Courses on charisma are on the rise. There is a lot of pseudoscience out there about the "science of influence and charisma" so today we are going to break down the REAL studies, and how to actually understand the research out there. Charisma, leadership, influence and being authentic are all buzz words right now, but only a few real science and psychology studies can help you out - and we are here to explain them to you!

STUDYTIME: How to be more charismatic

WDWLTW:

• the science of sleepy girl cocktails
• why the fur trade may create the next pandemic

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Today we continue answering your questions and deciding if officially we are going to enter a throuple.

After this episode it is back to our regular weekly schedule of using science to get to the bottom of controversial subjects!

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Thursday, May 23rd, 2024 at 6:30 pm come meet us at the High Park Nature Centre in Toronto Ontario for a two hour bird walk. Make sure to add us on IG @AsapSCIENCE for updates based on weather etc.

I will be there, Mitch will be there and Ali will be there - LEZZZ GO!!!!

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Today we are talking about consciousness because well its your and my life! If you're listening right now you have consciousness. We are going to be talking about the science behind it, what's going on in your brain, and this new interesting theory of how it actually works. Also do animals have it?

What did we learn this week? 7:21

Why your eyes get red and itchy when your sleep deprived 7:45

Diet related green-house gas emissions from the US have fallen 35% 12:11

Studytime:17:58

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Today we are talking about Horniness! Getting Horny. What is happening in your brain? Why do some people get hornier than other people? And how does Horniness effect your decision making! (NSFW)

What did I learn this week? 3:19

Ibuprofen use and chronic pain 3:39

How the voice in your head can reduce stress 10:20

Studytime:15:41

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Today we are talking about the most common brain disease in the world migraines! We're going to explain what they, what triggers them, how you can cope with them and how we can understand up to date scientific concepts of the brain in order to live with this gosh dang thing!

What did we learn this week? 5:37

Should you sleep in the same bed as your partner? 7:04

The inside of cells 12:13

Studytime:18:34

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Today we are talking about Bird watching. We are going to explain why it makes you happier, how to do it, how to get started as a beginner and essentially how to change your life because truly this is a hobby I picked up two years ago and I've never been happier in my gosh dang life!!

What did we learn this week? 4:06

Emotions are the brains response to predicting what's going to happen 5:12

Let's play a game!! 15:02

Studytime: 19:45

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Today we are talking about LIP CHAP! Gunna make those lips nice and plump. The question is though... Does it even work? If it does, how does it work? or is there a potential that it's worse for you to use it in the first place? You might be better off keeping those lips nice and clean.

What did we learn this week? 8:18

Scientists have taken spiderwebs and turned them into music 10:19

People are working way more hours now that we work from home 15:20

Studytime: 19:48

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Today we are talking about GHB. If you don't know about this its a relatively new drug used in party circles. particularly popular in the gay community, but it is also the date rape drug. So TW about today. We are going to be talking about drug use but also relating it to sexual abuse and also why people are even choosing to do this drug in the first place.

What did we learn this week? 5:55

Sneezing 6:10

A magnetic turd that could help human digestion 11:33

Studytime: 16:00

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Today we are talking about bodybuilding with my literal body building coach aka my fitness coach. We're going to be learning about what bodybuilding is compared to power lifting, compared to Olympic lifting. We're going to be talking about tones of fitness advice and going over some really cool research on the exact amount of strength training you should be doing in a week to optimize yourself!

What did we learn this week? 5:18

The more you change your location in a day helps to improve your mental health 6:15

Elephants in Mozambique are becoming more and more tusk less 10:48

Studytime: 12:58

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Today we are talking about douching, this episode is NSFW. It will be fun and educational. We're going to be talking about vaginal douching and anal douching. whether they're good for you, safe for you, whether they impact STI's and our thoughts on them!

What did we learn this week? 2:21

Human impact on earth 3:12

Public Salaries 5:50

Studytime:12:30

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Today we are talking about time management, we're going to look at how different cultures perceive time management. Scientific tips to get better at it and where do our skills towards time come from.

