Something You Should Know

28 Jul 2025

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If you enjoy eating nuts – good for you! Nuts are healthy. But you might be surprised to hear just...

26 Jul 2025

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Things can get dangerously hot in the summer. The interior of your car, the sidewalk, even your pati...

24 Jul 2025

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Like a supermarket, major airports are laid out and configured to try to get you to spend money whil...

21 Jul 2025

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“Let me sleep on it.” That always seems like a good idea when a big decision has to be made. But...

19 Jul 2025

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Why is it that people seem to come up with good ideas in the shower? Could there really be something...

17 Jul 2025

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Shampoo, lotions, guns, knives and a lot of other things are confiscated at airport security checkpo...

14 Jul 2025

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There is an experience some of us (but not all) are able to have called autonomous sensory meridian ...

Sat, 12 Jul

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Not all that long ago, people felt paying bills by sending a check in the mail was the best way to d...

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 07:03:00 -0000

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While people may not point it out to you when you use the wrong word – they DO notice. This episo...

Mon, 07 Jul

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Having good friends can help you live longer, see the world more positively and make you look more a...

Sat, 05 Jul

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Why do people seem to get sick when (or just after) they fly? Many believe it is the recirculated ai...

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 07:03:00 -0000

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Who hasn’t had a brilliant idea or revelation while taking a shower? It seems the shower is a plac...

Mon, 30 Jun

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Everyone is bound to make a typo in an email. What’s interesting though is the reader will often s...

Sat, 28 Jun

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How do spiders find their way into your house? This episode starts by revealing how it happens and s...

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 07:03:00 -0000

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People sometimes cheat on their partner. Not everyone – but some do. This episode begins with some...

Mon, 23 Jun

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Summer brings ice cream, popsicles and other frozen treats – all of which can cause painful brain ...

Sat, 21 Jun

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Being sure to get enough sleep is one of the suggestions for people trying to lose or control their ...

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 07:03:00 -0000

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It makes sense that if you want to cut down on the amount of spam email you get, just unsubscribe fr...

Mon, 16 Jun

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Can drinking tea make you happy – or do happy people just like to drink tea? There is definitely ...

Sat, 14 Jun

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Where is the best place to take a nap? Anyone who has napped in a hammock knows how great it can be...

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 07:03:00 -0000

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A lot of things impact an employer’s decision to hire you or not. But one thing you may not have c...

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 14:03:00 -0000

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We are sharing a bonus episode of the Superhero Leadership podcast, hosted by Marvel's former CEO an...

Mon, 09 Jun

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The next time you or your kids get a shot at the doctor’s office or face anything that you know is...

Sat, 07 Jun

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Are you keeping a secret? Everyone does - usually more than one. The problem with keeping secrets is...

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0000

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Ask anyone if they prefer fresh or frozen fish and almost everyone says – Fresh! But it turns out ...

Mon, 02 Jun

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Zoom and other platforms have made virtual meetings very convenient and allow people in different lo...

Sat, 31 May

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How does tickling work? You can’t tickle yourself. But if you are the ticklish type, you’ll star...

Thu, 29 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000

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It is hard to imagine how intricate and complicated your eyes are. This episode starts with a look a...

Mon, 26 May

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Is it healthier to be short or tall? Not that you can do much about it – but this episode begins b...

Sat, 24 May

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It is hard to imagine life without sunglasses. So, who came up with the idea – and when? We begi...

Thu, 22 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000

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Do happy couples have more sex or does having more sex make couples happy? This episode begins with ...

Mon, 19 May

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People prefer to pay for things with plastic more than cash today. While it is convenient, it create...

Sat, 17 May

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Drinking water is what keeps you from becoming dehydrated. What you may not know is that there are o...

Thu, 15 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000

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A lot of people drink coffee in the morning to kickstart the day. Interestingly, how you drink it (w...

Mon, 12 May

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It is so tempting. The gas pump clicks off indicating that your tank is full but there is that urge ...

Sat, 10 May

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If someone tells you how a book or movie ends - does it spoil the whole thing? Is it not worth watch...

Thu, 08 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000

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Which side is your good side? You know, the side of your face you point toward the camera when someo...

Mon, 05 May

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Why is salmon pink? What is the shelf life of a Twinkie? What do almonds and peaches have in common?...

Sat, 03 May

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Are you one of the many people who enjoys a morning cup of coffee? If so, listen to the beginning of...

Thu, 01 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000

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Want to get someone to like you – or like you more? If so, there is a simple thing you can do that...

Mon, 28 Apr

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Kibosh, chicanery, affluent and Seuss (as in Dr. Seuss) are words a lot of people mispronounce. This...

Sat, 26 Apr

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What is beginner’s luck? After all, it has a name so it must happen often enough to be a thing. B...

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000

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You are familiar with the advice that you shouldn’t go grocery shopping when you are hungry becaus...

Mon, 21 Apr

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Since you were a child you have heard that it is important to wash your hands. But even if you do, y...

Sat, 19 Apr

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There is probably something you are worrying about right now. After all, that’s what we do – we ...

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000

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Would you like to be more persuasive? Listen as I reveal what one expert says is the key to winning ...

Mon, 14 Apr

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Why do airplanes have ashtrays if smoking is prohibited? Could someone open the airplane door in mid...

Sat, 12 Apr

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Strange but true - people with difficult names to pronounce are discriminated against. It is often n...

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000

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It sounds weird but there is strong evidence that wearing certain clothes can change your thoughts a...

Mon, 07 Apr

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Do you know your blood type? Do you know why we have different blood types? This episode begins wit...

Sat, 05 Apr

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Who doesn’t love the smell of freshly cut grass? While there may be some people who don’t like t...

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000

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Online retailers make it pretty easy to return items you purchase if you are not satisfied. But what...

Mon, 31 Mar

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You know that feeling you get when you eat comfort food? There is something magical about it. This e...

Sat, 29 Mar

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The clothes you wear project an image to others. But those same clothes you wear influence you as we...

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000

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Wisdom comes with age. That’s a common belief – but is it necessarily true? Can you acquire wisd...

Mon, 24 Mar

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I am sure you know people who love to offer unsolicited advice. And if you think back to the last t...

Sat, 22 Mar

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When you feel that urge to go to the bathroom – it just might be a good time to make an important ...

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000

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Some people just seem to have more luck. Things seem to go their way. When you look closer, those lu...

Mon, 17 Mar

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At some point, most men have likely been told they eat too fast – that they should slow down and e...

Sat, 15 Mar

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This may be hard to imagine but trees can fight crime. Not all types of crime but they the fight som...

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000

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Everyone knows that $19.99 is really $20. And we know that gas sold at $3.49 and 9/10 per gallon is ...

Mon, 10 Mar

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Who hasn’t had to wait at a doctor’s office well past the appointment time. It sucks. What is a ...

Sat, 08 Mar

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What if I told you that being left-handed or right-handed has a powerful influence on decisions you ...

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0000

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There is a word you probably use that means something entirely different than what you think. In fac...

Mon, 03 Mar

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Beer should be served ice cold. Bottled beer is better than canned beer. These are just 2 incorrect ...

Sat, 01 Mar

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The letters Rx are somehow related to drug stores. But why? What do those letters actually mean? Yo...

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000

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You probably think raw vegetables are healthier than cooked vegetables. Sometimes they are. But some...

Mon, 24 Feb

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Did you know that Philadelphia Cream Cheese doesn’t come from Philadelphia? Or that marshmallows w...

Sat, 22 Feb

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People talk about “the power of touch” – but what does this power do? When you hug or shake ha...

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000

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How dangerous can a pair of shoes be? Really dangerous, particularly if they have big heels. We begi...

Mon, 17 Feb

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When people see someone in public having a heart attack or stroke or other medical emergency, they o...

Sat, 15 Feb

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Modern kitchen freezers are actually cruel to ice cream and other frozen foods. This episode begins ...

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000

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Why is white the most popular car color? While people like whatever color they like, car color can i...

Mon, 10 Feb

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Why do you feel cold sometimes? The obvious answer is that you feel cold when you ARE cold. But coul...

Sat, 08 Feb

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Is there a reason we have eyebrows? Pretty much every part of the human body has a reason for being ...

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 08:10:00 -0000

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How many times have you wanted to ask for a raise but didn’t bother because you knew the answer wo...

Mon, 03 Feb

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Seems like no matter how hard you try you never pick the fastest checkout line in the supermarket. W...

Sat, 01 Feb

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We humans love novelty. We seek it out. While that can be good, it can also get us in trouble. This...

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 08:10:00 -0000

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After television, a big part of the ad budget for fast-food restaurants’ is spent on outdoor adver...

Mon, 27 Jan

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Traffic accidents are an inevitable part of life. However, there are a few simple things you can do ...

Sat, 25 Jan

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The origins of the names for popular food products often make interesting stories. For instance, why...

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 08:10:00 -0000

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When you use sarcasm in an email or text message, you are skating on thin ice. This episode begins ...

Mon, 20 Jan

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Do you know your IQ? Can you raise the number up or – are stuck with whatever that number is? This...

Sat, 18 Jan

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Ever notice when you are nervous or stressed, the pitch of your voice goes up? Yet a lower pitch wou...

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 08:10:00 -0000

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How many calories do you burn up just eating and digesting the food you eat? It’s an interesting q...

Mon, 13 Jan

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In the online shopping world, there is something called “cart abandonment discounts.” Listen as...

Sat, 11 Jan

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Sometimes your willpower seems pretty good but other times - especially right when you need it – i...

Wed, 08 Jan

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Why are dalmatians often associated with firefighters and fire trucks? Is it just a mascot thing or ...

Mon, 06 Jan

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At airports all over the world, luggage gets lost – sometimes forever. So, what happens to it? It ...

Sat, 04 Jan

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In a public bathroom, which is better – drying your hands with a paper towel or using an air blowe...

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 08:03:00 -0000

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One fear many air travelers have is catching a cold or some other bug when they fly on an airplane. ...

Mon, 30 Dec

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We’ve all heard the advice that when you buy new clothes you should wash them first before you wea...

Sat, 28 Dec

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We know that smiling is a universal human expression of happiness. Everyone smiles - in fact, even b...

