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AsapSCIENCEwww.asapscience.com
Each week Greg and Mitch of AsapSCIENCE explain the science behind a controversial subject. They use studies, recent research and anecdotes to keep you entertained while *BAM* simultaneously LEARNING!

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Episodes

Seasonal Affective Disorder: How To Stop Your Winter Blues

Today we are talking about seasonal affective disorder - SAD, really. We'll discuss what seasonal affective disorder is, how you can mitigate it, what it does to your body, and who has it the worst. What did we learn this week? 0:26 Your lungs and breathing 0:38 Fatherhood 4:30 Studytime: 12:16 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 02, 202246 min

TikTok Addiction: How Bad Is It?

Today we are talking about TikTok addiction. We are going to talk about why TikTok is so addictive. Is it more addictive than video games? Are we truly living through an unprecedented time for this specific scary social media. What did we learn this week? 3:04 Suppressing Memories 3:10 Why mosquitos like some people more than others 6:37 Studytime: 9:23 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Oct 26, 202250 min

Urine: What Your Pee Says About You!

Today we are talking about pee AKA urine. We’re going to be talking about how it works in your body and what the color of your pee actually says about you. We’ll also be learning some really cool ways pee has been used historically and scientifically. What did we learn this week? 3:23 Comparing Urban and Nature sounds 3:44 Monkey Pox Update 8:06 Studytime: 13:05 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Oct 19, 202247 min

Breast Milk: Why Are Bodybuilders Using it?

Today we are talking about breast milk. Is it the new superfood? Why are bodybuilders using it? And some interesting but a little concerning research that came out recently. What did we learn this week? 3:56 Deja Vu 4:10 The Amazon is being cut down 7:54 Studytime: 12:53 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 12, 202243 min

Carbon Capture: Is It Possible?

Today we are talking about carbon capture. We're going explain exactly what it is. This is basically when companies want to take carbon out of the air with technology. Is it possible? is it legitimate? We're going to get into the science behind it. What did we learn this week 4:42 Mostly all Bonobos are Bisexual 5:00 Double Decker Buses 7:37 Studytime:18:49 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Oct 05, 202246 min

Cults: Who Is More Susceptible?

Today we are talking about cults. Who in society is the most susceptible to becoming part of a cult? If you’re obsessed with something, is that a cult? We’re going to get into the science and psychology around these very pervasive popular things. What did we learn this week? 10:45 Cutest experiment of all time 11:26 A pill for antiaging in fly's 13:23 Studytime: 17:34 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 28, 202254 min

Wine Tasting: Is It BS?

Today we are talking and wine. We'll be talking about blind taste tests. Are sommeliers real? Does wine affect your brain? This is all because we kind of love wine What did we learn this week? 5:39 Processed Foods 5:58 Music Could Be A Pain Killer 10:40 Studytime: 17:21 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 21, 202253 min

People Are Having Sex Less (This Is Why)

Today we are talking about Sex. In particular why less people are having it than ever before. What is going on? Let's get to the bottom of it. What did we learn this week? 11:51 The impact of Vegetarianism 12:35 Pufferfish Poison 17:00 Studytime:20:50 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 14, 202249 min

Wet Dreams: Will Everyone Get One?

Today we are talking about wet dreams, also known in the science community as nocturnal emissions. There’s actually quite a bit of science about what happens to our dingalings down there when we fall asleep and have an orgasm. What did we learn this week? 7:37 New research suggests up to 40% of all Alzheimer's cases could be prevented or delayed 8:23 Genitals evolve the fastest of any body part 13:02 Studytime: 18:37 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 07, 202256 min

Botox: Why Injecting Poison Works (RE-RELEASE)

I know we all love thinking about AGING, so today we are talking about BOTOX. We’ll be exploring what it actually is, how it effects your face (or wherever else you’re putting it!), as well as aging. Plus, we’re chatting about why aging happens to your body and sharing some groundbreaking research around the subject What Did We Learn This Week? 0:24 This Tiny Creature Can Exist Between Life and Death? 0:37 98% Of the Mass of Most Living Organisms Are Only Made of 6 Elements?! 3:40 Studytime 8:02...

