Legendary Actor John Cleese on Creativity & How Random Chance Got Us to Where We Are
19 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Just as you judge others based on their appearance, other people judge you. This episode begins with...
Interesting Answers to Baffling Questions & What to Do When You Get Embarrassed
16 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever been mesmerized by the flicker of a flame in a fire or on a candle? What is it about f...
SYSK Choice: Why We Are Not So Smart & How Longevity Works
14 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you taken your temperature lately? Most of us think a normal temperature is 98.6 degrees. Howev...
How to Handle Difficult Moments and Emotions & Could an Asteroid Destroy the Earth?
12 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ever worry that an elevator you are in will somehow come loose and drop? Or that a big spider will c...
The Science and Myths of Living Healthy & Negotiation Advice from a Legend
09 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What happens if you work hard to build up your FICO credit score but then you make a mistake and mis...
SYSK Choice: Why Complainers Complain and How to Stop Them & How Gaslighting Works
07 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you would like to feel really good, then watch this YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?...
How to Bounce Back from Tough Times & How to Get A Handle on All Your Stuff
05 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know how to get the most juice out of a lemon or lime? Or how to get the smell of garlic off ...
How Intellectual Property Laws Can Get You in Trouble & How Noise Harms Your Health
02 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
While you are probably more careful about the surfaces you touch and keeping things sanitized, you m...
SYSK Choice: The Biology of Beauty & Life Changing Inventions
31 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When you search for something in Google does it matter what order you put the words in? What about p...
Why The World is Doing Better Than You Think & What Your Musical Taste Says About You
29 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know the can opener was invented 50 years AFTER the tin can? So how did they open cans befor...
Money Hacks to Build Wealth & How Buildings Affect Your Health and Happiness
26 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
First impressions count. One big reason why is that once a person makes judgements about you, they c...
SYSK Choice: The Secrets of Motivation & How Effortless Conversation Works
24 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Is it true that nice guys finish last? Sure, there are a lot of successful nice guys but there are a...
The Power of Using the Right Words & How to Stop Avoiding Important Tasks
22 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone likes to feel appreciation, and everyone knows just how powerful appreciation can be. How...
Engineering Marvels Right in Your Neighborhood & What It Takes to Be an Expert
19 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
I bet you’ve had that experience of waking up just before the alarm goes off. It turns out it isn’...
SYSK Choice: The Science of Creativity & How Happiness & Health Work Together
17 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We humans are programmed to flirt. It’s the beginning of the process that keeps the species going ...
Why You See the World Differently Than Me & What Cellphones Do to Relationships
15 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When you get angry, it seems normal to also get upset and maybe start yelling at whoever made you ma...
The Big Difference Between Being Kind and Being Nice & How Science Really Works
12 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
People will be more attracted to you if you appear confident. So this episode begins with short list...
SYSK Choice: Why People Cheat & Get More Done by Being Less Busy
10 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Every time you sit down to eat, several things affect how MUCH you eat and how much you enjoy the fo...
A Fascinating Look At Why You Are Here & Why We Run Toward People We Love
08 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The sandwich has been around for thousands of years in some form or another. Do you know how many sa...
The Myth of American Innovation & The Fascinating Physics of Life
05 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The power of the human mind is amazing. This episode begins with a fascinating example of that. It t...
SYSK Choice: How Music Effects You & Understanding “New Power”
03 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
No one enjoys getting a shot at the doctor’s office. But there is something you can do to ease the...
Individuality: Why You Are Different & What Exercise Really Does to Your Body and Mind
01 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
People generically call the dates on food packages, “expiration dates.” However, there are diffe...
Behind the Scenes at Your Grocery Store & The Difference Between Risk and Uncertainty
28 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You may be a good driver but there are a lot of bad ones out there. So how do you protect yourself f...
SYSK Choice: The Sleep Solution & How Virtual Reality Is Changing Our Lives
26 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You obviously know better than to talk on your phone while driving – but you should also tell othe...
What Makes You Who You Are & Could You Be A Genius?
24 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone knows what “riding shotgun” means. And most people think they know where it came from, ...
Why Coincidences Happen & Inside the Minds of Thrill-Seekers
21 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered why pumpkins are associated with Halloween? After all, they aren’t particul...
