Our working sense of smell is a powerful tool. When odor receptors are triggered by the smell molecules, neurons send information to the brain for categorization and association with emotions and moods.
The podcast host discusses the conflicting character of a scientist who gained national attention even though he had strange behavior, questionable scientific methods, and a controversial diet. The host reflects on how the scientist's death led to a sad portrait of obsession with self-experimentation.
Dr. Nolan Williams discusses the success of his science podcast and how it allows him to showcase the amazing work on psychedelics and transcranial magnetic stimulation that he and others are doing to cure depression.
This podcast discusses the role of melanocytes and the absorption of ultraviolet light in creating changes in our skin pigmentation, as well as the ways in which photoreceptors inform other cells about the presence of light.
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 podcast episode discusses the pros and cons of eating boogers, including the fact that you may already be doing it without realizing due to the presence of auto-munching.
The podcast covers a plethora of topics ranging from the effects of stress on the body, science of hope, neuroplasticity, deep relaxation techniques, science of gratitude and more.
The speaker discusses the idea of donating one's body for experimental science and how some individuals might be willing to try it out if given the opportunity.
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.
The speaker discusses the process of finding and choosing relevant literature to research a topic with a focus on science, citing a personal bibliography of 8000 entries in aging literature.
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 communication among scientists has always been essential for the progress of science, and even during the Cold War, Russian scientists were communicating with the rest of the world. The character played by Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson in the movie "Rampage" is portrayed as a charming and humorous person, making it difficult to believe that he is not a people person.
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.
The podcast discusses the science behind the umami taste and how glutamate plays a role in producing it.
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.
Circadian rhythms control many aspects of our bodily functions, and dysregulation of these rhythms have been linked to various health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. Despite their importance, our understanding of these rhythms is still in its early stages.
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.
The episode talks about how feeling a sense of awe can have a calming effect on us, even when we look at something through our peripheral vision. It also discusses the benefits of having a gratitude ritual, where we think of three things we are grateful for every night before sleeping.
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 speaker discusses how the lack of scientific rigor and understanding can be seen in political decision-making, citing examples of Biden's May 1st vaccine date and concerns over infrastructure spending.
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.
A quick mention of the round earth theory during a conversation about skydiving and Patreon.
In this episode, Brian Cox talks about various scientific topics and his experience as a physicist. The conversation is engaging and filled with banter, rather than just being a dry lecture.
Dr. Dacher Keltner talks about the new knowledge of meditation, compassion, and stress and how it can benefit us in our daily life.
Sean Carroll discusses how to differentiate between scientific edge cases and individuals who are fundamentally unscientific.
