orgasm
A physical and psychological response to sexual stimulation, culminating in orgasm.
Oriza glaberrima
A rice variety grown in Africa, known for its hardiness and resistance to pests.
ortho Ebola virus
A disease caused by a virus, specifically the orth Ebola virus, known for causing outbreaks in Africa
Orwurm
German word for earworm, a catchy tune that invades the brain.
Oryza sativa
A rice variety that is a descendant of the Oryza sativa species, domesticated in China.
OSAP
A government program to study UFOs, funded by the U.S. government, known as OSAP.
Oshikatsu
Oshikatsu is a Japanese term describing fervent fan culture.
OT market
OT market, the operational technology sector focusing on industrial systems and infrastructure.
O Trabalho Devolve
Portuguese phrase meaning 'Work returns' or 'Work gives back,' referring to the podcast's theme.
Ouija board
A supernatural device used to communicate with spirits, often associated with Ouija boards.
Outer Space Treaty
The Outer Space Treaty of the 1970s is an international agreement that states outer space is not owned by any nation.
out-of-home influences
The influence of out-of-home factors such as peer groups, neighborhoods, and schools on children
output layer
The output layer is the final layer in a neural network that produces the result or prediction based on processed data.
over 40 degrees plus days
A New Zealand slang term for a day when the temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius.
over-communicate
A concept advising to over-communicate when uncertain in professional settings.
overcrowding in Irish prisons
Irish prison system's overcrowding issue and its impact on violence.
overstimulation
Rob Dial, the host of the podcast, discusses the concept of overstimulation and its neurological and psychological impacts.
Oversubscribe
A book published in 2015 by Daniel Priestly, focusing on creating demand and demand management strategies.
over the hill
A phrase used to describe someone perceived as old or past their prime.
overthinking otter
A fictional character representing a person who overthinks and worries excessively.
Owens family
Australian actress and singer, star of the film 'Practical Magic 2'.
owner-occupied home
Australian property market and real estate investment concepts.
ownership
Financial investment in real estate or assets
Oxford AstraZeneca COVID vaccine platform
Oxford AstraZeneca COVID vaccine platform, used as a basis for some Ebola vaccine candidates.
OXTR gene
A gene associated with social bonding and optimism.
P
A class of problems solvable in polynomial time.
P3
P3, the third position in the race or qualifying, representing a top-three finish.
Pad Thai
A Malaysian dish similar to Pad Thai, made with rice noodles and stir-fried ingredients.
pagan religion
A concept referring to the worship of Mother Nature and climate change as a pagan religion.
Pai
The divine father figure in Christianity, associated with love, grace, and salvation.
pain regions in the brain
A concept describing the neural pathways activated during emotional pain.
painting
Music, dance, painting, theater, and creative activities are discussed as arts forms beneficial to health.
Palaeocelopterus
The Palaeocelopterus is believed to be the earliest pterobird, appearing around 53 million years ago during the early Eocene.
Palestinian resistance
Palestinian political and resistance movement, originating from the Palestinian Nakba and ongoing struggle.
Palestinian state
The Palestinian territory in the West Bank and Gaza Strip, seeking recognition for independence.
palm tree
The palm tree, a type of tree used as a metaphor for resilience and bounce-back ability.
Palo Santo
A spiritual practice involving the burning of Palo Santo to welcome positive energy and clear negativity.
panentheism
The concept of panentheism is a spiritual idea that Ian McGilchrist discusses, where God is in everything and everything is in God.
Pangea
Pangea was a supercontinent that existed hundreds of millions of years ago, mentioned in geological history.
paper crane
A symbol of longevity and healthy life in Japanese culture, made by folding paper cranes.
Pap smear
A screening test for cervical cancer involving collection of cervical cells during a pelvic exam
parabens
A chemical used in personal care products, such as parabens and phthalates, which can disrupt hormones.
parable of the two wolves
The parable of the two wolves is a story about inner conflict and choice.
Parable of the Wicked Tenants
The parable Jesus told about the landowner and the tenants, illustrating spiritual truths.
paradox of ubiquity
A concept referring to the widespread exposure to a substance or factor in the population.
paramatman
Paramatman refers to the supreme self or soul in Hindu philosophy, representing the highest aspect of the self.
parasites
A parasitic infection caused by worms such as hookworm, whipworm, and roundworm.
parasitoid wasp
A species of fly that lays eggs in other insects, part of the research focus.
parasympathetic state
A state of relaxation and social engagement mediated by the parasympathetic nervous system, associated with calmness and safety.
parathyroid hormone
A hormone that defends calcium levels by acting on bones, kidneys, and intestines.