The New Science of Living Longer & How to Master the Fear of Being Judged - SYSK Choice
Sometimes the perfect words show up when you need them most. We start with a surprisingly powerful bit of holiday inspiration from Mr. Rogers — a reminder of kindness and humanity that still resonates...
20 Dec 202549min
The Science of Memory Manipulation & Why Wildlife is Invading Neighborhoods
Christmas tree fires are frightening, but they’re not the leading cause of house fires in the U.S. What’s surprising is how many fires start from everyday habits and household choices most people neve...
18 Dec 202549min
True Stories Behind Christmas Songs & Dangerous Decorations- Bonus Holiday Episode
Christmas decorations are meant to be cheerful — but some have been anything but. Over the years, certain holiday decorations have turned out to be creepy, hazardous, and even deadly. This episode beg...
16 Dec 202532min
How to Make More Joy and Less Stress For the Holidays & Odd Secrets of Evolution
Some people crave sweets, while others reach for salty snacks — and it’s not just habit. Your flavor preference is shaped by biology and brain chemistry. We begin with a look at what determines whethe...
15 Dec 202545min
How to Truly Know People & The Science Behind the Human/Dog Bond-SYSK Choice
Winter brings cold and flu season—and when symptoms first appear, it can be hard to tell which one you’ve got. Fortunately, early signs can offer helpful clues, so you can take the right steps quickly...
13 Dec 202551min
Magic Words That Influence Others & How Feeling Healthy Makes It So
If you’re having a rough day, there’s one oddly specific body part you can wash that appears to boost your mood—even though the science behind it makes little sense. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21...
11 Dec 202546min
Secrets of Christmas Classic Movies & The Curious Story of Eggnog – Bonus Holiday Episode
Eggnog is one of the strangest holiday traditions we have — a creamy mix of eggs, milk, spices, and often a splash of rum. Yet people look forward to it every December. Where did this unusual drink co...
9 Dec 202530min
The Untold Story of the Christmas Tree & The New Rules of Eating Out
A yawn spreads quickly. You see someone yawn, you think about yawning, or you even read the word “yawn”—and suddenly you’re doing it too. This episode begins by looking at why yawning is so contagious...
8 Dec 202549min