Aug 31, 202253 min

Porn Addiction (RE-RELEASE)

Today we are talking about your brain on Porn. We’re sharing up-to-date research about how porn essentially affects your neurons. We’ll discuss how to understand if you have a healthy relationship with it and how to cope with it. The Science is honestly fascinating. What did we learn this Week 0:36 Some countries prefer male babies over female babies?!? 1:08 There are 4 types of cannabis plants according to science 4:09 Studytime:9:08 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Aug 24, 202255 min

The Apocalypse: Is It Already Happening?

Today we are talking about the Apocalypse. Are we currently in an Apocalypse? What is our threat of nuclear war? When these things potentially happen, what can you do to survive? What skills do you need to have? What did we learn this week? 4:52 The moon rotates around the earth every 28 days 5:00 Thinking hard can actually drain you 10:34 Studytime: 16:30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Aug 17, 202257 min

Cold Showers: Can They Slow Aging?

Today we are talking about cold showers. Can they expand your life? Can they make your life better? Can they give you energy? Can they slow the aging process? We're also going to be talking about showers in general. Does washing your body make your more oily? These are the things we want to talk about. What did we learn this week? 3:47 What kind of person do you associate with a vegetarian or vegan 4:24 The earliest reproductive organism 10:19 Studytime: 17:20 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...

Aug 10, 202252 min

PrEP: Is It Secretly Dangerous?

Today we are talking about PrEP which is a drug you take, to prep in some ways to preventively not get HIV. Super fascinating! We know lots of people who are on it, so we wanted to talk about the science and the history AND if it’s safe. What did we learn this week? 5:10 The colour of the white wine bottle has a big impact on the taste of the wine 6:45 Perfectionism 11:11 Studytime: 17:36 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Aug 03, 202249 min

Heatwaves: How Bad Is This?

Today we are taking about heatwaves. How there's been a seemingly crazy rise in the amount of extreme weather events we're witnessing and seeing online. What that means and why it's happening. What we should do about it, should we be scared or not? We're talking about heat, its hot ya'll! What did we learn this week? 8:28 The number one threat to food security in the next 20 years is increased demand for water 8:50 Clothing designed to keep you cool or hot 22:30 Studytime: 28:58 Hosted on Acast....

Jul 27, 20221 hr

Doppelgangers: Does Everyone Have One?

Today we are talking about Doppelgangers. The German word for double Goer. Are there people out there, on this planet that look just like you. Statistically, scientifically, what is going on with the concept of people looking the same! What did we learn this week? 7:58 Tea and Tea leaves 8:05 How do you feel about reaching out to a friend you haven't spoken to in a while 11:48 Studytime: 16:23 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jul 20, 202253 min

Gout: It's On The Rise (And GREG HAS IT)

Today we are talking about gout. A disease you probably believed was for old medieval men and yet, Greg has it! we're going to talk about what it is, why it's on the rise right now. Particularly in millennials. We're going to talk about Greg's and how he deals with it. What did we learn this week? 6:41 How we can give up our alliance on Russian oil 10:30 Trying more skills can make you more successful 18:13 Studytime: 25:24 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jul 13, 202256 min

Abortion: The Science and Statistics

Today we are talking about science, statistics and the real information surrounding abortion. With what happened in the states with Roe vs Wade getting overturned, we thought it would be a good time to reinvestigate what science and actual data has to say about what happened. What did we learn this week? 4:53 Dyslexia affects upwards of 20% of the population 5:03 In the 1960s stewardess on airlines had lots of rules and regulations 11:11 Studytime: 18:58 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...

Jul 06, 20221 hr 7 min

Why Are Some People Gay? And Other Queer Science #PRIDE

AsapSCIENCE delves into the science of why some people are gay, discussing the "older brother effect" and the role of maternal immune systems and epigenetics based on a large Netherlands study. The hosts also recount their experiences at Toronto Pride, including the physiological effects of partying with alcohol and THC, the science of hangovers, and reflections on the joyous yet sometimes overwhelming atmosphere, emphasizing the privilege of celebrating freely.

Jun 29, 202254 min

Body Dysmorphia: Is It On The Rise?

Today we are talking about Body Dysmorphia. What is it? How is it diagnosed? Is it on the rise? Is it actually more popular in men than women? There’s a lot of science behind the physiology of what it means. What did we learn this week? 8:29 How your brain controls the symptoms of your sickness 8:40 How stress impacts your body 12:29 Studytime: 18:30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jun 22, 20221 hr 6 min

Sunscreen: How Bad Is It?

