Dr. Shelby Riskin is a professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Toronto. Recently she was a part of a mind blowing discovery found in the soil underneath a newly developed Toronto park. Today we are going to talk about what was found, the history of wetlands, how they relate to the Climate Crisis and most importantly - how "Climate Optimism" may be the key to surviving the "Climate Crisis". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 22, 2025•55 min
To cleanse the timeline, and ease up on constant episodes about the attack on science - it is our bi-annual pop culture episode!!! We talk about our reaction to "Life of a Showgirl" by Taylor Swift. The Bad Bunny Superbowl halftime show (and how often Greg has cried to DtMF). Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau. Why "One Battle After Another" made us fight. The new Rosalia announcement. And the constant dragging of gay people on halloween!!! Enjoy - back to science content next week Hosted on Acast. S...
Oct 15, 2025•1 hr 2 min
Science is slowly deteriorating. You might not realize it, but it is being impacted from all angles. Artificial Intelligence is a huge culprit. Paper mills, doctors being replaced by CaBot, ChatGPT stealing from science fields and flooding articles. So what is going to happen? Today we are going to explain why science is slowly being ruined by AI and what you can do to help - the first thing you need to understand is WHAT it is doing. THANK YOU FOR LISTENING AND PLEASE SHARE! Hosted on Acast. Se...
Oct 08, 2025•50 min
Sleep - one of the most important things in the world. We aren't kidding - from a health perspective - SLEEP IS KEY! So today we are going to explain to you some up to date research and tips on how to fall asleep faster. THANK US LATER! These are new ways to make your brain relaxed, which help you get more sleep and ensure that you feeling RESTED! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 01, 2025•33 min
Autism rates are on the rise - and right now in America Donald Trump claims the rise is due to Tylenol use during pregnancy. Other experts claim it has to do with pollutants, oothers say screen time, others say plastics leeching into our water ... but what actually is causing autism rates to increase? Today we use the up to date science, real research and contemporary data to explain what is ACTUALLY going on! This is an important episode based on what is happening right now in the news so pleas...
Sep 23, 2025•44 min
The science of concerts, why are they so popular right now? Why they decrease stress, anxiety and even depression. Wait, are concerts physiologically on par with religion. Why do concerts elicit states of memory loss, and why are they so stimulating! We will talk about the Bad Bunny residency, Lady Gaga in Toronto, Tate McRae, Lorde - and some of our favorite memories from Rosalia and why Greg is so inspired to create paintings about euphoria at concerts. LET'S GOO!!!!!! Hosted on Acast. See aca...
Sep 17, 2025•59 min
Today we are talking about working out, toxic masculinity and the crisis of male identity with "YourFriendKevin" aka. Kevin McDonald. As a popular twitch streamer and personal trainer he has lots to say about toxic masculinity and the state of "work out culture" right now. Working out, the gym, steroids - MALE BODIES have become a pretty intense concept due to on online algorithms and the state of the internet today. We explain the science of toxic masculinity, how it relates to working out and ...
Sep 10, 2025•55 min
The HPV vaccine is essential. We didn't have it until recently and we regret it. It can decrease you ability to get genital warts - but mostly importantly can decrease your susceptibility to THROAT, ANAL AND VAGINAL CANCERS! Today we are breaking down all the science of HPV, and explaining why you need your HPV vaccine. Also how it related to the queer community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 03, 2025•41 min
Today we are talking about the Coldplay CEO being fired, Bieber's new album, the Zelda announcement and Donkey Kong as well. We will update on Lorde, the Bad Bunny residency and more hot gossip-y topics. It is a pause on the science for some extra fun this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 23, 2025•48 min
Today we are recapping Love Island USA - while also explaining the science of jealousy, what love addiction is, how to deal with jealousy and why reality tv is so popular from a psychological perspective. STUDYTIME: The Science of Love Island WDWLTW: the best way to live to 100 when did the word "homosexuality" come into existence? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 16, 2025•51 min
Is human consciousness real? Or is just a hallucination? Do animals have consciousness, and how does this all relate to spirituality? Today we bring the up to date science on consciousness, the history of how we got here? Why is it always so MINDBLOWING TO LEARN ABOUT - and we essentially both have panic attacks, lol LET'S GO! STUDYTIME: Is human consciousness real? WDWLTW: more fruits and vegetables = better sleep octopus on MDMA ecstasy and fun Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...
