Crying: why do your eyes leak?

We are the only animals that cry emotionally. Scientists don't know exactly why we do it, but all of our theories lead us to believe it is a healthy practice, and maybe we should seek it out. Today we are going to explain all the up to date research about BALLING YOUR EYES OUT! WHAT DID WE LEARN THIS WEEK: 7:40 - Why Platypus Are So Weird 12:40 - Do Bees Have Consciousness?...

Boredom: creative catalyst or horrible feeling?

The science of boredom is confusing. Depending on the study it is considered helpful, or harmful. Today we are going to look into why, and how we can all cope or even thrive in the midst of pandemic boredom. WHAT DID WE LEARN THIS WEEK 5:04 -Astronomers have detected millions of signals from an intelligent civilization 13:08 - dark-eyed junco come to Toronto from the arctic ...

Winter: how to cope and thrive!

All humans experience winter. The pandemic is a form of winter, forcing us to be stagnant, stay inside and reflect. There are fascinating psychological studies on how to cope with the winter, and how to even make it your FAVOURITE SEASON!? WHAT DID WE LEARN THIS WEEK: 8:04 -  how biodiversity makes you happy 12:24 - trees bud in SUMMER!? STUDYTIME: 15:16  

Marijuana: what happens when you quit?

Weed changes your brain, so what happens if you stop? Today we explain what happens when you get stoned, what endocannabinoids do in our body and how they create LEGIT WITHDRAWAL SYMPTOMS! WHAT DID WE LEARN THIS WEEK: 5:50 - Human language evolved as GOSSIP! 8:39 - Driving under the influence of CBD does not affect your ability to drive STUDY TIME on QUITTING WEED:...

Humour: what makes something funny?

The science of comedy is complicated. It involves complex neurophysiology, culture, context and … feeling safe? We evolved language between 80,000 - 160,000 years ago and jokes evolved alongside that. Today we will break down what makes something funny, why laughing feels good and teach you how to become a funnier person! WHAT DID WE LEARN THIS WEEK: 8:20 - We NEED To Use Natural Dyes!!! 15:25 - Does The Brain...

Drinking Alcohol: how bad is it?

Vodka, Beer or Cider? Is one worse than others? With the holidays coming, being stuck at home and drinking can become a vice. So, according to physiology, how bad is it? Today we talk about why you get drunk, if small amounts can be healthy and why alcohol can feel “fun”.  WHAT DID WE LEARN THIS WEEK: 3:00 - Female Hares Can Get Pregnant Twice at the Same Time 6:50 - What If You Lost Your Sense Of Smell?...

COVID-19 Vaccine Update: What's the gossip?

Spring 2021? Moderna better than Pfizer? 94.5% vs. 90%? What details do we know about these slique new super BRILLIANTLY MADE COVID-19 vaccines? All around it is hopeful news, but we will explain some caveats to the press releases, why conservatives are less likely to get it and all the info you need for your next zoom cocktail party ... WDWLTW: 4:40 - MURDER HORNETS ARE BACK!?!? 8:20 - Jeans are ruining the planet, here's how! STUDYTIME on COVID-19 VACCINES:...

Among Us: how video games play with your emotions

Video games, such as Among Us, have become popular in a pandemic, but why do we as humans love them? Studies find it is about guilt, the reward pathways of the brain and making things taboo feel normal. Also we start of the top by talking about the MEANING OF LIFE!!!

Crushes - why do we get them? ft. DJ Mausner

A brain while crushing is similar to people on COCAINE! In the past people thought a crush was a lovesicknesses disease that caused you to become obsessed, and mentally ill. They even thought the lovesick disease was passed through your eyes. Now studies explain it is controlled by neurons in your brain, and it all starts when you are young. Today we are joined by comedian @djmausner to talk about first crush, our biggest crushes right now, and when in our lives we got THE MOST...

Take Out - how bad is it?

Styrofoam, aluminum, plastic - which is worse? Also, new studies show we are getting way more takeout in the pandemic, so what does that mean for the environment? And, WHY DON’T WE BURN ALL OUR STYROFOAM LIKE EUROPE!? There is SO much fascinating information to learn about when studying take out WHAT DID WE LEARN THIS WEEK: 2:36 - The soon to be built, world's largest...