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Each week Greg and Mitch of AsapSCIENCE explain the science behind a controversial subject. They use studies, recent research and anecdotes to keep you entertained while *BAM* simultaneously LEARNING! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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55:11

Climate Optimism: the radical shift we need to...

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2025/10/22

Dr. Shelby Riskin is a professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Toronto. Recently she was a part of a mind blowing discovery found in the soil underneath a newly developed Toronto park. Today we are going to talk about what was found, the history of wetlands, how they relate to the Climate Crisis and most importantly - how "Climate Optimism" may be the key to surviving the "Climate Crisis". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The gayest conversation ever: Taylor Swift reaction,...

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2025/10/15

To cleanse the timeline, and ease up on constant episodes about the attack on science - it is our bi-annual pop culture episode!!! We talk about our reaction to "Life of a Showgirl" by Taylor Swift. The Bad Bunny Superbowl halftime show (and how often Greg has cried to DtMF). Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau. Why "One Battle After Another" made us fight. The new Rosalia announcement. And the constant dragging of gay people on halloween!!!Enjoy - back to science content next week Hosted on Acast. See

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50:05

Is AI slowly ruining science? YES - plz listen!

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2025/10/08

Science is slowly deteriorating. You might not realize it, but it is being impacted from all angles. Artificial Intelligence is a huge culprit. Paper mills, doctors being replaced by CaBot, ChatGPT stealing from science fields and flooding articles. So what is going to happen? Today we are going to explain why science is slowly being ruined by AI and what you can do to help - the first thing you need to understand is WHAT it is doing.THANK YOU FOR LISTENING AND PLEASE SHARE! Hosted on Acast. See

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33:28

How to fall asleep faster!

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2025/10/01

Sleep - one of the most important things in the world. We aren't kidding - from a health perspective - SLEEP IS KEY! So today we are going to explain to you some up to date research and tips on how to fall asleep faster. THANK US LATER! These are new ways to make your brain relaxed, which help you get more sleep and ensure that you feeling RESTED! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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43:45

What ACTUALLY Causes Autism? Tylenol, pollutants,...

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2025/09/23

Autism rates are on the rise - and right now in America Donald Trump claims the rise is due to Tylenol use during pregnancy. Other experts claim it has to do with pollutants, oothers say screen time, others say plastics leeching into our water ... but what actually is causing autism rates to increase? Today we use the up to date science, real research and contemporary data to explain what is ACTUALLY going on! This is an important episode based on what is happening right now in the news so please

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59:18

How Concerts Are Replacing Church: BAD BUNNY REVIEW,...

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2025/09/17

The science of concerts, why are they so popular right now? Why they decrease stress, anxiety and even depression. Wait, are concerts physiologically on par with religion. Why do concerts elicit states of memory loss, and why are they so stimulating! We will talk about the Bad Bunny residency, Lady Gaga in Toronto, Tate McRae, Lorde - and some of our favorite memories from Rosalia and why Greg is so inspired to create paintings about euphoria at concerts.LET'S GOO!!!!!! Hosted on Acast. See

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55:27

Toxic masculinity and the "crisis of male culture"...

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2025/09/10

Today we are talking about working out, toxic masculinity and the crisis of male identity with "YourFriendKevin" aka. Kevin McDonald. As a popular twitch streamer and personal trainer he has lots to say about toxic masculinity and the state of "work out culture" right now. Working out, the gym, steroids - MALE BODIES have become a pretty intense concept due to on online algorithms and the state of the internet today. We explain the science of toxic masculinity, how it relates to working out and body

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40:56

HPV: the virus causing cancer in young people

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2025/09/03

The HPV vaccine is essential. We didn't have it until recently and we regret it. It can decrease you ability to get genital warts - but mostly importantly can decrease your susceptibility to THROAT, ANAL AND VAGINAL CANCERS! Today we are breaking down all the science of HPV, and explaining why you need your HPV vaccine. Also how it related to the queer community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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48:06

Coldplay CEO, Bieber, Zelda Announcement, Wimbledon...

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2025/07/23

Today we are talking about the Coldplay CEO being fired, Bieber's new album, the Zelda announcement and Donkey Kong as well. We will update on Lorde, the Bad Bunny residency and more hot gossip-y topics. It is a pause on the science for some extra fun this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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51:26

How love hacks your brain: obsession, jealousy and...

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2025/07/16

Today we are recapping Love Island USA - while also explaining the science of jealousy, what love addiction is, how to deal with jealousy and why reality tv is so popular from a psychological perspective.STUDYTIME: The Science of Love IslandWDWLTW:the best way to live to 100when did the word "homosexuality" come into existence? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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48:06

Do you actually have consciousness?