Thu, 26 Dec 2024 08:03:00 -0000

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You might think that a good way to get closer to someone is to do them a favor. Yes, that might work...

Mon, 23 Dec

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What would happen if you were walking by the Empire State Building right at the time someone dropped...

Sat, 21 Dec

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Restaurants are crawling with germs. It’s not all the restaurant’s fault – where there are peo...

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 08:03:00 -0000

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Listening to music with air pods or headphones can damage your hearing. To prevent this, you need to...

Mon, 16 Dec

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How often do you clean your cellphone? Chances are you don’t do it often unless the screen starts ...

Sat, 14 Dec

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For years, mattresses and pillows carried a warning tag that said “Warning: Do Not Remove This Tag...

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 08:03:00 -0000

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How good are you at predicting how things will turn out in your life? How often have you said, “If...

Mon, 09 Dec

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Why is the most popular pencil the # 2 pencil? What’s wrong with #1? And why are most pencils yell...

Sat, 07 Dec

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What if you could get more done in less time? That would sure come in handy around the holidays – ...

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 08:03:00 -0000

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You know what stops a lot of people from asking their boss for a raise? It’s worrying about what t...

Mon, 02 Dec

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Have you ever heard of the word – shadenfreude. It’s when you are amused by or laugh at someone ...

Sat, 30 Nov

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Most brands and businesses have a logo. Designing and creating logos is both art and science it seem...

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 08:03:00 -0000

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People need physical touch and too many of us are not getting enough of it. The result is something ...

Mon, 25 Nov

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Most refrigerators come with a light inside. It goes on when you open the door. It’s very helpful....

Sat, 23 Nov

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We live in a culture that has a definite bias towards neatness. But it makes you wonder – is being...

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 08:03:00 -0000

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How many photographs have been taken worldwide in the history of photography? And how many just this...

Mon, 18 Nov

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Maybe you’ve noticed that simply having friends has gotten expensive. Meeting for lunch, drinks af...

Sat, 16 Nov

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“Sit up straight!” You’ve probably heard it since you were very young, and it turns out to be ...

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 08:03:00 -0000

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Women apologize more than men. Why is that? This episode looks at the likely reason and it may surpr...

Mon, 11 Nov

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When you are on the phone in a noisy environment, you probably cover your other ear to hear the phon...

Sat, 09 Nov

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When you shop for big ticket items like a house or car, it matters what day you choose to go – and...

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 08:03:00 -0000

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How do you decide when to throw food out? If you go by the date printed on the package, you could be...

Mon, 04 Nov

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When you know someone’s musical tastes, it can affect what you think of that person. It can even i...

Sat, 02 Nov

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I can’t imagine anyone who wants to receive MORE emails. Most of us would prefer to get far fewer....

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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Everyone understands that getting enough sleep is important. But how important? This episode begins ...

Mon, 28 Oct

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Is handwriting analysis a real thing? Can an “expert” really tell if handwriting is forged or re...

Sat, 26 Oct

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From a very early age you were likely told not to lie. Lying is bad. And it seems that one of the t...

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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Most of us have heard that the speed at which you drive can impact your gas mileage but by how much?...

Mon, 21 Oct

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You have seen a dollar bill hundreds of times, but have you ever really studied it? It’s fascinati...

Sat, 19 Oct

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Do you suffer from any of these symptoms: Tiredness, stomach issues, dizziness, headaches, joint pro...

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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Something interesting seems to happen when couples are together for a long time. Without even trying...

Mon, 14 Oct

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Major storms all get names: Milton, Katrina, Ian, Sandy etc. Why do we name storms? Do the names of ...

Sat, 12 Oct

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We all tend to want to impress others with our accomplishments or skills or whatever else that makes...

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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When you are focused on a task, interruptions can be annoying and maddening. Yet, there may be a po...

Mon, 07 Oct

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Watch a couple hold hands as they stroll own the road. It often seems cute and quaint. But it is mor...

Sat, 05 Oct

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When someone first sees you, what impression do they get? What image do you project? It’s importan...

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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“You should drink at least 8 glasses of water per day!” Well, wait a second. That advice is abou...

Mon, 30 Sep

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Groceries are expensive. So, if you would like a simple yet effective technique to cut your grocery ...

Sat, 28 Sep

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iPhone users have likely noticed that some texts show up in blue and some show up in green. What’s...

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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How is your posture right now? If your shoulders are slouched, you are sending a message to others t...

Mon, 23 Sep

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Ever fake a smile? We all do. What harm can it do? Well, it could do you some harm if you are the on...

Sat, 21 Sep

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What if you could reduce your risk of heart disease by 30% without a lot of effort? After all, it is...

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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We have become much more of a cashless society in the last few years. That turns out to be a good th...

Mon, 16 Sep

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Some very popular drinks turn out to be really bad for your teeth. This episode begins with that lis...

Sat, 14 Sep

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My mother was a teacher, and I remember her saying that when you take a test and you don’t know th...

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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At work, do you go out to lunch or eat at your desk? It makes a difference in the quality of your wo...

Mon, 09 Sep

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In the average lifespan, there are 2 separate years (and they are decades apart) where people report...

Sat, 07 Sep

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Is it true that opposites attract. After all you sometimes see couples that seem to prove the point...

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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Eye contact can be tricky. Too little and you look disinterested – too much and you look creepy. T...

Mon, 02 Sep

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While celebrities can sometimes pull it off, it can be almost impossible for regular folks to get a ...

Sat, 31 Aug

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Hot dogs come in packages of ten. Hot dog buns come in packages of eight. Why? Is this some sort of ...

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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Be careful what you say when someone pays you a compliment. This episode begins with some great advi...

Mon, 26 Aug

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You may never have noticed it, but for many people – maybe you – a full moon can mess with your ...

Sat, 24 Aug

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Everyone orders pizza at some point. So, everyone should that there is one size pizza that is a lous...

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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Are dogs color blind? Many people believe so, but they are not. They do see color but not the way we...

Mon, 19 Aug

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So many things can affect the way food and drinks taste. This episode begins with a look at how just...

Sat, 17 Aug

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Look around and you will likely see someone doing something on their cellphone. For many of us, cel...

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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Does your signature reveal anything about you? Does it send a message to those who see it? I start t...

Mon, 12 Aug

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It’s weird sometimes how you meet someone and hear their name is Lucy, for example and think – “...

Sat, 10 Aug

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Have you ever had a really vivid or even disturbing dream? This episode begins with a look at what o...

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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When your phone or tablet or computer starts acting weird or gets glitchy, the conventional wisdom i...

Mon, 05 Aug

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Should you get a second opinion? A lot of people faced with a medical diagnosis often wonder about t...

Sat, 03 Aug

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Don’t you hate it when you hear or think of a familiar song but can’t recall the title? This epi...

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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Are men more rational shoppers than women? Most definitely not. This episode begins by revealing how...

Mon, 29 Jul

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Why is it that mosquitoes seem to go after and bite some people more than others? This episode begin...

Sat, 27 Jul

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There is a lot of common summertime advice. For example, don’t go swimming for a half hour after y...

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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Will a medication work better if you believe and expect it to? This episode begins with some compell...

Mon, 22 Jul

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A lot of people don’t bother taking a summer vacation. What’s maybe more surprising is that many...

Sat, 20 Jul

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The consensus seems to be that drinking coffee has several excellent health benefits – and now the...

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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How much you like and enjoy a certain food is influenced by many things besides the food itself. The...

Mon, 15 Jul

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While “digital dementia” is not a real medical diagnosis, you still see it everywhere. People ar...

Sat, 13 Jul

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Is it safe to let your dog lick your face or eat off your plate? It pretty much depends on how clean...

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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Your chances of winning the lottery are horrible. Still, a lot of people play. This episode starts b...

Mon, 08 Jul

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When you go out to eat, the restaurant wants you to spend money. Nothing wrong with that. That’s h...

Sat, 06 Jul

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It makes sense that people cry when they are sad – but why do some of us cry when we are happy? Th...

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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There’s nothing better than a really good laugh. What’s even better is, laughing offers some exc...

Mon, 01 Jul

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We all have a sense of what romantic music is. But can that type of music really make you feel and a...

Sat, 29 Jun

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Getting car sick can really ruin a trip – for EVERYONE in the car! But maybe you’ve heard – t...

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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There’s more to making a great burger than meets the eye. This summertime episode begins with expe...

Mon, 24 Jun

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In an argument there are usually two things going on that make it so difficult. Listen as I begin th...

Sat, 22 Jun

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When dogs meet they often sniff each other. It appears we humans do the same thing (to other humans,...

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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Sunscreen has been around for a long time. Has it changed much? Are there advancements in “sunscre...

Mon, 17 Jun

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Of course, you know what a tank top is – but do you know why it is called a tank top? A tee-shirt ...

Sat, 15 Jun

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We all know sunscreen is important – but only if you cover all the places you need to cover. Inter...

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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Whenever you see the equal sign, you know what it means. So how did these two little parallel lines ...

Mon, 10 Jun

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10% of the human population is left-handed but what about other animals? Do they have a preference f...

Sat, 08 Jun

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Gasoline is expensive and we all need to make sure we are squeezing every mile out of every gallon. ...

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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Ever try to get your dog or cat to recognize themselves in the mirror? This episode begins with an e...

Mon, 03 Jun

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So many of us fantasize about being rich. Wouldn’t it be great to win the lottery or inherit a ton...

Sat, 01 Jun

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Why do they call it PLASTIC surgery? It seems like a weird word to use. What’s even weirder is tha...

Thu, 30 May 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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The sound of crickets on a summer night can be quite pleasing. And the little critters making that s...

Mon, 27 May

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Here is a problem about spaghetti that has stumped some of the brightest minds in science, including...

Sat, 25 May

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Even though we have celebrated Memorial Day for a long time, it wasn’t made an official national H...

Thu, 23 May 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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Look at any can of cooking spray and it will say on the label that it has zero calories. How can tha...

Mon, 20 May

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Whenever I fly, I see people on the plane who look like they are doing important work on their lapto...

Sat, 18 May

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Why do you suppose it is that dogs love to hang their heads out of a moving car window? What’s the...