SYSK Choice:The Secrets Behind Going Viral & Overcoming Social Anxiety
19 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Every kid on the planet is told to, “Eat your veggies – they’re good for you!” Yet, as a par...
The Psychology of Money & Why Attractive People Get Better Treatment
17 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With all we know about how medicine works, we still don’t understand the placebo effect very well....
How Winning Streaks Work & Focused Success in a Distracted World
14 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Who doesn’t like ketchup? It is one of the most universally loved American foods. Why? This episod...
SYSK Choice: How to Be a Top Performer & The Beauty of Numbers
12 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Your homeowner’s or renter’s insurance covers much more than you probably realize – and it is ...
What to Say to Get What You Want & How We Judge People Based on How They Talk
10 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Blue jeans have been in fashion for a very long time. How did that happen? After all, they started o...
What Really Influences Your Food Choices & How Technology Puts Stress On Your Body
07 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Watching a scary movie can be terrifying and unpleasant. So why do people do it? This episode begins...
SYSK Choice: What Is The Truth? & How Systems Fail
05 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We have a lot of devices – cellphones, tablets, laptops – and they all need to be charged up con...
How, Why and When Doctors Make Mistakes & How Creatures and People Actually Evolve
03 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When someone is sick or in the hospital, it is customary to send them flowers. Who doesn’t love fl...
Your Fascinating Sense of Smell & How to Time The Important Experiences in Your Life
31 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How many things are taking up space in your house that you will never, ever, ever use again? This ep...
SYSK Choice: How Luck Happens & Questioning What We Tell Ourselves
29 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
People hate unsolicited advice – and they seldom follow it. Still, that doesn’t stop us from dis...
Optimizing Nonverbal Communication & Eating For Cognitive Power
27 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you flip a coin and it comes up heads a couple of times in a row, chances are you would bet the n...
Amazing Ways Insects Improve Your Life & How Too Much Success Can Be a Problem
24 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever taken over-the-counter cough and cold medicine, you may have noticed that it isn’...
SYSK Choice: Surprising Forces Behind Our Purchases & How to Have Conversations That Matter
22 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Handwriting analysis sounds like it might be scientific. After all some courts allow it during trial...
Understanding The Fear of Missing Out & How to Make Your Immune System Stronger
20 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Your computer keyboard looks a lot like the typewriter keyboard that was invented in the 1800s. The ...
How The Room You Are In Affects Health and Performance & How to Do What Really Matters
17 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone has felt shy. It really depends on the situation. So how can you get over your shyness so y...
SYSK Choice: The Quirkiness of Genius & How Cats Work
15 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
TV networks manipulate programs to make more time for commercials – a LOT more time. I’ll discus...
Hacks to Learn Better & Quirks of Your Brain That Drive You Crazy
13 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Where do you keep your car keys at night? This episode begins with an explanation as to why you migh...
Uncommon Knowledge You Need to Know & How to Handle All the Paper in Your Life
10 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Outdoor cooking and eating can be fun and tasty. Still, there are some potential dangers we all need...
SYSK Choice: The REAL Motives Behind Our Actions & How Modern Manners Work
08 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
So, what’s the deal with high fructose corn syrup? People talk about it a lot. Some say it is horr...
Where Great Ideas Come From & How Diet Affects Your Mood and Mental Health
06 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you have blue eyes, you are related to me! That is just one of the fascinating things I discuss a...
The Amazing Power of Being Friendly & The Smart Way to Get Out of Debt Fast
03 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When you think of having a meeting, you probably imagine sitting in a room around a table. You may ...
SYSK Choice: Effective Ways to Deal With Jerks & A Guide to Awesome Smartphone Photos
01 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Why do you sigh? Usually it is because you feel relief or you are sad or tired. But it turns out the...
How to Count to Infinity & Why People Believe in Aliens and Other Unbelievable Things
30 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You already know it is important to drink water to stay healthy. And it also appears that drinking w...
How to Get People To Tell the Truth & What You Never Knew About Birds
27 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When you learned to drive, you were likely told to keep your hands at 10:00 o’clock and 2:00 o’c...
