How to Actually Make Yourself Smarter & How Too Much Efficiency Makes You Less Efficient
14 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone has heard about antioxidants. In fact, a lot of people take antioxidant supplements. But is...
Negotiation Strategies for Regular People & Brain Hacks to Get Things Done That You Hate To Do
11 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Decision making is easy when you have to choose one of two options. However, when you add that third...
Fascinating Backstories of Modern Technology & What Really Determines How Long You Live
07 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Every driver has likely had the experience of encountering a motorcycle that “came out of nowhere....
Surprising Ways We Influence Each Other & How to Handle Emotions at Work
04 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Ever have the feeling someone is watching you? Almost everyone has had the experience but do humans ...
Amazing Factors that Determine What and How Much You Eat & How to Better Deal with Life’s Catastrophes
28 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Ever go out knowing your hair looks horrible or there is something wrong with your clothes? Everyone...
Powerful Success Secrets You Never Knew & Why Conventional Wisdom is Often Wrong
25 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Can you tell just by looking if someone is honest and trustworthy? Actually you can but the reason w...
The Damage Done by Your Negative Self-Talk and How to Fix It & Why Boys Falling Behind
21 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
There are a lot of things you likely believe that are not true. For example, sugar causes hyperactiv...
The Important Difference Between Being Rich and Being Wealthy & How to Control Any Conversation
18 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
When you grocery shop, are you one of those people who sometimes changes their mind and takes items ...
How to Use Your Memory to be More Successful & The Secrets of Loving Couples
14 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Couples should have a date night. That’s common advice to help keep the romance alive in long term...
The Fascinating Things That Make You Human & Natural Remedies – Which Ones Really Work?
11 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to be more persuasive, there is one little sentence to tack on to the end of any request...
Really Dumb Things Smart People Do with Money and The Power of Having the Right Attitude
07 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
People who deal with the public as part of their job often begin to believe that people in general a...
If Your Heart Has Ever Been Broken - Listen to This & Amazing Ways Numbers Affect You
04 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
When I need to solve a problem or think of something creative, I often lie down, close my eyes and t...
How Social Media Sucks You In Without You Knowing It & How Chemicals in Your Home Mess with Your Hormones
31 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Some people like their chocolate chip cookies crispy right out of the often while others like them s...
How to be a Great Customer So You Get What You Want & What do Facebook and Google Really Know About You?
28 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We have all heard how some people become sad or depressed during the winter months? Maybe it’s the...
The Science of Making Meetings Not Suck & How to Be Much Happier (and Why You Should)
24 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
As I write and post this, much of the U.S. and other parts of the world have been hit by extreme col...
Amazing Stories Behind Cool Whip, Mac & Cheese and other Iconic Food & What It Takes to Be in the Top 1%
21 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
There is a good chance that your partner is not a lot taller or shorter than you are. People seem to...
The Magic of Building On Your Strengths and How to Better Handle the Admin of Daily Life
17 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Should you really get an annual check-up or go to the dentist twice a year? What about wearing sunsc...
How to Scientifically Make Your Brain Perform Noticeably Better & How to Effectively Hold a Grudge
14 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
How many times have you been told you should be thankful for what you have? Well, there may be some ...
How the House You Live In Affects Who You Are & The Scientific Way To Lose Weight for the New Year
10 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
When you feel and ache or pain in your body, you likely reach for a Tylenol. And it turns out that y...
The Fascinating Reason Why More is Never Enough & What You Never Knew About Spices
07 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone seems to have a cellphone – ALL the time. But there are some circumstances when you reall...
How to Stop Making Stupid Mistakes & How to Nail Your New Year’s Resolution
03 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
You think you understand the concept of distracted driving – yes? You know it is NOT a good idea t...
Best Moments of 2018 You May Have Missed - Part 2
31 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We end 2018 with the second of our two-part look back at the best moments of the past year. With so ...
How to Become the Person You Really Want to Be & Why You Like What You Like
27 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
You probably associate yawning with being tired or maybe being bored. However, according to some int...
Best Moments of 2018 You May Have Missed – Part 1
24 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
With over 100 episodes a year, it is entirely possible you may have missed some of the best, most in...
How to Get People to Notice Just How Great You Really Are & Answers to Fascinating Life Questions
20 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Does being unhappy make you more likely to get sick or even shorten your life span? A lot of people ...
The Amazing Science Behind Why You Dream at Night & How to Make Real Friends and Connections
17 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
There are a lot of theories and myths about alcohol and how not to fall victim to its effects. For e...
How to Ask For and Get Anything You Want & How Medicine Has Changed in 100 Years
13 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Do attractive people really get the best tables at a restaurant? Did you know menus are designed to ...
