Why the Tears?

<p><em>New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers.</em></p> <p><em>---</em></p> <p><a href="https://www.benjaminjperry.com/" rel= "noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Reverend Benjamin Perry</a>, is the a ... Show More

So many things can affect the way food and drinks taste. This episode begins with a look at how just one element of the ambience in a room can alter people’s perception of wine – and make cheap wine taste expensive. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/12/091215171510.htm W ... Show More

This week, Kat talks about the power of our most painful moments. Inspired by her Spotify playlist: This is For Crying, Kat breaks down why and how sad songs (written by others) have been healing agents in her own life. When we feel connected versus isolated on our darkest days- ... Show More

Find one more reason to grab the tissues! Rachel loves to see a grown man cry and has been asking to cover this search term for literal years. Whether it's vulnerability, catharsis, joy or shame, feeling a big emotion can lead to a big orgasm. The girls review two videos that sho ... Show More

Happy Wednesday Heal Squad! Welcome back to part 2 of our conversation with Nia Sioux, where we delve deeper into the lessons she’s learned from her time on Dance Moms and how it’s shaped her outlook on life. Nia talks about the infamous "save your tears for the pillow" mantra an ... Show More

<p>In this week’s episode, Dancing With The Stars pro Val Chmerkovskiy returns (two years after he and Jenna Johnson were among our very first guests!). Val opens up about growing up in Ukraine until age eight, immigrating to Brooklyn, and what that huge life shift felt like as a ... Show More

MAZEL MORONS! Today our beloved Ben Soffer adds yet another moniker to his ever growing list, and it tops all the rest. In addition to being a celebrity chef, podcast host, and entrepreneur, *drumroll please*... BSC IS A FATHER TO BE! We're laughing, crying, worrying, and anxious ... Show More

Are you ok? It’s a question that might be at the front of your mind during a traumatic event. But how helpful is it and can it even make matters worse? We answer a very intriguing listener question. And in the studio with Claudia is Catherine Loveday, Professor of Cognitive Neuro ... Show More