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We go through our top science stories, the biggest tech and pop culture moments, and what we predict for next year. It was a wild year, and there were some trends in science that explain more about what is going on in the world at large, ENJOY - and see you next year.XO Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

CRISPR technology is HAPPENING IN HUMANS Y'ALL! There have been some amazing breakthroughs, a long with some controversial missteps, and we will explain them all today! Sickle cell anemia may be cured, but will it affect future generations in a bad way? The science is cutting edge, but fascinating, let's get into it.What Did We Learn This Week?:ear health may be related to EYESIGHT?how bad are cats for the environment?STUDYTIME: everything you need to know about CRISPR-cas9 gene editing! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mysterious Cannabis Syndrome is on the rise. Also known as Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome, more and more people are ending up in the hospital vomiting and screaming from consuming too much weed. Today we will break down what is going on, why you should be worried and if legalizing weed was actually the RIGHT IDEA?WDWLTW:Taiwanese men pull a truck with their testicles and penis, HOW?A new twin study on the vegan dietSTUDYTIME: Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome - everything you need to know! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Genius Audrey Tang, Minister of Digital Affairs in Taiwan, discusses AI's impact on society and the need for ethical considerations. They dive into the intersection of science and AI, the benefits of collective intelligence projects, and the potential threats of AI manipulation in elections and information integrity. Tang emphasizes the importance of AI safety, public-private partnerships, and funding trustworthy AI systems.

Myers-Briggs Personality Tests costs 50 dollars a POP! Personality tests are a billion dollar industry, but is it a full scam? Myers-Briggs is under a lot of scrutiny lately. It is expensive and potentially pseudo-science, but do any other tests work? Today we talk about the psychology of personality tests, therapy and the huge potential scams of pseudo-science.WDWLTW:why the probability of flipping a coin isn't 50/50Why lack of sleep makes you unable to monitor your emotionsSTUDYTIME: Personality Tests: is Myers-Briggs tests a full scam? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Digital Nomads are people who do remote work in other countries in order to live a "better life". Working abroad has been gaining popularity in recent years, but is it ruining local populations and a new version of LIT RAL CONOLIALISM? There is new research on why people do this and what it does to the Earth.WDWLTW: the invasive pig species taking over CanadaIs daylight savings time killing peopleSTUDYTIME: Digital nomads, are they ruining the world? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 5 love languages have become a staple of modern relationships. Ever since the late 80s when they were conceived, people have used them to fall in love, to make their partner understand them and based their whole personality around these ways that they "perceive love". Is there any validity to them? What does psychology say? Because to be fair, they were just MADE UP!WDWLTW:how rats can actually control things WITH THEIR MINDhow burnout ACTUALLY worksSTUDYTIME: The Five Love Languages: are they a problematic concept? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we are talking about TRAVELLING, is it helpful for your body, or just honestly bad for the planet and your well being. We just got back from a Euro trip where tourism had obliterated Italy's ability to feel ... safe? Today we talk about how travelling relates to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, the history of tourism and why humans love to do it.WDWLTW:solar panels are taking overwhy some people don't get COVIDSTUDYTIME: Travelling: is it worth it? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

INFLUENCERS - a bad word IN OUR OPPINION! Today we are going to tell you the juicy details of what we have learned from being *influencers* for over ten years. Things have really changed recently so we wanted to give our insight into how TikTok is changing things, how we approach YouTube after doing it for over ten years and why influencers continue to be so cringey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The FEAR OF MISSING OUT! It is a common anxiety, and for good reason. It is linked to our hunter gatherer ancestors - but also may be created from childhood issues, and the psychology of FOMO IS FASCINATING. Today we explain the up to date science on what it means to have FOMO and how you can learn to live with it.WDWLTW:An asteroid didn't kill the dinosaursHow we can ACTUALLY use policy to stop climate changeSTUDYTIME: FOMO - HOW DO YOU COPE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.