Fascinating Stories Behind Holiday Songs and Traditions & How to Acquire the “It Factor” for Success
10 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
It is easy and tempting to overspend on holiday gifts. Plus retailers do everything they can to enco...
The Science of Achieving Your Goals & The Truth Behind Double Dipping and the 5-Second Rule
06 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
When you look at old holiday photos, you will notice something is definitely missing – and it is s...
Why We All Eavesdrop (Even When We Shouldn’t) & Important Business Etiquette You Never Knew
03 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes you may find yourself in a bad mood for no real reason. So how do you snap out of it? We b...
Powerful Strategies to Be More Assertive & Expert Travel Advice You Will Definitely Use
29 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Who doesn’t love the smell of a Christmas tree? For most of us, the scent of pine is wonderful. So...
The Surprising Link Between Money and Happiness & When Questions Are More Important Than Answers
26 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
When guests come in to your home, what do they notice most of all? If you are having guests into you...
The Real Science of Aliens, UFOs and Life On Other Planets & How to Handle Manipulative People
22 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
You most likely have a preference for either a neat or a cluttered work environment. So which is bet...
How to Preserve Your Collectibles, Heirlooms and Family Treasures & The Story of Thanksgiving
19 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Can certain sounds actually be good for your health? Yes, according to some important research. From...
The Fascinating History of Blue Jeans & Incredible Science About You and Your World
15 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The evidence is pretty clear that in order to be productive and to do excellent work, you need to ta...
How to Respond When People Say NO! & Why You Need More Friends & How to Find Them
12 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
What’s the secret to a happy life? Probably the best people to ask are people who say they are hap...
What Really Influences How You Think & Something Fascinating Google, Amazon and Facebook Have in Common
08 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Do you really need to get a physical exam every year? We begin this episode by exploring who should ...
How Human Nature Screws Up Your Life (and How to Fix It) & The Trouble with Recycling
05 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In most places around the world, Siri comes with a female voice by default. Of course you can chang...
What to STOP Doing if You Want to Succeed & How to Crush the Urge to Overeat
01 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is released a few days before most people in the U.S. change their clocks back to stand...
The Science of Personality: Why You Are Who You Are & How to Make Changes That Stick
29 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The weather can affect your buying decisions without you realizing it. That can be a big factor when...
How Electronic Communication Gets You in Trouble & The History of Your Favorite Halloween Candy
25 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We all have those times when we are stressed and need to chill out. So I begin this episode with som...
Body Language Secrets the FBI Uses & The Lost Art of Corporate Slogans and Why They Matter
22 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
If you don’t play a musical instrument – maybe you should. This is especially true if you are ou...
The Real Dangers of Too Much Pleasure & Why You Should Celebrate Every Failure
18 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
So you get ready to make a salad and you rinse the lettuce and carrots and tomatoes under the faucet...
What You MUST Know if You Fly Commercial Airlines & The Amazing Benefits of Taking Time for Yourself
15 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Spending time with annoying and irritating people can be hazardous to your mental health! That’s a...
Why Some Things & People Become Popular & How to Use Logic Effectively
11 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Anyone who has ever cooked pasta has thought about using HOT tap water instead of cold to speed up t...
Why You Have Trouble Sleeping and How to Fix It & How to Succeed When You Feel Like You Don’t Belong
08 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Even the best drivers get in serious accidents – usually because of bad drivers. So we start this ...
Why You Are Drawn to Distractions and How to Stop It & Why You Need More Fun at Work
04 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Is it illegal to kill a praying mantis? Not that you would want to – but could you actually be fin...
The Amazing Reason You Get Disgusted & Inventions that Could’ve Happened Much Sooner
01 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Not long ago I went to the supermarket only to find everything had been moved around. Nothing was wh...
Where Conspiracy Theories Come From & Which Do Humans Prefer – Strict or Loose Rules?
27 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
You probably just assume food grown organically is healthier – and maybe it is. But you also proba...
Fascinating Mysteries that Baffle Science & The Incredible Story of Human Spaceflight
24 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
You tip the waiter at the end of a meal for a job well done. But when it comes to tipping the maid a...
How to Have a Good Day (Almost) Everyday & Extremely Fascinating Facts You Never Knew
20 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
I’ve lived with dogs most of my life (and one pretty cool cat) so I am fascinated by doggy behavio...
Fascinating Ways Your Brain Works & Amazing Advice for People Who Are “Too Sensitive”
17 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
You may not have ever noticed this but hotels rarely offer milkshakes on their room service menu. An...
The Sneaky Fees Businesses Charge and What to Do About It & The Fascinating History of Slang
13 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
What could be simpler than washing your hands? You’ve done it a zillion times. And yet you are pro...
