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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!

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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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.

But yep - here we go, and LET US KNOW WHAT YOU THINK!

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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.

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 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.

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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.

STUDYTIME: how do seasons affect humans?

WDWLTW:

• the science of conversion therapy
• rat experiments that explain human life

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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

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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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.

STUDYTIME: The Loneliness Epidemic: how bad is it?

WDWLTW:

• how animals use fashion
• the strange reason you are so bored

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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!!!!

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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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!

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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Today we continue answering your questions and deciding if officially we are going to enter a throuple.

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 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.

STUDYTIME: The Science of Breasts

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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.

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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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!

ENJOY - this one is unique, she's NOT like the rest of em.

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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.

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 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.

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 - 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?

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 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!

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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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.

I will be there, Mitch will be there and Ali will be there - LEZZZ GO!!!!

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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.

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 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.

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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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.

STUDYTIME: The science of birdwatching - why it is the best thing for your health.

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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.

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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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!

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 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.

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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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

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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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!

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, 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.

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 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?

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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Self-esteem is a complicated psychological marker of how you "feel" about yourself. When it is low it can really affect your life - so today we explain what self-esteem is, how you can improve it and what are the factors to explain if you have low or high self-esteem.

SELF-ESTEEM: how does it work

WDWLTW:

• social media jealousy
• open AI's revolution

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Erections, boners or HOGS (LOL) are a very important part of sexual health and reproduction. Today we explain how they work, the neuroscience of getting one and how to make them more HARD AND HEALTHY! We will also talk about erectile dysfunction.

STUDYTIME: how do erections work and how to keep them healthy

WDWLTW:

• how to make transit more green
• how to tell if you have work burnout

References:

https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/science.ade8064

https://news.ki.se/fibroblasts-in-the-penis-are-more-important-for-erectile-function-than-previously-thought

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0094014321018590?via%3Dihub

https://norwegianscitechnews.com/2024/02/burnout-identifying-people-at-risk/

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/sjop.12996

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Envy and jealousy are complicated emotions, but science, psychology and evolution have a lot to say about why they exist. Today we will explain how to cope with them, what we are envious of and why understanding more about them can make the feelings dissipate.

STUDYTIME: Why is envy real, and how to deal with it

WDWLTW:

• what does the average day look like for humans
• how to live to 100

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8776058/

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/pchj.493

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8578062/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5609545/

https://www.pnas.org/doi/full/10.1073/pnas.0707182104

https://www.newscientist.com/article/dn12913-envious-monkeys-can-spot-a-fair-deal/

https://guilfordjournals.com/doi/10.1521/jscp.1988.7.1.15

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Mewing is a cultural trend where you put your tongue on the top of your mouth, and over time your jaw changes to make you hotter? That is oversimplified - it relates to a lot of science techniques, controversy and even the incel movement. This week we break down how it works, and why everyone right now seems to be MEWING!

STUDYTIME: Mewing - does it work?

WDWLTW:

• Octopus medicine patch
• why calorie counting is fake

https://www.joms.org/article/S0278-2391(19)30349-0/fulltext

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9656904/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30210041/

https://www.utoronto.ca/news/calorie-always-calorie-not-when-it-comes-almonds-u-t-researchers-find

https://zoe.com/post/are-nuts-bad-for-you-why-the-calorie-counts-for-almonds-dont-add-up#:~:text=In%20the%20USDA's%202012%20study,and%20168%20calories%20for%20another!

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Internalized homophobia is something that sociologists and psychologists argue every man has. It is complicated to understand so today we bring the most up to date research and scientific papers on internalized homophobia, heterosexism and toxic masculinity. It is a wild time to be on the internet, and it could be making things worse - so how do we combat it?

STUDYTIME: Why Internalized Homophobia is on the rise?

WDWLTW:

• why palm oil is worse than you think
• Why is Mexico spelt like that?

References:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7432091/

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S027273581000125X

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2678796/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5560600/

https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/full/10.1089/lgbt.2019.0108

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Neurodivergence is one the rise, or is it? It is a newer term, which includes ASD, ADHD, dyslexia and some other "conditions". There is neurodivergent TikToks and a lot of information coming out that makes it seem like everyone suddenly is claiming it, but what is going on here?

Today we break down the science, explain the term and even take calls from people who are neurodivergent

STUDYTIME: Why is everyone suddenly neurodivergent?

What did we learn this week?

• how plants chat to each other
• why testicles are on the outside in humans

Listener call in to END

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The All Meat Diet, a.k.a. The Carnivore Diet is a huge new trend online. Tons of people are now ONLY eating meat and saying it helps with chronic disease, helps the gain muscle and live the healthiest lives they can. Some studies are coming in on what is actually happening in their bodies. The science is fascinating, the reasoning in fascinating so let's get INTO IT

Studytime: WHY ARE PEOPLE ONLY EATING MEAT?

WDWLTW;

• a new green energy that could save the planet
• how Brazil is going to change mosquitos forever

Comment corner: A CALL IN FROM ALI

https://www.nature.com/articles/nature12820

https://www.mcgill.ca/oss/article/health-nutrition/carnivore-diet-beefy-leap-faith

https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2023/10/02/is-an-all-meat-diet-what-nature-intended

https://www.sciencefocus.com/news/carnivore-diet-health-impact

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NEW YEAR NEW US! As always!!! Today we discuss the top scientific tips with HOW to keep resolutions, and why it is a good time to make a change. Using psychology, and biology we explain why it is okay to mess up resolutions, and how to prolong the. A lot of people struggle but there are good ways to make changes, and studies show the new year is a great time to change.