SYSK Choice: Getting Beyond Revenge & How We Misthink Money
25 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Has anyone ever told you that you couldn’t sing or carry a tune? Kids are often told that and it c...
How the Internet Has Changed Our Language & Kids and Screens – How Much is Too Much?
23 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever put a little more gasoline into your tank after the nozzle has shut itself off? If so,...
Is Processed Food Really That Bad? & Why We Love to Drive
20 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Is there a way to drink without getting drunk or feeling the effects of alcohol? Kinda. This episode...
SYSK Choice: The Secrets of Being Fascinating & Amazing Household Hacks You Never Knew
18 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You have likely been the victim of the Doorway Effect. It’s when you walk into a room and forget w...
Understanding the Science and Mysteries of the Universe & How to Create a Powerful Apology
16 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of times it seems that being healthy takes a lot of work. This episode begins with some really...
What Everyone Needs to Know About Design & The Science of Conversation
13 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ever notice that the more money you have in your wallet, the more likely you are to spend it? Well, ...
SYSK Choice: Why Timing REALLY is Everything & How We Lie and Why
11 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sure, it’s great to want more money but if you don’t have the time to enjoy it – what’s the ...
The Fascinating Ways Things Spread & How Technology Controls You – If You Let It
09 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wanted to get someone to disclose more about themselves? This episode begins with a ve...
How DNA Works and How It Solves Crimes & Understanding Food Culture
06 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Don’t you hate it when you put on a mask to go out in public and your glasses get all fogged up? T...
SYSK Choice: How to Have a Voice You’ll Love & Proven Money Strategies for Every Day
04 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you often find yourself in the slowest line at the supermarket? Me too. Is it bad luck or just yo...
Understanding Your Passion and Purpose & Why Messy Relationships Are Often the Best
02 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Some people really love spicy food. Why? This episode begins with an explanation of that and what to...
How to Make Change in Life That Really Stick & The Dangers of Relying on Experts
29 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
People tend to like reruns. We like to watch old TV shows and movies over and over again, we often o...
SYSK Choice: Amazing Ways Genes Affect Your Behavior & How Calming Your Brain Makes You Stronger
27 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you keep stuff? You know, things from your past that you have a hard time giving up even though y...
How to Stop Your Thoughts From Ruining Your Day & How to Take Better Care of Your Skin
25 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When you are in the drive-through or waiting for a train to pass, is it better to turn off your car’...
Behind the Scenes of White House Diplomacy & How to Take Advantage of Lucky Moments
22 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do dolphins really have their own language? Why is it warmer in the summer? Does lightning ever stri...
SYSK Choice: Proven Ways to Be Instantly Happier & The Magic of Math
20 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You probably think you are a good driver. But what do other people think about your driving? Listen ...
How to Change Your Personality & How to Manage The Faster Speed of Life
18 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you have ever gotten a paper cut (and who hasn’t), you may have wondered why a tiny little cut ...
How Your Indoor Environment Affect Who You Are & Amazing Ways Language Works
15 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone has had that "pins and needles" feeling when your foot or arm falls asleep. Why does it hap...
SYSK Choice: How to Change a Habit & How to Be More Courageous
13 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You can manipulate your brain to change your mood. How? Biofeedback. For example, when you are happy...
Understanding Hunger to Help You Lose Weight & Secrets of Successful Relationships
11 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What should you do when you get a fever? Some people say you should take medicine to knock it down –...
Why You Should Stop Giving Advice & Why It is So Hard To Admit You Are Wrong
08 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
People often say they are attracted to people who have a good sense of humor. But it is actually mor...
SYSK Choice: Controlling the Flow of Time & How Influential Parenting Works
06 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When you talk to your partner, there is something you do – or don’t do, that can predict with am...
The Amazing Benefits of Breathing Properly How to Make Better Decisions
04 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you like getting robocalls on your phone? Of course you don’t. So this episode begins with a si...
How to Get Things Done Without Stressing Out & What Other People Really Think of You
01 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Could driving while dehydrated be as dangerous as driving while drunk? This episode begins with some...
SYSK Choice: How to Cook on the Grill Perfectly & The Importance of Asking Good Questions
30 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Just like food, medications have expiration dates. But just how accurate are those dates? Is it bett...
