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The human brain is affected and influenced by numbers more than we realize, with even small percentages having a big impact on our thoughts and decision-making.
2:14:20 - 2:16:39 (02:19)
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The human brain is affected and influenced by numbers more than we realize, with even small percentages having a big impact on our thoughts and decision-making.
ChapterThe Power of Small Numbers
Episode#183 – Po-Shen Loh: Mathematics, Math Olympiad, Combinatorics & Contact Tracing
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The concept of probability can differ depending on the context, and being able to interpret it correctly can provide valuable knowledge.
11:46 - 14:49 (03:02)
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The concept of probability can differ depending on the context, and being able to interpret it correctly can provide valuable knowledge. While not always easy to measure, probability is a critical tool in fields ranging from finance to epidemiology.
ChapterThe Limits of Correlation
EpisodeJudea Pearl: Causal Reasoning, Counterfactuals, Bayesian Networks, and the Path to AGI
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Taking single ingredient supplements that are third-party tested can ensure you are getting the correct amount of active ingredients without putting yourself at risk of wildly high or low concentrations.
1:43:26 - 1:46:51 (03:25)
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Taking single ingredient supplements that are third-party tested can ensure you are getting the correct amount of active ingredients without putting yourself at risk of wildly high or low concentrations. This is important for everyone, not just performance athletes.
ChapterSupplements Should Be Single Ingredient and Third Party Tested
EpisodeGUEST SERIES | Dr. Andy Galpin: Optimal Nutrition & Supplementation for Fitness
PodcastHuberman Lab
Researchers conducted a study on high doses of psilocybin to see if it could occasion profound mystical experiences in people, similar to those recorded by the great mystics in literature.
43:37 - 46:05 (02:28)
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Researchers conducted a study on high doses of psilocybin to see if it could occasion profound mystical experiences in people, similar to those recorded by the great mystics in literature. The study found that these experiences could safely be induced, with a high percentage of participants reporting it as one of the most meaningful experiences in their lives.
ChapterThe Surprising Benefits of Psychedelic Drugs
Episode#313: Michael Pollan — Exploring The New Science of Psychedelics
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Tensions are increasing in Belarus as the country splits between pro- European or pro-Russian lines amidst the recent election controversies.
48:20 - 50:30 (02:10)
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Tensions are increasing in Belarus as the country splits between pro- European or pro-Russian lines amidst the recent election controversies. While it is uncertain what will happen next, it seems that there is potential for things to end poorly for Belarus, regardless of the outcome.
ChapterThe Situation in Belarus
EpisodePart Two: Alexander Lukashenko: The Dictator of Belarus
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The LD50 determines the lethal dose of a substance that would kill 50% of a group of people while 8% of people who use psilocybin not in a clinical setting report seeking psychiatric help sometime after their experience.
1:07:44 - 1:11:30 (03:46)
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The LD50 determines the lethal dose of a substance that would kill 50% of a group of people while 8% of people who use psilocybin not in a clinical setting report seeking psychiatric help sometime after their experience.
ChapterThe Science of Dosage
Episode#365: Michael Pollan — Exploring the Frontiers of Psychedelics
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Trofim Lysenko was a Soviet scientist who lied and falsified his data to claim that his unconventional methods were the reason for better harvests.
17:37 - 18:26 (00:48)
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Trofim Lysenko was a Soviet scientist who lied and falsified his data to claim that his unconventional methods were the reason for better harvests. He convinced a reporter to cover his work, resulting in a widely-read article that made him a folk hero in the USSR.
ChapterThe Soviet Union's Crop Experiment that Almost Worked
EpisodePart One: The Russian Scientist Who Helped Kill 30 Million People
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The National Geographic Documentary on Breaking Two provides insight on the science and technology involved in the marathon race.
1:10:07 - 1:13:18 (03:11)
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The National Geographic Documentary on Breaking Two provides insight on the science and technology involved in the marathon race. The documentary also showcases Elliot Kipchoge's personality and self-confidence, which is a remarkable life model for individuals seeking to achieve their goals.
ChapterHow Eliud Kipchoge Broke Running's Most Famous Barrier
Episode#046 - Alex Hutchinson - Endure; Finding The Limits Of Human Performance
PodcastModern Wisdom
Comedian Joe Rogan and his guest discuss the possibility of hidden ingredients in energy drinks, using niacinamide as an example, and speculate on the origin of the drink's ingredients.
02:54 - 03:51 (00:56)
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Comedian Joe Rogan and his guest discuss the possibility of hidden ingredients in energy drinks, using niacinamide as an example, and speculate on the origin of the drink's ingredients.
ChapterThe origin of a popular European drink
EpisodePresident Lee Addresses the Nation and Santino Is Back!
PodcastBad Friends
Host Tim Ferriss interviews Jack Canfield on his background as a Harvard graduate with a master's degree in psychological education and co-founder of the Chicken Soup for the Soul book series.
00:00 - 01:34 (01:34)
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Host Tim Ferriss interviews Jack Canfield on his background as a Harvard graduate with a master's degree in psychological education and co-founder of the Chicken Soup for the Soul book series. They discuss the success principles that lead to recovery, specifically how coaching programs have a significantly higher success rate than rehab or Alcoholics Anonymous.
