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    Something You Should Know

    Sometimes all it takes is one little fact or one little piece of wisdom to change your life forever. That’s the purpose and the hope of “Something You Should Know.” In each episode, host Mike Carruthers interviews top experts in their field to bring you fascinating information and advice to help you save time and money, advance in your career, become wealthy, improve your relationships and help you simply get more out of life. In addition, Mike uncovers and shares short, engaging pieces of “intel” you can use to make your life better – today. Right now.

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    The Strange Factors That Influence What You Buy & The Fascinating Story of Data May 29, 2023

    Ever wonder why mosquitoes are attracted to some people more than others? I begin this episode by discussing 5 factors that make you so irresistible to those pesky insects. https://theweek.com/articles/462191/5-things-that-make-irresistible-mosquitoes

    Consumer behavior is a fascinating area of research. While people like to think they make objective decisions about what to buy or not buy, there are a lot of factors that influence those decisions such as description, price, ease of use and many more. And they influence you in ways that are not so obvious. Joining me to explain these factors is Richard Shotton. He is a behavioral scientist and author of the book The Illusion of Choice: 16 ½ Psychological Biases That Influence What We Buy (https://amzn.to/3q2Vne9).

    What do you think of when you hear the word data? Doesn’t it seem that data has an air of certainty, authority and objectivity. It’s hard to argue with data, right? That’s what concerns Chris Wiggins who is here to take a hard look at the history of data, algorithms and statistics and how they have come to drive so much of our lives. Should we accept data simply because, well, it’s data? Or should we be a bit more skeptical? Chris Wiggins is an associate professor of applied mathematics at Columbia University and he is the New York Times’s chief data scientist and co-author of the book How Data Happened: A History from the Age of Reason to the Age of Algorithms (https://amzn.to/3luS1Pb).

    Ever pull a green potato chip out of the bag and wonder if it is safe to eat? What about the occasional dark brown chip? What’s the deal with that one? Listen as I explain what to do with these off-color chips. https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/30746/whats-those-green-potato-chips-you-sometimes-find

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    SYSK Choice: The Science of Fear & How to Be A Great Communicator May 27, 2023

    Ask people what their favorite or lucky number is, and you will get a lot of different answers. But if you ask enough people and you start to notice that one number emerges as the clear winner above the others. This episode begins with that number and why it is so popular. Source: Alex Bellos author of Here’s Looking at Euclid (https://amzn.to/3wgjt3z)

    We are all afraid of something . Maybe it is spiders or the dark or public speaking. Whatever it is, that creates that feeling of fear in you can be very powerful. Where do fears come from? Why are some people more afraid than others? Do fears last a lifetime or can you eliminate or reduce them? If you have ever wondered about these things, you should listen to my guest Eva Holland. Eva is a writer who had some very strong fears that held her back. As a result, she decided to research the topic in preparation to write her book Nerve: Adventures in the Science of Fear (https://amzn.to/3pK2rrW). Listen as she offers some great insight and advice about all the things that make you afraid.

    There are so many skills and factors that go into how you communicate to connect, influence and persuade others. There is a good chance you aren’t using all the skills at your disposal according to David JP Phillips. David studied over 5,000 speakers to discover the skills that make them such great communicators. Listen as he joins me to explain some of these skills that you can easily use to make you more influential and better able to speak with others.

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    Doesn’t it seem weird when you are stuck in a traffic jam then it turns out there was no real reason for it? Why do these phantom traffic jams happen? Is there a way to stop them from happening? Listen as I explain. https://www.livescience.com/61862-why-phantom-traffic-jams-happen.html


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    What Every Traveler Must Know Today & Is There Intelligent Alien Life Out There? May 25, 2023

    Here’s some good advice: SLOW DOWN! This episode begins with a list of things you do every day that you would actually do better if you did them slower. Source: Debbie Mandel, author of Addicted to Stress https://amzn.to/45kCGDc

    Traveling today can be difficult. Still, people like to travel. So, if you are heading off on vacation or taking a trip of any kind, you will enjoy hearing my guest, Patricia Schultz. She is a veteran travel journalist who has accumulated a knowledge base of travel hacks and tricks and otherwise great advice that she joins me with to share with you. And a lot of what she has to say, you probably haven’t heard before. Patricia is author of the book Why We Travel: 100 Reasons To See The World (https://amzn.to/45twsAW)

    Is there intelligent life elsewhere in the universe? People have been asking that question for a long time. And the answer seems to be – we just don’t know. Still, the idea of alien life captures our imagination. If it has captured your imagination, you are really going to like listening to my guest, Jaime Green. She is a science writer, editor, and teacher, and author of the book The Possibility of Life: Science, Imagination, and Our Quest for Kinship in the Cosmos (https://amzn.to/45iVumb)

    How many times have you heard that you should never wash your good kitchen knives in the dishwasher? Why? What’s the worst that could happen? Actually, that’s just one of several pieces of kitchen wisdom that I tackle in this episode and the explanations may come as a surprise. https://www.consumerreports.org/dishwashers/things-to-never-put-in-dishwasher/

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    The Very Excellent Reasons We Have a 7-Day Week & How Cats Became Pets May 22, 2023

    As you know, you can’t tickle yourself. But if you are ticklish, anyone else can tickle you. So why is that? Even if you know someone is about to tickle you, it still tickles. Listen as this episode begins with an explanation of how tickling works. http://www.livescience.com/3882-tickle.html

    Our culture – in fact the whole world lives on schedule of a 7-day week. Yet, the week is a totally artificial, man-made invention. Other ways of measuring time such as days, hours, months and years are related to the sun, the moon, the rotation of the earth and other things – but the week is all just made up. Yet it works so exquisitely well! Imagine life with the week. Your schedule would be a disaster. Here to discuss how the week came into being and why it is so important is David Henkin, a professor of history at the University of California at Berkley and author of book The Week: A History of the Unnatural Rhythms That Made Us Who We Are (https://amzn.to/3InCDwl)

    Are you a cat lover? There are millions of them. And even if you are not, you have probably lived in or spent time in a home with cats. Where did cats come from? How did they get to be household pets? And what’s really interesting is that having an indoor cat didn’t actually become a thing until the 1930’s. That’s an interesting story. And here to discuss all this is Jonathan B. Losos an evolutionary biologist at Washington University and author of the book The Cat’s Meow: How Cats Evolved from The Savanna to Your Sofa (https://amzn.to/41PpAe1).

    If you have valuables in your home, where is the best place to hide them? The freezer? A dresser drawer? No. There’s another place that burglars almost never look. Listen and I will tell you where that is. https://www.rd.com/list/where-do-burglars-look/

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    SYSK Choice: The Science of Happily Ever After & How To Rethink Anything May 20, 2023

    When you have a smart phone, you can take pictures of anything, anytime, anywhere. This episode starts with one very simple piece of advice that can make the pictures you take more interesting and more memorable. And it is really, really simple. https://daystarvisions.com/Docs/Tuts/Comp/

    Love isn’t always easy. In fact, it can be really hard sometimes. That’s because despite our desire and need for love – we are not especially good at it. Perhaps that is because we are looking for the wrong characteristics in a partner according to Ty Tashiro. Ty is a psychologist, social scientist and author of the book, The Science of Happily Ever After: What Really Matters in the Search for True Love (https://amzn.to/3o3IWtO). Listen as he explains what turns out to be really important but is often overlooked in creating a lasting love relationship.

    We are all taught from an early age that it is important to learn and think. Yet just as important as learning and thinking are - UN-learning and RE-thinking are also critical. Adam Grant is an organizational psychologist, host of the very successful TED podcast called Work Life with Adam Grant https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/worklife-with-adam-grant/id1346314086?mt=2) and his latest book is called Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don’t Know (https://amzn.to/3o51NVk). Adam joins me to explain how to unlearn and rethink and what happens when you do it well.

    Does it actually matter what brand of gasoline you put in your car? After all, gasoline is gasoline – right? Listen and find out why that is not exactly true. https://www.thoughtco.com/does-it-matter-where-get-gas-607905

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    The Daily Boost Podcast is the most popular and longest-running personal growth podcast in the world - for a good reason. Every episode delivers a positive boost of daily motivation and coaching designed to help you get what you want - no matter what gets in the way! Be sure to get your Daily Boost athttps://motivationtomove.comtoday!

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    The Benefits of Finding Wonder In The World & What Is Money and How Does It Work? May 18, 2023

    Where and when did someone come up with the idea for sunglasses? This episode begins with a brief history that goes way back in time to the very first sunglasses and how our modern-day sunglasses came about not so long ago. http://www.glasseshistory.com/glasses-history/history-of-sunglasses/

    You know what wonder is. It’s that feeling you get when you see the Grand Canyon for the first time or a double rainbow or a beautiful sunset. The problem is we tend to lose our sense of wonder over time. Still, it is an emotion worth developing according to Monica Parker. She is a world-renowned speaker who has spent decades helping people discover how to lead and live wonderfully. She is also author of the book The Power of Wonder (https://amzn.to/3I5F5Y4). Listen as she explains the amazing mental, emotional and physical benefits of finding wonder in your world – and exactly how to do it.

    What is money and how does it work? There is a lot of misunderstanding about this topic. For example, people worry about the federal government running out of money or not being able to pay its bills. That can’t happen according to L. Randall Wray, a professor of Economics at Bard College, Senior Scholar at the Levy Economics Institute and author of Money for Beginners: An Illustrated Guide (https://amzn.to/42BuPPG). Listen as he discusses how money works, how it has changed and what the future of money is.

    You know those people who say they can get by with 4-5 hours of sleep? Really? What happens when you test people who sleep so little compared to people who sleep a full 8 hours? Listen as I explain what happens to people who try to perform on very little sleep. https://www.restoringhealth.center/how-many-hours-of-sleep-do-you-actually-need

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    Why We All Get Stuck In Life and How To Get Unstuck & The New Science of Longevity May 15, 2023

    You know that if you don’t drink enough water you get dehydrated. Still, there are other factors that can accelerate dehydration you may not be aware of. This episode begins by explaining what situations can bring this on, even if you think you are taking in plenty of water. https://www.eatingwell.com/article/8034255/sneaky-reasons-youre-dehydrated-nothing-to-do-with-water/

    We all get stuck in life. Whether it is a job, relationship, a project or just trying to come up with a new idea, it is common to get stuck. Fortunately for over twenty years, Adam Alter has been studying “stuckness” to better understand how and why it happens and most importantly how to get unstuck. Adam is professor of marketing at New York University’s Stern School of Business. He also holds an affiliated professorship in social psychology at NYU’s psychology department and he is author of the book Anatomy of a Breakthrough: How to Get Unstuck When It Matters Most (https://amzn.to/3O2uH7d). Adam joins me to offer some great advice to help you and everyone else for the next time you feel stuck.

    Everyone has heard that the way to live a long and healthy life is to eat right, exercise, get enough sleep...etc. That’s been the advice for a long time and frankly, it is a bit vague. That’s why you need to listen to my guest Peter Atia, MD. Peter serves on the editorial board for the journal Aging. He is the host of The Drive, one of the most popular podcasts covering the topics of health, medicine, and longevity. And he is the author of a monster best-selling book called Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity (https://amzn.to/3VTaWBa). If you want to know how to improve the quality and length of your life, you need to hear what Peter Atia has to say.

    When someone gets motion sickness in the car – what do you do? Listen as I explain what works to help prevent motion sickness and what alleviates the symptoms once someone starts to feel that horrible feeling. https://www.ahchealthenews.com/2016/05/13/tips-preventing-treating-motion-sickness/

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    SYSK Choice: Your Illusion of Knowledge & Has Restaurant Nutrition Really Improved? May 13, 2023

    Timing is important, especially when it comes to the big life decisions you make. In fact, the time of day you make a big decision matters a lot. This episode begins with an explanation of how timing can impact decisions you make and what is the best time of day to decide anything. http://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-make-better-decisions-2016-11

    Human beings tend to think they are smarter than they actually are. We also have a tendency to believe things that are simply not true. This is according to Philip Fernbach associate professor at the Leeds School of Business at the University of Colorado in Boulder and author of a book called The Knowledge Illusion (https://amzn.to/3toAk1J). Listen as he explains why we think this way and what the ramifications are for all of us.

    You might think that with so much emphasis on healthy eating that restaurants would be serving up some healthier and more nutritious food today. But that doesn’t seem to be the case. Dariush Mozaffarian, MD is a professor of Medicine at the Tufts University School of Medicine and Editor-in-Chief, Tufts Health & Nutrition Letter. (https://www.nutritionletter.tufts.edu/). He conducted some fascinating research into how nutritious restaurant meals are and the findings will likely surprise you. If you are concerned about your health, you will want to hear what he has to say.

    Pretty much every car on the road has parking lights. But why? What purpose do they serve? Listen as I explain why your car is equipped with parking lights in the first place, why they are likely amber colored (at least in the U.S.) and when you should never use them. https://www.infobloom.com/what-are-parking-lights.htm

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    How The “User Experience” Became A Thing & How To Change Someone’s Mind May 11, 2023

    “Don’t spoil the ending!” It seems no one wants to know how a story or movie ends until they see it end in real time. But maybe knowing the ending first could make the experience better. Is that possible? Listen and find out. alerts. https://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/news/spoiler-alert-spoilers-make-you-enjoy-stories-more

    Remember when computers and other electronic devices came with huge instruction manuals? Not anymore. Today we expect things to be user-friendly, so we don’t need instructions. The whole concept of the “user-friendly” and the demand for a good “user experience” actually traces back to a point in time not so long ago. Cliff Kuang is a user experience designer and author of the book User Friendly: How the hidden rules of design are changing the way we live, work, and play (https://amzn.to/37T1Vi0). Listen as he discusses the evolution that has gone from teaching people how to use complicated machines to making complicated machines easy for people to use.

    Trying to change someone’s mind is often a waste of time. Clearly, arguing doesn’t work nor does rational explanation. Perhaps there is a better way. Or maybe it just isn’t worth the effort. Maybe people should believe whatever they wish. Eleanor Gordon Smith has researched this and written a book about it called Stop Being Reasonable: How We Really Change Our Minds (https://amzn.to/2R9OxQQ). She joins me explain her fascinating research on why changing someone’s mind is amazingly difficult.

    In almost every workplace people complain that it is either too hot or too cold. So how do you make sure you are comfortable no matter where the thermostat says? Listen for a quick and simple secret to feeling just right no matter what the temperature is. https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2016/09/office-too-cold-shoes/502184/

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    Why Parking Your Car Is Such a Pain & How Invisible Microbes Shape Your World May 08, 2023

    Drinking coffee in the morning is a pleasant habit for many of us. However, this episode begins by explaining why you might want to smell your coffee as well as drink it to help you think better and be more productive. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6881620/

    In many metropolitan areas, parking is the number one land use. The U.S. has 4 parking spaces for every car on the road! So why is it so hard to find a spot when you need one? That is what Henry Grabar is here to explain and discuss. Henry is a staff writer at Slate, and author of the book Paved Paradise: How Parking Explains the World (https://amzn.to/3HG2xLg). Listen and you will understand why parking is a much bigger deal than you ever realized.

    Microbes are those little tiny organisms that you can’t see without a microscope -things like germs, bacteria, fungi. We have a tendency to think of them as dangerous or things that cause illness and disease. Yet, actually most of them don’t cause any harm and some are even good for you. And by the way, you have trillions of microbes on you and inside of you. Here to take us on a tour into the invisible world of microbes is Jake Robinson Jake is a microbial ecologist and author of the book Invisible Friends: How Microbes Shape our Lives and the World Around Us (https://amzn.to/44pGRwR)

    While some people do have food allergies, there aren’t as many as you might think. A lot of people who claim to be allergic to certain foods actually have an intolerance to the food. But that is not an actual allergy. Listen as I explain the difference. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/food-allergy/expert-answers/food-allergy/faq-20058538

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    SYSK Choice: Improving Your Digital Body Language & How Food Affected Human Evolution May 06, 2023

    Doctors are supposed to know medical truth from myth. Yet a lot of doctors are misinformed – at least on some things. This episode begins with some information about a survey that showed how many pediatricians believe in some common parenting advice that has been proven to be untrue. Source: Andrew Adesman, M.D. author of Baby Facts (https://amzn.to/3h0oPLw)

    We all use digital means of communication because it makes it easy to keep in touch with people. Still there are some drawbacks. Often, emails, texts, chats and other electronic messages can be misinterpreted. Erica Dhawan is a speaker and trainer who is author of a book called Digital Body Language (https://amzn.to/3nIkKNc). Listen as she explores how to best use digital communication and avoid the missteps that so often happen that can lead to misunderstanding.

    The food we eat today is very different than what humans ate when we were hunter gatherers. Today, much of our food is farmed. In fact, farming changed everything as did the development of cooking. Even herbs and spices changed the way we prepare and eat our food. Jonathan Silvertown professor of evolutionary ecology at the University of Edinburgh and author of the book Dinner with Darwin: Food, Drink, and Evolution (https://amzn.to/3xHpfMx) joins me for an interesting discussion about how our food has changed over our history and what it has done to help humans evolve.

    Do you know how often you are supposed to replace things like toothbrushes, pillows or kitchen sponges? Listen to hear some expert advice on when to throw the old one out and bring a new one in. And some of the recommendations may surprise you. https://designmom.com/how-often-should-you-replace-your-stuff/

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    What You Never Knew About Your Blood But Should & How To Conquer Burnout? May 04, 2023

    Most cars today are “connected cars.” That means that automakers and vendors can send and receive information directly with your car. Sounds like a great thing. But this episode begins with an explanation on how it can also cause trouble for drivers as well as cost them more money. Source: Automotive journalist Peter Bohr writing in Westways magazine (AAA) Summer 2023 issue.

    Listen and you will hear some things about your blood and how to take care of it that you have likely never heard before. For example, that your blood is an organ; that you should avoid getting a transfusion if at all possible; that there are things you should be doing to test and maintain your blood and much more. All of this comes to you from my guest Aryeh Shander. M.D. Dr Shander is Emeritus Chair, Department of Anesthesiology, Critical Care Medicine, Pain Management and Hyperbaric Medicine at Englewood Hospital & Medical Center in Englewood, NJ and is one of the authors of the book Blood Works: An Owner’s Guide: What Every Person Needs to Know Before They Are a Patient (https://bloodworksbook.com/)

    You often hear people say they are “burned out" but what does that mean? Is it just something people say because they are tired or exhausted or is burnout a real, identifiable thing? According to my guest it is very much a real thing that is getting worse and worse and the fallout is devastating. Joining me to explain this is Jennifer Moss. She is an award-winning journalist, speaker and author of the book The Burnout Epidemic, (https://amzn.to/3Nx7Dx9)

    Since Covid, most of us are more careful about germs around us and on surfaces. Still there are some surfaces that have the potential to spread illness if you touch them because so many other people touch them too. Listen and I will give you the list from one study that will make you more careful about what you touch Source: Charles Gerba author of The Germ Freak’s Guide to Outwitting Colds and Flu (https://amzn.to/41YTh)

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    Why Quitting Can Be The Best Option & Why Humans Are Attracted to Bodies of Water May 01, 2023

    Is beginner’s luck a real thing or just some weird occurrence that happens occasionally? This episode starts with a brief explanation of beginner’s luck and why it often isn’t really about luck at all. Source: Sian Beilock author of Choke (https://amzn.to/3Nj53uE)

    “No one likes a quitter.” “You should finish what you start”. We have somehow allowed this to be drummed into our consciousness - that quitting is bad and that grit and perseverance are good. But now wait a minute! Maybe, in some cases, quitting is the very best option and persevering makes no sense. That is something my guest Julia Keller firmly believes. Julia is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, teacher and author of the book, Quitting: A Life Strategy: The Myth of Perseverance―and How the New Science of Giving Up Can Set You Free (https://amzn.to/41LAWR9)

    You probably like being around water. It seems humans are naturally drawn to water. That’s why we enjoy going to the beach or to lakes and rivers. It is why waterfront property is so expensive – people want to be near the water. But why? What is the connection between people and water that makes water so appealing to us? That is what you are about to hear when you listen to my guest Wallace J. Nichols, PhD. Wallace is a Senior Fellow at the Center for the Blue Economy in Monterey, a research associate at the California Academy of Sciences and author of the book, Blue Mind: The Surprising Science That Shows How Being Near, In, On, or Under Water Can Make You Happier, Healthier, More Connected, and Better at What You Do (https://amzn.to/3NfkZy8)

    If your love life could use a little sprucing up, what you do outside the bedroom can make a big difference in how your partner views you. Listen and I’ll give you a few simple suggestions that will have a big impact. Source: Lou Paget author of The Great Lover Playbook (https://amzn.to/3Ni0uke)

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    SYSK Choice: How Your Brain Changes Who You Are & The Science Behind Beverages Apr 29, 2023

    Decent sunglasses are a must. Otherwise, you are asking for trouble. If you doubt that, just ask any eye doctor. We know that ultraviolet light is bad for your eyes – and sunglasses can be a big help but you have to get the right kind of sunglasses. This episode begins with a description of what makes for a decent pair. https://www.aao.org/eye-health/news/how-to-choose-best-sunglasses

    You are the person you have always been - right? Actually that’s only partly true. It may seem like you are the same person you were 5 or 10 years ago – but you really very different now. That’s according to David Eagleman, a neuroscientist who teaches at Stanford and is author of the book Livewired (https://amzn.to/2PH6eIX). David joins me to explain the things that make you who you are and how those things continually change.

    People talk a lot about the importance of eating the right food but what about drinking the right drinks? After all, drinks can have a big impact on health and well-being. The sugar in soda and juice, the alcohol in cocktails or the caffeine in coffee – they all impact your life. Alexis Willett, author of the book Drinkology: The Science of What We Drink and What It Does to Us, from Milks to Martinis (https://amzn.to/3gPZ7ck) has researched many of the common beverages we consume. She joins me to discuss some fascinating findings you really need to hear.

    How much money you spend in a restaurant can depend in part on the menu. Menus are often engineered to encourage you to spend more. Listen as I explain some of the things to watch out for. https://www.pmq.com/menus-that-sell/

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    The Important Reason We Label Generations & The Strange Stories of Medical Breakthroughs Apr 27, 2023

    Is spring fever a real thing? This episode begins with a brief discussion on what spring fever is, what the symptoms are and if there is a cure. https://www.newswise.com/articles/spring-fever-blossoms-in-warm-weather-but-is-it-a-real-ailment

    Why do we name generations? We have baby boomers, millennials, Gen Z, Gen X – what is the point of grouping people based solely on when they were born? Well, it turns out that it helps to explain a lot of what is going on in our culture. There are some interesting trends occurring that you can link to certain generations. And it is also fascinating to see how generations change over time. Joining me to explain all this is Jean Twenge, a professor of psychology at San Diego State University. Jean is the author of more than a hundred scientific publications and books based on her research. Her latest book is called Generations: The Real Differences between Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X, Boomers, and Silents―and What They Mean for America's Future (https://amzn.to/3Amq2VH).

    There have been many major medical advancements in the last 150 years or so. When you look closely, the stories behind how those breakthroughs happened are often not what you would expect. Many medical advancements are the result of accidents, chance and crazy ideas. And some of the people behind those breakthroughs are frankly - a little odd. Here to tell some of these fascinating stories is Andrew Lam, M.D. Andrew is a retinal surgeon, an assistant professor at the University of Massachusetts Medical School and author of the book The Masters of Medicine: Our Greatest Triumphs in the Race to Cure Humanity's Deadliest Diseases (https://amzn.to/41BwqED).

    Do you use a bar of soap in the shower or at your sink? If so, there may be a problem. Listen and I’ll explain what it is. https://www.bathbombfizz.com/does-bar-soap-clog-drains-complete-answer/

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    The Fast Track To Self-Confidence & How To Stop Procrastinating and Get It Done Apr 24, 2023

    People with names that are difficult to pronounce are often discriminated against. It is not intentional necessarily, but it happens. The result can be that you don’t advance personally and professionally as quickly as someone who has a name that is easy to pronounce. This episode begins with a look at this problem and what you can do to help yourself. https://www.newyorker.com/tech/annals-of-technology/the-power-of-names

    Some of the most successful and approachable people you meet, seem to have a lot of confidence. It’s attractive when we see it in other people. Many of us wish we had more of it. So where does confidence come from? How can you build it up? That is what Lydia Fenet is here to tell you. Lydia is an ambassador for Christie’s (the auction people) and is herself an auctioneer and professional speaker. She is also author of the book Claim Your Confidence (https://amzn.to/3GQu8ZS).

    Procrastination seems to be a normal human tendency. There is something very easy about just NOT doing something and putting it off until later. Yet, often that is not the best strategy. From our earliest school homework to that big project at work, there is always that tempting option to do it later. To understand how to stop procrastinating, you first have to understand the real reasons why you do it. And that is what Hayden Finch PhD, is here to discuss. Hayden is a licensed clinical psychologist, behavior change expert, and CEO of Master Your Mental Health (https://masteryourmh.com/), an educational platform and author of the book The Psychology of Procrastination (https://amzn.to/41Ik0ua).

    When you see someone talking to themselves, you might think they are a little odd. But there are some real benefits in talking to yourself out loud. Listen and I will explain one of the important ones. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/04/120417221613.htm

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    SYSK Choice: How to Change to Reach Your Goals & What It Means to be Alive Apr 22, 2023

    How can too much noise make you less generous? As we have discussed here in the past, noise levels are increasing, and all that noise can have negative effects on your health as well as your happiness. This episode starts by explaining the negative impact of too much noise and what you can do to protect yourself. https://www.sehn.org/sehn/noise-pollution-takes-toll-on-health-and-happiness-everyday-noise-can-overstimulate-the-bodys-stress-response

    What is the best way to achieve a big goal? People have a lot of theories and ideas on this and there is also some pretty good research on the topic. If you want to know what the research says, listen to my guest Katy Milkman. She is a professor at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, host of Charles Schwab’s popular economics podcast Choiceology https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1337886873?mt=2- and author of the book How to Change (https://amzn.to/3gyCGYX). Listen and you will have some new ways of thinking for the next time you want to tackle a big goal.

    What is life? I am not sure we can completely answer that question in one segment of this podcast, but we can take a stab at it with my guest Sir Paul Nurse. Paul won a Nobel prize in 2001 for his work in science and he is author of the book What Is Life?: Five Great Ideas in Biology (https://amzn.to/3dVHxC5). He explains what makes something “living” and has some great insights into what life is all about and why some things are still a big mystery.

    Ever have a bee that just won’t leave you alone? It could be that the bee thinks you are a flower. Listen as I explain how to make sure every bee is aware you are not a flower and how to stop them from following you around this summer. http://insects.about.com/od/antsbeeswasps/a/10-tips-to-avoid-bee-stings.htm

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    Instantly Optimize Your Powers of Persuasion & Are We Way Too Cautious? Apr 20, 2023

    “Never cry at work!” has been common, long-standing advice for employees. Still, people DO cry at work sometimes – so what do other people think of those people? This episode begins with how people perceive their colleagues when they see them crying on the job. https://time.com/4513209/cry-crying-at-work-tears/

    Some people are just more persuasive than others. If you would like to be one of those more persuasive people, listen to my guest Brian Ahearn. Brian Ahearn is here to talk about how to apply the science of influence and persuasion in your everyday life so people will do what you ask them to. Brian is author of the book, Influence PEOPLE: Powerful Everyday Opportunities to Persuade that are Lasting and Ethical (https://amzn.to/2oH9xlu).

    The world seems a lot more cautious than it used to be. All you have to do is look at all the warning labels on a new step ladder to understand what I mean. Certainly kids today are taught to be far more cautious than in earlier generations. Sure, it’s good to be careful, but there are some unintended consequences to living in a world where there are so many rules and warnings. Tracey Brown has researched our overly cautious society and found some very surprising things which are in her book Playing By The Rules: How Our Obsession with Safety is Putting Us At Risk (https://amzn.to/2nUUSTJ). Tracey joins me to reveal that the world today is not as dangerous as people think and how all these rules are harming our children and our way of life.

    Have you ever taken a drink straight from the milk carton? Of course you have! And if you have ever gotten caught by someone, they likely told you how gross it is. So exactly how gross is it? Listen and find out as we explore the science of drinking from the carton and how it affects other people who drink from that same carton and also what it does to the milk. https://spoonuniversity.com/lifestyle/we-debunked-the-5-second-rule-double-dippingand-other-food-myths/

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    Why And How To Awaken Your 5 Senses & What Happens When Someone Breaks Your Heart Apr 17, 2023

    It is hard to get through life without writing things down on a yellow legal pad. You probably have some of those writing pads in your home right now. So, why are they yellow? And what makes them “legal”? Listen as I start this episode with the story. https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/30325/why-are-legal-pads-yellow

    You probably take your five senses for granted. That’s about to change when you hear my discussion with Gretchen Rubin. Gretchen had an experience in a doctor’s office that caused her to reassess her understanding and appreciation of her 5 senses. That, in turn, led her on a journey that we can all learn from and participate in. And it just might make you a happier person in the process. Gretchen Rubin is the host of the hit podcast Happier with Gretchen Rubin https://gretchenrubin.com/podcasts/, she has written several books on happiness and her latest book is titled Life in Five Senses (https://amzn.to/41q1BCg).

    There’s a pretty good chance you’ve had your heart broken by someone at some point in your life If so, you know how horrible it can feel. Some people are devastated and can barely function while others are able to deal with it and move on. What is a broken heart exactly? Why is the pain so intense? Can you actually die from a broken heart? And what is the best way to get over it? Joining me to discuss that is Florence Williams. She is a contributing editor at Outside magazine, and author of the book Heartbreak: A Personal and Scientific Journey (https://amzn.to/3KWFDRX).

    A lot of us start our day with a hot cup of coffee. Maybe too hot. Listen as I reveal why one recognized coffee expert reveals what is the best temperature for a cup of coffee and why. https://www.coffeedetective.com/what-is-the-correct-temperature-for-serving-coffee.html

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    SYSK Choice: Secrets to Increase Your Endurance & The Complexities of Rest Apr 15, 2023

    If you want to be happy, it helps that you have happy friends. And it helps even more if your friends’ friends are happy too. I begin this episode discussing how social connections can influence our health and happiness. Source: Tom Rath author of Well Being (https://amzn.to/3xcMYUM)

    You probably think you know what your physical limits are. For example, when you exercise, you know when to stop because you “hit the wall.” Actually though, that may not be such a good indicator. You could likely do more. That’s according to Alex Hutchinson. He says human endurance is flexible. After all, people break records all the time. People can achieve what was once thought to be impossible. How does that all work? Listen to this fascinating discussion with Alex who is author of the book Endure: Mind, Body, and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance (https://amzn.to/3n9j7I7)

    You could define rest by what you are NOT doing. We often look at rest as something we do to take a break from something else. However, that may be looking at rest all wrong. Rest turns out to be more complicated than that. Board-certified internal medicine physician Saundra Dalton-Smith says humans need different types of rest to restore different parts of ourselves. Even if you get plenty of sleep, there are other things that can mentally exhaust you and people who can leave you drained regardless of how much sleep you get. For those things you need a different kind of rest. In fact, Sandra has identified 7 kinds. She joins me to explain rest in a whole new way. Saundra is author of the book Sacred Rest: Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity (https://amzn.to/2RA9t5w).

    Spring can be very uncomfortable if you have allergies. Listen as I reveal some simple yet effective strategies to fight back against those allergy symptoms that make you miserable so you can enjoy the pleasures of spring. The website I mention to check the pollen count in your area is www.aaaai.org. Source: https://www.consumerreports.org/allergy/how-to-ease-seasonal-allergy-symptoms/

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    How to Be An Extraordinary Individual & What Would You Change About Your Personality? Apr 13, 2023

    There is likely something you are worried about right now. After all, humans worry. This episode begins with some good news for you regarding whatever it is you are worried about https://www.huffpost.com/entry/85-of-what-we-worry-about_b_8028368

    It is easy to find advice on how to be successful. The problem is one size does not fit all. For you to be successful and creative in what you do, you have to find what works for you. That is why Ozan Varol is here. Ozan has some interesting insight into what will make you more successful in whatever you choose to do. Ozan is a former rocket scientist, lawyer, and professor and he is author of a book called Awaken Your Genius: Escape Conformity, Ignite Creativity, and Become Extraordinary (https://amzn.to/3Gx4qtl).

    Would you want to change any part of your personality, or do you love everything about it – just as it is? Most people have at least some part of their personality they wish was different and the good news is, you can change it. That’s according to my guest Christian Jarrett a cognitive neuroscientist and author of the book Be Who You Want to Be: Unlocking the Science of Personality Change (https://amzn.to/40Y5BKD).

    Next time you want to pitch an idea to someone – maybe you shouldn’t call it an idea. Listen as I reveal a better word that tends to get people to pay more attention to you. Source: Dan O’Connor author of Say This Not That https://amzn.to/3KC0Sam

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    The Power of Human Touch & Why Outer Space Smells Like Rum and Raspberries Apr 10, 2023

    You would have a hard time finding someone who doesn’t like the smell of freshly cut grass. In fact, some people love that scent. Why? What’s so special about it? This episode begins with an explanation why it is so universally loved and why that scent may actually be good for you. https://www.prevention.com/life/a20432070/spending-time-outside-relieves-stress/

    Whether it is a warm hug, a simple handshake or a passionate embrace, when people touch each other, something special happens. What is it about physical human contact that we seem to crave? Is it true that touch is actually good for your health? If so, how does that work? Here to explain the latest science about the importance and the impact of touch is Michael Banisey, an award winning professor and author of the book Touch Matters: Handshakes, Hugs, and the New Science on How Touch Can Enhance Your Well-Being (https://amzn.to/40HlNjl).

    Saturn’s rings are vanishing. Black holes can sing. It’s raining diamonds on Neptune. These are just a few of the interesting things about outer space that you probably haven’t heard before that my guest Dr. Jillian Scudder is here to discuss. Jillian is an assistant professor of physics & astronomy at Oberlin College in Ohio and author of the book The Milky Way Smells of Rum and Raspberries: ...And Other Amazing Cosmic Facts (https://amzn.to/3GmAm3E).

    Oven fires are one of the leading causes of house fires, yet many people don’t know what to do if it happens. Listen as I explain the recommended protocol if your oven or microwave catches on fire. https://www.usfa.fema.gov/downloads/pdf/publications/cooking_fire_safety_flyer.pdf

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    SYSK Choice: How To Find REAL Love & How Our Ability to Speak Defines Us Apr 08, 2023

    Music can affect us in lots of ways. You may not know that the music playing in a store can impact your spending behavior. This episode begins by looking at how different types of music can steer you to spend more or less. https://www.psychologistworld.com/behavior/ambient-music-retail-psychological-arousal-customers

    Finding true love can be tricky. Sometimes it seems impossible. Here to the rescue is behavioral scientist turned dating coach Logan Ury. She has the latest research on what will and won’t work if you want to find love in the 21st century. Logan is author of the book How Not to Die Alone (https://amzn.to/3cWniDK).

    Humans are the only mammal on earth that can speak words to communicate. That ability to speak words and thoughts and relay messages has been a key reason for our success as a species. Yet, could human speech also be the thing that ultimately destroys us? Listen to my guest John Colapinto a writer for The New Yorker and author of the book This Is The Voice (https://amzn.to/2PBA9m5). When you hear what he has to say, you will have a new appreciation for how amazing human speech is.

    Estimates are that more than half of working people don’t like their job or the place where they work. And while that’s a shame for those who are unhappy, what really matters is how much YOU like YOUR job or place of employment Listen as I reveal a way you can discover just how satisfied you are in your work. The website I mention is https://www.iopenerinstitute.com/

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    The Lure of Cheap Crap & Will Artificial Intelligence Take Over Your Job? Apr 06, 2023

    There is an art and science to flattery This episode starts with a look at how powerful it can be if you know how to give and take a compliment and offers advice on how to execute a great compliment. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/evidence-based-living/202109/the-psychology-compliments-nice-word-goes-long-way

    Americans buy a lot of cheap crap. Knick-knacks, souvenirs, gadgets and who knows what else. What is the lure of this cheap crap? Why are our closets and drawers full of it? That turns out to be a fascinating topic for discussion with my guest Wendy Woloson, an associate professor of history at Rutgers University-Camden and the author of the book Crap: A History of Cheap Stuff in America (https://amzn.to/3M9M9WM). Listen as she explains what encourages us to buy these things and why they are often so very disappointing.

    We’ve long heard about how artificial intelligence will replace humans in many jobs. What about your job? Certainly there must be some careers that are immune from this. What are the ramifications of AI replacing workers? That is what Kevin Roose is here to discuss. Kevin is a technology columnist for The New York Times, host of the Rabbit Hole podcast https://rabbitholepodcasts.com/ and author of the book Futureproof: 9 Rules for Humans in the Age of Automation (https://amzn.to/42U861T).

