Is the SNC-Lavalin Scandal Worth Caring About? | DEBATE Sidenote Podcast 2024-10-21 | Is the SNC-Lavalin Scandal Worth Caring About? | DEBATE
finding it will change your life Sidenote Podcast 2024-10-16 | Today we are talking about the science of the prostate - and is it in fact the male g-spot? There is a lot of fascinating research about the prostate gland, but honestly not THAT much about it's relation to sexual pleasure. Today we will break down all the science in order to help you understand your own body and others.For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comResources and Further Reading:nature.com/articles/s41443-020-00392-6onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/ca.23006ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8498956
even gay guys love them Sidenote Podcast 2024-10-09 | The science of breasts. Humans are the only primates that have breasts for LIFE - that sounds weird but you have to listen to music to understand why. Today we are explaining why boobs, tits or KNOCKERS exist, the science of why they are so big and why we love them so much.For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comSources and Further Reading:pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34254729en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Breast
cant believe you made us do this one Sidenote Podcast 2024-10-02 | Inbreeding is weirdly an important concept to understand in biology, so today we break down the history of incest and what happens when species inbreed. It is a fascinating question, with a lot of complicated genetics, moral and bioethical implications. ENJOY!!!!For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comFurther Reading and Sources:the-scientist.com/incest-isn-t-taboo-in-nature-study-68747nature.com/articles/s41559-021-01453-9link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10329-023-01069-6#ref-CR14link.springer.com/referenceworkentry/10.1007/978-3-030-85493-5_1977-1#ref-CR16nps.gov/isro/learn/nature/wolves.htm
More of your unhinged questions (Q&A pt 2) Sidenote Podcast 2024-09-25 | Leave us voice notes and questions at: asapscience.com/chatFor more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.com
Answering your craziest questions (Q&A pt 1) Sidenote Podcast 2024-09-18 | For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.com
Do orgasms affect your mind and mood? Sidenote Podcast 2024-07-17 | Today we are talking about "post nut clarity". A term used in a new drake lyric, was popularized on the Call Me Daddy podcast and is meant to explain why some people feel calm and clear headed after an orgasm. We look at the scientific research into the hormones involved in orgasm and why some people may feel good or actually even shameful after an orgasm.For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comResources and further reading:en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Post-nut_claritymenshealth.com/sex-women/a34838426/post-nut-clarity-definitionpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30040588pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31937518https://web.math.princeton.edu/~sswang/PET-male-ejaculation-2007.pdfen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Post-coital_tristessegq.com/story/is-post-nut-clarity-real#:~:text=One%20theory%2C%20both%20Milhouse%20and,of%20calmness%20or%20mental%20clarity.menshealth.com/sex-women/a43975744/post-nut-clarity-urologist-explains
Why rejection hurts and how to deal with it Sidenote Podcast 2024-06-20 | Rejection is extremely common - and the feelings we get surrounding it make total sense. Scientists and psychologists have been studying why it physically hurts, why we have such extreme reactions to rejection and what are some tips and tricks to cope. Mitch was recently rejected - so today's episode is for him and anyone who is dealing with or may in the future deal with being rejected.For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comReferences and Further Readingncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4734881https://sanlab.psych.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/31/2015/05/39-Decety-39.pdfjournals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/0956797610374741?casa_token=kNRlwTonRDkAAAAA%3AbzbCxtAnDDbz1LjrIzTsE_2PCjG9sA1cVrtREzfxNTg7vUJVTwWIYmyQnDGPSvWoqrzRiakmYPYmverywellmind.com/what-is-rejection-sensitivity-4682652ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6968853forbes.com/sites/traversmark/2022/04/19/a-psychology-professor-teaches-us-how-to-overcome-our-rejection-emotion/?sh=11267092345cncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4734881https://citeseerx.ist.psu.edu/document?repid=rep1&type=pdf&doi=e2691c89353ff81725350c097099c7d4799b3646apa.org/monitor/2012/04/rejection#:~:text=Social%20rejection%20increases%20anger%2C%20anxiety,in%20Psychological%20Science%2C%202011).forbes.com/sites/traversmark/2022/04/19/a-psychology-professor-teaches-us-how-to-overcome-our-rejection-emotion/?sh=11402d5b345c
Saunas: is sweating really that good for you? Sidenote Podcast 2024-06-12 | 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.For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comSources and Further Readingjamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/fullarticle/2130724journals.physiology.org/doi/full/10.1152/ajpregu.00076.2022ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7908414ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4042662/vtandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/14017431.2024.2302159ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5941775sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0531556521002916ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5941775/#B47sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0531556521002916
