Something You Should Know

How to Fail Well and Move On & Diet Tricks that Never Work and What Works Better

21 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Of course you want high self-esteem and you sure want your kids to have it. But there is actually only one way to get it and it is not the way a lot o...

How to Apply the Science of Success to Your Career & What You Never Knew About Your Bones

18 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Isn’t it great when you have an “A-Ha Moment”? It’s when an idea or the answer to a problem just pops in your head. But is it actually a GOOD ...

How to Actually Make Yourself Smarter & How Too Much Efficiency Makes You Less Efficient

14 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone has heard about antioxidants. In fact, a lot of people take antioxidant supplements. But is more better? We begin this episode with a look at...

Negotiation Strategies for Regular People & Brain Hacks to Get Things Done That You Hate To Do

11 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Decision making is easy when you have to choose one of two options. However, when you add that third option (or more), it is amazing how the decision ...

Fascinating Backstories of Modern Technology & What Really Determines How Long You Live

07 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Every driver has likely had the experience of encountering a motorcycle that “came out of nowhere.” How does that happen? There is actually an exp...

Surprising Ways We Influence Each Other & How to Handle Emotions at Work

04 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ever have the feeling someone is watching you? Almost everyone has had the experience but do humans actually have the ability to sense that? I begin t...

Amazing Factors that Determine What and How Much You Eat & How to Better Deal with Life’s Catastrophes

28 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ever go out knowing your hair looks horrible or there is something wrong with your clothes? Everyone probably has but the more important question is –...

Powerful Success Secrets You Never Knew & Why Conventional Wisdom is Often Wrong

25 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Can you tell just by looking if someone is honest and trustworthy? Actually you can but the reason will surprise you. Listen as I begin this episode o...

The Damage Done by Your Negative Self-Talk and How to Fix It & Why Boys Falling Behind

21 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

There are a lot of things you likely believe that are not true. For example, sugar causes hyperactivity in children. That’s just one of several comm...

The Important Difference Between Being Rich and Being Wealthy & How to Control Any Conversation

18 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

When you grocery shop, are you one of those people who sometimes changes their mind and takes items out of your shopping cart and stashes them somewhe...

How to Use Your Memory to be More Successful & The Secrets of Loving Couples

14 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Couples should have a date night. That’s common advice to help keep the romance alive in long term relationships. But interestingly, “couple time”...

The Fascinating Things That Make You Human & Natural Remedies – Which Ones Really Work?

11 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

If you want to be more persuasive, there is one little sentence to tack on to the end of any request that is more likely to get people to do what you ...

Really Dumb Things Smart People Do with Money and The Power of Having the Right Attitude

07 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

People who deal with the public as part of their job often begin to believe that people in general are not very bright. For example, one question work...

If Your Heart Has Ever Been Broken - Listen to This & Amazing Ways Numbers Affect You

04 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

When I need to solve a problem or think of something creative, I often lie down, close my eyes and think. And it turns out that is good advice for eve...

How Social Media Sucks You In Without You Knowing It & How Chemicals in Your Home Mess with Your Hormones

31 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Some people like their chocolate chip cookies crispy right out of the often while others like them soft and chewy and some people like them somewhere ...

How to be a Great Customer So You Get What You Want & What do Facebook and Google Really Know About You?

28 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We have all heard how some people become sad or depressed during the winter months? Maybe it’s the lack of sunlight or the social isolation of winte...

The Science of Making Meetings Not Suck & How to Be Much Happier (and Why You Should)

24 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

As I write and post this, much of the U.S. and other parts of the world have been hit by extreme cold in the last several days. So I begin today’s e...

Amazing Stories Behind Cool Whip, Mac & Cheese and other Iconic Food & What It Takes to Be in the Top 1%

21 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

There is a good chance that your partner is not a lot taller or shorter than you are. People seem to be attracted to people who are of a similar heigh...

The Magic of Building On Your Strengths and How to Better Handle the Admin of Daily Life

17 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Should you really get an annual check-up or go to the dentist twice a year? What about wearing sunscreen everyday? Are all these things really necessa...

How to Scientifically Make Your Brain Perform Noticeably Better & How to Effectively Hold a Grudge

14 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

How many times have you been told you should be thankful for what you have? Well, there may be some profound wisdom in that. I begin this podcast with...