    Why would it be more dangerous to drive on the day your income taxes are due? Listen as I explain the reason and reveal the other days of the year that are more dangerous than most. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/more-people-die-in-fatal-car-crashes-on-tax-day-study-finds/

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    One Proven Thing That Will Help You Live Longer & How Everyday Things Get Made Apr 03, 2023

    Are you a doodler like me? I often doodle when I listen to a talk or a presentation – even when I interview people for the podcast. And it seems there is a real benefit when you doodle. This episode begins with the explanation. https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-power-of-the-doodle-improve-your-focus-and-memory-1406675744

    You may be looking at exercise all wrong. Health and fitness may be less about going to the gym for an hour or other formal exercise and more about fitting more movement into your day – all day long. That’s according to Juliet Starrett attorney, professional athlete, and podcaster who has worked in the health and fitness industry for over 20 years. She offers up the latest proven research that shows how small movements are so important to health, longevity and your overall level of fitness. And she explains easy ways to do it. Juliet is co-author of the book Built To Move (https://amzn.to/3ZwADHH) and her podcast is The Ready State (https://thereadystate.com/podcasts/).

    Every manmade thing you see or touch today was invented and engineered to work by someone. When you think about it, there is something amazingly creative about that process according to Bill Hammack. Bill is known as The Engineer Guy on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@engineerguyvideo) and is a professor of engineering at the University of Illinois. He joins me to take a peek into the fascinating world of invention and engineering to see how the things you use every day to make your life better, came to be. His book is titled The Things We Make: The Unknown History of Invention from Cathedrals to Soda Cans (https://amzn.to/3zhGpm3).

    As the weather warms up, poison ivy, oak and sumac will start showing up and causing irritating rashes on people who come in to contact. Listen as I explain a few myths and facts about these plants to help you protect yourself. https://www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/itchy-skin/poison-ivy/who-gets-contagious

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    SYSK Choice: How Your Brain’s Mistakes Make You Successful & Life After Privacy Apr 01, 2023

    Using a public bathroom is usually not the highlight of your day. However, when it comes to choosing which stall or urinal to use, there is a way to minimize your potential exposure to germs and bacteria. I begin this episode by telling you which one you should choose – and if that one is taken, what should be your second choice. https://www.womansday.com/health-fitness/wellness/a58568/cleanest-bathroom-stall/

    Sure, we’ve all heard how amazing the human brain is. Yet, it actually is rather lousy at many things. For instance, memories get distorted, your brain makes a lot of mistakes and misjudgments and there are plenty of other things is does not do particularly well. What’s interesting is those flaws are actually a good thing according to Henning Beck, a neuroscientist and author of the book Scatterbrain: How the Mind’s Mistakes Make Humans Creative, Innovative and Successful (https://amzn.to/31EemMJ). Listen as he describes how these brain deficiencies actually help make your life better, even though it is sometimes hard to see.

    The Internet can make your life a lot easier, however you do pay a price. And that price is your privacy, according to Firmin DeBrabander, professor of philosophy at the Maryland Institute College of Art. He is also author of the book Life After Privacy (https://amzn.to/3fzlORx). Listen as Firmin reveals what the potential dangers are and why so many people are gladly willing to give up their privacy anyway.

    You may have noticed that most pencils are not round and instead have six sides. Why? Some people believe it is to prevent the pencil from rolling off the table. That may be a benefit – but it is not the reason. Listen as I explain the real reason. Source: Douglas B. Smith author of “Ever Wonder Why?” https://amzn.to/2OcdGuU

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    What You Never Knew About the Music You Love & How Much Money Is Enough Mar 30, 2023

    How can the clothes you wear influence your personality? You will be surprised to discover how different clothes and different colors change the way you act, the way others perceive you and even how you perceive yourself. https://www.nytimes.com/2012/04/03/science/clothes-and-self-perception.html

    There are all kinds of popular musical genres from rock, country, hip-hop, dance R&B, pop and more. And all that music came from somewhere. If you are a music lover you will want to hear the stories Kelefa Sanneh shares with me. Kelefa is a writer for The New Yorker, former pop music critic for the New York Times, contributor to the CBS Sunday Morning program and author of the book Major Labels: A History of Popular Music in Seven Genres (https://amzn.to/3npafT2). You will love how he reveals the backstories of popular music in a way you have never heard before.

    One of the major reasons people have financial troubles is they don’t really examine how much money they make or what they spend it on. Even people who think they know – probably don’t according to my guest Jill Schlesinger. Jill is a certified financial planner, award winning business analyst for CBS News, host of the Jill on Money podcast and radio show and author of the book The Great Money Reset (https://amzn.to/3JGJ91e). Listen as she offers some great advice on how to get a crystal clear view of your financial situation and strategies to make you feel financially secure so that you can live the life you want.

    Leftover pizza is always a disappointment. It’s weird because a lot of Italian food tastes better the next day. But not pizza. Listen as I reveal the perfect technique to reheat pizza to make it taste as good (or almost) as it did when it was first delivered. https://www.americastestkitchen.com/cooksillustrated/how_tos/6453-the-best-way-to-revive-leftover-pizza

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    You Are Mentally Tougher Than You Think & Why We Mispronounce Words Mar 27, 2023

    If you want to make the food you cook taste better – switch the plates, bowls and glasses. This episode begins by discussing how and why that works. https://www.npr.org/sections/thesalt/2013/06/30/196708393/from-farm-to-fork-to-plate-how-utensils-season-your-meal#

    You are probably a lot more mentally tough than you think you are. If you don’t believe me, you must hear my discussion with Amy Morin and she will convince you. Amy is a licensed clinical social worker, and psychotherapist who has a TED talk on mental toughness that is one of the most watched TED talks of all time with over 22 million views. She is host of The Verywell Mind podcast (https://www.verywellmind.com/the-verywell-mind-podcast-with-amy-morin-5115289) and author of the book 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do (https://amzn.to/3LEMfoO)

    Out of the 16,000 words you say today, you will probably mispronounce a couple. It’s not a big deal really, yet WHY we mispronounce certain words is really interesting. Joining me to explain all this is and why it is important to understand is Ross Petras, host of the podcast, You’re Saying It Wrong (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/youre-saying-it-wrong/id1434115608) and co-author (with his sister Kathryn) of the book You're Saying It Wrong: A Pronunciation Guide to the 150 Most Commonly Mispronounced Words--and Their Tangled Histories of Misuse (https://amzn.to/3LKS8B8).

    Remembering names is a struggle for many of us. If you would like to be better at it, listen as I explain a few techniques that will help you retain the names of people you meet. https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/fulfillment-any-age/201210/the-one-social-skill-can-change-your-life

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    SYSK Choice: The New Science of Human Metabolism & The Real Reasons Wars Exist Mar 25, 2023

    If you are into stories of success and what it takes to be the best, you will sometimes here someone quote a study about the importance of goal setting. The study happened at Yale University in 1953. You should NOT pay attention to that study and this episode begins with the reason why.. https://www.fastcompany.com/27953/if-your-goal-success-dont-consult-these-gurus

    People may think they know what causes weight gain and weight loss – but what people think is often wrong according to my guest Herman Pontzer. He is one of the foremost researchers in the area of human metabolism and author of the book Burn: New Research Blows the Lid Off How We Really Burn Calories, Lose Weight, and Stay Healthy (https://amzn.to/3cdjiOQ). Herman joins me to explain how body weight works and why some people really are naturally thin while others seem destined to struggle with weight. He also explains why the role of exercise is often misunderstood when it comes to losing weight.

    Certainly, on the surface, it seems that war is totally cruel and senseless. Still, for centuries, humans have fought and killed each other in war. And for what? There is no country or civilization that has ever gone to war without doing great harm to itself. And yet war persists all over the world and throughout history. To get a better understanding of this, I invite you to listen to my guest Mike Martin, visiting research fellow at the Department of War Studies, King’s College in London and author of the book, Why We Fight (https://amzn.to/3cf17s2)

    To be a champion at anything, you need to have talent and ability. However, it takes more than that. In fact, no champion in sports or music – or anything has made it to the top of their game without following two simple rules. Listen and I will tell you what they are. Source: Daniel Coyle author of The Talent Code (https://amzn.to/3smZBd6)

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    Shhh! The Amazing Benefits of Being Quiet & Why You Get Cravings Mar 23, 2023

    This is going to sound weird but a good time to make a decision is when you have the urge to go to the bathroom. You are probably wondering; how can that be? What’s the connection? This episode begins with a discussion that will make sense once you hear it. https://www.psychologicalscience.org/news/releases/full-bladder-better-decisions-controlling-your-bladder-decreases-impulsive-choices.html

    The world is noisy and getting noisier. We have noise coming at us from everywhere as well as from inside our own head. And all that noise can be trouble. The antidote? Silence! That’s according to Leigh Marz, a consultant and coach who is coauthor of a book called Golden: The Power of Silence in a World of Noise (https://amzn.to/3yKi203). Listen as she discusses the negative effects of noise that are sometimes hard to notice. She also has some great ways you can turn the volume down on that noise to enjoy the experience of silence and the benefits that result.

    Ever wonder why we get cravings? What causes them? Where do they come from? Can you stop them – or maybe you should just give in to them. Joining me to discuss the science of cravings is Amy Shah, MD. She is a board-certified medical doctor and nutrition expert with training from Cornell, Columbia, and Harvard Universities. She is also author of the book I'm So Effing Hungry : Why We Crave What We Crave – and What to Do About It (https://amzn.to/3JCOHL8)

    People tend to think their homeowner’s or renter’s insurance policy covers only things related to their home. However, you might be surprised to learn what else it likely covers – things that seem unrelated to your home. Listen to hear an explanation of some of those possible benefits. http://consumerist.com/2012/04/12/stuck-with-a-forged-check-homeowners-insurance-to-the-rescue

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    What The Voice Inside Your Head is Really Saying & What is Normal? Mar 20, 2023

    It is common for your mind to wander. That’s what people do, especially if they are not doing anything that requires deep thought or concentration. But letting your mind wander could be causing you harm Listen and I will explain why. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2010/11/101111141759.htm

    You probably talk to yourself a lot. And often the things you say are self-critical and negative. You can change the things you say to yourself and there are a lot of good reasons why you should according to Dr. Rachel Goldsmith Turow, a psychotherapist, a research scientist, adjunct faculty member at Seattle University and author of the book The Self-Talk Workout: Six Science-Backed Strategies to Dissolve Self-Criticism and Transform the Voice in Your Head (https://amzn.to/3L6H5Sq). After hearing her, you will become more aware of your self-talk and realize how important it is to change that voice in your head to be much kinder.

    Here is the link to the UCLA course Rachel mentioned at the Mindful Awareness Research Center: https://www.uclahealth.org/programs/marc

    Just because something is normal doesn’t make it right. That’s the message from Dr. Gabor Mate an acclaimed physician, speaker and author of the bestselling book The Myth of Normal (https://amzn.to/3lcqW3i). We follow much of our conventional wisdom because it has been deemed normal. For example, parents are taught not to pick up their crying baby, mothers often go back to work 2 weeks after giving birth. These things are normal. But are they the right thing to do? Listen to Gabor Mate and you may start to question - “What is normal?”

    I’m sure you come across people who love to talk about themselves. So, the next time that happens, I have a suggestion on what to say (assuming you can get a word in), that will help move the conversation in a better direction – or maybe just end it. https://www.uexpress.com/life/miss-manners/2014/09/02

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    SYSK Choice: The Universe’s Biggest Questions Answered & A Fascinating Study of Pain Mar 18, 2023

    No one likes to throw away milk because it went bad. What you may not know is that there is a little trick that can help your milk last longer and I begin this episode by telling you what it is. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-7673247/The-ways-groceries-fresh-longer.html

    Have you ever asked those big questions like - Who are we? Why are we here? Are there aliens out there? Will the universe end one day? These are some of the very good questions I discuss with astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson, Director of the Hayden Planetarium in NYC, host of the podcast StarTalk (https://www.startalkradio.net/) and author of the book Cosmic Queries (https://amzn.to/3bp2dkr).

    You may not realize it but your life is full of self-fulfilling prophecies. Listen as I explain how they work and how powerful they are in your life when it comes to your goals and dreams. Source: Dr. Frank Lawlis author of Retrain Your Brain (https://amzn.to/30jnju7)

    No one likes pain but it actually serves a very useful purpose. Sociologist Margee Kerr studies pain and she joins me to reveal what pain is, why some people have more tolerance for pain than others and how you can subjectively change the way you perceive pain. Margee is author of the book Ouch!: Why Pain Hurts, and Why it Doesn’t Have To (https://amzn.to/30lfa8F).

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    The Magic Words To Get What You Want & Why You Get Headaches Mar 16, 2023

    Groceries are expensive. So this episode begins with a very effective and uncomplicated strategy that can save you a ton of money at the supermarket with just a little effort. Source: https://www.grocery.com/the-grocery-game/

    When you want to communicate, connect or influence people, certain words are more impactful than others. In fact, there is a whole new science of language regarding this. At the forefront of it all is Jonah Berger, marketing professor at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and author of several fascinating books including his latest, Magic Words: What to Say to Get Your Way (https://amzn.to/3FctHIE). Listen and you will be amazed at how changing a few words when you speak or write can drastically change the effect of what you are saying.

    We all get headaches from time to time. What causes them? What is it that actually hurts? What’s the difference between a regular headache and a sinus headache or a migraine? Are headaches trying to tell us something? Listen as all of this is explained by Amanda Ellison, a physiologist and neuroscientist at Durham University and author of the book Splitting: The Inside Story on Headaches (https://amzn.to/3FdrnRI).

    You wouldn’t think that a you can tell much of anything about a person’s health based on their handshake – but it seems you can, at least some of the time. Listen as I explain how the two are related and why a firm handshake is important. https://www.prevention.com/health/a20431307/weak-handshake-linked-to-stroke-risk/

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    What Marketers Can Tell From The Sound of Your Voice & What It Means to Be Healthy Mar 13, 2023

    If you are having a bad day, you might want to try washing a particular body part. It appears it helps even though it makes no sense. Listen and I will tell you what it is. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21707206/

    Imagine if marketers could tell things about you just by the sound f your voice? Well, it is not only possible, it is being done right now! Your voice can reveal your age, height, socio-economic status, ethnicity – all sorts of things. And marketers use it to sell you things. But that is just the tip of the iceberg according to Joseph Turow Professor at the University of Pennsylvania’s Annenberg School for Communication and author of the book The Voice Catchers: How Marketers Listen In to Exploit Your Feelings, Your Privacy, and Your Wallet (https://amzn.to/3YgUGJH) If you are concerned about your privacy, you should listen to what Joseph has to say.

    Can you be sick and healthy at the same time? Actually, yes you can if you adapt to your illness. And humans have an amazing ability to adapt according to Tamen Jadad-Garcia coauthor of the book Healthy No Matter What: How Humans are Hardwired to Adapt (https://amzn.to/3L1POoR). Tamen joins me to explore what it really means to be healthy and how we can adapt to illness to improve the quality of life no matter what health issues you face.

    Want to sleep better tonight? There is something you can do that is amazingly simple yet dramatically increase the quality of your sleep. Listen to hear what it is. http://www.besthealthmag.ca/best-you/sleep/6-ways-to-improve-your-sleep-hygiene?slide=2#0QEJXJSRL7wAxmyT.97

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    SYSK Choice: Why Humor Is a Secret Weapon & Healthier Relationship Fighting Mar 11, 2023

    It’s not too early to think about Mother’s Day. It’s not that far away. So, who started it? How did it all begin. Listen as I begin this episode with a brief explanation of the origins of Mother’s Day and how it got pretty nasty for a while. https://www.rd.com/list/history-of-mothers-day/

    Who doesn’t enjoy a good laugh? And laughing also turns out to be really good for you. Laughing has been linked to a longer life and enjoy of host of other benefits. So incorporating more humor, laughter and lightness into your life is likely a really good idea says Naomi Bagdonas who is a lecturer at Stanford University School of Business, a media consultant and coach as well as author of the book Humor, Seriously: Why Humor Is a Secret Weapon in Business and Life (https://amzn.to/3f32WKD). Listen as Naomi explains how humor is a learned skill and how we can all bring more humor and joy into our lives and enjoy the benefits that come from it.

    Have you ever met anyone who says when they fight with their spouse or partner, they are really good at it? Probably not. But you are about to. Listen as my guest Penn Holderness explains some great strategies that will empower you to fight better and get better outcomes when those inevitable disagreements come up in your relationship Penn, along with his wife are authors of the book Everybody Fights: So Why Not Get Better At It? (https://amzn.to/3cYf1Oz)

    I am sure you have noticed that your stomach tends to growl and gurgle at exactly the wrong time. Listen as I discuss what causes your stomach to make noise and how to make it less likely to happen in church or those other quiet moments when everyone can hear it. https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/features/why-does-my-stomach-growl

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    Crypto, Blockchain and NFTs Made Simple & The Story of The Oscars Mar 09, 2023

    At the start of a relationship, how important is that first kiss? This episode begins with some interesting statistics that show the significance and long-term potential of being a good kisser. Source: The Science of Kissing by Sheril Kirshenbaum (https://amzn.to/3J35RkN).

    By now you have heard terms like cryptocurrency, blockchain technology, digital art, and NFTs (non-fungible tokens). But how important is it for you to really know and understand them? Maybe you should be buying them. After all, these digital assets do seem to be here to stay and some people are predicting they will transform the global financial system. Here to make these things simple and understandable is Ric Edelman. Barron’s ranked him the nation’s #1 Independent Financial Advisor. He has written several books on personal finance and holds two patents for financial product innovation. Ric is host of the radio show and podcast “The Truth About Your Future” (https://www.thetayf.com/) and his latest book is called The Truth About Crypto: A Practical, Easy-to-Understand Guide to Bitcoin, Blockchain, NFTs, and Other Digital Assets (https://amzn.to/3SHW8nu).

    Seems like there is always something to talk about when it comes to The Academy Awards. Controversies, rivalries, egos and ambition all come together on that one night and who knows what will happen. Joining me to talk about the fascinating and sometimes juicy history of the Oscars is Michael Shuman. He is a staff writer at The New Yorker and author of the book Oscar Wars: A History of Hollywood in Gold, Sweat, and Tears (https://amzn.to/3YrrH6h).

    Do you have a middle name? Do you like it? Why do people have them in the first place? Listen as I explain what purpose they serve and how people feel about having or not having a middle name. https://www.nytimes.com/2014/07/13/fashion/theyre-dropping-like-middle-initials.html

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    Science Myths A Lot of People Still Believe & The Strange Story of the Polygraph Mar 06, 2023

    Can trees fight crime? Apparently so - at least some types of crime. Although no one is exactly sure how. Listen and I’ll explain. https://www.motherjones.com/environment/2019/04/trees-crime-cincinnati-philadelphia-ida-b-wells-chicago/

    Is it true that a goldfish has a 3 second memory? Or that lightning never strikes the same place twice? Of course, you know water conducts electricity, right? Actually no. In fact none of those things are true. There are so many myths in science that people believe and we are going to debunk several of them with my guest science writer Brian Clegg. Brian has written over 40 science books, one of which is titled Lightning Often Strikes Twice: The 50 Biggest Misconceptions in Science (https://amzn.to/41sY3jK)

    I’m sure you’ve seen a polygraph machine in movies or television shows. It is supposed to be able to tell if someone is lying. But does it really work? If it is so accurate, why are the results of polygraph tests not admissible in court? If it is so inaccurate, why is it still used? The story of the polygraph or lie detector is an interesting one. Joining me to explain it is Amit Katwala an award winning journalist, a senior writer at Wired and author of the book Tremors in the Blood: Murder, Obsession, and the Birth of the Lie Detector (https://amzn.to/3Zngu7C)

    Are men better drivers than women? I guess it depends on how you define “better.” But in terms of accidents, moving violations and parking ability, there is a difference between men and women. Listen and I’ll reveal which one scores higher. https://www.nytimes.com/2020/04/27/well/live/car-accidents-deaths-men-women.html

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    SYSK Choice: Why You Should Listen to Your Fears & How Dogs Can Detect Disease Mar 04, 2023

    Cat owners are well aware that cats like to hunt, kill and bring home birds and mice as a trophy. There is something cat owners can do to help reduce the number of times that happens. This episode begins with an explanation. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/02/210211113943.htm

    You must be afraid of something -right? In fact, we are all have fears and that’s a good thing. Fear helps keep us safe. So, what exactly is fear? Where does it come from? And what do you do if fear is keeping you from living a full and happy life? Join me as I discuss all of this with Helen Odessky, a licensed clinical psychologist, anxiety expert and author of the book Stop Fear from Stopping You: The Art and Science of Becoming Fear-Wise (https://amzn.to/3qBprt2). She will give a different perspective on the fears you face.

    What if dogs could detect disease in people before a doctor or a medical test could? Actually, it is already happening. With the right training it is amazing what dogs can do to help doctors. Journalist Maria Godavage explores this fascinating field of medicine and she is author of the book called Doctor Dogs: How Are Best Friends are Becoming Our Best Medicine (https://amzn.to/3pLh9gT). She joins me to explain how dogs can smell cancer and detect seizures and other medical conditions before they occur. By the way, Maria has also written about military dogs and the dogs who work for the Secret Service guarding the president and she has a few really interesting stories to tell about that as well.

    You live your life based on a lot of assumptions. We count on things being a certain way. However, when you question your assumptions you can come up with some amazing ideas. Listen as I reveal some great ideas that were simply the result of questioning assumptions and conventional wisdom. Source: Joel Saltzman author of Shake That Brain (https://amzn.to/3pH2TWh).

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    How You Perceive the World Isn’t Quite Right & Why Productivity is Very Overrated Mar 02, 2023

    Being left-handed or right-handed actually impacts how you make decisions. So how can that be? This episode begins with the explanation. http://casasanto.com/papers/Casasanto&Chrysikou_2011.pdf

    Many birds see colors you can’t see. Dogs smell things you can’t even imagine. Some animals can sense the magnetic fields of the earth - yet we couldn't possibly do that. These are a few of the fascinating ways that other creatures perceive the world differently than humans. And believe me, it gets even more interesting. Joining me to explain is Ed Yong, a Pulitzer prize winning science journalist, staff member at The Atlantic and author of the book An Immense World: How Animal Senses Reveal the Hidden World Around Us (https://amzn.to/41vZ2Qa).

    It seems we are obsessed with productivity. It’s all about getting more things done faster and more efficiently. And when you don’t get everything done you hoped to, you feel guilty – as if you failed. Well, hang on a second. Maybe what you really need to do is stop obsessing about being productive and enjoy living your life instead. By doing that, you may be even more productive! That is what I discuss with Madeline Dore. She is host of the podcast Routines and Ruts and author of the book I Didn’t Do That Thing Today: Letting Go of Productivity Guilt (https://amzn.to/3ILawYE).

    Have you ever brought your own snacks to the movie theater because the snacks they offer are so expensive? Well, let’s talk about that. Is it right to do that? After all, you are not supposed to but seriously - the prices are ridiculous. Listen as I explain what you may not have considered about this. Source: David Callahan author of The Cheating Culture (https://amzn.to/3lYq1Ue)

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    Why You Are SO Not the Person You Used to Be & How to Face the Unknown Feb 27, 2023

    Go to any drug store and somewhere you will see the initials Rx. You probably assume it has to do with medicine or prescriptions or something. But why Rx? What do those letters stand for. This episode begins with an explanation. https://www.todayifoundout.com/index.php/2014/06/rx-mean-come/

    You are not the person you used to be. And you are not the person you will one day become. That’s the message from Paul Bloom, psychology professor at the University of Toronto and the Brooks and Suzanne Ragen Professor Emeritus of Psychology at Yale. Listen as he reveals what is likely the happiest years of your life, why you are different from everyone else and other fascinating insight into how your mind works to make you who you are. Paul is author of the book Psych: The Story of the Human Mind (https://amzn.to/3k524d5).

    The future is uncertain. And we tend not to like uncertainty. Yes, the future may be full of opportunity but it can also be full of danger and disappointment. So, let’s take a fresh look at uncertainty with Nathan Furr. Nathan is a professor and author of several books on innovation with his latest book titled The Upside of Uncertainty (https://amzn.to/3SbJBZ6). Listen as he explains how to face the unknown in a different way that minimizes the risk and amplifies opportunity.

    Did you know there are very specific differences between a road a street an avenue and a boulevard? For example, all streets are roads but not all roads are streets. Listen and I’ll explain what the differences are https://www.rd.com/article/difference-between-streets-roads-avenues/

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    SYSK Choice: The Secrets to Speaking With Confidence & Valuable Food Safety Tips Feb 25, 2023

    Think of all the batteries you use in your home for all your remotes and clocks and flashlights. We all go through a lot of batteries and as you are aware, they aren’t cheap. This episode begins with some interesting facts and myths about batteries you likely never knew. http://www.greenbatteries.com/

    It does seem that most people don’t like their own voice and wish it sounded better. The good news is, you really can make it better. Your voice is really an instrument and like a musical instrument you must learn how to use it the right way. Here to tell you how is voice coach Caroline Goyder. She has worked with A-list actors, teachers and broadcasters to improve their voices and she has some very easy strategies that will have you loving the sound of your own voice. Caroline is the author of the book Find Your Voice: The Secret to Talking with Confidence in Any Situation (https://amzn.to/3vi3sKr) and she has a Ted Talk (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a2MR5XbJtXU) that has been viewed over 9 million times.

    Are you concerned with the safety of the food in your kitchen? Do you follow expiration dates or trust your judgement? Have you ever gotten sick from eating food that went bad? A lot of people have which is why Robert Brackett is here. He is professor of food science at the Illinois Institute of Technology and Director of the Institute of Food Safety and Health. Robert offers some practical suggestions to keep your food safe and explains why it is actually a good thing when food spoils and smells bad.

    While it is easy enough to find advice on the secret to success, let me share some very simple wisdom from former advertising executive James Dale. Listen and I am pretty sure you will find what he says rings true for you. Source: James Dale author of The Obvious (https://amzn.to/3t6AsmP).

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    How Your Memory Works and Sometimes Doesn’t & What Humans Are Made Of Feb 23, 2023

    The simple act of touching other people – by hugging or a high five or putting your arm around someone – is very powerful. This episode begins by explaining the power of touch and how it improves all of our lives. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-R9qyWEJuDI

    Our memories are incredible… sometimes. And sometimes they fail us miserably. So how does memory work exactly? Why do we remember some things so well and other things, not at all. Why do memories get distorted over time? How can you make your memory work better when you want it to? Here to discuss all this is Andrew Budson M.D. Andrew is a professor of neurology at Boston University School of Medicine, and he is author of the book Why We Forget and How To Remember Better: The Science Behind Memory (https://amzn.to/3S45vND).

    You are made up of lots of atoms and molecules and cells that all come together to make you what you are. So where do those things come from? How do they work to make you a functioning human being? Joining me to reveal some interesting answers to this puzzle is Dan Levitt. Dan has been writing and producing award-winning science and history documentaries for the National Geographic, Discover, Science, and The History Channel and he is author of the book What's Gotten Into You : The Story of Your Body's Atoms, from the Big Bang Through Last Night's Dinner (https://amzn.to/3YuAWDb)

    Whenever you meet someone, you make a first impression on them. And whatever impression you make tends to stick. People size you up in about 7 seconds. Listen as I explain how to make the best of those 7 seconds so people think you are absolutely wonderful! Source: Marianne LaFrance author of Why We Smile (https://amzn.to/31n2v8X)

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    What Makes People Like You & The Power and Benefits of Asking for What You Need Feb 20, 2023

    You know when you see a really good dancer? What separates the good ones from the not-so-good ones? Well, it is all about one specific part of the body. I start this episode by telling which body part that is and why it is so important. http://www.nature.com/articles/srep42435

    Ever wonder why some people are so much more likable than others? Nicholas Boothman knows. He has researched this and authored a book on the subject called How to Make People Like You in 90 Seconds or Less (https://amzn.to/3RVLybP) Listen as he joins me to explain what it is that will get people to like you and how to avoid doing and saying those things that turn people off.

    It seems like common sense that if you need something from someone else, you just ask them. Yet asking for help is hard for so many of us. We like to think we can and should do things for ourselves. However, asking others for help may be a really smart things to do for reasons beyond what you ever imagined. It not only does NOT make you look weak, it does just the opposite. And the truth is people like to help – but only if you ask. Listen as I talk about this with Wayne Baker, professor of Business Administration & Faculty Director of the Center for Positive Organizations at the University of Michigan Ross School of Business. He is also author of the book All You Have to Do is Ask (https://amzn.to/2VMts12) and he joins me to explain the amazing power and benefits of asking for what you need.

    As we have discussed before, there is very little evidence that Vitamin C has much effect in preventing or curing the common cold. But there is conclusive evidence that Vitamin C is good for another problem that all of deal with from time to time. Listen and I will tell you what that is. https://www.psychologytoday.com/articles/200304/vitamin-c-stress-buster

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    SYSK Choice: How to Be Ready for Your Big Moment & Making Sense of Statistics Feb 18, 2023

    Why are there potholes? Did you know there actually is a “pothole season” when they are more likely to occur? This episode begins with a discussion on one of every drivers’ nemesis – potholes! https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/642198/reason-roads-have-potholes

    We all have big events in life we need to prepare for. Whether it is a job interview, a speech or any other kind of performance, you have to be ready. So what is the best way to prepare? Listen as I talk to someone who knows a lot about preparing for a big event - Buzzy Cohen. He was a 9-game winner on Jeopardy who then went on to victory in the Jeopardy Tournament of Champions. As you will hear, Buzzy says it wasn’t that he was so smart; he was just better prepared. He is here to share his insight into the best ways to prepare for any big event or performance in your life. He also talks about his experience and gives a little “behind the scenes” info on Jeopardy. Buzzy is the author of the audio book Get Ready: A Champion’s Guide to Preparing for the Moments that Matter (https://amzn.to/3tSdp04).

    People often use data and statistics to make an argument or support their case because data is supposed to be convincing. However, it also seems that more of us are less trusting of data. Should we be? It sometimes seems that you can use data to support any side of any argument. So how can we better understand how data and statistics work and how can we use these to improve our understanding of the world? Joining me with some excellent advice is Tim Harford who has been called “the best popular economics writer in the world.” He is author of the book The Data Detective: 10 Easy Rules to Make Sense of Statistics (https://amzn.to/3jENog6).

    Have you ever forgotten something and worried that your memory maybe isn’t working right? It happens to people at every age. Often the reason it happens is simple and relatively easy to fix. Listen as I explore 3 things that can mess with your memory. Source: Scott Hagwood author of Memory Power (https://amzn.to/2LO2ofm).

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    What Makes Food Delicious & The Fight Against Quackery Feb 16, 2023

    The freezer in your kitchen is not especially kind to the ice cream you store in it – or many other foods for that matter. This episode starts with the explanation and the reason there is often ice crystals on top of your ice cream - and how to get rid of them. Source: Professor Richard Hartel author of the book Ice Cream (https://amzn.to/3jNcVrY).

    Unlike other creatures on the planet, we have figured out how to take food and make it tastier and tastier. Why do we do that? What is it that makes some food taste better than others? Is it all personal preference or are we all programmed to like certain tastes? What is flavor exactly? All these are questions I discuss with Rob Dunn. Rob is an evolutionary biologist and professor at North Carolina State University and author of the book, Delicious: The Evolution of Flavor and How It Made Us Human (https://amzn.to/3RPAIUM).

    Quackery is when people tout medical cures or theories without real evidence. While you might think you can detect it when you see it, it can actually be hard to spot. While believing in some quack theories can be harmless, it also has the potential of being quite dangerous. Dr. Joe Schwarcz has spent his career shining a light on quackery and pseudoscience and he is here to discuss some common forms of it. If you believe Vitamin C can cure a cold or that herbs can treat cancer, you need to hear what he has to say. Joe is Director of McGill University’s Office for Science and Society, and author of the book, Quack Quack: The Threat of Pseudoscience (https://amzn.to/40JILGO).

    Your dishwasher can do more than wash dishes. Listen as I reveal what else you can wash in there that you may not have ever thought of. https://www.womansday.com/home/organizing-cleaning/tips/a5539/10-things-you-can-clean-in-the-dishwasher-115717/

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    The Upside of Being Taken For A Sucker & Why Projects Are Often Late and Over-Budget Feb 13, 2023

    We start this episode with some interesting things worth knowing about your credit card including what your options are when the credit card company raises your interest rate. https://motuscc.com/credit-card-processing/9-interesting-credit-card-facts-and-stats/

    No one likes to be scammed or taken for a fool. In fact we keep our antenna up so make sure that doesn’t happen. Maybe though, we are being too vigilant. By being so skeptical and wary of situations and opportunities, we may miss out on some very rewarding ones according to Tess Wilkinson-Ryan. She is a University of Pennsylvania law professor and psychologist and author of the book Fool Proof: How Fear of Playing the Sucker Shapes Our Selves and the Social Order--And What We Can Do About It (https://amzn.to/3jMqrfo). Listen as she explains how to put the fear of being taken for a sucker into perspective and feel a lot better for doing so.

    Can you name a big project that has ever been finished on time and under-budget? Think about any construction project at home or even any government project to build a road or a bridge. It seems it always takes longer and costs more than was projected. Why is that? Why can’t anyone seem to get it right? Well, actually some people can. That is what Bent Flyvbjerg is here to explain. Bent is a professor at Oxford and considered one of the leading experts on topic. He has consulted on over one hundred projects costing $1 billion or more and he is author of the book How Big Things Get Done: The Surprising Factors That Determine the Fate of Every Project, from Home Renovations to Space Exploration and Everything In Between (https://amzn.to/3YxwnHX).

    Why do kids who grow up in the same family, with the same parents and the same rules often turn out so differently? Listen as I explain one leading psychologist’s explanation that should come as good news to parents. Source: Dr. Wes Crenshaw author of the book Dear Dr. Wes: Real Life Advice for Parents of Teens (https://amzn.to/3RIO6dx).

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    SYSK Choice: The Complexities of Ownership & What Money Really Is Feb 11, 2023

    How much gold is on our planet? And have we found most of it? This episode begins with some fascinating intel on gold including how much gold is actually in an Olympic Gold Medal and how much more gold is on a Nobel Prize. https://www.rd.com/article/gold-facts/

    If you own your home, how much of the sky above it do you own? Why is “tolerated theft” actually encouraged by some businesses? These are just some of the interesting questions about ownership you will hear discussed with Michael Heller, one of the world’s leading authorities on ownership. Michael is professor of real estate law at Columbia Law School and co-author of the book Mine! How the Hidden Rules of Ownership Control Our Lives (https://amzn.to/3uDMJkn)

    Where did money come from in the first place? Why do we (and must we) agree that pieces of paper and metal discs actually have value? Listen as Jacob Goldstein tells the fascinating story of money. Jacob is co-host of NPR’s Planet Money program and author of the book Money: The True Story of a Made-Up Thing (https://amzn.to/2P11CwB). Jacob discusses things about money you probably didn’t knew including why there are more $100 bills than $1in circulation and who is uses them mostly.

    A lot of people collect autographs – but what makes certain ones so much more desirable and valuable than others? Listen as I explain what type of autographs are really worth something and which ones are worth little more than the paper they are printed on – and why. https://www.worldcollectorsnet.com/features/autographs/


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    The Importance of Small Talk & Why You Do What You Do Feb 09, 2023

    Why do you have eyebrows? Like everything else, they must have a purpose – there must be a reason. Well, actually there are three reasons. I begin this episode by explaining what they are. https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/58424/why-do-we-have-eyebrows

    When you think about it, every relationship you have ever had, started with small talk. Whether personal or professional, every encounter starts this way if it is ever to develop into something. Still, a lot of people claim to hate small talk and many of us feel as if we are not very good at it. Here to fix that is Debra Fine. She is probably the number one expert on small talk, and she is author of the book, The Fine Art of Small Talk (https://amzn.to/3wSdl3t). Listen and she will explain some powerful yet simple techniques so you will never be uncomfortable making conversation with anyone, anywhere, anytime.

    Ever done something and later wondered why you did it? Or wondered why you reacted to something the way you did? A lot of what drives our actions and reactions is under the radar and may seem mystifying. Here to explain why that happens and how it works is Helena Boschi. She is a psychologist and author of a book called Why We Do What We Do (https://amzn.to/3RE47kL) . Listen as she explains some of the mechanisms of the brain that cause you to do things or react to things that may seem hard to understand.