Cults vs. Communes: is it time to join one? Sidenote Podcast 2024-06-07 | 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.For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comSources and Further Reading:en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Twin_Oaks_Community,_Virginiaen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intentional_communityforbes.com/sites/quora/2019/04/30/research-about-communes-and-utopian-societies-has-uncovered-these-important-lessons/?sh=5b5af90f283cbmcpsychology.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s40359-021-00679-3psypost.org/2022/01/people-who-are-obsessed-with-celebrities-tend-to-score-lower-on-measures-of-cognitive-ability-62314
Can you tell somebody is gay from their face? Sidenote Podcast 2024-05-31 | Gay face is a real thing. The science is so fascinating as to why it might exist, and much of the research is meant to help understand the biological impacts of being queer. Today we talk about gay face, do we have it, what does it MEAN to have it and why do so many gay people look the same. The information will likely shock you!For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comSources and Further Reading:REFERENCES:theguardian.com/technology/2017/sep/07/new-artificial-intelligence-can-tell-whether-youre-gay-or-straight-from-a-photographpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20682754pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29389215pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25550146ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7497419/#CR18pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20682754gwern.net/doc/psychology/2021-gonzalezalvarez.pdfonlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/ijop.12811
Is sugar slowly killing you? Sidenote Podcast 2024-05-22 | Sugar is enemy #1 according to many online doctors - such as Dr. Mark Hyman. So what is going on here, why are we all of a sudden so worried about sweets, the things we enjoy so much. Today we explain the science of sugar, what it does to your body and if in fact it is slowly killing you!For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comReferences and further reading:ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8468293nature.com/articles/s41398-021-01309-7bmcmedicine.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12916-022-02712-7bmj.com/content/381/bmj-2022-071609-despite-some-trendy-diet-claims/2019/04/15/5ad3ef84-5b12-11e9-a00e-050dc7b82693_story.htmlpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30639206healthline.com/nutrition/is-fruit-good-or-bad-for-your-healthncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5084020/#:~:text=Fruit%20contains%20large%20amounts%20of,obesity%20rather%20than%20weight%20reduction.
Can you fix your bad posture? (and should you even try?) Sidenote Podcast 2024-05-15 | Posture is a hot topic online, tons of people are teaching you how to fix it and making money of explaining how to stand up straight. The science is more complicated than that, is there such thing as "good posture"? How do you know what is right for you and is there a way to fix your posture quickly?For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comReferences and Further Readingncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6166197/#:~:text=It%20is%20known%20that%20the,against%20injury%20or%20progressive%20deformity.pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19910263pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27174256pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33290371pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29306972/#:~:text=Conclusion%3A%20This%20study%20did%20not,growing%20prevalence%20of%20neck%20pain.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/JAHA.123.031156https://today.ucsd.edu/story/sedentary-behavior-increases-mortality-riskjospt.org/doi/full/10.2519/jospt.2019.0610physio-pedia.com/Posture#cite_note-6pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16540876bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12889-023-16617-4kineed.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Thorvaldur-Skuli-Palsson-paper.pdfwashingtonpost.com/wellness/2023/07/17/posture-devices-back-pain
Is intermittent fasting an unhealthy scam? Sidenote Podcast 2024-05-09 | Intermittent fasting has recently come under scrutiny - there is new research that may hint it can KILL YOU! What is going on? We break down the recent research on intermittent fasting, the biochemical mechanisms as to why people love this fad diet - but why you sure potentially not do it.For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comResources and further reading:nature.com/articles/s43587-022-00311-yjamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/fullarticle/2771095inverse.com/mind-body/new-intermittent-fasting-study-explainedhttps://www.sdu.dk/en/om_sdu/fakulteterne/naturvidenskab/nyheder-2024/ketosiscell.com/trends/endocrinology-metabolism/abstract/S1043-2760(23)00215-1?_returnURL=https%3A%2F%2Flinkinghub.elsevier.com%2Fretrieve%2Fpii%2FS1043276023002151%3Fshowall%3Dtrueen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intermittent_fastingncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10509423/#:~:text=Accumulated%20evidence%20suggests%20that%20intermittent,type%20II%20autophagic%20cell%20deathwashingtonpost.com/wellness/2024/03/18/intermittent-fasting-time-restricted-eating
