Astrophysicist Avi Loeb reflects on the importance of scientific pursuits, highlighting that it shouldn't be about recognition, but rather, discovering the truth. He also acknowledges that the possibility of aliens cannot be ruled out.
This episode discusses the science behind yawning and why it's so hard to resist the urge. It also covers the different factors that could trigger a yawn, including stress and anxiety.
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.
Fun and varied experiences that increase dopamine levels in the brain, make time seem to pass quickly, while boring or unpleasant experiences seem to drag on. Cold showers and submersion in cold water may also impact the brain's perception of time.
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.
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.
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.
Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson speaks about the effectiveness of the book "Cosmos" co-written by Ann Druyan in conveying scientific knowledge and how journalists should present scientific discoveries to the public.
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.
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 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.
Dr. Dacher Keltner talks about the new knowledge of meditation, compassion, and stress and how it can benefit us in our daily life.
Neuroplasticity is the ability of the brain to change itself. Adults can still learn new skills, though the way in which the brain processes information may differ from that of a child's brain.
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.
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.
The speaker reflects on the existence of energy in the human body and its potential for existence beyond the physical body when it is passed on or changed. He questions where this energy might go once it no longer exists in the bodily form.
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.
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 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.
Understanding the history behind the creation of the BMI and IQ tests reveals a flawed perspective towards race and genetics by those who didn't think they were being discriminatory. These scientific measures highlight the human desire to rank and prove genetic superiority, even if those biases were not obvious to the creators at the time.