    If you take a liquid medication, it is pretty easy to just grab a spoon out of your silverware drawer to measure it. Bad idea. Listen as I explain a couple of common mistakes people make when taking medicines at home that can really mess things up. https://www.hmpgloballearningnetwork.com/site/pln/blogs/pln/michael-cawley-pharmd-rrt-cpft-fccm/december-31-2014/medication-errors-among-children-are

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    Easy Ways to Rid Toxins From Your Home & Secrets to Having a Happy Pet Feb 06, 2023

    You have likely had the experience of walking into a room for something – and then forgetting why. You probably feel foolish, yet it happens to everyone. What's the reason? This episode begins with an explanation. http://news.nd.edu/news/27476-walking-through-doorways-causes-forgetting-new-research-shows

    Should you be concerned about toxins in your home? And if so, how do you get rid of them and where do you even begin? That is what toxicologist Daniella Chace is here to discuss. Daniella works with clients to rid their homes of potential toxic hazards and she has written a book called HomeDetox: Make Your Home a Healthier Place for Everyone Who Lives There (https://amzn.to/3HmzKKU) . Listen as she offers a systematic approach to start to make your home less toxic.

    If you have a pet dog or cat, you have questions – we all do. Here to answer some of the most important and often asked questions about keeping pets happy and healthy is veterinarian Dr. Carol Osborne author of the books, Naturally Healthy Cats and Naturally Healthy Dogs (https://amzn.to/3XPml54). Every pet owner needs to hear her advice.

    Anyone who has felt lonely – REALLY lonely, knows it feels horrible. Almost painful. And that is for a very good reason. Listen as I explain how the pain of loneliness is actually a good thing. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/loneliness#:~:text=Loneliness%20is%20the%20state%20of,a%20deep%20and%20pervasive%20loneliness.

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    SYSK Choice: Why Half of Life is a Total Mystery & How The News Affects Us Feb 04, 2023

    You have likely noticed that men – and teenage boys – will sometimes act foolishly in front of a pretty women. It is also true that men take more risks if they know a woman is watching. Why do they do that? This episode begins with an evolutionary explanation. http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2010-03/sp-wdm031810.php

    You probably think the world is fairly predictable and there is probably a good explanation for why things happen. However, that’s not exactly true. For instance, why does one smoker die young while another lives to 100? Why do certain medications work for some people but not others? The answer is – no one knows. Journalist and broadcaster Michael Blastland believes that we need to face the fact that much of how the world works is a total mystery. Michael is the author of a book called The Hidden Half (https://amzn.to/3pCFvt8). Listen as he makes the case that there are unforeseen forces that influence much of what happens – and no one can explain it.

    News has always been treated as important. If there is a story in the news, it must be a big deal – or it wouldn’t be in the news. When you watch or read the news you get the impression that whatever is being discussed must really matter. But does it? Do people really care about what is in the news? You may be surprised to hear the answer from Rob Brotherton, a psychology and science writer who teaches at Barnard College in New York and is author of the book Bad News: Why We Fall for Fake News (https://amzn.to/3dySmKn). If you watch the news, you will find what he says to be fascinating.

    Did you know chocolateis partly responsible for the discovery of the microwave oven? Do you know how much caffeine is in chocolate? And what’s the link between chocolate and acne? Listen as I explain some fascinating facts about chocolate you may not know. http://justfunfacts.com/interesting-facts-about-chocolate/

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    What’s Wrong With Healthcare & How Restaurants Work and Why So Many Fail Feb 02, 2023

    How can dirt be good for you? This episode begins with the proven benefits of playing in the dirt – or even gardening if that is more your speed. https://loganhailey.medium.com/can-you-actually-get-high-on-soil-use-dirt-to-elevate-your-mood-8680d3eb8e00

    Healthcare is big business. And as you may have noticed, doesn’t always seem to work so smoothly. What’s wrong with it? What are patients complaining about. More importantly, how can you make it work right for you? Dr. F. Perry Wilson studies this and has some fascinating insight into the workings of the healthcare industry and how to navigate it so it works for you and your family. Dr. Wilson is a nephrology and internal medicine specialist and is on the faculty at the Yale School of Medicine. He is author of the book How Medicine Works and When It Doesn't: Learning Who to Trust to Get and Stay Healthy (https://amzn.to/3iZcb2F).

    The restaurant business is fascinating. It is also a very difficult business to be in. After all, most new restaurants fail within a few years. So what is it that attracts people to that business? How do successful restaurants operate? How can you get a table when a restaurant is packed? Here with the inside scoop on the restaurant business is Michael Cecchi-Azzolina who has worked in the New York restaurant business for many years and is author of the book, Your Table Is Ready: Tales of a New York City Maître D’ (https://amzn.to/3kKzTQG).

    Your dog probably hates it when you leave your home without him or her. Separation anxiety is a real big deal for a lot of dogs. Listen as I explain why this happens and what you can do to reduce the anxiety Source: Marty Becker DVM author of From Fearful to Fear Free (https://amzn.to/3JjjEnP)

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    How to Think Outside Your Brain & Proven Secrets to A Long and Fulfilling Life Jan 30, 2023

    Human beings seek out novelty. That’s a good thing in many ways – but it is also troublesome. This episode begins with a look at why we seek out new things, places and experiences and how we quickly adapt to them so that we then need to seek out more new novelty. Source: Winifred Gallagher author of the book New (https://amzn.to/3XsAxRb)

    When you have a problem, you are often told to, “Use your head!” While that may be good advice, you can actually use things outside your head to help you think. Gestures are a good example. We often use gestures to help us figure out what we are trying to say. Computers help us think and so do pictures. But there is a lot more to this idea of thinking outside the brain which you will hear when you listen to my guest Annie Murphy Paul. Annie is science writer whose work has appeared in the New York Times, the Boston Globe, Scientific American, Slate, Time magazine and she is author of the bestselling book The Extended Mind: The Power of Thinking Outside the Brain (https://amzn.to/3Hp3k3R)

    What if you followed a group of people for decades and watched how they lived? Think of it - you could discover a lot about what makes people happy and healthy over a long period of time. Well, that’s exactly what happened. The Harvard Study of Adult Development has followed the lives of two generations of individuals from the same families for more than 80 years. And you will be fascinated by what they have found. Listen as I speak with Dr. Robert J. Waldinger, who directs the study and is author of the book, The Good Life: Lessons from the World’s Longest Scientific Study of Happiness (https://amzn.to/3HpbFVc)

    Ever wonder where you fall on the introvert/extrovert scale? Listen as I explain the difference between extroversion and introversion and how to tell which one you are. I also discuss why being shy is not the same as being introverted. Source: Susan Cain author Quiet (https://amzn.to/3XQUH7d)

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    SYSK Choice: How to Solve a Problem by Reframing It & Understanding Behavioral Bias Jan 28, 2023

    Everyone makes mistakes. Still, it would be nice if we could all make fewer of them. This episode begins by revealing a few simple strategies to help people make fewer errors as they attempt to accomplish a task. (Source: Joseph Hallinan author of Why We Make Mistakes https://amzn.to/39OVFrM).

    When you have a problem, you need a solution. And maybe the best way to find one is to change or reframe the problem. That’s according to Thomas Wedell Wedellsborg, who is author of the book What’s Your Problem? To Solve Your Toughest Problems, Change the Problems You Solve (https://amzn.to/3bUChLN) . Listen as Thomas explains how to change the problem to find a better solution.

    Seems like whenever you are sick with almost any illness, part of the prescription to get better is bed rest. So, what is so special about bed rest? Listen as I discuss what bed rest actually does to help you get better – and the benefits are real. https://www.wsj.com/articles/fighting-the-flu-when-you-need-to-stay-home-and-in-bed-1423504355

    Of course, you like to think that you see the world through objective eyes, but it just isn’t true. Humans have very distinct biases that color your view of things, events and people. While these biases can be helpful, they can also get in the way. Listen as I discuss this with Dr. Daniel Krawczyk, professor of behavioral and brain science at the University of Texas in Dallas. He is also the co-host of the Mental Models podcast (https://www.mentalmodelspodcast.com/) and co-author of the book Understanding Behavioral Bias (https://amzn.to/2vOw3MY). You’ll get some great insight into to how biases influence your thoughts and the decisions you make.

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    Understanding The Hacker's Mind & Your Ever Shrinking Attention Span Jan 26, 2023

    Could you be smarter, thinner and better looking than you think you are? This episode begins with a look at how people tend to underestimate some of their own characteristics. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/dating-and-mating/201801/3-reasons-youre-more-attractive-you-think-you-are

    When you think of hackers, you probably think of computer hackers doing bad things. However, there is a broader view of hacking that is really quite interesting. …. Bruce Schneier is a renowned security technologist, who has written more than a dozen books. He teaches at the Harvard Kennedy School and is latest book is called A Hacker's Mind: How the Powerful Bend Society's Rules, and How to Bend them Back (https://amzn.to/3HhdVgQ). Bruce joins me to explain how hacking goes on in all aspects of life from taxes to basketball and how it’s not always a bad thing. In fact hacking can be revolutionary.

    Attention spans are shrinking – and that’s not a good thing. When you can’t stay focused for very long it leads to errors in judgement and other costly mistakes and problems. Here to explain what those problems are and how to stay focused and keep from being distracted is psychologist Gloria Mark. She is a professor at UC Irvine and author of the book Attention Span: A Groundbreaking Way to Restore Balance, Happiness and Productivity (https://amzn.to/3XmFCL4).

    The color of the plate or bowl you eat from can alter people’s perception of how the food tastes. Listen as I explain this interesting finding. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/51841254

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    Inventions That Changed Your World & How to Make Better Love and Money Decisions Jan 23, 2023

    Why are they called marshmallows? Where did the name Spam come from? Is there alligator in Gatorade? This episode begins with the interesting origins of some iconic foods. https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/tagged/health/at-home/odd-facts-7-iconic-products-164000529.html

    Certain inventions throughout history have had a dramatic effect on how we all view the world. The mirror, photography, television, and the smartphone (amongst others) have all significantly altered how we see ourselves and our place on the planet. Listen to this intriguing tale as told by my guest Susan Denham Wade author of the book A History of Seeing in Eleven Inventions (https://amzn.to/3vZdj9k)

    Decisions about love and money are often the most difficult ones to make and ones we often get wrong. How can we improve our chances of making better love and money decisions? That is what Myra Strober is here to reveal. Myra is a labor economist, Professor Emerita at Stanford University and author of the book Money and Love: An Intelligent Roadmap for Life's Biggest Decisions (https://amzn.to/3H34xNO)

    From the time you were a child you have likely been told to stand up straight and suck in your gut. Part of that advice is good but the other part isn’t. Listen as I explain why. https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/2021/11/12/how-to-stop-holding-in-stomach/

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    SYSK Choice: Critical Steps to Quality Sleep & The Secret to Productive Disagreements Jan 21, 2023

    Some people tend to over-apologize. They even apologize for things that are not their fault. I start this episode by explaining why we do it and why we need to stop. And when you do have to apologize, I will tell you how. (Source: Harriet Lerner author of the book Why Won’t You Apologize (https://amzn.to/37NoYug)

    Getting enough sleep is far more important than many people realize. It affects your health, mood, performance and longevity. Here to reveal just how important it is and how to make sure you are getting enough sleep is Dr. Jennifer Ashton, chief medical correspondent for ABC-TV and author of the book, The Self-Care Solution (https://amzn.to/2tlwDkw).

    Arguments and disagreements can be interesting, even fiery but often they are just an exercise in futility. That may be because we are approaching the process of arguing all wrong. Julia Dhar is a partner at Boston Consulting Group and author of the book The Decision Maker’s Playbook (https://amzn.to/36MlZkq). Listen as she offers some fascinating research on disagreements and some excellent strategies to use when you get into an argument so that the conversation is actually productive – or at the very least not destructive.

    Wash, condition, rinse. That’s the order of how you probably wash your hair. So what if you changed up the order a bit? Listen as I explain why that may be a good thing for your hair. https://www.healthline.com/health/beauty-skin-care/shampoo-or-conditioner-first

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    Harnessing the Voice Inside Your Head & How to Shape a Perfect Meeting Jan 19, 2023

    When you see a construction site where there is sandblasting going on, you probably shouldn’t hang around. This episode begins with an explanation of the problem sandblasting poses to anyone nearby. Source: Dr. Paul Blanc author of “How Everyday Products Make People Sick” (https://amzn.to/3iug5Me)

    You have a voice inside your head. It talks to you all the time and tells you good things and bad things. It can be a positive coach or a negative critic. Where does that voice come from? How can you use that voice to your advantage? Find out by listening to my guest Ethan Kross. He is an award-winning psychologist, professor at the University of Michigan and author of the book Chatter: The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness It (https://amzn.to/38XXEwa)

    While meetings can be good and are often necessary, it does seem that a lot of meetings are a big waste of time. Wouldn’t it be great if you could make meetings better? You absolutely can according to my guest Mamie Kanfer Stewart. She is founder of a company called Meeteor (www.meeteor.com) which helps businesses improve the quality of meetings. Marnie is coauthor of the book Momentum: Creating Effective, Engaging and Enjoyable Meetings (https://amzn.to/2XXL2yT). Listen as she offers some easy ways to make your meeting more productive and engaging.

    When was the last time you checked your tires – REALLY checked them? You may not realize it, but your tires can lose half of the air in them before they even start to look flat. Having underinflated tires can cause all kinds of problems and cost a lot of money. Listen as I explain those problems and how to prevent them. Source: https://bit.ly/3oYpjmj

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    Our Fascination With Butts & What Makes A Good Apology (and A Bad One) Jan 16, 2023

    The pitch of your voice sends a message. Often when you are nervous or stressed, the pitch goes up and people can tell. This episode begins with some advice on how to tame your voice in stressful situations, so you sound great and are not betrayed by your own voice. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/communications-matter/202101/why-you-need-pitch-your-voice-lower

    Even though we all have one, there does seem to be a cultural mystery and fascination with the human butt. And by the way, only humans have actual butts. So what is it about butts and why do so many people hate the one they have? What makes an attractive butt? Here to shed some light on all this is Heather Radke author of a book that Amazon awarded one of the best books of 2022 - called Butts: A Backstory (https://amzn.to/3IDCndo)

    There will always be times when we need to apologize. And how you deliver that apology can help make things better – or worse. So what is the anatomy of the perfect apology? And what makes a terrible one? To find out, listen to my guest Marjorie Ingall, co-author of the book Sorry, Sorry, Sorry: The Case for Good Apologies (https://amzn.to/3vTllk9).

    When you leave a tip at a restaurant, you are sending a message. How much should you leave? What if the service was bad? Listen as I explain some things to consider when deciding how much to leave and why. Source: Steve Dublanica author of Keep The Change (https://amzn.to/3GSS9Qw)

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    SYSK Choice: Why You Are Prone to Financial Mistakes & Why Time is Just a Mirage Jan 14, 2023

    Have you ever wondered to yourself, “Is it ever too late?” Perhaps there are goals in your life and career that you think have passed you by. That if you don’t set course early in life, maybe you will miss out. Often parents worry that if their kids don’t get on the right track early enough, others will pass them by. This episode begins with some interesting and optimistic research on why these worries may not be justified. Source: Susan Krauss Whitbourne author of The Search for Fulfillment (https://amzn.to/3bCL47h)

    Everyone makes blunders with their money from time to time. In fact, we just may be wired that way according to research conducted by Brad Klontz. Brad is a financial psychologist, a certified financial planner, an associate professor at Creighton University’s Heider College of Business in Nebraska and author of the book Money Mammoth: Unlocking the Secrets of Financial Psychology to Break from the Herd and Avoid Extinction (https://amzn.to/2LHWU5h). Brad joins me to discuss why people have so much trouble with money, why we never seem to save enough and how to get on the path that will make you feel good about your financial life. You’ll find his advice is pretty easy and painless.

    Where does all the lost and unclaimed luggage from airplanes go? Not only is this an interesting story, it turns out you can shop online and buy things left on airplanes and some of it is really amazing. https://www.unclaimedbaggage.com/

    Of course you know what time is but try to define it. It is impossible really even though we know intuitively exactly what time is and how to measure it. It wasn’t always that way though. For most of history, it wasn’t all that important to know EXACTLY what time it was. But it all changed when the railroads came along. Listen as I discuss the fascinating history of time with Joseph Mazur professor emeritus of mathematics at Marlboro College and author of the book, The Clock Mirage: Our Myth of Measured Time (https://amzn.to/3oJ8qvI).

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    The Proven Benefits of Having More Fun & How We Tamed Electricity Jan 12, 2023

    Wouldn’t it be great if you had a way to turbocharge your will power when you are faced with temptation? Well, you do have such a way. This episode begins with a simple technique that will help you resist whatever is tempting you in the moment and keep you on the straight and narrow. http://www.scientificamerican.com/podcast/episode/clenched-muscles-assist-self-contro-10-10-20/

    Everyone wants to be happy but being happy isn’t something you do, it's the result of doing something you enjoy. You must first have fun, then happiness follows. This is according to organizational psychologist Mike Rucker author of a book on this called The Fun Habit (https://amzn.to/3inKGPT). Listen as Mike explains why fun is the key to happiness and why so many of us struggle with the idea of just playing and having fun. He reveals how the benefits of incorporating even just a little more fun in your life can be tremendous. Mike also offers some easy strategies to carve out time for fun. And he explains why everyone can and should do that as soon as possible.

    The fact that we all have reliable electricity at the flip of a switch is really quite amazing when you think about it. It has only been in the last 120 years or so that having electricity in your home has been the norm. So how did scientists tame this force of nature so that it now powers so much of our lives? Here to tell the story is Kathy Joseph. She holds multiple advanced degrees in physics ad engineering and has a YouTube Channel called Kathy Loves Physics and History. https://www.youtube.com/c/KathyLovesPhysicsHistory. She is also author of the book The Lightning Tamers: True Stories of the Dreamers and Schemers Who Harnessed Electricity and Transformed Our World (https://amzn.to/3CqcyJY)

    Whenever you feel down or depressed, it is typically because you are regretting something in your past or you worry about something in your future – or both. Listen as I explain what you can do the next time that happens that should make you feel better in the moment. Source: Dr. Jeffrey Rossman author of The Mind-Body Solution (https://amzn.to/3QkommK)

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    The Power of Awe and Wonder & The Backstories of Your Favorite Songs Jan 09, 2023

    When you are all stuffed up with a cold or the flu or Covid, it can be very hard to sleep because you can’t breathe. This episode begins with some excellent ways to open things up so you can breathe better and get some rest. http://www.webmd.com/cold-and-flu/features/cold-relief-6-sleep-tips-to-help-youbreathe-easi

    There are a lot of ways to experience that sense of awe and wonder. And it turns out that the experience is really good for you both mentally and physically. Joining me to discuss the science of awe is Dacher Kelter. He is a professor of psychology at the University of California, Berkeley and author of the book Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life (https://amzn.to/3YYVMvh). Listen and you will be seeking out and finding awe a lot more often.

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    Every song has a story – often several stories. Listen and hear the stories behind some of the most famous and loved songs including You’re So Vain, Yesterday, Satisfaction, I Am The Walrus and others. My guest is music critic David Cheal who works at The Financial Times in London and is coauthor of the book The Life of a Song: The Stories Behind 100 of the World’s Best Loved Songs (https://amzn.to/3jIUvbp)

    Sticking to New Year’s resolutions or to any big change is hard. And there’s actually a good reason why that is. Listen as I explain why change is hard and a better way to make a change that is more likely to stick. Source: Kelly Traver M.D. author of “ The Healthiest You (https://amzn.to/3G0oB1F).

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    SYSK Choice: What Influences How Food Tastes & How Habits Work Jan 07, 2023

    You’ve heard about pheromones, right? Supposedly they can make you more appealing. In fact, some perfumes and colognes claim to have pheromones in them that will give you more sex appeal. This episode looks at those claims and whether they can really improve your love life. https://www.rd.com/article/do-pheromone-perfumes-really-work/

    Does dessert taste sweeter on a round plate than it does on a square plate? Can candles on the table improve the taste of a meal? It seems that a lot of things can influence our perceptions of the food we eat. Joining me to discuss how this works and the research behind it is Nell McShane Wulfhart. She is a journalist and author of the audiobook Off Menu: The Secret Science of Food and Dining (https://amzn.to/3n2rbsC).

    How do you form a positive new habit or break an old bad one? It is something we would all probably like to know how to do. And here to discuss it is Wendy Wood, Provost Professor of Psychology and Business at the University of Southern California and author of the book, Good Habits, Bad Habits: The Science of Making Positive Changes That Stick. (https://amzn.to/34USXAW). Listen as she explains some effective yet simple ways to change habits to really improve your life.

    It's easy to spend a lot of time wishing people were different and trying to get them to change. Is it a waste of time or can you help people change? Listen as I explain one renowned psychiatrist take on changing how other people act and behave. Source: Dr. Steven Reiss author of Who Am I? (https://amzn.to/2WZY2DP).

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    Amazing Things Your Smartphone Camera Can Do & Is Fasting Really Healthy? Jan 05, 2023

    We all want to be happy – but maybe not too happy. This episode begins by explaining how too much happiness can be a problem and how a little unhappiness can be a very good thing. https://www.businessinsider.com/on-a-scale-of-1-to-10-how-happy-should-you-aspire-to-be-2012-5

    One of the most amazing things about your smartphone is the camera. And you likely haven’t taken the time to really understand all the amazing things it can do. Yes, it takes pictures and videos but it does so much more. Here to explain some of the things you never knew your smartphone camera can do is Scott Kelby. Scott is a is a photographer, photography teacher and author of The iPhone Photography Book (https://amzn.to/3vkgs3l). If you own a smartphone – iPhone or otherwise, you will really enjoy hearing what Scott has to say.

    Fasting has gotten a lot of attention lately. It has been touted as a treatment for many illnesses and ailments as well as a great way to lose weight. But is it all it is cracked up to be? After all, humans need to eat. So what is the science behind this idea of withholding food for long periods of time? Is it safe? Does it really have medical benefits? Joining me with a look at what fasting does and doesn’t do is journalist Steve Hendricks author of the book The Oldest Cure in the World: Adventures in the Art and Science of Fasting (https://amzn.to/3I38287).

    Hard to imagine anyone who doesn’t enjoy listening to music. Good thing too, because listening to music may help prevent a cold or the flu or other illnesses. Listen as I explain how this works. https://www.zmescience.com/science/does-listening-to-music-boost-your-immune-system/

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    What Really Influences What You Purchase & The Benefits of Being Bold Jan 02, 2023

    When you use a public restroom, is it better to use a paper towel or an air dryer to dry your hands? In terms of getting your hands really clean, there is really one clear choice. This episode begins with answer. http://lifehacker.com/5967976/

    Everything you buy is the result of a decision you make. From breakfast cereal to a new car, you decide what to purchase. And there are a lot of things going on that influence that decision. Some of those things will surprise you. Listen to my guest, Phil Barden, who is a marketing expert and author of the book Decoded: The Science Behind Why We Buy (https://amzn.to/3v7If6P) He joins me to discuss the purchasing process we all go through to figure out what to buy and what not to buy.

    Do you think of yourself as bold? Do you speak up and ask for what you want or are you more likely to sit back and take what you get? “Fortune favors the bold” is a phrase you often hear and it is something Jennifer Cohen certainly believes in. Jennifer has a brilliant TED talk on this topic (https://www.ted.com/talks/jen_cohen_the_secret_to_getting_anything_you_want_in_life_given_by_jennifer_cohen) and she is host of a podcast called Habits and Hustle (https://habitshustle.com/). She is also author of the book Bigger, Better, Bolder: Live the Life You Want, Not the Life You Get (https://amzn.to/3jlI6tO). If you have ever regretted not speaking up and asking for what you want, you need to hear this discussion.

    Have you ever had a waiter or waitress come to your table and ask how everything is going and you said it was great even though it wasn’t? Most people do because it is a hassle to complain. But NOT complaining could be costing you. Listen as I explain. https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/the-squeaky-wheel/201112/telling-white-lies-comes-price

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    SYSK Choice: How to Achieve Your New Year’s Resolutions & What Influences Our Preferences Dec 31, 2022

    Why do we yawn? You might think it is because we are tired or bored. However, according to some research, yawning has nothing to do with either of those things. This episode begins with a look at the real reason we yawn and why yawning is contagious. http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/story?id=3425960&page=1

    If you have ever tried to make a significant change in your life, you know it can be very difficult. It’s why so many New Year’s resolutions don’t last very long. What makes change so hard? One of the big reasons is what executive coach Marshall Goldsmith calls “triggers.” Triggers are those things that can get in the way of achieving your goals. Listen as Marshall offers concrete advice for making lasting positive changes and achieving your goals by managing those triggers. Marshall is author of the book Triggers (http://amzn.to/2dWTWog).

    Why do you like the things you like? You probably have a favorite color or a favorite food – but why? It is interesting that one person can hate something that another person loves. It applies to clothes, cars, numbers, people – almost anything. What is it that influences our tastes and preferences? Listen as I speak with Tom Vanderbilt author of the book You May Also Like (http://amzn.to/2h8YecT ) and discover why you prefer some things over others and why you have a favorite color.

    What really matters when it comes to health and long life? Yes, exercise, diet and lifestyle are all important, but it actually may have even more to do with the kind of person you are. To find out if you are that kind of person who is likely to live a long and healthy life, you need to answer an important question. Listen and I will tell you what that question is. (Source: Dr. Paul Persall author of, Write Your Own Pleasure Prescription: https://amzn.to/2RdFqyU).

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    How to Move On From a Setback & The Interesting Way Trends Come and Go Dec 29, 2022

    You mother likely told you to drink a lot of fluids when you have a cold or the flu. So, what is the theory there? How does drinking water or juice or anything else fight off an illness? A lot of people think it flushes out your system but that’s not the reason. This episode begins with the actual reason why it is a good idea to keep drinking when you are sick – but not too much. https://www.realsimple.com/health/first-aid-health-basics/too-much-water-while-sick-can-be-dangerous

    Have you ever had a bad day or a difficult encounter with someone and you just can’t shake it off? The result can be that you keep thinking about it and that negatively impacts your performance the rest of the day. It happens to all of us I suspect and there is a technique that can really help. Dr. Adam Fraser author of the book The Third Space (https://amzn.to/35BAPub) explains how elite athletes, salespeople and peak performers everywhere don’t let a bad experience keep them down and you can do it too.

    Here's a little test: Can you sit on the floor and then get up without using your hands? There is good news for those who can and bad news for those who cannot. Listen as I explain why. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-2247402/Can-floor-using-hands-If-heading-early-grave.html

    How do you spot a trend? Where do trends come from? Rohit Bhargava has been trying to predict trends for a decade and has published a book about it each year for the last several years. He uses something called “Non-Obvious Thinking” which he says we should all do to help us spot new opportunities. Rohit joins me to explain how you do it and what the latest trends are. His latest book, which will be the last one in the series is called Non Obvious Megatrends: How to See What Others Miss and Predict the Future (https://amzn.to/36PG61q).

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    Why The Right Words Matter & How to Stop Avoiding Stuff Dec 26, 2022

    There is something about feeling appreciated that feels so very good. However, there is one big problem with appreciation. This episode begins with an explanation of how appreciation is often misused and is often a missed opportunity. http://ombudsfac.unm.edu/Article_Summaries/Beyond_Reason.pdf

    Laughter can be magical. Not just the act of laughter but the word itself. It seems just using the word in conversation can win you big points. That’s according to my guest Will Jelbert, a communications consultant who has spent the last several years researching how to best use the written and spoken word to connect with people. He is also the author of Word Wise: Say What You Mean, Deepen Your Connections, and Get to the Point (https://amzn.to/358ndaX). Will joins me to explain how using the right words in your communication can make you a much more powerful communicator.

    People like to procrastinate. Which is weird when you think about it. If you have something that needs doing, why not just do it? Here to explain why we procrastinate and to offer some great advice on how to get things done that you keep putting off is psychotherapist Matthew Boone. Matt is an instructor at the University of Arkansas and author of Stop Avoiding Stuff (https://amzn.to/2FyXTlw).

    It seems pretty common for people who are about to get married to have second thoughts. But could those second thoughts be trying to tell you something important? Listen as I explain. http://newsroom.ucla.edu/portal/ucla/should-i-marry-him-238482.aspx

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    SYSK Choice: Why We Dream & How to Be Personal in a Digital World Dec 24, 2022

    There are a lot of theories and myths about alcohol and how not to fall victim to its effects. For example, mixing caffeine with alcohol will make you feel less sleepy or that light beers are healthier than regular beers. I begin this episode with an examination of which of these and other commonly held beliefs about alcohol are true or false. http://www.purewow.com/wellness/Alcohol-Myths

    Why do we dream at night? Do those dream serve a purpose or are they random thoughts that occupy your brain while you are asleep? Journalist Alice Robb, author of the book Why We Dream (https://amzn.to/2LmMMuy) explores the science of dreams and offers some proven ways that you can use your dreams to help you in your waking life.

    What is the best tasting ketchup? Is it some fancy organic gourmet ketchup or is it Heinz or Hunts or maybe Del Monte? When you test them side-by-side, there is an obvious winner. Listen and discover which ketchup is the best according to almost everyone. (The New Best Recipe cookbook by America’s Test Kitchen – (https://amzn.to/2LmL9gd)

    You probably have a lot more electronic friends on social media, texts and email than you have real friends. And while electronic friends are fine, having traditional friends and connections is probably more important than ever before. Susan RoAne author of the book How to Work a Room (https://amzn.to/2ElLcrk) explores the importance of friendships and offers practical ways to find and make new friends.

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    The Power of Rituals & The Reason People Hate to Exercise Dec 22, 2022

    Smiling is a universal expression of happiness. Even babies born blind smile. So, what does smiling do for you? Why are we attracted to another person’s smile? Listen as I begin this episode with a brief look at smiling. https://www.livescience.com/5254-smiles-innate-learned.html

    Our lives are full of rituals. We have religious rituals, family rituals, holidays rituals, personal rituals – rituals are everywhere. By definition rituals don’t really perform a function beyond being a ritual. So why do we have them? Why do we need them? Here to discuss the importance of human rituals is Dimitris Xygalatas. He is an anthropologist and cognitive scientist who runs the Experimental Anthropology Lab at the University of Connecticut. And he is author of the book Ritual: How Seemingly Senseless Acts Make Life Worth Living (https://amzn.to/3Pq7U4b).

    Even though everyone knows how important exercise is, a lot of people hate it. Why is that? Why is something so important to your health so despised and avoided by so many? It just may be that we never really evolved to exercise – at least not the way we do it today. That’s according to Daniel E. Lieberman. Daniel is a professor of biological sciences and a professor of the Department of Human Evolutionary Biology at Harvard University. And author of the book Exercised: Why Something We Never Evolved to Do Is Healthy and Rewarding (https://amzn.to/3hoPQea). Listen and you won’t feel so guilty the next time you decide you really DON’T want to go out and exercise.

    It is common wisdom that salt can elevate your blood pressure – and reducing the amount of salt will help lower it. Is that true? Listen as I explain the science of salt and blood pressure and why potassium is also a key player in the story. https://healthyeating.sfgate.com/relationships-between-salt-potassium-6609.html

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    The Microchip Shortage and How it Affects You & Why Smart People Make Bad Choices Dec 19, 2022

    Still need to get some holiday shopping done? One of the biggest stressors is trying to find a parking spot. So, this episode begins with some smart holiday parking strategies to help you score a spot quickly in a crowded parking lot. https://jalopnik.com/how-to-win-the-holiday-parking-game-5963162

    Over the last several months there has been a lot of talk about a worldwide microchip shortage. These are the semi-conductor chips that control the workings of cars, electronics and just about everything else it seems. Why are they in such short supply? How hard are these chips to make? What is it they do exactly? These are some of the questions addressed by Chris Miller. He teaches International History at the Fletcher School at Tufts University and he is author of best selling book called Chip War: The Fight for the World's Most Critical Technology (https://amzn.to/3ULP20k).

    Ever notice when conditions are just right – very smart people can make very poor choices? This happens a lot when people are panicked but it also happens because of some other interesting and uniquely human factors. Why does this happen? Joining me to talk about this is Christopher J. Ferguson, professor of psychology at Stetson University in Florida and author of the book Catastrophe!: How Psychology Explains Why Good People Make Bad Situations Worse (https://amzn.to/3VKFHaF).

    If you have heated seats in your car, you need to be careful to avoid something called Toasted Skin Syndrome. Listen as I explain how it happens, what it looks like and what to do about it. https://www.reuters.com/article/us-beware-reports/beware-toasted-skin-with-heated-seats-reports-idUSTRE81M26P20120223

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    SYSK Choice: How to Train a Human (or Dog) & Why English Has Changed Dec 17, 2022

    We are taught that jealousy and envy are not particularly productive emotions. Well, maybe – and maybe not. This episode begins with a look at how jealousy and envy can actually help you achieve your goals. Plus, you’ll hear what the difference is between jealousy and envy because they are not the same thing. https://www.womenshealthmag.com/life/a19918585/jealous/

    Successful dog training is all about conditioning and giving rewards for good behavior. However, when we want people to change their behavior, we are more inclined to criticize and correct the negative more than we reward the positive. So what if we treated people the way a dog trainer trains a dog? That’s what Dr. Karen London advocates. Karen is an experienced dog trainer and behaviorist and she is author of a book called Treat Everyone Like a Dog (https://amzn.to/3m9y1w1). Listen as she explains how to take the principles of positive dog training and use them to get people to do what you want.

    Our language is constantly changing in some interesting and unusual ways. That is why the English of William Shakespeare sounds so strange compared to the English spoken today and while the English spoken in North America is different than the English spoken in the UK. How and why does it change? That is what David Shariatmadari is here to discuss. David is a writer and editor at the Guardian and author of the book, Don’t Believe a Word: The Surprising Truth About Language (https://amzn.to/3ngvp0x)

    Why is it that we get a runny nose when it is really cold outside, even when you aren’t sick? Listen as I explain how it is a by product of how your body works to actually keep you healthy and happy. http://archive.boston.com/news/globe/health_science/articles/2007/01/01/why_does_my_nose_run_in_the_cold/

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    Where Christmas Traditions Come From & How to Talk With Children Dec 15, 2022

    When you go to a restaurant, there are some things you may not want to touch. Why? Well, because they are crawling with germs and just kinda gross. This episode begins with a look at the germiest things in restaurants. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/19/germ-infested-areas-restaurants_n_2159281.html

    Christmas is chock full of traditions. We wrap Christmas gifts and put them under a tree, we eat Christmas foods, we sing Christmas songs, we send Christmas cards and on and on. Where did these traditions come from? Here with the backstories of some of your favorite holiday traditions is Brian Earl. He is host of the Christmas Past podcast https://christmaspastpodcast.com/podcast/ and author of the book Christmas Past: The Fascinating Stories Behind Our Favorite Holiday’s Traditions (https://amzn.to/3FoB3bt). If you love Christmas, you will want to hear this conversation.

    Talking with children is different than talking to other adults – or at least it should be. That’s the message from my guest Rebecca Rolland, a speech pathologist, Harvard lecturer, and author of the book The Art of Talking with Children (https://amzn.to/3Y2nYgd). Since there is a good chance you’ll spending time with children during the holidays (yours or someone else’s) this discussion will come in very handy and give you some insight into how to have great conversations with kids that benefits them and you.

    Ever see that sign in the store that says, “Buy one, get one free”? Sounds tempting but is it really a good deal or could it be a trap? Listen as I explain some retail psychology at work that you should be aware of. http://www.businessinsider.com/7-way-stores-trick-you-into-making-impulse-purchases-2012-5?op=1

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    The Surprising Benefits of Religion & What Living In Outer Space Does To A Person Dec 12, 2022

    Especially around the holidays, wouldn’t it be great if you could get more done in less time? Listen as I explain a simple strategy that works amazingly well yet only 1 in five people bother to do it. http://www.balancetime.com/

    Throughout human history and in every culture there has been religion. People are drawn to religion. Why? What does religion really do for people? That is a fascinating question. And it turns out that people who practice religion get some wonderful benefits according to David DeSteno author of the book How God Works: The Science Behind the Benefits of Religion (https://amzn.to/3AWs2Vx) and host of the podcast How God Works https://davedesteno.com/podcast . Listen as he explores the scientific findings that help explain why religion is so important, how it benefits people and how anyone can reap those benefits regardless of what you believe.