Can you tell if someone is gay from their voice? ft. The Fitness Marshall Sidenote Podcast 2024-04-24 | 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.For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comReferences and Further Readingncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7497419jstor.org/stable/455948web.archive.org/web/20071101043238/http://www.newsandevents.utoronto.ca/bin2/020218c.aspen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gay_male_speechrowdymagazine.com/post/why-do-gay-men-sound-like-~that~
Can Lucid Dreaming Unlock Your Creative Potential? Sidenote Podcast 2024-04-17 | Lucid Dreaming is something we will all likely do in our lifetime, but there are science backed tips and tricks to make it happen consistently. Today we discuss what lucid dreaming is, how to do it more often and also the science of why we dream. It is a fascinating conversation and in the end you may be able to lucid dream about making out with Bad Bunny, LOLOLOLOLFor more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comSources and Further Reading:science.org/content/article/scientists-entered-peoples-dreams-and-got-them-talking?utm_campaign=NewsfromScience&utm_source=Social&utm_medium=Twittercell.com/current-biology/fulltext/S0960-9822(21)00059-2sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/10/171019100812.htmpsycnet.apa.org/doiLanding?doi=10.1037%2Fdrm0000059psypost.org/lucid-dreamers-transmit-musical-melodies-from-dreams-to-reality-in-real-time-in-groundbreaking-studypsycnet.apa.org/doiLanding?doi=10.1037%2Fdrm0000244
What People Think About Before Dying Sidenote Podcast 2024-04-10 | Death - it is something we will all experience. There are some patterns to what people think about, and also to the regrets they have before dying. Today we will talk about how we can change our lives to have LESS regrets, and how we can also understand what we will think about while dying. There is amazing information about near death experiences - and we will keep it LIGHT HEARTED AND EXISTENTIAL!For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comSources and Further Reading--pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29235421pnas.org/doi/full/10.1073/pnas.2216268120vice.com/en/article/dy3p3w/scientists-detect-brain-activity-in-dying-people-linked-to-dreams-hallucinations?utm_source=reddit.comscientificamerican.com/article/why-dying-people-often-experience-a-burst-of-lucidityhttps://www.academia.edu/26323649/Existential_concerns_among_patients_with_cancer_and_interventions_to_meet_them_an_integrative_literature_review
Polyamory and the rise of Throuples Sidenote Podcast 2024-03-21 | Throuples, quads, polyamory, polycules, it turns out that non-monogamous relationships are on the rise. It is common now for people to date more than one person, but this trend has existed for thousands of years. Today we are going to explain the psychology of polyamory, as well as some scientific studies and historical research about how these types of relationships continue to exist - and why they may actually be better than typical monogamous relationships.For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comSources and further reading:pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27215273frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2021.619640/fulleurekalert.org/news-releases/974590pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27096488pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30932711onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/jftr.12546#:~:text=Other%20studies%20found%20that%20people,et%20al.%2C%202021%3B%20Cunninghampsychologytoday.com/ca/blog/the-polyamorists-next-door/202208/the-truth-about-threesomes-triads-and-throuplespsychologytoday.com/ca/blog/the-polyamorists-next-door/202210/what-makes-resilient-throuple
Self Esteem and How To Improve It Sidenote Podcast 2024-03-13 | Self-esteem is a complicated psychological marker of how you "feel" about yourself. When it is low it can really affect your life - so today we explain what self-esteem is, how you can improve it and what are the factors to explain if you have low or high self-esteem.For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comSources and Further Readingpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31556680apa.org/news/press/releases/2019/09/relationships-self-esteempubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28905363https://www.uva.nl/en/content/news/press-releases/2017/09/how-do-children-construct-views-of-themselves.html?cbpsycnet.apa.org/record/2017-06114-001pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12793795pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35245885
How Erections Work (and how to keep them healthy) Sidenote Podcast 2024-02-28 | Erections, boners or HOGS (LOL) are a very important part of sexual health and reproduction. Today we explain how they work, the neuroscience of getting one and how to make them more HARD AND HEALTHY! We will also talk about erectile dysfunction.For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comSources and Further Reading:sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0094014321018590?via%3Dihubscience.org/doi/10.1126/science.ade8064https://news.ki.se/fibroblasts-in-the-penis-are-more-important-for-erectile-function-than-previously-thought
