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Oct 22, 2025 • 55min

Climate Optimism: the radical shift we need to survive ft. Dr. Shelby Riskin

Dr. Shelby Riskin is a professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Toronto. Recently she was a part of a mind blowing discovery found in the soil underneath a newly developed Toronto park. Today we are going to talk about what was found, the history of wetlands, how they relate to the Climate Crisis and most importantly - how "Climate Optimism" may be the key to surviving the "Climate Crisis". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 15, 2025 • 1h 2min

The gayest conversation ever: Taylor Swift reaction, Bad Bunny superbowl, gay halloween etc.

To cleanse the timeline, and ease up on constant episodes about the attack on science - it is our bi-annual pop culture episode!!! We talk about our reaction to "Life of a Showgirl" by Taylor Swift. The Bad Bunny Superbowl halftime show (and how often Greg has cried to DtMF). Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau. Why "One Battle After Another" made us fight. The new Rosalia announcement. And the constant dragging of gay people on halloween!!!Enjoy - back to science content next week 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.

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