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The Last Show with David Cooper

Welcome to The Last Show with David Cooper, where sanity takes a backseat and laughter rides shotgun. Join David and his UK partner-in-chaos Tony Five as they hurtle through a landscape of relationships, conspiracies, and raw confessions—where stand-up comedy crashes head-first into group therapy. From alien encounters to dating disasters, no topic is sacred. David"s explosive energy and Tony"s sharp insights create a mix of comedy and catharsis that"ll leave you questioning everything – especially

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Breaking Shark Suit News - September 26, 2025

The Last Show with David Cooper ·

2025/09/27

David solicits your calls at 1-888-505-6644. (Call even if you're a podcast listener, and we'll call you back when the show airs!) London-based foreign correspondent Tony Five covers new bite-resistant wetsuits that can reduce shark bite injuries and the one in five people who now regularly get news on TikTok. Researcher in human understanding of algorithms and machines ⁠Prof. Dr. Nils Köbis⁠ explains how ⁠offloading our tasks to AI can increase dishonest behavior⁠. Anthropology professor ⁠Dr

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Help Me Hide A Body - September 25, 2025

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2025/09/26

The show opens with foreign correspondent Tony Five on the Penn & Teller magic show he attended in London, England last night. After that, It's Time For Technology Time with Carmi Levy and top tech stories: Spirit Airlines pilot reportedly warned after veering too close to Air Force One; A massive telecom threat was stopped near UN headquarters; iOS users say Liquid Glass is causing eye strain and vertigo; and The FTC sues Ticketmaster for allegedly colluding with resellers. Criminology lecturer Dr

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Regrets, We've Got A Few - September 24, 2025

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2025/09/25

London-based foreign correspondent Tony Five and David chat about Jimmy Kimmel's return. After that, it's Tuesdays with Gary on Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesday. Motivated by the common answers boomers say are their life regrets, David and Gary Direnfeld cover the topic of regret. Psychiatry professor Dr. Błażej Misiak explains how loneliness can be closely tied to paranoid thought rather than to social isolation. Tony Five returns for Advice For Your Tomorrow's Self, Yesterday (AFY-TSY). English

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Radioactive Shrimp - September 23, 2025

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2025/09/24

Foreign correspondent Tony Five covers: British scientists over the Moon after growing tea in lunar soil; and Shrimp recalled for possible radioactive contamination. Mosquito researcher Dr. Felix Hol reveals how he discovered beer, cannabis, and sex make you more attractive to mosquitos. Therapist ⁠Laurel van der Toorn⁠ discusses a man in hot water for buying a very terrible anniversary gift. Dr. Helen Kowalewska goes over her study exposing UK employers' hidden bias against maternity leave

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The Ig Nobel Prize - September 22, 2025

The Last Show with David Cooper ·

2025/09/23

Foreign correspondent Tony Five does his signature UK-based reporting and explains why the World Conker Championship is in trouble, and last year's competition's controversy. Real estate reporter James Rodriguez goes over the rise and fall of the 'nepo' homebuyer. Psychology professor Dr. Maital Neta reveals how you perceive a surprised look on someone's face traces back to your parents. Associate professor of educational leadership Dr. Adam McCready discusses the ways in which adults and teens see

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Dan Riskin - Hate Mosquitos? Stop Having Sex

The Last Show with David Cooper ·

2025/09/20

It's the inaugural podcast-only Science Appliance bonus show with science communicator Dr. Daniel K. Riskin, Ph.D., DVD, RSVP. (Disclaimer: Dan says he only has some of those credentials.)Science stories covered: Scandal rocks the intriguing world of rock-skipping; To avoid mosquitoes: avoid beer, weed, and sex (and possibly rock-skipping competitions); and The rise of rodents was thanks to their thumbs. (Click here to sign up for Dan's newsletter, The Bat Signal.) Learn more about

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Dishonesty: Now With Robots - September 19, 2025

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2025/09/20

Foreign correspondent Tony Five closes off his trip to Croatia by reporting on the Florida woman who punched a gator to save her dog. Researcher in human understanding of algorithms and machines Prof. Dr. Nils Köbis explains how offloading our tasks to AI can increase dishonest behavior. Anthropology professor Dr. Jeffrey Cohen educates us on the tasty Oaxacan tradition of eating grasshoppers. (Check out Jeff's book on the topic here.) Stand-up comedian Ashwyn Singh chats about comedy and his

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Sisters Meaner Than Brothers - September 18, 2025

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2025/09/19

From Croatia, foreign correspondent Tony Five covers: Finger-based spite architecture; and Strip club executives allegedly bribed tax auditor to avoid paying millions of dollars in taxes. Psychology professor Dr. Michael Varnum reveals that sisters often display more aggression than brothers toward their siblings. On It's Time For Technology Time, tech expert Carmi Levy goes over the following stories: Using your phone on the toilet may dramatically increase your risk of hemorrhoids; Hacker breaks

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It's Never About The Bread In The Freezer - September...