Envy: how to cope with jealous emotions Sidenote Podcast 2024-02-15 | Envy and jealousy are complicated emotions, but science, psychology and evolution have a lot to say about why they exist. Today we will explain how to cope with them, what we are envious of and why understanding more about them can make the feelings dissipate.For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comSources and Further Readingncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8578062ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5609545pnas.org/doi/full/10.1073/pnas.0707182104newscientist.com/article/dn12913-envious-monkeys-can-spot-a-fair-dealguilfordjournals.com/doi/10.1521/jscp.1988.7.1.15ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8776058onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/pchj.493
Internalized Homophobia: Why everyone has it Sidenote Podcast 2024-02-07 | Internalized homophobia is something that sociologists and psychologists argue every man has. It is complicated to understand so today we bring the most up to date research and scientific papers on internalized homophobia, heterosexism and toxic masculinity. It is a wild time to be on the internet, and it could be making things worse - so how do we combat it?For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comSources and Further Reading:sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S027273581000125Xncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7432091ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2678796ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5560600liebertpub.com/doi/full/10.1089/lgbt.2019.0108watermark.silverchair.com/150097.pdf?token=AQECAHi208BE49Ooan9kkhW_Ercy7Dm3ZL_9Cf3qfKAc485ysgAAA0kwggNFBgkqhkiG9w0BBwagggM2MIIDMgIBADCCAysGCSqGSIb3DQEHATAeBglghkgBZQMEAS4wEQQMUPsk4_198BHEhy1fAgEQgIIC_IuMdwVUEOTXzIQyyYCpq0U4AaNLvE-s0j6y5fzFGovXy5HFyV3t-czxX2p4c4MkKJNecPW7I9vFc0KXVfQIWerOuL8NqqJoTtFtp2WsNqZl1oP2nPllgKXpcAs17ULjRFRtA8k9XUA20E0OB5zc_SFO8h8OThirLZy9xtZzsSrZ1HaijnPB79DyBQAAN33qaRgu1KVRsDKw2s2_8SZyhkPzL6qqwQcqyx6IROWydK8vN9KZAhiuedST7-fdJNFHEQ91_14vYOk20qu5bE54xjI9fEewnMnXWAklQFL2eNT5Dr4tQz2sH41GojIhCb-jIaFrx5eGX_744-mc9BguxEsS8wUxo462yYsBDyuiQhZRaA0GVk2ijefw5110QAxOkjKqs-qVtwXj_cfxYSSrogipeQC8mth3o01tqWeP_H7eJnLUd9TRh_29IK6hNVqzKEf8azYIBq5kbiXHYW6mdL16iUHuwqkjWPbc-pkGxCMwXWkKG91DwsYc8SaxNRknpAqyC8_2E607xvQOvRWpQntI3ZdOwHeydwQL4-LKyISTZJD5Ywsm2sbdPpCE2rQwvyJpDLw9urZl5IVlqYkFBsdFgwUYd2Q6-85zjPazNGHF5PzMHJ0HJQUS-seoJ_2WZYSynCvC2gPYo6RSJXCyN0AbRqgwX93yekYeXg48FjpvuZ_VJlChScdRsPDTSSl4yrNwWfjY2QdSAzmFZTJs0QORnBWRV_acZVwA-ino76tqDFvmCdVNLg_shppTuC97MhPj9TH_bjoj-aKm9HGyQx1mlfHI6G_WkzhZke8mXbCBkERkZipyx8UBRlFUOsujeVJ7X5miIRbKCIzCEGZCadhNFpGuQisyxuRPB6UhcuNTLONtyDX1_rsqNfQoWky6t5cC_fHcgjt7Y4TS_0c5WVJ5fWUMKd83dBS4a0veLSnOmZiczWLuzxtZ6gPWhn7Bmlncua442osrGpBKQJ3gaL-v3li-ew5J_RK0xMr_Qy6WfA7hpesLZxQE6nKH
All Meat Diets - Are they healthy? Sidenote Podcast 2024-01-24 | The All Meat Diet, a.k.a. The Carnivore Diet is a huge new trend online. Tons of people are now ONLY eating meat and saying it helps with chronic disease, helps the gain muscle and live the healthiest lives they can. Some studies are coming in on what is actually happening in their bodies. The science is fascinating, the reasoning in fascinating so let's get INTO ITFor more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comSources and Further Reading:nature.com/articles/nature12820mcgill.ca/oss/article/health-nutrition/carnivore-diet-beefy-leap-faithnewyorker.com/magazine/2023/10/02/is-an-all-meat-diet-what-nature-intendedsciencefocus.com/news/carnivore-diet-health-impact
How To Keep Your Resolutions (science-backed tips) Sidenote Podcast 2024-01-17 | NEW YEAR NEW US! As always!!! Today we discuss the top scientific tips with HOW to keep resolutions, and why it is a good time to make a change. Using psychology, and biology we explain why it is okay to mess up resolutions, and how to prolong the. A lot of people struggle but there are good ways to make changes, and studies show the new year is a great time to change.Send us voice note thoughts and questions: asapscience.com/chatFor more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comSources and Further Reading:ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7725288psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/how-risky-is-it-really/201312/why-we-really-celebrate-new-years-day
Will AI destroy us all? ft. Audrey Tang Sidenote Podcast 2023-12-13 | Audrey Tang is a genius, we aren't kidding, they were reading advanced novels at age 5 and learning complicated code at age 6. They are also one of the first non-binary people working in Cabinet as the Minister of Digital Affairs in Taiwan, and an overall amazing person to explain AI, the future and our shared internet.They have their own podcast called "Innovative Minds" where you can hear them speak even more, get it wherever you get your podcasts.For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.com
Personality tests: the worlds biggest scam? Sidenote Podcast 2023-11-29 | Myers-Briggs Personality Tests costs 50 dollars a POP! Personality tests are a billion dollar industry, but is it a full scam? Myers-Briggs is under a lot of scrutiny lately. It is expensive and potentially pseudo-science, but do any other tests work? Today we talk about the psychology of personality tests, therapy and the huge potential scams of pseudo-science.For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comSources and Further Reading:scientificamerican.com/article/how-accurate-are-personality-testsen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Myers%E2%80%93Briggs_Type_Indicator#:~:text=In%20personality%20typology%2C%20the%20Myers,pseudoscience%20by%20the%20scientific%20community.nytimes.com/2023/03/05/business/remote-work-personality-tests.htmlcompass.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/spc3.12434researchgate.net/publication/236111463_The_Myers-Briggs_Type_Indicator_Evidence_of_its_validity_reliability_and_normative_characteristics_for_managers_in_an_Australian_contextjstor.org/stable/26554264sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/0148296385900049?via%3Dihubvox.com/2014/7/15/5881947/myers-briggs-personality-test-meaningless