The Science of Persuasion & Understanding How the World Works
28 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Some days it is just hard to get up and get going. So this episode begins with some interesting ways...
How to Find True and Lasting Happiness & The Truly Amazing World of Mushrooms
25 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Does a full moon really bring out craziness in people? Does it cause more car accidents and hospital...
SYSK Choice: Simple Strategies for a Great Relationship & How to Better Use Your Mind
23 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
While it is hard NOT to get angry sometimes, anger can take a toll on your health and lifespan. I’...
How to Negotiate by Asking the Right Questions & The Fascinating Science of Walking
21 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Smells can have a really interesting effect on you. They can make you happy, improve concentration a...
How Self-Confidence Really Works & One Thing You Can Do to Be More Careful Online
18 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Some foods get a bad rap – and undeservedly so. This episode begins with a list of foods you proba...
SYSK Choice: Why Your Perceptions Often Deceive You & How Smart People Fall Victim to Fraud
16 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever put your car in “Drive” while it is still rolling backwards a little bit? People d...
Who Actually Discovered Fire and Other Amazing Firsts & How to Find A Job Now
14 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It is a bicyclist's nightmare – dooring! It is when someone in a car along the side of the road op...
How to Stop Eating Plastic (and You Eat a Lot) & Understanding Your Cognitive Bias
11 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Every year a lot of pedestrians crossing the street get hit by cars. So if you are out walking aroun...
SYSK Choice: How to Heal Emotional Injury & How Trust Works
09 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you use a wire brush to clean your outdoor grill – you should stop because someone could get hu...
How to Deal with Defensive People & Understanding the Mother-Son Relationship
07 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Why are names so hard to remember? This episode begins with an explanation and an experiment that ex...
Interesting Secrets of Great Entrepreneurs & How to Speak in Public Like a Pro
04 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Birds are building nests and laying eggs all over the place this time of year. And you have probably...
SYSK Choice: How to Learn Anything Better and Faster & Are People Inherently Good or Evil?
02 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever heard of misophonia? It’s a real thing. If you have it, that means that certain soun...
The Benefits of Doing Nothing (or At Least Less) & When Math Goes Terribly Wrong
30 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had a headache that seemingly came on for no apparent reason? This episode begins with...
What Happens When You Stop Complaining & How to Make Worry Work For You
27 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You probably never think about it until you get a rental car – but why do some cars have the gas t...
SYSK Choice: A Little Known Secret for Success & Why Perfection is So Overrated
25 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you swear? Sometimes – at least for some of us – it is hard NOT to. And it just may be approp...
The Science of Friendship & What You Need to Know About Computer Coding
23 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You probably aren’t spending as much time outside as you used to and that can be a big problem. Th...
The Power of Validating a Person’s Feelings & How to Develop Mental Toughness
20 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Since you only have one chance to make a good first impression, this episode begins with some scient...
SYSK Choice: How You Got Your Personality & Why You Click With Some People
18 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Noise is more than just annoying. Noise can affect your health, your work and your mood. This episod...
How to Think Like a Rocket Scientist & How Coffee Became the World’s Beverage
16 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You know you shouldn’t go food shopping when you are hungry because you will end up buying more ju...
Common Medical Practices You Should Stop Doing & What Happens if You Have No Will
13 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Want to be more attractive? There has actually been some interesting research on what makes people a...
SYSK Choice: Fixing Flaws in Your Thinking & the Good News About Failure
11 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Many grocery stores now boast that they sell “locally grown” produce. Perhaps you’ve wondered ...
How to Make Money Quickly in a Crisis & Why We Are Getting Fatter and How to Stop It
09 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The best way to solve your problems may be to pretend they are someone else’s. This episode begins...
Why You Have So Much Stuff and What to Do With It & How To Be A Great Communicator
06 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Need something to pass the time? This episode begins with an activity you and the family can do that...
SYSK Choice: Is There Life After Death? & The Good News About Procrastination
04 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
I suspect we all mispronounce words from time to time. Either we learned them wrong or we get lazy. ...
What You Need to Know About Cars and How to Buy One & How to Stop Overthinking
02 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Would you like to hear some really good and solid advice that will make your life simpler and easier...