Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchWhy Some Ideas Change the World & Black Holes: Science’s Greatest Enigma - SYSK Choice
Episode 1382
The lottery is one of the few games where everyone knows the odds are terrible—and millions of people play anyway. Why? It turns out there are some f…
4 months ago
How Your Beliefs Control Your Future & Why Climate Solutions Need a Rethink
Episode 1381
Nothing can ruin a meal faster than someone loudly slurping soup, coffee, or noodles. At least that's what many people think. Yet in some cultures, s…
4 months ago
SYSK TRENDING - The Extraordinary Benefits of Watching Sports
With all of the recent excitement surrounding the NBA & Stanley Cup finals and the World Cup you might wonder why do millions of people spend hours e…
4 months ago
How GPS Quietly Runs the World & When Illness Has No Obvious Cause
Episode 1380
Ever notice when you hear someone talking on the phone nearby it’s hard not to listen? You are only hearing one-side of the conversation and that can…
4 months ago
How to Avoid Life's Biggest Regrets & The Meaning of Swear Words – SYSK Choice
Episode 1379
A great burger looks simple—but barbecue experts know there is a surprising amount of science and technique behind getting it just right. From choosi…
4 months, 1 week ago
Surprising Factors That Influence What You Buy & The Strange Story of Ice
Episode 1378
Why do mosquitoes seem to love some people and completely ignore others? It isn't your imagination. Researchers have identified several factors that …
4 months, 1 week ago
SYSK TRENDING - The Power of Scarcity
Have you ever bought something because it was "almost sold out" or because a sale was ending at midnight? If so, you're not alone. Scarcity is one of…
4 months, 1 week ago
Is Marriage Dying? & How Top Performers Build Confidence
Episode 1377
Most people have heard of the "dark web," but what exactly is it? Is it really a hidden corner of the internet where criminals and bad actors operate…
4 months, 1 week ago
Changed Human History & Why Volcanoes Matter-SYSK Choice
Episode 1376
Most arguments seem to be about just one thing: money, chores, politics, parenting, work, or whatever sparked the disagreement. But according to expe…
4 months, 2 weeks ago
The Magical Appeal of Bacon & How Your Emotions Cost You Money
Episode 1375
When you visit a doctor, you assume the diagnosis and treatment will be based entirely on your symptoms and medical history. But there is another fac…
4 months, 2 weeks ago