The speaker talks about their observations on how people perceive physical attractiveness and how they present themselves in science meetings, while also mentioning some of their personal interests.
Learn about the ulnar nerve and its role in coordinating hand movements and grip, as well as the potential for hitting your funny bone on this nerve and experiencing a strange sensation.
The experience of having fun is a flow state, where we simply exist in the present. It's easy to recognize when someone is having fun because they look illuminated from within.
The podcast episode discusses the science of color vision and its answers to questions about art and the variation of individual perception, all of which can be found in the book "What is Color?"
In this podcast, the speaker discusses the use of the term "science" as a way to justify subjective beliefs and how the process of science should instead involve inquiry and challenging hypotheses. They also touch on the controversy surrounding Joe Rogan's comments on vaccines and the need for informed discussion on the topic.
A scientist reflects on his contributions to moving science forward and hopes to be remembered as a good role model for how humans should live their lives. He expresses gratitude for the creation of his instruments and acknowledges the collective effort of humans behind them.
The anechoic chamber is the quietest room on earth, where no sound can penetrate and background noise measures -9.4 decibels, deadening all noise, including movement of the human body, causing aural hallucinations and also stress.
The conversation explores the vast potential of scientific research in solving human-related problems, such as the quest to achieve immortality and extend human lifespan, brain-computer interfaces, and optimizing human performance. Elon Musk's impact on research and ambition in the scientific community is also discussed.
This episode features a scientist who is a guest and talks about treating oneself as a research participant, though not in a formal study setting. The episode also tackles the rigorous methodology that scientists follow in conducting experiments.
The origins of the world and of humans have been studied by many scientists, leading to a better understanding of the cosmos and the appearance of mankind, all pointing to the goodness of the creator who gave humans the ability to ask and seek the answers to these profound questions.
Professor Paul Steinhardt from Princeton University talks about his discovery of a new type of matter that culminates in finding an asteroid that no one has ever found before and a type of matter that no one knew existed, which he writes about in his book The Second Kind of Impossible.
Dr. Dacher Keltner talks about the new knowledge of meditation, compassion, and stress and how it can benefit us in our daily life.
In this episode, the hosts discuss the importance of humility and teamwork in both the fields of science and comedy, touching on the dangers of making exaggerated claims and the importance of working well with others.
The fear of death is the number one fear for humans, and it is controlled by a unique set of receptors that each individual possesses. Our cells have antennas called receptors that receive broadcasts, and no two people have the same set of these receptors.
Emily Leproust's heroic journey in the field of DNA synthesis was a lost decade of bootstrapping and determination that created a new vaccine and multi-billion dollar companies.
Russian researchers tested an experimental gas-based stimulant by keeping five people awake for 15 days straight, then falsely promised their freedom if they could last for 30 days without sleep. As the sleep-deprived subjects became increasingly unstable, they eventually begged to be cut open.
The speaker muses on the idea of using a series of mirrors set up in space to look back in time, but acknowledges the limitations of distance and light years.
Dave Asprey discusses his work in anti-aging and the science behind slowing the aging process, as well as tips for looking and feeling better as we age. He also mentions his upcoming books on the subject.
The theory of different dimensions may offer an explanation for unexplained events such as the Mandela effect, where people remember things differently from how they are in reality. If proven, this theory could also account for missing objects, such as the search for a plane that disappeared without a trace.
The possibility of creating a lightsaber from a cloud of super cold rubidium gas is currently being tested by science, while the most practical approach for a real lightsaber would be a magnetic field shaping a superheated tube of gas.
Matthew Walker, author of "Why We Sleep", shares his research on the importance of sleep for the human body and mind, debunking myths about sleep and highlighting the dire consequences of sleep deprivation.
The existence of unexplained phenomena is a subject that is often derided. While science certainly has its limits, it's difficult to find facts and concrete answers to explain these occurrences.
A quick mention of the round earth theory during a conversation about skydiving and Patreon.
A humorous discussion about the coolness factor of pendulums vs the less exciting anti-adromia.
This podcast discusses the challenge of overcoming language and appearance barriers in the field of science, with a focus on the experiences of women and people with accents.
