Magic Words That Influence Others & How Feeling Healthy Makes It So
If you’re having a rough day, there’s one oddly specific body part you can wash that appears to boost your mood—even though the science behind it makes little sense. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21...
11 Des 202546min
Secrets of Christmas Classic Movies & The Curious Story of Eggnog – Bonus Holiday Episode
Eggnog is one of the strangest holiday traditions we have — a creamy mix of eggs, milk, spices, and often a splash of rum. Yet people look forward to it every December. Where did this unusual drink co...
9 Des 202530min
The Untold Story of the Christmas Tree & The New Rules of Eating Out
A yawn spreads quickly. You see someone yawn, you think about yawning, or you even read the word “yawn”—and suddenly you’re doing it too. This episode begins by looking at why yawning is so contagious...
8 Des 202549min
Why Audiences Behave the Way They Do & The Hidden Benefits of Uncertainty - SYSK Choice
Who doesn’t love the smell of a fresh Christmas tree? That unmistakable pine scent isn’t just nostalgic — it may actually have measurable benefits. We start this episode with a look at why the aroma o...
6 Des 202547min
Our Obsession with Aliens & The Dangers of Loneliness and Isolation
When you’re asked to “sign in blue or black ink,” is that actually the law — or just an outdated rule we all obey? We begin with the surprising truth about which ink colors really matter when you’re s...
4 Des 202549min
Origins of the Office Christmas Party & Pro Advice for Great Holiday Videos – Bonus Holiday Episode
There was a time when the office Christmas party was the highlight of the corporate year — big budgets, elaborate celebrations, and stories that still get whispered decades later. But how did this tra...
2 Des 202529min
The Psychology of Being “Played for a Sucker” & Food Myths That Won’t Die
Ever wonder why some people seem naturally gifted at music? It turns out your personality may have more to do with musical ability than you think. This episode begins with research identifying which p...
1 Des 202549min
The Powerful Benefits of Nostalgia & Why Games Are More Than Just Fun - SYSK Choice
Does your place in the family — firstborn, middle child, or youngest — really shape who you are? Birth-order theory has been debated for decades. This episode begins by exploring what science actually...
29 Nov 202550min
