Science Savvy
Episodes
Party Smart: Understanding Risks and Staying Safe
05 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Science Savvy, we speak with Pablo Otero, who holds a PhD from Imperial College London and has been involved with the organisation ...
Why Do I Feel So Different Before My Period? Part 1 of PMS vs PMDD
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Why do some women feel bloated, emotional, or irritable before their period, while others feel like they become a completely different person? In this...
When Your Brain Turns Down the Pain: Pain and the brain part 3
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode explores how pain is not just a bodily signal but a brain-made experience shaped by context, expectations, and emotions. It covers top-do...
I need RELIEF!!! Pain and the brain part 2
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Part two of this Science Savvy pain series explains how common painkillers work, why many provide limited relief, and how pain is shaped by nerves, th...
It HURTS! Pain and the Brain part 1
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Pain is weird. You only feel it in your brain… yet your brain has no pain receptors. In part 1 of this 3-episode series, we unpack why pain is less ...
Siestas & Sleepless Nights: The Science of Sleep - Part 2
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode dives into cultural sleep patterns, the science-backed benefits and timing of naps, and how circadian rhythms and so-called "sleep pressu...
Sleeping Tight and Why It Matters
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode explores why sleep is SUPER important for body repair, immune function, literally cleaning your brain, and protecting you from diseases l...
Going on a Trip: Science of Psychedelics
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I explore the history, science, and clinical promise of psychedelics. This was actually my Master's Thesis topic so very fun episode ...
You will Never Forget this Episode: Science of Memory
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Science Savvy, I explore how memory shapes identity and human culture. The episode covers the evolutionary origins of memory, the b...
Cris Cancer: Who is funding tomorrow's cancer cure?
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Science Savvy, I sit down with Elena Muyo, Scientific Projects & Partnerships Lead at CRIS Cancer UK, to uncover how this uniqu...
Genetics of Schizophrenia with Aitana Padilla
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about "having great genes", but also weird ones, ancient viral ones, and even one named after Sonic Hedgehog (look it up!). W ...
Built to Be Mid: The Evolutionary Problem With Happiness
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this Science Savvy episode on Happiness. In this episode, I explore what happiness really is from a neuroscience & evolutionary perspec...
Boss?! How our brains make (and break) trust with Dr. D'Amico
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Katharine D'Amico, a behavioral neuroscientist and President of the The Swala Institute for Applied Neuroscience f...
Building Minds: How Architecture Shapes Our Lives and Well-Being
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Architecture and the Brain episode, part of Science Savvy with Carmen. In this episode, I explore how the built environment influences ...
PCOS: The Reality Show Where No Egg Wins with Dr. Faris
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the PCOS episode, part of Science Savvy with Carmen. In this episode, I explore the science behind Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, a complex h...
Food for Thought: How What You Eat Shapes Your Mind, Body, and Relationships
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Food and the Brain episode, part of Science Savvy with Carmen. In this episode, I explore how the food we eat shapes not only our physi...
Mind over Migraine: Former MP Dehenna Davison on Battling the Invisible Pain
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Migraine episode, part of Science Savvy with Carmen. In this episode, I explore the science, stigma, and impact of migraine through the...
Lasting habits I think you should build or Neuroplasticity 101
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Neuroplasticity episode, part of Science Savvy with Carmen. In this episode, I explore the incredible adaptability of the brain and wha...
Make 2025 your b!tch: Brain hacks to build lasting habits
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the New Year Habits episode, part of Science Savvy with Carmen. In this episode, I explore how to build better routines using neuroscience-...
All you need is LOVE
04 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Love episode, part of Science Savvy with Carmen. In this episode, I explore the biology behind one of humanity’s most powerful emotio...
The Science of Friendship: Giggles, Bonding, and Learning
04 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Science Savvy, I’m joined by my best friend of ten years, Dasha, to explore the science behind long-term friendship. With warmth,...
Attention, Please: What ADHD Can Teach Us About the Brain
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the ADHD episode, part of Science Savvy with Carmen. In this episode, I explore what it really means to live with ADHD and how science is r...
Wired for Wonder: Neuroscience of Creativity
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Creativity episode, part of Science Savvy with Carmen. In this episode, I explore the science behind creative thinking and how the brai...
You Are What You Eat: The Gut Microbiome Shapes Mood, Health, and Behavior
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Gut Health episode, part of Science Savvy with Carmen. In this episode, I explore how your gut microbiome does so much more than suppor...
Who the F*!k am I? Science of Consciousness & Self-Awareness
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Consciousness episode, part of Science Savvy with Carmen. In this episode, I explore what it really means to be conscious and how self-...
Periods - Why Can’t Mother Nature Just Text Me I'm Not Pregnant?
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Science Savvy, we tackle one of the most common yet least understood experiences in women’s health: why do we get periods. From e...
[Pilot] How Our Brains Predict and Shape Everyday Life
05 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is one of our early episodes. We shared a mic and the audio is a bit raw, so feel free to check out our latest episodes for a more polished exper...