The Human Need to Matter & The Enduring Appeal of Cats
You’ve probably been told to be grateful for what you have — but that advice isn’t just feel-good wisdom. Research shows that intentionally expressing gratitude can actually change how your brain func...
5 Jan 46min
How the Moon Transformed Earth & Fun and Easy Housecleaning Hacks - SYSK Choice
Have you ever noticed that one foot is often slightly bigger than the other? It sounds odd, but it’s extremely common — and there’s a clear biological reason for it. This episode begins with why it ha...
3 Jan 50min
How Self Talk Can Sabotage You & Questioning What’s “Normal”
Your mind wanders — that’s normal. But letting it drift too much may come at a cost. Research shows that frequent mind-wandering can make you less happy, less focused, and more stressed than you reali...
1 Jan 48min
Why People Do or Don’t Like You & The Power of Asking for Help
When you watch a great dancer, what separates them from everyone else isn’t strength, flexibility, or even rhythm — it’s one specific part of the body most people never think about. This episode begin...
29 Dec 202545min
How Much of “You” is Heredity? & Martin Cooper: The Father of the Cellphone - SYSK Choice
There is a three-letter word in the English language that holds more meanings than any other word. You’ve probably said it several times today without realizing how complex it really is. This episode ...
27 Dec 202547min
The Extraordinary Power of Solitude & Christmas Mysteries Revealed
Why do we say Merry Christmas instead of Happy Christmas? The phrase has a surprisingly rich past, shaped by culture, language, and holiday tradition. This episode begins with where “merry” came from ...
25 Dec 202547min
The Real Stories Behind Christmas Traditions and Songs - Holiday Bonus Episode
Every December, millions of people around the world track Santa’s journey in real time using the NORAD Santa Tracker. But why is a military defense organization keeping tabs on Santa Claus in the firs...
23 Dec 202530min
What Makes a Hit Song & Why You Never See the Same Rainbow Twice
If you fall short on sleep, can you really “catch up” the next night? Many people think so — but our bodies don’t quite work that way. This episode begins with what science says about recovering from ...
22 Dec 202547min