Thu, 16 May 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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“Your call is very important to us.” That is just one of many phrases businesses use trying to c...

Mon, 13 May

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Even though people seem to enjoy dining out, many find the process frustrating and difficult. And th...

Sat, 11 May

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Why is it you see people on the news every once in a while who claim to drink and smoke and eat a qu...

Thu, 09 May 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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Do you know what the most popular and least popular car colors are? What’s so interesting is that ...

Mon, 06 May

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If you ever feel down, anxious or get that sense of doom, you might want to take some Tylenol. You a...

Sat, 04 May

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It feels natural to hold a grudge when someone betrays you or upsets you. After all, you are the inj...

Thu, 02 May 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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The season during which you were born may have an effect on your health. This episode begins by reve...

Mon, 29 Apr

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There is a good chance you have thought your cellphone was ringing or vibrating when it wasn’t. It...

Sat, 27 Apr

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While it may seem that life moves at a faster pace, we are the ones who set that pace. Many of us li...

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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Just how much pesticides residue is on the produce you buy? Should you be concerned? Should you buy ...

Mon, 22 Apr

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Everyone knows it is dangerous to talk on the phone while driving – but it seems like it shouldn’...

Sat, 20 Apr

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It matters who your friends are. This episode starts with some interesting Gallup research that sho...

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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A lot of people have autographs from someone famous. Could the one you have be worth anything? What ...

Mon, 15 Apr

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Where do you do your best work and think your best thoughts? Probably not at your workplace. This ep...

Sat, 13 Apr

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If your freezer has an ice maker then your freezer has a heater. This episode begins with an explana...

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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Apologizing is often difficult. Why though? It seems like doing the right thing and saying you’re ...

Mon, 08 Apr

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When you approach a table where you are going to sit with a group of people, which chair do you take...

Sat, 06 Apr

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Well, this sucks… it turns out that nice people make less money than mean people. That hardly seem...

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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The percentage of depressed people who smoke is higher than the general population. Way higher. When...

Mon, 01 Apr

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When you go to Disneyland or Disney World, something happens in the parking lot when you get there a...

Sat, 30 Mar

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What makes a food – a comfort food? Are you actually comforted by these foods? This episode begins...

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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Taking your shoes off before you enter a home is a thoughtful gesture and something many people have...

Mon, 25 Mar

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One huge important milestone in any relationship is when someone says, “I love you.” So how long...

Sat, 23 Mar

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Every home has batteries sitting around in a drawer somewhere waiting to be used. This episode begin...

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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We all know that we need to drink a lot of water. But have you ever wondered why? This episode begin...

Mon, 18 Mar

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You’ve probably heard this old rock & roll legend… that when Van Halen performed in concert, the...

Sat, 16 Mar

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You have likely noticed that in meetings, there are often 1, 2 or 3 people who tend to dominate the ...

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 07:03:00 -0000

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Did you know that going to get a hair cut can make you look years younger? And it apparently has abs...

Mon, 11 Mar

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Most offices have a coffee area and some spare coffee cups sitting around for anyone who needs one. ...

Sat, 09 Mar

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Could drinking water make you smarter? Actually no one is really sure, but it does seem to be so. Th...

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 08:03:00 -0000

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I’m sure you have been hit in the head. Maybe you fell and bumped it, or someone accidentally hit ...

Mon, 04 Mar

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Distractions while driving can be dangerous. Good drivers know they need to minimize distractions. H...

Sat, 02 Mar

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A person’s first name can have a profound impact on their life. This episode begins as I describe ...

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 08:03:00 -0000

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Everyone loves getting flowers – but of course they don’t last very long. To make them last as l...

Mon, 26 Feb

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Why are there so many different shampoos? Does it really matter which one if all you want is clean h...

Sat, 24 Feb

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With all the advances in automobile technology, it seems they still haven’t solved the problem of ...

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 08:03:00 -0000

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Are the things in your kitchen laid out efficiently? We often place kitchen items randomly – or wh...

Mon, 19 Feb

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When you drink something and start choking, people often say, “Oh it must’ve gone down the wrong...

Sat, 17 Feb

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Gotta big decision to make? Before you make it, you might want to wash your hands first. This episod...

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 08:03:00 -0000

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The concept of body language is based on the idea that what you do with certain body parts sends a ...

Mon, 12 Feb

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Kissing has a lot of benefits you likely never knew. And it appears that the more you kiss – the m...

Sat, 10 Feb

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It is usually very difficult to talk your way out of getting a traffic ticket. Usually, the police a...

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 08:03:00 -0000

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When you put a child in a car seat, you may be doing something wrong that could put your child in da...

Mon, 05 Feb

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Supposedly, women are attracted to men who can make them laugh. Is that really true? And if it is, w...

Sat, 03 Feb

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You may have heard the advice to not allow your gas tank to get too low before refueling. Is that re...

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 08:03:00 -0000

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Human touch can certainly feel good, but does it actually have lasting biological effects? This epis...

Mon, 29 Jan

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In a job interview, there is one question you are likely to be asked that many people are not prepar...

Sat, 27 Jan

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Every mom knows, when a child (or an adult for that matter) gets a small cut, you put a little anti...

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 08:03:00 -0000

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Is a newborn baby more likely to resemble mom or dad – or is it a toss-up? This episode begins by ...

Mon, 22 Jan

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How your food tastes depends on a lot of things that have nothing to do with the food itself. I begi...

Sat, 20 Jan

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As everyone who is a garlic lover or knows a garlic lover knows, garlic can make your breath stink. ...

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 08:03:00 -0000

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Keeping track of passwords can be a real pain. If you use a simple one or use the same one for every...

Mon, 15 Jan

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A lot of people have different size feet. Sounds weird right but there is a good reason for it – a...

Sat, 13 Jan

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If you don’t have one yet, one great New Year’s resolution is to tackle the clutter in your hous...

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 08:03:00 -0000

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I’m sure you’ve gotten a song stuck in your head. It happens to all of us. And once it gets in y...

Mon, 08 Jan

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Choking under pressure. No one wants to do that yet when the stakes are high, it can be hard to rise...

Sat, 06 Jan

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Scientists have studied what is the perfect temperature in an office or work environment. And the ma...

Thu, 04 Jan 2024 08:03:00 -0000

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Generally, women seem to have a better, more sensitive sense of touch than men do. Yet, it isn’t g...

Mon, 01 Jan

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Ever wonder what the life expectancy is for that house fly buzzing around your kitchen? Or what’s ...

Sat, 30 Dec

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When the sun hits it just right, you can sometimes see just how dirty your computer screen gets. And...

Thu, 28 Dec 2023 08:03:00 -0000

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Getting a paper cut sucks. It looks like nothing but it sure hurts like crazy. This episode starts w...

Mon, 25 Dec

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You can never say, “I love you” enough to your partner. They are the 3 magic words of love. Yet,...

Sat, 23 Dec

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When you have a bad cough, prescription cough syrup is often the remedy of choice – particularly t...

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 08:03:00 -0000

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There is one word in the English language that has more meanings than any other. A lot more! And the...

Mon, 18 Dec

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Some of the most inspiring words can come from some unusual places - and people. This episode begins...

Sat, 16 Dec

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“Sitting is the new smoking” has been a popular expression for the last few years. But seriously...

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 08:03:00 -0000

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There is one important question that actually determines how healthy you will be and how long you wi...

Mon, 11 Dec

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Winter is cold and flu season – and sometimes, when you start feeling sick, you wonder if it is th...

Sat, 09 Dec

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People frequently choke when they drink something because – “it went down the wrong pipe.” Is...

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 08:03:00 -0000

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One of the best parts of Christmas is the tree. There is so much lore, and history and fascinating f...

Mon, 04 Dec

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Seems like there isn’t much your smartphone CAN’T do. However, one weakness it has is the inabil...

Sat, 02 Dec

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I’m sure you’ve noticed those little silica gel packs in boxes of shoes or electronics. And if y...

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 08:03:00 -0000

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Who doesn’t love the smell of a Christmas tree? It seems to be a smell everybody finds pleasing an...

Mon, 27 Nov

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People say where you fall in the birth order compared to your siblings determines (or strongly influ...

Sat, 25 Nov

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You have probably heard that poinsettia plants are poisonous to people and pets. Really? How poisono...

Thu, 23 Nov 2023 08:03:00 -0000

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Food labels are full of claims. They say things like “All-Natural” or “Doctor Recommended”...

Mon, 20 Nov

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Texting and email seem to have replaced the telephone as a primary means of communication. Still, th...

Sat, 18 Nov

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During the holiday season, there are more occasions and opportunities to drink alcohol. So, it’s w...

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 08:03:00 -0000

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If you are getting less than 7 hours of sleep per night (and most people are), that can be a real pr...

Mon, 13 Nov

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A kiss can be very powerful. It can make you feel wonderful and connect you to a person – or it ca...

Sat, 11 Nov

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If you have siblings, they have had an important impact on you, even if you don’t realize it. This...

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 08:03:00 -0000

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Ever notice how restaurant kitchens have huge exhaust fans over the stove? They have to have them. I...

Mon, 06 Nov

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Why are the numbers 1, 2 and 3 across the top of a telephone keypad but across the bottom of a calcu...

Sat, 04 Nov

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You often hear the terms antique, collectible and vintage used interchangeably. However, they do hav...

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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It might sound odd but the weather can have a significant impact on your purchase decisions. Some th...

Mon, 30 Oct

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Your grandmother probably told you to sit up straight – and boy was she right! Good posture can do...

Sat, 28 Oct

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Becoming a homeowner is an important goal for a lot of people. After all, home ownership is part of ...

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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While some people take pride in being a perfectionist, the fact is no one is perfect, so it is a som...

Mon, 23 Oct

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You can search online for information on just about any topic. Recently there was an interesting art...

Sat, 21 Oct

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Seems like everyone hates passwords. If they are too random, you forget them. If they are too obviou...

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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Wi-Fi being what it is, sometimes it slows down and things get glitchy – shows stop streaming, gam...

Mon, 16 Oct

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Every PC owner has probably wondered what the difference is between RESTART and SHUTDOWN – or if t...

Sat, 14 Oct

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Is taking a daily multivitamin a good idea? It seems to make a lot of sense – like an insurance po...

