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Listen to Laura Mead become an expert on any subject in just ONE HOUR. The podcast also features her husband, Chris Mead, trying to keep up.

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Episodes

Prostheses

Laura & Chris learn about famous amputees and the science of prosthetics in this special double-length episode dedicated to Laura's dad Adrian, who lost a leg (but gained a prosthesis) last month.

Jun 15, 2020•55 min•Ep. 4

Richard Feynman

Laura & Chris learn about Richard Feynman, theoretical physicist and amateur bongo player.

May 04, 2020•33 min•Ep. 3

Bees

Laura & Chris learn about bees (a flying insect known for honey production and their role in pollination) - and, more specifically, what their brains can teach us about human society.

Apr 27, 2020•36 min•Ep. 2

The Dunning-Kruger Effect

Laura & Chris learn about the Dunning-Kruger effect - a type of cognitive bias in which people believe that they are smarter and more capable than they really are. We are aware of the irony.

Apr 18, 2020•37 min•Ep. 1

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