Jul 09, 2025•48 min
Are you Type A or Type B? This is a question you may have been asked - or you might think you are one over the other. The psychology of personality types is a huge deal online - and it can even inform the way you live your life. Today we explain all of the science and psychology about Type A vs. Type B and figure out if there is any validity at ALL to these claims. STUDYTIME: Are you Type A or Type B and what does that mean? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jul 02, 2025•47 min
It is our annual pride episode where we update you are ON the QUEER SCIENCE. Why do gay people exist, why does having and older brother make you more likely to be gay, how bad is Grindr for your brain, what makes your semen taste good - AND MORE. HAVE FUN FOLKXXXXXXX WDWLTW: new breakthrough in HIV medication why AI is ruining science Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 25, 2025•44 min
Brain rot is real - and it is likely from us all scrolling our phones. Scrolling our phones leads to a change in our brain that can lead to impatience. Today we talk about the up to date science on attention span, phone use, impatience - and the best ways for us to get our attention spans back. And question - does everyone have ADHD? WDWLTW: which country could survive without international trade? is all "priming research" debunked? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jun 18, 2025•47 min
New studies on pain and mental illness are blowing minds - because a lot of what works best is ... placebo? Today we are talking about the new research on placebo pills, how even imagining taking a pill helps and also how it relates the future of medicine. We even explain exactly HOW placebo pills work. STUDYTIME: why imaginary pills are curing illness! WDWLTW: is decaf coffee as effective as real coffee? when did birds ACTUALLY evolve? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...
Jun 11, 2025•56 min
Erectile dysfunction is growing in men under the age of 40. To the point that researchers are calling it a "crisis in male sexuality". Cialis, Viagra, Blue Chew and other drugs are meant to help - but why is erectile dysfunction on the rise. Today we explain all the recent research and trends around impotence in men. STUDYTIME: Why are men unable to maintain erections? WDWLTW: should you have sex before bed? when did flowering plants evolve? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform...
Jun 04, 2025•46 min
There is actually a lot of difference between the left and right brain. Today we explain the science of brain hemispheric specialization - a fancy term for left brain vs. right brain science. There is a lot of myths in this neuroscience, but also some fascinating truths. It helps you to understand your concept of consciousness as well as how you perceive the world around you. We are obsessed with this science! STUDYTIME: Are you left or right brained? WDWLTW: the science of cuddling the differen...
May 28, 2025•54 min
REGISTRATION FOR OUR BIRD WATCHING EVENT - May 22nd, 6-9 pm HIGH PARK: https://hpncspecialevents.campbrainregistration.com/ Are we interested in older men? Why do we hate Taylor Swift? (I swear we don't) Why are we so vanilla and unaware of butt plugs. IT IS A CALL IN EPISODE - so get ready y'all! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 30, 2025•59 min
ASAPSCIENCE BIRD WATCHING HIKE - REGISTER HERE: https://hpncspecialevents.campbrainregistration.com/ Porn addiction is on the rise, increasing A LOT since the pandemic. Today we are going to talk about what happens in your brain and body when you watch porn, why it is becoming a huge issues for people, and what you can do about it. It is hard to know if you have a bad relationship to porn - so today we will teach you about it. STUDYTIME: What happens to your brain when you scroll porn sites WDWL...
Apr 23, 2025•54 min
Registration for our HIGH PARK BIRDWATCHING EVENT: https://hpncspecialevents.campbrainregistration.com/ Today we take you on an amazing step by step journey into bird watching. It turns out that once you start bird watching, you are more likely to become an environmentalist, appreciate nature and donate more to conservationist efforts. It’s relaxing and life changing so you need to START RIGHT NOW! The birds are HERE Y'ALL - and this podcast will help you find them. Also come to our event! STUDY...