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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If you went to your backyard and took a pinch of dirt in your fingers, you would be holding a piece ...

Mon, 09 Oct

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If you are buying candy for Trick or Treaters this year, what kind will it be? Well, if you want to ...

Sat, 07 Oct

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Have you heard of the Pink Tax? It’s when the women’s version of a product (like razors) costs m...

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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When you are faced with a tough decision, some common advice is to “sleep on it." By sleeping and ...

Mon, 02 Oct

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How many married couples sleep in separate beds? A lot more than you may think. This episode begins ...

Sat, 30 Sep

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Why is the most popular pencil the #2 pencil? What happened to the #1 pencil? This episode begins w...

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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What makes happy people so happy? It is partly due to their attitude and behavior. This episode begi...

Mon, 25 Sep

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As people age, they may have trouble remembering recent events. If you know older people who seem to...

Sat, 23 Sep

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You know when you call a customer service number and you hear, “Your call is very important to us…...

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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It is conventional wisdom for people taking a test that if you are stuck – go with your first answ...

Mon, 18 Sep

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Why do people get hiccups and what is the best way to get rid of them? This episode begins with an e...

Sat, 16 Sep

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A lot of prescription pill bottles come with a ball of cotton inside, on top of the pills. What’s ...

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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How do you define love? What is it exactly? Listen to the beginning of this episode and you will hea...

Mon, 11 Sep

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There is a perceived advantage to reading fast. However, reading slower may actually be more benefic...

Sat, 09 Sep

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Every day, you make a countless number of decisions, from what to have for dinner to what detergent ...

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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I am certain that many times in your life you have had “one of those days.” Those are the days ...

Mon, 04 Sep

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Walking is good exercise and the pace at which you walk can make it even better. This episode begins...

Sat, 02 Sep

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Admit it, you have likely snooped or eavesdropped on someone at some point in your life. In fact eve...

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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Take a guess… how many times does the average American check their cellphone in 2023? I don’t kn...

Mon, 28 Aug

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People who are confident and powerful tend to exhibit a few critical behaviors to create that impres...

Sat, 26 Aug

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It’s become trendy to fill your car tires with nitrogen instead of plain old compressed air. In fa...

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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There is this weird thing that happens to a lot of people (including me) and that is, we often wake ...

Mon, 21 Aug

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How can doing something embarrassing in front of people be good for you? This episode begins by expl...

Sat, 19 Aug

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As relationships mature, holding hands seem to become less of a priority. And that could be a big mi...

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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How many times have you heard that exercise is good for you? But specifically, how? This episode sta...

Mon, 14 Aug

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Everyone has loose batteries somewhere in the house. And if you keep those batteries in your junk dr...

Sat, 12 Aug

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“Fragrance” is a common ingredient listed on perfumes, colognes, soaps, and lotions. Clearly, ju...

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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Just because you are a good driver doesn’t protect you from bad drivers. And there are a lot of th...

Mon, 07 Aug

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More and more people are opting to remove their shoes before they come into the house and asking gue...

Sat, 05 Aug

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Doodling – it is just something people do, particularly when listening to a boring speaker. While ...

Thu, 03 Aug 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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An amazing number of dogs get stolen every year. And it’s all about the money. This episode begins...

Mon, 31 Jul

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On a hot summer day, lots of things can get dangerously hot. Your street, the dashboard and steering...

Sat, 29 Jul

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Isn’t salt – salt? I’ve always thought so. Sure there is kosher salt and sea salt and regular ...

Thu, 27 Jul 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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People claim to get great ideas in the shower. But is that a real thing? Is there something about ta...

Mon, 24 Jul

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Is it true that a bee will die after it stings you? Or that YOU can die after a black widow spider b...

Sat, 22 Jul

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Ever noticed that aluminum foil has a shiny side and a dull side? Why do you suppose that is? Maybe ...

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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Somehow blue jeans, which are basically just work clothes, became this worldwide fashion staple, and...

Mon, 17 Jul

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What is the best (or worst) seat on a commercial airliner? That kind of depends on whether you mean ...

Sat, 15 Jul

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When you order something online, do you then track the package to see where it is and when it is com...

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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A lot of people still send checks in the mail. Increasingly that is becoming a bad idea. Listen as I...

Mon, 10 Jul

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Is it bad to charge your phone overnight? Is it okay to use your phone while it is charging? We star...

Sat, 08 Jul

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We have probably all gotten a little more conscientious at washing our hands more frequently. Still,...

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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People often complain they get sick when they fly on an airplane. And they claim the problem is the ...

Mon, 03 Jul

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Did you know that all people with blue eyes are related to each other? That is just one of the fasci...

Sat, 01 Jul

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A lot of health and beauty advice has been passed down over many generations. And a lot of it is jus...

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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Want to significantly improve your chances of a getting a good night’s sleep? This episode begins ...

Mon, 26 Jun

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Ever wonder how spiders get into your house? This episode begins with an explanation and some ideas ...

Sat, 24 Jun

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Before the mid 60s, a can of beer on a hot summer day was worthless without a can opener. Then along...

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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A common recommendation for people trying to control their weight is to get enough sleep. Why? What ...

Mon, 19 Jun

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People who blush know it can be embarrassing. That begs the question – why do people blush in the ...

Sat, 17 Jun

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Most of us have had déjà vu – that feeling that what you are experiencing now, you have somehow ...

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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When you think how much your smartphone costs to buy and maintain, it’s a smart idea to try to mak...

Mon, 12 Jun

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We are all pretty clear on the dangers of driving while intoxicated. But there also appears to be so...

Sat, 10 Jun

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There are a lot of good reasons to be more optimistic. Interestingly, it also seems simply pretendin...

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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If you want to take a nap, it might be a good idea to find a hammock. This episode begins with an ex...

Mon, 05 Jun

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Do you ever turn your phone off? I mean ALL the way off. This episode begins by explaining why it is...

Sat, 03 Jun

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Back when grocery stores started charging for new plastic bags, there was a concern that using reusa...

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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Everyone has secrets. And that can be a problem. The burden of keeping a secret has a ripple effect ...

Mon, 29 May

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Ever wonder why mosquitoes are attracted to some people more than others? I begin this episode by d...

Sat, 27 May

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Ask people what their favorite or lucky number is, and you will get a lot of different answers. But ...

Thu, 25 May 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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Here’s some good advice: SLOW DOWN! This episode begins with a list of things you do every day tha...

Mon, 22 May

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As you know, you can’t tickle yourself. But if you are ticklish, anyone else can tickle you. So wh...

Sat, 20 May

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When you have a smart phone, you can take pictures of anything, anytime, anywhere. This episode star...

Thu, 18 May 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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Where and when did someone come up with the idea for sunglasses? This episode begins with a brief hi...

Mon, 15 May

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You know that if you don’t drink enough water you get dehydrated. Still, there are other factors t...

Sat, 13 May

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Timing is important, especially when it comes to the big life decisions you make. In fact, the time ...

Thu, 11 May 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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“Don’t spoil the ending!” It seems no one wants to know how a story or movie ends until they s...

Mon, 08 May

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Drinking coffee in the morning is a pleasant habit for many of us. However, this episode begins by e...

Sat, 06 May

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Doctors are supposed to know medical truth from myth. Yet a lot of doctors are misinformed – at le...

Thu, 04 May 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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Most cars today are “connected cars.” That means that automakers and vendors can send and receiv...

Mon, 01 May

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Is beginner’s luck a real thing or just some weird occurrence that happens occasionally? This epis...

Sat, 29 Apr

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Decent sunglasses are a must. Otherwise, you are asking for trouble. If you doubt that, just ask any...

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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Is spring fever a real thing? This episode begins with a brief discussion on what spring fever is, w...

Mon, 24 Apr

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People with names that are difficult to pronounce are often discriminated against. It is not intenti...

Sat, 22 Apr

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How can too much noise make you less generous? As we have discussed here in the past, noise levels a...

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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“Never cry at work!” has been common, long-standing advice for employees. Still, people DO cry a...

Mon, 17 Apr

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It is hard to get through life without writing things down on a yellow legal pad. You probably have ...

Sat, 15 Apr

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If you want to be happy, it helps that you have happy friends. And it helps even more if your friend...

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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There is likely something you are worried about right now. After all, humans worry. This episode beg...

Mon, 10 Apr

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You would have a hard time finding someone who doesn’t like the smell of freshly cut grass. In fac...

Sat, 08 Apr

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Music can affect us in lots of ways. You may not know that the music playing in a store can impact y...

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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There is an art and science to flattery This episode starts with a look at how powerful it can be if...

Mon, 03 Apr

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Are you a doodler like me? I often doodle when I listen to a talk or a presentation – even when I ...

Sat, 01 Apr

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Using a public bathroom is usually not the highlight of your day. However, when it comes to choosin...

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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How can the clothes you wear influence your personality? You will be surprised to discover how diffe...

Mon, 27 Mar

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If you want to make the food you cook taste better – switch the plates, bowls and glasses. This ep...

Sat, 25 Mar

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If you are into stories of success and what it takes to be the best, you will sometimes here someone...

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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This is going to sound weird but a good time to make a decision is when you have the urge to go to t...

Mon, 20 Mar

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It is common for your mind to wander. That’s what people do, especially if they are not doing anyt...

Sat, 18 Mar

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No one likes to throw away milk because it went bad. What you may not know is that there is a little...

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 07:03:00 -0000

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Groceries are expensive. So this episode begins with a very effective and uncomplicated strategy tha...

Mon, 13 Mar

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If you are having a bad day, you might want to try washing a particular body part. It appears it hel...

Sat, 11 Mar

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It’s not too early to think about Mother’s Day. It’s not that far away. So, who started it? Ho...

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 08:03:00 -0000

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At the start of a relationship, how important is that first kiss? This episode begins with some inte...

Mon, 06 Mar

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Can trees fight crime? Apparently so - at least some types of crime. Although no one is exactly sur...

Sat, 04 Mar

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Cat owners are well aware that cats like to hunt, kill and bring home birds and mice as a trophy. Th...

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 08:03:00 -0000

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Being left-handed or right-handed actually impacts how you make decisions. So how can that be? Thi...

