The Art Of Effortless Confidence & Social Persuasion - Modern Wisdom with Vanessa Van Edwards

Vanessa Van Edwards is a behavioral researcher, speaker, and author.

How do you make a great first impression? How can I become more charismatic? How can I stop feeling awkward in social situations? We've all wondered about these things at some point. Luckily, Vanessa is an expert on human interaction and has the answers you're looking for.

Expect to learn what we should do without hands in social situations, the 4 key things you should do when prepping for a speech, the do’s and don’ts when you’re sitting down, how to detect a liar & how to become a better liar, why so many smart people struggle to be charismatic, how to get better at small talk, how to seem more attractive when dating, how to make the best first impression possible and much more…

00:00:00 Why Hand Gestures Play An Integral Role
00:03:40 What Your Physical Language Is Portraying
00:07:00 Ways To Build Up Positivity For Public Speaking
00:15:33 Tips For Body Language Communication When Sat Down
00:23:54 How To Detect Lying
00:30:27 Why Do Smart People Struggle With Being Charismatic?
00:34:48 How To Improve On Being Competent And Warm
00:39:20 The Perils Of Being Under Prepared Vs Over Prepared
00:42:43 Need-To-Knows About Vocal Charisma
00:51:20 How To Create Engaging Small Talk
00:58:02 How To Become More Resilient With Social Rejection
01:03:09 Dating Advice For Coming Across More Attractive
01:15:20 How To Successfully Pay And Receive Compliments
01:19:08 Where To Find Vanessa

Beautiful vs. Practical Advice - The Morgan Housel Podcast

I heard a phrase recently: “Magazine architect.”

It’s a derisive term architects use for their colleagues who design buildings that look beautiful, grace magazine covers, and win awards, but lack functionality for the tenants. The same is so true for financial professionals. If you are looking for practical advice, beware hiring an artist whose goal is to be praised should be, too.

Fierce Intimacy - The Five Losing Strategies in Partner Relationships - Terry Real

For this episode, I’m doing something a bit different. I’m featuring five chapters from Terry Real's audiobook Fierce Intimacy. What you will hear in this episode will help you identify your and your partner’s losing strategies in relationships and help you move from disharmony to repair. Terry is the creator of Relational Life Therapy, or RLT, which underpins all his books, courses, and teachings and equips people with the powerful relational skills they need to make love work. 

Becoming Bulletproof - The Diary of a CEO with Evy Poumpouras

Evy Poumpouras is a former Special Agent with the U.S. Secret Service. She is the author of the bestselling book, ‘Becoming Bulletproof: Protect Yourself, Read People, Influence Situations, Live Fearlessly’ and co-host of Bravo’s TV competition series ‘Spy Games’.

00:00:00 Intro
00:02:02 What Is Evy Doing for People?
00:03:31 What Do People Come to Evy For?
00:03:54 People Sabotage Themselves
00:05:26 Lie Detecting
00:06:50 How Do We Start to Become Mentally Strong?
00:09:20 The People You Associate With Can Impact You
00:12:23 Observe Your Opponent, Don't Listen to Them
00:16:11 How Does Steven Pick People?
00:22:00 Living Fearlessly
00:24:18 Making Decisions Will Increase Your Confidence
00:28:30 How to Stop Others From Controlling Your Life
00:34:45 Making Decisions
00:36:50 How to Make Progress in Your Life or Career
00:40:00 Reliving Your Pains Makes You Feel High
00:43:13 Sexism in the Secret Service
00:51:54 How to Make Rational Decisions
00:56:57 What to Do When People Are Not Treating You Well
01:01:49 Being Bullied in a Work Environment
01:08:03 What I Learned About Bullies as a Secret Agent
01:12:48 How to Stop Being Prey for a Predator
01:20:33 Can Someone's Life Be Determined by the Way They Speak?
01:22:23 Ads
01:23:22 The Importance of Gesticulating With Your Hands
01:27:57 Can You Fake Your Body Language?
01:36:17 What's Step 1 to Becoming That Person When I'm Not?
01:42:04 Do You Have to Go Through Difficult Times to Learn?
01:47:00 The Hack of Knowing You're Not Special or the Only One
02:00:47 Ads
02:02:51 People Don't Want to Be Victims Anymore
02:07:41 Should We Make People Like Us?
02:09:32 The Importance of Being Authentic
02:11:39 Why Rejection Is the Way to Resilience
02:14:08 The Four Communication Styles
02:25:20 Emotion in the Police Workforce
02:27:29 Switching Styles During Interviews
02:35:02 What Do You Want Your Legacy To Be

How to Enhance Your Immune System - Dr Andrew Huberman with Dr Roger Seheult

My guest is Dr. Roger Seheult, M.D., a board-certified physician in internal medicine, pulmonary diseases, critical care, and sleep medicine at Loma Linda University. We discuss the powerful benefits of light therapy, including infrared light, red light, and sunlight, for improving mitochondrial function in all the body’s organs. We also explore ways to reduce the risk of influenza, colds, and other illnesses that affect the lungs, sinuses, and gut.

Topics include the flu shot, whether handwashing truly prevents illness transmission, and treatments for mold toxicity. We review the efficacy of N-acetylcysteine (NAC), the power of hydrotherapy for combating infections, and strategies for improving sleep and overall health. Additionally, we discuss air quality. This episode provides actionable, science-based tools for preventing and treating infectious illnesses.