    What would it really be like to live in outer space? What would it do to your body and your mind. After all, humans know nothing but living with gravity. So what happens if you go for long periods of time without it? To answer that and more is someone who has actually travelled to space and lived there for a long time – TWICE! Dave Williams is an astronaut, pilot, ER physician, former Director of Space & Life Sciences at NASA’s Johnson Space Center and author of the book, Why Am I Taller?: What Happens to an Astronaut's Body in Space (https://amzn.to/3FoI5xK). Listen as he explains the challenges as well as the benefits of living in space. If you’ve ever wondered how people sleep or eat in zero gravity, tis will be a fun conversation to listen to.

    “That’s a whole nother story…” It is a common phrase yet it contains a word that isn’t really a word – or is it? Listen as I explain what the “nother” in “a whole nother story” is all about.

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    SYSK Choice: Making Good On Your Best Intentions & What Your Brain Is Doing Now Dec 10, 2022

    The Christmas season is full of stories and traditions. This episode begins with some facts about Christmas you may have never heard before. For example, ever wonder why we use the term Noel at Christmas? Did you ever wonder what Christmas decorations are edible? Listen to discover the answers to these questions and get other fascinating Christmas information that will be fun to share. (http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/50-things-yule-never-know-653613)

    I am sure you have the best of intentions. Yet, intentions are not enough. Very often people fail to follow through and act on their good intentions. Why is that? If you tell yourself you are going to do something, why don’t you just do it? Well, there is a good reason why and here to discuss it is Steve Levinson, clinical psychologist, inventor, entrepreneur and internationally recognized authority on the topic of following through. He is the author of a couple of books including Following Through (https://amzn.to/36rIldU).

    Your brain is the control center of your entire body. The brain does so many wonderful things and works in ways you probably don’t realize. Joining me to discuss how your brain functions and ways you can help it function even better is neuroscientist Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett. She is a professor at Northeastern University, Chief Science Officer for the Center for Law, Brain & Behavior at Harvard University and author of the book Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain (https://amzn.to/2JJecxK).

    Warming your car up on a cold morning before you drive it seems like a good idea. But is it really? If your car battery dies and needs a jump, how long does it take to fully charge it. Listen as I answer some important questions every car owner needs to know.(https://www.motorbiscuit.com/do-you-really-need-to-warm-up-your-car/ )

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    How to Optimize Your Argument Skills & Tips to Instantly Improve Your Writing Dec 08, 2022

    The holiday season is when we are most likely to give to those less fortunate. However, if you are going to give, there are some things that homeless shelters and other charitable organizations need more than others. This episode begins by explaining what those donation centers would really like you to give them for Christmas. http://www.purewow.com/home/best-items-to-donate-to-charity-drives

    You might think that the best way to win an argument is to offer up a lot of evidence to support the fact that you are right. If so, you might want to listen to this because it will likely change the way you argue EVERYTHING. Professor Niro Sivanathan of the London Business School is an expert on what is called the “dilution effect” which says that more evidence is not better. In fact more evidence can actually weaken your argument. Listen as he explains a better way to strengthen any argument and more importantly how to not dilute your arguments by putting all your evidence on the table. You can see his TED talk about this here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=12&v=hkFCu6K8Ghw

    Do you pay much attention to the age recommendations on toy boxes when you buy Christmas gifts? Listen as I explain why you should, what they mean and how to use them wisely. Source: Toy Tips by Marianne Szymanski (https://amzn.to/3OtzixL)

    If you would like to be a better, more effective writer, it’s not that difficult says Mary-Kate Mackey, author of the book Write Better Now: The Reluctant Writer’s Guide to Confident Communication and Self-Assured Style (https://amzn.to/34DBnPP). She joins me to offer some simple ways to improve the quality of your writing so people really get what you are trying to say when you write letters, reviews, blog posts, texts, emails or anything else.

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    How to Sleep Like You’ve Never Slept Before & Sharpening Your Assertiveness Skills Dec 05, 2022

    “Warning: Do Not Remove This Tag Under Penalty of Law”. For many years every pillow and mattress carried a tag with that warning. Today the language isn’t quite so harsh, but the warning is still there. Why does anyone care whether or not the tag gets removed from your mattress? Listen as I explain. https://www.livescience.com/33039-why-do-mattresses-have-do-not-remove-tags.html

    Sleep is a natural part of your life. So why is it sometimes difficult to fall asleep and stay asleep? What is the latest scientific research on how to improve the quality and quantity of your sleep? To explain all this is Aric Prather, a world renowned sleep scientist and author of the book The Sleep Prescription: Seven Days to Unlocking Your Best Rest (https://amzn.to/3OKZWC7). Even if you think you have heard all the conventional wisdom about sleep – you probably haven’t heard all of what Aric has to say. Listen today and sleep like a baby tonight.

    When you think of assertive people, they are often folks you admire. Most likely that's because they seem to know what they want and are able to communicate it in a clear and confident way that is not offensive. We’ve likely all been in situations where we wish we spoke up and were more assertive yet somehow weren’t able to do it. Here to help you understand how to be assertive is psychologist Randy Paterson author of The Assertiveness Handbook: How to Express Your Ideas and Stand Up for Yourself at Work and in Relationships (https://amzn.to/3GNDJ4C).

    Most employees probably wish they got more praise and compliments from the boss. And if the boss is smart, he or she probably should. Listen as I explain the benefits of giving compliments and positive feedback – not only benefits for employees but for employers as well. http://www.plosone.org/article/info%3Adoi%2F10.1371%2Fjournal.pone.0048174

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    SYSK Choice: The Science Behind Human Quirks & Why Counting is Complicated Dec 03, 2022

    During the holiday season, you likely use a lot of power strips to plug in lights and decorations. This episode begins with some advice about what NEVER to plug in to a power strip for the safety of everyone in your home. And you will probably be surprised by what you hear. https://www.familyhandyman.com/article/things-you-should-never-do-with-power-strips/

    Human beings are quirky. We do things and behave in ways that are frankly a bit odd. Where do these quirks come from and why do we do them? Here to explore some of the fascinating quirks of our humanness is Marty Jopson. Marty is the resident science reporter on BBC TV’s “The One Show” and is author of the book, The Science of Being Human: Why We Behave, Think and Feel the Way We Do (https://amzn.to/2VYTZqY).

    What could be more objective than counting? If you want to find out how many of something you have – you count them. It seems pretty obvious. However, counting turns out to be a bit trickier than you might think. People can and do use numbers and counting to deceive you if you don’t understand what they are doing. Joining me to explain the interesting world of counting is Deborah Stone. She is a scholar who has taught at Brandeis, MIT, Duke, Dartmouth, Yale, Tulane, among others and she is author of the book Counting: How We Use Numbers to Decide What Matters (https://amzn.to/33UeKZ1)

    One important difference between men and women is that men are generally better at asking for what they want. Listen as I describe the consequences of that and what women can do to get more of what they want – and the solution is fairly simple. Source: Linda Babcock author of Women Don't Ask (https://amzn.to/3AHEjNj).

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    Why You Need to Play More & The Good News and Bad News About Habits Dec 01, 2022

    The FedEx logo is legendary. It has won countless awards. Everyone who knows about logos says it is fabulous. Why? This episode begins with a look at what makes the FedEx logo so special. https://turbologo.com/articles/fedex-logo/

    Do you make a real effort to incorporate play into your life? Many of us believe that play is for children - which is certainly true but adding in some playfulness to your adult life has some real benefits you should be aware of. Joining me to discuss those benefits and offer ways to become more playful is psychotherapist Joanna Fortune author of the book Why We Play: How to Find Joy and Meaning in Everyday Life (https://amzn.to/3GuxF0K).

    So much of what we do is done without thinking. You can walk, talk, get dressed, brush your teeth and drive your car without having to think about each step along the way – you just do it. Those things become habits and that makes life so much easier. Yet most of us develop some bad habits along the way as well – things we would like to stop doing. So, what is the difference between a good habit and a bad one? How did you get some of those habits in the first place and why are the bad habits so hard to break? Here to explain how habits work is Russell A. Poldrack, a professor of psychology at Stanford University and director of the Stanford Center for Reproducible Neuroscience (http://reproducibility.stanford.edu). He is also author of the book Hard to Break: Why Our Brains Make Habits Stick (https://amzn.to/3AKqqy4).

    If you take certain over-the-counter pain relievers, you could develop a hearing problem – especially if you are a woman. Listen as I reveal some research about pain relievers and hearing loss you need to know. http://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2012/09/pain-relievers-increase-hearing-loss-risk/

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    How Scarcity Influences What You Buy & How Social Media Clouds Your Perception Nov 28, 2022

    Your doctor is supposed to wash his or her hands between patients. But sometimes doctors forget. Would you speak up if you saw that and ask your doctor to wash up? This episode begins with a look at this important problem. https://www.wsj.com/articles/why-hospitals-want-patients-to-ask-doctors-8216have-you-washed-your-hands8217-1380582268

    Scarcity is powerful. It is the force that drives people to stock up on toilet paper before a storm or to buy something they might not buy because it is on sale for 2 days only. When something is hard to get it becomes more desirable. Sometimes things really are scarce but sometimes it may just be manipulation. Here to discuss how marketers use scarcity and why it works so well is Mindy Weinstein a marketing instructor at Grand Canyon University and the University of Denver, as well as a program leader for The Wharton School and Columbia Business School. Mindy is also author of the book THE POWER OF SCARCITY: Leveraging Urgency and Demand to Influence Customer Decisions (https://amzn.to/3tGrIpE)

    If you spend a lot of time on social media, it can become a lens through which you see the world. It takes on an importance that is a little proportion and it can become addicting. That is exactly what happened to Dr. Brian Boxer Wachler, MD and author the book Influenced: The Impact of Social Media on Our Perception. (https://amzn.to/3EnuzsM). Listen as Brian tells his personal story of social media addiction and discusses what happens in your brain each time you click “Like”. It is an important story for anyone who worries they may be spending a little too much time on social media or have kids who may be doing the same.

    What will happen to your pets if you die before they do? You might think you know but listen as I explain what you need to do to make sure your wishes are followed – and it is not just about putting it in your will. http://pettrustlawyer.squarespace.com/

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    SYSK Choice: The Good and Bad in Human Nature & Let’s Rethink Your Daily Routine Nov 26, 2022

    People didn’t always eat cereal for breakfast. In fact, the idea really didn’t catch on until the 1940s and 1950s. So, where and how did they idea start? And how did it get so popular? This episode reveals the answers to these questions plus I explain how popcorn was really the first breakfast cereal. Source: David Hoffman, author of The Breakfast Cereal Gourmet (https://amzn.to/35UKIpr)

    Are humans inherently good or evil? Are we naturally inclined to be kind or are we more likely to act in our own self-interest? Historian Rutger Bregman joins me to take a serious look at human nature and how it sets us apart from other animals. Rutger is the author of Humankind: A Hopeful History (https://amzn.to/3fzk09e) and he has some great insight into what makes us tick.

    Think about all the decisions you make during a day. For instance, you decide when to have your first cup of coffee, whether to sit or stand, what to drink and what to eat – or not eat. All these things collectively make up your daily routine. And that routine can have an impact on your health and wellbeing. Stuart Farrimond, M.D. is here to explain how these little daily decisions matter and how you can optimize them to stay healthy and happy. Stuart is the author of Live Your Best Life: 162 Reasons to Rethink Your Daily Routine (https://amzn.to/2HpS0s0).

    Is the meat people eat okay to give to dogs? After all, a lot of people give their dogs meat. But should you do it or could it cause harm to your dog? Listen as I explore this question as well as explain what your dog thinks about all day long. Source: Paulette Cooper-Noble author of Dog Secrets: Fun & Fascinating Things Your Dogs Wants You To Know (https://amzn.to/2KBskd9)

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    Why We Are So Often Wrong & How to Dial Down Anxiety Nov 24, 2022

    Why does it seem that your stomach growls at exactly the wrong time? It is right when the room is full of people and very very is quiet. That's when your stomach emits those grumbling noises that you are certain everyone can hear. This episode begins with an explanation as to why your stomach growls in the first place and what you can do to prevent it. https://www.outsideonline.com/1784166/why-does-my-stomach-growl

    A lot of the time you think you are right – you are really wrong. You see humans seem to like to believe things that are just not true. Often, we tend to believe things are actually worse than they really are. It’s important to understand how and why this happens. Here to discuss this odd human quirk is Bobby Duffy, a professor of public policy at King’s College in London and author of the book Why We’re Wrong About Nearly Everything (https://amzn.to/2qdz9aK).

    Doesn’t it seem that people are more anxious than they used to be? Tempers are shorter, patience wears thin quickly, and people just seem generally worried about so many things. So how can we dial down the anxiety and worry? That’s what Olivia Remes is here to discuss. Olivia is an anxiety researcher at the University of Cambridge in London. Her writing has appeared in several major publications and she posts a lot of information on the topic on Twitter. (@OliviaRoxann). Listen as she offers some simple ways to ease your anxiety and find more joy in life.

    There is a good chance you hit an afternoon slump around 3 pm. You can try a cup of coffee to help fight it off but there is actually a way to prevent yourself from getting – or at least minimizing that late day slump. Listen as I explain a simple yet effective technique. https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/avoiding-the-afternoon-energy-slump

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    What You Didn’t Know About Skin Care Products & Why We Measure Everything Nov 21, 2022

    Being neat is generally considered a good thing. But is neater, better? This episode begins with a look at the difference between neat and messy people and the pros and cons of each. Source: David H. Freeman author of A Perfect Mess (https://amzn.to/3X6IsnK)

    What is the difference between all the soaps, lotions and potions of skin care products? After all, there are so many and all at very different prices. Are the expensive ones really better? What about the ingredients – are they safe? Do any of these products really get rid of wrinkles? Here to discuss this is dermatologist Dr. Fayne Frey who has been independently testing skin care products for years. Listen as she explains what products are absolutely necessary and how to choose the best products for yourself. Dr. Frey is author of the book The Skincare Hoax (https://amzn.to/3UGFhkV) . Her website is https://www.fryface.com

    We like to measure things. In fact, we like to measure everything. That’s why we have inches, miles, grams, meters, feet ounces and all the rest. By measuring everything, we make sense of the world. And how those measurements came to be is quite interesting. Here to explain the history and science of measurement is James Vincent, senior reporter for The Verge and author of a book called Beyond Measure: The Hidden History of Measurement from Cubits to Quantum Constants (https://amzn.to/3V1LGaj).

    One interesting way to tell if someone is lying is to listen to how they tell a story. When people are making things up, they tend to weave the story differently than when someone is recalling a true story. Listen as I explain the difference. http://lifehacker.com/5959543/true-or-false-pay-attention-to-structure-to-tell-if-a-story-is-made-up

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    SYSK Choice: John Cleese’s Guide to Creativity & The Role Chance Plays in Your Life Nov 19, 2022

    People make judgements about you the minute the lay eyes on you. This episode begins by explaining how those first impressions are determined and how to maximize your grooming and dress so people are impressed. Source: Image consultant Sherry Maysonave author of Casual Power (https://amzn.to/3ffMODA)

    John Cleese has been entertaining millions of people for years as a member of Monty Python, as well as a movie actor in a variety of films including Harry Potter and James Bond movies. He has also spent some time examining the creative process and wrote a book about it called Creativity: A Short and Cheerful Guide (https://amzn.to/3lKW5G7). Listen as John reveals how he creates his own special brand of humor and offers his advice on how anyone can be more creative in whatever they do.

    Does everything happen for a reason? People like to think so. However, maybe we are here on this earth doing what we do all as a result of a series of amazingly random events. Sean B. Carroll is an award-winning scientist, writer, film producer and author of the book A Series of Fortunate Events: Chance and the Making of the Planet, Life, and You (https://amzn.to/36IesVO). Sean joins me to reveals all the things that had to happen to bring us all to where we are today.

    What is laughter? Sure, we’ve all experienced it but how do you define it? And why is laughter called “the best medicine”? Listen as I explore some interesting facts about laughing that you probably haven’t heard. Source: Robert Provine author of Laughter: A Scientific Investigation (https://amzn.to/2IRDN7E)

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    The Secret to Being More Resilient & Why Thrill Seekers Do What They Do Nov 17, 2022

    Teenage lovers hold hands but as people get older, we see it less and less. And that may be a bad thing. This episode begins by discussing the benefits of holding hands with someone you love. http://opinionator.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/03/24/the-brain-on-love/

    You have likely faced a challenging situation and wished you had been able to bounce back better and faster. It seems that some people are just more resilient in the face adversity. Is it something you are born with or can you learn to become more resilient? Listen as I discuss this with Akash Karia. Akash is a keynote speaker and author of several books including 7 Things Resilient People Do Differently (https://amzn.to/2TGATVg)

    Why do some people love going on wild rollercoasters or enjoy scary movies or love jumping out of airplanes and others of us would never dream of doing those things? That’s the topic of discussion today with Ken Carter, a board-certified clinical psychologist and professor of psychology at Oxford College of Emory University and author of the book Buzz!: Inside the Minds of Thrill-Seekers, Daredevils, and Adrenaline Junkies (https://amzn.to/35FIwCn)

    Sooner or later that check engine light will come on and you will immediately start to wonder what’s wrong. And sometimes it is nothing. In fact, many times it is nothing. Listen as I reveal one of the most likely reason it comes on and what to do about it – and it has nothing to do with your engine. Source: Phil Edmonston author of The Lemon-Aid Car Guide (https://amzn.to/33wtJaC)

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    How Cars Changed The World & What's Going On In Your Unconscious Mind? Nov 14, 2022

    Having bad posture not only impacts how you appear to others, it can also have an effect on your physical and mental health in ways you may not know. This episode begins by explaining what those effects are and how to instantly improve your posture. https://bit.ly/3NT6aQ5

    Think of how the car has changed the world. It is because of cars that we have roads and bridges and tunnels and motels and destinations to visit – there are so many things that exist because of the automobile. Of course, the car has also caused many problems in our world. Still, the story of the how the car came to be and the people who built them is a fascinating one. Joining me to discuss all this is Bryan Appleyard author of the book The Car: The Rise and Fall of The Machine That Made The Modern World (https://amzn.to/3hfm0bp)

    When you think about it, most of what makes up who you are is in your unconscious mind. What you experience, as well as your moods, and the things you like or dislike, in fact most of who you are comes from your unconscious. That part of your mind is truly amazing in good ways and bad. Joining me to explain how the unconscious mind works and how best to work with it is psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Lieberman professor and vice chair for clinical affairs in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at George Washington University and author of the book Spellbound: Modern Science, Ancient Magic, and the Hidden Potential of the Unconscious Mind (https://amzn.to/3tfdeNp)

    Getting a flu shot is probably a good idea but there is something you should do first before you go get it. Listen as I explain what that is – and it might take you a few days to do it. https://www.ajc.com/life/why-you-shouldnt-be-sleep-deprived-before-getting-a-flu-shot/ZZNNHFDYLJCYTOPPZBJBRMFSBE/

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    SYSK Choice: Why Emotional Agility is So Important & Is Earth Safe from Asteroids? Nov 12, 2022

    How likely is it that your umbrella will attract lightning in a storm or that the elevator you are in will suddenly drop? Ever worry that a big spider will come after you and jump on you? This episode begins with some insight into these and other common worries and whether or not they could likely happen. https://www.realsimple.com/work-life/life-strategies/everyday-dangers-not-to-worry-about

    Are you good at handling difficult emotional situations? Do you try hard to push negative emotions aside and focus on the positive or do you confront those tough emotions head-on? Harvard Medical School Psychologist Susan David joins me to discuss difficult emotions that we all face and offers advice on how best to experience and deal with them. Susan is author of the book Emotional Agility (https://amzn.to/3lbAiaf). You can also take her Emotional Agility Quiz at https://www.susandavid.com/#ea-quiz

    How could brushing your teeth and flossing have an effect on your brain? Listen as I reveal some interesting research that will have you brushing and flossing good tonight! https://www.ameritasinsight.com/wellness/health-and-wellness/dental-health-may-affect-mental-health

    Rocks from outer space are hitting the earth all the time - tons and tons of rocks! So what would happen if a really big rock, like an asteroid hit the earth – would it wipe us all out? Here to discuss all this and explain the difference between meteors, meteorites and asteroids and why they are important is Tim Gregory. He is a is nuclear chemist and former research scientist at the British Geological Survey and author of the book Meteorite: How Stones from Outer Space Made Our World (https://amzn.to/3kbfrCD)

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    The Trouble With Clutter & The Appeal of Pop Culture Nov 10, 2022

    When you shop for big ticket items like a house or car, the day you choose to go really matters. This episode begins with a look at what days are best and worst to go house hunting or car shopping. https://www.weatherads.io/blog/how-weather-affects-consumer-behavior-and-purchase-decisions

    Clutter has a way of sneaking up on you. First, it’s a drawer, then a closet, then a spare room fills up with stuff and before you know it, your house is full of clutter. And anyone who has tried, knows tackling clutter can be a monumental task. Here to the rescue is Tracy McCubbin. Tracy is an organizing expert and author of the book Make Space for Happiness (https://amzn.to/3Um3Eny). Listen as she discusses the harm clutter can cause and offers some simple strategies to keep clutter from overtaking your life.

    Etiquette doesn’t seem as important today as it used to – but there is one etiquette that is always true, always has been true and always will be true – and you’ll never go wrong by following it. Listen and I will tell you what it is. Source: Valerie Sokolosky, author of Do It Right (https://amzn.to/3zGHX9G).

    People seem to really resonate with pop culture. And there is a ton of pop culture items at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History in Washington D.C. Joining me to discuss why pop culture is so popular and important is Kenneth Cohen, a research associate at the museum and editor of a beautiful book put out by Smithsonian Books called Entertainment Nation: How Music, Television, Film, Sports, and Theater Shaped the United States (https://amzn.to/3DuRPnZ). Kenneth takes us on a tour of some of the items in the collection including Dorothy’s ruby slippers from The Wizard of Oz, TV Superman’s costume, Prince’s yellow cloud guitar, Jerry Seinfeld’s puffy shirt and more.

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    How to Make The Biggest Decision of Your Life & Curiosities of The Human Mind Nov 07, 2022

    Your mother probably told you not to lie – and she was right. Of course, there are the moral reasons for not lying but it seems lying is also bad for your health. This episode begins with the reasons why. http://newsinfo.nd.edu/news/32424-study-telling-fewer-lies-linked-to-better-health-relationships

    For most of human history, people married NOT for love. It is only recently that this idea of committing to someone because you fall in love came about and a lot of times it doesn’t work very well. While it is unlikely that we will ever go back to arranged marriages, there are some things we can learn from them according to psychiatrist George Blair-West author of the book How to Make the Biggest Decision of Your Life (https://amzn.to/3gQPTyD). Listen as he reveals what really matters in keeping a relationship together for a long time.

    When you study the human mind, it is easy to come to the conclusion that it works in odd and curious ways. For example, we tend to be overconfident in our abilities a lot of the time. We often think everyone else is having more fun than we are. And we tend to like things simply because they remind us of us – like the numbers in your birthday! Listen as I discuss this with my guest David G. Myers. He is a social psychologist and professor of psychology at Hope College and author of a book How Do We Know Ourselves?: Curiosities and Marvels of the Human Mind (https://amzn.to/3fqyP1Z).

    In just about every recipe that uses mushrooms, it tells you to brush (not wash) them before you eat them. The theory is that if you wash them, they will soak up water like a sponge and not taste right. Is that true? Listen as I explain. Source: Harold McGee author of On Food and Cooking (https://amzn.to/3UeclA2).

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    SYSK Choice: Money Tips to Help You Save & How Building Design Impacts You Nov 05, 2022

    First impressions matter. That’s because once a person makes judgements about you, it can be difficult to change it. This episode begins by revealing 3 things people decide about you within the first 30 seconds and how you can make sure you put your best foot forward. Source: Sherry Maysonave author of Casual Power (https://amzn.to/2Thh1I7)

    Why should you fill your gas tank on Monday instead of Friday? Does transferring credit card balances to lower interest rate card make sense? What’s the best way to save money at the grocery store? Why should you always order a large pizza? These are just some of the questions I discuss with Lisa Rowan, author of Money Hacks: 275+ Ways to Decrease Spending, Increase Savings, and Make Your Money Work for You! (https://amzn.to/34iOM24). Listen and I am sure you will hear ideas you can use to spend less and keep more of your money.

    When you walk into an awe-inspiring building, you become friendlier. When kids work in rooms with high ceilings, they become more creative. In short, the room or building or environment you are in has an impact on how you think and on your well-being. That is according to Sarah Williams Goldhagen, an award-winning writer who has written about buildings, cities, and landscapes for many national and international publications. She taught at Harvard University’s Graduate School of Design for several years and is author of Welcome to Your World: How the Built Environment Shapes Our Lives (https://amzn.to/3oem3mW). Sarah joins me to explain how building design impacts thought and behavior in ways you never knew.

    Who doesn’t love a bargain. That’s why outlet shopping became so popular. So why are outlet stores almost always out in the middle of nowhere? Listen as we discuss the psychology of outlet shopping and why it may not always be such a great deal. https://consumerist.com/2009/08/11/how-outlet-malls-fool-shoppers/

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    The 4 Stages of Mastering Any Big Change & The Latest In The War On Cancer Nov 03, 2022

    While I am certain you are a safe driver, there is one tip race car drivers know that will make you an even safer driver, particularly in the event when you need to suddenly take evasive action. This episode begins with this important tactic that will make you more in control behind the wheel. Source: http://www.edmunds.com/car-reviews/top-10/top-10-editors-tips-to-prevent-a-car-accident.html

    Change is scary. Often it means loss. But it can also mean opportunity. Since you can’t stop the world from changing, you need to know how to handle it, process it and make the most of it so it works to your advantage. How do you do that? Listen to my guest Jason Feifer who is the editor in chief of Entrepreneur magazine. Jason also hosts a podcast called Build for Tomorrow (https://www.jasonfeifer.com/build-for-tomorrow/) and is author of the book, Build For Tomorrow: An Action Plan for Embracing Change, Adapting Fast, and Future-Proofing Your Career (https://amzn.to/3zJEwzl).

    How is the war on cancer going? Will we ever cure cancer? Have there been any big new advances in treatment? Are survival rates increasing? Here with an important discussion on the very latest news in cancer treatment and innovation is Robin Hesketh, a leading authority on cancer. He is a member of the faculty in the Department of Biochemistry at the University of Cambridge and has published over 100 research papers on the subject. He is also author of the book, Understanding Cancer (https://amzn.to/3Ngz5NQ).

    You’ve no doubt heard the advice to take 3 deep breaths when you are stressed. Listen as I explain why it is such a powerful and worthwhile technique. Source: M.J. Ryan author of Adaptability (https://amzn.to/3N9Uc4h).

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    The Fascinating World of Boredom & The Origins of Halloween Customs Oct 31, 2022

    Everyone knows what a placebo is. We have talked about the placebo effect on previous episodes. Most people probably think of it as applying to medication. However, I begin this episode by explaining how the placebo effect works with sleep. And the information could come in handy on those days you are feeling tired. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24417326/

    I am sure you have felt bored at times – whether standing in line, waiting at the doctor’s office or just sitting around with nothing to do. So what is boredom? Does it serve a purpose? And what about that phrase, “I’m bored to death.” Could that actually happen? Joining me for a fascinating discussion on boredom is psychologist James Danckert, author of the book, Out of My Skull: The Psychology of Boredom (https://amzn.to/3ePmnsq). Listen and you will never look at boredom quite the same way again.

    Phrases like “trick or treat” or “jack o’ lantern” – where do they come from? Why are pumpkins part of Halloween? When and how did monsters like Frankenstein, The Mummy, and Dracula become part of Halloween? They didn’t used to be. Listen as I discuss many of our modern customs, traditions and legends of Halloween with Lisa Morton, one of the foremost authorities on Halloween and author of the book Trick or Treat: The History of Halloween (https://amzn.to/3ePbery)

    Some people are perfectionists. They are not perfect but they try to be. And that can be a problem. Listen as I explore some of the issues faced by perfectionists which seem like good reasons to stop trying to be so perfect. https://www.christinecarter.com/perfectionism

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    SYSK Choice: Why Everyone’s Perception is Unique & How to Outsmart Your Smartphone Oct 29, 2022

    When people get angry, it is pretty common for them to get upset and maybe start yelling at whoever made them mad. That is a bad idea. This episode begins with a discussion how on to use anger to your advantage, so you get what you want without everyone getting mad at each other. Source: Thomas A. Schweich, author of Staying Power (https://amzn.to/34Qrb85).

    You and I can look at the same thing yet see it differently. We all look at the world through filters and biases that cause us to see things in our own way. So, your perception of the world is different than mine and everyone else’s. Interestingly, we seldom think about this. Instead, we tend to believe there is an objective reality that everyone sees in the same way. But it is just not true according to Dennis Proffitt, professor of psychology at the University of Virginia and author of the book Perception: How Our Bodies Shape Our Minds (https://amzn.to/3TvRsjU). Listen as he discusses why you have your unique perceptions and why they are different from everyone else’s.

    How much time do you spend on your smartphone every day? Probably more than you would like to admit. For many of us, our cellphones are our constant companion and something you interact with many times each day. You might even go as far as saying that you have a relationship with your phone -yes? Here with some interesting insight into that relationship is Tchiki Davis, PhD. Tchiki is a technology consultant who writes the Click Here for Happiness blog for Psychology Today and she is author of Outsmart Your Smartphone: Conscious Tech Habits for Finding Happiness, Balance, and Connection IRL (https://amzn.to/2GQwxIa)

    When was the last time you sent someone a handwritten note? If it has been a while, you need to hear why you need to start doing that again. It turns out the handwritten note can be very powerful when done correctly. https://www.handwrytten.com/resources/the-power-of-handwritten-notes/

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    Why Little Things Really Matter In Relationships & Cool and Weird Stories About Cemeteries Oct 27, 2022

    What follows is a list of the most popular Halloween candy overall in the U.S. Listen as I explain why this list is important if you plan to give out candy to trick-or-treaters this year:

    Reese’s Cups

    Skittles

    M&M’s

    Starburst

    Hot Tamales

    Sour Patch Kids

    Hershey’s Kisses

    Snickers

    Tootsie Pops

    Candy Corn

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    There is conflict in every relationship. What helps to ease the conflict is doing all the “little things” according to Julie Gottman author of the book The Love Prescription: Seven Days to More Intimacy, Connection, and Joy (https://amzn.to/3Tk6HMQ). Showing appreciation, saying thank you – simple things like that can have a huge impact . Julie joins me to explain exactly how to do it. Julie and her husband John Gottman have been helping couples navigate conflict and find love for many years and are considered experts in the field and are founders of The Gottman Institute.

    Cemeteries and Halloween seem to go together. This being October, what a perfect time to take a look at the interesting and sometimes quirky history of American cemeteries and how they have actually had an impact on our culture. For instance, did you know it was Abraham Lincoln who actually gave a kickstart to the funeral home business as well as the practice of embalming bodies before burial? That was all Abe's doing! Here to discuss this is Greg Melville an outdoor journalist and former editor at Men’s Journal and author of the book Over My Dead Body, Unearthing the Hidden History of America’s Cemeteries (https://amzn.to/3go6BFd).

    Have you ever taken a risk or tried something and worried that everyone was watching you and judging you? For instance, you go to the gym to exercise and you think all the people there are looking at what you are doing. If you have ever had that feeling, you need to listen as I discuss something called “the imaginary spotlight effect.” Source: David Allyn, author of I Can't Believe I Just Did That (https://amzn.to/3TvrE72).

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    How Your Body Clock Really Controls Your Life & Exciting New Trends in Entrepreneurship Oct 24, 2022

    Girls cry more than boys – that seems apparent. But why? Is it social conditioning or something more? Listen as I reveal what one researcher has discovered about boys and girls and tears. Source: Michael Gurian, author of What Could He Be Thinking?-How A Man's Mind Really Works (https://amzn.to/3evpJkm).

    Your body clock controls when you wake up and go to sleep – or at least when you SHOULD wake up and go to sleep. But does your body clock – or circadian rhythm – adapt to you or must you adapt to it? What about people who work nights or stay up late? As it turns out, we need to listen to our body clock or suffer the consequences – some of which can be severe. Listen as my guest Russell Foster explains. He is professor of circadian neuroscience and director of the Sleep and Circadian Neuroscience Institute at the University of Oxford and author of the book, Life Time: Your Body Clock and Its Essential Roles in Good Health and Sleep (https://amzn.to/3eEptzj).

    When you hear about venture capital and entrepreneurship, a lot of times those conversations revolve around Silicon Valley or New York or Boston. After all, that is where a lot of the money is. But there is a movement to get more investment dollars into the hands of entrepreneurs all over the country – not just in Silicon Valley. Leading this movement is Steve Case. He is probably best known as the founder of America Online (AOL) and is now an investor seeking to bring more investment dollars to businesses all over the U.S. Steve is author of the book Rise of the Rest: How Entrepreneurs in Surprising Places are Building the New American Dream (https://amzn.to/3EFg6Kk) and he joins me with tales of interesting business success stories you would likely never hear about anywhere else.

    When there is bad news, who is most likely to take it harder – men or women? Listen as I reveal the answer and why it appears to be so. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/10/121010172113.htm

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    SYSK Choice: The Key Elements of Kindness & What Science Really Is Oct 22, 2022

    Confidence makes you more attractive. It just does. So, I begin this episode by offering a short list of simple things you can do that will make you feel and appear as confident as possible. https://www.askmen.com/money/body_and_mind_150/173_better_living.html

    You often hear people use the words kind and nice interchangeably. Actually though, they really don’t mean the same thing. To be kind is a lot harder and riskier and has a much greater chance of making the world a better place. Nice is just, well, nice. Listen to my conversation with Houston Kraft, author of the book Deep Kindness A Revolutionary Guide for the Way We Think, Talk, and Act in Kindness (https://amzn.to/2SFKPhj) as he explains what it means to be kind and how it can change the world.

    We are often told that we must “Trust the science!” So what does that actually mean? What is science anyway? What makes something “scientific.” Here to answer that is James C. Zimring, M.D. and Ph.D. in Immunology and professor of pathology at the University of Virginia. James is also author of the book, What Science Is and How It Really Works (https://amzn.to/2GNQQWA). Listen as he explains how science is used and sometimes misused to explain the world and why a lot of people don’t trust science.

    When driving, you likely turn left from time to time without giving it much thought. However, left-hand turns are amazingly dangerous. Listen as I explain why avoiding left hand turns is a good idea whenever you can and why you seldom see a UPS truck turn left. https://www.friedgoldberg.com/blog/how-left-hand-turns-affect-road-safety/

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    Quitting: How To Know When To Walk Away & Why Some People Love Conspiracy Theories Oct 20, 2022

    What do the following symptoms have in common: Tiredness, dizziness, stomach issues, headaches, dry skin, joint problems and depression? The answer is that you may be able to eliminate or minimize those symptoms with one very easy change to your daily routine. Listen and I’ll tell you what it is. https://www.healthline.com/health/anxiety/dehydration-and-anxiety

    Quitters never win and winners never quit. We have all heard that. Quitting has a bad reputation. People who persevere are the heroes. Quitters are losers – right? Well, not according to Annie Duke. Sometimes quitting is the smartest thing you can do – if you know when to quit. Annie was a professional poker player for two decades and won the $2 million winner-take-all, invitation-only World Series of Poker Tournament of Champions. She was also awarded a National Science Foundation Fellowship to study Cognitive Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania. She is the author of a bestselling book called Quit: The Power of Knowing When to Walk Away (https://amzn.to/3VgjuRT). Annie joins me to explain why quitting can work in your favor and why it is often the best choice you can make.

    There is something about conspiracy theories. Some people love them. They fuel the imagination. They seem to confirm people’s suspicion and mistrust of the government. For other people though, they are ridiculous and make no sense. So where do they come from? Why do they persist? What is the attraction? And why are most of them easy to refute if you bother to examine them closely. Whether it’s 9/11, the moon landing, the Kennedy assassination, the death of Avril Lavigne or aliens and UFOs – there is no shortage. Here to explore the phenomenon of conspiracy theories is Casey Lytle, a psychology and sociology professor and author of the book Debunked: Separate the Rational from the Irrational in Influential Conspiracy Theories (https://amzn.to/3VhxtXA).

    Why is that some people who brush and floss religiously still have a lot of dental problems while some other people who hardly ever brush never have dental trouble? Listen as I explain the interesting answer. https://www.gumdoc.net/periodontal-disease/mouth-body-connections/gum-disease-in-families/

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    Why We Have Phobias & Why Dogs Behave The Way They Do Oct 17, 2022

    It is always tempting to try to impress people and show them how fabulous you are – or your child is. However, there is a downside to appearing to be so exceptional. This episode begins with an explanation. Source: Steve Chandler, author of 50 Ways To Create Great Relationships (https://amzn.to/3e7uIYk)

    How could someone have a phobia or fear of popcorn or buttons? Well some people do. People have phobias about all sorts of things. Where do phobias come from? What’s the difference between a fear and phobia? Can you do something about a phobia or must you live with it? Here to take a close look at phobias is Kate Summerscale author of The Book of Phobias & Manias : A History of Obsession (https://amzn.to/3e7vjcw).