Mon, 27 Feb

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Go to any drug store and somewhere you will see the initials Rx. You probably assume it has to do wi...

Sat, 25 Feb

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Think of all the batteries you use in your home for all your remotes and clocks and flashlights. We ...

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 08:03:00 -0000

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The simple act of touching other people – by hugging or a high five or putting your arm around som...

Mon, 20 Feb

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You know when you see a really good dancer? What separates the good ones from the not-so-good ones? ...

Sat, 18 Feb

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Why are there potholes? Did you know there actually is a “pothole season” when they are more lik...

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 08:03:00 -0000

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The freezer in your kitchen is not especially kind to the ice cream you store in it – or many othe...

Mon, 13 Feb

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We start this episode with some interesting things worth knowing about your credit card including wh...

Sat, 11 Feb

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How much gold is on our planet? And have we found most of it? This episode begins with some fascinat...

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 08:03:00 -0000

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Why do you have eyebrows? Like everything else, they must have a purpose – there must be a reason....

Mon, 06 Feb

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You have likely had the experience of walking into a room for something – and then forgetting why....

Sat, 04 Feb

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You have likely noticed that men – and teenage boys – will sometimes act foolishly in front of a...

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 08:03:00 -0000

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How can dirt be good for you? This episode begins with the proven benefits of playing in the dirt –...

Mon, 30 Jan

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Human beings seek out novelty. That’s a good thing in many ways – but it is also troublesome. Th...

Sat, 28 Jan

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Everyone makes mistakes. Still, it would be nice if we could all make fewer of them. This episode be...

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 08:03:00 -0000

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Could you be smarter, thinner and better looking than you think you are? This episode begins with a ...

Mon, 23 Jan

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Why are they called marshmallows? Where did the name Spam come from? Is there alligator in Gatorade?...

Sat, 21 Jan

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Some people tend to over-apologize. They even apologize for things that are not their fault. I start...

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 08:03:00 -0000

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When you see a construction site where there is sandblasting going on, you probably shouldn’t hang...

Mon, 16 Jan

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The pitch of your voice sends a message. Often when you are nervous or stressed, the pitch goes up a...

Sat, 14 Jan

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Have you ever wondered to yourself, “Is it ever too late?” Perhaps there are goals in your life ...

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 08:03:00 -0000

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Wouldn’t it be great if you had a way to turbocharge your will power when you are faced with tempt...

Mon, 09 Jan

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When you are all stuffed up with a cold or the flu or Covid, it can be very hard to sleep because yo...

Sat, 07 Jan

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You’ve heard about pheromones, right? Supposedly they can make you more appealing. In fact, some p...

Thu, 05 Jan 2023 08:03:00 -0000

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We all want to be happy – but maybe not too happy. This episode begins by explaining how too much ...

Mon, 02 Jan

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When you use a public restroom, is it better to use a paper towel or an air dryer to dry your hands?...

Sat, 31 Dec

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Why do we yawn? You might think it is because we are tired or bored. However, according to some rese...

Thu, 29 Dec 2022 08:03:00 -0000

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You mother likely told you to drink a lot of fluids when you have a cold or the flu. So, what is the...

Mon, 26 Dec

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There is something about feeling appreciated that feels so very good. However, there is one big prob...

Sat, 24 Dec

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There are a lot of theories and myths about alcohol and how not to fall victim to its effects. For e...

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 08:03:00 -0000

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Smiling is a universal expression of happiness. Even babies born blind smile. So, what does smiling ...

Mon, 19 Dec

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Still need to get some holiday shopping done? One of the biggest stressors is trying to find a parki...

Sat, 17 Dec

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We are taught that jealousy and envy are not particularly productive emotions. Well, maybe – and m...

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 08:03:00 -0000

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When you go to a restaurant, there are some things you may not want to touch. Why? Well, because the...

Mon, 12 Dec

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Especially around the holidays, wouldn’t it be great if you could get more done in less time? List...

Sat, 10 Dec

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The Christmas season is full of stories and traditions. This episode begins with some facts about Ch...

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 08:03:00 -0000

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The holiday season is when we are most likely to give to those less fortunate. However, if you are g...

Mon, 05 Dec

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“Warning: Do Not Remove This Tag Under Penalty of Law”. For many years every pillow and mattress...

Sat, 03 Dec

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During the holiday season, you likely use a lot of power strips to plug in lights and decorations. T...

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 08:03:00 -0000

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The FedEx logo is legendary. It has won countless awards. Everyone who knows about logos says it is ...

Mon, 28 Nov

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Your doctor is supposed to wash his or her hands between patients. But sometimes doctors forget. Wou...

Sat, 26 Nov

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People didn’t always eat cereal for breakfast. In fact, the idea really didn’t catch on until th...

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 08:03:00 -0000

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Why does it seem that your stomach growls at exactly the wrong time? It is right when the room is fu...

Mon, 21 Nov

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Being neat is generally considered a good thing. But is neater, better? This episode begins with a l...

Sat, 19 Nov

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People make judgements about you the minute the lay eyes on you. This episode begins by explaining h...

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 08:03:00 -0000

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Teenage lovers hold hands but as people get older, we see it less and less. And that may be a bad th...

Mon, 14 Nov

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Having bad posture not only impacts how you appear to others, it can also have an effect on your phy...

Sat, 12 Nov

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How likely is it that your umbrella will attract lightning in a storm or that the elevator you are i...

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 08:03:00 -0000

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When you shop for big ticket items like a house or car, the day you choose to go really matters. Thi...

Mon, 07 Nov

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Your mother probably told you not to lie – and she was right. Of course, there are the moral reaso...

Sat, 05 Nov

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First impressions matter. That’s because once a person makes judgements about you, it can be diffi...

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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While I am certain you are a safe driver, there is one tip race car drivers know that will make you ...

Mon, 31 Oct

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 Everyone knows what a placebo is. We have talked about the placebo effect on previous episodes. Mo...

Sat, 29 Oct

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When people get angry, it is pretty common for them to get upset and maybe start yelling at whoever ...

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 07:04:00 -0000

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What follows is a list of the most popular Halloween candy overall in the U.S. Listen as I explain w...

Mon, 24 Oct

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Girls cry more than boys – that seems apparent. But why? Is it social conditioning or something mo...

Sat, 22 Oct

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Confidence makes you more attractive. It just does. So, I begin this episode by offering a short lis...

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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What do the following symptoms have in common: Tiredness, dizziness, stomach issues, headaches, dry ...

Mon, 17 Oct

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It is always tempting to try to impress people and show them how fabulous you are – or your child ...

Sat, 15 Oct

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The humble sandwich has been around for thousands of years and eaten all over the world in one form ...

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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If you are facing a big decision, you should sleep on it first. That is common advice. But is there ...

Mon, 10 Oct

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Who do you project yourself to be? It’s an important question if you want to convince someone of s...

Sat, 08 Oct

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This episode begins with a fascinating example of just how amazing the human mind is. You see, how ...

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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You have likely never ordered a milkshake from room service at a hotel because milkshakes are most l...

Mon, 03 Oct

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It's weird but true that a lot of people’s behavior can actually change just because they wear sun...

Sat, 01 Oct

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 We call them expiration dates when referring to dates on food packages but they aren’t all reall...

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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Heart disease is the #1 killer in the world. While there are many things you can do to reduce your r...

Mon, 26 Sep

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If you are an iPhone user, you may have noticed that some of your texts show up in blue and some sho...

Sat, 24 Sep

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It’s pretty clear that the placebo effect is a real thing even though we don’t understand it ver...

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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When you have to take a test and you don’t know the answer, the conventional advice is to go with ...

Mon, 19 Sep

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 You have probably been in a situation where you felt shy. As a result, you probably held back and ...

Sat, 17 Sep

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Everyone loves ketchup – or so it seems. In fact, it is one of the most universally loved foods in...

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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Your mother told you not to lie. After all, lying is dishonest. More importantly, it may also be bad...

Mon, 12 Sep

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You just might want to take your car keys to bed with you at night. Why? This episode begins with an...

Sat, 10 Sep

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Since watching a scary movie can be so stressful and even unpleasant – why do people do it? This e...

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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“ I wish I got more emails!” – said no one ever. Many of us start the day wading through email...

Mon, 05 Sep

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Anyone who cooks on a grill has wondered why it is that hot dogs come in packages of ten while hot d...

Sat, 03 Sep

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Do you save things that take up space that you know you will never, ever use again? This episode beg...

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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You probably don’t think of the Internet as an actual place but it really is – sort of. All of o...

Mon, 29 Aug

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Have you noticed that when you are working on a problem or trying to come up with a new idea there c...

Sat, 27 Aug

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I have never found over-the-counter cough and cold medicine to be very effective at relieving sympto...

Thu, 25 Aug 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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It’s a good thing you learned math in school. Why? Because when you apply math to pizza, you will ...

Mon, 22 Aug

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Have you ever thought your relationship with your cellphone was a bit over the top? This episode beg...

Sat, 20 Aug

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The typewriter keyboard was invented in the 1800s. Today, the layout of the letters on a computer ke...

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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There is an old adage that "opposites attract." And you do sometimes see couples that seem to prove ...

Mon, 15 Aug

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Ever have a night where your dreams seem really vivid and maybe even disturbing? This episode begins...

Sat, 13 Aug

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Who doesn’t love a barbecue? Still, there are some dangers with outdoor cooking. For instance, wh...

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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Have you ever noticed how great ideas and solutions often come to you in the shower? This episode be...

Mon, 08 Aug

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What if you could drink without getting drunk? Or at least feel the effects of alcohol less? One pro...

Sat, 06 Aug

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Your typical meeting involves people sitting in chairs talking. For many meetings, there may be a be...

Thu, 04 Aug 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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Ever get a song in your head but you can’t remember the title? This episode begins with a simple t...

Mon, 01 Aug

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How many times did your mother tell you not to swim for half an hour after you eat or not to scratch...

Sat, 30 Jul

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Water is amazing. Drink it and it keeps you alive. But did you know that drinking water can also mak...

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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Seems like there is always new research coming out about the benefits of coffee. This episode begins...

Mon, 25 Jul

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You have likely heard people say that having a dog is good for you. Usually, dog lovers say that. So...