00:00:00 Dr. Roger Seheult
00:02:16 Avoiding Sickness, Immune System, Tool: Pillars of Health, NEWSTART
00:08:03 Sponsors: Joovv & Eight Sleep
00:10:46 Sunlight, Mitochondria, Tool: Infrared Light & Melatonin
00:19:09 Melatonin Antioxidant, Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS)/Free Radicals
00:26:38 Infrared Light, Green Spaces, Health & Mortality
00:31:35 Infrared Light, Mitochondrial Dysfunction, Disease
00:38:46 Sunlight & Cancer Risk?, Tools: UV Light, Clothing & Sunlight Exposure
00:41:01 Sponsors: AG1 & LMNT
00:43:32 Sunlight, Incidence of Influenza
00:48:41 Tools: Sunlight Exposure Duration, Winter Months
00:55:18 Infrared Lamps?, Winter Sunlight Exposure; Obesity & Metabolic Dysfunction
00:59:48 Cloudy Days; Sunlight, Primitive Therapy, Hospitals
01:11:33 Sponsor: Function
01:13:21 Artificial Lights, Hospitals & Light Therapy?, ICU Psychosis
01:22:16 Sleep & Darkness, Tools: Eye Mask, Bathroom Navigation; Meals & Light
01:28:27 Influenza, Flu Shots, Swiss Cheese Model; Flu Shot Risks?
01:38:13 Masks?, Flu; Handwashing
01:42:16 Sponsor: Our Place
01:43:57 Water, Sodium; Innate Immune System, Fever & Hydrotherapy
01:53:46 Fever, Heat Hydrotherapy, Interferon & Immune System
01:58:25 Cold Hydrotherapy, Vasoconstriction & White Blood Cells
02:09:56 N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC), Glutathione, White Clots, Flu
02:19:28 Tool: NAC Dose & Regimen; Mucous, Flu Symptoms
02:25:25 Zinc Supplementation, Copper; Exogenous Interferon
02:28:40 Eucalyptus Oil, Inhalation
02:32:22 Air, Smoking, Vaping, Nicotine Gum
02:36:49 Fresh Air, Forest Bathing, Tool: Go Outdoors
02:40:09 Nature vs Inside Environments, Dark Days/Bright Nights Problem
02:52:38 Mitochondrial Dysfunction, Intermittent Fasting, Sunlight
03:00:43 Smell Loss Recovery
03:05:04 Mold Toxicity, Lungs, Germ vs Terrain Theory, Immunocompromised
03:11:46 Trust, Spirituality, Community, Faith; Forgiveness
03:19:46 Hospital Admission, Tool: Asking Questions
03:25:42 Zero-Cost Support, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Follow & Reviews, Sponsors, YouTube Feedback, Protocols Book, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter

The Secret Habits Of Supercommunicators - Modern Wisdom with Charles Duhigg

Effective communication is the foundation of any strong relationship. While some excel at it naturally, others struggle to express themselves and often get misunderstood. So, what are the best tips to become a master communicator and elevate your communication skills?

Expect to learn what most people get wrong when it comes to understanding communication, the biggest differences between communicators and supercommunicators, how introverts and extroverts communicate differently, the best and worst ways to communicate as a couple, how to be more charismatic, how to get better as making good decisions and much more…

00:00:00 What We Get Wrong About Communication
00:02:31 Differences Between Extroverts & Introverts
00:06:10 The Skill of Asking Questions
00:10:36 How to Listen Better
00:14:33 The Role of Vulnerability in Conversation
00:26:03 Categorising Conversations
00:33:13 People That Make You Feel Interesting
00:37:23 How to Improve Your Small Talk
00:42:07 Asking & Receiving Deep Questions
00:44:00 How NASA Discovered the Importance of Laughter
00:50:36 Best & Worst Ways That Couples Communicate
00:55:56 The Impact of Online Discourse on Communication
01:04:09 Communication as a Source of Identity
01:08:48 Where to Find Charles

What Traits Should You Look For In A Partner? - Modern Wisdom with Dr Shannon Curry

Modern adult relationships are complicated. With endless talk of red flags, green flags, icks etc., it can be tough to know who’s truly worth your time. So how do you build a lasting, healthy relationship when you're ready for one?

Expect to learn what the biggest red flags are to look out for in a partner, the green flags you should look for, the most common reasons why relationships fail, how to see the beauty instead of the challenges in your partner, how you can unlearn the way you argue, how to create longevity in a relationship, the best advice for stopping intrusive thoughts or unwanted worries about your partner, how to move on from heartbreak, and much more…

00:00:00 Trade-Offs in Choosing a Partner
00:06:00 The Importance of Flexibility
00:10:43 Three Key Traits to Look For
00:18:53 Are There Clear Red Flag Traits?
00:21:51 Is it Bad to Be Very Different to Your Partner?
00:34:53 Can We Unlearn How We Argue & Disagree?
00:40:17 Why We’re Drawn to Partners We Want to Fix
00:43:34 The Best Way to Bring an Issue Up to Resolve
00:47:20 Why Friendship Is So Important in Relationships
00:51:54 Things That Predict Relationship Longevity
00:59:06 How to Let Go of Bad Patterns From Previous Relationships
01:05:25 How to Get Over a Breakup
01:17:22 Where to Find Shannon

Minimum Levels of Stress - The Morgan Housel Podcast

Most people, and definitely society as a whole, seem to have a minimum level of stress. They will never be fully at ease because after solving every problem the gaze of their anxiety shifts to the next problem, no matter how trivial it is relative to previous ones.

Non violent communication summary

"Nonviolent Communication" by Marshall Rosenberg is a communication framework that fosters empathy, understanding, and peaceful resolution in conflicts. It can be summarised with the following key concepts:

• Language of Life: NVC emphasizes using language that connects rather than separates. It focuses on expressing needs and feelings honestly while also empathically understanding the needs of others.
• Four Components: NVC communication involves four key components:
  • Observations: Stating facts without judgment or evaluation.
  • Feelings: Identifying and expressing your genuine feelings related to the situation.
  • Needs: Recognizing the underlying needs that give rise to your feelings.
  • Requests: Making clear and specific requests to address your needs.
• Empathy: NVC emphasizes the importance of truly listening to and understanding the other person's perspective, including their observations, feelings, and needs.
• Compassion: NVC promotes a compassionate approach to communication, recognizing that everyone is doing the best they can with the resources they have.

9 Harsh Truths About How Relationships Work - Modern Wisdom with Jillian Turecki

Jillian Turecki is a relationship coach, teacher, writer and author. How do you create a thriving and loving relationship that truly lasts? While many may stumble into one by chance, building a deep and meaningful connection often requires more than luck. So what role does the inner work play in not just finding love, but building a relationship that continues to grow and flourish over time? Expect to learn why having a thriving relationship begins with self-work, why the mind is a battlefield in relationships, why lust is not the same as love, the critical reasons it's important to love yourself properly, why you can’t convince someone to love you, why it's important to make peace with your parents and how to do so, and much more…

00:00:00 It Begins With You
00:05:05 The Parallels Between Romance & Business
00:14:06 The Stories We Create in Our Minds
00:20:00 Why Accountability in a Relationship is So Important
00:25:43 How to Stop Your Mind Being a Battlefield
00:28:57 Differentiating Love & Lust
00:40:03 The Importance of Self Love
00:44:13 Speak Up & Tell the Truth in Relationships
00:51:58 What Do Women Really Want From Men?
01:05:48 How Stress & Fear Ruin Relationships
01:14:00 Relationships Aren’t Supposed to Make You Happy
01:18:50 Why You Need to Make Peace With Your Parents
01:30:06 Where to Find Jillian

Living Your Best Year Ever - Darren Hardy

This PDF documents the system Darren Hardy has used for more than 25 years to design, stick to and achieve his own big goals.

A hard-copy can be bought here.

