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Nov 5

Where Great Innovation Comes From & Why You Don't Notice What's Right in Front of You

Everyone knows that practice makes perfect. Or does it? Practicing is certainly important when you're trying to master something new, but research suggests there's another ingredient that can make practice far more effective. And the surprising part is that it involves not practi ... Show More

50m 13s

Nov 3

SYSK TRENDING - Why Perfectionism Isn’t Perfect

Being a perfectionist sounds like a good thing. You have high standards, pay attention to details, and want to do things right. What's wrong with that? As it turns out, quite a lot. Perfectionism can actually work against you, causing you to procrastinate, obsess over mistakes, a ... Show More

21m 24s

Nov 2

The Magic of “Once Upon a Time” & The Power of Collective Intelligence

Have you ever noticed that when two people walk together, they often fall into step without even trying? Or that people in conversation sometimes begin to mirror each other's movements? Humans have a curious tendency to synchronize with one another, often without realizing it. Wh ... Show More

51m 7s

Dec 2021

Christmas Music Psychology, Most Influential Films, Mistletoe Science

Learn about why Christmas music sounds like Christmas; the most influential films ever; and the truth behind mistletoe.The stories in this episode originally aired on these dates:December 21, 2018: "Scientists Have Determined the Most Influential Film of All Time" and "Mistletoe ... Show More

23m 14s

May 2022

The unexpected link between taste and smell

Sniffing a fragrant flower, inhaling the aroma of a good cup of coffee, breathing in your loved one’s signature scent–these are just a few of the joys you might feel deprived of when you lose your sense of smell. But smell is a surprisingly underrated sense and many of us don’t k ... Show More

34m 19s

Sep 2022

How We Smell

How do we smell? What role does our sense of smell play in our closest relationships? And how are brands creating scents to keep us coming back for more? In this episode of How We’re Wired, join evolutionary anthropologist Dr Anna Machin as she unpicks the science of smell, from ... Show More

34m 8s

Dec 2022

How To Set New Years Goals

Smells Like HumansLike listening to funny friends discuss curious human behavior.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyGet your subliminal audios at francescaamber.com https://amzn.to/3K2IPL2Join the Book Club Bitches Join my Patreon for exclusive content, monthly self-improvement boo ... Show More

33m 11s

Dec 2024

Behind the Scenes Minis: Pumpkin Spice Christmas

Tracy and Holly discuss the seasonal nature of pumpkin spice, and medicinal uses of nutmeg. They then talk about artificial versus real Christmas trees.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

30m 45s

Apr 2023

366: Just Science Day (w/ Deboki Chakravarti!)

What does water smell like? Did bipedal dinosaurs get back pain? Is my perception of time related to my heart rate? Does getting fresh air when you're sick actually doing anything? Are orange peels airtight? Why can't I smell ants? Why can't humans drink river water anymore? Debo ... Show More

59m 19s

Dec 2021

CrowdScience Christmas bonanza

<p>Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens – CrowdScience has covered a lot this year. And what better way to see out 2021 than to look back at a few of our (and your!) favourite things? Great questions are right at the top of the team’s list – especially with the way that for ... Show More

31m 43s

Feb 2021

276: An Onomatopoetic Wifi Explainer

How does science work? Is it rude to turn off the lights while my dog eats? How does wifi work? Do I always dream and just can't remember sometimes? What do I do as an adult? Why do cans explode in the cold but not bottles? Is it okay to get into something good for the wrong reas ... Show More

44m 2s

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