Sat, 23 Jul

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If you took driver’s education, you probably remember being told to keep your hands at 10:00 o’c...

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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You probably hate when people don’t respond to your emails, right? Well, you may be part of the pr...

Wed, 20 Jul

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The earth is getting warmer and the consequences of that have already begun to impact us all. Today,...

Mon, 18 Jul

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Dog owners love it when their dog kisses them on the face. But is it really safe? This episode begin...

Sat, 16 Jul

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Being healthy takes a lot of work. But maybe it doesn’t always have to. This episode begins with s...

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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People cry when they are sad – so why do they also cry when they are happy? This episode begins wi...

Mon, 11 Jul

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Why is it that as soon as you get your car washed, a bird will find it and leave a nice big poop on ...

Sat, 09 Jul

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It seems to be human nature that the more money you have in your wallet, the more likely you are to ...

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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Nothing ruins a trip like getting car sick. But now there are motion sickness glasses. Do they work?...

Mon, 04 Jul

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We’ve all seen how dogs sniff each other – and it appears we humans do the same thing. (Not to d...

Sat, 02 Jul

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Ever have a hard time finding your keys or wallet or glasses – or even where you left your car in ...

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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Do you prefer fresh or frozen fish? Most people would likely choose fresh – but the topic is a bit...

Mon, 27 Jun

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We’ve all gotten the word about the importance of sunscreen. But there are several places on your ...

Sat, 25 Jun

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What is it about spicy food that makes some people love it and others avoid it like the plague? This...

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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Given the price of gasoline, we all need to conserve every drop we can. While you have probably hear...

Mon, 20 Jun

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Why do cashiers often ask for your phone number or email address? What if you don’t want to share ...

Sat, 18 Jun

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People like reruns. We like to watch old TV shows and movies over and over again, we often order the...

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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Are you a smiler? Smiling turns out to be really good for you in a lot of ways. This episode begins ...

Mon, 13 Jun

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The pandemic certainly made us more aware of the importance of washing our hands. However, it isn’...

Sat, 11 Jun

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With today’s gas prices, you want to make every gallon count. So perhaps you’ve wondered if you ...

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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About one in ten people claim to be allergic to penicillin. Interestingly, while they may think they...

Mon, 06 Jun

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I’ve always thought it was odd that it is called “plastic” surgery. What’s even stranger is ...

Sat, 04 Jun

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No one likes getting those annoying robocalls. This episode begins with a simple way to stop robocal...

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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Everyone snoops and eavesdrops. . It’s part of being human. This episode begins with a discussion ...

Mon, 30 May

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Did you know Memorial Day wasn’t declared a national Holiday until 1971? And it wasn’t always ca...

Sat, 28 May

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When you get a fever, what should you do? Some people say you should take medicine to knock it down ...

Thu, 26 May 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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It seems that no matter how much water you drink, someone is always telling you to drink more. They ...

Mon, 23 May

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For some reason, dogs seem to love to hang their head out the car window when it’s moving. Why do ...

Sat, 21 May

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People say they are attracted to people who make them laugh and have a good sense of humor. But it i...

Thu, 19 May 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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Do you know the difference between ice cream, gelato, soft-serve, frozen yogurt and sorbet? This epi...

Wed, 18 May

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Two of the biggest problems facing the world today are hunger and food waste. So, what if you create...

Mon, 16 May

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Don’t you hate it when a doctor makes you wait well past your appointment time? Why do they do tha...

Sat, 14 May

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Does a full moon really bring out craziness in people? Does it cause more car accidents and hospital...

Fri, 13 May

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This is a special bonus episode that is part of the Dell PodFerence 2022… Everyone has been in a s...

Thu, 12 May 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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If you wear a certain fragrance, people will perceive you as 12 pounds thinner. That’s just one of...

Mon, 09 May

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Every now and then you see someone being interviewed on television who has reached 100 years old - o...

Sat, 07 May

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What you smell can have a really interesting effect on you. Smells can make you happy, improve conce...

Thu, 05 May 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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Holding on to a grudge can feel righteous. After all, you’ve been wronged. You are entitled to hol...

Mon, 02 May

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Shoes can be dangerous - especially if they have big heels. This episode begins by looking at the lo...

Sat, 30 Apr

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Spring is when birds build nests and lay eggs all over the place. And you have probably heard that i...

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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How many times have you heard that - “We live in a fast-paced world?” Yet, in many ways we set t...

Mon, 25 Apr

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How many hours of sleep do you need? Some people claim they can do just fine with 4 or 5 hours. Can ...

Sat, 23 Apr

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Have you heard of dooring? It is a bicyclist’s nightmare. Dooring is when someone in a car along t...

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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As the weather gets warmer, people wear flip flops. While they may be easy and convenient, there are...

Mon, 18 Apr

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Who you hang out with can affect your health. This episode begins with some interesting research fro...

Sat, 16 Apr

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Every year a lot of pedestrians crossing the street get hit by cars and trucks. If you are often a p...

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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If Easter is a Christian celebration of the resurrection of Christ, how did the Easter Bunny become ...

Mon, 11 Apr

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Your freezer has an ice maker and your ice maker - believe it or not - has a heater. This episode be...

Sat, 09 Apr

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Why do some headaches seem to happen out of the blue? This episode begins with a list of reasons peo...

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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Ever had something go “down the wrong pipe” while you were eating and you started choking? Why d...

Mon, 04 Apr

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You have likely heard the advice that you should wash brand new clothes before you wear them the fir...

Sat, 02 Apr

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You only get one chance to make a good first impression. This episode begins with some proven techni...

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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Putting Covid aside, it turns out people are not getting sick and dying like they used to or in the ...

Mon, 28 Mar

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What makes a food a comfort food? Do those foods really comfort you? This episode begins by discussi...

Sat, 26 Mar

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Something I used to struggle with on my iPhone was going back and moving the cursor around in a text...

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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You probably have all sorts of batteries in your home. This episode begins with some interesting int...

Mon, 21 Mar

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Have you ever been tempted to buy a product (usually electronics) labeled, “refurbished”? The pr...

Sat, 19 Mar

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Everyone knows not to go grocery shopping when you are hungry because you will likely buy junk you d...

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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If you spend much time in meetings, you have probably noticed that often, it is just a few people wh...

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 07:03:00 -0000

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The founders of WeWork thought they were on the brink of making history. The company was valued at $...

Mon, 14 Mar

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Can simply drinking water make you smarter? Apparently so, at least for a little while. While no one...

Sat, 12 Mar

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I know I have heard people claim that bad weather causes aches and pains in their body. Is that real...

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 08:03:00 -0000

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Every airport has runways - and all of those runways have numbers. The numbers are always between 1 ...

Mon, 07 Mar

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A person’s first name can have a profound effect on their life. Listen as I describe how people ge...

Sat, 05 Mar

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Just how healthy is peanut butter? This episode begins with a look at some amazing and little-known ...

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 08:03:00 -0000

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One way to get to know someone better or get closer to them is by doing them a favor. However, ther...

Mon, 28 Feb

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Have you ever been driving down the highway and someone in the backseat rolls a window down and you ...

Sat, 26 Feb

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All kinds of things can influence a big decision. However, one thing you likely never considered is ...

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 08:03:00 -0000

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Growing up I remember my mother telling me I shouldn’t drink coffee because it could stunt my grow...

Mon, 21 Feb

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If you have a big decision to make, you might want to wash your hands first. Listen as this episode ...

Sat, 19 Feb

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What will happen if you try to make a photocopy of a $20 bill? I begin this episode by revealing wh...

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 08:03:00 -0000

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Does listening to music on earphone cause hearing loss? Well, that depends. This episode begins with...

Mon, 14 Feb

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When was the last time you cleaned and disinfected your cellphone? If it has been a while, I bet it ...

Sat, 12 Feb

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What is the best way to sign-off an email? It actually depends on what you want the outcome to be. ...

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 08:03:00 -0000

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If you have ever been pulled over by the police for a traffic violation, you know it is not easy to ...

Mon, 07 Feb

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If you were ever told to sit up straight and watch your posture, that was really good advice. Listen...

Sat, 05 Feb

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Is all gasoline pretty much the same? Not really. There is a difference. There is regular gas and th...

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 08:03:00 -0000

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Does grilling meat increase your risk of getting cancer? Maybe. But it isn’t that simple. This epi...

Mon, 31 Jan

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How do you decide when the gas tank in your car is low enough that you need to stop and get gas? Thi...

Sat, 29 Jan

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If you ever eat at Taco Bell, you have surely noticed that they sometimes have Nacho Fries on the me...

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 08:03:00 -0000

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Ever notice that your refrigerator has a light inside that comes on when you open the door but your ...

Mon, 24 Jan

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When you or your child cut a cut or scrape, it is likely you grab some antibiotic ointment to put on...

Sat, 22 Jan

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As you may have discovered over the holidays, finding the right gift to give someone can be difficul...

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 08:03:00 -0000

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What do you crave? Well, whatever it is, the next time you crave it, there is something simple you c...

Mon, 17 Jan

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If you enjoy garlic, you are probably well aware that there is a downside to eating it - and that is...

Sat, 15 Jan

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Why do some buildings have revolving doors? After all, they are sometimes heavy and hard to push, an...

Wed, 12 Jan

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If you haven’t got a New Year’s resolution to work on yet - I’ve got one for you - it’s tack...

Mon, 10 Jan

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The room where you work, whether that’s at home or in an office, should probably be 77 degrees. Wh...

Sat, 08 Jan

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As admirable as it is to set a New Year’s resolution, the chances of sticking to it in the long te...

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 08:03:00 -0000

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Did you know that the scent of lavender is supposed to be calming? It may be the scent of trust, as ...

Mon, 03 Jan

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Ever catch a glimpse of your computer screen in just the right light and see just how dusty and filt...

Sat, 01 Jan

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We all know driving while distracted is a bad idea - particularly driving and texting. In fact, dist...

Thu, 30 Dec 2021 08:03:00 -0000

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Isn’t it great when you get one of those “A-Ha Moments”. You know, when an idea or the answ...

Mon, 27 Dec

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Ask just about anyone and they will tell you that antioxidants are really good for you. In fact, som...