What Did We Learn This Week? 7:52

The perception of time 7:58

Affection from dogs is ACTUALLY medicinal 11:30

Studytime: 13:33

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Today we are talking about toxic positivity, we'll be evaluating exactly what it is, how bad it is or isn't for you and when positivity can actually be a good thing.

What did we learn this week? 5:07

Do you think before you die your life flashes before your eyes 5:18

Covid-19 Vaccination stats 10:22

Studytime: 14:27

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Cults are fascinating but dangerous, so is it time to join a commune? Today we talk about the psychology of cults, and why communes may be a separate helpful way to live together and be better for the environment. The psychology of living lifestyles differently than the nuclear family creates a lot of tension, and the reasons are surprising. Today we break down the psychology, science and history of cults and communes to help you figure out if it is time to join one.

STUDYTIME: Cults - why are they so popular right now?

WDWLTW:

• the first high res image of a brain may change anything
• some anti-depressants don't work on night owls

REFERENCES:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Twin_Oaks_Community,_Virginia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intentional_community

https://www.forbes.com/sites/quora/2019/04/30/research-about-communes-and-utopian-societies-has-uncovered-these-important-lessons/?sh=5b5af90f283c

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Today we are talking about armpits. Why do they smell? is their a future where our armpit sweat is actually going to help us define disease and health? an does deodorant actually work people!!

What did we learn this week? 4:36

Gas stoves are actually really bad for the environment 4:43

Would you want to live in one of the happiest places on earth 7:17

Studytime: 13:36

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Today we're talking about the placebo effect. We're going to be going over what actually happens in the brain when you're experiencing the placebo, How you can actually use it in your life, take it to your advantage and whether or not micro dosing shrooms is just a placebo effect.

What did we learn this week? 4:02

The impact of money on school 4:15

The Pterosaur that lived alongside dinosaurs 8:13

Studytime: 13:55

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Today we are talking about chewing also known as mastication. We're going to talk about whether it actually increases your ability to feel full, is there a reason why we hater the sound of chewing? and is chewing gum good or bad for thine body?

What did we learn this week? 3:33

How your consciousness works with images 4:14

How to add 10 years to your life expectancy 6:40

Studytime: 21:42

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Today we are talking about Vaccine Misinformation and the mRNA Vaccines with Anna Blakney, an incredible bio medical engineer, who can explain to you exactly how these vaccines work, and also give us the right stuff we need to know in order to understand how to deal with vaccine hesitancy.

What did we learn this week: 1:54

There are two words that can change how much you enjoy a cookie 2:09

How Pileated Woodpeckers know where to find food 9:12

Studytime: 12:52

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Today we are talking about fecal transplants, taking poo from someone and putting it in someone else. We're going to talk about how this can help with depression, cancer, aging and also just like why poop from someone else could help your life in the future.

What did we learn this week? 5:45

How is TikTok impacting your brain 5:55

T-Cell mediated immune response to Covid19 9:07

Studytime: 13:10

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Today we're talking about fetishes. We'll be talking about where they come from, what's going on in your brain, the main theories behind why fetishes develop, as well as the most common fetishes in society maybe yours will be on the list.

What did we learn this week? 4:52

The best way to eat Broccoli for the best health benefits 5:51

Disordered Cosmos- What happened minutes after the "Big Bang" 14:40

Studytime:19:36

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Today we are talking about resolutions. We'll be talking about why the new year is intense and sucks a lot of the time, as well as whether or not resolutions work and what you can do from a phycological perspective to make them more effectively.

What did we learn this week? 5:28

Students mental health through Covid19 7:00

Turkey vultures 12:17

Studytime: 19:58

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Today we are talking about rapid antigen tests. What are they? On a molecular level how do they work? Are they less affective for Omicron? and essentially just everything you need to know about these things that are now a huge part of our gosh darn lives.

What did we learn this week? 4:41

Quitting smoking and weight gain 5:00

Little piggy makes you have sensitive feet 12:14

Studytime: 18:12

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Today we are talking about the James Webb Space Telesecope! Which personally I think is one of the most important space ventures of our lifetime. We're talking to Sarah Gallagher, who is a science advisor for the Canadian space agency but most importantly she's a professor of astronomy who will actually be able to explain to us something WAY above our pay grade.

