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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 Resemble the Universe? STUDYTIME: 22:17  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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? STUDYTIME: DRINKING ALCOHOL 10:23  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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: 14:05    See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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!!!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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 LOVESICK!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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 solar farm!!! 6:17 - The migration of birds and insects and HOW MANY ARE FLYING AROUND YOU RIGHT NOW STUDYTIME: TAKEOUT 13:07    See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This ep is LOL! Chewing loudly, nails on a chalkboard, LEAVING FOOD IN THE SINK!? Everyone has a pet peeve, but where do they come from, why do they exist and HOW CAN YOU OVERCOME THEM!? We are speak with the HILARIOUS DUO Stacey Kay and Kayla Bulmer of the AMAZING HILARIOUS podcast I Have To Call My Sister about their pet peeves, and add in the science throughout! STUDYTIME - Pet Peeves ft. I Have To Call My Sister Podcast: 12:24 What did we learn this week?: 3:38 - what is the funniest joke in the world according to science? 7:43 - why are there so many crab like physical forms?    See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The science of muscles, motivation and steroids is fascinating. In recent years it seems humans have become obsessed with health and fitness, but what does science say? Also, is 'roid rage' real? We break it all down today! STUDYTIME: MUSCLES 02:53 WDWLTW: 28:35 - puppy dog eyes have evolved to manipulate you! 31:25 - how much garbage is in space?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Volatile organic compounds, nature bathing, repotting plants and your heart rate, there are a lot of studies about houseplants and your health ... but is it all good? STUDYTIME - Houseplants: 02:46  WDWLTW: 28:34 - Is twitter racist? 36:35 - if you see a firefly flying ... it's dying  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dried fruits, simple veggies, PINEAPPLE EVEN!? WHAT WILL HUMANS EAT ON MARS!? Dr. Sian Proctor is an incredible food scientist who spent months living on a MARS SIMULATION! She has applied this knowledge to better understand sustainable eating here on Earth but ALSO predict what we will be eating on MARS!!! Dr. Proctor Interview: 2:22 What Did We Learn This Week: 53:49 - how orange and red veggies and fruit can make you look more tanned 57:55 - can acetaminophen help help you take risks!?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Glycerol, retinol, phenoxyethanol - chemicals galore! Are face cream ingredients fake or do they actually help your skin? There is a lot of misinformation out there, but one cream we study today truly is the best! WDWLTW: 04:14 - you were lied to about sperm 06:47 - a molecule in honeybee venom can prevent breast cancer STUDYTIME: 12:24 - Face creams      See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The vulva, lubrication and Bartholin's glands contribute to a WAP! In fact, there is a reason why Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion's song is a scientific masterpiece. We will explain it to you, plus some fascinating science about sexuality and why we all love WAP WAP WAPs!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Marques Brownlee is the king of tech on YouTube. Today he explains how the pandemic is affecting tech product roll outs, if Mitch needs to drop his Android for an iPhone, and how he cultivated over 11 million subscribers on YouTube. What Did We Learn This Week: 1:25 - why your musical taste freezes at age 30 6:50 - why head lice is an evolutionary advantage Marques Brownlee Interview: 10:22    See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Meditation activates your default mode network, but how? Can meditating help other people around you? What is the best way to meditate? We answer it all and also have some v centred, chill and relaxed scientific convoszszzz! What Did We Learn This Week: 5:08 - why collagen in skin creams is FAKE 8:00 - why being a jerk doesn't help your life Meditation STUDYTIME: 11:18    See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Are economists evil or the backbone of society? Anna Gifty explains economics, sociology and how diversity on wall street can prevent economic crashes. What did we learn this week: 1:32 - are government assistance programs cost effective? 5:36 - how our gut bacteria eats us when we die Anna Gifty on Economics: 9:15    See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The end will come, but how? Katie Mack, the brilliant cosmologist and author of the new book The End of Everything (Astrophysically Speaking) is here to blow our minds and honestly, change our perception of ... EVERYTHING! Also, go buy her book! We loved it, it made us laugh, cry, challenged us and explained complex concepts of physics in the most incredible and simple ways. We love Katie, we love this convo and we LOVE HER BOOK!   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This is the updated science on masks. How many droplets do they stop? What are the best kinds? How can you test them yourselves. What Did We Learn This Week?: 2:00 - the history of breathing 8:30 - why are some people more sensitive to pain? STUDYTIME: 12:20 - EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MASKS!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Esther Odekunle studies the neurophysiology of Starfish, and your brain. She teaches us how starfish vomit out their stomachs, how "sensitive" they are and what they're sperm looks like, lol! She also explains the beautiful way in which she found science and teaches us about her science communication. What Did We Learn This Week: 2:26 - New research on why elephants get drunk 5:12 - How gratitude makes you have better sex INTERVIEW W/ DR. ESTHER: 9:12  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Does being born first make you smarter? Does having more siblings mean less parental care? There is a lot of scientific information on birth order, but what does the most recent research say? WHAT DID WE LEARN THIS WEEK?: 5:33 - How electricity changed our evenings 10:13 - Are Filipino Flying Foxes, really THAT BIG!?!? STUDYTIME: 15:58 - Recent research on Birth Order      See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

"Can I Speak To The Manager" is Greg's other podcast where he and his co-host study an artists career to decide why they're famous, what went wrong and how they should comeback. This weeks episode is about Ke$ha / Kesha! Greg went from like to love with Kesha, but will admit things have gone wrong. So find out how they think she should comeback, and subscribe for weekly episodes!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.