How the House You Live In Affects Who You Are & The Scientific Way To Lose Weight for the New Year

10 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

When you feel and ache or pain in your body, you likely reach for a Tylenol. And it turns out that you should also reach for one when you are feeling ...

The Fascinating Reason Why More is Never Enough & What You Never Knew About Spices

07 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone seems to have a cellphone – ALL the time. But there are some circumstances when you really should put your phone away so others don’t see...

How to Stop Making Stupid Mistakes & How to Nail Your New Year’s Resolution

03 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

You think you understand the concept of distracted driving – yes? You know it is NOT a good idea to text and drive. But it turns out to be more comp...

Best Moments of 2018 You May Have Missed - Part 2

31 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We end 2018 with the second of our two-part look back at the best moments of the past year. With so much fascinating information from the last twelve ...

How to Become the Person You Really Want to Be & Why You Like What You Like

27 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

You probably associate yawning with being tired or maybe being bored. However, according to some interesting research, yawning has nothing to do with ...

Best Moments of 2018 You May Have Missed – Part 1

24 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

With over 100 episodes a year, it is entirely possible you may have missed some of the best, most interesting moments of the past year. Or perhaps you...

How to Get People to Notice Just How Great You Really Are & Answers to Fascinating Life Questions

20 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Does being unhappy make you more likely to get sick or even shorten your life span? A lot of people believe that. So, in this episode we look at the s...

The Amazing Science Behind Why You Dream at Night & How to Make Real Friends and Connections

17 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

There are a lot of theories and myths about alcohol and how not to fall victim to its effects. For example, mixing caffeine with alcohol will make you...

How to Ask For and Get Anything You Want & How Medicine Has Changed in 100 Years

13 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Do attractive people really get the best tables at a restaurant? Did you know menus are designed to steer you to particular dishes? These are just a f...

Fascinating Stories Behind Holiday Songs and Traditions & How to Acquire the “It Factor” for Success

10 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It is easy and tempting to overspend on holiday gifts. Plus retailers do everything they can to encourage you to spend more. So this episode begins wi...

The Science of Achieving Your Goals & The Truth Behind Double Dipping and the 5-Second Rule

06 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When you look at old holiday photos, you will notice something is definitely missing – and it is something you really wish was there. I begin this e...

Why We All Eavesdrop (Even When We Shouldn’t) & Important Business Etiquette You Never Knew

03 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes you may find yourself in a bad mood for no real reason. So how do you snap out of it? We begin this episode with some very easy, practical a...

Powerful Strategies to Be More Assertive & Expert Travel Advice You Will Definitely Use

29 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Who doesn’t love the smell of a Christmas tree? For most of us, the scent of pine is wonderful. So much so that it is in all sorts of products from ...

The Surprising Link Between Money and Happiness & When Questions Are More Important Than Answers

26 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When guests come in to your home, what do they notice most of all? If you are having guests into your house this holiday season you will want to hear ...

The Real Science of Aliens, UFOs and Life On Other Planets & How to Handle Manipulative People

22 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

You most likely have a preference for either a neat or a cluttered work environment. So which is better? Well it depends on what type of work you are ...

How to Preserve Your Collectibles, Heirlooms and Family Treasures & The Story of Thanksgiving

19 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Can certain sounds actually be good for your health? Yes, according to some important research. From a purring cat to the sound of a harp to crashing ...

The Fascinating History of Blue Jeans & Incredible Science About You and Your World

15 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The evidence is pretty clear that in order to be productive and to do excellent work, you need to take breaks. You can’t just work non-stop. But whe...

How to Respond When People Say NO! & Why You Need More Friends & How to Find Them

12 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What’s the secret to a happy life? Probably the best people to ask are people who say they are happy. So we begin this episode by revealing what hap...

What Really Influences How You Think & Something Fascinating Google, Amazon and Facebook Have in Common

08 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Do you really need to get a physical exam every year? We begin this episode by exploring who should and maybe who should not get an annual check-up an...

How Human Nature Screws Up Your Life (and How to Fix It) & The Trouble with Recycling

05 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In most places around the world, Siri comes with a female voice by default. Of course you can change it but most people don’t. This is true for mos...

