Curiosity Weekly
Discovery
Welcome to Curiosity Weekly from Discovery, hosted by Dr. Samantha Yammine. Once a week, we’ll bring you the latest and greatest in scientific discoveries and break down the details so that you don’t need a PhD to understand it. From neuroscience to climate tech to AI and genetics, no subject is off-limits. Join Sam as she interviews expert guests and investigates the research guiding some of the most exciting scientific breakthroughs affecting our world today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 1, 2018 • 7min
How to Improve Your Sense of Direction, Pied Piper Mysteries, and Planet Name Origins
Cody Gough and Ashley Hamer discuss the following stories to help you learn something new in just a few minutes:How to Develop a Better Sense of DirectionThe Pied Piper Isn't Just a Fairy TalePluto Was Named By An 11-Year-Old GirlFull episode transcript here: https://curiosity-daily-4e53644e.simplecast.com/episodes/how-to-improve-your-sense-of-direction-pied-piper-mysteries-and-planet-name-origins Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 1, 2018 • 40min
Natural Disasters Have Transformed How Scientists Communicate
Seismologist Dr. Lucy Jones discusses the challenge of communicating natural disaster risks, addressing psychology and science communication. Topics include myths about earthquakes, fatalities in disasters, and interpreting data from other planets. The podcast also explores resilience initiatives, disaster preparedness, and the resurgence of the gamba instrument.
Apr 30, 2018 • 7min
How Often Your Mind Wanders, Smiling at Dogs, and Richard Branson's Productivity Hack
Learn about how often your mind wanders when you're awake, the joy dogs experience when you smile, and Richard Branson's productivity hack of incorporating exercise into his routine. Stay curious with Cody Gough and Ashley Hamer on this podcast!
Apr 27, 2018 • 7min
Learn When We’ll Meet Aliens, Hear Singing Sand Dunes, and Understand Your Roommates
Exploring the Fermi Paradox, the mystery of 'singing sand dunes', and the impact of roommate dynamics on stress perception. Importance of open communication in understanding emotions and the significance of honest expression in relationships.
Apr 26, 2018 • 7min
Freezer Burn Science, A Giant Flying Reptile, and How to Learn Twice as Fast
Learn about freezer burn, the massive flying reptile Quetzalcoatlus, and a technique for learning skills twice as fast in this episode. Discover how to prevent freezer burn, the size of Quetzalcoatlus, and methods for rapid learning through practice and skill variations.
Apr 25, 2018 • 6min
Touchscreen Arms, Weird Flying Science, and A Bedtime Routine for a Stress-Free Day
Smartwatch technology that turns your whole arm into a touchscreen, the surprising fact that flying west may not be faster, and Arianna Huffington's bedtime routine for a stress-free day
Apr 24, 2018 • 8min
Hubble Telescope History, Selfie Science, and Exercise Myths
Discussing the history of the Hubble Telescope and its iconic images, the impact of selfies on body image perception, debunking exercise myths like lactic acid causing soreness, and tips for better workout recovery. Also, upcoming brain bias interview and podcast recommendations.
Apr 24, 2018 • 39min
What Makes Your Brain Happy — and Why You Should Do the Opposite
What your brain wants and what your brain needs aren't always the same. In fact, the shortcuts our brains take can lead to biases and distortions that make us our own worst enemy. Science writer David DiSalvo, author of "What Makes Your Brain Happy and Why You Should Do the Opposite," discusses our brain's shortcomings and how we can identify and conquer them.Additional resources from David DiSalvo:"What Makes Your Brain Happy and Why You Should Do the Opposite""Brain Changer: How Harnessing Your Brain's Power to Adapt Can Change Your Life""The Brain in Your Kitchen: A Collection of Essays on How What We Buy, Eat, and Experience Affects Our Brains"David DiSalvo's websiteDavid DiSalvo on Twitter @NeuronarrativeFollow Curiosity Daily on your favorite podcast app to get smarter with Cody Gough and Ashley Hamer — for free! Still curious? Get exclusive science shows, nature documentaries, and more real-life entertainment on discovery+! Go to https://discoveryplus.com/curiosity to start your 7-day free trial. discovery+ is currently only available for US subscribers. Full episode transcript here: https://curiosity-daily-4e53644e.simplecast.com/episodes/what-makes-your-brain-happy-and-why-you-should-do-the-opposite Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 23, 2018 • 6min
Slowly Aging Americans, The HAMMER Asteroid Spacecraft, and Elevator Mirrors
Americans are aging more slowly due to lifestyle changes; HAMMER spacecraft could save Earth from asteroids; Mirrors near elevators reduce wait times
Apr 17, 2018 • 37min
A Surprising Amount of Scientific Research Happens at the Zoo
A lot of science takes place at the zoo. Dr. Rachel Santymire, Director of the Davee Center for Epidemiology and Endocrinology at the Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago, discusses the animal research going on both behind the scenes and out in the wild. She also explains what animals can tell us about our environment, including her work with the black-footed ferret recovery project. Additional resources from the Lincoln Park Zoo:Davee Center for Epidemiology and EndocrinologyAmphibious Intervention: Non-invasive Method of Measuring Amphibian Stress Using Only A Cotton Swab (Press Release)A novel method for the measurement of glucocorticoids in dermal secretions of amphibians (White Paper)Conserving the Black-Footed FerretOther studies and resources discussed:The effect of a pressure wrap (ThunderShirt®) on heart rate and behavior in canines diagnosed with anxiety disorder | ScienceDirectFacts About Ferrets | Live ScienceChicago Tops Orkin Top 50 Rattiest Cities List for Third Time | OrkinFollow Curiosity Daily on your favorite podcast app to get smarter with Cody Gough and Ashley Hamer — for free! Still curious? Get exclusive science shows, nature documentaries, and more real-life entertainment on discovery+! Go to https://discoveryplus.com/curiosity to start your 7-day free trial. discovery+ is currently only available for US subscribers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
