Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchThe Awesome Life and Contributions of Albert Einstein & How Ambitious Are You
Episode 917
What is the best (or worst) seat on a commercial airliner? That kind of depends on whether you mean safest, healthiest, or most comfortable seat. Thi…
3 years ago
SYSK Choice: The Hidden Chemistry in Everything & Why Scientists Can’t Define Life
Episode 916
When you order something online, do you then track the package to see where it is and when it is coming? This episode begins with the results of a su…
3 years ago
Strange Stories About Amazing People & Extraordinary Lessons from Great Athletes
Episode 915
A lot of people still send checks in the mail. Increasingly that is becoming a bad idea. Listen as I reveal why postal authorities and banks are reco…
3 years ago
How Your Brain Predicts Your Reality & How To Be Calm and Why Should Be
Episode 914
Is it bad to charge your phone overnight? Is it okay to use your phone while it is charging? We start this episode with some of the facts and myths a…
3 years ago
SYSK Choice: Why Hidden Fees are “Gotcha” Capitalism & The Origins of Slang
Episode 913
We have probably all gotten a little more conscientious at washing our hands more frequently. Still, a lot of us are not washing correctly or with pr…
3 years ago
Why We Often Misunderstand Each Other & Why Are Toxic Chemicals In Your Clothes?
Episode 912
People often complain they get sick when they fly on an airplane. And they claim the problem is the recirculated air passengers breathe. That’s actua…
3 years ago
The Science of Innovation & When Doctors Make Mistakes
Episode 911
Did you know that all people with blue eyes are related to each other? That is just one of the fascinating things we explore as I begin this episode …
3 years ago
SYSK Choice: What Watching Sports Does to You & What Happy Couples Do
Episode 910
A lot of health and beauty advice has been passed down over many generations. And a lot of it is just plain wrong! Listen as this episode begins with…
3 years ago
Why Do People Swear So Much? & How to Quickly Build Your Confidence
Episode 909
Want to significantly improve your chances of a getting a good night’s sleep? This episode begins with a simple technique you can do today that can i…
3 years ago
What Makes Things Funny & Really Interesting Facts You Didn’t Know About Water
Episode 908
Ever wonder how spiders get into your house? This episode begins with an explanation and some ideas on how to make your home less appealing to spider…
3 years, 1 month ago