What to STOP Doing if You Want to Succeed & How to Crush the Urge to Overeat

01 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is released a few days before most people in the U.S. change their clocks back to standard time. And each time we change the clocks, peop...

The Science of Personality: Why You Are Who You Are & How to Make Changes That Stick

29 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The weather can affect your buying decisions without you realizing it. That can be a big factor when you buy a big ticket item like a house or a car. ...

How Electronic Communication Gets You in Trouble & The History of Your Favorite Halloween Candy

25 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We all have those times when we are stressed and need to chill out. So I begin this episode with some proven simple and easy ways to reduce anxiety an...

Body Language Secrets the FBI Uses & The Lost Art of Corporate Slogans and Why They Matter

22 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

If you don’t play a musical instrument – maybe you should. This is especially true if you are outgoing and an extrovert. It seems that your person...

The Real Dangers of Too Much Pleasure & Why You Should Celebrate Every Failure

18 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

So you get ready to make a salad and you rinse the lettuce and carrots and tomatoes under the faucet for a few seconds. Does that really get rid of th...

What You MUST Know if You Fly Commercial Airlines & The Amazing Benefits of Taking Time for Yourself

15 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Spending time with annoying and irritating people can be hazardous to your mental health! That’s according to some research from my alma mater, the ...

Why Some Things & People Become Popular & How to Use Logic Effectively

11 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Anyone who has ever cooked pasta has thought about using HOT tap water instead of cold to speed up the process. After all, hot tap water takes less ti...

Why You Have Trouble Sleeping and How to Fix It & How to Succeed When You Feel Like You Don’t Belong

08 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Even the best drivers get in serious accidents – usually because of bad drivers. So we start this episode with a look at why good drivers get into a...

Why You Are Drawn to Distractions and How to Stop It & Why You Need More Fun at Work

04 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Is it illegal to kill a praying mantis? Not that you would want to – but could you actually be fined or go to jail if you got caught? We begin this ...

The Amazing Reason You Get Disgusted & Inventions that Could’ve Happened Much Sooner

01 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Not long ago I went to the supermarket only to find everything had been moved around. Nothing was where it used to be. Why? I’ll explain why they do...

Where Conspiracy Theories Come From & Which Do Humans Prefer – Strict or Loose Rules?

27 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

You probably just assume food grown organically is healthier – and maybe it is. But you also probably think that organic food tastes better. You may...

Fascinating Mysteries that Baffle Science & The Incredible Story of Human Spaceflight

24 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

You tip the waiter at the end of a meal for a job well done. But when it comes to tipping the maid and other people at a hotel, it is actually better ...

How to Have a Good Day (Almost) Everyday & Extremely Fascinating Facts You Never Knew

20 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I’ve lived with dogs most of my life (and one pretty cool cat) so I am fascinated by doggy behavior. And did you know that even though dogs will eat...

Fascinating Ways Your Brain Works & Amazing Advice for People Who Are “Too Sensitive”

17 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

You may not have ever noticed this but hotels rarely offer milkshakes on their room service menu. And yet, if a hotel has a kitchen there is a good ch...

The Sneaky Fees Businesses Charge and What to Do About It & The Fascinating History of Slang

13 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What could be simpler than washing your hands? You’ve done it a zillion times. And yet you are probably not doing it correctly. With cold and flu se...

How to Actually Think Better & The Secret of Eating What You Enjoy Without Guilt

10 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Many people wish they were taller. Unfortunately there is no simple fix for that. But there are ways to LOOK taller and we start this episode with som...

Discover How to Be Luckier in Everyday Life & A Proven Way to Make Better Decisions

06 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

People who travel a lot have to come up with their own travel hacks and secrets in order to stay sane! Several of the people who work for CNN and tra...

How to Find Hidden Collectibles in Your Home & Powerful Career Advice You Haven’t Heard Before

03 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Whenever you get a new credit card in the mail, you are encouraged to sign the back of it. In fact many say, “Not valid until signed.” But should ...

The Amazing Way Your House Influences Your Behavior & What To Do When You Can't Forgive

30 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

If you want to ask someone on a date, you could call them up and ask or you could send a text or email. So which of those methods is most effective? W...