AI summary

Goal Setting and Planning

• The Importance of "Why": Your "Why Power" is more important than willpower. It is the internal drive that will motivate you to achieve your goals.
• Vision: Having a clear vision for your life is essential. Your vision should be bigger than yourself and something you are willing to fight for.
• Written Goals: Clearly written goals with specific plans are necessary for success. Goals should be written down; "the weakest ink is stronger than the strongest mind".
• SMART Goals: Ensure your goals are Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-sensitive.
• Balanced Goals: Goals should be balanced across different areas of life, not just focused on one area: health, relationships, business/work, interests/experiences/hobbies.
• Prioritise Goals: Prioritise your goals into the top three for the year.
• Plan of Action: Create a strategic plan of action, with precise instructions for your mind to unlock your potential. Calculate your timeline. Map your route with milestones. Consider who else is impacted. Identify who you need for assistance. Determine what research is needed.
• Commitment: Make a firm commitment to the process and sign the commitment pledge. Commitment is like pregnancy; you either are or aren't.
• Don't Wait: Start now; the time will never be just right.

Self-Reflection and Review

• Year in Review: Before setting new goals, take an inventory of the past year. Identify 10 best things that happened. Identify successes and where you came up short. Note your greatest accomplishments and lessons learned.
• Plan, Do, Review, Improve: Use the "Plan, Do, Review, and Improve" process to examine your progress. Make a plan or set goals. Execute the plan. Assess how you did in a review. Make adjustments to improve. Review your progress each week/month/quarter/year.

Mindset and Personal Development

• Mindset: Your mindset, self-worth, self-esteem, and character need to be raised in order to achieve your goals.
• Become the Person: Identify the characteristics, behaviours, and disciplines you should adopt to become the person who would achieve your goals.
• Don't Play Small: Don't be afraid of your power or to shine.
• Constant Learning: Commit to constant learning.

Action and Implementation

• Take Action: You must take action; you can't wait for success to arrive.
• Daily Action: Create a rhythm of daily action aligned with your goals.
• Consistency: Stay consistent long after your initial commitment has faded.

8 Hidden Habits To Live Your Healthiest, Happiest and Most Fulfilled Life - Dr Rangan Chatterjee with Robin Sharma

In our conversation, we explore Robin’s concept of the ‘eight forms of wealth’, including physical and mental wellness, rich family relationships, fulfilling work and strong community connections. We discuss why traditional self-help approaches often fall short, particularly in the realm of personal growth and happiness, and how society’s obsession with hustle culture and toxic positivity has exacerbated the problem of burnout and dissatisfaction.

The Dopamine Expert - The Diary of a CEO with Dr Anna Lembke

Dr Anna Lembke is Professor of Psychiatry at Stanford University School of Medicine and chief of the Stanford Addiction Medicine Dual Diagnosis Clinic. She is the author of bestselling books such as, ‘Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence’

00:00:00 Intro
00:03:44 Why Does Dopamine Matter?
00:04:08 What Is Dopamine?
00:05:35 How Understanding Dopamine Can Improve Your Life
00:06:09 Biggest Misconceptions About Dopamine
00:07:30 Everyday Activities That Impact Dopamine
00:09:36 Dopamine and Its Relationship to Pleasure and Pain
00:18:26 Why Do Our Brains Overshoot?
00:20:31 How Our Brains Are Wired for Addiction
00:25:22 Finding Ways to Deal With Pain
00:31:51 Stories of Addiction
00:34:52 How Many People Have Addiction Disorders?
00:40:14 Hiding Away From Friends and Family
00:41:21 Distinguishing Between Good and Bad Behaviors
00:45:50 How Addiction Makes You Feel
00:47:50 Is Work an Addiction?
00:54:18 What Activities Provide the Biggest Dopamine Hits?
00:58:59 Can We Inject or Drink Dopamine?
01:01:00 Why We Must Do Hard Things
01:02:37 Can You Get an Exercise Comedown?
01:04:19 How to Optimize for a Better Life
01:05:17 How Should We Be Living?
01:09:29 Being Comfortable With the Uncomfortable
01:10:34 Causes of Anxiety Throughout Life
01:12:43 Living in a World Where It's Easy to Outrun Pain
01:13:09 Where Are You Now in Your Grieving Journey?
01:14:43 Youngest Child Seen With Addictions
01:15:37 Youngest Age When Addiction Can Have an Effect
01:16:50 Youngest Patient With Addiction
01:18:40 Has Society Gone Soft?
01:21:05 Victimhood and Responsibility
01:25:02 How to Help Someone Overcome a Victimhood Mentality
01:28:36 Connection Between Responsibility and Self-Esteem
01:30:13 Importance of Our Self-Narrative
01:37:24 Ads
01:38:22 How Helping a Loved One Too Much Can Hurt Them
01:44:49 Overcoming Pornography Addiction
01:48:35 Harms of Watching Porn
01:51:04 Is Dopamine Responsible for Sugar Cravings?
01:53:05 Turning Addictions Around
01:58:25 Why We Bounce Back to Cravings After Relapsing
02:02:49 Effects of Early Exposure to Addictive Substances on Children
02:04:43 Final Thoughts on Overcoming Addiction
02:05:39 Closing Remarks
02:07:38 What Information Changed Your Life?

The Body Language Expert - The Diary of a CEO with Vanessa Van Edwards

Vanessa Van Edwards is the founder of ‘Science of People’, which gives people science-backed skills to improve communication and leadership. She is also the bestselling author of ‘Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People’ and ‘Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication'.

00:00:00 Intro
00:02:13 The Crucial Role of Cues for Success
00:03:45 I'm a Recovered Awkward Person
00:05:36 What's an Ambivert
00:07:28 One Word Can Change the Way People Think
00:09:39 The Most Fundamental Skill to Invest In
00:12:41 The Resting B*tch Face Effect
00:16:01 Do Not Fake Smile!
00:18:29 The 97 Cues to Be Warm & Competent
00:21:44 The Formula to a Perfect Conversation
00:24:37 Science Reveals Why Some People Are Extremely Popular
00:28:34 Message People Telling Them This...
00:33:22 The Luck Experiment
00:35:05 Being Around Successful People Is Contagious
00:41:55 The Importance of Hand Gestures
00:43:38 Hand Tricks to Be Liked
00:54:15 The Scientific Formula to Be More Charismatic
00:56:47 The Danger Zone of Being Too Warm or Competent
00:58:45 The Power Cues
01:07:55 How to Spot a Liar
01:15:23 If You've Been Told You're Intimidating, Do This
01:18:37 Don't Let Anyone Use This With You
01:21:45 The 6 Questions to Connect With Someone
01:34:20 Leaning Too Much Towards Someone...
01:39:03 How to Greet Someone
01:49:42 How to Master Messaging
01:54:40 Personal Branding
01:59:01 Improve Your Dating Life With These Tips
02:04:27 Body Language and Brain Connection
02:06:33 Are You Awkward? Watch This
02:10:14 How to Get Someone to Approach You
02:15:08 How to Make Friends as an Adult
02:18:57 AirPods Are Killing Friendships
02:22:16 Ads
02:24:08 How to Spot a Liar
02:30:05 Toxic Relationships
02:32:34 How to Start a Conversation With a Stranger
02:37:00 How to Get Started With All This Knowledge

How the Pill Changes Everything: Your Brain on Birth Control - The Diary of a CEO with Dr Sarah Hill

From sabotaging sex to axing attraction, new research is showing that the birth control pill can have impacts you never imagined

Dr Sarah Hill is a renowned evolutionary social psychologist who focuses on women and health. She is also the author of How the Pill Changes Everything: Your Brain on Birth Control.

