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Skeptics and believers, gather round! There's been buzz about UFOs lately, so we’re here to uncover the TRUTH! We’re going to discuss what these objects likely are and what our odds are of finding extraterrestrial life in the universe. What did we learn this week?2:14 Scientists Have Developed a THIRD THUMB?! 7:31 How Can You Identify A Baltimore Oriole?Studytime: 14:46   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We’re celebrating vaccinations with an episode all about needles. Why are we so scared of them? What is the evolutionary basis behind that fear? We even share some tips on how to get over that fear! What did we learn this week?1:16 Why are otters so cute and playful?!9:18 How come if cats fits, they sits? / Why do cats love small spaces so much?Studytime: 13:09  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Summer's coming! And after a year of quarantine, we thought we could use some science to motivate us. We'll be looking at calorie counting - does it even work, or is it not quite as simple as some make it seem? What happens when you work out your muscles, and how do steroids actually work?What did we learn this week?4:10 The fungus that takes over ants8:35 The impact of eye contact between dog's and their owners13:16 Studytime  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today’s episode is about DREAMS! Not your hopes and dreams, but the kind you have when you’re fast asleep. Why do you have dreams? What they actually mean? And what’s going on inside your brain as you dream?! Don’t sleep on this one! What did we learn this week?7:01 When Does Cognitive Empathy Develop in Humans?13:25 Our Ancestors Adapted So That We Could Get Drunk?! 20:13 Studytime  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This is EXPLICIT, so make sure you’re not listening with young ones around! We’re talking about sex, our own bodies, sharing personal sex stories, and also looking at the evolution of penises and the decrease of male fertility around the world. If you’re down to listen to us talk about sexual health, this one’s for you! What did we learn this week?4:26 Swarms of Mayflies are Basically An Orgy?10:20 American Honey is Radioactive?Studytime: 15:34  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today we’re spilling the TEA on…well, the science of tea and also the Monarchy! With Harry and Meghan interview and the passing of Prince Philip, it seemed like an interesting time to investigate The Monarchy. Are they inbred and proliferating a blood disease? Bloody hell!  What did we learn this week? 6:40 Your Body Ages at Three DISTINCT Ages?! 9:33 Birds Are Born Knowing How to Fly South for the Winter?! Studytime: 14:35  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Science is ELITIST, and today the incredible science communicator Raven the Science Maven (who is getting her DANG PHD IN SCICOMM) helps explain why, but also teach us all about the intricacies of science communication. WDWLTW: 2:53 - this is the only way music can help you focus! 9:06 - when did the first domesticated dog come to the America's? https://audible.com/asapscience https://betterhelp.com/sidenote    See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Building the perfect salad is an art…to some. Today we’re tackling the divisive subject of the salad from the history of kale to the science of salad dressing. Prepare yourself for the biggest debate of ALL TIME: whether or not salads are even worth eating!  Help out the show and yourself by going to betterhelp.com/SIDENOTE What did we learn this week? 8:36 Who is Kendall Jenner?  12:23 Our Noses Can Distinguish Over A Trillion Different Odors! Studytime: 21:41  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today we are GOSSIPING! Is it good, is it bad, is it simply human nature? We’re joined by the hilarious and fantastic comedian Hoodo Hersi to hear what she thinks about gossip and the ways she participates in it!  What did we learn this week?: 3:05 - Why Young People Are Having Less Casual Sex Than Ever (and It’s Not Because of the Pandemic!) 8:20 - How Noblemen 2700 Years Ago Kept Their Skin Moisturised Studytime: Gossip: Is It Healthy?  13:09 Go to betterhelp.com/SIDENOTE  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The science of gift giving is complex. It is a prosocial behaviour but it makes Greg panic and Mitch hates performing while receiving gifts. What is going on here? What Did We Learn This Week: 2:53 - Why We Won't Have Banana's in 20 years 8:05 - There is a Disease Where You POO When You Enter BOOKSTORES!? STUDYTIME: 12:08  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

SpaceX, Mars Perseverance, Virgin Galactic - are humans going to live on MARS!? Today we are joined by Emily Calandrelli who is WAY smarter than us about all this stuff so she can teach us WHAT THE HECK IS GOING WITH PRIVATE AND PUBLIC SPACEFLIGHT! What Did We Learn This Week 03:23 - Why Two Candles Can Replace the Sensor Bar on Your Wii! 06:22 - Why Did Europeans Colonize the Americas? Studytime: LIFE ON MARS 13:13  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Merch, private jets, thirst traps, advertising McDonalds, are influencers ruining the planet? Today we look at the carbon footprint of an influencers, are influencers worse than traditional celebrities and wait ... are we influencers!? WHAT DID WE LEARN THIS WEEK 5:27: “Gay Voice” and Gaydar - and how it impacts people’s lives? 14:43: where does our Salmon come from? STUDYTIME: Influencers 22:49 Go to betterhelp.com/sidenote to get 10% of your first month and start taking charge of your mental health! Go to skillshare.com/sidenote to get a free trial of the premium membership!    See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

How much water? Is 'dusting' plants bad? Is peat moss inherently evil? SHOULD YOU REPOT PLANTS? We have all the answers with plant expert Nick Pileggi!  What Did We Learn This Week? 7:20 - Seaweed is in Your Toothpaste, Ice Cream and Salad Dressing! 11:02 - How Energy Drinks Change Your Brain STUDYTIME: PLANT TIPS 17:17  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sprained ankles, sore backs, broken knees ... are we built right? Today we explore how painful the human body can be, and specific ways that we could fix it! What Did We Learn This Week: 7:53 - Do Plants Have Consciousness? 12:51 - How LSD “Free’s” Your Brain STUDYTIME 19:40 This episode is sponsored by SKILLSHARE. Go to https://www.skillshare.com/SIDENOTE for a FREE TRIAL OF THE PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP! This episode is sponsored by MAGIC SPOON. Go to magicspoon.com/sidenote and use the code SIDENOTE for 5$ off!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

"New variants of concern" is an ominous name. Today we will go through the most recent research about how scared we should be. Also, what can we do to mitigate their spread and will the vaccines work? What Did We Learn This Week: 07:26 - How Hot Will the Earth be by 2100? 10:42 - How Your Childhood Diet Affects You For Life Studytime: 16:56  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Vaccine hesitancy is running rampant. Today we explain why Facebook is causing it, tips to convert anti-vaxxers and the POWER OF EMPATHY (which can obviously be really hard at times). This episode is sponsored by SKILLSHARE. Go to https://www.skillshare.com/SIDENOTE for a FREE TRIAL OF THE PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP! WHAT DID WE LEARN THIS WEEK 7:08 - Would you save 1 human over 100 dogs? 13:21 - There are no animals on land that do not have a left and right side of their body that isn’t a mirror image of each other STUDYTIME 19:45  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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? STUDYTIME:  18:34  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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 STUDYTIME: 18:11    See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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

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: 15:00  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.