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.
In this conversation, the hosts talk about how photons transfer energy to atoms, the relationship between distance and energy, and how the energy of a photon determines its type.
The Gravity Blanket gained popularity during a time when people were looking towards science for comfort, and Elon Musk's influence made anything he did extremely popular. Meanwhile, quant hedge funds weren't effective.
This episode discusses the thunderclap headache caused by eating extremely hot peppers and a similar ice cream headache caused by an increase in blood pressure. The podcast also explores the effects of adenosine and energy drinks on the body during exercise.
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.
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.
The simulation theory and other concepts such as clairvoyance and reincarnation are not part of science because they cannot be disproven.
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.
When conducting experiments with short-lived control groups, even a small effect size can be inflated, leading to an overestimation of results.
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.
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.
David Sinclair discusses the development of viruses and chemicals that can reverse aging by spreading age reversal evenly throughout the body and the challenges in getting something proven in science.
Dr. Dacher Keltner talks about the new knowledge of meditation, compassion, and stress and how it can benefit us in our daily life.
The act of imagination consuming science creates something that potentially leads to the next step in scientific progress, similar to how Ex Machina is inspiring and creating the future of science through thought experiments and existing knowledge. A person can comprehend science by dedicating time and effort to understand its principles.
In the 1900s, California used radiation to control their fly population by breeding more flies, sterilizing them, and then releasing them so that for six months, there would be more flies but they would not reproduce, while today, scientists experiment with spreading a disease through mosquitoes to wipe out all the pests in South America.
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 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.
This podcast discusses the formation of solar systems, galaxies and the origin of DNA. The speaker explores related topics such as collisions and the possibility of new life in freshly formed solar systems.
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.
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.
