Why do we kiss? What makes a good kiss or a bad kiss? How many microbes do we exchange? Is it good for us? One of the world’s most accomplished researchers on kissing, social behavior and relationships, Dr . Robin Dunar of Oxford University reluctantly agrees to be interviewed and explains how kissing may have evolved, how discos are research labs and friend ... Show More
Mar 25
Megafelinology (SNOW LEOPARDS + OTHER BIG CATS) with Imogene Cancellare
Cheetahs. Tigers. Jaguars. Pumas. Panthers. Snow leopards. How big is a big cat? And who decides? Let’s ask the charming wildlife biologist, science communicator, and Megafelinologist Dr. Imogene Cancellare. She shares tales of remote field work, snow-capped mountains, narrow esc ... Show More
1h 25m
Mar 18
Allergology (ALLERGIES) with Zachary Rubin
Dander enemies. Gluten intolerances. Runny noses. Shellfish bummers. Skin prick tests. Epipen pockets. Allergies? WE GOT ‘EM, folks. And we’ve got double board-certified allergist, immunologist, and author of the New York Times Bestseller “All About Allergies” Dr. Zachary Rubin. ... Show More
1h 16m
Jul 2025
Embracing Neurodiversity w/ Robin Ince
This week, Scott sits down with English comedian, author, and BBC radio host Robin Ince. Known for co-presenting The Infinite Monkey Cage alongside physicist Brian Cox, Robin brings his signature wit and wisdom to a deeply personal and socially relevant conversation. The episode ... Show More
57m 16s
Dec 2024
Sunday Pick: How many friends do I need?
Each Sunday, TED shares an episode of another podcast we think you'll love, handpicked for you… by us. How many relationships should we maintain, and what are the different kinds of friendships we need anyway? In this episode of Am I Normal?, a podcast from the TED Audio Collecti ... Show More
20m 24s
Nov 2024
865: Real World Reunion, Wet Dog Shake, & Monkeys on the Run
<p>Sarah returned to her Real World house and wasn't prepared for how emotional it would make her, and now she's considering why the experience brought out so many feelings. We talk about "wet dog shake," what causes it, and why some mammals have that response to certain stimuli, ... Show More
1h 4m
Aug 2024
How our relationships are changing in the age of 'artificial intimacy'
Early adopters are flocking to AI bots for therapy, friendship, even love. How will these relationships impact us? MIT sociologist Sherry Turkle delves into her new research on "artificial intimacy." Later in the episode, host Manoush Zomorodi speaks with Somnium Space founder Ar ... Show More
49m 37s
Jul 2022
Where Are We Heading? Bret Speaks with Peter Boghossian
<p>Bret Speaks with Peter Boghossian on a multitude of subjects surrounding wokeism, Covid, and the endpoint of our present course. </p><p>Support the sponsors of the show:</p><p>Eight Sleep: Personalized thermoregulation while you sleep, and when you wake. Eight Sleep’s amazing ... Show More
1h 16m
Feb 2025
A Germ of Truth: The 263rd Evolutionary Lens with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying
<p>In this week’s episode, we discuss the relationship between infectious and chronic disease, and between germ theory and terrain theory of disease. Pathogens are real, and exogenous treatments like antibiotics can kill them. The health of the body is affected by diet, exercise, ... Show More
1h 56m
Jul 2024
157. Kissing, Hookup Culture, and Drama Lessons.
Hey everyone! In this episode, we're diving deep into the world of kissing, hookup culture, and navigating the complexities of relationships. From discussing what hooking up really means to reminiscing about kissing on dance floors and the fun frivolities of it all, we cover it a ... Show More
19m 49s
Feb 2025
What's Love Got to Do with It: “Couples’ Therapy,” Narcissism, and Open Relationships with Dr. Orna Guralnik
Is there anything more captivating than watching couples work through their deepest, messiest relationship drama on screen? Honestly, probably not, y’all. So today, we’re talking to the brilliant Dr. Orna Guralnik, the psychoanalyst behind the award-winning docuseries “Couples Th ... Show More
45m 3s