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Each week Greg and Mitch of AsapSCIENCE explain the science behind a controversial subject. They use studies, recent research and anecdotes to keep you entertained while *BAM* simultaneously LEARNING! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 8, 2025 • 50min
Is AI slowly ruining science? YES - plz listen!
Science is slowly deteriorating. You might not realize it, but it is being impacted from all angles. Artificial Intelligence is a huge culprit. Paper mills, doctors being replaced by CaBot, ChatGPT stealing from science fields and flooding articles. So what is going to happen? Today we are going to explain why science is slowly being ruined by AI and what you can do to help - the first thing you need to understand is WHAT it is doing.THANK YOU FOR LISTENING AND PLEASE SHARE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 1, 2025 • 33min
How to fall asleep faster!
Sleep - one of the most important things in the world. We aren't kidding - from a health perspective - SLEEP IS KEY! So today we are going to explain to you some up to date research and tips on how to fall asleep faster. THANK US LATER! These are new ways to make your brain relaxed, which help you get more sleep and ensure that you feeling RESTED! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 23, 2025 • 44min
What ACTUALLY Causes Autism? Tylenol, pollutants, screen time ...
The hosts dive into the rising rates of autism, debunking myths around Tylenol use during pregnancy. They discuss the dominant role genetics play, accounting for up to 90% of autism risk. Additionally, environmental factors like pollution and screen time are examined, but found insufficient to explain recent trends. The conversation highlights the evolving understanding of diagnoses, noting the influence of stigma reduction and broader criteria on reported cases. Finally, they critique the politicization of autism and emphasize the dangers of misinformation.

Sep 17, 2025 • 59min
How Concerts Are Replacing Church: BAD BUNNY REVIEW, LADY GAGA REVIEW, TATE MCRAE REWIEW etc....
The science of concerts, why are they so popular right now? Why they decrease stress, anxiety and even depression. Wait, are concerts physiologically on par with religion. Why do concerts elicit states of memory loss, and why are they so stimulating! We will talk about the Bad Bunny residency, Lady Gaga in Toronto, Tate McRae, Lorde - and some of our favorite memories from Rosalia and why Greg is so inspired to create paintings about euphoria at concerts.LET'S GOO!!!!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 10, 2025 • 55min
Toxic masculinity and the "crisis of male culture" ft. YourFriendKevin
Today we are talking about working out, toxic masculinity and the crisis of male identity with "YourFriendKevin" aka. Kevin McDonald. As a popular twitch streamer and personal trainer he has lots to say about toxic masculinity and the state of "work out culture" right now. Working out, the gym, steroids - MALE BODIES have become a pretty intense concept due to on online algorithms and the state of the internet today. We explain the science of toxic masculinity, how it relates to working out and body dysmorphia. We also try to figure out the healthiest way to view your body - and laugh a lot about the crisis of male identity. LEZZZ GOOO!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 3, 2025 • 41min
HPV: the virus causing cancer in young people
The HPV vaccine is essential. We didn't have it until recently and we regret it. It can decrease you ability to get genital warts - but mostly importantly can decrease your susceptibility to THROAT, ANAL AND VAGINAL CANCERS! Today we are breaking down all the science of HPV, and explaining why you need your HPV vaccine. Also how it related to the queer community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 23, 2025 • 48min
Coldplay CEO, Bieber, Zelda Announcement, Wimbledon and more hot gossip!
Today we are talking about the Coldplay CEO being fired, Bieber's new album, the Zelda announcement and Donkey Kong as well. We will update on Lorde, the Bad Bunny residency and more hot gossip-y topics. It is a pause on the science for some extra fun this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 16, 2025 • 51min
How love hacks your brain: obsession, jealousy and Love Island
Today we are recapping Love Island USA - while also explaining the science of jealousy, what love addiction is, how to deal with jealousy and why reality tv is so popular from a psychological perspective.STUDYTIME: The Science of Love IslandWDWLTW:the best way to live to 100when did the word "homosexuality" come into existence? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 9, 2025 • 48min
Do you actually have consciousness?
Is human consciousness real? Or is just a hallucination? Do animals have consciousness, and how does this all relate to spirituality? Today we bring the up to date science on consciousness, the history of how we got here? Why is it always so MINDBLOWING TO LEARN ABOUT - and we essentially both have panic attacks, lol LET'S GO!STUDYTIME: Is human consciousness real?WDWLTW:more fruits and vegetables = better sleepoctopus on MDMA ecstasy and fun Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 2, 2025 • 47min
Type A vs. Type B personality types: is it all BS?
Are you Type A or Type B? This is a question you may have been asked - or you might think you are one over the other. The psychology of personality types is a huge deal online - and it can even inform the way you live your life. Today we explain all of the science and psychology about Type A vs. Type B and figure out if there is any validity at ALL to these claims.STUDYTIME: Are you Type A or Type B and what does that mean? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.