00:00:00 Intro
00:02:04 What Is the Mission You Are On?
00:02:58 Is This Conversation Only for Women?
00:03:47 Why Does Sarah Hill Do This Work?
00:05:13 Is There a Problem in Dating When Women Have More Resources?
00:09:00 Is Sex Trending Down?
00:10:23 Why Don’t Women Date Broke Men?
00:12:09 Is This Patriarchy?
00:14:35 Why Do Men Take More Risks?
00:16:22 Are Men Better at Business Than Women?
00:22:46 Why Don’t We Live Like Our Biology Intended?
00:25:22 Signs of a High-Status Male
00:27:05 How Women’s Preferences Change During Their Cycle
00:33:17 High Testosterone and Relationship Status
00:34:12 Do Men’s Testosterone Levels Plummet After Having a Baby?
00:35:58 Do Nice Guys Get Laid?
00:37:08 What Makes Us Attracted to Someone?
00:41:07 Are Men Less Attracted to Successful Women?
00:42:40 Jealousy Among the Sexes
00:47:03 Why Do Women Have Gay Best Friends?
00:48:58 Why Did Sarah Write Her Book on Birth Control?
00:53:35 What Does Sarah Wish She Was Told About the Pill?
00:55:34 How the Pill Changes Your Sexual Desires
01:02:05 If My Partner Is on the Pill, Will She Like Me If She Comes Off?
01:05:47 Would a Man’s Attraction Change If a Woman Is Off the Pill?
01:08:04 Will My Testosterone Be Lower If My Partner Is on Birth Control?
01:11:00 Is There a Population Crash Coming?
01:11:51 Advertisements
01:13:53 What Is a Good Man?
01:17:05 Sex Appetite Across Genders and Why
01:20:24 Advice for Young Men Struggling to Get a Woman
01:23:15 Advice for Daughters on Attracting a Man
01:25:41 Are Men Attracted to Confident Women?
01:28:36 What Are Daddy Issues?
01:30:16 What Role Does a Father Play in a Woman’s Sexual Partner?
01:30:51 What Impact Does the Birth Control Pill Have on Stress?
01:33:35 Depression and Suicide Linked to the Pill
01:35:29 How Did Sarah Feel About Her Daughter’s Decision on Birth Control?
01:40:34 What If Men Had to Take the Pill?
01:44:24 What’s the Most Popular Email Sarah Gets?
01:47:51 Guest’s Last Question

Some differences between male and female university professors in America - Cory Clark with Modern Wisdom

Some differences between male and female university professors in America - Cory Clark with Modern Wisdom.

“71% of men reported that protecting free speech is more important than promoting an inclusive society; 59% of women said promoting an inclusive society is more important than protecting free speech.

56% of men said that colleges should not protect students from offensive ideas; 64% of women said that they should.

51% of men said colleges should not disinvite speakers if students threaten violent protest; 67% of women said they should.

58% of men opposed a confidential reporting system at colleges which students could use to report offensive comments; 54% of women supported it.

63% of men thought controversial news stories in student papers should not need administrators’ approval before publication; 51% of women thought they should.

65% of men believed that supporting the right to make an argument is not the same as endorsing it; 51% of women disagreed.

66–76% of men support intellectually foundational texts above diversity quotas on reading lists; 44–66% of women support diversity quotas above foundational texts.

Female academics report a greater willingness than their male counterparts to support dismissal campaigns against a colleague who has conducted research that reached a controversial conclusion.

58% of men said it is never acceptable to shout down speakers or to try to prevent them from delivering their remarks; 58% of women said it was sometimes or always acceptable.

Put simply; men are relatively more interested in advancing what is empirically correct, and women are relatively more interested in advancing what is morally desirable.” — Cory Clark.

Functional Dentist: New Research Linking Dental Hygiene To Many Other Diseases - The Diary of a CEO with Dr Victoria Sampson

Dr Victoria Sampson is an award-winning functional dentist, researcher, and founder of the multidisciplinary oral health centre, The Health Society Labs. She is also the first dentist in the world to link gum disease with worse COVID complications.

00:00:00 Intro
00:02:02 The Oral Microbiome
00:03:22 What Impacts Our Oral Microbiome?
00:04:01 2 Million Bacteria in Your Mouth
00:05:14 How Many People Have Oral Diseases?
00:06:47 Body Diseases Linked to Oral Microbiome
00:08:33 Steven Adjusting Chair?
00:10:46 Research Linking COVID-19 and Oral Hygiene
00:13:06 Can Your Oral Microbiome Kill You?
00:13:55 How Food Shapes Your Mouth
00:17:03 What’s a Wisdom Tooth?
00:18:22 Do Wisdom Teeth Need Removal?
00:19:07 Why Do We Need Dentists If Ancestors Had Good Teeth?
00:20:33 Is Everyone’s Microbiome Massively Different?
00:22:22 How Oral Health Improves Overall Health
00:24:22 Can Swallowing Saliva Make You Sick?
00:26:16 Inflammation and the Oral Microbiome Link
00:28:18 Rheumatoid Arthritis Strongly Linked to Oral Health
00:30:43 Heart Disease and the Oral Microbiome
00:33:30 How Oral Bacteria Filters Through Your Body
00:33:48 Erectile Dysfunction Linked to Oral Hygiene
00:35:56 Emerging Research: Breast Cancer and Oral Microbiome
00:39:53 Green Tea Benefits for Oral Health
00:41:12 Impact of Coffee on Oral Health
00:42:14 Effects of Hot Drinks & Sugar on Teeth
00:44:02 Link Between Brain Health & Alzheimer’s
00:50:39 Can Mental Health Be Seen in the Mouth?
00:51:40 Spotting Eating Disorders Through Oral Health
00:52:18 How Stress Affects Your Oral Health
00:53:54 Mouth vs. Nose Breathing: Health Impacts
00:57:36 Higher ADHD Risk in Mouth-Breathing Children
00:58:31 Kissing and Bacteria Transmission
00:59:32 Oral Sex and the Oral Microbiome
01:01:55 Switching to Steven - Transition
01:02:35 Oral Health and Fertility
01:07:01 Ad Break
01:08:00 Study Results on Oral Health
01:16:59 Best Time to Brush Your Teeth
01:18:05 Good vs. Bad Oral Products
01:26:46 Should You Spit or Rinse After Brushing?
01:31:16 Whitening Products: Do They Work?
01:34:20 Importance of Drinking Through Straws
01:35:13 Smoking and Vaping Effects on Oral Health
01:37:58 Last Guest Question

