Why Coincidences Happen & Inside the Minds of Thrill-Seekers
Have you ever wondered why pumpkins are associated with Halloween? After all, they aren’t particularly scary and have nothing to do with ghosts. This episode begins with an explanation of why pumpkins...
21 Sep 202053min
SYSK Choice:The Secrets Behind Going Viral & Overcoming Social Anxiety
Every kid on the planet is told to, “Eat your veggies – they’re good for you!” Yet, as a parent, you probably shouldn’t say that to your kids. This episode begins with some fascinating research about ...
19 Sep 202046min
The Psychology of Money & Why Attractive People Get Better Treatment
With all we know about how medicine works, we still don’t understand the placebo effect very well. Yet, by all accounts it is very powerful. This episode begins with some interesting research that see...
17 Sep 202048min
How Winning Streaks Work & Focused Success in a Distracted World
Who doesn’t like ketchup? It is one of the most universally loved American foods. Why? This episode begins with some interesting facts and history about ketchup that helps explain why there is a bottl...
14 Sep 202050min
SYSK Choice: How to Be a Top Performer & The Beauty of Numbers
Your homeowner’s or renter’s insurance covers much more than you probably realize – and it is worth knowing. For example, if you receive counterfeit money – your homeowner’s insurance may likely cover...
12 Sep 202042min
What to Say to Get What You Want & How We Judge People Based on How They Talk
Blue jeans have been in fashion for a very long time. How did that happen? After all, they started out as work clothes. This episode begins by exploring the origins of jeans and how they became so pop...
10 Sep 202048min
What Really Influences Your Food Choices & How Technology Puts Stress On Your Body
Watching a scary movie can be terrifying and unpleasant. So why do people do it? This episode begins with a discussion on the appeal of scary movies and what watching them actually does for people. ht...
7 Sep 202051min
SYSK Choice: What Is The Truth? & How Systems Fail
We have a lot of devices – cellphones, tablets, laptops – and they all need to be charged up constantly. How much does that cost? And how much does it cost to run a television, light bulb or a Tesla e...
5 Sep 202045min