Digital Nomads: why working abroad isnt what you think Sidenote Podcast 2023-11-22 | Digital Nomads are people who do remote work in other countries in order to live a "better life". Working abroad has been gaining popularity in recent years, but is it ruining local populations and a new version of LIT RAL CONOLIALISM? There is new research on why people do this and what it does to the Earth.For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comSources and Further Reading:mbopartners.com/state-of-independence/digital-nomads/#:~:text=Digital%20Nomad%20Numbers%20Increase%2C%20but%20Begin%20to%20Level%20Out&text=Let%20loose%20by%20the%20shift,describing%20themselves%20as%20digital%20nomads.torontomu.ca/content/dam/centre-for-immigration-and-settlement/tmcis/publications/workingpapers/2023-04-WP-Dreher-Triandafyllidou.pdfraconteur.net/global-business/digital-nomads-responsibility#:~:text=This%20has%20been%20a%20problem,the%20cost%20of%20living%20there
Love Languages: are they fake and harmful? Sidenote Podcast 2023-11-15 | The 5 love languages have become a staple of modern relationships. Ever since the late 80s when they were conceived, people have used them to fall in love, to make their partner understand them and based their whole personality around these ways that they "perceive love". Is there any validity to them? What does psychology say? Because to be fair, they were just MADE UP!For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comSources and Further Readingpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/374312565lovelanguages.com
Travelling: is it worth the hype? Sidenote Podcast 2023-11-02 | Today we are talking about TRAVELLING, is it helpful for your body, or just honestly bad for the planet and your well being? We just got back from a Euro trip where tourism had obliterated Italy's ability to feel ... safe? Today we talk about how travelling relates to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, the history of tourism and why humans love to do it.For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comSources and Further Reading:researchgate.net/publication/270848051_Psychology_and_its_Application_in_Tourismtandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1300/J073v17n01_01opentextbc.ca/introtourism/chapter/chapter-10-environmental-stewardshipnature.com/articles/s41562-022-01291-0sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/01/210104094654.htmingentaconnect.com/content/cog/ta/2021/00000026/00000001/art00006;jsessionid=t4c5i3u09vrf.x-ic-live-01https://www.scielo.br/j/aabc/a/5pqRqBPfwbqbMWdVdNJsGLn/?format=pdf&lang=en
Influencers: now vs then Sidenote Podcast 2023-10-25 | NFLUENCERS - a bad word IN OUR OPPINION! Today we are going to tell you the juicy details of what we have learned from being *influencers* for over ten years. Things have really changed recently so we wanted to give our insight into how TikTok is changing things, how we approach YouTube after doing it for over ten years and why influencers continue to be so cringey.For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.com
FOMO: how its hurting your health Sidenote Podcast 2023-10-18 | The FEAR OF MISSING OUT! It is a common anxiety, and for good reason. It is linked to our hunter gatherer ancestors - but also may be created from childhood issues, and the psychology of FOMO IS FASCINATING. Today we explain the up to date science on what it means to have FOMO and how you can learn to live with it.For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.com
Breathing: are you doing it wrong? Sidenote Podcast 2023-10-11 | Today we are talking about BREATHING! Hot take, it is important. Andrew Huberman says how you breathe can change your focus, some scientists say it can calm you down, others think breath work is being over blown. Today we break down the current science and help you learn how to BREATHE BETTER.For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.com
Vaping: is it worse than smoking? Sidenote Podcast 2023-10-05 | Vaping vs. Smoking, which is worse? With "vaping" killing 68 people in the year 2019, the insane chemical flavouring and how much nicotine there is per hit - is vaping now worse than smoking? Today we explain how vapes work, what nicotine does, how THC vaping is different and where cigarettes end up after all of thisFor more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comSource and Further Reading:ajpmonline.org/article/S0749-3797(21)00429-3/fulltexttobaccocontrol.bmj.com/content/32/e2/e228unclineberger.org/news/study-reveals-most-effective-anti-vaping-messages-for-teenspubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35851281pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33753133pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34724436sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0163725821000395?via%3Dihubncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8906560/#:~:text=As%20of%20February%202020%2C%20over,18%20years%20old%20%5B12%5D.