Britain's race problem: what politicians aren't telling you about multiculturalism - Trevor Philips

Is the phrase ‘white privilege’ increasingly out of touch? The received mainstream wisdom has generally described Britain as a white majority society in which the non-white community are invariably oppressed, discriminated against or overlooked. But a new report from the think tank Policy Exchange paints a complicated picture of multicultural Britain, showing that, actually, the experiences of ethnic minorities can’t all be grouped into one, ‘non-white’ label. In fact, minorities such as British-Indians and the British-Chinese consistently outperform the white majority, even those who are wealthier.

In this no-holds-barred interview, the broadcaster and author Trevor Phillips talks to The Spectator’s assistant editor Cindy Yu about race in modern Britain. What do the summer’s riots tell us about the real problems of integration in this country? Is the right better at dealing with the nuances of race and class than the left? And why is it that the white majority are increasingly left behind?

00:00 – Introduction
01:06 – The findings of the Policy Exchange report on 'Modern Britain' 
04:55 – Integration success stories: Indian and Chinese immigrants
09:34 – The 'white privilege' lie and the Southport riots
12:45 – Why the West gets the 'best of the best' immigrants
18:25 – Labour's disintegrating migrant coalition
20:59 – The secret to Kemi Badenoch's conservative appeal
26:04 – Why liberal democracy is in crisis
31:57 – The future of minority communities in Britain

Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less - Greg Mckeown

Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less - Greg Mckeown

Have you ever found yourself struggling with information overload?

Have you ever felt both overworked and underutilised?

Do you ever feel busy but not productive?

If you answered yes to any of these, the way out is to become an Essentialist.

In Essentialism, Greg McKeown, CEO of a Leadership and Strategy agency in Silicon Valley who has run courses at Apple, Google and Facebook, shows you how to achieve what he calls the disciplined pursuit of less. Being an Essentialist is about a disciplined way of thinking. It means challenging the core assumption of ‘We can have it all’ and ‘I have to do everything’ and replacing it with the pursuit of ‘the right thing, in the right way, at the right time'.

By applying more selective criteria for what is essential, the pursuit of less allows us to regain control of our choices so we can channel our time, energy and effort into making the highest possible contribution toward the goals and activities that matter.

Using the experience and insight of working with the leaders of the world's most innovative companies and organisations, McKeown shows you how to put Essentialism into practice in your own life, so you too can achieve something great.

AI Summary

Essentialism is a systematic approach to focusing on what's truly important by eliminating non-essential activities and commitments. It's about doing fewer things, but doing them better, making the wisest possible investment of your time and energy to achieve maximum results.

Key Principles

1. Explore and Evaluate: Carefully assess opportunities, recognizing that not everything is equally important.
2. Eliminate: Ruthlessly cut out non-essential tasks, activities, and commitments that don't align with core goals.
3. Execute: Create systematic routines and practices that make executing essential tasks easier and more effective.

Main Ideas

• Most people try to do too much, spreading themselves thin
• Success comes from strategically choosing where to focus energy
• Learn to say "no" to non-essential commitments
• Prioritize tasks that create the most significant impact
• Create space for meaningful work by removing unnecessary obligations

Practical Strategies

• Conduct regular personal and professional audits of time and commitments
• Develop the skill of gracefully declining requests that don't align with core objectives
• Design intentional systems that protect time for essential work
• Recognize trade-offs and make deliberate choices about where to invest energy

The Unstoppable Power Of Reframing Your Experiences - Modern Wisdom with Derek Sivers

Derek Sivers is an entrepreneur, author, and speaker. Tony Robbins once famously asked, “How can the worst thing that ever happened to you become the best thing?” This highlights the power of reframing. By changing your perspective on life events—whether they’re objectively true or not—what matters is their usefulness. If a perspective serves you positively, it works, and that’s the real power of perspective. Expect to learn how you can reframe your perspective for the better, what the term ‘Useful Not True’ means, why your thoughts cannot be trusted nor should you believe each one that pops into your head, why people don’t bond over facts but rather perspectives, how to not become discouraged if you are thrown off course, how to make better decisions and make the best choice possible and much more...

00:00:00 Useful But Not True
00:06:41 Why is Reframing Important?
00:13:08 Derek’s Car Accident
00:23:11 We Bond Over Our Perspectives
00:28:29 Is it Right to Sometimes Break the Rules?
00:36:35 Your Own Thoughts Are Untrue
00:47:28 Evaluating Beliefs Fuelled By Emotion
00:55:39 Judge the Content & Not the Box
01:06:05 The Value of Diverse Worldviews
01:17:30 How to Better Reframe Your Experiences
01:32:22 Are These Tools Universally Useful?
01:41:46 Our Desire to Be Perfect Immediately
01:48:25 You Are What You Pretend to Be
02:01:37 Where to Find Derek

Why Do Humans Actually Have Emotions? - Modern Wisdom with Dr Laith Al-Shawaf

Dr Laith Al-Shawaf is an evolutionary psychology researcher and Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at UCCS. Humans have a wide range of emotions. But why do we feel anything at all? Why do we actually have emotions and how did they come about? Expect to learn why humans evolved to have emotions, whether some emotions are more basic than others, evolutionary explanations for joy, anger, disgust, envy, awe, happiness and much more…

00:00:00 Why Do We Have Emotions?
00:06:37 How Our Emotions Advocate For Us
00:14:02 Emotions From an Evolutionary Perspective
00:20:54 Are Some Emotions More Basic Than Others?
00:25:02 Why We Experience Fear & Surprise
00:28:34 How Shame is Adaptive
00:36:47 Why Anxiety is So Prevalent in Modern Society
00:44:59 Explaining the Trait of Need for Cognition
00:54:14 Feeling Emotions About Emotions
01:03:49 The Difference Between Envy & Jealousy
01:08:33 Emotions That Aren’t Really Adaptive
01:16:26 How Laith Applies His Work to Daily Life
01:32:55 Where to Find Laith

The New Science Of The Body Clock: How To Boost Your Immune System, Reclaim Your Energy & Improve Your Mental Health - Dr Rangan Chatterjee with Dr Kristen Holmes

In our hyper-connected modern world, where we have access to artificial light and food around the clock, we’ve drifted far from our body’s natural rhythms. But what if reconnecting with these internal clocks could be the key to unlocking better health, more energy and even a longer life?