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2025/07/09

Is human consciousness real? Or is just a hallucination? Do animals have consciousness, and how does this all relate to spirituality? Today we bring the up to date science on consciousness, the history of how we got here? Why is it always so MINDBLOWING TO LEARN ABOUT - and we essentially both have panic attacks, lol LET'S GO!STUDYTIME: Is human consciousness real?WDWLTW:more fruits and vegetables = better sleepoctopus on MDMA ecstasy and fun Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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46:37

Type A vs. Type B personality types: is it all BS?

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2025/07/02

Are you Type A or Type B? This is a question you may have been asked - or you might think you are one over the other. The psychology of personality types is a huge deal online - and it can even inform the way you live your life. Today we explain all of the science and psychology about Type A vs. Type B and figure out if there is any validity at ALL to these claims.STUDYTIME: Are you Type A or Type B and what does that mean? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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44:13

Pride 3.0: Grindr epidemic, why gay people exist,...

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2025/06/25

It is our annual pride episode where we update you are ON the QUEER SCIENCE. Why do gay people exist, why does having and older brother make you more likely to be gay, how bad is Grindr for your brain, what makes your semen taste good - AND MORE. HAVE FUN FOLKXXXXXXXWDWLTW:new breakthrough in HIV medicationwhy AI is ruining science Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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46:38

The attention span epidemic: why you're so impatient...

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2025/06/18

Brain rot is real - and it is likely from us all scrolling our phones. Scrolling our phones leads to a change in our brain that can lead to impatience. Today we talk about the up to date science on attention span, phone use, impatience - and the best ways for us to get our attention spans back. And question - does everyone have ADHD?WDWLTW:which country could survive without international trade?is all "priming research" debunked? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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56:07

The imaginary pill that can cure mental illness

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2025/06/11

New studies on pain and mental illness are blowing minds - because a lot of what works best is ... placebo? Today we are talking about the new research on placebo pills, how even imagining taking a pill helps and also how it relates the future of medicine. We even explain exactly HOW placebo pills work.STUDYTIME: why imaginary pills are curing illness!WDWLTW:is decaf coffee as effective as real coffee?when did birds ACTUALLY evolve? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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45:34

The crisis of male sexuality: erectile dysfunction,...

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2025/06/04

Erectile dysfunction is growing in men under the age of 40. To the point that researchers are calling it a "crisis in male sexuality". Cialis, Viagra, Blue Chew and other drugs are meant to help - but why is erectile dysfunction on the rise. Today we explain all the recent research and trends around impotence in men.STUDYTIME: Why are men unable to maintain erections?WDWLTW:should you have sex before bed?when did flowering plants evolve? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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54:26

Left Brain vs. Right Brain: which one are you?

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2025/05/28

There is actually a lot of difference between the left and right brain. Today we explain the science of brain hemispheric specialization - a fancy term for left brain vs. right brain science. There is a lot of myths in this neuroscience, but also some fascinating truths. It helps you to understand your concept of consciousness as well as how you perceive the world around you. We are obsessed with this science!STUDYTIME: Are you left or right brained?WDWLTW:the science of cuddlingthe difference

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58:48

Answering more SPICY QUESTIONS - call in episode 3.0

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2025/04/30

REGISTRATION FOR OUR BIRD WATCHING EVENT - May 22nd, 6-9 pm HIGH PARK: https://hpncspecialevents.campbrainregistration.com/Are we interested in older men? Why do we hate Taylor Swift? (I swear we don't) Why are we so vanilla and unaware of butt plugs.IT IS A CALL IN EPISODE - so get ready y'all! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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54:18

Porn Addiction: why is it so common now? What is...

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2025/04/23

ASAPSCIENCE BIRD WATCHING HIKE - REGISTER HERE: https://hpncspecialevents.campbrainregistration.com/Porn addiction is on the rise, increasing A LOT since the pandemic. Today we are going to talk about what happens in your brain and body when you watch porn, why it is becoming a huge issues for people, and what you can do about it. It is hard to know if you have a bad relationship to porn - so today we will teach you about it.STUDYTIME: What happens to your brain when you scroll porn sitesWDWLTW:why

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40:46

Bird Watching: start NOW while you still can!

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2025/04/16

Registration for our HIGH PARK BIRDWATCHING EVENT:https://hpncspecialevents.campbrainregistration.com/Today we take you on an amazing step by step journey into bird watching. It turns out that once you start bird watching, you are more likely to become an environmentalist, appreciate nature and donate more to conservationist efforts. It’s relaxing and life changing so you need to START RIGHT NOW! The birds are HERE Y'ALL - and this podcast will help you find them. Also come to our event!STUDYTIME:

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