/#:~:text=Accumulated%20evidence%20suggests%20that%20intermittent,type%20II%20autophagic%20cell%20death
https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2024/03/18/intermittent-fasting-time-restricted-eating/
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How lucid dreaming can unlock your creative potential
3 april 2024 · 52 min
Lucid Dreaming is something we will all likely do in our lifetime, but there are science backed tips and tricks to make it happen consistently. Today we discuss what lucid dreaming is, how to do it more often and also the science of why we dream. It is a fascinating conversation and in the end you may be able to lucid dream about making out with Bad Bunny, LOLOLOLOL Lees meer
STUDYTIME: Lucid Dreaming - how it can change your life
WDWLTW:
why hyperflexible people are more susceptible to long COVID
the evolution of music
https://www.science.org/content/article/scientists-entered-peoples-dreams-and-got-them-talking?utm_campaign=NewsfromScience&utm_source=Social&utm_medium=Twitter
https://www.cell.com/current-biology/fulltext/S0960-9822(21)00059-2
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/10/171019100812.htm
https://psycnet.apa.org/doiLanding?doi=10.1037%2Fdrm0000059
https://www.psypost.org/lucid-dreamers-transmit-musical-melodies-from-dreams-to-reality-in-real-time-in-groundbreaking-study/
https://psycnet.apa.org/doiLanding?doi=10.1037%2Fdrm0000244
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What People Think About Before Death
20 maart 2024 · 58 min
Death - it is something we will all experience. There are some patterns to what people think about, and also to the regrets they have before dying. Today we will talk about how we can change our lives to have LESS regrets, and how we can also understand what we will think about while dying. There is amazing information about near death experiences - and we will keep it LIGHT HEARTED AND EXISTENTIAL! Lees meer
STUDYTIME: What Happens When You Die?
WDWLTW:
How many steps do you REALLY need a day?
Why are people dying younger from cancer?
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Throuples: why polyamory is taking over
13 maart 2024 · 1 uur 1 min
Throuples, quads, polyamory, polycules, it turns out that non-monogamous relationships are on the rise. It is common now for people to date more than one person, but this trend has existed for thousands of years. Today we are going to explain the psychology of polyamory, as well as some scientific studies and historical research about how these types of relationships continue to exist - and why they may actually be better than typical monogamous relationships. Lees meer
STUDYTIME: Why Is Polyamory So Popular?
WDWLTW:
how much microplastic is in your right no
why flowering plants are studied more than endangered ones
REFERENCES:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27215273/
https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2021.619640/full
https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/974590
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27096488/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30932711/
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/jftr.12546#:~:text=Other%20studies%20found%20that%20people,et%20al.%2C%202021%3B%20Cunningham
https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/the-polyamorists-next-door/202210/what-makes-resilient-throuple
https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/the-polyamorists-next-door/202208/the-truth-about-threesomes-triads-and-throuples
https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/the-polyamorists-next-door/202009/meet-the-couples-that-date-single-women
https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/the-polyamorists-next-door/201601/the-one-penis-policy
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Posture: how to stand up straight
6 maart 2024 · 56 min
Posture is a hot topic online, tons of people are teaching you how to fix it and making money of explaining how to stand up straight. The science is more complicated than that, is there such thing as "good posture"? How do you know what is right for you and is there a way to fix your posture quickly? Lees meer
Studytime: how to fix your posture fast
WDWLTW:
empathy is contagious
why Ozempic may cure parkinsons
References:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6166197/#:~:text=It%20is%20known%20that%20the,against%20injury%20or%20progressive%20deformity.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19910263/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27174256/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33290371/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29306972/#:~:text=Conclusion%3A%20This%20study%20did%20not,growing%20prevalence%20of%20neck%20pain.
https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/JAHA.123.031156
https://today.ucsd.edu/story/sedentary-behavior-increases-mortality-risk
https://www.jospt.org/doi/full/10.2519/jospt.2019.0610
https://www.physio-pedia.com/Posture#cite_note-6
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16540876/
https://bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12889-023-16617-4
https://www.kineed.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Thorvaldur-Skuli-Palsson-paper.pdf
https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2023/07/17/posture-devices-back-pain/
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