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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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52:04

Needles: why so scary!?

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2021/05/19

We’re celebrating vaccinations with an episode all about needles.Why are weso scared of them? What is the evolutionary basis behind that fear? We even share some tips on how to get over that fear!What did we learn this week?1:16 Why are otters so cute and playful?!9:18 How come if cats fits, they sits? / Why do cats love small spaces so much?Studytime: 13:09 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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59:53

Summer Bodies: The best way to get one!

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2021/05/12

Summer's coming! And after a year of quarantine, we thought we could use some science to motivate us. We'll be looking at calorie counting - does it even work, or is it not quite as simple as some make it seem? What happens when you work out your muscles, and how do steroids actually work?What did we learn this week?4:10 The fungus that takes over ants8:35 The impact of eye contact between dog's and their owners13:16 Studytime Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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59:56

Dreams: what do they actually mean!?

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2021/05/05

Today’s episode is about DREAMS! Not your hopes and dreams, but the kind you have when you’re fast asleep. Why doyou have dreams?What they actuallymean? And what’s going on inside your brain as you dream?! Don’t sleep on this one!What did we learn this week?7:01 When Does Cognitive Empathy Develop in Humans?13:25 Our Ancestors Adapted So ThatWe Could Get Drunk?!20:13 Studytime Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:11:07

Penises: how did they evolve? ft. Natalie Norman

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2021/04/28

This is EXPLICIT, so make sure you’re not listening with young ones around! We’re talking about sex, our own bodies, sharing personalsex stories,and alsolooking attheevolution of penises andthe decrease of male fertility around the world. If you’re down to listen to us talk aboutsexual health, this one’s for you!What did we learn this week?4:26 Swarms of Mayflies are Basically An Orgy?10:20 American Honey is Radioactive?Studytime:15:34 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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54:45

The Monarchy: Are They Inbred?!

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2021/04/21

Today we’re spilling the TEA on…well, the science of tea and also the Monarchy! With Harry and Meghan interview and the passing of Prince Philip, it seemed like an interesting time to investigate The Monarchy. Are they inbred and proliferating a blood disease? Bloody hell! What did we learn this week? 6:40 Your Body Ages at Three DISTINCT Ages?! 9:33 Birds Are Born Knowing How to Fly South for the Winter?! Studytime: 14:35 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:03:29

Elitism in Science ft. Raven the Science Maven

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2021/04/14

Science is ELITIST, and today the incredible science communicator Raven the Science Maven (who is getting her DANG PHD IN SCICOMM) helps explain why, but also teach us all about the intricacies of science communication. WDWLTW: 2:53 - this is the only way music can help you focus! 9:06 - when did the first domesticated dog come to the America's? https://audible.com/asapscience https://betterhelp.com/sidenote Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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55:23

Salads: are they even THAT healthy?

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2021/04/07

Building the perfect salad is an art…to some. Today we’re tackling the divisive subject of the salad from the history of kale to the science of salad dressing. Prepare yourself for the biggest debate of ALL TIME: whether or not salads are even worth eating! Help out the show and yourself by going to betterhelp.com/SIDENOTE What did we learn this week? 8:36 Who is Kendall Jenner? 12:23 Our Noses Can Distinguish Over A Trillion Different Odors! Studytime: 21:41 Hosted on Acast. See

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1:05:54

Gossip: Is It Healthy? ft. Hoodo Hersi

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2021/03/31

Today we are GOSSIPING! Is it good, is it bad, is it simply human nature? We’re joined by the hilarious and fantastic comedian Hoodo Hersi to hear what she thinks about gossip and the ways she participates in it! What did we learn this week?: 3:05 - Why Young People Are Having Less Casual Sex Than Ever (and It’s Not Because of the Pandemic!) 8:20 - How Noblemen 2700 Years Ago Kept Their Skin Moisturised Studytime: Gossip: Is It Healthy? 13:09 Go to betterhelp.com/SIDENOTE Hosted on Acast. See

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40:44

Gift-Giving: panic inducing or pure joy?

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2021/03/24

The science of gift giving is complex. It is a prosocial behaviour but it makes Greg panic and Mitch hates performing while receiving gifts. What is going on here? What Did We Learn This Week: 2:53 - Why We Won't Have Banana's in 20 years 8:05 - There is a Disease Where You POO When You Enter BOOKSTORES!? STUDYTIME: 12:08 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:04:30

Will Humans Ever Live on Mars? ft. Emily Calandrelli

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2021/03/10

SpaceX, Mars Perseverance, Virgin Galactic - are humans going to live on MARS!? Today we are joined by Emily Calandrelli who is WAY smarter than us about all this stuff so she can teach us WHAT THE HECK IS GOING WITH PRIVATE AND PUBLIC SPACEFLIGHT! What Did We Learn This Week 03:23 - Why Two Candles Can Replace the Sensor Bar on Your Wii! 06:22 - Why Did Europeans Colonize the Americas? Studytime: LIFE ON MARS 13:13 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:04:14

Influencers: are they ruining Earth?

