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REGISTRATION FOR OUR BIRD WATCHING EVENT - May 22nd, 6-9 pm HIGH PARK: https://hpncspecialevents.campbrainregistration.com/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! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ASAPSCIENCE BIRD WATCHING HIKE - REGISTER HERE: https://hpncspecialevents.campbrainregistration.com/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 sitesWDWLTW:why splenda is bad for you!how much energy do data center's consume? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Registration for our HIGH PARK BIRDWATCHING EVENT: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 nowWDWLTW:why bird watching helps the environmentwhy splenda is actaully bad for you Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AsapSCIENCE ANNUAL BIRD WATCHING HIKE - MAY 22nd 6-9 pm: Registration Portal: https://hpncspecialevents.campbrainregistration.comWebsite 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 researchWDWLTW:are dire wolves actually back from extinctionwhat happens when you quit social media? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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!STUDYTIME: Is pre-workout dangerous?WDWLTW:what makes a "good day"how to get better media sources in Canada Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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?Today we leave it all on THE POD - GOOD LUCK SURVIVING THESE HOT TAKES HAHAHAHAHHAHA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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! STUDYTIME: How do butt plugs work?WDWTLW:update on the COVID vaccinehow intergenerational trauma is passed on genetically Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.STUDYTIME: Is fiber the best nutrient of all time?WDWLTW:when did houses start having cornerswhy oil and water not mixed creates life Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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!To call in an ask us a question go to asapscience.com/chat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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?STUDYTIME: Why are cock rings so popular?WDWLTWwhy it is good to ITCHthe largest cannabis study ever completed Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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"STUDYTIME: What are hemorrhoids and how do you get rid of them?WDWLTW:how long does it take to make a habitThe art of Felix Gonzalez-Torres Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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?STUDYTIME: Why do things feel so bad right now?WDWLTW:AI predicting weatheris peeing contagious? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.STUDYTIME: Is Bird Flu the next pandemic?WDWLTW: Mirror life - we must stop studying thisthe morality of humans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 seaonSTUDYTIME: Do zinc supplements prevent sickness?What Did We Learn This Week?gene edited tomatoes of the future will be more sweetthe plastic in your home is killing you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 termwhy right wing podcasts and YouTubers are nefarious Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 depressionWDWLTW:why white sand beaches are made of poophow ADHD on tiktok is taking over (in a bad way) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 therapyrat experiments that explain human life Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 nowSTUDYTIME: the new drugs that will make you live to 150WDWLTW:a new nasal spray to stop you from getting the flu or coldschickadee hybrids are blowing my mind Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 fashionthe strange reason you are so bored Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 charismaticWDWLTW:the science of sleepy girl cocktailswhy the fur trade may create the next pandemic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 humanhow to gain more self control Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 rejectionWDWLTW:what is happening with BIRD FLU IN COWSbusting a famous mythResources:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4734881/https://sanlab.psych.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/31/2015/05/39-Decety-39.pdfhttps://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/0956797610374741?casa_token=kNRlwTonRDkAAAAA%3AbzbCxtAnDDbz1LjrIzTsE_2PCjG9sA1cVrtREzfxNTg7vUJVTwWIYmyQnDGPSvWoqrzRiakmYPYmhttps://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-rejection-sensitivity-4682652https://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=11267092345chttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4734881/https://citeseerx.ist.psu.edu/document?repid=rep1&type=pdf&doi=e2691c89353ff81725350c097099c7d4799b3646https://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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 concreteReferences: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/abstracthttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9777910/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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? LOLWDWLTW: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-photographhttps://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/#CR18https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20682754/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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!!