The Psychology and Magic of Audiences & The Power of Uncertainty
Who doesn’t love the smell of a Christmas tree? It seems to be a smell everybody finds pleasing and it also turns out to have some benefits. This episode begins with some reasons why you should take t...
30 Nov 202347min
Nostalgia: Why We Long for The Past & Why Humans Love to Play Games
People say where you fall in the birth order compared to your siblings determines (or strongly influences) certain traits and outcomes. This episode begins with a look at whether the research backs th...
27 Nov 202350min
SYSK Choice: How Your Instincts Can Get You in Trouble & Why There’s No Center of The Universe
You have probably heard that poinsettia plants are poisonous to people and pets. Really? How poisonous? Can you die from eating them or what? Should you be concerned and keep them out of your home? Th...
25 Nov 202353min
How You Can Win Friends and Influence People & Important Strategies for a Good Night’s Sleep
Food labels are full of claims. They say things like “All-Natural” or “Doctor Recommended” or “Made with Whole Grains.” Should you be impressed or are those words and phrases a lot of nothing and nons...
23 Nov 202349min
Why Success Never Feels Like It Should & Are You Really Responsible for Your Actions?
Texting and email seem to have replaced the telephone as a primary means of communication. Still, the telephone is sometimes a better option. When it is – how can you make sure you get a call back or ...
20 Nov 202352min
SYSK Choice: The Psychology of Luck & Weird Earth Conspiracies Debunked
During the holiday season, there are more occasions and opportunities to drink alcohol. So, it’s worth noting that not all drinks are created equal when it comes to how they affect you. This episode b...
18 Nov 202349min
The Proof That Simple is Always Better & The Amazing Story of Pockets
If you are getting less than 7 hours of sleep per night (and most people are), that can be a real problem. And the problem is more than just feeling a little sleepy the next day. This episode begins w...
16 Nov 202348min
The Power of Things That Never Change & The Magic of the Doctor/Patient Bond
A kiss can be very powerful. It can make you feel wonderful and connect you to a person – or it can really mess things up. This episode begins with some interesting intel about the power of a kiss, bo...
13 Nov 202348min