Population Decline: is the world about to implode? Sidenote Podcast 2023-09-28 | The population is going to decrease soon. Different studies predict that it will peak within our lifetime and decrease or stabilize for the first time in recorded history. This is existentially scary for many corporations and some politicians, but some scientists and demographers think it could be a solution to mall of our problems? The science of population is fascinating so LEZZZZ GOHH!!!!For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comSources and Further Reading:theatlantic.com/family/archive/2022/02/global-population-forecast-disagreement/621243nationalgeographic.com/environment/article/the-world-now-has-8-billion-peoplenewscientist.com/article/2304559-animal-decline-is-hurting-plants-ability-to-adapt-to-climate-changescience.org/doi/10.1126/science.abk3510
Edging: sexually helpful or problematic? Sidenote Podcast 2023-09-27 | Edging, gooning or surfing are all terms for coming close to orgasm before stopping, and then continuing on after. It is popular to do, and can be helpful for premature ejaculation or getting to know your own body. New research says it could also lead to sexual compulsive behaviour and other issues. Today we use science to get to the bottom of it!For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comSources and Further Reading:tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/00926230500442292?role=tab&scroll=top&needAccess=true
Tattoos: are they worth the risk? Sidenote Podcast 2023-09-20 | Tattooing is on the rise, but new research says people are regretting them more and more. Today we explain the science behind how tattoos work, the history of tattooing on humans (and why we've done it for thousands of years) and how tattoo regret might be on the rise.For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comSources and Further Reading:pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17536445bmcpsychology.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s40359-022-00811-xpsypost.org/2022/07/tattoos-and-piercings-are-more-common-among-those-who-experienced-childhood-abuse-and-neglect-63440nature.com/articles/s41598-017-11721-z
Ketamine: the party drug that could cure depression? Sidenote Podcast 2023-09-08 | Ketamine (aka special K) is a party drug that causes hallucinations, loss of reality and euphoria. It ALSO may be a new cure for severe depression. Today we talk about the up to date science on how this drug affects your body, how it is being used clinically and why some doctors are becoming obsessed with it!For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comReferences & Further Reading:ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5968361link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s43440-020-00097-zscience.org/doi/10.1126/science.1190287sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0165032721014142pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28757132pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19919593sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2352289518300195ajp.psychiatryonline.org/doi/10.1176/appi.ajp.20220216nature.com/articles/s41467-023-37463-3nature.com/articles/s41598-023-40099-4nature.com/articles/s41386-023-01675-4
Smartphones: are they changing your body? Sidenote Podcast 2023-08-24 | Smartphones have become an integral part of our daily lives, connecting us to the world and transforming the way we interact with information and each other. However, they are potentially making us hunched, near-sighted and depressed. Today we are talking about how our phones are changing our body and making nerves in our hands LIT RALLY BIGGER! Good luck on trying to curb your phone use, because we are using science to TRY and having a hard time. WE ADDICTED OUT HERE!For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comSources and Further Reading:academic.oup.com/jnci/article/114/5/704/6554484?login=falseox.ac.uk/news/2022-03-30-no-increased-risk-brain-tumours-mobile-phone-users-new-study-finds
Is Zelda the Greatest Video Game of All Time? Sidenote Podcast 2023-07-26 | ZELDA IS BACK!!! This podcast is about the adventure-filled quests and captivating music of Zelda as well ad the science behind the game. We'll delve into the psychology of game design and discuss how Zelda and other video games can affect our brains and emotions. From the concept of flow and immersion to the role of reward systems and game mechanics, we'll explore the intricate ways in which games like Zelda captivate and engage us.For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.com