Today we're talking about sunscreen and summer. And we're going to be discussing what happens when you get a sunburn? How sunscreen actually works and whether or not its bad for you, should we be worried about what is in sunscreen? What did we learn this week? 17:16 retro reflection 17:42 Scallops are just the muscles that help open the scallop 21:28 Studytime: 27:54 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jun 15, 20221 hr 23 min

Always Tired? Scientific Tips To Help!!

https://melscience.com/sBHo/ Today we are talking about feeling tired. Do you always feel tired? because I know I do. We're going to be going over the top sort of fact research tips around feeling more energized and less lethargic during the day. As well as getting in to sleep deprivation and what that does to your body and your brain! What did we learn this week? 3:17 Between 2017 and 2019 over 1 Million youth became daily nicotine users 4:14 White tailed deer get Covid 9:07 Studytime 14:34 Hos...

Jun 08, 20221 hr 4 min

Foreskin: To Cut Or Not To Cut?

Today we are talking about foreskin. We're talking about why people get circumcised, should it happen? Does foreskin effect your sexual intenseness. What did we learn this week? 5:36 Children with same sex parents 6:01 Biking is the closest thing to flying humans will get in our lifetime 10:47 Studytime: 18:26 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 01, 202255 min

Consciousness: Where Does It Come From?

Today we are talking about consciousness because well its your and my life! If you're listening right now you have consciousness. We are going to be talking about the science behind it, what's going on in your brain, and this new interesting theory of how it actually works. Also do animals have it? What did we learn this week? 7:21 Why your eyes get red and itchy when your sleep deprived 7:45 Diet related green-house gas emissions from the US have fallen 35% 12:11 Studytime:17:58 Hosted on Acast...

May 25, 20221 hr 1 min

Horny? The Science of Sexual Arousal!

Today we are talking about Horniness! Getting Horny. What is happening in your brain? Why do some people get hornier than other people? And how does Horniness effect your decision making! (NSFW) What did I learn this week? 3:19 Ibuprofen use and chronic pain 3:39 How the voice in your head can reduce stress 10:20 Studytime:15:41 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 18, 20221 hr 2 min

Migraines: The Insane Brain Science

Today we are talking about the most common brain disease in the world migraines! We're going to explain what they, what triggers them, how you can cope with them and how we can understand up to date scientific concepts of the brain in order to live with this gosh dang thing! What did we learn this week? 5:37 Should you sleep in the same bed as your partner? 7:04 The inside of cells 12:13 Studytime:18:34 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

May 04, 202259 min

Birding: How To Get Started

Today we are talking about Bird watching. We are going to explain why it makes you happier, how to do it, how to get started as a beginner and essentially how to change your life because truly this is a hobby I picked up two years ago and I've never been happier in my gosh dang life!! What did we learn this week? 4:06 Emotions are the brains response to predicting what's going to happen 5:12 Let's play a game!! 15:02 Studytime: 19:45 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Apr 20, 20221 hr 13 min

ChapStick: Does It Even Work?

Today we are talking about LIP CHAP! Gunna make those lips nice and plump. The question is though... Does it even work? If it does, how does it work? or is there a potential that it's worse for you to use it in the first place? You might be better off keeping those lips nice and clean. What did we learn this week? 8:18 Scientists have taken spiderwebs and turned them into music 10:19 People are working way more hours now that we work from home 15:20 Studytime: 19:48 Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...

Apr 13, 202250 min

GHB: The New Dangerous Gay Drug

Today we are talking about GHB. If you don't know about this its a relatively new drug used in party circles. particularly popular in the gay community, but it is also the date rape drug. So TW about today. We are going to be talking about drug use but also relating it to sexual abuse and also why people are even choosing to do this drug in the first place. What did we learn this week? 5:55 Sneezing 6:10 A magnetic turd that could help human digestion 11:33 Studytime: 16:00 Hosted on Acast. See ...

Apr 06, 202248 min

Bodybuilding: Healthy Habit Or Toxic Trait? Ft Paul Hynes

Today we are talking about bodybuilding with my literal body building coach aka my fitness coach. We're going to be learning about what bodybuilding is compared to power lifting, compared to Olympic lifting. We're going to be talking about tones of fitness advice and going over some really cool research on the exact amount of strength training you should be doing in a week to optimize yourself! What did we learn this week? 5:18 The more you change your location in a day helps to improve your men...

Mar 30, 20221 hr 13 min
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