    Dog owners like to think they know their pet pretty well. But do they? Not necessarily according to Alexandra Horowitz. She is a researcher who studies dog behavior and cognition and she is author of the book The Year of The Puppy: How Dogs Become Themselves (https://amzn.to/3CmfaYO). Listen as she explains what dogs think – or don’t think, how smart they are and what we can do to improve our relationship with man’s best friend.

    Everyone knows you should change your oil every 3,000 miles – and yet that is totally false. Listen to this and you will save yourself time, money, and the planet by not changing your oil so often. https://www.edmunds.com/car-maintenance/stop-changing-your-oil.html

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    SYSK Choice: Why It’s a Miracle We Are Here & How Thoughts Affect Your Movement Oct 15, 2022

    The humble sandwich has been around for thousands of years and eaten all over the world in one form or another. Guess how many sandwiches the average person eats in a year. Do you know why some sandwiches are called subs? Listen as I explore some fascinating sandwich facts to kickoff this episode. https://allthatsinteresting.com/sandwich-history

    Have you ever asked yourself: Why am I here? What is my purpose? Will my life really matter? What will my legacy be? Listen as I explore these and other questions with Brian Greene. Brian is a theoretical physicist, mathematician, professor at Columbia University and authored several books including, Until the End of Time: Mind, Matter, and Our Search for Meaning in an Evolving Universe (https://amzn.to/2GsvlKO). If you have ever wondered about the meaning of life, you will want to hear my conversation with Brian.

    Why is it that we often run to hug people we haven’t seen in a while? Why do we tend to walk slower when we’re sad? And this is interesting – Parkinson’s patients tend to move slowly but they don’t have to. They could move faster and will move faster if there is a reason to. So what is going on here? What controls the speed at which people move? Reza Shadmehr is a professor of biomedical engineering and neuroscience at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and author of the book Vigor: Neuroeconomics of Movement (https://amzn.to/3ladKpP) . He joins me to discuss this fascinating connection between what goes on in your brain that determines how quickly or slowly you move and why it matters.

    When it comes to trying to convince someone of something, there is one key ingredient that will make the process a lot easier. A lot of people miss this completely so I will explain what it is. Source: Mark Magnacca author of So What (https://amzn.to/3cT1De3)

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    The Science Behind Your Weird Thoughts and Habits & Your Power to Influence Others Oct 13, 2022

    If you are facing a big decision, you should sleep on it first. That is common advice. But is there any validity to it? This episode begins with the answer to that question. https://www.newswise.com/articles/sleep-on-it-is-sound-science-based-advice#

    We all get those weird feelings – you know like we are being watched or that feeling that time is passing by faster or you have memory from your past, but you are not sure if it is true. Why do humans get these feelings, and do they serve a purpose? Here to discuss that is Dr. Jen Martin, an award-winning educator from the University of Melbourne and author of the book Why Am I Like This?: The Science Behind Your Weirdest Thoughts and Habits (https://amzn.to/3C5wgdb)

    We have the power to influence others in a positive way. Not to sell or persuade them but to make their lives better. And it is pretty easy to do according to Tommy Spaulding, author, speaker and former CEO of Up With People. Tommy writes about this in his new book The Gift Of Influence: Creating Life-Changing and Lasting Impact in Your Everyday Interactions (https://amzn.to/3e0FXSl). Listen as Tommy joins me with inspiring personal stories that will motivate you to make a difference in someone else’s life.

    There is one phrase that a good negotiator will never use because it could come back to bite you. Listen as I reveal what the phrase is and why you should avoid saying it all costs. Source: Source: Jim Thomas author of Negotiate To Win (https://amzn.to/3V0G4h4).

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    How to Train People to Respect Your Boundaries & How to Tackle Big Decisions in Life Oct 10, 2022

    Who do you project yourself to be? It’s an important question if you want to convince someone of something. This episode begins with a look at how people judge your recommendations and proposals and so much of it has to do with who you appear to be. Source: Robert Mayer author of the book Power Plays (https://amzn.to/3BWHKzy)

    Setting boundaries with the people in your life and getting them to respect those boundaries can actually make your life easier and more enjoyable. That’s according to Melissa Urban who is an expert on setting boundaries and is author of The Book of Boundaries: End Resentment, Burnout, and Anxiety --and Reclaim Your Time, Energy, Health, and Relationships. (https://amzn.to/3BVoxOF). Listen as Melissa explains how to set boundaries with people without offending them and she gives you the actual scripts to say to make it easy to do.

    We all face big decisions in life. And a big problem is often that we fail to make them. We put them off or decide not to decide even when those decisions can have a major impact on your life. Making a decision isn’t just about which choice to make, it is also about the timing of when you make it and how you implement your decision. Here with some great advice on the topic is Dr. Neil Shortland. He is a leading expert on military decision making and has worked with the Department for Defense and National Institute for Justice. He has also served as an international expert on security and has been an expert witness on court cases involving decision making. Neil is author of the book Decision Time: How to Make the Choices Your Life Depends On (https://amzn.to/3Ef7fPc).

    Whether or not you get a good night’s sleep can depend on your sleep environment. And there is one simple thing you can do tonight before you go to bed that can help you sleep so much better. Listen and I’ll explain what it is. http://www.prweb.com/releases/2012/7/prweb9672953.htm

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    SYSK Choice: The Innovation Delusion & Handy Physics Answers to Everyday Life Oct 08, 2022

    This episode begins with a fascinating example of just how amazing the human mind is. You see, how people feel about the medication they take impacts how well it works. Things like cost, size of the pill and number of doses will influence your recovery – I know it sounds implausible but it appears to be true. Listen and finds out. https://www.nytimes.com/2008/03/05/health/research/05placebo.html

    Innovation is a big buzzword today. Who doesn’t want to be innovative? However, there isn’t as much innovation going on as you might think and not all the innovation that is going on is particularly good. Some innovation is actually destructive, according to Andrew Russell, professor of history and the dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at SUNY Polytechnic Institute and co-author of the book, The Innovation Delusion: How Our Obsession with the New Has Disrupted the Work That Matters Most (https://amzn.to/3dIM39A). Listen and you may think differently about what innovation is really all about.

    I suspect we could all use some help falling asleep now and again. Listen as I explain a simple technique that will help just about anybody fall asleep faster and better on those nights where sleep does not come easily. https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/631357/breathing-technique-helps-you-fall-asleep-faster

    How does your GPS in your car actually work? What is the difference between 2G, 3G, 4G and 5G and why does it matter? Why are there dimples on a golf ball. Why will a balloon stick to the wall after you rub it on your head? The answer to all these questions is - PHYSICS! Joining me to explain is Dr. Charles Liu, he is an associate professor at the City University of New York and author of the The Handy Physics Answer Book (https://amzn.to/3cTtxqp)

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    Odd Quirks of the Human Brain & A Peek Behind the Scenes of Air Travel Oct 06, 2022


    You have likely never ordered a milkshake from room service at a hotel because milkshakes are most likely not on the room service menu. Still, if a hotel has a kitchen there is a good chance they have ice cream milk and a blender which is what you need to make a milkshake. So why can’t you get one? Listen as I explain the answer which points out a big problem in American business today. Source: Steve Little author of The Milkshake Moment (https://amzn.to/3BLAXZl)

    Have you ever wondered why time seems to go by faster as you get older? Why do people believe they have a bigger impact on events than they probably do? Why does advertising influence us even when we try to resist it? These are some of the fascinating psychology questions I discuss with Art Markman, professor of psychology and marketing at the University of Texas at Austin and author of the book Brain Briefs (https://amzn.to/2xcxdyJ). It’s an interesting discussion that will help you better understand how the human brain works.

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    Everyone who flies is at least a little curious about how air travel works? Is turbulence really dangerous? Could a passenger land the plane if he or she had to? If a plane has autopilot, why do we need human pilots? Why is air travel often so difficult and frustrating? Here to answer these and other common questions is Patrick Smith, a commercial airline pilot and blogger at www.askthepilot.com and author of the book, Cockpit Confidential: Everything You Need to Know About Air Travel (https://amzn.to/2CfqIPY).

    Hanging out with annoying and irritating people can threaten your mental health! That’s according to some research from the University of Southern California. Listen as I explain why this is and how to protect yourself from the negative effects of annoying and irritating people. people. https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/home/science/Annoying-people-can-slow-down-your-brain-Study/articleshow/16765621.cms

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    What It Means To Be Rich & What You Never Knew About Your Heart Oct 03, 2022

    It's weird but true that a lot of people’s behavior can actually change just because they wear sunglasses or are in a dimly lit room. This episode begins with an explanation of why this happens and how people act differently. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2010/03/100301122344.htm

    Being rich is about more than just accumulating money, it is about living the life you want to live. In fact how much money you have is less important than how you spend it. That’s according to Ramit Sethi. For years now, Ramit has been helping people define what it means to be rich and helping them devise a plan to get there. And he is here to help you do the same. Ramit is author of the bestselling book I Will Teach You To Be Rich (https://amzn.to/3BB3K2E) as well as his new companion book I Will Teach You to Be Rich, The Journal (https://amzn.to/3flZA7G). He is also host of the podcast I Will Teach You To Be Rich https://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/podcast/ and his website is IWillTeachYouToBeRich.com (https://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com)

    Did you know it can be a good idea to smell your food just before you eat it to help you eat less? And that it is even better if the food has a vivid smell and taste. Listen as I explain how and why it works. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/smelly-food-leads-to-smaller-bites-study-finds/

    Your heart is an amazing machine. For most people, most of the time it works flawlessly without fail until it one day finally stops. But what it does inside your body during your lifetime is truly amazing. Here to explain how awesome your heart is, is Sian Harding a recognized authority in cardiac science, is Emeritus Professor of Cardiac Pharmacology in the National Heart and Lung Institute at Imperial College London, and she is author of the book The Exquisite Machine: The New Science of the Heart (https://amzn.to/3R9bC1d)

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    SYSK Choice: What REALLY Makes You an Individual & How Exercise is Medicine Oct 01, 2022

    We call them expiration dates when referring to dates on food packages but they aren’t all really expiration dates. The dates sometimes mean other things. This episode begins by explaining what these different dates really mean. Don’t throw away any food until you hear this explanation. https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/features/do-food-expiration-dates-matter#1

    You are unique. There is not now, nor will there ever be another person like you. So, what is it exactly that makes you so unique and different than everyone else? And even though you are unique, you are probably a little like your parents and maybe a little like your siblings while still being uniquely you. Listen as I explore what makes you -you with David Linden, Professor of neuroscience at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and author of the book Unique: The New Science of Human Individuality (https://amzn.to/2Sa7S3j)

    Of course, you know that exercise is good for you but do you know exactly how? And how much exercise is necessary to get the benefits? Listen to my conversation with Judy Foreman. She has won more than 50 journalism awards and is the author of 3 books including Exercise is Medicine: How Physical Activity Boosts Health and Slows (https://amzn.to/2Ge4VMI)

    Knowing how to make a good first impression is very important. So, you should know there are 5 simple keys to making that good first impression and three ways you can really mess it up. Listen as I explain how to be truly memorable when you meet someone. Source: Mark Mazzarella, co-author of the book Put Your Best Foot Forward (https://amzn.to/3372kNz)

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    How to Stop Overthinking and Move On & Why AI Will Not Take Over The World Sep 29, 2022


    Heart disease is the #1 killer in the world. While there are many things you can do to reduce your risk, this episode begins by revealing a simple way to cut the risk more than 30%. And it’s all in your attitude. https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/a-positive-mindset-can-help-your-heart-2019021415999

    Have you ever found yourself overthinking? It’s when you think through an idea or a goal or a career move over and over, imagining every variable and possible outcome. The result is you don’t really do anything or take any action – you just keep overthinking. Apparently, most of us do it and some point and it can really get in the way of your progress and success. So when does normal thinking become overthinking? And how do you stop it? Joining me to discuss this is Jon Acuff. He is a speaker and author of 9 books including Soundtracks: The Surprising Solution to Overthinking (https://amzn.to/3f2FI9o).

    Several prominent people (including Stephen Hawking) have predicted that artificial intelligence (AI) could be dangerous. That we could create machines that are so smart and so sophisticated they could control us instead of the other way around. Is that really possible? Can we actually create machines that think on their own. Probably not according to Gerd Gigerenzer Director Emeritus at the Max Planck Institute for Human Development and the award winning author of several books including, How to Stay Smart In A Smart World (https://amzn.to/3SnGADW). What may be a more interesting discussion is how machines and AI are changing our behavior – and it is already happening.

    Fall allergies are a real problem for a lot of us. Listen as I explain some things that will help minimize the symptoms by keeping the allergens out of your house. https://www.webmd.com/allergies/allergy-proof-your-environment

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    How To Get All Your Important Stuff Done & Busting Popular Food Myths Sep 26, 2022

    If you are an iPhone user, you may have noticed that some of your texts show up in blue and some show up in green This episode begins with the explanation for why that happens and what it means. https://www.rd.com/article/why-are-my-texts-green/

    Do you know what time poverty is? It’s that sense you get of having too much to do and never enough time to get it done. While a lot of us live in time poverty, others live in time affluence. So how do they do it? Cassie Holmes will tell you. Cassie is professor of marketing and behavioral decision making at UCLA Anderson School of Management and author of the book Happier Hour: How to Beat Distraction, Expand Your Time, and Focus on What Matters Most (https://amzn.to/3QOReSV) . Listen as she reveals how to get all the important things done and still have time for fun and pleasure.

    Is salt really all that bad for you? Do vegetarians really live longer? Are sugar substitutes better than plain old sugar? These are just some of the questions I tackle with Tim Spector. He is a professor of genetic epidemiology at King's College London and the author of four books, including his latest, Spoon-Fed: Why Almost Everything We've Been Told About Food Is Wrong (https://amzn.to/3xQ77lB).Tim is on the advisory board of Zoe.com, a company that does research and offers personal nutrition. If you are interested go to www.joinzoe.com for more information.

    Do you wear the same shoes every day? Listen as I explain why the experts say you might want to rethink that. Your feet will appreciate it. https://blog.schulershoes.com/can-i-wear-the-same-shoes-every-day/

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    SYSK Choice: Your Mindset About Money & How Looks Matter Sep 24, 2022

    It’s pretty clear that the placebo effect is a real thing even though we don’t understand it very well. This episode begins by exploring the reasons why what you believe about your health actually has an impact on your health and why believing you are healthy can actually make it so. Source: Howard Brody, M.D. author of “The Placebo Response” (https://amzn.to/2ZzmXzH)

    There are a lot of theories about what you should do with your money. For instance, most experts agree that paying off your mortgage early is a bad idea, yet many people feel great when they do it. So, who is right? It turns out it isn’t all in the math – it is also about how you think about your money. Here to discuss why your attitudes about money are just as important as the numbers is Morgan Housel. Morgan is a partner at the Collaborative Fund and has been a columnist for the Wall Street Journal and the Motley Fool. He is also author of the book The Psychology of Money (https://amzn.to/2Ftrrkb)

    Everyone has witnessed a time when an attractive person got preferential treatment. We all know that good looking people are more likely to get out of speeding ticket or get a good table at a crowded restaurant. Plus, attractive people make more money and get promoted faster. Actually, it turns out that just about all of us are likely to treat attractive people better. Why? Here to answer that and explain why this happens and what it all means is Daniel Hamermesh. He is an economist, and a Professor of Economics at Royal Holloway, University of London and author of the book Beauty Pays: Why Attractive People Are More Successful. (https://amzn.to/2FskwrE)

    When you wash your car, you likely don’t actually wash the seats. Yet, think about all the times people come in and out of your car and all the stuff they bring with them. When you hear this, I bet you will want to clean your seats very soon and clean them extremely well. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-8712437/Disgusting-video-proves-washing-car-seats-dark-upholstery-often.html

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    Why You Love The Music You Love & The Horrible Things You Tell Yourself Sep 22, 2022

    When you have to take a test and you don’t know the answer, the conventional advice is to go with your first answer. A lot of people believe that – but is it true? This episode begins with some interesting evidence that may help you the next time you take a test. https://www.spring.org.uk/2012/02/multiple-choice-tests-why-sticking-with-your-first-answer-is-probably-wrong.php

    Music is such an important part of life for so many of us. Most of us have a favorite song or band or type of music. Listening to music can make you happy or sad or transport you back in time. Why does music affect us the way it does? Joining me to discuss that is Susan Rogers who was the chief engineer on Prince’s Purple Rain album as well as other hit records. In fact, she is one of the most successful female record producer of all time. She is now a professor of neuroscience and author of the book This is What It Sounds Like: What the Music You Love Says About You (https://amzn.to/3ROjCGg)

    You often don’t notice it, but you are constantly saying things to yourself – often about yourself. And often the things you say aren’t very nice. Seldom are we telling ourselves how wonderful we are. Instead, we are often self-critical. Why is that? Why do we tend to think so negatively about ourselves and the world around us? Here to explain is psychotherapist Katie Krimer, author of the book, Sh*t I Say to Myself: 40 Ways to Ditch the Negative Self-Talk That’s Dragging You Down (https://amzn.to/3S7miOD)

    Do you know the law when you come up on a school bus picking up or dropping off students? It turns out the area right around a stopped school bus can be very dangerous. In fact, driving around kids walking to and from school is always risky. Listen as I explain when you need to know and do when you are driving around school children. https://www.nhtsa.gov/road-safety/school-bus-safety

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    Surprising Ways Being Indoors Affects You & The Lazy Way to Get Things Done Sep 19, 2022

    You have probably been in a situation where you felt shy. As a result, you probably held back and didn’t engage with people as much as you could have. There is a way to get over your shyness no matter what the situation. This episode begins with some interesting advice from a top shyness expert on how to work through those shy feelings in the moment – and it is very simple and requires almost no effort. Source: Bernardo Carducci author of Shyness (https://amzn.to/2XWCgl8)

    You’ve probably heard it said that indoor air is more polluted than outdoor air. And while that is true, it’s just the tip of the iceberg. When you realize that you spend 90% of your life indoors, it is clear that the indoor environment has a big impact on your health, productivity and performance. While air quality is a big part of it, it is not the only thing. Noise level, the lights and even the temperature matter. Here to discuss this is Joseph Allen, Director of the Healthy Buildings program and an Assistant Professor at Harvard’s T. H. Chan School of Public Health and author of the book Healthy Buildings: How Indoor Spaces Drive Performance and Productivity (https://amzn.to/30SX3b4)

    When you have a million things to do, what do you do first? Well, you can start by asking a simple question, says Kendra Adachi author of the book The Lazy Genius Way: Embrace What Matters, Ditch What Doesn’t, and Get Stuff Done (https://amzn.to/341FO9B). She is also host of the podcast, The Lazy Genius (https://www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/lazy) Listen as she explains great strategies to make sure the important things get done and still have time for yourself.

    Every year telephone scams rob people of billions of dollars. What’s interesting is that seemingly very smart people who are sure they are too smart to get taken are often the victims of these scams. Listen as I give you 4 question the next time you get a phone solicitation. Source: Joseph Wilt author of Do I Need Help? (https://amzn.to/3gXTG8v)

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    SYSK Choice: Are Winning Streaks A Real Thing? & How to Stay Focused When Distracted Sep 17, 2022

    Everyone loves ketchup – or so it seems. In fact, it is one of the most universally loved foods in America. Why? This episode begins with some interesting facts and history about ketchup that helps explain why there is a bottle of it in more than 97% of U.S. households. https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2017/aug/20/why-is-ketchup-so-delicious-science-answers-big-food-questions

    Have you ever felt you were on a winning streak? Maybe it was at work or gambling or a game of tennis – where you just could do no wrong. You often see winning streaks in professional sports. Interestingly, some people claim that winning streaks aren’t really a thing. However, my guest believes otherwise and in fact we can all learn how to do anything better by understanding how winning streaks work. Here to explain is Ben Cohen is a sports reporter for The Wall Street Journal and author of the book, The Hot Hand: The Mystery and Science of Streaks (https://amzn.to/32gobSl).

    I bet some English teacher somewhere during your education told you that you should never end a sentence with a preposition. However, following that rule can be difficult as any writer knows because it makes for awkward sentences. So, is it really a rule and where did it come from? Listen as I explain whether you should really bother to follow that rule. Source: Patricia O’Connor author of “Woe Is I” (https://amzn.to/3igwWkT)

    We all have had to do work that requires real careful concentration. Yet in today’s world of distractions, it can be a real challenge to stay focused without interruption. Cal Newport has researched this and come up with some great insight into how to get that important work done even when other people are interrupting your concentration and pulling you in different directions. Cal is a writer and an assistant professor of computer science at Georgetown University and host of the podcast Deep Questions. https://www.calnewport.com/podcast/. He is also author of the book Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World (https://amzn.to/3heGXO9).

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    The Amazing YouTube Success Story & Why We Behave the Way We Do Sep 15, 2022

    Your mother told you not to lie. After all, lying is dishonest. More importantly, it may also be bad for your health. This episode begins by revealing why telling the truth could help prevent you from getting sick. http://research.nd.edu/news/32485-study-telling-fewer-lies-linked-to-better-health-relationships/

    How did YouTube go from being a simple dating site to the biggest video sharing service in the world that generates billions of dollars in ad revenue each year? How did it happen that many ordinary people have become wealthy superstars simply by creating and uploading videos to YouTube? Joining me to tell the phenomenal story of YouTube’s rapid growth and financial success is business journalist Mark Bergen author of the book Like, Comment, Subscribe: Inside YouTube’s Chaotic Rise to World Domination (https://amzn.to/3erOSvM).

    What drives your behavior? Is it nature or nurture – or both? Are all your behaviors the result of conscious thought or instinct? What compels you to behave the way you do? Here with some fascinating insight into the origins of our behavior and the behavior of all creatures on earth is Marlene Zuk. Marlene is professor of ecology, evolution, and behavior at the University of Minnesota, and author of the book Dancing Cockatoos and the Dead Man Test: How Behavior Evolves and Why It Matters (https://amzn.to/3cOtTmz).

    You likely have some valuables hidden in your home that you hope a burglar will never find. But if you really want to be clever about it, you need to know where burglars look and where they almost never look. Listen as I explain the places burglars say they check first and places in your home they almost never go. https://lifehacker.com/the-best-spot-to-hide-valuables-may-be-your-kids-room-5937620

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    How to Learn Anything So It Sticks & Peculiarities of the Human Brain Sep 12, 2022

    You just might want to take your car keys to bed with you at night. Why? This episode begins with an interesting explanation – and it all has to do with your personal safety. http://worldofwonder.net/lifehack-put-car-keys-beside-bed-night/

    How do you best learn something new? Probably not the way you think. There are actually proven ways to engage the brain so material really sticks. Joining me to explain what these methods are and how they work is Ulrich Boser. Ulrich has studied the science of learning. He is founder and CEO of The Learning Agency as well as a senior fellow at the Center for American Progress. He is also author of the book Learn Better (https://amzn.to/30P03Wh)

    The human brain is a bit quirky. Some of those quirks are good but others can cause you a lot of stress and drive you crazy. Neuroscientist Dr. Dean Burnett has researched the oddities in the human brain and joins me to explain what they are, why they are important and how to best deal with them when they get in the way. Dean is a tutor and lecturer based at Cardiff University’s Institute of Psychological Medicine and Clinical Neurosciences and he is author of the book Idiot Brain: What Your Head is Really Up To (https://amzn.to/3ab7Dxp)

    Lobster is often the most expensive thing on the menu at any seafood restaurant. Why? Listen as I explain how getting the lobster from the seas to your plate is no small feat – and an expensive at that. https://melmagazine.com/en-us/story/why-lobster-so-expensive-worth-price

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    SYSK Choice: How Food Companies Skew What We Eat & How to Avoid Tech Stress Sep 10, 2022

    Since watching a scary movie can be so stressful and even unpleasant – why do people do it? This episode begins with a discussion on why people watch them and the benefits of doing so. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2007/07/070725152040.htm

    We all make food choices every day. And a lot of things influence those choices which can make it difficult to eat a healthy diet. To help understand how to make better food choices and resist those negative influences is Marion Nestle, PhD. Marion is the Paulette Goddard Professor of Nutrition, Food Studies, and Public Health, Emerita, at New York University, and she has researched and written several books about food, nutrition and the politics of food – including Unsavory Truth: How Food Companies Skew the Science of What We Eat (https://amzn.to/2EUTGbm) She also has a rather simple way to lose weight you likely want to hear.

    Millions of us sit at a computer almost all day – and nothing could be worse! When we slouch and strain our neck and do all the other things we do, it cause all sorts of physical problems. Plus, when you spend a lot of time looking down at your phone, that’s not helping either. Joining me to give some expert advice on what to do about this is Erik Peper. He is a professor of Holistic Health at San Francisco State University and co-author of the book Tech Stress: How Technology is Hijacking Our Lives, Strategies for Coping, and Pragmatic Ergonomics (https://amzn.to/2QEyZCS).

    What makes it more likely that you get pulled over by the police? Yes, speeding is the obvious reason but you can also get pulled over because of your position in relation to the other cars as well as other factors. Listen to hear some advice on how to improve your chances of not getting pulled over by the cops. Source: Interview with Eric Peters of https://www.ericpetersautos.com/

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    How to Make and Improve Friendships & Why English Can Get So Confusing Sep 08, 2022

    “ I wish I got more emails!” – said no one ever. Many of us start the day wading through emails we wish we never got in the first place. This episode begins with some easy strategies to cut down on your email clutter and lighten the load of your inbox. Source: Kaitlin Sherwood author of Overcome Email Overload (https://amzn.to/3RBsKNW)

    For a million reasons you already know, friends are important. Yet we tend to have fewer friends today than in the past and some people have no one at all they could call a real friend. Dr. Marisa Franco is here to help. She is a recognized expert on friendship including how to make friends and how to keep them. Her work has appeared in Psychology Today, The New York Times and Scientific American. She is also author of the book Platonic: How the Science of Attachment Can Make and Keep Friends (https://amzn.to/3RuMm60)

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    The English language is full of quirks and traps. For example: Is it further or farther? Do you lay down or lie down? Is it effect or affect? Joining me to answer these questions and explore other interesting ways English can trip you up is Ellen Jovin. She holds degrees from Harvard in German and UCLA in comparative literature, and she has studied twenty-five languages. Ellen is also author of the book, Rebel With A Clause: Tales and Tips from a Roving Grammarian (https://amzn.to/3cKpzo9)

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    Over weight people tend to chew their food differently than people who are skinny. Listen as I explain why and how chewing food differently might help you lose weight. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/chewing-more-helps-people-eat-less-study-says/

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    How Batteries Changed the World & Why Status and Culture Matter Sep 05, 2022

    Anyone who cooks on a grill has wondered why it is that hot dogs come in packages of ten while hot dog buns are sold in packages of eight. Why the mismatch? This episode begins with the explanation. https://www.womenshealthmag.com/food/a40984485/hot-dogs-buns-packages/

    Much of your life is powered by batteries. From your TV remote to your car to your cellphone, you rely on batteries every single day. Yet, you probably don’t know a lot about them - like why there are different sizes or why they seem like they last longer than they used to. Here to explain all of this as well as the fascinating history of battery technology is James Morton Turner, author of the book Charged: A History of Batteries and Lessons for a Clean Energy Future (https://amzn.to/3QYnR1n).

    Have you ever wondered why hairstyles and fashion and music styles change? Why do you cringe when you see your clothes or hair in old pictures of yourself? What causes these things to fall in and out of style – and who is responsible for it? It all has to do with how our culture changes as well as our desire for status according to W. David Marx. David is a long-time writer on culture based in Tokyo and he is author of a book called Status and Culture: How Our Desire for Social Rank Creates Taste, Identity, Art, Fashion and Constant Change https://amzn.to/3wNJeub . Listen as he reveals the fascinating connection between status and culture and how they work together to drive change.

    How can your morning cup of coffee predict the weather? It has to do with the bubbles. Listen as I explain how coffee bubbles reveal the kind of day you are about to have. https://www.instructables.com/Predict-weather-with-a-cup-of-coffee/

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    SYSK Choice: Why Your Sense of Smell is So Important & Why Your Bucket List is Time-Sensitive Sep 03, 2022

    Do you save things that take up space that you know you will never, ever use again? This episode begins with some simple advice that will help you clear out some items from your home or office and free up some space for what’s really important. Source: Barbara Hemphill author of “Love It or Lose It (https://amzn.to/31wfIdq)

    People say that if they had to give up one of their senses, they would give up smell. After listening to this episode, you may decide to answer that question differently. That’s because people don’t realize how important smell is to your physical and emotional well-being. Joining me to explain why smell is important and how to make the most of it is Rachel Herz. She is a researcher who teaches at Brown University and Boston College and is author of the book The Scent of Desire: Discovering Our Enigmatic Sense of Smell (https://amzn.to/3gtkP21)

    A lot of people believe that playing classical music helps plants grow. People also believe that certain types of music will make babies smarter. But what does this research say? I’ll explain. Source: Dan Levitan author of This Is Your Brain On Music https://amzn.to/3jivqyJ

    We all have things we say we want to do before we die. Frequently, people put off those experiences until later in life – often after they retire. The problem is that for many of those “bucket list” experiences, it isn’t just having the experience – it is WHEN you have it. In other words, some things are meant to happen when you are 35 not 75. Bill Perkins has given this a lot of thought. Bill is a hedge fund manager, Hollywood film producer, high stakes tournament poker player and author of the book Die With Zero: Getting All You Can from Your Money and Your Life (https://amzn.to/2YEt31d). He joins me to explain how timing is so important when it comes to the experiences in your life.

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    The Problem With Being Too Nice & Mastering Everyday Negotiations Sep 01, 2022

    You probably don’t think of the Internet as an actual place but it really is – sort of. All of our computers have to connect to each other somewhere – and there is a place where that happens. And that place has a particular smell to it. This episode begins with an explanation. Source: Andrew Blum author of the book Tubes (https://amzn.to/3pwX3Jq).

    It is hard to argue with nice. Being nice to other people in generally regarded as a good thing. But you can also be TOO nice – which can cause a lot of trouble. Aziz Gazapura used to be one of those people and he is now on a mission to help people stop being too nice. Listen as he reveals what the problem is, what it does to you and how to be nice – without being too nice. Aziz is the author of the book, Not Nice: Stop People Pleasing, Staying Silent, & Feeling Guilty… And Start Speaking Up, Saying No, Asking Boldly, And Unapologetically Being Yourself (https://amzn.to/3K6KqhA)

    It is often said that you can negotiate anything. Still, most of us are usually not willing to try and bargain on retail items – but perhaps we should. And here to explain how to do it is Emily Hunter. Emily is an associate professor of management at Baylor University’s Hankamer School of Business, where she teaches negotiation and conflict management. https://business.baylor.edu/directory/?id=Emily_M_Hunter

    Even though cars breakdown unexpectedly, the fact is that it happens it is likely because of one of just a couple of reasons. If you know what they are you may be able to prevent the breakdown or atleast know what to check for and how to fix it. Listen and I’ll explain.. www.roadsidesurvival.com

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    How You Treat People Affects Your Health & How A Simple Surprise Can Change Your Life Forever Aug 29, 2022

    Have you noticed that when you are working on a problem or trying to come up with a new idea there comes a point of diminishing returns? Then the more you try, the worse it gets. That appears to be true for everyone and there is a sweet spot after which your efforts suffer. This episode begins with a discussion on why this happens and when you should stop trying and do something else instead. https://hbr.org/2014/07/get-your-brain-unstuck

    When you think of the factors that impact your health, you probably think of medical care. And yes, medicine is important however, the type of person you are and how you treat other people is even more important – by a long shot! That’s according to Kelli Harding, M.D. and assistant clinical professor of psychiatry at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. Kelli is also author of the book The Rabbit Effect: Live Longer Happier and Healthier with the Groundbreaking Science of Kindness (https://amzn.to/2ZLksf1) and she joins me to reveal how social interaction and how kind you are impact how healthy you will be and how long you will likely live.

    In all of our lives there have been important moments that have helped to shape who we are. These are transformative moments. Perhaps someone said something to you that made you think differently about yourself or your abilities – good or bad. So what is it about these brief moments that make them so powerful they can actually change the course of your life or change what you think of yourself? Dr. Michael Rousell is an associate professor at southern Oregon University and has been studying these transformative moments for over three decades. He joins me to reveal the surprising reason why these moments have such an impact and how you can use them to your advantage. To see Michael’s TED talk on the subject, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K5O6mFWpgZo&t=3s

    When you walk you swing your arms. You don’t have to but most of the time you do. Why? Listen to hear the explanation and discover what burns more calories – swinging your arms when you walk – or not? http://mentalfloss.com/article/63362/why-do-we-swing-our-arms-when-we-walk

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    SYSK Choice: Fascinating Benefits of Insects & Having Everything is Rarely Enough Aug 27, 2022

    I have never found over-the-counter cough and cold medicine to be very effective at relieving symptoms and I know a lot of people feel the same. However, research indicates that there is something in your kitchen cupboard that may be more effective and is totally free of side effects. This episode begins with a home remedy that really seems to work. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-8641173/Honey-beats-antibiotics-curing-colds-Study-shows-effective-medication.html

    Most of the time you probably think of insects as pests. However, insects do a lot of good things that actually make your life better and easier. Edward Melillo is professor of history and environmental studies at Amherst College and author of the book The Butterfly Effect: Insects and the Making of the Modern World (https://amzn.to/34l5w9f). Listen as he explains just how important insects are and how they are becoming an important source of food around the world – maybe in your kitchen as well.

    Who hasn’t spent time trying to get that last drop of lotion out of the bottle or toothpaste out of the tube or mustard out of the jar? Listen as I explain the best and most efficient way to do it. https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/how-to-squeeze-every-last-drop-80642

    What would it be like if you struck it rich? Imagine winning the lottery or inheriting a fortune. Life would be good – right? Maybe. But maybe having everything isn’t all it is cracked up to be? Marriage and family therapist Paul Hokemeyer specializes in treating ultra-high net worth individuals and celebrities and he is author of the book Fragile Power: Why Having Everything Is Never Enough; Lessons from Treating the Wealthy (https://amzn.to/2FEwUok). Listen as he explains the challenges of having everything and why wanting is sometimes better than having.

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    How to Organize, Prioritize and Get Things Done & How to Achieve Peak Performance Aug 25, 2022

    It’s a good thing you learned math in school. Why? Because when you apply math to pizza, you will realize that there is one size pizza that is almost always a lousy deal. This episode begins with a mathematical formula that will save you real dough on your next pizza order. http://lifehacker.com/the-math-equation-that-explains-why-you-should-alwaysb-1784641566

    Most of us probably wish we were a bit better at being organized so that we could prioritize tasks and do things more efficiently. Fortunately, David Allen is here to explain how to do just that. David is an internationally recognized expert in productivity and organization and author of the book Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity (https://amzn.to/32Vr6Or). Listen as he offers some simple yet powerful ways to live and work more efficiently so you have plenty of time for you.

    You know that feeling of brain fog? It’s knowing that you are not performing at your very best. A lot of things can cause it such as stress and diet. It also turns out that there can be long term effects from brain fog. Dr. Mike Dow, author of the books The Brain Fog Fix (https://amzn.to/3105nTG) joins me to discuss what brain fog is and how to fight it off to optimize your brain to perform at its best.

    Ever wonder if you are dehydrated? Listen as I explain a quick test to tell that requires nothing more than to pinch the skin on the back of your hand. http://www.livestrong.com/article/252621-how-to-tell-if-you-are-dehydrated/

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    Why You Eat The Way You Do & Why We All Love a Good Mystery Aug 22, 2022

    Have you ever thought your relationship with your cellphone was a bit over the top? This episode begins with a look at how Americans use their cellphone, how often they check it, where they use it, how they use it and how they feel if they don’t have it. Then you can see where you fit in with everyone else. https://www.reviews.org/mobile/cell-phone-addiction/

    There is an assumption that the reason people are overweight is that they eat too much food. That the obesity problem could be solved if only people ate less. But what if the answer was not for people to eat less but for people to eat better? That’s the theory you are about to be hear as explained by Mark Schatzker. He is an award-winning writer and is a writer-in-residence at the Modern Diet and Physiology Research Center at Yale University. He is also author of the book The End Of Craving : Recovering the Lost Wisdom of Eating Well (https://amzn.to/3QPFS1l)

    Who doesn’t love a good mystery? It may just be human nature that we like to solve mysteries, figure out whodunnit or how that magic trick was done or any other hard to figure out problem. We love mysteries. Think of all the TV shows, movies, podcasts and books that revolve around a mystery that needs to be solved. Joining me to explain why mysteries are so appealing and how we can all use mystery to our advantage is Jonah Lehrer. He is a writer journalist and author of the book Mystery: A Seduction, A Strategy, A Solution (https://amzn.to/3QvN6aZ).