Sat, 25 Dec

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Want to look younger - dramatically younger? I begin this episode with 3 simple ways that change ho...

Thu, 23 Dec 2021 08:03:00 -0000

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We all know how easy it is to overspend when we go shopping. Plus, it is no secret that retailers do...

Mon, 20 Dec

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Remember a few years ago when people were saying, “Sitting is the new smoking”? Seriously, what ...

Sat, 18 Dec

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For many of us, the Christmas holiday season is very special. Yet, there was a time in the United St...

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 08:03:00 -0000

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Why do people sometimes choke when they swallow? Is it really because it went down “the wrong pipe...

Mon, 13 Dec

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Which is better at stopping a cough - cough syrup with codeine or chocolate? This episode begins wit...

Sat, 11 Dec

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If I asked you, could you tell me where your main water shutoff valve is for your home? Do you leav...

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 08:03:00 -0000

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Have you heard of “touch starvation”? It’s a real thing that happens when you don’t have the...

Mon, 06 Dec

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How many times have you opened up a new box with electronics or shoes or maybe even some beef jerky ...

Sat, 04 Dec

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People often listen to music while they are working because they believe it helps concentrate and po...

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 08:03:00 -0000

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Something is probably missing in your old holiday photos. In fact, the older you get, the more you n...

Mon, 29 Nov

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Why do people kiss under the mistletoe? When did that all start? This episode begins with a brief hi...

Sat, 27 Nov

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Want to know if someone you like is truly compatible with you? Check out their taste in music. This ...

Thu, 25 Nov 2021 08:03:00 -0000

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Ever talk to someone who is looking at their phone and they act as if they don’t even hear you? Th...

Mon, 22 Nov

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Most of us have heard the poinsettia plants are poisonous to people and pets. How poisonous? Will ea...

Sat, 20 Nov

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Just how accurate is Wikipedia? If you go to one of their articles, how likely is it to be correct a...

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 08:03:00 -0000

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Finding the right holiday for co-workers can be a challenge. You don't want to spend too much but yo...

Mon, 15 Nov

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Ever have trouble hearing someone on the phone so you cover your other ear to block out the noise? T...

Sat, 13 Nov

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You have probably heard that it not a good idea to allow your dog to sleep on the bed. Despite what ...

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 08:03:00 -0000

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 If you have a male doctor who wears a tie, that tie could come into contact with you as your docto...

Mon, 08 Nov

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With people drinking more around the holiday season, it is important to realize that not all drinks ...

Sat, 06 Nov

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Who doesn’t struggle occasionally to remember important things – like names or passwords or what...

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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You have likely heard the advice that you should get an annual physical exam from your doctor and yo...

Mon, 01 Nov

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Your siblings have had an important impact on you, whether you realize it or not. This episode begin...

Sat, 30 Oct

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What’s the best seat in a movie theater? While people do have their own preferences, there actuall...

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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What’s the difference between an antique, a collectible and a vintage item? This episode begins wi...

Mon, 25 Oct

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If you are booking a commercial flight, what is the best seat to choose? You might want to look at r...

Sat, 23 Oct

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Is it possible to work and stay focused in a messy office or environment? This question has actually...

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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There are a lot of benefits to being a happy person. This episode begins by discussing one more reas...

Mon, 18 Oct

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Becoming a homeowner is a big goal for so many people. It is part of the American dream. But is owni...

Sat, 16 Oct

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It is called the “psychology of requests.” That is, if you want someone to do something for you,...

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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Passwords are a real pain. If it is too random, you can’t remember. If you it too easy, you could ...

Mon, 11 Oct

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Taking a daily multivitamin seems like it might be good insurance - but is it? This episode begins w...

Sat, 09 Oct

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I’ll bet there have been times when someone has offered to help you and you declined. You probabl...

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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Can you actually get sick from being sad? Can prolonged sadness shorten your lifespan? A lot of peop...

Mon, 04 Oct

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It’s called The Pink Tax. It’s when the women’s version of a product (like razors) costs more ...

Sat, 02 Oct

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Can your employer boss spy on you? You bet they can! This episode begins by explaining just how far ...

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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The #2 pencil is the one most of us use most of the time. So, why not a #1 pencil? Is there even suc...

Mon, 27 Sep

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Jet lag can cause a trip to get off to a tough start. This episode begins with some simple and effec...

Sat, 25 Sep

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I bet everyone has flushed the toilet with their foot to avoid the germs on the handle. I know I hav...

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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“You’re call is very important to us…” Don’t you just hate hearing that? Having to call cu...

Mon, 20 Sep

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What is the purpose of that ball of cotton in your bottle of pills? You probably think you know but ...

Sat, 18 Sep

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How could using reusable grocery bags affect your body? f you take your own bags to the grocery sto...

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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You make a countless number of decisions every single day, from what to have for breakfast to what t...

Mon, 13 Sep

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Have you ever felt that urge to snoop or eavesdrop on someone? Actually, everyone does it. This epi...

Sat, 11 Sep

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What could be cuter than a young child and a dog together? Yet, it could be a very dangerous situati...

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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Putting nitrogen in your car’s tires (instead of just plain air) is kind of a trendy thing. If y...

Mon, 06 Sep

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Want to be really happy? If so, it makes sense to ask happy people what makes them happy. So we begi...

Sat, 04 Sep

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Here’s a question for you if you wear a watch. Have you washed it recently? I bet not. So, this ep...

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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You already know how important a good night’s sleep is. But how much is enough? This episode begin...

Mon, 30 Aug

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We all want to save energy and money - but does doing things like turning off lights or unplugging a...

Sat, 28 Aug

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When you think about preventing skin cancer, you most likely think about sunscreen and limiting sun ...

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 10:03:00 -0000

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Not all that long ago, just about everyone had a landline home telephone. It had one phone number an...

Mon, 23 Aug

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Interruptions can be infuriating - especially at work. They can ruin your concentration and your pro...

Sat, 21 Aug

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Even though you know money is filthy dirty, it can still make you feel good. This episode begins by ...

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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Do you hold hands with your mate? If you don’t, you probably should. This episode begins with a br...

Mon, 16 Aug

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If you are not a celebrity, how do you get a table at a busy restaurant that is all booked up? This ...

Sat, 14 Aug

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Selling items on eBay can be fun and profitable. And there are a few little tricks than can make it ...

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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Ever watch a TV chef put seasoning on food? Often, they sprinkle the herbs and spices from high up? ...

Mon, 09 Aug

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“Sometimes you need a good cry.” How many times have you heard that advice? So what does the sci...

Sat, 07 Aug

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When it comes to easing traffic congestion, sometimes the solution is worse than the original proble...

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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Everyone likes to laugh, and it turns out there are some real health benefits to laughter. This epis...

Mon, 02 Aug

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Some people always seem to look great in photographs. How do they do it? This episode begins with so...

Sat, 31 Jul

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While we tend to be very good at noticing our failures, keeping track of all your victories is a muc...

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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Everyone doodles. It is just something we do, especially when listening to a boring speaker. Yet doo...

Mon, 26 Jul

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Do you like your signature? What message does it send to the people who see it? This episode begins ...

Sat, 24 Jul

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We can all do a little bit to improve our driving skills. For example, do you turn your headlights o...

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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Wi-Fi is great except when the microwave oven is on. At least that is the case in my house. Wheneve...

Mon, 19 Jul

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A common ingredient listed on perfumes, colognes, soaps and lotions is “fragrance.” That doesn’...

Sat, 17 Jul

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Everyone know that texting and driving is dangerous. But why is it so much more dangerous than drivi...

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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In the last several years, a lot of different kinds of salt have popped up on store shelves. It used...

Mon, 12 Jul

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You have probably noticed that aluminum foil has a shiny side and a dull side. Why? What’s the dif...

Sat, 10 Jul

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Anyone who travels knows you often don’t sleep well on the first night at your new destination - e...

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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When you order something online, do you then track the package to see where it is and when it is com...

Mon, 05 Jul

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You’ve washed your hands a million times. Yet there is a pretty good chance you are probably doing...

Sat, 03 Jul

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Are you neat or messy? You most likely have a preference for either a neat or a cluttered work envir...

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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Moms have been passing down health and beauty advice for generations and some of it is just plain wr...

Mon, 28 Jun

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Hard to imagine a hot summer day without a can of soda or beer. Before the mid-60s those cans were a...

Sat, 26 Jun

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Do you know what happens to your brain when you are sleeping? In a sense, a cleaning crew gets in th...

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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Have you ever had déjà vu - that feeling that what you are experiencing now, you have experienced ...

Mon, 21 Jun

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How does music affect your feelings and emotions? This episode begins by looking at some interesting...

Sat, 19 Jun

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It just happens that sometimes you have to ask a stranger for a favor. Perhaps you need to borrow th...

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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Dogs are fascinating. The things they do, the ways they behave are so interesting to watch. Plus, th...

Mon, 14 Jun

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Ask people what their favorite number is and you will get a lot of different answers. But if you ask...

Sat, 12 Jun

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If you have brothers or sisters, you probably know that sibling relationships change as we move from...

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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Remember when we all started using reusable grocery bags and there was a big concern about germs and...

Mon, 07 Jun

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Hold a strand of spaghetti at each end and break it in 2. It cannot be done. And this puzzle has mys...

Sat, 05 Jun

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Have you heard the advice that couples should have a date night. That’s common advice to help keep...

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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Has it ever happened that your cellphone rang or buzzed but when you checked it had not? It was a ph...

Mon, 31 May

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A kiss is so much more than just a kiss. It turns out kissing sends messages to the person you are k...

Sat, 29 May

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Ever notice those people who shop at the grocery store and sometimes changes their mind and take ite...

Thu, 27 May 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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Skill, practice and hard work are often considered the cornerstones of success. Maybe. However, one ...

Mon, 24 May

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Taking your cellphone or tablet to the beach or the pool is a risky proposition. If it drops into th...

Sat, 22 May

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Have you ever had that experience of driving and all of a sudden seeing a motorcycle that “came ou...

Thu, 20 May 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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At our house, we take our shoes off when we come in from outside and it turns out to be a good idea....