Apr 16, 2025•41 min
AsapSCIENCE ANNUAL BIRD WATCHING HIKE - MAY 22nd 6-9 pm: Registration Portal: https://hpncspecialevents.campbrainregistration.com Website Event Page: https://highparknaturecentre.com/event/sp25-asapscience/ UPDATE ON QUITTING WEED. There are new studies coming out about why it is so hard to quit weed, and why it might be time to start thinking about it. We will go through effective strategies to understand when you know it is time to stop or slow down - and what studies say about how to quit. Ma...
Apr 09, 2025•1 hr 2 min
Pre-workout is the most popular supplement amongst young people next to multivitamins. It has creatine, caffeine, and beta alanine which has known to cause skin itching. Today we break down all the science of what is in pre-workout, how it works and whether or not it is dangerous! STUDYTIME: Is pre-workout dangerous? WDWLTW: what makes a "good day" how to get better media sources in Canada Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Mar 26, 2025•52 min
Today we are are doing another pop culture breakdown to get y'all caught up. What do we think of Lady Gaga's MAYHEM, did Mitch like the end of Traitors? Is white lotus losing it's magic? Why is King Charles obsessed with Afro-beats and is Meghan Markle real? Today we leave it all on THE POD - GOOD LUCK SURVIVING THESE HOT TAKES HAHAHAHAHHAHA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 12, 2025•54 min
Butt plug use is on the rise - and new studies have found out why. Today we talk about what happens when you use a butt plug, why they are so popular and what the risks might be. WE HAD NO IDEA THEY WERE SO POPULAR! STUDYTIME: How do butt plugs work? WDWTLW: update on the COVID vaccine how intergenerational trauma is passed on genetically Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Mar 05, 2025•55 min
Increasing dietary fiber is one of the biggest health trends of right now, but is there any scientific proof as to why we should be consuming more fiber? There are even fiber supplements or brands like Pure For Men which pitch selling fiber capsules as ways to improve your health, but how do they work. Today we talk about what foods contain the most fiber, soluble and insoluble fiber and how you can use science to become more healthy. STUDYTIME: Is fiber the best nutrient of all time? WDWLTW: wh...
Feb 26, 2025•57 min
Tomato and peanut butter sandwich, top vers bottom, call in's about cock rings and why are you vomitting? This is our fourth call in episode. We are back to the science next week, but for now PIPING HOT TEA! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 19, 2025•50 min
Are we becoming parents? What did we think of the Superbowl half time show? What type of school system is our favourite? TODAY IS A CALL IN EPISODE! To call in an ask us a question go to asapscience.com/chat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 12, 2025•48 min
Cock rings, tension rings or constriction rings are a "sex toy" that is on the rise in men. More cock rings than ever are being used right now with over 50% of gay and bisexual men currently using them. So why have they become popular, how do they work and are there any issues with sliding a cock ring over your penis and testicles? STUDYTIME: Why are cock rings so popular? WDWLTW why it is good to ITCH the largest cannabis study ever completed Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...
Feb 05, 2025•57 min
50 percent of people by the age of 50 will get a hemorrhoid. Millions of people have them around the world - and therefore new treatments are necessary to deal with this annoying disease. Today we talk about what hemorrhoids are, the history of them, what symptoms there are and how new treatments could help you deal with them. Also Greg will let you in on all the juicy details of his hemorrhoid named "Jenny" STUDYTIME: What are hemorrhoids and how do you get rid of them? WDWLTW: how long does it...
Jan 29, 2025•49 min
The news is horrible right now - or is it? Today we explain why one of us is giving up, and the other is trying to reach into psychology and science to cope - but in the end is there a solution? Trump's inauguration, tariff's, racism, inequality, gun rights, statues, labour issues, war, genocide - are things actually getting worse or is it all in your head? STUDYTIME: Why do things feel so bad right now? WDWLTW: AI predicting weather is peeing contagious? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...
Jan 22, 2025•1 hr 8 min