    If you go grocery shopping on a hot summer day, how long can the groceries sit in the car without spoiling? Is it safe to run another errand or two? Listen and I’ll explain how long the experts say you have to get the food home and into the fridge https://www.budget101.com/frugal-living/598158-how-long-can-groceries-stay-in-a-car/

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    SYSK Choice: How to Deal With FOMO & Optimizing Your Immunity Aug 20, 2022

    The typewriter keyboard was invented in the 1800s. Today, the layout of the letters on a computer keyboard is essentially the same as it was back then. Maybe you have wondered why the order of the letters of the QWERTY keyboard hasn’t been changed in all that time. This episode begins with an explanation. https://www.cnet.com/news/a-brief-history-of-the-qwerty-keyboard/

    You’ve heard of FOMO, right? It stands for “Fear of Missing Out” and it has become part of the language and experience for many people. FOMO causes a lot of worry and stress. Today there are so many choices – so many things we could do. Spending time worrying about what you didn’t choose to do doesn’t make much sense. Yet somehow the road not taken seems so attractive. Patrick McGinnis is the person who first coined the termed FOMO and he joins me to explore what it is and how best to deal with it. Patrick is author of the book Fear of Missing Out: Practical Decision-Making in a World of Overwhelming Choice (https://amzn.to/3kK0MQe)

    You have an immune system. That’s what fights off germs, viruses and illness so you don’t get sick. However, you may not understand how it works or what causes it to work better or worse. Jenna Macciochi is an MD with over 20 years of experience as a scientist researching the impact of lifestyle on the immune system. She is also author of the book Immunity: The Science of Staying Well (https://amzn.to/3kVHnMv). Listen as she explains how you can keep your immune system working at its peak.

    Is ketchup, ketchup? Goodness, no! There are actually different grades of ketchup and some brands are better than others. Listen as explain how ketchup is graded and who makes the ketchup for your favorite fast food restaurant. https://www.today.com/food/what-fancy-ketchup-it-actually-better-regular-ketchup-t144019


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    How to Tell What Someone is REALLY Thinking & The Mystery and Lore of Shipwrecks Aug 18, 2022

    There is an old adage that "opposites attract." And you do sometimes see couples that seem to prove the point. Still, just how common is it for very different people to be attracted to each other. This episode begins by explaining some research on the topic. http://www.livescience.com/5351-truth-opposites-attract.html

    How can you tell what someone else is REALLY thinking or what they REALLY want from you? If you know the clues to look for you can get a better idea of what is going on in their head. Joining me to explain how it works and how you can put it into practice is psychotherapist David J. Lieberman. David is the author of 11 books including Mindreader: The New Science of Deciphering What People Really Think, What They Really Want, and Who They Really Are. (https://amzn.to/3w6R95y).

    When you hear the word – shipwreck, you likely think of Titanic or maybe pirates and lost treasure. There have been movies, books and songs about shipwrecks presumably because there is something about them that seems to capture our imagination. Joining me to take a look into the dark and murky world of shipwrecks is Daniel Stone. He writes about science, history, and the environment and he is a former staff writer for National Geographic. His latest book is called Sinkable: Obsession, the Deep Sea, and the Shipwreck of the Titanic (https://amzn.to/3bY84R0). Listen as he explains how many shipwrecks there are, where they are, what happens if you discover one and much more.

    About one out of six people get food poisoning each year and it is always worse in summer. Listen as I explain why, and I will reveal the list of the most likely foods that cause food poisoning to help you prevent it from happening. https://www.cspinet.org/sites/default/files/media/documents/resource/cspi_top_10_fda.pdf

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    The Power of Being Humble in a Narcissistic World & Where Stars Come From Aug 15, 2022


    Ever have a night where your dreams seem really vivid and maybe even disturbing? This episode begins by looking at the typical causes of really weird and vivid dreams. https://www.livestrong.com/article/13773031-vivid-dreams/

    It may be a tough sell in our culture but being humble can actually be a powerful and effective way to build confidence, strengthen relationships and achieve success. That’s according to Daryl R. Van Tongeren, an associate professor of psychology at Hope College and author of the book Humble: Free Yourself from the Traps of a Narcissistic World (https://amzn.to/3QCxemC). Daryl joins me to explain how a little humility can go a long way to improving anyone’s life.

    When you look up at the sky at night, do you ever wonder what a star actually is, how it was formed and how it got there? Or how planets and moons form? Are there other planets out there in space that can sustain life? Here to explain some of the mysteries of the night sky is Emily Levesque. She is a professor of astronomy at the University of Washington and author of the book The Last Stargazers: The Enduring Story of Astronomy's Vanishing Explorers (https://amzn.to/3zQ6oAM).

    Summer is the time for sandals and flip flops and other open-toe shoes. There is just one little problem. And that is, you are picking up some of the grossest things imaginable on your toes that you then track into your house. Listen as I explain the problem and simple solution. Source: Philip Tierno, author of “Secret Life of Germs: https://amzn.to/3zEjVLW

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    SYSK Choice: Unusual Facts You Never Knew & Your Solution to Too Much Paper Aug 13, 2022

    Who doesn’t love a barbecue? Still, there are some dangers with outdoor cooking. For instance, when was the last time you really cleaned your grill? If you think the fire burns off all the gunk, think again. I begin this episode by discussing this and other potential problems with cooking outdoors. http://www.menshealth.com/health/5-cookout-mistakes-that-make-you-sick

    Did you know carrots were not originally orange? Or that expensive weddings are a bad idea? Were you aware that the Mediterranean Sea will disappear one day? This is just some of the fascinating knowledge I discuss with Tom Standage, Deputy Editor of The Economist and editor of the book Uncommon Knowledge (https://amzn.to/2DFoeNA). He joins me to explain why kids’ summer vacations are too long, what Interpol really is and who owns all the material in outer space – as well as a bunch of other interesting facts.

    I bet most people probably believe that moderate drinking is actually healthy. However, that may be a big overstatement. There is some research I discuss that questions the validity of that idea and why there is a flaw in the theory that a glass of wine is good for you. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-4529928/A-glass-red-wine-NOT-good-heart.html

    Weren’t we supposed to be headed towards a paperless society? Look in many offices and homes and that doesn’t really seem to be happening. In fact, a lot of us have more documents, forms, certificates, letters and memos than ever. If you have cabinets, drawers and boxes full of papers, you need to listen to Lisa Woodruff. She is founder of Organize365 (www.organize365.com) which helps people tame all the paper in their lives and she is author of the book The Paper Solution: What to Shred, What to Save, and How to Stop It From Taking Over Your Life (https://amzn.to/3gIojyE).

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    What Love Does To You & The Oddities of Death Aug 11, 2022

    Have you ever noticed how great ideas and solutions often come to you in the shower? This episode begins with an explanation as to why that often happens to so many people. https://www.headspace.com/articles/shower-epiphanies

    Is love an emotion? Not according to Anna Machin an evolutionary anthropologist at the Department of Experimental Psychology at Oxford University, and author of the book Why We Love: The New Science Behind Our Closest Relationships (https://amzn.to/3SzC8mp). Anna believes love is a need - as essential as food and water. Listen and discover why humans need love in their lives, what purpose it serves, how it improves your health and longevity and why some people are better at love than others.

    Death happens all around us. And one day we too will die. Still, it is a difficult topic for many of us to discuss. But not for Caitlin Doughty. Caitlin is a mortician, funeral home owner and best selling author. She joins me to discuss some of the fascinating things about death like; what happens if the guy next to you on an airplane dies? Why are bodies embalmed? Do hair and fingernails continue to grow after death? Can you keep your father’s skull after he dies? And so much more. Caitlin’s latest book is Will My Cat Eat My Eyeballs? (https://amzn.to/3SArg7C).

    Where do you put your fruits and vegetables? It seems that the produce drawer in your fridge is where a lot of food goes to rot and die. There is a better place to keep produce so it actually get eaten. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/04/120430140027.htm

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    Is Junk Food Really So Bad? & How Buildings Affect Your Health and Behavior Aug 08, 2022

    What if you could drink without getting drunk? Or at least feel the effects of alcohol less? One professional beer taster has a way to do it and this episode begins with his technique. And it is really simple.. http://www.esquire.com/food-drink/drinks/how-to/a26328/how-not-to-get-drunk/

    Processed food has really gotten a bad reputation. But is it fair? Is processed food really that bad? Just because a food has a long list of ingredients or has chemicals you cannot pronounce doesn’t necessarily make it unhealthy – or does it? Here to discuss this is George Zaidan, an MIT trained chemist who created National Geographic’s web series Ingredients: The Stuff Inside Your Stuff and he is author of the book Ingredients: The Strange Chemistry of What We Put in Us and on Us (https://amzn.to/2Zykgij) . Listen as he explains what some of these ingredients are in processed food, why they are there and just how dangerous or healthy they are.

    Given how much time you spend indoors, you might be interested in hearing how your indoor environment impacts you in all sorts of ways you may never have realized. For instance, your health, your mood, your productivity, the way you think – even your relationships are influenced by your indoor environment. Joining me to discuss the science behind this is Emily Anthes , a science journalist whose work has appeared in The New York Times, The Atlantic, Wired, Slate, Businessweek and elsewhere. She is also author of the book The Great Indoors: The Surprising Science of How Buildings Shape Our Behavior, Health, and Happiness (https://amzn.to/2Yr8ip3).

    Do you have a favorite brand of dishwashing liquid? If so, why? Is one brand actually better at cleaning dishes than the others? Listen as I explain what Consumer Reports has to say after testing a bunch of different brands. https://www.consumerreports.org/video/view/appliances/laundry/937114224001/testing-dishwashing-liquids/

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    SYSK Choice: The Survival of the Friendliest & The Quickest Way to be Debt Free Aug 06, 2022

    Your typical meeting involves people sitting in chairs talking. For many meetings, there may be a better way that yields better results. This episode begins by looking at why conducting meetings in an entirely different way can be more productive and rewarding. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2015/04/09/walking-meetingsat-linke_n_7035258.html?utm_hp_ref=business

    I think it's safe to say that people are generally friendly. And that’s for good reason. Being friendly is an excellent strategy most of the time. In fact, we are wired to be friendly. Joining me to discuss why this is so important is Brian Hare, who is a member of the Center of Cognitive Neuroscience, a Professor in Evolutionary Anthropology, and Psychology and Neuroscience at Duke University and author of the book – Survival of the Friendliest (https://amzn.to/3jLQnmN). Listen as Brian explains why and how friendliness has been absolutely critical to human survival and it continues to serve all of us as we move through life.

    “How are you?” How many times do we say or hear that in a day? Most of the time is just a quick and somewhat meaningless greeting. Still, if you would rather have a more substantial conversation, there is a simple way to alter the question, “How are you?” by adding one word. Listen to discover what it is. http://www.businessinsider.com/sheryl-sandberg-common-question-asking-how-are-you-interview-option-b-book-grief-2017-5

    So many people are drowning in debt from credit cards, student loans and other forms of debt. With $78,000 dollars of debt, personal finance writer Jen Smith and her husband made a commitment to get rid of it. She joins me to explain how they did it in less than half the time they thought it would take – and how they actually enjoyed doing it. Jen is co-host of the Frugal Friends podcast (https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com) and author of the book, The No Spend Challenge Guide. (https://amzn.to/2XaZnYZ).

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    What Makes You The Person You Are & Understanding Extreme Weather Aug 04, 2022

    Ever get a song in your head but you can’t remember the title? This episode begins with a simple trick using your smartphone that will help identify almost any song. https://lifehacker.com/how-to-identify-any-song-just-by-singing-it-1849039953

    Have you ever wondered what makes you different from everybody else? Exactly what is it that makes you the person you have become? That’s the interesting question that Chantel Prat has investigated. Chantel is professor at the University of Washington and author of the book The Neuroscience of You (https://amzn.to/3OJDyHL). Listen as she explains what makes us individuals and reveals why who we are is constantly changing.

    Weather is really interesting. And today we are seeing a lot of extreme weather - droughts in the west, flooding in the southeast – what is going on? How does weather work? Joining me to discuss the fascinating world of weather is Matthew Cappucci, an on-air meteorologist at FOX5DC in Washington D.C.. and author of the book Looking Up: The True Adventures of a Storm-Chasing Weather Nerd (https://amzn.to/3vvSceW).

    The next time you are in a situation where you are feeling nervous or anxious, there is a simple thing you can do that can help bring down your stress levels in about 60 seconds. Listen as I explain how. http://thehealthylivinglounge.com/2009/08/06/12-instant-benefits-of-humming-daily

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    Toxic Positivity and The Harm It Causes & What’s Your Real Biological Age? Aug 01, 2022

    How many times did your mother tell you not to swim for half an hour after you eat or not to scratch a bug bite or don’t touch someone who has poison ivy because you can catch it? There is a lot of that summertime advice flying around. This episode begins by looking at whether this advice is true or not. https://www.silive.com/healthfit/2012/07/summer_myths_debunked.html

    There is something called toxic positivity. It is the idea that we should always look on the bright side, be happy, everything happens for a reason, don’t worry, you’ll be fine – you know what I mean. Often we say these things to comfort people but it may have the opposite effect. Joining me to discuss toxic positivity and the damage it can do is Whitney Goodman a licensed marriage and family therapist and author of the book, Toxic Positivity: Keeping It Real in a World Obsessed With Being Happy (https://amzn.to/3cwrhcf).

    You have your chronological age and then there is your biological age. You can’t do anything about your chronological age, but it does appear you can roll back the years on your biological age according to Morgan Levine. She is an assistant professor of pathology at Yale University School of Medicine and author of the book, True Age: Cutting-Edge Research to Help Turn Back the Clock (https://amzn.to/3zaRepw).. Listen as she reveals what to do to stay young for as long as possible.

    Smelling roses can have quite an impact on you and it is all good!. That scent can affect your memory, your dreams and your happiness. Listen as I explain. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-1059329/How-sweet-dreams--simply-smell-roses.html and https://www.nature.com/news/2007/070305/full/news070305-10.html

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    SYSK Choice: The Evolution of Counting & Our Obsession With the Unexplained Jul 30, 2022

    Water is amazing. Drink it and it keeps you alive. But did you know that drinking water can also make you smarter? This episode begins by explaining why that is and you may find the answer quite surprising. https://becausewater.com/7-reasons-staying-hydrated-makes-smarter/

    Anyone can count. It is one of the first things children learn to do. Yet figuring out how to count took a long time and involved a lot of differing theories about math and numbers. Marcus du Sautoy is professor of mathematics at the University of Oxford and author of the book How to Count to Infinity (https://amzn.to/3hCTgV6). He joins me to explain the fascinating history of counting, including why the invention of zero was so important and what infinity really is.

    People who use online dating usually have a photo as part of their profile. And that photo has a lot to do with how successful you will be in your search for love. Listen as I explain what makes a good profile photo – and what doesn’t and why you may want to change yours. https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/online-dating-profile-picture-research/

    Many people apparently believe in aliens, UFO’s, Big Foot and other conspiracy theories. Yet, the evidence for these things is usually pretty flimsy. Cultural historian Colin Dickey decided to explore why people cling to their beliefs despite the lack of proof or a logical explanation. Colin is author of the book The Unidentified: Mythical Monsters, Alien Encounters, and Our Obsession with the Unexplained (https://amzn.to/32VmaLO). He joins me to share his unique insight into this phenomenon.

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    Why Some People Stand Up to Bullies and Others Don’t & Where Idioms Come From Jul 28, 2022

    Seems like there is always new research coming out about the benefits of coffee. This episode begins with another one – and maybe one you haven’t heard before. You just need to drink 3 cups a day – or more. https://rightasrain.uwmedicine.org/body/food/can-your-coffee-habit-help-protect-you-skin-cancer

    Probably everyone has been witness to a bully or some other inappropriate behavior and didn’t intervene. And later regretted it. It’s called “The Bystander Effect.” Why don’t people step in and callout bullies? Why do we leave it to someone else or no one at all? What would happen if we did step in when we see bad behavior in others? What’s the best way to intervene and not escalate a situation? Here to discuss and answer these questions is psychologist Catherine Sanderson, a professor in Life Sciences at Amherst College and the author of Why We Act. Turning: Bystanders into Moral Rebels (https://amzn.to/3vfUgrs)

    Summer is the favorite time of year for many people. Yet, too much of a good thing can have consequences. Listen as I discuss how summer weather can impact your mood and state of mind. https://www.livescience.com/21431-hot-temperatures-mood.html

    Idioms are interesting. They are those little phrases that work their way into our language to help us make a point. For example, play with fire, drink the Kool-Aid, move the goal posts or drop the mic. Where do these phrases come from? Why do some idioms last and others don’t? Do other languages also have idioms or is English unique in that way. Joining me to talk about this is Gareth Carrol a senior lecturer and researcher in linguistics at the University of Birmingham and author of the book, Jumping Sharks and Dropping Mics: Modern Idioms and Where The Come From (https://amzn.to/3J5XnaX).


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    Is The Shopping Mall Dead? & When Less Is Really More Jul 25, 2022

    You have likely heard people say that having a dog is good for you. Usually, dog lovers say that. So exactly how good is good? Do dogs really improve your health and well-being? This episode begins with an explanation. https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/10-science-based-benefits-dog/

    Shopping malls are an American institution. For decades they have been popular places to shop, eat, go to the movies and just hang out. But are their days numbered? Is the shopping mall a dinosaur today due to online shopping and changes in the makeup of America? Listen as I discuss the past, present and future of the shopping mall with Alexandra Lange an architecture critic and author of the book Meet Me By The Fountain: An Inside History of the Mall (https://amzn.to/3cyzahi). Listen to what she has to say and you won’t look at your neighborhood mall in quite the same way.

    When there is a problem, we tend to add something to try to fix it. If there is trouble at work, we add a new rule. If there is a problem we need to solve, we look for new ideas. When we’re sick we want more medicine. Yet maybe it would be better to try to take obstacles away rather than add new rules and ideas – at least sometimes. That’s the case Leidy Klotz makes. Leidy is a professor of engineering and architecture at the University of Virginia and author of the book Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less (https://amzn.to/3olHXG5).

    If you are one of those people who has trouble cutting back on sugar, maybe a pickle could help. Listen as I explain how this works. http://www.wisegeek.com/why-do-some-pregnant-women-crave-pickles-and-ice-cream.htm

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    SYSK Choice: How to Get the Truth From Anyone & Fascinating Bird Facts Jul 23, 2022

    If you took driver’s education, you probably remember being told to keep your hands at 10:00 o’clock and 2:00 o’clock on the steering wheel. That may have been some really bad advice. We begin this episode with a discussion on the best way to steer your car. http://www.thedrive.com/start-finish/9882/team-oneil-shows-how-to-position-your-hands-on-the-wheel

    Is it possible to get someone to tell you the truth when they don’t want to? Jack Schafer says it is. As a former FBI agent, he has developed a technique based on some simple psychological principles that will get people to tell you things they never meant to. Jack is author of the book The Truth Detector: An Ex-FBI Agent’s Guide for Getting People to Reveal the Truth (https://amzn.to/30we8WU) and he joins me to discuss how you can use this technique and the reasons why it is so effective.

    I bet you see and hear birds every day. Yet, you probably don’t think about them very much. Still, they are fascinating creatures and they have some extraordinary characteristics. For example, did you know that all birds are actually dinosaurs? Science writer Jennifer Ackerman has written articles for Scientific American, National Geographic and The New York Times. She is also author of a book called The Bird Way (https://amzn.to/2ZOvQpw) and she joins me to offer up some fascinating facts that will give you a new appreciation for birds.

    You have to be careful what you say in a job interview. For instance, it’s difficult to brag about how humble you are because, well, how humble can you be if you are bragging about it? There are other words besides humble that are best left out of your self-description when you go on a job interview. Listen as I reveal what they are. https://www.themuse.com/advice/5-words-you-should-never-use-to-describe-yourself-in-an-interview

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    Why The Negativity Effect Rules Your Life & What You Never Knew About Liquids Jul 21, 2022

    You probably hate when people don’t respond to your emails, right? Well, you may be part of the problem. Listen as I explain how this one little mistake in the subject line makes it easy for others to dismiss your emails and how to fix it. http://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/291896/subject-line-typos-decrease-email-engagementrates.html

    Why is it that bad things feel bad more than good things feel better? Someone can say 9 wonderful things about you and one negative thing – and you dwell on the one negative thing? It seems that it’s just the way we are wired says John Tierney who has researched and written a book about this called The Power of Bad: How The Negativity Effect Rules Us and How We Can Rule It (https://amzn.to/30Gn3EQ). The result of this is that we will do more to avoid a bad thing than to seek a good thing and this has all sorts of implications in your life. Listen as John explains how the negativity effect plays such an important role in many parts of your life

    Think of all the liquids in your life. You drink several, one is running through your veins, your car runs on them – liquids are everywhere and they are vital to our survival. But what makes a liquid a liquid? Scientist Mark Miodownik, author of the book Liquid Rules: The Delightful and Dangerous Substances that Flow Through Our Lives (https://amzn.to/2RMwSyL) joins me to discuss the fascinating world of liquids. For one thing, liquids are hard to define yet one liquid (water) covers 70% of the earth’s surface. And as necessary as they are for us, there is actually very little liquid in the universe.

    What is the worst color to wear on a job interview? Listen to hear what hiring managers say about the best and worst clothes to wear if you want to make a good impression. https://www.businessinsider.com/best-and-worst-colors-to-wear-to-job-interview-2013-11


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    Bonus Episode: Why We Must Defeat Climate Change and How to Do It Jul 20, 2022

    The earth is getting warmer and the consequences of that have already begun to impact us all. Today, 6 out of 10 Americans describe themselves as “alarmed” or “concerned” about climate change, according to one recent study. Climate change is a huge global problem and there is likely not going to be a single solution.

    Joining me to explain and help us all understand the problem and the solutions to climate change is Christoph Gebald. He is Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Climeworks. Listen as Christoph explains the causes of climate change and how reducing our carbon footprint will not be enough to defeat it. We also have to remove CO2 from the air – which is exactly what Climeworks does.

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    What Happens When You Love Things Instead of People & What Will Likely Kill You Jul 18, 2022

    Dog owners love it when their dog kisses them on the face. But is it really safe? This episode begins by explaining just how clean a dog’s mouth is and whether you should be so intimate with your pet. https://nypost.com/2022/04/06/your-dogs-kisses-could-contain-deadly-superbug-study-says/

    People say they love their car or their house or maybe even a pair of shoes. But is it really love? Maybe, according to Aaron Ahuvia, professor of marketing at the University of Michigan who is considered to be the most widely published and cited expert on non-interpersonal love. Listen as he talks about our love of inanimate objects and activities what it all really means. Aaron is author of a book on the topic called The Things We Love (https://amzn.to/3z4992k)

    Morbid though it may be, I suspect everyone wonders when they will die and what they will die from. What’s interesting is that if you actually understand what is most likely to kill you can prevent or at least postpone it from happening. That’s according to Shelia Buff author of the book You Bet Your Life: Your Guide to Deadly Risk (https://amzn.to/3ARYZ6b). Join me to hear Shelia explain the common and not-so-common ways people die – and why. And maybe how they could've avoided it.

    For many people, finding love is hard enough – but finding it the second or third time can seem almost impossible. Listen as I explain what one psychologist says can help anyone find true love – again. Source: Finding Love Again by Dr. Terry Orbuch (https://amzn.to/3z0xiH4)

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    SYSK Choice: Understanding Time and Space & The Steps to a Perfect Apology Jul 16, 2022

    Being healthy takes a lot of work. But maybe it doesn’t always have to. This episode begins with some simple yet effective techniques that will help your overall health – and they only take a minute and hardly any effort. http://www.menshealth.com/health/ways-to-be-healthier

    Why does time only go in one way? Every moment we move forward into the future, but we cannot go back into the past. How come? And what about intelligent life on other planets – and will we ever be able to travel to other planets or even other galaxies? If so, when? Joining me to discuss these big questions is Paul Sutter. He is an astrophysicist at Stony Brook University, host of the Ask a Spaceman podcast (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-a-spaceman/id958825741) and author of the book How to Die in Space (https://amzn.to/3iXh9rP).

    Are you good at delivering an apology? Most of us never had any formal instruction on how to apologize. Yet, when you think about it, a good apology can save a relationship. Molly Howes is a Harvard trained clinical psychologist and author of the book A Good Apology: Four Steps to Make Things Right (https://amzn.to/3euUzmN) and she has some great advice on how to apologize to make everyone feel better.

    The snooze alarm on just about every alarm clock is exactly 9 minutes. Not 10 – not 8 but 9. Why? There is actually a really interesting reason as I explain it in this episode. https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/22761/why-does-snooze-button-give-you-only-9-more-minutes-sleep

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    Understanding Taste and Flavor & Why It’s Good To Get Angry - Sometimes Jul 14, 2022

    People cry when they are sad – so why do they also cry when they are happy? This episode begins with the explanation for why two opposite emotions can have the same symptom. And what happy occasion actually causes people to cry the most “tears of joy.” (BTW, it’s not weddings). https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/11/141111124047.htm

    Did you know that flavor and taste are not the same thing? In fact, your sense of taste is much more complicated than you imagined and really involves all your senses. Plus, haven’t you wondered why you like some foods that other people hate? Why is that? Joining me to unravel all of this is Camilla Arndal Andersen. She is a food scientist in Denmark who studies people’s sense of taste and she joins me to explain that fascinating, complicated and very subjective sense of taste you have. Camilla also has a TED talk on the subject which you can watch here: https://www.ted.com/talks/camilla_arndal_andersen_what_happens_in_your_brain_when_you_taste_food?language=en

    What makes you angry? And when you do get angry, what do you do with that anger? Could you maybe handle it better? Listen as I explore these questions with Ryan Martin. He is a professor of psychology and associate dean at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and has studied anger extensively. He also has a TED talk about it called The Upside of Anger (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kfcQaXG_Qhs). Listen and I am sure you will have a better understanding of your own anger.

    Children skip. You probably know how but grownups seldom skip. Listen as I explain why maybe you should try it again – even if you look a bit foolish. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-3895968/Why-adults-stop-skipping-s-hard-Activity-uses-quarter-energy-running-speed.html

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    How to Avoid The Summer Travel Chaos & Preventing Regrets About Money Jul 11, 2022

    Why is it that as soon as you get your car washed, a bird will find it and leave a nice big poop on your shiny clean car? Whatever force of nature causes that, you need to get that poop off – fast. Listen as I explain why and how to do it so you don’t cause more damage. https://www.mccarthycollisioncenters.com/blog/8-tips-to-clean-bird-poop-off-car-paint

    Traveling this summer has been challenging at best. For some travelers it has been downright miserable. High airfares, cancelled flights, unruly passengers have made things difficult. So, what can you do besides just not go anywhere? Are there some tricks and secrets that could make travel a little more pleasant? Joining me to help you navigate through the travel chaos is Peter Greenberg. Peter is the travel editor for CBS News and produces travel related television programs for PBS including The Royal Tour (https://petergreenberg.com/category/the-royal-tour/) and The Travel Detective (https://petergreenberg.com/category/the-travel-detective/).

    “If I knew then what I know now....” When it comes to financial decisions we have made, almost everyone has thought or spoken that phrase. To help you NOT ever have to say it again is Sam Dogen who writes the Financial Samurai blog (https://www.financialsamurai.com/) He is also a contributor to CNBC and author of the book Buy This, Not That (https://amzn.to/3bXBcrb). If you have ever made financial decisions you have come to regret, you need to hear what he has to say.

    Fleas can drive your pet and you crazy – particularly in the summer. A lot of pet owners use flea collars to combat the problem but there are some concerns. Listen as I explain why stores such as PetSmart and Petco have stopped selling certain flea collars and how they may cause harm to your pet, your children and you. https://www.nrdc.org/experts/mrotkinellman/flea-collar-chemicals-are-poisoning-kids-and-pets

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    SYSK Choice: The Psychology of Design & How to Be a Better Conversationalist Jul 09, 2022

    It seems to be human nature that the more money you have in your wallet, the more likely you are to spend it. And it also turns out that what kind of money is in your wallet influences how much you spend as well. Listen as this episode begins with some interesting psychology that will help you spend less so you keep more of your money. http://www.forbes.com/video/4061993829001/

    I bet you have had someone design a logo or brochure or website for you and then when they show you what they did, they ask, “What do you think”? It has happened to me several times and the problem is, I don’t know what to think. I don’t know what makes a well-designed brochure or website. I don’t know what other people will think when they see it or what motivates people to respond. If this has happened to you, you’ll want to hear my guest Susan Weinschenk. Susan has a Ph.D. in Psychology, she is the Chief Behavioral Scientist and CEO at The Team W, Inc. (https://theteamw.com/) as well as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Wisconsin. She is also author of the book 100 Things Every Designer Needs to Know About People (https://amzn.to/323kNKK).

    Think about how many times a day you speak to other people. Conversation is the primary way we communicate. Yet, you likely haven’t learned much about the science of conversation. The fact is that a conversation can beautiful and brilliant or it can be awkward and difficult. When you understand how it all work, you will be a better conversationalist. Joining me to explain the science of conversation is David Crystal. David is a writer and editor, and his latest book is called Let’s Talk: How English Conversation Works (https://amzn.to/32e4qLF).

    When your doctor takes your blood pressure – does he check both arms? He or she should check both because the results are likely different. Listen as I explain why this is so important. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/03/120320195749.htm

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    How Toxic Individualism Is Destroying Relationships & The History of Fragrances Jul 07, 2022

    Nothing ruins a trip like getting car sick. But now there are motion sickness glasses. Do they work? Reader’s Digest tested them out and a lot of people who bought them left reviews. Listen and I’ll tell you what they said. https://www.rd.com/article/motion-sickness-glasses/

    How can you be in a relationship and still be an individual? It has always been a tricky balance that has gotten even tougher as we have shifted to a more “It’s-all-about-me” culture. Joining me to discuss this is internationally recognized family therapist, speaker, and author Terrence Real. His latest book is titled US: Getting Past You and Me to Build a More Loving Relationship (https://amzn.to/3bLzN6N). Listen as he offers some great insight and very specific advice on improving any relationship.

    Terry's website is www.terryreal.com

    What is it about fragrances? Soaps, candles, laundry detergent, perfume – we like things to smell nice. Why? When did this all start? Listen to my guest Elise Pearlstine, a natural perfumer, consultant, and educator and author of a book called Scent: A Natural History of Fragrance. (https://amzn.to/3AtMA8b). If you have ever wondered why flowers or the smell of cut grass or vanilla smell so good, listen as Elise explains.

    It can be brutal getting into a car that been parked in the hot sun. However, there is quick way to cool the car down before you get in it. Listen as I reveal a simple yet very fast and effective technique. https://www.wikihow.com/Cool-a-Hot-Car-as-Quickly-as-Possible

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    Why You Should Do Hard Things & Sneaky Ways Companies Get Your Personal Data Jul 04, 2022

    We’ve all seen how dogs sniff each other – and it appears we humans do the same thing. (Not to dogs but to other humans). I begin this episode explaining how people make judgements about others based on how they smell. And it all happens subconsciously. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2022/06/220627125010.htm

    Are you resilient? Do you bounce back after facing a big challenge? Can we learn to be more resilient? These are just a few of the things I discuss with with Stephen Magness. He has been a consultant for NASA, the Houston Rockets and other major organizations and has written for Runner’s World and Sports Illustrated. He has been featured in The New Yorker, Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and Men’s Health. Stephen also hosts a couple of podcasts (The Growth Equation and Magness and Marcus On Coaching) . He is also author of the book Do Hard Things: Why We Get Resilience Wrong and the Surprising Science of Real Toughness (https://amzn.to/3OSE3Qb).

    If you think protecting your privacy is mostly about passwords, account numbers and your social security number, you are missing something really important. Data is being collected about you that is extremely sensitive and personal. For example, what you search for online, your religious beliefs, your sexual preferences, how well you sleep, what organizations you belong to and so much more. Listen and be amazed by how much is known about you as I speak with Carissa Veliz. She is an associate professor at the Faculty of Philosophy and the Institute for Ethics in AI, as well as a tutorial fellow at Hertford College, at the University of Oxford and editor of the Oxford Handbook of Digital Ethics. Carissa is author of the book, Privacy is Power: Why and How You Should Take Back Control of Your Data (https://amzn.to/3nqHIsX).

    Cooking on the grill is great but it can get a bit monotonous. You can only eat so many hot dogs, hamburgers, chicken breasts and steaks. Listen as I tell you how to cook some things on the grill you never imagined that taste great – like pineapple, avocado, watermelon, pound cake and more! https://www.rd.com/list/7-food-you-didnt-know-you-could-grill/

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    SYSK Choice: DNA Demystified & Why Food Culture is So Popular Jul 02, 2022

    Ever have a hard time finding your keys or wallet or glasses – or even where you left your car in a parking lot? Why is it so hard to keep track of them? This episode begins with an explanation and some advice to use the next time you can’t find one of those things. http://lifehacker.com/the-two-factors-that-make-you-forgetful-1563418168

    Do you know what your DNA is? How does it work and how does it solve crimes? Your DNA is fascinating and if you’ve ever bought one of those DNA test kits, you know it can tell a lot about you and your ancestors. Joining me to explain this is Alan McHughen who is a scientist, educator, DNA expert and author of the book DNA Demystified (https://amzn.to/3eUNihl).

    Have you noticed that teenagers can easily sleep until noon – but the older you get the harder that is to do? Why? That’s one of the things I discuss about sleep and just how important it is to get enough sleep and how it can wreak havoc with your health if you don’t. http://www.menshealth.com/health/sleep-and-age

    It seems as if food is more important today than it used to be. A lot of us spend a great deal of time and money eating certain foods, watching cooking shows on TV and going to trendy restaurants. Many people identifying themselves by the food they eat – or don’t eat ("I’m a vegetarian – I don’t eat meat!" ). Eve Turow-Paul has been researching the growing food culture around the world and she joins me with some really interesting insight. Eve is author of the book Hungry: Avocado Toast, Instagram Influencers, and Our Search for Connection and Meaning (https://amzn.to/38lrc54).

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    A Better Way to Solve Problems & Why Anxiety is a Good Thing Jun 30, 2022

    Do you prefer fresh or frozen fish? Most people would likely choose fresh – but the topic is a bit more complicated than choosing one or the other. A lot of times what you think of as “fresh” fish was once frozen. To start this episode, I unravel the discussion about whether fresh fish is really better – or not. https://www.thespruceeats.com/frozen-fish-better-than-fresh-fish-1300625

    What if you could solve problems before they actually happen? That’s why you change the oil in your car. Doing so, solves problems before they occur. And there are lots of other problems in life we could prevent or solve sooner – if we looked at things a bit differently. That’s according to Dan Heath author of the book Upstream: The Quest to Solve Problems Before They Happen (https://amzn.to/3atB1Os). Listen as he explains this interesting method of problem solving that I am sure you will find helpful.

    Being anxious doesn’t usually feel good. Most people would likely agree that anxiety is something to avoid. In fact, some say anxiety is a threat to your health and well-being. However, there may be another way to look at anxiety, according to Tracy Dennis-Tiwary, PhD, professor of psychology and neuroscience at Hunter College, the City University of New York, and author of the book Future Tense: Why Anxiety Is Good for You (Even Though It Feels Bad) (https://amzn.to/3A96NQM). Listen as she explains how to harness and use your anxiety to help propel you to success in whatever is important to you.

    Airline passengers frequently have items confiscated because those things are not allowed to be carried on the plane. So, what happens to those pocket knives, snow globes, vintage wine, bottles of shampoo or whatever else is confiscated? Can people get them back if they want? Listen as I explain why some things get tossed, some get sold and some go back to their rightful owner. https://www.rd.com/article/return-confiscated-items-tsa/

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    The Magic That Happens When You Help Others & How to Survive Just About Anything Jun 27, 2022

    We’ve all gotten the word about the importance of sunscreen. But there are several places on your body you are likely to miss when you apply it. This episode begins with an important list of the most likely places you need to make sure NOT to miss. https://www.consumerreports.org/sunscreens/how-to-apply-sunscreen-to-commonly-missed-spots/

    What if there was a drug that could give you better health, a longer life, more happiness and more success – would you take it? This drug actually exists according to Stephen Trzeciak, M.D. All you have to do is help others. I know it sounds simplistic but there is solid science to show that the act of helping others has tremendous benefits. Listen as Stephen explains how it works and how much helping you have to do to get the benefits. Stephen is author of the book Wonder Drug: 7 Scientifically Proven Ways That Serving Others is the Best Medicine For Yourself (https://amzn.to/3tT4Zr2).