This week's guest is Kristen Holmes, Global Head of Human Performance and Principal Scientist at WHOOP, a Science Advisor to Levels Health and Arena Labs, and a member of the Tactical Leadership Board of Sports Innovation Lab.

In this conversation, we explore the world of circadian biology and how aligning our daily habits with our natural rhythms can transform our health. Kristen explains the far-reaching consequences of a disrupted circadian rhythm, from metabolic disorders and increased ageing to mental health challenges and lower immune function.

We discuss the critical importance of consistent sleep/wake times, even on weekends, and how this simple change can dramatically improve our psychological and physiological functioning. Kristen shares her personal experience of how aligning her circadian rhythms has boosted her productivity, focus, and overall health – she hasn’t been ill for over eight years.

Throughout our conversation, we explore strategies for harmonising our circadian rhythms within the context of modern life. We cover the importance of morning light exposure, the ideal meal timing, and how to manage factors like alcohol and caffeine consumption. Kristen also advises shift workers on maintaining healthy rhythms despite irregular schedules.

This conversation really is packed with actionable insights and I hope that it leaves you feeling empowered to take control of your daily rhythms and experience the transformative effects on your health that can help you tune into your body’s natural rhythms and optimise your health. 

The Anti-Woke Expert: “We Are Witnessing The Fall Of The UK & The USA!” - The Diary Of A CEO with Konstantin Kisin

Konstantin Kisin is a Russian-British satirist and co-host of the podcast TRIGGERnometry. He is also the best-selling author of the book, ‘An Immigrant's Love Letter to the West’. In this conversation, Konstantin and Steven discuss topics such as, how wokeness has lost true meaning, the dangers of a victim mindset, the real reason men are struggling, and the ongoing war in Ukraine. 

00:00:00 Intro
00:02:11 Who Is Konstantin Kisin?
00:05:49 The Threat Coming To The Western World
00:07:33 Are You Politically Affiliated To The Left Or Right?
00:10:07 People Use Politics Labelling As A Weapon
00:12:16 What Is Wokeism?
00:16:48 How Victimhood Has Become Self-Harm
00:20:44 Stereotype Threat
00:28:49 The Need for Role Models
00:30:05 The Impact Of Your Name On A Job Application
00:33:34 Gen Z vs Millennials
00:34:29 Are You Hopeful For Gen Zs?
00:36:31 The World Is Heading In The Wrong Direction
00:37:07 Countries' Debt And Who Will Impact The Next Generation
00:39:44 Who's Brainwashing Us?
00:41:59 What Is Marxism & Does It Work At A Society Level?
00:47:22 The Division In The West
00:53:25 How Do We Stop This Division?
00:55:51 What's The Impact Of An Agnostic Society?
01:59:44 Andrew Tate Is The Symptom Of Our Society Problems
01:01:36 Why Men Love Combat Sports
01:03:52 The Solution For Men's Issues
01:05:13 Is The Woke Culture Putting Men In This Situation?
01:09:32 We Need To Call Men Back In
01:11:02 The Free Speech Movement
01:17:57 Freedom Of Speech But Not Of Reach, Is It The Best Solution?
01:19:08 Will The West Be Dominant In The Next 10 Years?
01:20:11 What If China Or Russia Become The World Power?
01:23:33 Getting Arrested For Stuff Posted On Social Media
01:26:43 Does The US Election Matter?
01:27:10 The US Candidates And The Woke Culture
01:31:11 Taxing Rich People More
01:35:20 The Immigration Situation In The US
01:37:41 What's The Harm Of Immigration?
01:40:34 Are People Crossing The Borders Statistically Causing More Crime?
01:49:50 Trade-Off Denialism
01:51:53 The Solution For Climate Change

How To Be More Hopeful In A Cynical World - Modern Wisdom with Dr Jamil Zaki

Dr Jamil Zaki is a psychologist, a professor at Stanford University, and an author.

In a world filled with fake news, bad news and doom, it’s easy to become cynical. But what does science say about whether cynicism helps or harms us? Why is it so seductive, and how can we all learn to become more hopeful?

Expect to learn why people are so tempted by cynicism, how scepticism is different, if cynical people are more or less happy, healthy, intelligent and successful, whether there is a reason to feel more hopeful, the role of optimism in your life, how to cultivate more positivity and much more…

00:00:00 Why is Cynicism So Alluring?
00:06:10 The Cynicism Safety Blanket
00:15:11 How to Spot a Cynical Person
00:22:05 Is Cynicism Contagious?
00:26:58 Can Someone Be Universally Cynical?
00:30:51 How Cynicism Has Grown Over Time
00:37:09 Does Childhood Impact Cynicism?
00:41:28 Tools to Combat Cynicism 
00:56:05 Why This Was Personal for Jamil
01:03:48 Advice for People Who Want to Take More Risks
01:07:27 Where to Find Jamil

The Ape that Understood the Universe: How the Mind and Culture Evolve - by Steve Stewart-Williams

The Ape that Understood the Universe: How the Mind and Culture Evolve Hardcover - by Steve Stewart-Williams

The Ape that Understood the Universe is the story of the strangest animal in the world: the human animal. It opens with a question: How would an alien scientist view our species? What would it make of our sex differences, our sexual behaviour, our child-rearing patterns, our moral codes, our religions, our languages, and science? The book tackles these issues by drawing on ideas from two major schools of thought: evolutionary psychology and cultural evolutionary theory. The guiding assumption is that humans are animals and that like all animals, we evolved to pass on our genes.

At some point, however, we also evolved the capacity for culture - and from that moment, culture began evolving in its own right. This transformed us from a mere ape into an ape capable of reshaping the planet, travelling to other worlds, and understanding the vast universe of which we're but a tiny, fleeting fragment.

Evolutionary Psychology - The Diary of a CEO with Dr Gad Saad

Dr Gad Saad is an evolutionary psychologist and Professor of Marketing at Concordia University. He is also the author of books such as, ‘The Parasitic Mind’ and ‘The Saad Truth About Happiness: 8 Secrets for Leading the Good Life’.

