Physicist Richard Feynman's second act in California is explored, including his lectures at Caltech and his interest in bright students. The podcast also delves into his family dynamics and his exploration of different states of consciousness in his final years.

Former quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo, President Al Guido, and Fullback Kyle Juszczyk discuss the turnaround of the San Francisco 49ers. Topics include challenges faced by the team, the construction of Levi's Stadium, controversies and constitutional rights, rebuilding process, the importance of sleep, struggling in the 2017 season, and the unexpected trade of Jimmy Garoppolo.

Physicist Richard Feynman's involvement in the Manhattan Project and investigation of the Challenger Space Shuttle explosion discussed. Feynman's curious nature, appreciation of beauty, and Nobel Prize-winning work highlighted. His patriotism during the Manhattan Project and struggles with the destructive power of the atom bomb explored. Feynman's decision to move to California and his experiences in South America examined.

Michael Roth, President of Wesleyan University, discusses the failures of some university presidents. They explore recent resignations and controversies, declining demand for college education, donations from Gulf States, and the life and impact of Richard Feynman.

The podcast discusses the misuse of psychology terms, explores the impact of Kitty Genovese's murder, and debunks the ideas of bystander apathy and hardwired behavior. It also emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between genuine scientific research and misleading ideas.

Professors Max Bazerman and Leif Nelson discuss academic fraud and misconduct, highlighting the prevalence of misconduct in research. They explore the pressures researchers face in publishing, unconventional practices, and the challenges of peer review. They also emphasize the need for transparency in research and a new approach to the incentive system in academia.

Behavioral science fraud is on the rise, with 10,000 research papers retracted last year. The podcast discusses the motivations behind cheating, the impact of false findings on public policy and public health, and the challenges researchers face. It also delves into specific cases, such as a controversial research paper and fraud in an insurance paper. The speakers share their personal experiences and highlight the detrimental effects of fraud on the credibility of social science research.

Millennials dominate the greeting card industry with evolving designs and diverse locations. Discover the engineering behind pizza boxes, including competition to find the fastest folder. Explore the impact of personal injury lawyer ads, compensation factors, and the influence of Supreme Court rulings. Finally, explore the creative side of greeting cards and advertisements for Menards, McDonald's, and Carvana.

Steve Levitt talks to Cat Bohannon about her new book Eve: How the Female Body Drove 200 Million Years of Human Evolution. They discuss the evolution of mother's milk, the purpose of women's periods, the challenges of human pregnancy, maternal fetal competition, matriarchy in human society, and upcoming episodes of 'The Economics of Everyday Things' podcast.

Psychologists discuss the concept of closure, including its impact on memory and relationships. They explore the cognitive burden of unfinished tasks and how seeking closure can diminish negative emotions. The hosts also fact check the origins and meaning of the phrase 'Irish exit' or 'Irish goodbye'.