What did we learn this week: 1:42

First ever major meta analysis on the impact of micro plastics in our diets 1:55

This telescope will be able to look 13.5 billions years in to the past 11:08

Studytime 15:42

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Today we are talking about brain fog. What it is, what you can do about it, how its related to covid19, as well as depersonalization. What happens to your body during derealization.

What did we learn this week? 2:52

How brain mapping works 4:03

If you picture anything in the room around you, you can imagine what it feels like in your mouth 8:33

Zoom fatigue 9:23

Studytime:15:39

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Saunas or thermotherapy, is a way of making your body SUPER hot in order to feel better and hopefully have a positive physiological response. The popularity of sauna bathing has increased in recent years, but is there a good reason for it? It may feel good, but the science of saunas may say something else about how they affect your body.

STUDYTIME: Are saunas actually good for you?

WDWLTW:

• bird watching recap

RESOURCES:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4042662/v

https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/14017431.2024.2302159

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5941775/

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0531556521002916

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5941775/#B47

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0531556521002916

https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/fullarticle/2130724

https://journals.physiology.org/doi/full/10.1152/ajpregu.00076.2022

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7908414/

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Today we are talking about protein powder. We're gunna talk about the science of what's inside them, the dangers of them, are they regulated? and also how to tell if you're being ripped off by the actual protein content. It's a controversial subject and we are here to make it make sense.

What did we learn this week: 4:09

How flexing can change your body 5:29

Nutmeg was so valuable it could buy you a full ship 10:21

Humans develop ass hole first: 14:00

Studytime: 14:58

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Today we are talking about Vegans. We're going to be having a chat about peoples perception on them and why some people maybe a lot of people don't like them. But we are also going to be taking about the health benefits. What happens to your body, what happens to aging and is there correlations to anxiety and depression when it comes to veganism.

What did we learn this week? 2:56

Updates in the pandemic 3:25

The reason Homo sapiens took out the Neanderthals is because of dogs 7:06

In America kids between 4 and 7 years old, 40% of them think that Hot dogs, Bacon and Hamburgers come from plants 11:12

Studytime: 16:47

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Today we are talking about Analingus or tossing thine salad. If there are any kids in the car or around its NOT for them. Its a sexual health episode. We are going to explain the science of why it feels so good. why some people might not like it, why it could potentially be dangerous and the history of where it all came from.

What Did We Learn This Week: 4:47

There is enough oxygen on the moon to keep billions of people alive for 100 thousand years 4:45

HEPA filters in hospital wards are reducing the transmission of SARS CoV2 10:15

Studytime: 14:11

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Today we are talking about alcoholism. We're going to explain why this outdated term may mean we all are one! We are also going to explain what alcohol does to your body and what happens when you quit alcohol Just essentially talk about something I think we all need to talk about in a culture that loves to drink!

What did we learn this week 6:02

How often do you think people are thinking of you? 6:22

What happens to people who rebuild cities etc after they've been devastated from climate change effects 11:36

Studytime 17:03

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Today we are talking about making a DANG Tv show! Stream 'Shut It Off ASAP' on YouTube. We're going to talk about all the things that we learned. Whether or not this experience is truly hell and give you some very interesting scientific insight in to how you make a science show.

What Did Learn This Week? 8:22

In the last 3000 years the human brain began to shrink 8:56

How the size of your car effects the climate crisis 12:22

Studytime: 19:21

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This week we are talking to a famed neuroscientist and expert from Harvard Dr. Baland Jalal. He's going to talk us through what sleep paralysis actually is. As well as what's actually going on in the body and brain and how we interact with dreams.