00:00 Introduction
02:27 What Drives Your Life Purpose?
05:22 What Does An Evolutionary Behavioural Scientist Do?
08:45 The Top Predictor of Child Abuse in the Home
13:39 The Most Dangerous Person a Woman Can Meet
17:16 Is Cheating Ever Justified?
18:42 Is Monogamy Really Natural?
25:43 Why Do We Care for Our Families?
29:09 Why Do Children Resemble Their Fathers
34:53 What Are Your Most Controversial Beliefs?
38:31 How Much of Human Behaviour Is Driven by Sex?
44:55 What Is a Mate Desirability Score?
53:44 Can We Predict a Couple’s Success?
57:18 What Makes Men and Women Desirable?
59:57 The Confusion Around Masculinity
01:09:10 What It Really Feels Like to Be a Woman
01:13:59 How to Build Self-Awareness
01:20:05 What Exactly Is a Beta Male?
01:21:27 How to Achieve High Status as a Man or Woman
01:23:16 Struggling to Find a Partner? Here's What to Do
01:25:58 Is Porn Good For Us?
01:33:42 How Porn Addiction Affects Productivity
01:37:03 How Society Conflicts with Evolution: Parenting Advice
01:38:34 The Secrets to Living a Happy Life
01:40:44 Do Opposites Attract?
01:48:50 Does Your DNA Determine Happiness?
01:58:43 The Woke Culture 
02:04:01 Can Freedom of Speech Be Harmful?
02:24:33 Speaking the Truth in Research Shouldn’t Hurt Others
02:35:26 Is Society Unfair to Certain Groups? 
02:39:45 Equality of Opportunity vs Equality of Outcome
02:44:58 Would You Vote for Trump?
02:54:06 The Last Guest Question

Do This Every Morning to Reduce Stress and Anxiety - Dr Rangan Chatterjee with Dr Joe Dispenza

Dr Joe has spent decades studying neuroscience, meditation and the effect our thoughts have on our health and wellbeing. In this clip, he explains the 3 different kinds of stress, how chronic emotional stress can drive ill health and disease, and he shares some practical strategies to help us break free

Optimal Protocols for Studying & Learning - Dr Andrew Huberman

In this episode, I discuss science-supported protocols to optimize your depth and rate of learning of material and skills. I explain the neurobiology of learning and neuroplasticity and how correctly timed, self-directed test-taking can be leveraged to improve learning and prevent forgetting.

I discuss the study habits of the most successful learners, ways to limit distractions, how to set study goals, and how tests can be used as tools to learn, not just as a means for evaluating one’s mastery of learned material. A surprising aspect of tests, specifically self-testing soon after exposure to new material, is that they can significantly improve your ability to learn, apply, and maintain new knowledge. I also discuss tools to improve focus and alertness while studying.

By the end of this episode, you will have learned various science-supported actionable tools you can use to better learn, remember, and apply new information.

The Dating Doctor: "Start Dating Like It's Your Job!" - The Diary of a CEO with Dr Orion Taraban

Dr Orion Taraban is a psychologist, host of the podcast ‘PsychHacks’, and the author of the book, ‘The Value Of Others: Understanding the Economic Model of Relationships to Get (and Keep) More of What You Want in the Sexual’.

00:00:00 Intro
00:02:27 The Relationship & Sex Crisis
00:04:50 How The Relationship Crisis Is Affecting Us
00:06:56 Common Problems Men Are Facing In Modern Relationships
00:07:45 Are Dating Apps Really Helping?
00:08:20 The Crisis Of Masculinity: What Men Are Going Through
00:09:10 How Gender Dynamics Have Shifted Over Time
00:11:35 Andrew Tate And The Rise Of Performative Masculinity
00:15:46 Why Men Need To Feel Needed In Relationships
00:18:03 The Unique Challenges Women Face In Today's World
00:18:54 My Professional Journey: What Led Me Here
00:20:02 Understanding The Problems Both Men And Women Face
00:22:08 Applying Business Strategies To Improve Relationships
00:24:57 Why Women Seek Marriage: A Deeper Look
00:27:59 Helping Men Improve Their Lives And Relationships
00:30:27 How To Increase Your Attractiveness
00:31:46 The Importance Of Surface Marketing In Dating
00:34:41 How To Get Better At Meeting Women
00:36:54 Tips For Men To Boost Their Attractiveness
00:37:33 How Men Should Communicate Effectively
00:41:15 Why You Don’t Need Money To Attract Women
00:42:09 How I Completely Transformed My Life
00:44:35 Tips On Keeping A Partner Long-Term
00:47:08 Why A Relationship's First Crisis Is Crucial
00:49:33 Why The Top 10% Of Men Are Having The Most Sex
00:51:31 Is A Relationship An Exchange Of Value?
00:54:32 How Our Communities Have Evolved Over Time
00:57:14 Why Absence Can Be A Recipe For Better Sex
00:59:24 Is Monogamy Natural? Exploring The Debate
01:00:51 Is Gold Digging Just Another Transaction?
01:05:23 Why Men Are Terrified Of Women
01:07:56 What Really Happens To Beautiful People?
01:10:24 How To Turn A No Into A Yes
01:14:25 The Biggest Mistakes Men Make When Attracting Women
01:16:26 The Most Effective Pickup Line I’ve Used
01:19:00 How To Handle Interactions With Very Attractive Women
01:22:25 Should Women Make The First Move? Here’s How
01:25:51 What Is Love? Understanding This Complex Emotion
01:29:57 The Impact Of Porn On Modern Relationships
01:31:50 The OnlyFans Phenomenon: What It Means For Relationships
01:35:16 Libido, Sex, And The Role Of Pornography
01:39:52 How To Change A Man's Behavior For The Better
01:46:32 Advice For Those Struggling To Find Love
01:50:03 How AI Will Change Relationships Forever
01:55:17 How To Be A Man In 2024: Key Insights
01:59:53 Is Being Selfish The Key To Happiness?
02:01:40 Dr. Orion's Selection Criteria Explained
02:08:15 The Most Important Thing We Haven’t Discussed
02:16:52 The Final Question Every Guest Must Answer

Dan Bilzerian's hedonistic life – Modern Wisdom with Dan Bilzerian

Dan Bilzerian is an entrepreneur and a professional poker player.

What would it be like to dedicate yourself to hedonism for a decade? Without any budget or time or resource constraints. What would you discover from doing every adventure available in the modern world? And what would you truly value once it was over?

Expect to learn where Dan has been for the last few years, whether his company Ignite actually went bankrupt, if Dan is still rich, why he’s trying monogamy, what happens when you lock yourself on an island with 100 women, Dan’s advice for all men on how to be more attractive, the biggest pitfalls men make when posting on social media, how to stop being intimidated by hot women, and much more…

How to Improve & Protect Your Skin Health & Appearance - Dr Andrew Huberman with Dr Teo Soleymani

Dr. Teo Soleymani is a double-board-certified dermatologist and specialist in skin cancer and reconstructive surgery. He discusses science and clinically supported protocols to improve skin health and give your skin a more youthful appearance and structure, reducing premature ageing and skin cancer risk.