    Do you know what to do if you get bitten by a snake? What would you do if someone near you drops to the ground with a heart attach or seizure? Do you know what to do if you get lost in the woods? These and other emergencies happen all the time and it is important to know what to do beforehand so you don't panic when it actually happens. Joining me to explain how to prepare for almost any emergency is Dr. John Torres. He is an emergency room physician as well as a senior medical correspondent for NBC and author of the book Dr. Disaster’s Guide to Surviving Everything (https://amzn.to/3yg7Flb).

    As someone who is left-handed, I know that being a southpaw has its challenges. Yet, for students, it may be a good thing. Listen as I explain some interesting research that illustrates some differences between how left and right-handed students compare in school. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-1215253/Left-handers-likely-enjoy-school-teachers-pets.html

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    SYSK Choice: The Paradox of Passion & How Problems Can Improve Relationships Jun 25, 2022

    What is it about spicy food that makes some people love it and others avoid it like the plague? This episode begins with an interesting explanation and some helpful facts about hot and spicy food that could come in handy if things get too hot. http://lifehacker.com/how-to-actually-enjoy-the-painful-pleasure-of-spicy-foo-1794616828

    How important is it that you do something you love? Must you be passionate about your career to be happy and fulfilled? Some people don’t really have a passion they can make a career out of. Are they doomed to be miserable? Before you try to “Follow your passion,” listen to my guest Brad Stulberg author of the book The Passion Paradox (https://amzn.to/2Bjuw4H). Bruce explains some interesting facts about what passion really is, according to the research, and just how important it is to have and then follow your passion. He is also the host of the The Growth Equation Podcast. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-growth-equation-podcast/id1505257676

    If you have outdoor allergies, you may unknowingly be making things worse than they need to be. Listen as I reveal what to do and not do to help clear the air and allow you to breathe better with fewer allergy symptoms. https://midstatemedical.org/about/news-press/news-detail?articleId=42255&publicid=395

    I suspect most people would agree that a happy and harmonious relationship is the best kind. Yet, it seems having a little trouble, messiness, turmoil, and chaos is also good for a relationship. Listen to my guest Ed Tronick PhD. Ed is a developmental neuroscientist and clinical psychologist at Harvard Medical School and author of the book The Power of Discord (https://amzn.to/3dHMta6). He explains why a perfectly happy relationship may actually be a prescription for trouble.

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    Should You Really Believe in Luck & How to Accept Bad Things You Cannot Change Jun 23, 2022

    Given the price of gasoline, we all need to conserve every drop we can. While you have probably heard of some of the ways to save gas, there are a few you probably haven’t heard before. This episode begins with some effective gas saving hacks from the people at Popular Mechanics. https://www.popularmechanics.com/cars/a39504408/how-to-improve-your-vehicles-gas-mileage/

    Do you believe in luck? It probably depends on your definition. Some people believe luck is a mystical force while others think of luck as something grounded in probability and statistics. Still others believe you can create your own luck. To help sort out what luck really is and how it works is Jeffrey Rosenthal, professor in the University of Toronto's Department of Statistics and author of several books including Knock On Wood: Luck Chance and the Meaning of Everything (https://amzn.to/3uccXfh).

    Life can be cruel and unfair. Bad things happen to all of us. The challenge is – how do you accept and make peace with terrible things that inevitably happen so you can get on with your life? Clinical psychologist Janina Scarlet works with people everyday who must accept and come to terms with events that are unfair and often devastating. Janina is author of the book, It Shouldn't Be This Way: Learning to Accept the Things You Just Can’t Change (https://amzn.to/3N7RpHb). If you’ve ever had trouble coping with something that is hard to accept, you will want to hear what she has to say.

    As people get older, it is natural to try to stay looking young. But there is a limit. Listen as I explain the negative consequences of trying to act or dress too young and what really works well if you want to appear younger than your actual age. http://www.psychologicalscience.org/index.php/publications/observer/obsonline/act-your-age.html

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    Why Friends Are So Important & The Extraordinary Benefits of Writing Things Down Jun 20, 2022

    Why do cashiers often ask for your phone number or email address? What if you don’t want to share that information? This episode begins by explaining why they ask and what your response should be. https://www.rd.com/article/this-is-why-stores-ask-for-your-phone-number-at-the-checkout/

    Everyone needs at least one friend. That’s according to Lydia Denworth, a science journalist and author of the book Friendship: The Evolution, Biology and Extraordinary Power of Life’s Fundamental Bond (https://amzn.to/3N5UebS). Lydia joins me to discuss how important friendship is, how to make friends and how to have better, stronger friendships.

    Do you have a good system to keep track of all the information you have to deal with? Many of us try to keep track of everything – or most things – in our head. That may not be such a good idea according to Tiago Forte, a leading expert on productivity and author of the book Building a Second Brain: A Proven Method to Organize Your Digital Life and Unlock Your Creative Potential (https://amzn.to/3xuA9WB). Listen as Tiago explains the positive impact of simply writing things down to help you keep track all the things in your life – and it doesn’t require a complicated system in order to get the benefits.

    If you’ve ever spent time in an airplane bathroom, you know that the less time you spend in there, the better. But just how gross is it really? And if you have to go in there, what’s the best strategy to minimize germ exposure? Listen as I explain some expert advice. Source: Dr. Charles Gerba author of The Germ Freak’s Guide to Outwitting Colds and Flu (https://amzn.to/3NXx48A).

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    SYSK Choice: Effective Ways to Make Big Changes & The Benefits of Thinking for Yourself Jun 18, 2022

    People like reruns. We like to watch old TV shows and movies over and over again, we often order the same meal at a restaurant, listen to the same songs- maybe even reread a book. Why? This episode begins with an interesting explanation. https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/why-you-like-to-watch-the-same-thing-over-and-over/

    Change is hard. Who hasn’t tried to make a change in their life only to have it fail? Is there a way to tilt the odds in your favor and make the process easier? Joining me to discuss this is Ross Ellenhorn. He is a sociologist, psychotherapist and social worker and author of the book How We Change (and 10 Reasons We Don’t) (https://amzn.to/2VeIUSx). He has some important advice on how to make changes – and make them stick.

    Are we losing our ability to think for ourselves? After all, no matter what problem you have, there is some app or YouTube video or some expert with a solution. While help is good, it is also important to think for ourselves and some people believe we are losing our ability to think critically and make our own decisions. Vikram Mansharamani is a lecturer at Harvard and author of the book Think For Yourself: Restoring Common Sense in an Age of Experts and Artificial Intelligence (https://amzn.to/2A30BNs). Listen as he makes the case for more critical thinking when it comes to the big decisions in life and how to do it.

    Did you know spring fever is real and has real symptoms Listen as I explain what the symptoms are and what it means if you have them. https://www.thestar.com/life/health_wellness/diseases_cures/2010/04/29/spring_fever_has_scientific_basis_psychologist.htm

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    What Makes Someone Credible & How to Finish What You Start Jun 16, 2022

    Are you a smiler? Smiling turns out to be really good for you in a lot of ways. This episode begins with an explanation of some of the surprising benefits of smiling more often. https://www.forbes.com/sites/ericsavitz/2011/03/22/the-untapped-power-of-smiling/#23fc80fc7a67

    Why do we pay attention to some people but not others? What makes those people seem more credible? According to researcher Stephen Martin there are 8 subtle characteristics that make some people more credible and believable than others. Interestingly it has nothing to do with the message they are delivering. Listen as Stephen and I discuss this. Stephen Martin is a visiting professor of behavioral science at Columbia University and author of the book Messengers: Who We Listen To. Who We Don’t. And Why. (https://amzn.to/2MDAtej)

    Are you clear on what your priorities are? Do you have things you say you want to do – or things you start doing but somehow those things never get finished? If you would like to get a clearer picture on what your priorities really are and how to actually get them done, listen to my guest Charlie Gilkey. He is the founder of Productive Flourishing, (https://www.productiveflourishing.com), a website that helps people tackle and finish the things that matter – and he is author of the book Start Finishing: How to Go from Idea to Done (https://amzn.to/33t5dp6). Charlie has some proven ways to help you get to those projects – or let them go.

    Admit it, you’ve taken a drink straight from the milk carton - right? And when you get caught people probably told you that it was really gross. But how gross is it? Listen as I explore the science of drinking from the carton and what that does for the next person who drinks from that carton and also what it does to the milk. https://spoonuniversity.com/lifestyle/we-debunked-the-5-second-rule-double-dipping-and-other-food-myths

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    The History of Fun & The Price You Pay for Lack of Sleep Jun 13, 2022

    The pandemic certainly made us more aware of the importance of washing our hands. However, it isn’t just how often you wash, it is also the technique that matters. Listen as I explain. http://www.hardydiagnostics.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Hand-Washing.pdf

    For as long as there have been people, there has been a need for fun. People like to have fun whether it is amusement parks, board games, sports, festivals, video games or whatever people do for fun. The backstories of how a lot of these fun things came to be is really quite interesting. Joining me to discuss the history of all things fun is Russ Frushtick who has written about games and technology for over a decade. Russ is co-founder of Vox Media’s gaming site called Polygon (www.polygon.com ) and he is author of The Book of Fun: An illustrated History of Having a Good Time (https://amzn.to/3H2nBdn).

    If you work in a job you don’t like, should you quit -or should you stay at least until you find another job? It probably depends on just how much you hate your job. Listen as I explain the negative consequences of staying at a job that you hate and that stresses you out. It is probably worse than you thought. https://news.osu.edu/lousy-jobs-hurt-your-health-by-the-time-youre-in-your-40s/

    Even though we spend a large percentage of time asleep, there is a lot you may not understand about the importance of sleep and how lack of sleep takes its toll on you. Listen as I speak with neurologist Dr. Guy Leschziner, who is head of The Sleep Disorders Centre in London, one of the largest sleep services in Europe and he is author of the book, The Nocturnal Brain: Nightmares, Neuroscience and the Secret World of Sleep (https://amzn.to/2lSckr0). If you have ever struggled to get to sleep or stay asleep or just want to understand the mysteries of sleep a little better, you will enjoy this discussion.

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    SYSK Choice: Overcoming Negative Self-Talk & The Science of Skin Jun 11, 2022

    With today’s gas prices, you want to make every gallon count. So perhaps you’ve wondered if you should stop your engine at a railroad crossing or if you are in the drive-thru line at a takeout place for just a minute. Listen to the beginning of this episode and I’ll give you the answer. https://slate.com/technology/2008/05/is-it-more-efficient-to-leave-your-car-idling.html

    Sometimes your own thoughts can ruin your day. Thoughts can become toxic and distort your perception of the world and interfere with relationships. Listen as I discuss how to prevent that and how to take control of your self-talk with Andrea Bonior, PhD. Andrea is a journalist, who writes the popular “Baggage Check” advice column for the Washington Post. She serves on the faculty of Georgetown University and she is author of the book, Detox Your Thoughts: Quit Negative Self-Talk for Good and Discover the Life You’ve Always Wanted (https://amzn.to/2AXyPlQ).

    There are a lot of theories and opinions on the best way to care for your skin. But what really works to keep your skin healthy and looking good? Joining me to explain the science and latest research on that is Monty Lyman, M.D. He is a research fellow at the University of Oxford and author of the book The Remarkable Life of the Skin (https://amzn.to/3dnvcD0).

    If you share a bed with someone, how far apart do you sleep? Listen as I discuss why the distance apart as well as the direction you face while in bed may say a lot about your relationship. https://time.com/64966/what-your-sleeping-position-says-about-your-relationship/

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    How to Effectively Avoid Distractions & A Understanding Positive Psychology Jun 09, 2022

    About one in ten people claim to be allergic to penicillin. Interestingly, while they may think they are – many of them are not. How can this be? This episode begins with an explanation of how this can be. https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/do-you-really-have-a-penicillin-allergy-2019022616017

    Distractions are everywhere. People are always complaining about the distractions in their lives. So how do you not give in to temptation and stay focused on what’s important? Joining me to offer some really good advice on this is Nir Eyal. He is a writer and investor who has taught at the Stanford Graduate School of Business and his is author of the book Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life (https://amzn.to/2O5mEaT). If you want to keep distractions from eating up your time, listen to this segment.

    Have you heard of positive psychology? The premise is that rather than focus on what’s wrong in your life and try to fix it, it is best to start by identifying what’s right and build on that. Tal Ben Shahar is one of the leading experts and proponents of positive psychology. He is a writer and lecturer and author of the book Choose the Life You Want (https://amzn.to/34KXuUX). He also offers a course to become a certified happiness trainer. You can learn more here: https://www.happinessstudies.academy/

    Thin families actually eat differently when they sit down for a meal. Listen to discover how their eating habits help them stay thin and how you can do it too. http://www.eatthis.com/meal-habits-of-thin-families

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    Understanding Evil & How the Bicycle Transformed the World Jun 06, 2022

    I’ve always thought it was odd that it is called “plastic” surgery. What’s even stranger is that the term goes back over 200 years – long before what we know as plastic was really a thing. This episode begins with an explanation that all makes sense once you hear it. Source: Lindsey Fitzharris author of The Face Maker (https://amzn.to/3x3IP69).

    When you hear the word evil, you know what it means – but what is evil really? Is it a sinister force? Is it an unexplainable phenomenon? What makes a person do evil things? Maybe evil isn’t something but the result of something else. Listen to this fascinating conversation with Simon Baron Cohen, a professor of developmental psychopathology at the University of Cambridge and author of four books including The Science of Evil: On Empathy and the Origins of Cruelty (https://amzn.to/3tf4ffC)

    It’s hard to find someone who doesn’t know how to ride a bicycle. It is the most popular means of transportation on planet earth. So how did that happen? After all, the modern bike hasn’t been around all that long yet there are twice as many bicycles as cars. The history of the bicycle and its impact on the world is more interesting than you might imagine. Listen as I discuss this with Jody Rosen, a writer for The New York Times magazine and author of the book Two Wheels Good: The History and Mystery of the Bicycle (https://amzn.to/3NuAoaU).

    If you live or visit a place in the summer that has fireflies, you know how fascinating they are to watch. But it seems there is a problem with the worldwide firefly population. Listen as I explain what is happening to these de-LIGHT-ful bugs. http://www.firefly.org/how-you-can-help.html

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    SYSK Choice: The Art of Breathing & An Easy Way to Smarter Decisions Jun 04, 2022

    No one likes getting those annoying robocalls. This episode begins with a simple way to stop robocalls for free – and it really works. In fact it is so effective, it won a contest held by the Federal Trade Commission looking for the best way to stop robocalls. Source: Interview with Aaron Foss founder of www.Nomorobo.com

    Everyone breathes. However, we don’t all breathe correctly. It turns out that when you DO breathe the right way, amazing things can happen according to journalist James Nestor, author of the book, Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art (https://amzn.to/36MehbD). While you might think you you breathe just fine, listening to this segment will change your mind. And you will breathe better.

    Although you have to make decisions all day long, do you feel like you are a good decision maker? Can you train yourself to make more good decisions? Listen to my guest Ralph Keeney. Ralph has been studying decision making for a long time. He is Professor Emeritus at the Fuqua School of Business at Duke University and Professor Emeritus of Industrial and Systems Engineering at the University of Southern California He is also author of the book Give Yourself a Nudge: Helping Smart People Make Smarter Personal and Business Decisions (https://amzn.to/2XOwrWi). Listen and become a better decision maker for those important decisions in your life.

    You likely have a box with old VHS video tapes that you said you were going to have transferred one day. Listen as I explain how time is running out. In fact the time may have come and gone. https://nostalgicmedia.com/blogs/media-conversion/how-long-do-vhs-tapes-last

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    How the Rich Get Rich & Subtle Things that Dramatically Influence Your Behavior Jun 02, 2022

    Everyone snoops and eavesdrops. . It’s part of being human. This episode begins with a discussion on eavesdropping and snooping and why it is so hard to resist and what purpose it serves. ( Source: John L. Locke author of Eavesdropping (https://amzn.to/2O7an63)

    Financial advice often begins with the admonition that you need to stop spending so much - no more credit cards, save more - spend less, you know the drill. Maybe that is the is the wrong way to look at it. Maybe you should spend even more on the things that matter and mercilessly cut back on the things that don’t. That is the premise behind my guest Ramit Sethi’s advice that he says will make you rich without feeling deprived along the way so you can still have you morning latte without guilt. Ramit Sethi is author of the very popular book I Will Teach You To Be Rich (https://amzn.to/2A7GqKG) .

    There are so many things that influence your thoughts and actions that you are totally unaware of. For example, If your neighbor first buys the car you are thinking of buying, you are less likely to buy it. If you are negotiating with someone, you are more likely to be successful if you mirror their posture and behavior. And there are so many more things that completely escape your radar. Listen as my guest, Dr. Jonah Berger explains. Jonah is a professor at the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania and author of the book Invisible Influence: The Hidden Forces that Shape Behavior (https://amzn.to/2V9oZDa).

    Some things just taste better frozen. Snickers bars and Reese’s peanut butter cups are obvious examples but listen to hear other common foods you really need to try frozen - because they are even more delicious and you probably never knew. http://www.prevention.com/food/12-foods-that-taste-even-better-frozen

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    New Science of Character and Personality & Why Everyone Seems to Be Arguing May 30, 2022

    Did you know Memorial Day wasn’t declared a national Holiday until 1971? And it wasn’t always called Memorial Day either. Those are just a few of the interesting facts this episode starts with as we look at this uniquely American holiday and day of remembrance. https://www.foxnews.com/lifestyle/memorial-day-2022-facts-american-holiday

    A few years ago, we had Brian Little on as a guest. Brian is one of the leading researchers on the science of personality which I find particularly fascinating. I mean, think about your personality. Why are you the way you are and why are you different than me and everyone else? Now there is some new research about personality and Brian is back to discuss it. Brian is the author of the book, Me, Myself and Us: The Science of Personality and the Art of Well-Being. (https://amzn.to/3LN32mi).

    It seems that everyone is arguing a lot more. People argue about politics and social issues and just about any other topic you can argue about. Is that a good thing? Do arguments accomplish anything? Here to discuss why arguments are important is Lee Siegel. Lee is the author of seven books as well as a writer and cultural critic who has written for Harper's, The New Republic, The Nation, The Atlantic Monthly, The New Yorker, The New York Times. His latest book is Why Arguments Matter. (https://amzn.to/3ao7Zox).

    Do you know what to do if you or someone close to you gets stung by a bee? It’s important to know because some people can have serious, even life-threatening reactions to bee stings. Listen as I explain what the American Academy of Dermatology says you should and should not do. https://www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/injured-skin/bites/treat-bee-sting

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    SYSK Choice: Eat Like an Animal to Lose Weight & Skills for a Healthy Relationship May 28, 2022

    When you get a fever, what should you do? Some people say you should take medicine to knock it down – some say to leave it alone and let it run its course. Who’s right? This episode begins with an expert answer to that question. http://www.menshealth.com/health/clean-up-your-health-routine

    When you’re hungry - you’re hungry. Right? Not exactly. While you may think hunger is one thing, there is evidence to show that we have several different kinds of hungers – 5 actually. Stephen Simpson has studied this and joins me to explain how understanding your different hungers will help you eat less and control your weight. Stephen is Academic Director of the Charles Perkins Centre and Professor in the School of Life and Environmental Sciences at the University of Sydney in Australia and author of the book Eat Like the Animals (https://amzn.to/36Z66sJ).

    When was the last time you really cleaned your car’s steering wheel or dashboard or gear shift? After you hear this, you will probably want to attend to that right away. https://www.motorbiscuit.com/last-time-cleaned-car-steering-wheel/

    While romantic relationships start out with high hopes, many don’t stand the test of time. So, what can you do to make sure you find the right person and then keep your relationship happy? Here with some excellent answers is Joanne DaVila. She has been studying and speaking about romantic relationships as a professor at Stony Brook University. She is author of the book The Thinking Girl’s Guide to the Right Guy (https://amzn.to/2Y4ZdSt) and she has a great TED Talk on the skills for healthy romantic relationships. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gh5VhaicC6g)

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    How Stress Distorts Your Thinking & What You Never Knew About the Clothes You Wear May 26, 2022

    It seems that no matter how much water you drink, someone is always telling you to drink more. They may be right. It does seem that staying hydrated is good for you. This episode begins with an explanation of the benefits of drinking more water - both physical and mental. https://www.eatingwell.com/article/17435/why-drink-water-how-water-and-health-are-connected/

    Everyone seems more stressed out than ever before. People sometimes even brag about how stressful their lives are. Yet stress can cause a lot of problems such as anxiety, worry, fear and distorted thinking. And the problem seems to be getting worse. Clinical psychologist Arthur Ciaramicoli is one of the leading experts on stress and he is author of the book The Stress Solution (https://amzn.to/3yQgt22) . He joins me to explain stress to you in a way you may have never heard before. He also has some great strategies to help cope with stress and minimize its effects on you.

    The clothing industry is huge. After all, everyone wears clothes. As with any industry, there are problems and concerns in the world of fashion. For instance, millions of garments are thrown away each year having never been worn by anyone. Also, polyester is in a lot of clothing and polyester doesn’t break down - it basically lasts forever. And that is just the beginning. Dana Thomas is a writer who has served as cultural and fashion correspondent for Newsweek, contributor to the New York Times Style section and she is the author of a book called Fashionopolis: The Price of Fast Fashion and the Future of Clothes (https://amzn.to/2PXFgMr). Listen as she takes a look behind the scenes of the clothing industry and explains why we should all be concerned.

    The most important part of any email is the subject line. If it isn’t intriguing or powerful or catchy, people won’t open up and read the rest of what you have to say. And if they don’t read it, you like won’t get a response. Listen as I tell you which subject lines are golden and which ones to never use. https://www.yesware.com/blog/best-email-subject-lines/

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    How Modern Surgery Changed Everything & How to Ask the Right Questions May 23, 2022

    For some reason, dogs seem to love to hang their head out the car window when it’s moving. Why do they do that? And is it a good idea to let them do that? This episode begins with an explanation of what dogs get out of the experience and what you should do as the dog’s owner. https://www.metlifepetinsurance.com/blog/pet-behavior/should-my-dog-hang-their-head-out-of-a-car-window/

    Imagine where we would be without modern surgery. Many of us wouldn’t be here, actually. The history of surgery is remarkably short and extremely impressive So many amazing advances in a very short amount of time. And it all started once 4 big problems were solved. Ira Rutkow, MD is a general surgeon an historian of American medicine. He joins me to tell the story of modern surgery - and it hasn’t all been smooth sailing. Ira is also author of the book, Empire of the Scalpel: The History of Surgery (https://amzn.to/3Lz8lWo). Once you hear it, you’ll be glad you didn’t live 150 years ago and need an operation.

    Are you curious? Do you ask a lot of questions? Surprisingly, most adults really don’t ask very many questions during the day and the ones we do ask tend to be mundane things like “How are you?” or “What kind of work do you do?” Yet, by asking the right kinds of questions you can learn and understand so much and connect with other people in a way you might not otherwise do. So what kinds of questions should you ask? Here to explain is Chad Littlefield, is co-founder and Chief Experience Officer of We and Me, Inc., an organization whose mission is to create conversations that matter. He is also coauthor of the book Ask Powerful Questions (https://amzn.to/380YdI8).

    If you are one of those people who likes a good nap once in a while, I have something interesting for you. There is a certain way to take a nap that research says will leave you more rested and satisfied. Listen as I explain. https://www.livescience.com/14680-hammock-rocking-improves-sleep.html

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    SYSK Choice: The Best Advice is Not to Give Any & Overcoming Cognitive Dissonance May 21, 2022

    People say they are attracted to people who make them laugh and have a good sense of humor. But it is a bit more complicated than that. It is true that humor can bring people together, but it can also pull them apart. This episode begins with an explanation about humor and couples. https://www.theknot.com/content/couples-who-share-sense-of-humor-study

    When someone asks you for advice, you likely give it. After all, they asked. However, you may be better off by keeping quiet and withholding your advice, at least for a little while. That’s the suggestion of Michael Bungay Stanier. Michael has been named #1 Thought Leader in Coaching and he is considered one of the top coaches in the world. He is also author of a book called The Advice Trap: Be Humble, Stay Curious & Change the Way You Lead Forever (https://amzn.to/36WEUdY). Michael joins me to explain why you might want to be a little more stingy with your advice.

    We all tend to justify our mistakes and poor decisions to ourselves. When we do something wrong or that we regret, it doesn’t line up with our beliefs about how we are good and honest people. So we make excuses or we decide there were extenuating circumstances because we know we are not bad people – we are good people who made a mistake. This process is called cognitive dissidence. Everyone does it and it can get you into trouble according to social psychologist Carol Tavris author of the book Mistakes Were Made (but Not by Me): Why We Justify Foolish Beliefs, Bad Decisions, and Hurtful Acts (https://amzn.to/2ADP2Mw). Listen as Carol joins me to discuss this fascinating topic.

    How do you cut your lawn – side to side? Front to back? Listen and I’ll tell you what the experts say which is the best way to mow. https://www.familyhandyman.com/landscaping/lawn-care/the-most-efficient-way-to-mow-the-grass/

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    What Distractions Do To Your Brain & What You Never Knew About Your Pharmacy May 19, 2022


    Do you know the difference between ice cream, gelato, soft-serve, frozen yogurt and sorbet? This episode begins by explaining what they all are and how they are different from each other. https://www.thrillist.com/eat/nation/differences-between-ice-cream-gelato-frozen-yogurt-sherbet

    Pay attention! Stay focused. Do one thing at a time. We have all been told these things yet now more than ever, distractions are everywhere. So how exactly do you keep your attention focused? Is it really necessary? If so, what are the benefits? Here to explain why this is so important is journalist and bestselling Johann Hari who has traveled the world to discover the latest research on attention and focus. Johann is author of the book Stolen Focus: Why You Can’t Pay Attention - And How to Think Deeply Again (https://amzn.to/3Mfsp12).

    Do all the different over-the-counter pain relievers work about the same or is there a real difference? Why do OTC cough medicines work so poorly? What should you ask your doctor before you agree to take a new medicine? These are just a few of the questions tackled by my guest Joe Graedon. Joe is a pharmacologist who has spent his career making drug information understandable and accessible to consumers. He is author of the book The People's Pharmacy (https://amzn.to/3sDlg2G) and his website is:https://www.peoplespharmacy.com/

    I’m pretty sure you have a 4-digit PIN you use for your banking or to unlock your phone or for other accounts you may have. But it’s only 4 digits, so how hard can it be for hackers to hack? Listen as I explain, and I’ll tell you which PIN numbers to never use. https://pitiptechblog.com/2011/06/27/top-10-smart-phone-pins-to-avoid/

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    Bonus Episode: Saving the World One Meal At a Time May 18, 2022

    Two of the biggest problems facing the world today are hunger and food waste. So, what if you created a business that tackled both problems in a way that one helped solve the other?

    That’s exactly what Jasmine Crowe did. Listen to this wonderful story about a woman who went from cooking meals in her kitchen to help hungry people in Atlanta to founding Goodr. (https://goodr.co).

    Today Jasmine is not only helping feed hungry people all over the country but is tackling the problem of food waste in meaningful way.

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    How Peer Pressure Really Works & Is Shyness Normal? May 16, 2022

    Don’t you hate it when a doctor makes you wait well past your appointment time? Why do they do that? Should you complain? What’s a reasonable amount of time to wait before you say something? This episode begins with some interesting insight into the problem and what you should do to make sure the doctor understands your time is valuable. https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/practices/ppatients-switched-doctors-long-wait-times-vitals#

    How effective is peer pressure? Are we really influenced by the people around us - and if so, how much? Do we exert peer pressure on other without realizing it? Is there a way to use peer pressure to get people to change their behavior? Joining me to discuss all this is Robert Frank, a professor of Management and Economics at Cornell University’s Johnson Graduate School of Management and author of the book Under the Influence: Putting Peer Pressure to Work (https://amzn.to/3L4HPno).

    Only 2% of people claim they never feel shy. The rest of us have all been in situations where we have felt shy to some degree. Why does that happen? Why are some people more shy than others? How can you overcome that feeling in situations that really matter? Here to help is Lynn Henderson. She has worked with shy people to help them break free from those shy feelings that hold them back from fully participating in life. Lynne is the founder of the Social Fitness Center and the founder and co-director of the Shyness Institute. She is also author of The Shyness Workbook (https://amzn.to/3sA1Njp).

    Have you ever just “clicked” with someone? It happens not only in romance but in friendship and in business. People sometimes just click. What happens to cause that? Who are you most likely to click with? Listen as I explain some interesting facts that can help you -click! Source: Ori Brafman author of Click (https://amzn.to/3FF1nO0).

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    SYSK Choice: Simple Steps to Being Happier & How Fungi Powers Life May 14, 2022

    Does a full moon really bring out craziness in people? Does it cause more car accidents and hospital admissions? This episode begins with a look at whether or not the moon really affects human behavior – or at least why so many people believe it does. http://newsroom.ucla.edu/releases/stop-blaming-the-moon-says-ucla-scientist

    Being happy is a big goal for almost everyone. And finding it is often a struggle. Joining me with some insight and science regarding how we can all be happier is Tim Bono, a lecturer at Washington University in St. Louis where he teaches courses on the Science of Happiness and author of the book Happiness 101: Simple Secrets to Smart Living & Well-Being (https://amzn.to/3cPVgY3).

    Every child is told a million times to “stop fidgeting!” However, in some cases fidgeting may be the perfect thing to do. Listen as I discuss how fidgeting can help learn better and improve cognitive performance, despite what your grandmother told you. http://www.inc.com/thompson-wall/how-fidgeting-at-work-can-promote-creative-thinking.html

    You might not think that mushrooms would make a good topic for this podcast. However it turns out that mushrooms and all fungi are absolutely fascinating. If we didn’t have fungus – life would be very different. Biologist Merlin Sheldrake has studied the world of fungus and you are about to discover things about the mushrooms you eat and all other fungi that will amaze you. Merlin is the author of the book Entangled Life: How Fungi Make Our Worlds, Change Our Minds & Shape Our Futures (https://amzn.to/2Xfdb3F)

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    Bonus Episode: A Charged Up Success Story May 13, 2022

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    How to Learn Anything Better and Faster & The Mosquito: Humans' Worst Enemy May 12, 2022

    If you wear a certain fragrance, people will perceive you as 12 pounds thinner. That’s just one of many fascinating things I discuss about your sense of smell in the first segment of this episode. https://www.apa.org/monitor/2011/02/scents

    We are all learning all the time. But have you ever thought about HOW you learn? Maybe you can learn better if you did it differently. One person who has thoroughly researched the topic of learning is Scott Young, author of the book UltraLearning: Master Hard Skills, Outsmart the Competition, and Accelerate Your Career (https://amzn.to/2yCu4cF). Scott joins me to discuss the best and worst ways to learn anything and how you can learn better.

    What earthly creature is the deadliest to humans? It’s the mosquito! The mosquito has killed more people than any other creature. It is not that the mosquito itself is so deadly, it is what it carries with it. Tim Winegard, a professor of history and political science at Colorado Mesa University and author of the book The Mosquito: A Human History of Our Deadliest Predator (https://amzn.to/31pWnHV) joins me to offer a fascinating exploration of how the mosquito has changed the course of history in ways you never knew.

    We’ve all faked a smile. People have even said that faking a smile will actually make you feel happier when you are down. Or could it be that faking a smile when you can actually make you feel worse? Listen and find out what the research says. http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2011-02/msu-sfa022211.php

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    Science Behind Love and Friendship & How to Get Better At Saying No May 09, 2022

    Every now and then you see someone being interviewed on television who has reached 100 years old - or older and claims to have smoked cigarettes and drank whiskey their whole life. Yet other people do all the right things and die young. This episode begins with and examination and explanation of this odd phenomenon and tells you what your odds are of living to 100 on the cigarette and whiskey diet. Source: Dr. Robert Butler author of The Longevity Prescription (https://amzn.to/392khSV)

    I’m sure you’ve heard these sayings:

    • Love conquers all
    • No man is an island
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    • You can’t judge a book by its cover

    All these sayings have to do with our relationship (or lack of) with other people. But are they true? Well, Eric Barker has taken a look at the research on love and friendship and he joins me with some startling findings. Eric is author of the book Plays Well with Others: The Surprising Science Behind Why Everything You Know About Relationships is (Mostly) Wrong (https://amzn.to/3vQdZi9)

    It can be really hard to say no. Yet, how many times have you said yes to someone and later regretted it? Wouldn’t it be great if you could say no more often and not feel so guilty about it? Here to tell you how is bestselling author Michael Tougias, author of the book No Will Set You Free. (https://amzn.to/3sm5HfF)

    Bananas are interesting. First of all they don’t come from a tree even though you probably think they do. And technically a bunch of bananas is not called a bunch. There are some other interesting facts about bananas that I explain in this episode that you can use to impress your friends. https://www.britannica.com/plant/banana-plant

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    SYSK Choice: How to Successfully Negotiate Anything & The Unknown Benefits of Walking May 07, 2022

    What you smell can have a really interesting effect on you. Smells can make you happy, improve concentration and even boost your energy. This episode begins with an explanation of which scents do what to you. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/04/26/scents-and-wellbeing_n_5193609.html

    The thought of negotiation can turn some people off. IF you are one of those people, then you will love this. Alexandra Carter is an expert at negotiation and her approach is easy to understand and simple to execute. Alexandra is a Clinical Professor of Law and Director of the Mediation Clinic at Columbia Law School and author of the book Ask for More: 10 Questions to Negotiate Anything (https://amzn.to/2T6WaY8)

    If your computer has a camera, you have to be careful because hackers could be watching you. Listen as I explain how to protect yourself from someone hijacking your camera and watching you when you are unaware. http://us.norton.com/yoursecurityresource/detail.jsp?aid=webcam_hacking

    Walking may seem simple and unexciting but there is actually a whole science to it. Research shows that walking has a profound effect on your personal well-being and the well-being of the society we live in. How so, you may be wondering. Listen to my guest Shane O’Mara, a professor of experimental brain research at Trinity College in Dublin and author of the book In Praise of Walking: A New Scientific Exploration (https://amzn.to/2TuNs6z)

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    Weird Factors That Distort Your Thinking & How Animals Perceive the World May 05, 2022


    Holding on to a grudge can feel righteous. After all, you’ve been wronged. You are entitled to hold that grudge. However, there are a lot more reasons - and better ones - to let that grudge go. This episode begins with an explanation and a great quote to remember about grudges. Source: Judith Kuriansky author of The Complete Idiot’s Guide to a Healthy Relationship (https://amzn.to/3KQEetb)

    So many things can alter your thinking in ways you don’t realize. For example, the human brain has trouble making sense of fractions. We are also less open minded to ideas that conflict with what we already believe even if the evidence is obvious. And there are other ways your thinking gets distorted. Joining me to discuss this is James Zimring, Professor of Experimental Pathology at the University of Virginia School of Medicine and author of the book Partial Truths: How Fractions Distort our Thinking (https://amzn.to/3LxUj85).

    The world animals live in is very different than ours. Mainly, that’s because the way they sense their surroundings is so much different. Some animals see what we can’t, others hear what we can’t while others taste what we can’t. And the more we know about this, the better we can understand our own senses. Listen as my guest Jackie Higgins explains. Jackie is a writer, producer and director of films about animals and she is author of a book called Sentient: How Animals Illuminate the Wonder of Our Human Senses (https://amzn.to/3OUqY9S).

    If you struggle with your weight, your allergy medicine may be partially to blame. Some common antihistamines have been linked to weight gain in some people. Listen as I explain what the research says. https://www.verywellhealth.com/do-antihistamines-cause-weight-gain-83094

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    Using Data to Get What You Want & What You Didn’t Know About Weather and Nature May 02, 2022

    Shoes can be dangerous - especially if they have big heels. This episode begins by looking at the long history of trouble caused by high heels and other interesting facts about women’s shoes. https://reut.rs/3rXNqoR & https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/05/150521120924.htm

    Think about all the choices you have made based solely on your gut. Most likely that list includes things like; what career path to take, who to marry, how best to be happy and other life-changing choices. Yet, for all those choices there is data that can help. Joining me to explain is economist, and former Google data scientist, Seth Stephens-Davidowitz, author of the book Don't Trust Your Gut: Using Data to Get What You Really Want in Life (https://amzn.to/3kiHySZ).

