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Unexplainable

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Apr 10, 2024 • 41min

The alpha myth

Explore the misconceptions surrounding the alpha wolf concept, as a researcher challenges traditional beliefs and delves into the complexities of pack dynamics. Discover how societal perceptions of dominance influence leadership, from sports figures to primate research, emphasizing emotional sensitivity and care over aggression.
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Apr 3, 2024 • 20min

The eclipse chasers

Scientists are chasing eclipses to predict solar storms. The podcast discusses the impact of solar storms on power grids and satellites. It follows Shadia and her team on a 30-year quest to study total solar eclipses and the Sun's corona. The challenges of understanding the corona's extreme temperatures are highlighted. Creative solutions like kite-spectrometer setups are explored to overcome hurdles in eclipse observation.
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Mar 27, 2024 • 28min

The Yips

Discover the yips - when skilled individuals suddenly lose their abilities. Hear stories of baseball players struggling with this phenomenon and their inspiring journeys of redemption. Learn about the psychological toll, stigma, and ultimate triumph over mental roadblocks in performance.
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Mar 20, 2024 • 24min

The bleeding edge, part two

The podcast discusses using menstrual fluid for easier endometriosis detection, breaking societal stigmas around the topic. Researchers explore unique cell patterns in patients and discuss the challenges and triumphs of studying menstrual blood.
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Mar 13, 2024 • 19min

The bleeding edge

Researchers explore the potential medical benefits of menstrual fluid, facing societal stigmas and research challenges. Endometriosis diagnosis is improved through innovative genetic research and non-invasive menstrual fluid analysis. The podcast discusses the importance of overcoming taboos and obstacles to advance menstrual health research.
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Mar 6, 2024 • 27min

Aliens from Earth?

The podcast explores the intriguing concept of aliens causing climate change and the possibility of pre-human technologically advanced civilizations. It also delves into detecting long-lived civilizations in the geologic record and contemplates the Silurian hypothesis for modern society.
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Feb 28, 2024 • 17min

How scientists are searching for aliens

Scientists discuss their serious efforts to search for extraterrestrial intelligence, using massive antennas to detect potential alien signals. The podcast also explores the challenges of differentiating signals from natural phenomena and the optimism towards encountering extraterrestrial intelligence in our solar system.
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Feb 21, 2024 • 24min

A universal virus-killer?

Scientists explore using UV light as a virus-killer for airborne diseases, discussing efficacy, safety concerns, and potential impacts on air pollution. Historical research supports UV light's ability to sterilize air, prompting discussions on its ethical and practical use in various sectors.
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Feb 14, 2024 • 24min

Why do we cry?

Exploring the power and mystery of crying, including its purpose and evolution. Reconnecting with emotions through induced crying. The impact of crying on relationships and social support. The significance of studying crying. QuickBooks Money and Factor sponsorship.
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Feb 7, 2024 • 26min

Should you quit Diet Coke?

Exploring the safety concerns of aspartame as a possible carcinogen and the influence of the beverage industry. Discusses conflicting studies, industry funding of research, and biases in food and nutrition studies. Provides advice on evaluating research and mentions a women's marathon event.

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