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

Aug 2017

Why You Should Talk to Yourself (in 3rd person).

Good Life Riff: Ever wonder why the internet is littered with a bajillion feel-good quotables, when the reality of most people's lives is pretty far from the utopian mumbo-jumbo we so often see hand-lettered all over insta?Ever wonder what might happen ... Show More

19m 5s

Mar 2021

Why does it feel so good to swear?

The sudden agony of stubbing a toe or burning a finger can make even the most polite among us swear our heads off. It’s like a reflex, a quick-release valve for the shock. But why do expletives give us such a sense of relief? Why does it sometimes feel so good to swear? ... Show More

33m 14s

Apr 2025

The psychology of swearing, with Richard Stephens, PhD

What’s your first reaction when someone cuts you off in traffic or you stub your toe? Do you let out a choice word or two? Richard Stephens, PhD, talks about the psychology of swearing, including his research on why swearing can increase people’s pain tolerance and strength durin ... Show More

32m 48s

Jan 2021

Using Science to Optimize Sleep, Learning & Metabolism

“Office Hours” — In this episode, I answer your most commonly asked questions about science-supported tools for accessing more alertness, better learning, and quality sleep. I also cover when to exercise, time meals, and how to systematically vary your temperature to achieve spec ... Show More

1h 39m

Nov 2025

749 - What words do you use to talk to yourself?

In this episode, I talk about the science of hope. I talk about "agency" and "pathways" and how a focus on both with language can change how you move through life.My new book "The Opposite of Settling" is out now!Instagram: @case.kenny Hosted by Simpl ... Show More

17m 23s

Mar 2022

#68: WISDOM - Why Science is So Important for Emotion & Observation Driven Idiots (aka Humans)

In this episode, I explain how as emotional and irrational humans we can benefit from the scientific method!I discuss the relevance of scientific findings to everyday life and how they can help us to make more informed decisions while avoiding whatever the latest nutrition zealot ... Show More

23m 33s

Nov 2015

The Reality of Perception

On this week's episode of "The Science of Success", host Matt Bodnar explores how we perceive the world and how this affects our ability to navigate every day life. Are you positive and upbeat? Or do you complain about everything? If you're not happy with the current way you view ... Show More

18m 43s

Jun 2016

Sneak Peek

There are a lot of fads, a lot of strong opinions and a lot of blogs, but then there’s SCIENCE. Science Vs is the new show from Gimlet Media that finds out what’s fact, what’s not, and what’s somewhere in between. We do the hard work of sifting through all the science so you don' ... Show More

3m 27s

Dec 2022

Brand New Research: 8 Simple & Surprising Changes That Improve Your Life

In this episode, I am sharing 8 brand new studies and exciting new research about simple changes supported by science that can help you improve your day to day life, like… How to cut your gym time IN HALF and still get the same benefits. < ... Show More

56m 23s

Mar 2022

Here’s What’s Coming Up!

There’s tons of misinformation, fads and strong opinions floating around out there — but then there’s SCIENCE. Find it here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1m 47s

The Benefits of Cursing & How the World...