Episode
Solving The Unsolvable
1:10:02
Published: Mon Sep 12 2022
Description
Why humans sleep, the creation of the universe, alien life: today the guys attempt to solve these great mysteries... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Chapters
In this episode of Distractable, Wade, Mark, and Bob discuss the mystery of why we sleep and the expansion of the universe, as well as spooky gases and games.
00:00 - 00:51 (00:51)
Summary
In this episode of Distractable, Wade, Mark, and Bob discuss the mystery of why we sleep and the expansion of the universe, as well as spooky gases and games.
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The hosts discuss the nostalgia for the earlier days of YouTube when having a few hundred or thousand subscribers was a milestone, and the excitement of long-time viewers who have been watching for over a decade.
00:52 - 05:54 (05:02)
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The hosts discuss the nostalgia for the earlier days of YouTube when having a few hundred or thousand subscribers was a milestone, and the excitement of long-time viewers who have been watching for over a decade.
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The speaker discusses the benefits of walking on an incline for exercise but expresses concern over the health ramifications of prolonged periods without sleep.
05:54 - 07:58 (02:04)
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The speaker discusses the benefits of walking on an incline for exercise but expresses concern over the health ramifications of prolonged periods without sleep. They mention how horror games can increase heart rate and help one focus, but also lead to prolonged periods of sitting still.
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The speaker ponders on the unsolved mysteries of the universe such as the purpose of sleep, and discusses a new era of horror games with unique jump mechanics.
07:58 - 11:39 (03:41)
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The speaker ponders on the unsolved mysteries of the universe such as the purpose of sleep, and discusses a new era of horror games with unique jump mechanics. They also muse about the reason why some people struggle to fit everything they need to accomplish in daily life.
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Sleep plays a crucial role in purging the inbox of the brain and solidifying memories in long term storage.
11:39 - 14:43 (03:04)
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Sleep plays a crucial role in purging the inbox of the brain and solidifying memories in long term storage. Private health insurance provides premium benefits like quick appointments, physician treatment, and 24/7 medical assistance.
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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.
14:43 - 19:14 (04:31)
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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.
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The speaker discusses the sleep patterns of horses, noting that they only require approximately two hours of sleep per day.
19:14 - 22:37 (03:23)
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The speaker discusses the sleep patterns of horses, noting that they only require approximately two hours of sleep per day.
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The speaker discusses the limitations of fire-based light sources for outdoor activities and wonders how animals, including dogs, have adapted to limited lighting.
22:37 - 26:27 (03:50)
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The speaker discusses the limitations of fire-based light sources for outdoor activities and wonders how animals, including dogs, have adapted to limited lighting. The speaker also touches on the intentional breeding of dog breeds and the adaptations of other animals for energy conservation.
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Explore the sleep patterns of animals, from dogs to non-multicellular organisms, and the use of idioms in language.
26:27 - 28:39 (02:12)
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Explore the sleep patterns of animals, from dogs to non-multicellular organisms, and the use of idioms in language.
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The speaker ponders on various theories about the start of the universe including religious theories and scientific concept of the universe expanding and growing.
28:39 - 31:07 (02:28)
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The speaker ponders on various theories about the start of the universe including religious theories and scientific concept of the universe expanding and growing.
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Voyager 1 was launched in the 70s with a mission length of five years, but now it's leaving our solar system after passing by Neptune and our understanding of space is incomprehensible in the grand scheme of things.
31:07 - 35:24 (04:17)
Summary
Voyager 1 was launched in the 70s with a mission length of five years, but now it's leaving our solar system after passing by Neptune and our understanding of space is incomprehensible in the grand scheme of things.
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Scientists have discovered galaxies 13.8 billion light years away which challenges previously established theories as the galaxies shouldn't have formed in such a short amount of time from the Big Bang, but rather people are looking back in time and the universe appears to be 13.8 billion years old from where Earth is.
35:24 - 39:25 (04:01)
Summary
Scientists have discovered galaxies 13.8 billion light years away which challenges previously established theories as the galaxies shouldn't have formed in such a short amount of time from the Big Bang, but rather people are looking back in time and the universe appears to be 13.8 billion years old from where Earth is.
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The experience of time is relative near the speed of light according to the theory of relativity.
39:25 - 42:49 (03:24)
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The experience of time is relative near the speed of light according to the theory of relativity. A light particle, moving at the speed of light, experiences all events of the universe instantaneously, while observations of that particle's experience of time differ from our own.
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The search for alien life is an intriguing topic as scientists look for signs of water, organic compounds, and the right atmosphere for life to thrive in other galaxies and planets, despite not having found any evidence yet.
42:49 - 45:05 (02:16)
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The search for alien life is an intriguing topic as scientists look for signs of water, organic compounds, and the right atmosphere for life to thrive in other galaxies and planets, despite not having found any evidence yet. Earth itself is fascinating in that it had all the right ingredients for life to begin.
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The way aliens are often depicted as humanoid raises questions about their supposed origin and the likelihood of other creatures evolving in the same way.
45:05 - 47:52 (02:46)
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The way aliens are often depicted as humanoid raises questions about their supposed origin and the likelihood of other creatures evolving in the same way. The prevalence of human-like depictions of gods and aliens in various religions and mythologies also add to this mystery.
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The human concept of an all-powerful, omnipotent being is limited by our own physical form and perspective, making it impossible for us to truly comprehend what it means to be God-like.
47:52 - 50:07 (02:14)
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The human concept of an all-powerful, omnipotent being is limited by our own physical form and perspective, making it impossible for us to truly comprehend what it means to be God-like.
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This podcast discusses the formation of solar systems, galaxies and the origin of DNA.
50:07 - 55:30 (05:23)
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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.
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The speaker reflects on the importance of promoting past work and highlights a particularly funny moment from a project.
55:30 - 58:05 (02:35)
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The speaker reflects on the importance of promoting past work and highlights a particularly funny moment from a project.
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The use of specific sounds in ASMR videos can create a hypnotic and therapeutic effect on the listener.
58:05 - 1:00:34 (02:29)
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The use of specific sounds in ASMR videos can create a hypnotic and therapeutic effect on the listener. Even seemingly mundane scenarios like a customer service call can become soothing in the right sonic environment.
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Mark receives a total of 13 points, including a bonus two points for conducting research.
1:00:34 - 1:02:27 (01:53)
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Mark receives a total of 13 points, including a bonus two points for conducting research.
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The hosts of Distractable discuss inside jokes, pointless arguments, and whether they stacked the winning points before recording the episode.
1:02:27 - 1:03:58 (01:31)
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The hosts of Distractable discuss inside jokes, pointless arguments, and whether they stacked the winning points before recording the episode.
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The transcript is a messy announcement of new merch and a Discord server for the Distractable Podcast, along with instructions on where to find them and a clarification that there will be no other cross-promotion.
1:03:58 - 1:04:41 (00:43)
Summary
The transcript is a messy announcement of new merch and a Discord server for the Distractable Podcast, along with instructions on where to find them and a clarification that there will be no other cross-promotion.