Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchThe Microchip Shortage and How it Affects You & Why Smart People Make Bad Choices
Episode 827
Still need to get some holiday shopping done? One of the biggest stressors is trying to find a parking spot. So, this episode begins with some smart …
3 years, 7 months ago
SYSK Choice: How to Train a Human (or Dog) & Why English Has Changed
Episode 826
We are taught that jealousy and envy are not particularly productive emotions. Well, maybe – and maybe not. This episode begins with a look at how je…
3 years, 7 months ago
Where Christmas Traditions Come From & How to Talk With Children
Episode 825
When you go to a restaurant, there are some things you may not want to touch. Why? Well, because they are crawling with germs and just kinda gross. T…
3 years, 7 months ago
The Surprising Benefits of Religion & What Living In Outer Space Does To A Person
Episode 824
Especially around the holidays, wouldn’t it be great if you could get more done in less time? Listen as I explain a simple strategy that works amazin…
3 years, 7 months ago
SYSK Choice: Making Good On Your Best Intentions & What Your Brain Is Doing Now
Episode 823
The Christmas season is full of stories and traditions. This episode begins with some facts about Christmas you may have never heard before. For exam…
3 years, 7 months ago
How to Optimize Your Argument Skills & Tips to Instantly Improve Your Writing
The holiday season is when we are most likely to give to those less fortunate. However, if you are going to give, there are some things that homeless…
3 years, 7 months ago
How to Sleep Like You’ve Never Slept Before & Sharpening Your Assertiveness Skills
Episode 821
“Warning: Do Not Remove This Tag Under Penalty of Law”. For many years every pillow and mattress carried a tag with that warning. Today the language …
3 years, 7 months ago
SYSK Choice: The Science Behind Human Quirks & Why Counting is Complicated
Episode 820
During the holiday season, you likely use a lot of power strips to plug in lights and decorations. This episode begins with some advice about what NE…
3 years, 7 months ago
Why You Need to Play More & The Good News and Bad News About Habits
Episode 819
The FedEx logo is legendary. It has won countless awards. Everyone who knows about logos says it is fabulous. Why? This episode begins with a look at…
3 years, 7 months ago
How Scarcity Influences What You Buy & How Social Media Clouds Your Perception
Episode 818
Your doctor is supposed to wash his or her hands between patients. But sometimes doctors forget. Would you speak up if you saw that and ask your doct…
3 years, 7 months ago