Universal Basic Income: does it even work? Sidenote Podcast 2023-07-19 | This episode is about Universal Basic Income (UBI) and its potential to reshape our society in light of ChatGPT. We explore the fundamental principles, benefits, and challenges associated with implementing a UBI system. Additionally, we explore the potential long-term effects of UBI on employment, entrepreneurship, and the economy as a whole. Does UBI discourage work or spark innovation? Can it promote social mobility and foster a more inclusive society? We also explain the difference between conservatives and liberals from a psychological perspective.For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comFurther Reading + Sources:nature.com/articles/d41586-018-05259-xnature.com/articles/d41586-020-01993-3npr.org/2021/03/04/973653719/california-program-giving-500-no-strings-attached-stipends-pays-off-study-findsstatic1.squarespace.com/static/6039d612b17d055cac14070f/t/603ef1194c474b329f33c329/1614737690661/SEED_Preliminary+Analysis-SEEDs+First+Year_Final+Report_Individual+Pages+-2.pdfhttps://basicincome.stanford.edu/uploads/Umbrella%20Review%20BI_final.pdf
Fruit: is it secretly bad for you? Sidenote Podcast 2023-07-12 | This podcast is about fruits, their remarkable health benefits, and the mysteries behind their impact on blood glucose levels. We'll explore the incredible nutritional value that fruits offer, and why some fruits have the potential to spike glucose levels? We'll demystify this phenomenon and shed light on the factors that influence the glycemic index of fruits.For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comFurther Reading + Sources:pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30639206ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5084020/#:~:text=Fruit%20contains%20large%20amounts%20of,obesity%20rather%20than%20weight%20reduction.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5084020pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31267783washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/wellness/the-sugar-in-fruit-doesnt-make-it-bad-for-you-despite-some-trendy-diet-claims/2019/04/15/5ad3ef84-5b12-11e9-a00e-050dc7b82693_story.htmlhealthline.com/nutrition/is-fruit-good-or-bad-for-your-health
Electrolytes: are sports drinks a scam? Sidenote Podcast 2023-07-05 | Gatorade, is BS?! Powerade, WHY YOU GOTTA SUCK SO HARD? This week we talk about electrolytes. How do you they hydrate you? Is Coca-Cola lying about Powerade? Why are nurses so concerned with your sodium levels. Electrolytes are fascinating and we even had tons of arguments, the SCIENCE IS HEATED!Further Reading and Referencespubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34578811content.time.com/time/subscriber/article/0,33009,1975316,00.htmlbmjopen.bmj.com/content/4/4/e004549.fullnih.gov/news-events/nih-research-matters/how-body-regulates-salt-levelsahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/HYPERTENSIONAHA.122.17952nih.gov/news-events/nih-research-matters/how-body-regulates-salt-levelsncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7122060nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/nejmoa2105675https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/salt-and-sodium/#:~:text=It%20flavors%20food%20and%20is,balance%20of%20water%20and%20minerals.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK507777 ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK470386ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4470176fda.gov/food/nutrition-education-resources-materials/sodium-your-diet#:~:text=However%2C%20most%20Americans%20eat%20too,1%20teaspoon%20of%20table%20salt!For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.com
White Noise Machines: are they a bogus trend? Sidenote Podcast 2023-06-29 | This episode delves into the fascinating science behind white noise machines. We look at the scientific principles behind how these machines generate their soothing sounds. From the intricate mechanisms of white noise production to the psychology behind its calming effects, we explore the intersections of science, technology, and human perception. ALTHOUGHT MOST IMPORTANTLY, DO THEY EVEN WORK? Greg loves them, Mitch hates them so in the words of Beyonce it gets HEATED!For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.com
Sleep vs. Cannabis: Does it help or hurt? Sidenote Podcast 2023-05-31 | Today we navigate the realm of sleep, exploring how cannabis/weed interacts with our body's natural sleep cycles and the mechanisms behind its impact on sleep quality. We'll shed light on the latest findings and studies, and explain how marijuana seems to affect OUR SLEEP!For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comSOURCES & FURTHER READINGrapm.bmj.com/content/early/2021/11/24/rapm-2021-103161ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5895650/pdf/fphar-09-00315.pdftandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/14737175.2022.2161894sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0165178123000495pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36919533ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2442418onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/jsr.13793tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/10550887.2015.1132986?journalCode=wjad20&ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2442418journal.chestnet.org/article/S0012-3692(22)00895-9/fulltext