How to Remember Anything, Anytime , Anywhere & The Dark Side of Success

27 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever thought to yourself, “When I lose weight, where does the fat go?” It is an interesting question and the fact is most health professi...

How Pictures Always Make You More Persuasive & Do Men Really Prefer Blondes?

23 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

If you want someone to know you really care for them and that they are special to you, there are a few simple things you can do that can have a huge i...

Are You Unknowingly Sabotaging Yourself? & The Amazing Story of the World’s Sand Shortage

20 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When you have pain – you want it to go away. While taking a pill or two can help ease the pain, there are some other interesting and unconventional ...

What Really Makes Love Work Long Term & The Really Good News About Depression

16 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I suspect you’ve been cheated or lied to at some point in your life and thought to yourself, “How in the world did I fall for that?” There is a...

The Science of Being a Peak Performer & How to Improve Your Writing – Instantly

13 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever watched someone blow out the candles on a birthday cake and wondered, “Do I really want to eat cake after someone blew and spit all ov...

How to Give and Get Criticism Well & How to Use Computer Algorithms to Solve Your Problems

09 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Somehow I simply cannot walk and text at the same time. And that turns out to be a good thing. I begin this episode with some fascinating research abo...

What Really Controls Your Behavior & How Being Too Clean Can Make You Sick

06 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to successful online dating, the two things that seem to matter most are your screen name and your profile picture. I begin this episode...

The Benefits of Cursing & How the World is Getting Better - Even If It Doesn't Seem So

02 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This episode begins with a look at some fascinating science of everyday life. For example, how the calorie count for food is determined, what does it ...

What Music Does to Your Brain & The Amazing Benefits and Techniques of Decluttering

30 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Negotiating your own salary can be stressful and difficult. This episode begins with some proven ways to help you maneuver through the negotiation pro...

Why Eating Healthy Isn’t as Hard as You Think & How to Be More Productive Than Ever

26 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What’s the real reason people get angry over the little things? At least one leading expert believes it’s all about control. I begin this episode ...

Powerful Ways to Instantly Be More Persuasive & How to Create and Present the Right Image

23 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Should you really not go swimming until a half hour after eating? Can you really get poison ivy by touching someone who already has it? These are just...

Fascinating Ways Different Foods Affect You & Cool Life Hacks That Will Save You Time & Money

19 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When you want something from someone else – like in a negotiation – it usually doesn’t pay to get mad. But it might be a good idea to get sad. T...

The Flawed Psychology of Low Price Shopping & Why You Get Sick and How to Prevent It

16 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

A kiss is just a kiss. Or is it? It turns out kissing does a lot. I begin this episode with some interesting facts about what kissing does, the messag...

Understanding the Flaws in Your Evolution & The Story Behind Some of the Coolest Toys Ever

12 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

A lot of things about you determine how likable you are but there are a few simple techniques to make you appear more likable instantly. I start this ...

How to Use the Element of Surprise to Be Successful & The Secret to Stopping Bad Breath Forever

09 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Do you blush? Most people who do blush wish they didn’t because it is embarrassing and – as blushers know – it is impossible to stop doing it. B...

The Mysterious Impact Strangers Have On You & Why You Are Bombarded By So Many Ads

05 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Getting kids – or even some grownups – to eat their vegetables can be frustrating. However there are some simple techniques that researchers at C...

How Language Affects How You Think & The Fascinating Way Emotions Determine Your Success

02 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Not drinking enough water is a big problem. And while being a little dehydrated won’t kill you, dehydration does have a lot of significant and negat...

Why You Are Not As Smart As You Think You Are & How Long Can You Reasonably Live?

28 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It is rare to see a UPS truck turning left. Sure, sometimes they have to but they try not to. And there is a really good reason why that we can all l...

Why You Ask for Help All Wrong and How to Do It Right & The Myth of “Expert” Financial Advice

25 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

There is only one right way to build a fire. It has always been this way and it is unlikely anyone will ever come up with a better way. Interestingly,...

Scientific Mysteries that Make No Sense At All & How to Stop People From Manipulating You

21 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Want to feel REALLY good? Watch this YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CHiKxytbCWk. It’s a dull and boring video about folding towels a...

How to Be Beautiful and Why it Matters & Small Inventions that Rocked Your World

18 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When you search for something in Google does it matter what order you put the words in? What about punctuation – does that matter? We start this epi...