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2021/03/03

Merch, private jets, thirst traps, advertising McDonalds, are influencers ruining the planet? Today we look at the carbon footprint of an influencers, are influencers worse than traditional celebrities and wait ... are we influencers!? WHAT DID WE LEARN THIS WEEK 5:27: “Gay Voice” and Gaydar - and how it impacts people’s lives? 14:43: where does our Salmon come from? STUDYTIME: Influencers 22:49 Go to betterhelp.com/sidenote to get 10% of your first month and start taking charge of your mental

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1:07:41

Houseplant Tips: the best advice you'll get ft. Nick...

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2021/02/24

How much water? Is 'dusting' plants bad? Is peat moss inherently evil? SHOULD YOU REPOT PLANTS? We have all the answers with plant expert Nick Pileggi! What Did We Learn This Week? 7:20 - Seaweed is in Your Toothpaste, Ice Cream and Salad Dressing! 11:02 - How Energy Drinks Change Your Brain STUDYTIME: PLANT TIPS 17:17 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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58:16

The Human Body: why does it suck?

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2021/02/17

Sprained ankles, sore backs, broken knees ... are we built right? Today we explore how painful the human body can be, and specific ways that we could fix it! What Did We Learn This Week: 7:53 - Do Plants Have Consciousness? 12:51 - How LSD “Free’s” Your Brain STUDYTIME 19:40 This episode is sponsored by SKILLSHARE. Go to https://www.skillshare.com/SIDENOTE for a FREE TRIAL OF THE PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP! This episode is sponsored by MAGIC SPOON. Go to magicspoon.com/sidenote and use the code SIDENOTE for

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46:10

The COVID Variants: how scary are they?

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2021/02/10

"New variants of concern" is an ominous name. Today we will go through the most recent research about how scared we should be. Also, what can we do to mitigate their spread and will the vaccines work? What Did We Learn This Week: 07:26 - How Hot Will the Earth be by 2100? 10:42 - How Your Childhood Diet Affects You For Life Studytime: 16:56 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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58:39

Antivaxxers: how do you convert them

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2021/02/03

Vaccine hesitancy is running rampant. Today we explain why Facebook is causing it, tips to convert anti-vaxxers and the POWER OF EMPATHY (which can obviously be really hard at times). This episode is sponsored by SKILLSHARE. Go to https://www.skillshare.com/SIDENOTE for a FREE TRIAL OF THE PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP! WHAT DID WE LEARN THIS WEEK 7:08 - Would you save 1 human over 100 dogs? 13:21 - There are no animals on land that do not have a left and right side of their body that isn’t a mirror image of

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57:50

Crying: why do your eyes leak?

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2021/01/27

We are the only animals that cry emotionally. Scientists don't know exactly why we do it, but all of our theories lead us to believe it is a healthy practice, and maybe we should seek it out. Today we are going to explain all the up to date research about BALLING YOUR EYES OUT! WHAT DID WE LEARN THIS WEEK: 7:40 - Why Platypus Are So Weird 12:40 - Do Bees Have Consciousness? STUDYTIME: 18:34 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:00:03

Boredom: creative catalyst or horrible feeling?

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2021/01/20

The science of boredom is confusing. Depending on the study it is considered helpful, or harmful. Today we are going to look into why, and how we can all cope or even thrive in the midst of pandemic boredom. WHAT DID WE LEARN THIS WEEK 5:04 -Astronomers have detected millions of signals from an intelligent civilization 13:08 - dark-eyed junco come to Toronto from the arctic STUDYTIME: 18:11 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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57:46

Winter: how to cope and thrive!

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2021/01/13

All humans experience winter. The pandemic is a form of winter, forcing us to be stagnant, stay inside and reflect. There are fascinating psychological studies on how to cope with the winter, and how to even make it your FAVOURITE SEASON!? WHAT DID WE LEARN THIS WEEK: 8:04 - how biodiversity makes you happy 12:24 - trees bud in SUMMER!? STUDYTIME: 15:16 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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51:32

Marijuana: what happens when you quit?

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2020/12/16

Weed changes your brain, so what happens if you stop? Today we explain what happens when you get stoned, what endocannabinoids do in our body and how they create LEGIT WITHDRAWAL SYMPTOMS! WHAT DID WE LEARN THIS WEEK: 5:50 - Human language evolved as GOSSIP! 8:39 - Driving under the influence of CBD does not affect your ability to drive STUDY TIME on QUITTING WEED: 15:00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:02:01

Humour: what makes something funny?

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2020/12/09

The science of comedy is complicated. It involves complex neurophysiology, culture, context and … feeling safe? We evolved language between 80,000 - 160,000 years ago and jokes evolved alongside that. Today we will break down what makes something funny, why laughing feels good and teach you how to become a funnier person! WHAT DID WE LEARN THIS WEEK: 8:20 - We NEED To Use Natural Dyes!!! 15:25 - Does The Brain Resemble the Universe? STUDYTIME: 22:17 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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