    Do you know the definition of a rain shower? Do you know what causes dew and frost? How can clouds forecast the next day’s weather? These are some of the questions explored by Tristan Gooley author of The Secret World of Weather (https://amzn.to/3MFQBcv). After you hear him, you will look at weather and nature in a different way.

    Some people can’t stop working. They work on weekends, holidays and even while on vacation. While that may sound virtuous, there is a real downside. Listen as I explain what you really should be doing during your time off from work and the dangers of working too much. https://academic.oup.com/aje/article/169/5/596/143020

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    SYSK Choice: The Key to Mega-Successful Products & Public Speaking Made Easy Apr 30, 2022

    Spring is when birds build nests and lay eggs all over the place. And you have probably heard that if a baby bird falls out of the nest you shouldn’t put it back because the mother will abandon the baby. Is that true? Listen to hear the surprising answer. http://www.straightdope.com/columns/read/2287/if-you-handle-baby-birds-will-their-parents-shun-them

    Who hasn’t thought how great it would be to be a successful entrepreneur? However, it takes a certain kind of person to handle the ups and downs of the entrepreneurial life and make it a success. CEO marketing coach Christopher Lochhead set out to discover what makes a great entrepreneur. Chris is author of the book Play Bigger: How Pirates, Dreamers, and Innovators Create and Dominate Markets (https://amzn.to/3bQYzxJ). He joins me to discuss how successful business owners position their ideas and products to dominate the competition.

    Public speaking scares just about everyone. Yet it is often required at school or in a meeting or even giving a formal speech. Since all of us will be called on to speak, why not arm yourself with some skills that will make you less nervous and perform better? Here with some great advice is Matt Abrahams . He is a lecturer at Stanford University’s Graduate School of Business – he is the host of the podcast Think Fast, Talk Smart (https://www.gsb.stanford.edu/business-podcasts/think-fast-talk-smart-podcast) and author of the book Speaking Up Without Freaking Out (https://amzn.to/3eZyKO1).

    How many times have you heard that staring at a computer screen for too long is bad for your eyes? So, what does that mean – “bad for our eyes”? Listen as I explain what research has shown about computer use and your eyesight. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/are-computer-screens-really-ruiningour-eyes_us_58b08e8de4b0a8a9b782192a

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    How to Learn From People You Disagree With & Ways to Turn Down Your Anxiety Apr 28, 2022

    How many times have you heard that - “We live in a fast-paced world?” Yet, in many ways we set that pace for ourselves. We like to do things quickly. So, this episode begins with a look at things that would go a lot better for all of us if we just slowed down a little. Source, Debbie Mandel, author of “Addicted to Stress” https://amzn.to/3v9JpzD

    Politics has gotten downright nasty. It seems people on opposite sides of a political issue can’t have a civil discussion about their differences anymore. Why is that? More importantly, how do we fix this so we can discuss our differences without accusing the other person of being stupid, uninformed or crazy for holding the beliefs they do? Here to help is Monica Guzman a journalist who is on a crusade to depolarize the conversation and get people talking in way that helps us understand why people have the opinions they do and how to express our own opinions without offending those who disagree. Monica is author of the book I Never Thought of It That Way: How to Have Fearlessly Curious Conversations in Dangerously Divided Times (https://amzn.to/3LcQK7i)

    It would appear that anxiety is rampant. People just seem a lot more anxious than they used to. Of course not all anxiety is bad. We need to worry about some things. Yet many of the things we worry about happening are never as horrible as we anticipate. So how do we control our anxiety, so it doesn’t control us? That’s what Ellen Vora is here to discuss. Ellen is a psychiatrist and author of the book The Anatomy of Anxiety (https://amzn.to/3863pKp)

    If you want to sharpen your memory it may be as simple as going outside. Listen as I explain how nature can improve memory. https://www.spring.org.uk/2009/01/memory-improved-20-by-nature-walk.php

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    The Science of Creativity & What You Never Knew About the Periodic Table of Elements Apr 25, 2022


    How many hours of sleep do you need? Some people claim they can do just fine with 4 or 5 hours. Can they really? This episode begins with a look at what happens when people don’t get a full 8 hours of sleep. https://lifehacker.com/how-many-hours-of-sleep-do-you-really-need-5802650

    While most people would agree that creativity is a wonderful human attribute, the fact is creativity isn’t always good. It is sometimes evil and destructive - in fact it often is. Still, humans are born to create. Joining me for a fascinating discussion on this topic is Matt Richtel, a New York Times Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter and author of the book Inspired: Understanding Creativity: A Journey Through Art, Science, and the Soul (https://amzn.to/3OdHUrA). You’ll discover what makes someone creative and the personal and societal benefits of creativity -and how it can also be a destructive force.

    Remember in your high school chemistry class, there was that big Periodic Table of Elements hanging up somewhere? You probably haven’t thought much about that chart since then but you should. It turns out to be really fascinating. For one thing there are probably more elements on it now than there were then. So where did they come from? Why are the elements in the order they are in? Joining me to tell the story of that chart and why it is important to you today is chemist Kathryn Harkup author of The Secret Lives of the Elements (https://amzn.to/3MhCpX7)

    Less is more. You have certainly heard that expression before. And it is that idea that led Jerry Seinfeld to turn down millions of dollars to do another season of his TV sitcom. Well, that and the Beatles also played in to his decision. Oh, so did guitarist Mark Knopfler. Just listen and it will all make sense. http://legacy.gibson.com/news-lifestyle/news/en-us/seinfeld-0509-2011.aspx

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    SYSK Choice: People Behind the Great Firsts in History & Job Search Strategies That Work Apr 23, 2022

    Have you heard of dooring? It is a bicyclist’s nightmare. Dooring is when someone in a car along the side of the road opens the door just as you ride by on your bicycle and – WHAM! It happens a lot more people than you might think – and it probably ALMOST happens even more. There is an interesting way to prevent it that comes from the Netherlands. Listen and find out what it is. https://www.rd.com/article/open-car-door-right-hand/

    Have you ever wondered the name of the person who discovered fire or invented the wheel? You might think it was too long ago to know but Cody Cassidy has done the research and was actually able to trace it all back to discover who did a lot of things - first, like who invented clothes and who drank the first beer. Cody is the author of the book Who Ate the First Oyster?: The Extraordinary People Behind the Greatest Firsts in History (https://amzn.to/2WMDa2f). Listen as he joins me to reveal some of these fascinating firsts.

    When you need a job, it may be tempting to respond to online job posts but that turns out to not be a particularly good way to go about it. What works better? Listen as I speak with Steve Dalton, founder and CEO of www.Contact2Colleague.com and author of the book The 2 Hour Job Search (https://amzn.to/2SXYBMC). He has developed a system to speed up a job search and get a great job that is well suited to you.

    If you want to know how sincere someone is, check out their hands. Listen as I explain what you should look for. http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/malleable-mind/201205/emotion-is-reversed-in-left-handers-brains

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    Why Perfectionists Aren’t So Perfect & How Advertisers Target You Apr 21, 2022

    As the weather gets warmer, people wear flip flops. While they may be easy and convenient, there are some problems with flip flops. This episode begins with some advice if flip flops are part of your warm weather wardrobe. https://abc7.com/archive/6266861/

    Being a perfectionist may seem like a good thing. After all, if you are going to do something, why not do it right? Still, striving for perfection may not be wise in a world where “good enough” is just fine in many cases. Joining me to discuss why perfectionists are the way they are is clinical psychologist Dr. Elizabeth Lombardo author of the book, Better Than Perfect: 7 Strategies to Crush Your Inner Critic and Create a Life You Love (https://amzn.to/32tNfDb). Hearing what she has to say could take a lot of pressure off of you.

    Every day, there is a lot of advertising coming at you. That’s not necessarily bad, but a lot of that advertising doesn’t register with you at all. Joining me to discuss how advertising works is marketing expert Neale Martin author of the book Habit: The 95% of Behavior Marketers Ignore (https://amzn.to/2LGFc02). You’ll be surprised to discover how many ads you are exposed to every day and why some work - but most don’t.

    Many people mistake a food allergy for a food intolerance. There is a difference. Listen as I explain what the difference is and why it is important to know. http://allergicgirl.blogspot.com/2010/12/food-allergy-guidelines-dr-clifford.html

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    What to Do When You Feel Stuck & How Alternative Health Practices Can Actually Work Apr 18, 2022

    Who you hang out with can affect your health. This episode begins with some interesting research from Gallup about the impact your friends can have on you - both positive and negative. Source: Tom Rath author of Well Being (https://amzn.to/3EekZb7)

    We all feel stuck at some point in life. Maybe you are stuck in a job or a relationship - or you just feel stuck in general. So how do you get unstuck? Well, there are some good ways and some bad ways. Here to explain what works and what doesn’t and how anyone can get unstuck from just about anything is therapist Britt Frank, author of the book, The Science of Stuck: Breaking Through Inertia to Find Your Path Forward (https://amzn.to/3Efv33v).

    Certain alternative therapies have been labeled “woo-woo.” Generally, that has come to mean they are things that are a bit mystical and no one really knows if they work for sure. This includes things like visualization, massage, aroma therapy, nature, kindness and so on. While the promises made regarding what these things can do may sometimes be overstated, there does seem to be something beneficial. Joining me to discuss that is Dr David Hamilton, a writer and speaker and author of several books including Why Woo Woo Works (https://amzn.to/3JLtBXI).

    People who eat fast, tend to eat more. And that can be a bad thing. Listen as I explain one simple technique to help fast eaters slow down, eat less and maybe weigh a little less as a result. https://arstechnica.com/science/2010/12/imagine-eating-an-mm-taking/

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    SYSK Choice: How to Avoid Eating Plastic & Overcoming Cognitive Bias Apr 16, 2022

    Every year a lot of pedestrians crossing the street get hit by cars and trucks. If you are often a pedestrian walking the streets, there is one technique that will drastically reduce your risk of getting hit. This episode begins with that simple technique that could save your life. http://www.wsj.com/articles/the-key-to-crossing-the-street-safely-eye-contact-1427734205

    I hate to tell you this but you are eating a lot of plastic. You may think you aren’t - but you are. Consumer Reports has taken a look at all the plastic on the planet and how it is creeping into your system, Listen as I talk with Kevin Loria, the author of this very important article in Consumer Reports. You will hear his advice how to avoid consuming so much plastic. Here is a link to the article if you would like to read it. (https://www.consumerreports.org/cro/magazine/2020/06/index.htm)

    Have you heard of cognitive biases? We all have them. It is when we judge people based on how they look or how they speak – positive or negative. For example, people who speak with foreign accents are often not considered as trustworthy as people who do not have an accent. Good looking people are often perceived to be smarter – just because they are attractive. Gleb Tsipursky is a cognitive neuroscientist and behavioral economist and he is author of the book The Blindspots Between Us: How to Overcome Unconscious Cognitive Bias and Build Better Relationships. (https://amzn.to/2SH5m5r). Listen as he explains the problem with cognitive bias and what we can all do to be more aware of how we are judging people and how to stop.

    Ginger ale is a very popular beverage on airplane flights - even for people who seldom drink it at home. Why? I will explain the reason and tell you if it is something you should try the next time you take a flight somewhere. http://www.rd.com/advice/travel/crave-ginger-ale-on-planes/

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    Take a Tour of the Human Body & Amazing Stories Your Doctor is Afraid to Tell You Apr 14, 2022

    If Easter is a Christian celebration of the resurrection of Christ, how did the Easter Bunny become part of it? This episode begins by explaining where rabbits fit into Easter and where the Easter basket came from. Source: The History of Easter https://www.phancypages.com/newsletter/ZNewsletter2599.htm

    How the human body works is a marvel. Joining me to explain and take us on a tour of parts of the human body is Dr. Jonathan Resiman, a doctor of internal medicine and pediatrics and he is author of the book The Unseen Body: A Doctor’s Journey Through the Hidden Wonders of Human Anatomy (https://amzn.to/37vUz8u). Listen as he explains about body parts and bodily fluids - and why urine is his favorite bodily fluid.

    Typically, doctors stick to science when it comes to dealing with their patients. Sometimes though, they encounter things that science can’t explain - such as medical miracles or things that happen that are just too weird to be coincidences. Dr. Scott Kolbaba is one of those doctors who has had some strange experiences, so he decided to talk with other doctors to see if they did as well. And they sure did! Scott is author of a book called Physicians Untold Stories: Miraculous Experiences Doctors are Hesitant to Share with their Patients or Anyone (https://amzn.to/3v7Ci9O). He joins me to share some of these remarkable stories with you.

    It is natural to worry - just not all the time. Especially since so much of what we worry about never actually happens. Listen as I reveal how one expert puts worry in the proper perspective. Source: Dr. Martin Rossman author of The Worry Solution (https://amzn.to/3xmjZAs)

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    How to Be The Most Influential Person in the Room & What You Never Knew About Grief Apr 11, 2022

    Your freezer has an ice maker and your ice maker - believe it or not - has a heater. This episode begins with an explanation of why your ice maker has a heater in the first place and how it is costing you more money than you might imagine.https://lifehacker.com/save-some-energy-and-money-by-turning-off-your-ice-ma-5792410

    Do you ever wish people would listen to you and take your ideas more seriously? Well, if you want to have more influence over the people in your life, you need to listen to Zoe Chance. She is writer teacher and researcher who teaches the most popular course at the Yale School of Management called “Mastering Influence and Persuasion “and she is author of the book Influence is Your Superpower: The Science of Winning Hearts, Sparking Change, and Making Good Things Happen (https://amzn.to/3jhWIas). What she has to say will make you much more influential.

    Every person goes through grief when a friend or family member dies. While people may not like to talk about grief, the topic is actually quite interesting, and we can all learn some important things from grief and the grieving process. Listen as I am joined by Mary Frances O’Connor is an associate professor of psychology at the University of Arizona, where she directs the Grief, Loss and Social Stress (GLASS) Lab, and author of the book The Grieving Brain: The Surprising Science of How We Learn from Love and Loss (https://amzn.to/3NV3wc9). She has some wonderful insight into a topic many of us would like to ignore - but shouldn’t.

    What the difference between a good restaurant and a great one? I found this article I saved (I think from the New York Times) and I’ll tell you the things a great restaurant and the staff do to make it great - and what they will never do, that also makes it great.

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    SYSK Choice: How to Get More by Doing Less & Fascinating Real-World Math Fails Apr 09, 2022

    Why do some headaches seem to happen out of the blue? This episode begins with a list of reasons people seldom consider for what could be causing their headache - many of which you would likely never guess. https://www.webmd.com/migraines-headaches/common-headaches-17/mild-moderate/slideshow-headache-triggers

    Many of us work long hours. It is often a badge of honor. But could working less actually make us more productive and happier? That’s what Celeste Headlee believes. She is a journalist and author of the book, Do Nothing: How to Break Away from Overworking, Overdoing, and Underliving (https://amzn.to/3cKMOJ8). Listen as she reveals the benefits of spending less time working - including more profit for business and better health for workers. Plus she offers some examples of famous, productive people who worked a pretty short day.

    Why is it people often look back fondly on the past, yet fear and worry about the future? There is a reason for this - it is called “hindsight bias.” Listen as I explain what it is and why we so often long for the good old days. (Source: Dan Gardner, author of the book Risk (https://amzn.to/2S6MpIW)

    Would you believe it if I said that 90% of all spread sheets in the world likely contain at least 1 error? That is just one of many ways math screws things up in our world according to Matt Parker. Matt is a math teacher, YouTuber and author of the book Humble Pi: When Math Goes Wrong in the Real World (https://amzn.to/2S8kdFF). Matt joins me to discuss some fascinating truths about math, why it is so important in our lives today and how it often goes wrong. Here is a link to his channel on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uDn3y3MGcBc

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    How Changing Your Expectations Can Change Your Life & The Story of Pizza Apr 07, 2022

    Ever had something go “down the wrong pipe” while you were eating and you started choking? Why does that happen? Is it dangerous? This episode begins with an explanation. https://bottomlineinc.com/health/diseases-conditions/down-the-wrong-hatch

    What you expect to happen in your life has a great deal to do with how things turn out. Whether it is your health, happiness, body weight, even how long you live, your expectations determine the outcome to a large degree. That’s according to award winning science writer David Robson who has explored the science of expectations and is author of the book The Expectation Effect (https://amzn.to/3KfXZKR). Listen as he explains how having positive expectations can make your life so much better.

    When and where was the first pizza made? Why can’t anyone make a decent frozen pizza? What ever happened to Godfather’s Pizza - Round Table? These are just a few of the questions I explore with food writer Mark Masker author of the book Totally Pizza: The Wild Story of the World’s Most Famous Food. (https://amzn.to/3712smr).

    Probably since the invention of the classroom, students have been reprimanded for doodling. The assumption is that if you are doodling, you are not paying attention. Listen as I explain how that is completely inaccurate https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/02/090226210039.htm#

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    Surprising New Science to Help Anyone Be Thin & How to Make Good Ideas Great Apr 04, 2022

    You have likely heard the advice that you should wash brand new clothes before you wear them the first time. Is that true - and if so why? This episode begins by explaining that. https://www.consumerreports.org/cro/news/2010/11/wash-and-then-wear-unwashed-clothes-may-have-formaldehyde/index.htm

    The real science of diet and weight loss has come a long way. We now know that it isn’t just about calories in - calories out. Dr. Richard Johnson is on the forefront of research in the area of obesity and diabetes. He is he is a medical doctor, a professor of medicine at the University of Colorado and author of the book, Why Nature Wants Us to Be Fat - The Surprising Science Behind Why We Gain Weight and How We Can Prevent - and Reverse It. (https://amzn.to/3tXHbCF). When you hear what he has to say, it will likely change the way you view your diet, how you eat and when you eat.

    We usually smile when we are happy. But did you know smiling can cause you to be happy and, more importantly, healthy! Listen as I explain why. https://www.verywellmind.com/top-reasons-to-smile-every-day-2223755

    You have probably heard that one thing that makes for a great idea is to make it “scalable.” What does that mean? How do you scale an idea? And if an idea isn’t scalable, can it still be great? John List is an economist (formerly with Lyft) who explains how ideas scale - or don’t. He also explains how great ideas sometimes have to pivot to be successful. John is author of the book The Voltage Effect: How to Make Good Ideas Great and Great Ideas Scale (https://amzn.to/3K3cCkT). He joins me to share some great examples of ideas that could and could not scale and how he used the concept at Lyft.

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    SYSK Choice: The Power of Personal Validation & Train Your Mind to Optimize Performance Apr 02, 2022

    You only get one chance to make a good first impression. This episode begins with some proven techniques that will instantly make you look better and smarter to the people you meet. http://www.menshealth.com/best-life/12-ways-to-look-smarter

    While we all know it is important to be a good listener – but beyond listening is “validation.” When you validate the person you are talking with, great things start to happen, according to Michael Sorenson author of the book I Hear You: The Surprisingly Simple Skill Behind Extraordinary Relationships (https://amzn.to/2Kao7JL). He joins me to discuss the importance of validation and why it is so powerful.

    Washing your hands frequently is always good advice for staying healthy. What you may not know is that washing your hands may also help you wash away bad luck and bad experiences. Listen as I explain this strange phenomenon.https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/07/110721095844.htm

    Mental toughness is not something reserved for elite athletes or elite soldiers. You, I and anyone else can develop mental toughness according Jason Selk, former director of mental training for the 2011 World Series Champions, the St. Louis Cardinals and author of the book Organize Tomorrow Today (https://amzn.to/3eo5m3B). Jason explains a simple strategy that can help you perform at your very best no matter what.

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    How to Create More Willpower When You Need It & Skin Care Myths That Could Be Harmful Mar 31, 2022

    Putting Covid aside, it turns out people are not getting sick and dying like they used to or in the numbers they used to. In fact, the number of cases of some very common diseases has decreased dramatically over the last few decades. Listen to discover why - sort of. http://www.popsci.com/many-diseases-are-declining-and-doctors-arent-sure-why

    Do you ever wish you had more willpower? It does seem that some people have a lot more of it than others. Psychologist Kelly McGonigal says you probably have more of it than you think and you can create even more. Kelly is a lecturer at Stanford University and author of the book The Willpower Instinct: How Self-Control Works, Why It Matters, and What You Can Do to Get More (https://amzn.to/2JqGQ35). She joins me to explain how willpower works and how you can create more.

    You probably know that your skin is the largest organ of the body. And you likely spend time everyday taking care of it. Yet there are quite a few myths about the skin and how to best treat it. Here to help bust some of those myths and offer some excellent advice is dermatologist Dr. David Leffell. He is an internationally recognized authority in skin health, founder and chief of the Dermatologic Surgery Program at Yale Medicine. His book is titled Total Skin: The Definitive Guide to Whole Skin Care for Life (https://amzn.to/30zZvjX).

    Need more space to store things in your house? There are some simple ways to open up a lot of room for the things that really matter. Listen to discover some amazingly easy yet clever strategies for getting rid of things you will never miss and open up tons of space. http://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/organizing/declutter-garage

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    The Science of Slowing Down Aging & Things You Believe That Are Just Not True Mar 28, 2022

    What makes a food a comfort food? Do those foods really comfort you? This episode begins by discussing why we crave our favorite comfort foods and what, if anything, does eating those foods do for us. https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2015/04/why-comfort-food-comforts/389613/

    Can you really slow down the aging process and add years to your life? There is a lot of hype about products that supposedly help you turn back the clock that don’t have much evidence to support the claims. However, there is also a lot of serious research into increasing lifespan by slowing the effects of getting older. One of the people on front lines of this is Dr. David Sinclair who is a leading longevity expert, professor at Harvard University and author of the book Lifespan: Why we Age and Why We Don't Have To (https://amzn.to/3KXpzN8). Listen as he explains proven ways that he says can easily add 14 years to your life - or more.

    Is a day really 24 hours long? Do we really have just 5 senses? Is it lack of gravity that allows astronauts on the International Space Station to float around? These are examples of things many people believe to be true that really aren’t - or may just have a grain or two of truth according to my guest Philip Bouchard. He is a software engineer, educator and author of the book The Stickler’s Guide to Science in the Age of Misinformation: The Real Science Behind Hacky Headlines, Crappy Clickbait, and Suspect Sources (https://amzn.to/3tH5swJ).

    Why does your stomach growl? People often think it is because you are hungry and your stomach is empty. Listen as I explain what is really going on and why it isn’t actually your stomach that is doing the growling. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/319901

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    SYSK Choice: How to Overcome Self-Deception & The Fascinating Science of Weather Mar 26, 2022

    Something I used to struggle with on my iPhone was going back and moving the cursor around in a text message or email. But I struggle no more! There is actually an easy way to do this. This episode begins with me explaining how and it is so very simple. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uMevwmsbrTk

    If you are really honest, you will see that you sometimes lie and deceive yourself about yourself. Everyone else does it too. Clinical psychologist Dr. Cortney Warren is an expert on self-deception and she joins me to offers some valuable insight on how we deceive ourselves, why we do it and the harm it causes. Then, she also gives some strategies to help you to stop doing it that I am sure you will find helpful. Cortney did a TED Talk on the topic which you can see here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YpEeSa6zBTE. Her website is https://choosehonesty.com/

    You may think that while you sleep, your whole body is at rest. But actually, there is a lot going on. Of course, your body is resting but it is doing a lot of other fascinating things at the same time. Listen and find out all the things that happen to you while you sleep. http://www.womansday.com/health-fitness/conditions-diseases/what-happens-during-sleep#slide-9

    Think about how much the weather dictates what you do in life. The fact is the weather influences where you go, when you go, what you wear and so much more. There are a lot of interesting things about weather that you likely don’t know – but you are about to. Listen as I talk about the weather with meteorologist Simon King, a very popular weather presenter for the BBC in England and he is author of the book What Does Rain Smell Like (https://amzn.to/2xjnD0M)


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    Is AI Making You Lazy and Dumb? & The Secret Science of Stickiness Mar 24, 2022

    You probably have all sorts of batteries in your home. This episode begins with some interesting intel about batteries including how to use them, what NOT to do with them and how to store them properly. https://www.kickassfacts.com/battery-facts/

    AI - or artificial intelligence is creeping into our lives more and more. In many ways AI is better at doing things than humans can but there is a downside. In fact several downsides to AI according to Jacob Ward, NBC News Technology Correspondent, and author of the book The Loop: How Technology is Creating a World Without Choice and How to Fight Back (https://amzn.to/3JBMmh2). Listen as Jacob explains how artificial intelligence is used in medicine, retail, government and other areas and how it provides benefits and also creates problems.

    Are you familiar with the term “tribology”? I wasn’t until I spoke with physicist Laurie Winkless author the book Sticky: The Secret Science of Surfaces (https://amzn.to/3JwTg7i). Tribology is the science of surfaces and how they interact with other surfaces and why some surfaces stick together and some don’t and why some things feel good to the touch and others not. Laurie joins me to explain this fascinating yet little known part of physics and how it impacts your life.

    Getting something is good but not LOSING something is even better - at least for most people. This is an important principle often used in advertising and marketing and something you can use in your attempts to persuade people. Listen as I explain. Source: Noah Goldstein author of The Little Book of Yes (https://amzn.to/3ipi4SW).

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    Have More Impact on the People Around You & Chef Secrets to Make Food Tastier Mar 21, 2022

    Have you ever been tempted to buy a product (usually electronics) labeled, “refurbished”? The price is typically discounted and often the warranty is excellent - but is it a good deal or are you buying someone else’s headache? This episode begins by looking at what the term refurbished actually means and whether or not it is worth buying that product or leaving alone and going for the brand new one. http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/laptops/refurbished-electronics-buying-guide

    With just about everyone you talk to, you are either trying to persuade or influence them in some way. Whether it’s your boss, your kids, your co-workers or your friends, exerting influence is how you get them to understand you and go along with your ideas. If you would like to up your influence game, listen to my conversation with Shelle Rose Chavret. She is an expert on influence and persuasion and she is author of the book Words That Change Minds (https://amzn.to/2ITFGOt)

    Do you know how to make the perfect scrambled egg? Or the perfect grilled cheese sandwich? How can you make home cooked pasta taste as good as it does in a restaurant? These are just a few of the kitchen secrets revealed by my guest Daniel Holzman. Daniel is a chef, food writer and co-author of the book Food IQ https://amzn.to/3JwtdNv. Whether you are an experienced cook or you just dabble a bit in the kitchen, you will find Daniel's advice practical and useful.

    Many of us cling to our old vinyl LPs. Yet, the fact is many of them are dirty and scratchy and would sound terrible if you actually played them on that old turntable you stored away somewhere. However, there is method you can use to clean up and restore those old records that is going to sound weird but actually seems to work extremely well. https://lifehacker.com/use-wood-glue-to-clean-and-restore-old-lps-5495614

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    SYSK Choice: How to Think Like a Rocket Scientist & How Coffee Became Our Favorite Drink Mar 19, 2022

    Everyone knows not to go grocery shopping when you are hungry because you will likely buy junk you don’t need. Actually, it turns out you shouldn’t do ANY kind of shopping when you are hungry. This episode begins with the reason why. http://www.womansday.com/life/work-money/default/a49921/dont-buy-anything-on-an-empty-stomach/

    When someone says to you “Hey, it’s not rocket science, ” it implies that rocket science is really hard and rock scientists are brilliant. And they probably are. So, wouldn’t it be great to think like one? Former rocket scientist Ozan Varol joins me to explain how. Ozan is now a retired rocket scientist who is now a law professor and author of the book, Think Like A Rocket Scientist (https://amzn.to/2VxeHh1).

    Every day, a large portion of the world’s population drinks coffee. Is it because coffee is so great or is that we are all just addicted to the caffeine? So how did coffee become so popular? Augustine Sedgewick has investigated the history of our love affair with coffee and he joins me to share this remarkable story. Augustine is a teacher at City University in New York , got his PhD from Harvard – and he is author of the book Coffeeland: One Man’s Dark Empire and the Making of Our Favorite Drug (https://amzn.to/3b642jW).

    We all know that eating fruits and vegetables is good for you. But can it also make you better looking? Listen as I discuss how eating produce can improve your attractiveness. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3296758/

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    Our Desire to Fit In and the Problems That Creates & How Language Lets Us Down Mar 17, 2022

    If you spend much time in meetings, you have probably noticed that often, it is just a few people who tend to dominate and take up most of the time. In fact, the larger the number of people in a meeting, the fewer of them actually speak up and participate. This episode begins with an explanation as to why so many people don’t speak up and how to get more people to participate in important meetings. Source: Kevin Coyne author of Brainsteering (https://amzn.to/36pCqc1).

    It is human nature to conform to the group. We want to get along with our tribe - that’s what people do. However, the result of conforming even when we disagree can spell trouble according to Dr. Todd Rose, Professor at the Harvard Graduate School of Education and author of the book Collective Illusions: Conformity, Complicity, and the Science of Why We Make Bad Decisions (https://amzn.to/3CZz6AF). Today, just because a few people speak up loudly on social media, doesn’t mean they represent the majority opinion. In fact, often they do not. Yet we are wired to believe that the loudest voices represent what most people believe. And that is where the trouble begins. This fascinating conversation will get you thinking…

    There are thousands of languages spoken around the world. Have you ever wondered what they have in common? Or how they differ - or why the differ? Do languages really do an adequate job in communicating what we want to say? Joining me to explore this and to help you understand how language has helped humans thrive is N.J. Enfield, a professor of Linguistics at the University of Sydney and author of the book, Language vs. Reality: Why Language Is Good for Lawyers and Bad for Scientists (https://amzn.to/3way7vK).

    When you write a cover letter in hopes of getting a job, you’ve probably wondered if anyone actually reads it. Well, there is a little trick that can help increase the chances of that letter being ready by as much as 75%! Listen as I explain this simple strategy. Source: Skip Freeman, author of Headhunter Hiring Secrets (https://amzn.to/3JjsJdM).


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    Wondery Presents: We Crashed Mar 15, 2022

    The founders of WeWork thought they were on the brink of making history. The company was valued at $47 billion dollars, ready for a huge IPO, and its charismatic CEO Adam Neumann believed he was going to change the world. Adam and his wife Rebekah had a prophet-like vision—but did it ever match the company's reality?

    Now the inspiration for a new AppleTV+ series starring Jared Leto and Anne Hathaway, WeCrashed: The Director’s Cut is a complete refresh of our original six-part series. Hosted by David Brown of the hit podcast Business Wars, this six-part series includes new interviews and new discoveries about the rise and fall of WeWork.

    It’s a story of hope and hubris, big money and bigger screwups, and the lengths people will go to chase “unicorns

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    The Reasons Humans Act So Strangely & Why the Health of Your Mouth Really Matters Mar 14, 2022

    Can simply drinking water make you smarter? Apparently so, at least for a little while. While no one is exactly sure why, I begin this episode by explaining how we know it is true and some of the theories for what causes it to happen. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/minding-the-body/201205/can-sipping-water-make-you-smarter

    We humans engage in some strange behaviors. We constantly compare ourselves to others. We tend to exaggerate our stories and the strangest things can make us happy. Why do we do these and other seemingly odd behaviors? Here to explain is William Von Hippel, a professor of psychology at the University of Queensland in Australia and author of the book, The Social Leap: The New Evolutionary Science of Who We Are, Where We Come from, and What Makes Us Happy (https://amzn.to/3pVYaCZ ).

    You probably take care to brush your teeth everyday and maybe floss once in a while - but is that enough? Not according to dentist Dr. Kami Hoss, who sits on the Board of Counselors at the UCLA School of Dentistry and is the CEO of The Super Dentists (https://www.thesuperdentists.com) and he is author of the book If Your Mouth Could Talk (https://amzn.to/3MGtU8V) . Listen as Dr. Hoss explains how the way you care for your mouth can have a significant impact on your physical and mental health.

    The 7-year itch is the theory that at around the 7 year mark, a romantic relationship can start to falter. Is it a real thing? Sort of. But it usually doesn’t take 7 years. I begin this episode with some interesting insight into that. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/seven-year-itch-now-down-to-three-years-why/

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    SYSK Choice: The Anatomy of Love & How Successful People Achieve Their Goals Mar 12, 2022

    I know I have heard people claim that bad weather causes aches and pains in their body. Is that real? Can the weather affect your joints or bones in a way that causes it to hurt? Listen as I explore the science regarding the connection to weather and pain. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-4105520/Don-t-blame-weather-pain-scientists-discover-no-linktwo.html

    At least for humans, falling in love seems to be a lot easier than staying in love. Why is that? Social anthropologist Helen Fisher author of the book Anatomy of Love: A Natural History of Mating, Marriage, and Why We Stray (http://amzn.to/2EvFAvd) joins me to discuss the inner workings of love between 2 people; what often goes wrong and how to keep the romance alive.

    When you create a goal for yourself, there is a tendency to focus on how hard or it is going to be to achieve. Yet, there is some really interesting research that indicates that’s about the worst thing you can do. If you change the way you look at the goal, it becomes easier to achieve. One of the people conducting the research is Emily Balcetis a social psychologist and associate professor of psychology at New York University. She is author of the book Clearer, Closer, Better: How Successful People See the World (https://amzn.to/2RBvUF7) and she joins me to offer you advice on achieving your goals with less struggle.

    Have you ever watched a sleeping dog twitch and move it’s feet like it is running? So, is it just that the dog is dreaming or is there more to it than that? And should you be concerned if your dog does it? Listen and I’ll reveal what exactly is going on. https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/612590/why-dogs-twitch-in-their-sleep

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    How To Make Smarter Decisions & Why Some Vices Are Actually Good Mar 10, 2022

    Every airport has runways - and all of those runways have numbers. The numbers are always between 1 and 36. This episode begins with an explanation on how airport runways get their numbers and what purpose those numbers serve. You will also discover why sometimes the runway numbers have to change. https://www.wired.com/2014/05/the-hidden-beauty-of-airport-runways-and-how-to-decipher-them/

    Whenever you make a decision, you hope you make the right one. What you may not know is that there are some decision-making models that can help you make better decisions more consistently. Gabriel Weinberg, founder of DuckDuckGo has looked at these mental models which he discusses in his book called Super Thinking: The Big Book of Mental Models (https://amzn.to/2F5c3re). Listen as he joins me to explain how these models work and how you can use them to be a much better decision maker.

    Not all vices are bad for you. In fact a lot of what people consider sinful, may not be so bad at all -at least in moderation. That’s according to journalist Erik Ofgang. Erik and his father Dr. Henry Ofgang have examined the latest research and found some vices may actually be beneficial. Their findings are in a book called The Good Vices: From Beer to Sex, the Surprising Truth About What’s Actually Good for You (https://amzn.to/2MH6sgR). Listen as Erik explains what they found.

    Now that people are starting to travel again, there is something important you need to remember to do before you go on your next out-of-town trip. If you don’t, you may have trouble using your credit cards. And what a hassle that can be! Listen to discover what you need to do before you leave home. https://www.popsugar.com/smart-living/photo-gallery/35113991/image/45008935/Call-your-bank


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    How to Be More Charismatic & How Modern Genetics is Changing Everything Mar 07, 2022

    A person’s first name can have a profound effect on their life. Listen as I describe how people get preconceived ideas about you based on your name - some good, some not so good. And how your name can help to shape who you are for the rest of your life. https://www.theifod.com/how-does-your-name-shape-who-you-are/

    When someone with charisma walks into a room, you can see it right away. We are attracted to charismatic people. But what makes someone charismatic? Listen as my guest Vanessa Van Edwards, breaks down the elements of charisma and explains how all of us can exude more of that special quality that people find so attractive. Vanessa is founder and lead investigator at Science of People (https://www.scienceofpeople.com), she is a renowned speaker and author of the book Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication (https://amzn.to/3vFoLZ0).

    What science has discovered about genetics and DNA in the last few decades is nothing short of astonishing. Consider that it wasn't all that long ago that we started using fingerprints as a crime solving tool. Today DNA evidence is helping to solve decades-old cold case crimes with incredible precision. Plus, we now know so much about our genes and how they relate to health that it is revolutionizing medicine. Joining me to explain all of this is Dr. Joshua Rappoport. Joshua is a cellular biology expert who teaches at Boston College and is author of the book Mapping Humanity: How Modern Genetics is Changing Criminal Justice, Personal Medicine and Our Identities (https://amzn.to/35RY6wT).

    Could there really be legitimate health benefits to shopping? Listen as I describe one study that equates shopping with working out. Plus, there are emotional benefits as well - depending on what you buy. https://business.time.com/2013/04/16/is-retail-therapy-for-real-5-ways-shopping-is-actually-good-for-you/

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