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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.
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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
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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.
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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?
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the science of conversion therapyrat experiments that explain human lifeHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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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
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a new nasal spray to stop you from getting the flu or coldschickadee hybrids are blowing my mindHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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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?
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how animals use fashionthe strange reason you are so boredHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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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?
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the loneliness epidemic is real - but what do we do about it?The world made end in 2056 - due to the Atlantic meridional overturning circulationHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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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
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the science of sleepy girl cocktailswhy the fur trade may create the next pandemicHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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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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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.
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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?
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does eating cheese make you live longer?why is Europe so HOT right now?Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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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?
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the first pig kidney transplant in a humanhow to gain more self controlHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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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
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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.pdf
https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-rejection-sensitivity-4682652
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6968853/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4734881/
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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?
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can you smell if it is going to rain?the new way we are recycling concreteReferences:
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!
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GAY FACE - why do gay people look like that? LOL
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Why are gorilla's SO jacked?What is climate change going to do to sports?REFERENCES:
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?
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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,_Virginia
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intentional_community
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