Testosterone Supplements: why are so many men taking them? Sidenote Podcast 2023-05-24 | Testosterone is a hormone that is naturally produced in the body, but young men are taking testosterone supplements now more than ever. The industry is growing, and the science is WILD! In this episode, we'll be discussing the pros and cons of testosterone supplements, their potential side effects, and the controversies surrounding their use.For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comSOURCES & FURTHER READINGnature.com/articles/s41598-022-22823-8nature.com/articles/s41585-019-0189-zgoldjournal.net/article/S0090-4295(17)30166-8/fulltextnature.com/articles/nrurol.2014.175nature.com/articles/s41443-022-00627-8ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3897047nature.com/articles/s41585-019-0253-8nature.com/articles/ncpendmet0248-nrendoncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3897047pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24193080nature.com/articles/nrendo.2010.108researchgate.net/publication/351666186_Assessment_of_public_interest_and_current_trends_in_testosterone_replacement_therapynature.com/articles/s41443-023-00682-9mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/sexual-health/in-depth/testosterone-therapy/art-20045728psypost.org/2022/12/a-single-dose-of-testosterone-increases-sexual-impulsivity-in-men-study-finds-64507sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0306453022002554?via%3Dihubsciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1743609522005483
Edibles: is eating weed worse? Sidenote Podcast 2023-05-17 | EDIBLE CANNIBIS *GASP* Everyone and their mom is eating weed gummies, but is it potentially worse than smoking it? We are here to talk everything marijuana. The science of how THC works, why edibles get you more high and if weed is a public health concern?For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comSOURCEShttp://link.springer.com/article/10.2165%2F00003088-200342040-00003http://bjp.rcpsych.org/content/178/2/101http://online.liebertpub.com/doi/pdf/10.1089/can.2015.0012ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3570572imgur.com/a/5kVXkhttp://www.livescience.com/53218-top-marijuana-scientific-findings-2015.htmlhttp://www.livescience.com/53218-top-marijuana-scientific-findings-2015.htmlhttp://www.pnas.org/content/111/33/11915.full.pdfsciencenews.org/article/marijuana-cannabis-edibles-health-issuesacpjournals.org/doi/10.7326/M18-2809pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36016591nytimes.com/2023/01/04/health/children-eating-edibles-weed.html
Vegans: Are They Unhealthy? Sidenote Podcast 2023-05-10 | The new scientific research coming in about being vegan is fascinating, controversial and important to understanding the climate crisis. Today we use studies to understand how omnivores, vegetarians and vegans differ in health, environmental impacts and culture.For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comSOURCESmdpi.com/2072-6643/15/3/692theveganherald.com/2023/02/study-finds-switching-to-a-vegan-diet-neither-helps-nor-hinders-strength-performancepcrm.org/news/health-nutrition/vegan-diet-better-environment-mediterranean-dietnature.com/articles/s41432-023-00853-znature.com/articles/s41430-020-0639-yscience.org/doi/10.1126/science.aaq0216bmj.com/content/351/bmj.h4580pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27408710ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5778815/pdf/12889_2018_Article_5041.pdf
Biophobia: why the fear of nature is growing! Sidenote Podcast 2023-05-03 | Today's episode is about the concept of biophobia, the fear of nature. Biophobia is a term used to describe an irrational fear or aversion to the natural world, including plants, animals, and other living organisms. This fear is growing, and the research as to why has us SPOOKED! This is a fascinating conversation about how to overcome biophobia, how it relates to Climate Change, and what we can all do to stop it!For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.comSOURCEScell.com/trends/ecology-evolution/fulltext/S0169-5347(22)00360-3#:~:text=Biophobia%20is%20the%20aversive%20response,stimuli%2C%20settings%2C%20or%20situations.
Sperm: is the future of humanity at risk? Sidenote Podcast 2023-04-26 | On this episode, we explore the latest research on sperm (spunk, semen or JIZZ ) and its impact on male fertility. We discuss the various factors that can lead to decreased sperm count and motility, as well as the potential effects of environmental toxins, lifestyle choices, and medical conditions on male reproductive health. Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of sperm biology and uncover the latest discoveries in the field of fertility science.For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.com
Ozempic and the new miracle weight-loss drugs Sidenote Podcast 2023-04-19 | What do we really know about the safety and effectiveness of weight loss drugs like Ozempic? Join us as we explore the science behind Ozempic, a revolutionary new weight loss drug that's changing the game for people struggling with obesity. IT IS CONTROVERSIAL AND IT IS JUICY!For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.com
The Top Scientific Life Hacks pt 2 Sidenote Podcast 2023-04-12 | For more Sidenote Podcast episodes: http://sidenotepodcast.com
