Explain This

The world is getting increasingly complex, yet our attention spans are getting shorter. Do you wish someone could just explain everything to you as if you were a five-year-old kid? Are you curious about science, philosophy, history, life and the world in general, but don't know where to start learning everything from scratch? Welcome to Explain This, where we'll untangle the complexities of life and the universe, one bite-sized, child-friendly explanation at a time!

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11 - Resonance

How can you shatter a wine glass with perfect singing? Why do I get goosebumps when I listen to sweet tunes? What have vibrations got to do with finding a soulmate? Today we'll learn about the science of resonance and vibrations, followed by an alternative interpretation of resonance and how it can positively impact our lives! Email: explainthiscast@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/explainthiscast Twitter: https://twitter.com/ExplainThisCast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expla...

Jan 13, 2021•17 min•Season 1Ep. 11

10 - Fever

Why do we get fevers when we're sick? How do paracetamol and ibuprofen work? How did doctors in the early 20th century "fight fire with fire" using fever as a treatment? Let's learn about the cool (and hot) ways the body controls it's internal environment - and what happens when it goes pear-shaped! Email: explainthiscast@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/explainthiscast Twitter: https://twitter.com/ExplainThisCast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/explainthiscast/...

Jan 06, 2021•19 min•Season 1Ep. 10

09 - New Year's Resolution

Why do New Year's Resolutions never work? What's the best way to plan for and action positive life change? What should the theme of my year be, and what is a Yearly Theme even? This episode, we learn about how SMART goals and Yearly Themes will help you lose weight, save money, get stuff done and generally become a better, more awesome you in 2021! Special thanks to @CortexPodcast for introducing me to Yearly Themes! Watch this awesome video by CGP Grey if this episode wasn't enough to convince ...

Dec 29, 2020•21 min•Season 1Ep. 9

08 - Trolley Problem

Is it right to let one person die to save five people? What do doctors, terrorists and self-driving cars have in common? How come Jin keeps pronouncing "lever" differently each time? We return to another thought experiment and go deep into the world of morality and ethics, while picking up some tips on how to look out for our own happiness! Email: explainthiscast@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/ExplainThisCast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/explainthiscast...

Dec 22, 2020•18 min•Season 1Ep. 8

07 - Spaced Repetition

Why do I keep forgetting my anniversary date? How can I get better grades with flashcards? What's the easiest way to memorise the names of every Pokémon? Today Jin shares his not-so-secret, but super powerful study technique: spaced repetition! If you want to try Anki (free for web version and Android), follow this link: https://apps.ankiweb.net/ Forgetting curve graph: https://i.imgur.com/z4Q0hBT.png Email: explainthiscast@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/ExplainThisCast Facebook: https:/...

Dec 08, 2020•20 min•Season 1Ep. 7

06 - Blood Type

If my friend is A+ and I'm B-, is their blood superior to mine? What would happen if I injected myself with monkey blood? Why would a mother's body try to kill it's own baby in the womb? Today we'll learn all about the fascinating world of blood transfusions and how scientific discoveries and awesome, altruistic people have saved millions of lives! Email: explainthiscast@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/ExplainThisCast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/explainthiscast...

Dec 01, 2020•22 min•Season 1Ep. 6

05 - Flow State

What do musicians, artists and athletes mean when they say they're "in the zone"? What's the happiest state your mind can be in? How do you pronounce Mihály Csíkszentmihályi?? This week, we delve into the wonderful world of positive psychology and learn how to live a happier, more fulfilling life! Or in Jin's case, how to make exam study more bearable. Email: explainthiscast@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/ExplainThisCast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/explainthiscast...

Nov 24, 2020•19 min•Season 1Ep. 5

04 - Compound Interest

When's the best time to start investing? Why is my credit card bill going up despite monthly payments? How can maths help me make money? In this episode, we'll explore the wonderful, scary world of compound interest and how powerful exponential growth can be! I wish someone had explained all of this to me 10 years earlier... Compound interest formula : A = P(1+r)^n (A = future value, P = present value, r = interest rate as decimal, n = number of periods/years) Email: explainthiscast@gmail.com Tw...

Nov 17, 2020•16 min•Season 1Ep. 4

03 - Emotional Intelligence

Why are feelings so darn complicated? How do I avoid my emotions taking over my life? How can I be proactive instead of reactive? Let's delve into the weird world of emotions and learn how we can be more in sync with our feelings to live happier, less stressful lives! Email: explainthiscast@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/ExplainThisCast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/explainthiscast...

Nov 10, 2020•19 min•Season 1Ep. 3

02 - CPR

How can you shock a dead person back to life? What happens when your heart stops beating? Which awesome 80's song should I play in my head while doing CPR? Listen to an emergency doctor explain how CPR works and why it's so important in layman's terms! Email: explainthiscast@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/ExplainThisCast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/explainthiscast...

Nov 03, 2020•18 min•Season 1Ep. 2

01 - Schrödinger's Cat

Who was Erwin Schrödinger and why is his cat so famous? How can quantum physics help us with our career choices and love life? What do you mean I might technically be immortal? Jin dives straight into the deep end on our first episode of Explain This, by tackling the task of explaining one of the most famous and popular thought experiments in science! Email: explainthiscast@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/ExplainThisCast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/explainthiscast...

Oct 28, 2020•18 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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