Mon, 17 May

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What could possibly be the difference between all the zillions of shampoos on the market? If you wan...

Sat, 15 May

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We’d probably all like to be more persuasive. And there is one little sentence to tack on to the e...

Thu, 13 May 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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When you have a smart phone, you can take a photo of anything, anytime, anywhere. So this episode st...

Mon, 10 May

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Next time you are feeling stressed or need a little reassurance there is someone you need to call - ...

Sat, 08 May

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Often people who deal with the public as part of their job often begin to believe that people in gen...

Thu, 06 May 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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When it comes to medical advice, a doctor is supposed to know what is truth and what is myth. Howeve...

Mon, 03 May

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If you don’t wear decent sunglasses outside, you are asking for trouble. Just ask any eye doctor. ...

Sat, 01 May

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Everyone is different but when I need to solve a problem or think of something creative, I often lie...

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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Noise levels are increasing, and all that noise can have a lot of negative effects on your health an...

Mon, 26 Apr

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If you saw someone walking down the street and they were not swinging their arms, you would think it...

Sat, 24 Apr

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When you feel pain or some ache in your body, you likely reach for a Tylenol. And it turns out that ...

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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You are more likely to be happy if your friends are happy- and even if your friend’s friends are h...

Mon, 19 Apr

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Are only children at a social disadvantage? It has long been thought that children who grow up with ...

Sat, 17 Apr

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Who doesn’t have a cellphone? It is hard to find someone who doesn’t have one with them all the ...

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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Smile! Why? Because smiling offers a lot of benefits. This episode begins with a discussion on all t...

Mon, 12 Apr

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We all know music has an effect on us. One effect it has that you may not be aware of is how it impa...

Sat, 10 Apr

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Conventional wisdom is that you should get a physical exam every year with your doctor. Should you r...

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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With public restrooms, there is a definite YUCK factor. Still, when it comes to choosing which stall...

Mon, 05 Apr

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This episode begins with a look at some fascinating science of everyday life. For example, how the c...

Sat, 03 Apr

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Did you know the weather can affect your buying decisions? Apparently it can and that can be a big ...

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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What’s the fastest insect? How long does a common housefly live? How many kinds of insects are the...

Mon, 29 Mar

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There is an often-quoted study about the importance of goal setting and success that happened at Yal...

Sat, 27 Mar

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Do you play a musical instrument? If not, maybe you should. This is especially true if you are outgo...

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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You know when you get part of a song stuck in your head? It can be hard to get rid of. As with most ...

Mon, 22 Mar

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Mother's Day is just around the corner. Who started it? Listen as I begin this episode with a brief ...

Sat, 20 Mar

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It’s become a cliché to say that great ideas come in the shower. But the fact is – they do! And...

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 07:03:00 -0000

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Everyone know that you should say “I love you” to your mate because it fosters intimacy and conn...

Mon, 15 Mar

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We go through a lot of batteries in our house with all of our remotes and clocks and flashlights - a...

Sat, 13 Mar

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If you have ever cooked pasta you’ve likely considered using HOT tap water instead of cold to spee...

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 08:03:00 -0000

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Don’t you just hate it when you have to throw milk away when it goes bad? This episode begins with...

Mon, 08 Mar

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Which word in the English language has the most meanings? This episode begins by revealing this simp...

Sat, 06 Mar

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You have probably heard It said that it Is illegal to kill a praying mantis. Is it? Not that you wou...

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 08:03:00 -0000

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One way to blow your credibility in any conversation or in anything you write is to misuse or mispro...

Mon, 01 Mar

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How much gold is on our planet? And have found most of it? This episode begins with some fascinating...

Sat, 27 Feb

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Have you ever gone to the supermarket only to find everything had been moved around? Why do they mov...

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 08:03:00 -0000

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One thing cats do that annoys a lot of people is they hunt, kill and bring home birds and mice and o...

Mon, 22 Feb

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Men - and teenage boys - sometimes act foolishly in front of beautiful women. They are also known to...

Sat, 20 Feb

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Many men - and women too - wish they were taller. Unfortunately, there is no simple fix for that. B...

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 08:03:00 -0000

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Dust is everywhere. And as soon as you get rid of it, it comes right back again. This episode begins...

Mon, 15 Feb

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Where do potholes come from? Did you know there is a “pothole season” when they are more likely ...

Sat, 13 Feb

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When you ask someone on a date, is it better to call or send a text or email? There is a preferred m...

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 08:03:00 -0000

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Wearing a face mask has become part of everyday life. What type of mask is the best to protect you a...

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 08:05:00 -0000

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From the producers of "Something You Should Know" comes The Washies! As a SYSK subscriber you are ge...

Mon, 08 Feb

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How do you get someone to say - YES? There is a simple phrase or two you can add to any request that...

Sat, 06 Feb

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If you have ever lost weight, you’ve probably asked yourself, “When I lose weight, where does th...

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 05:03:00 -0000

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We all have regrets. And when you stop and think about it, having regrets doesn’t help you very mu...

Mon, 01 Feb

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How many times do you see food labels claim things like “All-Natural” or “Doctor Recommended”...

Sat, 30 Jan

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How do you show you care? Sometimes simple is better. In fact there are a few simple things you can ...

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 08:03:00 -0000

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Did you know there is a day that is considered to be the most depressing day of the year? Yup. It ha...

Mon, 25 Jan

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I’m sure you’ve seen construction crews sandblasting. Next time you see that - run!. This episod...

Sat, 23 Jan

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When you have pain – you want it to go away. While taking a pill or two can help ease the pain, th...

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 08:03:00 -0000

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One of the benefits of houseplants is that they clean the air in your home or office - right? Well, ...

Mon, 18 Jan

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Have you ever asked yourself, “Is it ever too late?” If you don’t set your social and professi...

Sat, 16 Jan

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I suspect you’ve been cheated or lied to at some point in your life and thought to yourself, “Ho...

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 08:03:00 -0000

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Happiness can be elusive - especially now.. Being locked down with little to do and being away from ...

Mon, 11 Jan

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If you ask most people if stress can lead to cancer, I think they would say yes. I imagine there are...

Sat, 09 Jan

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Have you ever watched someone blow out the candles on a birthday cake and wondered, “Do I really w...

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 08:03:00 -0000

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Identity theft is often not the result of some high-tech scam. It is frequently because someone digs...

Mon, 04 Jan

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In the search for love, you’ve probably heard claims that pheromones can make you more appealing. ...

Sat, 02 Jan

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 I don’t know about you but I simply cannot walk and text at the same time. And that turns out to...

Thu, 31 Dec 2020 08:03:00 -0000

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We have all had the experience of a fly landing on our food and then pondering whether to toss it ou...

Mon, 28 Dec

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I am sure you have had to perform under pressure. So you know that it is difficult to do and often y...

Sat, 26 Dec

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How can drinking hot cocoa from an orange mug taste different from drinking hot cocoa from a blue mu...

Thu, 24 Dec 2020 08:03:00 -0000

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It is called the “helper’s high.” It’s that feeling you get when you do something nice for s...

Mon, 21 Dec

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We are taught that jealousy and envy are not productive emotions. Well, maybe. This episode begins w...

Sat, 19 Dec

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Negotiating your own salary can be stressful and difficult. This episode begins with some proven way...

Thu, 17 Dec 2020 08:03:00 -0000

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Are you planning to re-gift a gift this Christmas? People have been regifting forever - although it ...

Mon, 14 Dec

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During the holidays, we use a lot of power strips to plug in lights and decorations. So this episode...

Sat, 12 Dec

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Confident people just have a way about them. The way they act and talk draws people to them. So how ...

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 08:03:00 -0000

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Christmas is a fun holiday with lots of stories and traditions. This episode begins with some intere...

Mon, 07 Dec

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The corona virus vaccine comes as a shot -most likely two shots! And getting shots is no fun. So thi...

Sat, 05 Dec

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Why do people get angry over the little things? At least one leading expert believes it’s all abou...

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 08:03:00 -0000

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Have you ever had “one of those days”? You know those days when everything seems to go wrong and...

Mon, 30 Nov

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Eating cereal for breakfast is a relatively new concept that really didn’t catch on until the 1940...

Sat, 28 Nov

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Getting kids to eat their vegetables can be frustrating for parents. However there are some techniqu...

Thu, 26 Nov 2020 08:03:00 -0000

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We all want people to like us and obviously a lot of things determine just how likable you are. Howe...

Mon, 23 Nov

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Will you be traveling over the holidays? Obviously, the spike in Covid-19 cases is causing people to...

Sat, 21 Nov

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How much water do you drink in a day? Not drinking enough water is a big problem. And while being a ...

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 08:03:00 -0000

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Just as you judge others based on their appearance, other people judge you. This episode begins with...

Mon, 16 Nov

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Have you ever been mesmerized by the flicker of a flame in a fire or on a candle? What is it about f...

Sat, 14 Nov

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Have you taken your temperature lately? Most of us think a normal temperature is 98.6 degrees. Howev...

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 08:03:00 -0000

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Ever worry that an elevator you are in will somehow come loose and drop? Or that a big spider will c...

Mon, 09 Nov

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What happens if you work hard to build up your FICO credit score but then you make a mistake and mis...

Sat, 07 Nov

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If you would like to feel really good, then watch this YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?...

Thu, 05 Nov 2020 08:03:00 -0000

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Do you know how to get the most juice out of a lemon or lime? Or how to get the smell of garlic off ...

Mon, 02 Nov

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While you are probably more careful about the surfaces you touch and keeping things sanitized, you m...

Sat, 31 Oct

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When you search for something in Google does it matter what order you put the words in? What about p...

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 07:03:00 -0000

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Did you know the can opener was invented 50 years AFTER the tin can? So how did they open cans befor...

Mon, 26 Oct

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First impressions count. One big reason why is that once a person makes judgements about you, they c...

Sat, 24 Oct

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Is it true that nice guys finish last? Sure, there are a lot of successful nice guys but there are a...

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 07:03:00 -0000

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 Everyone likes to feel appreciation, and everyone knows just how powerful appreciation can be. How...

Mon, 19 Oct

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I bet you’ve had that experience of waking up just before the alarm goes off. It turns out it isn’...