ChapterStarting Your Day for Sobriety
Episode708 How to Break Your Addiction with Jack Canfield
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The murders of young girls in Ohio continued after Robert Buell was imprisoned, with a long lapse in time before the next case in 1989.
31:30 - 33:25 (01:55)
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The murders of young girls in Ohio continued after Robert Buell was imprisoned, with a long lapse in time before the next case in 1989. Experts point out discrepancies in the cases, including the age of potential suspects and the fact that both victims called home before their families realized they were missing.
ChapterThe Continued Murders of Young Girls After William Buell’s Imprisonment.
EpisodeWANTED: Monsters of Ohio Part 2
PodcastCrime Junkie
Lifestyle changes such as reducing alcohol consumption, not smoking, maintaining a healthy weight, and regular exercise can lead to a 15-20% reduction in the incidence of cancer and a 20-30% reduction in mortality or extension of survival once diagnosed with cancer.
56:47 - 57:33 (00:46)
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Lifestyle changes such as reducing alcohol consumption, not smoking, maintaining a healthy weight, and regular exercise can lead to a 15-20% reduction in the incidence of cancer and a 20-30% reduction in mortality or extension of survival once diagnosed with cancer.
ChapterThe Effects of Metformin on the Respiratory Chain
Episode#193: My Life Extension Pilgrimage to Easter Island
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Individuals with uric acid or gout problems are likely to experience kidney stones due to a chronic congenital disorder causing cysteine stones.
11:05 - 13:03 (01:58)
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Individuals with uric acid or gout problems are likely to experience kidney stones due to a chronic congenital disorder causing cysteine stones.
ChapterKidney Stones 101: Types, Causes and Treatment
EpisodeKidney Stones: No! Please, NO!
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Terry Jones, a member of Monty Python, gave directing tips for filmmakers, encouraging them to watch a scene from the comedic film Life of Brian to learn about camera placement and scheduling.
56:02 - 57:57 (01:54)
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Terry Jones, a member of Monty Python, gave directing tips for filmmakers, encouraging them to watch a scene from the comedic film Life of Brian to learn about camera placement and scheduling.
ChapterComparison of Scenes in Directing: Life of Brian vs. Other Movies
EpisodeRob Schneider (Part 2)
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
Burt shares the details of his sleep and recovery stats, including percentages and strain level.
24:49 - 25:19 (00:30)
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Burt shares the details of his sleep and recovery stats, including percentages and strain level.
Chapter'Still a bit of a mystery'
EpisodeEp. 45 | 2 Bears 1 Cave w/ Tom Segura & Bert Kreischer
Podcast2 Bears, 1 Cave with Tom Segura & Bert Kreischer
This transcript is a combination of two different podcasts - Louder Than a Riot and Psychology of Your 20s, discussing the unspoken rules of rap and the big life changes and transitions of our 20s.
00:00 - 01:48 (01:48)
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This transcript is a combination of two different podcasts - Louder Than a Riot and Psychology of Your 20s, discussing the unspoken rules of rap and the big life changes and transitions of our 20s.
ChapterUnspoken Rules in Rap and Psychology in Your 20s
Episode35. BONUS EPISODE: “Don’t talk about us on the podcast”
PodcastThe Psychology of your 20’s
The decision to choose an option based on the probability of maximizing pleasure, versus the certainty of maximizing pleasure, can lead to difficult ethical dilemmas, particularly in medical situations.
20:35 - 23:56 (03:20)
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The decision to choose an option based on the probability of maximizing pleasure, versus the certainty of maximizing pleasure, can lead to difficult ethical dilemmas, particularly in medical situations.
ChapterThe Ethics of Morality
Episode#214 - Cosmic Skeptic - How Do We Define What Is Good & Bad?
PodcastModern Wisdom
Listening to people's experiences with psilocybin, a hallucinogenic compound, it's possible to find spirituality within the mystical core of big faiths and ancient mystery cults, allowing people to feel more compassionate and loving, even after taking just one single dose.
1:19:02 - 1:22:29 (03:26)
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Listening to people's experiences with psilocybin, a hallucinogenic compound, it's possible to find spirituality within the mystical core of big faiths and ancient mystery cults, allowing people to feel more compassionate and loving, even after taking just one single dose.
ChapterThe use of psychedelics to explore creativity and the mystical core of religion
Episode#211 – Brian Muraresku: The Secret History of Psychedelics
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The effects of neurotrophic factors like BDNF have been studied in relation to the antidepressant effects of ketamine and psychedelics, as well as SSRIs and other antidepressants.
3:29:48 - 3:32:26 (02:38)
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The effects of neurotrophic factors like BDNF have been studied in relation to the antidepressant effects of ketamine and psychedelics, as well as SSRIs and other antidepressants. While raising BDNF levels can improve both synaptic efficacy and density, the exact role it plays in the increase of dendritic growth and synaptic density is still being researched.
ChapterThe Future of NMDA Receptor Antagonists for Depression Treatment
Episode#625: Dr. John Krystal — All Things Ketamine, The Most Comprehensive Podcast Episode Ever
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss shares insights on meta-learning, the myth of specialization, and the value of finding the Shinji Takayochis, in his book Tools of Titans.
09:02 - 15:04 (06:01)
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Tim Ferriss shares insights on meta-learning, the myth of specialization, and the value of finding the Shinji Takayochis, in his book Tools of Titans.