What Really Motivates Humans & How to Talk to Anyone About Anything

14 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Do nice guys finish last? Sure, there are a lot of successful nice guys but there are a lot of successful jerks too. So which is it? The answer may ac...

How to Unlock Your Creative Genius & The Fascinating Connection Between Health and Happiness

11 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Humans are programmed to flirt. It’s the beginning of the process that keeps the species going forward. And while some people are clearly better at ...

The Amazing Way Your Body Heals Itself & Why Your Reality is Different Than Mine

07 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Ever feel good about saving a spider because you took it out of your house and put it outside rather than killing it? It seems like a noble thing to d...

How to Easily Negotiate (Almost) Anything & Why You Need the Rat Race

04 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Mental health is complicated. But there are some things that can trigger depression in almost anyone. I begin this episode with a list of things that ...

Why People Cheat & The Best Advice for People Who Are Too Busy

31 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When you sit down to eat, several things affect how MUCH you eat and how much you enjoy the food. I begin this episode by revealing how the environmen...

What You Should (and Shouldn't) Do to Your Skin & How to Get Along Better with People at Work

28 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Does having more sex make a couple happier – or is it just that happier couples have more sex? We begin this episode by looking at which is the caus...

How Heredity Works in Your Family & How to Create and Deliver the Perfect Apology

24 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Years ago coffee was called “The Think Drink” in a marketing campaign. Those were the golden days of coffee. Later coffee was demonized as somethi...

The Fascinating Role Music Plays in Your Life & How to Harness the New Power of Online Communities

21 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

No one likes getting a shot at the doctor’s office. But there is something you can do to ease the pain. We begin this episode with a little strateg...

The Art and Benefits of Wasting Time & 45 Billionaires Share Their Secrets to Success

17 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

You know what is one of the most common decorating mistakes people make? It is hanging art on the walls incorrectly – usually too high. I’ll expla...

Fascinating Science of Food and Cooking & What May Be Wrong with Your Mouth and Teeth

14 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When you have a meeting it is usually sitting down in an office at a table. That just may be one of the worst ways to conduct a meeting and maybe it i...

How to Stop Being Too Nice Without Being a Jerk & Your Relationship with Television

10 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What is the stronger motivator – reward or punishment? In other words, does hurt more to lose something than it feels good to gain something? We sta...

Should You Start Your Own Business? & The Dangers of Medical Myths & Health Misinformation

07 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What color lipstick makes a woman most attractive? Do women prefer a beard on a man or not? What can anyone do to make themselves more attractive? We ...

What Your Stuff Reveals About You & How Your Gut Affects Your Mood

03 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The more decisions you make during the day, the worse you get at it. It’s called “decision fatigue” and everyone gets it. Listen as we begin thi...

Why Time Seems to Fly & The Secrets of How Great Teams Work Together

30 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In my house, whenever we turn on the microwave oven in the kitchen – it screws up the Wi-Fi. Why is that? And is there anything you can do to preven...

How You Can Be More Powerful & Elastic Thinking: A Better Way to Solve Problems

26 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When you go grocery shopping it is hard to resist the urge to buy things you know you shouldn’t. Temptation is down every aisle! So what can you do?...

How to Be a Better Risk Taker & Mysteries of Science That Affect Your Life

23 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

One way to blow your credibility in any conversation or in anything you write is to misuse or mispronounce words or phrases. So this episodes starts w...

How to Sleep Much Better & The Ways Virtual Reality Will Change Your Life

19 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Of course you know better than to talk on your phone while driving – but you should also tell other people in the car to stay off their phones as we...

How to Create Excellence & An Easier Way to Financial Independence

16 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Passengers get kicked off airline flights a lot more than they used to. Do airlines have the right to just give people the boot for any reason? This e...

How Things Do (and Don’t) Become Popular & How to Navigate Difficult Social Situations With Ease

12 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

“Eat your veggies – they’re good for you!” Every parent has said that to a child and yet, as a parent, you probably shouldn’t. I start this ...

How Your Money Actually Works & How to Rewire Your Brain for Happiness

09 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I recently appeared on a different podcast to talk about the evolution and success of Something You Should Know. To listen to my appearance on "On Mic...