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 anythingsome anti-depressants don't work on night owlsREFERENCES:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Twin_Oaks_Community,_Virginiahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intentional_communityhttps://www.forbes.com/sites/quora/2019/04/30/research-about-communes-and-utopian-societies-has-uncovered-these-important-lessons/?sh=5b5af90f283c Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 recapRESOURCES:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4042662/vhttps://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/14017431.2024.2302159https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5941775/https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0531556521002916https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5941775/#B47https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0531556521002916https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/fullarticle/2130724https://journals.physiology.org/doi/full/10.1152/ajpregu.00076.2022https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7908414/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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/455948https://web.archive.org/web/20071101043238/http://www.newsandevents.utoronto.ca/bin2/020218c.asphttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gay_male_speechhttps://www.rowdymagazine.com/post/why-do-gay-men-sound-like-~that~ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 daddieswhy pregnancy ages youREFERENCES:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8468293/https://www.nature.com/articles/s41398-021-01309-7https://bmcmedicine.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12916-022-02712-7https://www.bmj.com/content/381/bmj-2022-071609 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 fatwhy 3D printing wood could change the futureResources:https://www.nature.com/articles/s43587-022-00311-yhttps://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/fullarticle/2771095https://www.inverse.com/mind-body/new-intermittent-fasting-study-explainedhttps://www.sdu.dk/en/om_sdu/fakulteterne/naturvidenskab/nyheder-2024/ketosishttps://www.cell.com/trends/endocrinology-metabolism/abstract/S1043-2760(23)00215-1?_returnURL=https%3A%2F%2Flinkinghub.elsevier.com%2Fretrieve%2Fpii%2FS1043276023002151%3Fshowall%3Dtruehttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intermittent_fastinghttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10509423/#:~:text=Accumulated%20evidence%20suggests%20that%20intermittent,type%20II%20autophagic%20cell%20deathhttps://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2024/03/18/intermittent-fasting-time-restricted-eating/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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, LOLOLOLOLSTUDYTIME: Lucid Dreaming - how it can change your lifeWDWLTW:why hyperflexible people are more susceptible to long COVIDthe evolution of musichttps://www.science.org/content/article/scientists-entered-peoples-dreams-and-got-them-talking?utm_campaign=NewsfromScience&utm_source=Social&utm_medium=Twitterhttps://www.cell.com/current-biology/fulltext/S0960-9822(21)00059-2https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/10/171019100812.htmhttps://psycnet.apa.org/doiLanding?doi=10.1037%2Fdrm0000059https://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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 nowhy flowering plants are studied more than endangered onesREFERENCES:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27215273/https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2021.619640/fullhttps://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/974590https://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%20Cunninghamhttps://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/the-polyamorists-next-door/202210/what-makes-resilient-throuplehttps://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/the-polyamorists-next-door/202208/the-truth-about-threesomes-triads-and-throupleshttps://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/the-polyamorists-next-door/202009/meet-the-couples-that-date-single-womenhttps://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/the-polyamorists-next-door/201601/the-one-penis-policy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 fastWDWLTW:empathy is contagiouswhy Ozempic may cure parkinsonsReferences: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.123.031156https://today.ucsd.edu/story/sedentary-behavior-increases-mortality-riskhttps://www.jospt.org/doi/full/10.2519/jospt.2019.0610https://www.physio-pedia.com/Posture#cite_note-6https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16540876/https://bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12889-023-16617-4https://www.kineed.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Thorvaldur-Skuli-Palsson-paper.pdfhttps://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2023/07/17/posture-devices-back-pain/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 workWDWLTW:social media jealousyopen AI's revolution Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 healthyWDWLTW:how to make transit more greenhow to tell if you have work burnoutReferences:https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/science.ade8064https://news.ki.se/fibroblasts-in-the-penis-are-more-important-for-erectile-function-than-previously-thoughthttps://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0094014321018590?via%3Dihubhttps://norwegianscitechnews.com/2024/02/burnout-identifying-people-at-risk/https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/sjop.12996 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 itWDWLTW:what does the average day look like for humanshow to live to 100https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8776058/https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/pchj.493https://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.0707182104https://www.newscientist.com/article/dn12913-envious-monkeys-can-spot-a-fair-deal/https://guilfordjournals.com/doi/10.1521/jscp.1988.7.1.15 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 patchwhy calorie counting is fakehttps://www.joms.org/article/S0278-2391(19)30349-0/fulltexthttps://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-findhttps://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! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.