shingles virus
Virus that causes shingles, reactivates in nervous system, linked to inflammation and dementia
simulation hypothesis
A scientific theory proposing that space and time are emergent phenomena and not fundamental.
simulation theory
A scientific theory suggesting the universe is a simulation.
Sistema inmunológico
Sistema inmunológico defiende al cuerpo contra infecciones y enfermedades.
Sláinte Care
Sláinte Care is Ireland's national health reform program aimed at improving healthcare delivery.
slavery
A state of being controlled or dominated by something, often used metaphorically for psychological control.
sleep quality
Research on sleep quality and its effects on cognition in older adults
small wins
The concept of small wins, which are minor achievements that contribute to building confidence.
sofa theory
A psychological concept suggesting that searching for a romantic partner should be approached like shopping for a sofa.
soft evening
Abstract idea about relaxing and not being productive during the evening, originating from slow living philosophy.
sola scriptura
The doctrine emphasizing that the Bible is the sole infallible rule of faith and practice in Christianity
Son of Man
A biblical figure, the Son of Man, a title Jesus uses for Himself, emphasizing His humanity and divine authority.
sourdough
A fermented bread made from sourdough, which has some health benefits over other breads.
South
The South, East, and West are symbolic directions representing support, empathy, and wonder, respectively.
space
The space or void element, representing the vast, intangible, and formless aspect of existence.
spermatophore
A reproductive structure in scorpions that is dropped on the ground and used during mating.
Spirit
The Holy Spirit, the third person of the Christian Trinity, believed to empower believers and distribute spiritual gifts.
sports nutrition
A dietary supplement and sports nutrition company that emphasizes sourcing, quality, transparency, and trust.
stagflation
The term 'stagflation' refers to an economic condition characterized by stagnant growth and rising inflation.
Stocks
Stocks, financial instruments representing ownership in companies.
strike zone
The strike zone in baseball, the area over home plate through which pitches must pass to be called strikes.
super funds
Super funds are investment funds managed for retirement savings in Australia.
Super Rugby Pacific
Super Rugby Pacific is a rugby union competition involving teams from Australia, New Zealand, and other countries.
supper club
A traditional social dining establishment originating in Wisconsin, often serving food in a cozy setting.
Supreme Reality
The Supreme Reality, an abstract, ineffable ultimate truth that defies verbalization and conceptualization.
Teals
Australian independent politicians known as the Teals, advocating for progressive policies and environmental issues.
technology
The technology used in AFL for video review and decision support.
Terror Birds
Terror Birds, also called the family of Forest Rackids, were large, flightless predatory birds from South America.
The Calamity Club
Historical fiction set in 1933 Oxford, Mississippi, featuring women struggling for survival during the Great Depression
The City We Became
A fictional city that becomes sentient and is the central setting of the novel 'The City We Became'.
The DAO
The DAO was a decentralized autonomous organization built on Ethereum, aimed at collective fund management.
The Five Resets
A book authored by Aditi Nerurkar outlining five strategies to rewire the brain and body for less stress.
The Great Simplification
A fictional scenario depicting contraction with ecological stewardship and coordination.
The Machine
Secret organization at the University of Alabama, known as The Machine.
The Meaning of Your Life
A program developed by Arthur Brooks focusing on finding meaning in life
The Numbers
The Detroit Numbers was an illegal underground lottery business operated by Fannie Davis.
The Odyssey
The Odyssey, an ancient Greek epic poem attributed to Homer, foundational to Western literature.
the one
A concept referring to the romantic idea of finding 'the one' in a partner.
the providence of God
The biblical and theological doctrine concerning God's control over all that happens in the universe.
The Reset You Actually Need
A mini-series focused on personal development and overcoming feeling stuck.
thetan
An immortal spiritual being in Scientology, capable of controlling matter, energy, space, and time.
throat chakra
A spiritual energy center located in the throat, the throat chakra was discussed in relation to emotional expression.
TikTok Click Shock
Podcast hosted by Brooke and Jeffrey discussing viral TikTok videos
time
A concept referring to the abstract idea of the passage of time and its effects on life and actions
timeless awareness
The ultimate state of spontaneous presence and natural luminosity, free from duality and conceptual elaboration.
time perception
The human perception of the passage of time, involving neural processes and psychological factors.
Titanosaurs
A genus of massive, long-necked sauropod dinosaurs that lived during the Cretaceous period, known for their enormous size.
tobacco industry
Australian tobacco industry worth billions, with illegal trade impacting revenue.
townhouse
Townhouses are a type of residential property, often used for investment or living.
toxins
Chemical substances that can negatively affect the body, found in various everyday products.