Ig Nobels 2017: Crocodile Slots, Twins & Old Ears

Ig Nobels 2017: Crocodile Slots, Twins & Old Ears

Each year, the Ig Nobel prizes celebrate the most absurd and humorous efforts in legitimate scientific research – and 2017’s winners do not disappoint. Join Robert, Joe and Christian as they discuss all 10 studies in a special three-part Stuff to Blow Your Mind feature. In part 2, you’ll gamble with crocodiles, stare at your twin’s reflection and measure some old man ears.

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Memory/Story Editing

Memory/Story Editing

Ever wish you could take a troubling event from your past and dial down the memory without subjecting yourself to total recall erasure? Explore the science of memory/story editing in this Stuff to Blo...

23 Tammi 201436min

Werewolf Principle: Adapting Humans for Space

Werewolf Principle: Adapting Humans for Space

The Werewolf Principle: Will astronauts of the future be able to adapt their physiology for long-term space travel and life on other planets? In this classic STBYM episode, Robert and Julie explore th...

21 Tammi 201435min

Hibernation: The Ultimate Suspended Animation

Hibernation: The Ultimate Suspended Animation

Hibernation: What is hibernation exactly? Is it the opposite of sleep? Is it the future of manned space exploration? Revisit the topic with Julie and Robert as they enter the hibernacula and discuss t...

16 Tammi 201426min

The War on Creativity

The War on Creativity

The War on Creativity: There's an entire industry dedicate to creativity and innovation. But do people - and corporations-really want to "think outside of the box." Is there an inherent bias against c...

14 Tammi 201430min

Up in the Air

Up in the Air

Up in the Air: How long can a bird stay in the air? How about an airplane? From human flight to the future of laser-powered drone aircraft, the answers may surprise you in this episode of Stuff to Blo...

9 Tammi 201435min

Brain Hacking 101: New Habits for a New Year

Brain Hacking 101: New Habits for a New Year

New Habits for a New Year: How long does it take to make or break a habit? Is this really the year you make major changes or learn a new craft? Robert and Julie break down the science of it all in thi...

7 Tammi 201426min

Cluttered Desks, Cluttered Minds & Toddler Hands

Cluttered Desks, Cluttered Minds & Toddler Hands

Cluttered Desks, Cluttered Minds and Toddler Hands: Toddlers might not seem like scientists when they mash up a banana or throws noodles at the wall, but research reveals that messy hands often indica...

2 Tammi 201436min

Normalcy Bias and Psychogenic Death

Normalcy Bias and Psychogenic Death

Normalcy Bias and Psychogenic Death: Why do some people continue on with their normal lives when reality comes crashing down on them? Why don't they run for cover or try to jump ship? Find out in this...

31 Joulu 201333min

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