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ZELDA IS BACK!!! This podcast is about the adventure-filled quests and captivating music of Zelda as well ad the science behind the game. We'll delve into the psychology of game design and discuss how Zelda and other video games can affect our brains and emotions. From the concept of flow and immersion to the role of reward systems and game mechanics, we'll explore the intricate ways in which games like Zelda captivate and engage us.What Did We Learn This Week:The first baby was born with THREE PEOPLE'S DNAA Brazilian mosquito factory is going to release millions of infected mosquitoes - WHY?13:07 STUDYTIME: Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - THE SCIENCE OF VIDEO GAMES Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Explore the interaction between cannabis and sleep, discussing how marijuana affects sleep quality, the impact of consuming edibles at night, and the consequences of using marijuana as a sleep aid. Discover the intriguing behavior of turns, the relationship between romantic relationships and mental health, and how marijuana influences our natural sleep cycles.

The new scientific research coming in about being vegan is fascinating, controversial and important to understanding the climate crisis. Today we use studies to understand how omnivores, vegetarians and vegans differ in health, environmental impacts and culture.What Did We Learn This Week?05:05 - When Do Birds Migrate?08:27 - Who Gets More Mosquito Bites?STUDYTIME: VEGANISM - 12:55 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Testosterone is a hormone that is naturally produced in the body, but young men are taking testosterone supplements now more than ever. The industry is growing, and the science is WILD! In this episode, we'll be discussing the pros and cons of testosterone supplements, their potential side effects, and the controversies surrounding their use. What Did We Learn This Week?Walkable Cities - 3:35 ISHThe Plastic Crisis - 10:04 ISHSTUDYTIME: TESTOSTERONE SUPPLEMENTS - 16:13 ISH Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EDIBLE CANNIBIS *GASP* Everyone and their mom is eating weed gummies, but is it potentially worse than smoking it? We are here to talk everything marijuana. The science of how THC works, why edibles get you more high and if weed is a public health concern?WHAT DID WE LEARN THIS WEEK03:23 - Urinary Tract Infections and cranberry juice08:47 - Blue vs. Green WaterSTUDYTIME: EDIBLES - 15:57 ish Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's episode is about the concept of biophobia, the fear of nature. Biophobia is a term used to describe an irrational fear or aversion to the natural world, including plants, animals, and other living organisms. This fear is growing, and the research as to why has us SPOOKED! This is a fascinating conversation about how to overcome biophobia, how it relates to Climate Change, and what we can all do to stop it!What Did We Learn This Week:"The Four Day Work Week" has new research - around 03:51Robins no longer leave in the winter - around 12:18STUDYTIME: Biophobia - around 17:10 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, we explore the latest research on sperm (spunk, semen or JIZZ ) and its impact on male fertility. We discuss the various factors that can lead to decreased sperm count and motility, as well as the potential effects of environmental toxins, lifestyle choices, and medical conditions on male reproductive health. Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of sperm biology and uncover the latest discoveries in the field of fertility science.WDWLTW:Why negative news is so popular - around 04:10Do you need 10,000 steps? - around 11:00STUDYTIME - SPERM - around 18:00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What do we really know about the safety and effectiveness of weight loss drugs like Ozempic? Join us as we explore the science behind Ozempic, a revolutionary new weight loss drug that's changing the game for people struggling with obesity. IT IS CONTROVERSIAL AND IT IS JUICY!Below times may vary based on ads:WDWLTW:02:28 - why pets are healthy for kids05:30 - plants cry when they are DRY!STUDYTIME - Ozempic and weight-loss drugs09:40 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, scientific hacks that changed our lives PART TWO. We are going to explain the top life hacks we learned over 10 years of doing AsapSCIENCE. They have changed our lives, and now they can change yours too!Our Top Science Hacks - around 20:43 depending on adsThis episode is brought to you by better help, visit betterhelp.com/sidenote for 10% off your first month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, scientific hacks to change your life. We are going to explain our life hacks, which we have learned over 10 years of doing AsapSCIENCE. They have changed our lives, and now they will change yours too!Our Top Science Hacks - around 19:16This episode is brought to you by better help, visit betterhelp.com/sidenote for 10% off your first month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.