What Did We Learn This Week: 7:35

The first time fire ants came to America 8:01

How intermittent fasting affects life span in mice 11:30

Studytime: 15:15

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Today we are talking about MASSAGE THERAPY. Is it helpful? Can it help you with physical pain? Can it help you to recover quicker after working out? All these reasons we might be doing it. Lets look at the science because BAM there's some controversy!

https://link.chtbl.com/degrees?sid=podcast.SHOWNAME

What Did We Learn This Week 4:16

What Is The Citric Acid Cycle? 6:03

Dog DNA proves arctic people had trade networks all over the world 8:27

Studytime: 15:10

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This week we are talking about self control! Is it Genetic? How does it affect your day to day life? and is it related to gaming and technology. We will also talk our relationship with self control and how you can improve on it.

What Did We Learn This Week? 2:00

What is a poo transplant? 3:16

What years of your life are considered the best? 8:10

Studytime: 12:31

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This week we are talking about ECO ANXIETY! We'll discuss what exactly eco anxiety is, what we can do about it and if it can change the world! Is Eco anxiety a good or bad thing and how to use it to our advantage.

What Did We Learn This Week? 3:36

How vegans/vegetarians are perceived 4:10

Potatoes have more chromosomes than humans 10:09

The Chinese government is trying to shift to using more potatoes over using rice 10:50

Studytime: 14:20

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This week we will be discussing the ever dreaded MIDLIFE CRISIS. What science has to say about your brain in a midlife crisis, what your brain looks like in a midlife crisis and the fact that humans are not the only species to experience this!!

What Did We Learn This Week: 2:46

What is Viral Load: 4:20

Viagra prices dropping in Sweden has seen a decrease in Suicide rates 6:38

Studytime:13:49

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Bird watching / ornithology / birding - it has TAKEN THE WORLD BY STORM! More people than ever are doing this activity and for good reason. Today we explain how it will make you happier, how to get started, and the most insane stories we have from the trails. Alison Hendrick joins Greg to talk about all things bird watching. This episode is IMPORTANT - because with this knowledge your life WILL CHANGE. May is the month of bird watching - and this episode will get you started.

STUDYTIME: The science of birdwatching - why it is the best thing for your health.

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This week will discuss the importance of sleep and why having a good nights sleep is actually important and not just a myth. We will also be discussing school start times and why they should start later. What the benefits would be IF schools started later and the impact this would have on young people.

What Did We Learn This Week: 4:01

Bitcoin is actually causing so much waste 5:42

90 % of economical coal reserves must be left in the ground to reach international climate change goals 7:55

Studytime:14:26

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This week we are talking about something V personal... RED HEADS! I love being a red head but lets discuss what causes red hair and the genetic makeup of someone with red hair. Also Red Heads are basically superhero's because I swear we do not feel pain, like seriously. So I guess the real question becomes are we freaks of nature or just really frickin cool?!

What did we learn this week? 1:48

Cockatoos can open trash cans! 3:05

Bats are basically flying foxes 5:36

Do you choke under pressure? 6:20

Studytime: 13:12

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This week we are talking about SOLAR PANELS! We recently had Solar panels installed on our house, so we wanted to discuss how solar energy can have a huge impact on the climate crisis. We'll also chat about our experience so far living with solar energy and our thoughts on it.

What did we learn this week 3:10

Sitting Can Kill You 3:41

Ink Could be Used to Generate Electricity 7:44

Studytime:14:20

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This episode we will discuss porn and the effects it can have on your brain. As well as how to understand your relationship with porn. Is it healthy/unhealthy and does the accessibility of porn affect the younger generations.

What did we learn this Week 4:31

Some countries prefer male babies over female babies?!? 5:08

There are 4 types of cannabis plants according to science 8:06

Studytime: 13:25

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This episode we're talking about something we all seem to be addicted to... PHONES. We'll discuss the effects our phones have on us and our brains as well as our experience taking a cellphone 'vacation' while on vacation.

What did we learn this week 3:11

Scientists were able to study a 2400 year old gut 3:48

5% of the worlds powerplants produce 73% of electricity emissions 7:41

Studytime: 13:52

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We've been SO busy and learnt so much!! We decided to dedicate this episode to catching you up on everything that's been going on with us! We'll talk about filming, what life is like living on a farm and how we are feeling about Covid 19

What Did We Learn This Week?.