The Last Show with David Cooper ·

2025/09/18

Foreign correspondent Tony Five reports on a British Columbia man charged with drunk driving while operating a children's Barbie Jeep at 5mph. David appeals to Tony not to let hearing horrible news weigh him down. On Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesday, therapist and social worker Gary Direnfeld describes a conversation he had with his wife concerning bread – and how it could have gone very wrong. Gary and David discuss when being too nice of a parent goes bad. Human-robot interaction researcher Lauren

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Sexy CIA Plots - September 16, 2025

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2025/09/17

UK-based Tony Five reports live from Croatia on the emotional support alligator that's no longer welcome at a Pennsylvania Walmart, and then David analyzes a dream Tony had. On Conspiracy Corner, Dr. Lee Kuhnle describes a few times when the CIA used sex, pornography, and sex dolls to run real-world operations. (⁠⁠⁠Check out Lee's podcast The Uncover Up here⁠⁠⁠.) Marshall Cunningham from University of Chicago's Divinity School discusses how religion comes into play with video game Grand Theft Auto

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Weaponized Incompetence - September 15, 2025

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2025/09/16

The show opens with Vet Talk or Pet Talk with Dr. Cliff Redford discussing the following pet-related topics: What owning a cat does to your brain (and theirs); Diagnostic system developed for identifying ADHD-suspected dog; and Dog spots suitcases being packed, what he does next changes everything. Pop culture writer Callie Ahlgrim explains how weaponized incompetence is back, and that it's driving modern women out of their marriages. Gloria Kostadinova tells the story of the 95 year-old solo

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Interstellar Visitor 3I/ATLAS - September 12, 2025

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2025/09/13

Foreign correspondent Tony Five describes a lizard that gave birth without mating in the UK. Astrophysicist ⁠Dr. Jesse Rogerson⁠ answers David's questions about 3I/ATLAS, the interstellar comet moving through our solar system. Media and communications researcher M. Sebih Oruç explains why you should put down your phone and engage in boredom, and how philosophy can help with digital overload. Therapist Laurel van der Toorn outlines why parallel play is the ultimate couple skill. Sociology professor

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Overprotective Parents, Anxious Kids - September 11,...

The Last Show with David Cooper ·

2025/09/12

Foreign correspondent ⁠Tony Five⁠ announces ⁠a new koala chlamydia vaccine⁠ (seriously) and then talks about how he was trapped in Boston on 9/11. Associate professor of psychology Dr. Anna Weinberg explains how students with overprotective parents are more vulnerable to anxiety during their transition to university. On It's Time For Technology Time, Carmi Levy covers: Majority of middle-income people not interested in using AI for financial advice; Apple's iPhone Air event; and Google admits the

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Reach Out, Old Friend - September 10, 2025

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2025/09/11

Things kick off with foreign correspondent Tony Five and the show's technical producer Adam Karch going over the recent Apple Event. Tony dispenses some hobby-based advice on Advice For Your Tomorrow's Self, Yesterday (AFY-TSY). Financial coach Michael Madden explains why he collects rent from his 6 year-old daughter every month. Then, it's social psychologist Kristina Castaneto on why reluctance to reach out to old friends is a common experience, but how reconnecting can pay off. Behavioral

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AI, Not Good In A Crisis - September 9, 2025

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2025/09/10

Foreign correspondent Tony Five shares an odd dream. Dr. Cameron Piercy discusses how artificial intelligence loses out to humans in credibility during corporate crisis responses. On Pet Talk (or Vet Talk), Dr. Cliff Redford covers: An attorney offering free pet prenups; Social media linked to a rise in abandoned large dogs; and Unhinged pet sitter instructions. On Sex, Et Cetera, sexual health and consent educator Samantha Bitty brings up the cuffing pre-season. Social-environmental epidemiologist

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A Return From The Desert - September 8, 2025

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2025/09/09

Host David Cooper returns from vacation at The Burning Man festival⁠ and discusses it with foreign correspondent ⁠Tony Five. On ⁠Noah vs. The Unknown⁠, TV personality ⁠Noah Cappe⁠ and David chat about the strange Tunguska event. Future-of-work reporter ⁠Tim Paradis describes how applying for jobs has never been easier and why that's a problem. Senior economics reporter Juliana Kaplan shares how millennials and Gen Z in their first jobs out of college might actually tell the story of the economy

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September 4, 2025

The Last Show with David Cooper ·

2025/09/05

Today's guests with fill-in host Caitlin Green:Carmi Levi Lori Dyan Lisa Rideout Tracy & Martina Dr. Lee Kuhnle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Breakups, Back-to-School Stress, Solo Travel &...

The Last Show with David Cooper ·

2025/09/04

Tonight on The Last Show, Caitlin Green is in for David Cooper 🛋️ Therapist Gary Direnfeld — why actions speak louder than words in love, navigating tough breakups & managing back-to-school stress 🌍 Travel journalist & host Natalie Preddie — the rise of solo travel + tips for planning a trip for one 👟 Writer Michelle Cyca — what “obstacle parenting” is & how it can boost kids’ creativity and endurance 🎮 Philosopher Steph Rennick — why women feel guilty about gaming 💡 Assistant Professor

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Romance Scams, Shrekking, and CEOs Behaving Badly

The Last Show with David Cooper ·

2025/09/03

🎙️ The Last Show with Caitlin Green (in for David Cooper) 💔 UK correspondent Tony 5 takes us inside the hellscape of online dating. From horrifying profile pics to romance scams and the bizarre trend of “shrekking.” 🌍 Media personality Meredith Shaw unpacks big trending headlines: a Polish CEO becoming the internet’s main character, Cracker Barrel’s rebrand gone wrong, and why Nelly Furtado is still iconic. 💄 Beauty editor turned podcaster Jill Dunn dives into fall beauty trends, the

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From Facelifts ✨ to Film Fests 🎬

The Last Show with David Cooper ·

2025/08/30

📝 Episode Synopsis:Caitlin Green is in for David Cooper and we’re covering it all — from beauty 💉 to banking 💰 to the big screen 🍿. • First, we dig into the booming world of cosmetic dermatology with the COO of a renowned clinic to learn which procedures really deliver results — and which to skip. • Then, mortgage broker Ron Butler is back with a fiery take on the state of Canadian housing 🏡. • Sex educator Samantha Bitty joins us to talk about why it might be time to

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