He discusses the impact of sun exposure on skin appearance and ageing and the surprising relationship between sun exposure and skin cancer. He explains how mineral-based (inorganic) sunscreens differ from chemical (organic) sunscreens, whether sunscreen can minimize premature skin ageing, reduce cancer risk, and if there are any health risks associated with sunscreen use.

He discusses skincare routines to significantly improve skin appearance and how to select skincare products. He outlines how caffeine, nicotine, alcohol, and stress impact the skin and describes how nutrition and anti-inflammatory diets can improve skin health. He also discusses the causes and treatments for common skin conditions, including dandruff, acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, and vitiligo.

Why Is Everyone So Emotionally Fragile? - Modern Wisdom with Whitney Cummings

Whitney Cummings is a comedian, actress, writer, and a podcaster.

Emotional maturity is a difficult thing to truly come by. Making your needs known, setting boundaries, being able to disappoint people without being afraid. If it’s such an important skill, why is it so hard to discover how to develop it?

Expect to learn how Whitney has been changed since becoming a mother, why Whitney has been thinking about circumcision so much, what codependence is and how to overcome it, why your niceness might be narcissism in disguise, why the news and memes are moving at such an insane velocity right now and much more…

Bret's Top Existential Concerns for Humanity - The Diary Of A CEO with Dr Bret Weinstein

Dr Bret Weinstein is an evolutionary biologist and former professor at Evergreen State College. He is the co-host of the podcast, ‘DarkHorse’, and the author of the book, ‘A Hunter-Gatherer's Guide to the 21st Century: Evolution and the Challenges of Modern Life’.

00:00:00 Intro
00:02:27 Why Humanity Will Be Extinguished
00:04:39 Bret's Top Existential Concern for Our Planet
00:08:04 Solar Flares and Their Potential Impact
00:11:36 Understanding EMP Effects & The Catastrophic Effects
00:13:48 The Earth's Magnetic Poles Are Switching!
00:17:01 The Inversion of Earth's Poles: Is Humanity Prepared?
00:18:57 What Does Anthropogenic Mean?
00:21:16 The Two Major Disaster Scenarios
00:28:11 How to Prepare for Global Catastrophes
00:35:57 Should You Become a ‘Prepper’?
00:42:31 Is Society on the Brink of Collapse?
00:51:33 Are Institutions Woke or Not?
00:52:36 The Evergreen College Incident: What Really Happened
01:04:47 The Decline of Mainstream Media
01:12:46 We SHOULD Be Worried About AI
01:16:50 Are Governments Ignoring AI's True Impact on the Planet?
01:20:31 The Critical Role of Language in Human Survival and Evolution
01:28:22 How AI Will Transform Human Communication Forever
01:30:19 Why Regulating AI Might Be the Worst Idea Ever
01:32:14 Brain Chips: Are We Turning Into Cyborgs?
01:36:23 AI Is Coming for Your Job: What You Need to Know
01:39:11 The Safest Careers in an AI-Dominated Future
01:45:02 Universal Basic Income: Hidden Consequences You Should Know
01:52:48 The Failures of COVID-19
01:56:50 What Is Gain-of-Function Research
01:58:59 What Really Happened in Wuhan: The Untold Story
02:00:54 Anthony Fauci's Involvement in COVID Origins
02:05:58 How We Should Have Handled COVID-19 Differently
02:12:53 Why Lockdowns Might Not Work in the Next Pandemic
02:16:23 Life-Changing Advice for a Happier, Healthier You
02:23:35 The Hidden Dangers of Pornography
02:32:38 What Parents Are Getting Wrong
02:38:52 The Guest's Final Question

Nutrition to Support Brain Health & Offset Brain Injuries - Dr Andy Galpin

In this episode, I discuss nutrition and supplementation to reduce the risk of brain injury and enhance brain performance and long-term health. Most brain injuries, including traumatic brain injury (TBIs) and concussion, are not from sports and are actually quite common in non-athletes. I explain what happens in the brain when a TBI occurs and discuss science-supported nutrients to reduce the risk of brain injury, minimize symptoms, and improve recovery.

Summarizing both research and clinical studies, I explain the neuroprotective effects of specific nutrients, including creatine monohydrate, fish oil (DHA and EPA), vitamin B2 (riboflavin), choline, branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs), magnesium, and anthocyanins. I also describe the recommended dosages, frequency, timing, and potential adverse effects and provide options for supplementation and whole-food sources.

The New Science Of Why Men & Women Cheat - Modern Wisdom with Macken Murphy

Macken Murphy is an evolutionary biologist at the University of Melbourne.

Why do people cheat? Is it just the allure of novelty? Dissatisfaction in their current relationship? Fear of being left? Retaliation for their partner cheating? Macken’s brand new study gives so many fascinating answers to these questions.

Expect to learn what the evolutionary drivers are behind men’s and women’s infidelity, what this new science says about the Dual Mating and Mate Switching hypotheses, the top 3 reasons for why men and women both cheat, whether cheating is heritable, if there is such a thing as one and done cheating, the most common behaviours of somebody who is being unfaithful and much more…

Is It Ethical To Hand-Pick Your Child’s Genes? - Modern Wisdom with Dr Jonathan Anomaly

Dr Jonathan Anomaly is a philosopher, professor and an author.

The concept of hand-selecting your baby’s traits has been an idea since the dawn of genetic science. This technology is now available. But just how ethical is it to shape your child’s destiny, and what unseen problems might a world with this science be facing?

Expect to learn why so many people dislike any discussions about IQ, what the moral challenges of embryo selection are, why genetic selection is going to be the biggest global talking point over the next decade, whether you are able to fix evolutionary mismatch with embryo selection, Jonny’s prediction for the future of multiculturalism and much more…

This Be The Verse - By Philip Larkin

This Be The Verse - By Philip Larkin is a funny take on the trials of parenting and being parented.

They fuck you up, your mum and dad.
They may not mean to, but they do.
They fill you with the faults they had
And add some extra, just for you.

But they were fucked up in their turn
By fools in old-style hats and coats,
Who half the time were soppy-stern
And half at one another’s throats.

Man hands on misery to man.
It deepens like a coastal shelf.
Get out as early as you can,
And don’t have any kids yourself.

Philip Larkin, "This Be the Verse" from Collected Poems. Copyright © Estate of Philip Larkin.