You Can EAT Cattails 1:21

When is the best time to forage?! 5:11

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Tea is SPILLED in this episode with our manager Kendra Hill all about the fear of failure. She analyses us deeply to the core in this episode and we share some super interesting science on what causes our fear of failure. Sit back, relax, and enjoy what is essentially a therapy session between Mitch and Kendra!

What Did We Learn This Week? 

2:35 The ONE Good Thing About COVID-19! 

6:28 98% of Human Experience Has Never Been Written Down?!

12:19 Studytime

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I know we all love thinking about AGEING, so today we are talking about BOTOX! We’ll be exploring what it actually is, how it effects your face (or wherever else you’re putting it!), as well as ageing, why that happens to your body, and some groundbreaking research around the subject!

What Did We Learn This Week? 

4:00 This Tiny Creature Can Exist Between Life and Death?! 

7:20 98% Of the Mass of Most Living Organisms Are Only Made of 6 Elements?!

11:40 Studytime

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Today’s episode is about DINOSAURS! We’re joined by dino expert Dustin Growick to talk about dinosaur penises, why some dinosaurs are so large and others so small, and of course, we have to talk about BIRDS! Are birds dinosaurs? Yes. Yes, they are. We are surrounded by dinosaurs. HOW COOL!

What Did We Learn This Week?

5:38 Why Certain Sounds TRIGGER You! 

10:38 We Consume a Full Credit Card a Year in Microplastic?!

Studytime: 18:48

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Greg has a flatulence PROBLEM, so we’ve decided to dedicate this episode to exploring why he can’t stop farting. We’ll talk about what causes farts, why some are smellier than others, and how to reduce your farts! Listen up, our farty friends! 

What Did We Learn This Week? 

2:54 What ARE Numbers?! 

8:42 Can Humans Use Echolocation?!

12:26 Studytime

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Can you tell if someone is gay from their voice? There is a lot of new research on the 'gay accent' or 'gay voice' - and why it might be that gay men and gay women speak differently than hetero people. The research is fascinating - so we decided to have our good friend Caleb Marshall (The Fitness Marshall) on to talk about all of our relationships to the gay voice.

STUDYTIME: Why Do Gay Men Talk Like That?

References:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7497419/

https://www.jstor.org/stable/455948

https://web.archive.org/web/20071101043238/http://www.newsandevents.utoronto.ca/bin2/020218c.asp

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gay_male_speech

https://www.rowdymagazine.com/post/why-do-gay-men-sound-like-~that~

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Today we are talking about the science of less or the science of subtraction with expert on the subject Leidy Klotz! He’s an amazing researcher, on the front page of Nature Magazine, and he’s going to teach us about how getting rid of things is a better way to solve our problems! What Did We Learn This Week?

:55 Laughing Gas Can Treat Depression?! 

5:27 Sugar and Fried Foods Can Lead to Gut Disease?!

10:57 Studytime

4:00 This Tiny Creature Can Exist Between Life and Death?! 

7:20 98% Of the Mass of Most Living Organisms Are Only Made of 6 Elements?! 

11:40 Studytime

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Whether it’s reading, birdwatching, painting, or stargazing, we all have a hobby. In this week’s episode, we discuss what happens in the brain when you’re doing a hobby, their impact on your mental health, and the difference between scientific and artistic creativity. 

What Did We Learn This Week?

2:35 Scientists Are Killing Off Female Mosquitos! 

9:28 Trees Can Fart?! 

Studytime: 14:00

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HAPPY PRIDE!! Today we are joined by Canada Drag Race star and winner PRIYANKA! And we’re talking about POPPERS, which are, for those who don’t know, a VHS cleaner that gay men sniff to loosen their buttholes. YUP! We’re going to talk about how they affect the body, the history of poppers, and, of course, we have to talk about drag race!! 

What did we learn this week?

1:52 The Brightest Colours in Nature are TOXIC?!

4:51 Testicles Have a LOT in Common with the Brain?!

Studytime: 9:53

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