STUDYTIME: How to Keep New Years Resolutions

WDWLTW:

• climate crisis hope
• how bad are plastic water bottles?

https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/how-risky-is-it-really/201312/why-we-really-celebrate-new-years-day

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7725288/

https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.2300582121

https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20240108-bottled-water-contains-hundreds-of-thousands-of-plastic-bits-study

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We go through our top science stories, the biggest tech and pop culture moments, and what we predict for next year. It was a wild year, and there were some trends in science that explain more about what is going on in the world at large, ENJOY - and see you next year.

XO

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CRISPR technology is HAPPENING IN HUMANS Y'ALL! There have been some amazing breakthroughs, a long with some controversial missteps, and we will explain them all today! Sickle cell anemia may be cured, but will it affect future generations in a bad way? The science is cutting edge, but fascinating, let's get into it.

What Did We Learn This Week?:

• ear health may be related to EYESIGHT?
• how bad are cats for the environment?

STUDYTIME: everything you need to know about CRISPR-cas9 gene editing!

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Mysterious Cannabis Syndrome is on the rise. Also known as Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome, more and more people are ending up in the hospital vomiting and screaming from consuming too much weed. Today we will break down what is going on, why you should be worried and if legalizing weed was actually the RIGHT IDEA?

WDWLTW:

• Taiwanese men pull a truck with their testicles and penis, HOW?
• A new twin study on the vegan diet

STUDYTIME: Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome - everything you need to know!

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Audrey Tang is a genius, we aren't kidding, they were reading advanced novels at age 5 and learning complicated code at age 6. They are also one of the first non-binary people working in Cabinet as the Minister of Digital Affairs in Taiwan, and an overall amazing person to explain AI, the future and our shared internet.

They have their own podcast called "Innovative Minds" where you can hear them speak even more, get it wherever you get your podcasts.

WDWLTW:

• the birth control pill makes you less horny
• looking in people's eyes is more complicated than you think

STUDYTIME: our interview with Audrey Tang

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Myers-Briggs Personality Tests costs 50 dollars a POP! Personality tests are a billion dollar industry, but is it a full scam? Myers-Briggs is under a lot of scrutiny lately. It is expensive and potentially pseudo-science, but do any other tests work? Today we talk about the psychology of personality tests, therapy and the huge potential scams of pseudo-science.

WDWLTW:

• why the probability of flipping a coin isn't 50/50
• Why lack of sleep makes you unable to monitor your emotions

STUDYTIME: Personality Tests: is Myers-Briggs tests a full scam?

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Digital Nomads are people who do remote work in other countries in order to live a "better life". Working abroad has been gaining popularity in recent years, but is it ruining local populations and a new version of LIT RAL CONOLIALISM? There is new research on why people do this and what it does to the Earth.

WDWLTW:

• the invasive pig species taking over Canada
• Is daylight savings time killing people

STUDYTIME: Digital nomads, are they ruining the world?

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The 5 love languages have become a staple of modern relationships. Ever since the late 80s when they were conceived, people have used them to fall in love, to make their partner understand them and based their whole personality around these ways that they "perceive love". Is there any validity to them? What does psychology say? Because to be fair, they were just MADE UP!

WDWLTW:

• how rats can actually control things WITH THEIR MIND
• how burnout ACTUALLY works

STUDYTIME: The Five Love Languages: are they a problematic concept?

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Today we are talking about TRAVELLING, is it helpful for your body, or just honestly bad for the planet and your well being. We just got back from a Euro trip where tourism had obliterated Italy's ability to feel ... safe? Today we talk about how travelling relates to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, the history of tourism and why humans love to do it.

WDWLTW:

• solar panels are taking over
• why some people don't get COVID

STUDYTIME: Travelling: is it worth it?

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The FEAR OF MISSING OUT! It is a common anxiety, and for good reason. It is linked to our hunter gatherer ancestors - but also may be created from childhood issues, and the psychology of FOMO IS FASCINATING. Today we explain the up to date science on what it means to have FOMO and how you can learn to live with it.

WDWLTW:

• An asteroid didn't kill the dinosaurs
• How we can ACTUALLY use policy to stop climate change

STUDYTIME: FOMO - HOW DO YOU COPE!

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Today we are talking about BREATHING! Hot take, it is important. Andrew Huberman says how you breathe can change your focus, some scientists say it can calm you down, others think breath work is being over blown. Today we break down the current science and help you learn how to BREATHE BETTER.

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Vaping vs. Smoking, which is worse? With "vaping" killing 68 people in the year 2019, the insane chemical flavouring and how much nicotine there is per hit - is vaping now worse than smoking? Today we explain how vapes work, what nicotine does, how THC vaping is different and where cigarettes end up after all of this

What Did We Learn This Week:

• what do steroids do to your brain?
• COVID booster updates

STUDYTIME:

• Vaping vs. Smoking - which is worse?

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