How to Actually Think Better & The Secret of Eating What You Enjoy Without Guilt
10 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Many people wish they were taller. Unfortunately there is no simple fix for that. But there are ways...
Discover How to Be Luckier in Everyday Life & A Proven Way to Make Better Decisions
06 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
People who travel a lot have to come up with their own travel hacks and secrets in order to stay san...
How to Find Hidden Collectibles in Your Home & Powerful Career Advice You Haven’t Heard Before
03 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Whenever you get a new credit card in the mail, you are encouraged to sign the back of it. In fact m...
The Amazing Way Your House Influences Your Behavior & What To Do When You Can't Forgive
30 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to ask someone on a date, you could call them up and ask or you could send a text or ema...
How to Remember Anything, Anytime , Anywhere & The Dark Side of Success
27 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever thought to yourself, “When I lose weight, where does the fat go?” It is an interes...
How Pictures Always Make You More Persuasive & Do Men Really Prefer Blondes?
23 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
If you want someone to know you really care for them and that they are special to you, there are a f...
Are You Unknowingly Sabotaging Yourself? & The Amazing Story of the World’s Sand Shortage
20 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
When you have pain – you want it to go away. While taking a pill or two can help ease the pain, th...
What Really Makes Love Work Long Term & The Really Good News About Depression
16 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
I suspect you’ve been cheated or lied to at some point in your life and thought to yourself, “Ho...
The Science of Being a Peak Performer & How to Improve Your Writing – Instantly
13 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever watched someone blow out the candles on a birthday cake and wondered, “Do I really w...
How to Give and Get Criticism Well & How to Use Computer Algorithms to Solve Your Problems
09 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Somehow I simply cannot walk and text at the same time. And that turns out to be a good thing. I beg...
What Really Controls Your Behavior & How Being Too Clean Can Make You Sick
06 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to successful online dating, the two things that seem to matter most are your screen n...
The Benefits of Cursing & How the World is Getting Better - Even If It Doesn't Seem So
02 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
This episode begins with a look at some fascinating science of everyday life. For example, how the c...
What Music Does to Your Brain & The Amazing Benefits and Techniques of Decluttering
30 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Negotiating your own salary can be stressful and difficult. This episode begins with some proven way...
Why Eating Healthy Isn’t as Hard as You Think & How to Be More Productive Than Ever
26 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
What’s the real reason people get angry over the little things? At least one leading expert believ...
Powerful Ways to Instantly Be More Persuasive & How to Create and Present the Right Image
23 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Should you really not go swimming until a half hour after eating? Can you really get poison ivy by t...
Fascinating Ways Different Foods Affect You & Cool Life Hacks That Will Save You Time & Money
19 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
When you want something from someone else – like in a negotiation – it usually doesn’t pay to ...
The Flawed Psychology of Low Price Shopping & Why You Get Sick and How to Prevent It
16 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
A kiss is just a kiss. Or is it? It turns out kissing does a lot. I begin this episode with some int...
Understanding the Flaws in Your Evolution & The Story Behind Some of the Coolest Toys Ever
12 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of things about you determine how likable you are but there are a few simple techniques to mak...
How to Use the Element of Surprise to Be Successful & The Secret to Stopping Bad Breath Forever
09 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Do you blush? Most people who do blush wish they didn’t because it is embarrassing and – as blus...
The Mysterious Impact Strangers Have On You & Why You Are Bombarded By So Many Ads
05 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Getting kids – or even some grownups – to eat their vegetables can be frustrating. However ther...
How Language Affects How You Think & The Fascinating Way Emotions Determine Your Success
02 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Not drinking enough water is a big problem. And while being a little dehydrated won’t kill you, de...
Why You Are Not As Smart As You Think You Are & How Long Can You Reasonably Live?
28 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
It is rare to see a UPS truck turning left. Sure, sometimes they have to but they try not to. And t...
Why You Ask for Help All Wrong and How to Do It Right & The Myth of “Expert” Financial Advice
25 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
There is only one right way to build a fire. It has always been this way and it is unlikely anyone w...
Scientific Mysteries that Make No Sense At All & How to Stop People From Manipulating You
21 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Want to feel REALLY good? Watch this YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CHiKxytbCWk. It’...
How to Be Beautiful and Why it Matters & Small Inventions that Rocked Your World
18 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
When you search for something in Google does it matter what order you put the words in? What about p...
What Really Motivates Humans & How to Talk to Anyone About Anything
14 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Do nice guys finish last? Sure, there are a lot of successful nice guys but there are a lot of succe...
How to Unlock Your Creative Genius & The Fascinating Connection Between Health and Happiness
11 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Humans are programmed to flirt. It’s the beginning of the process that keeps the species going for...
The Amazing Way Your Body Heals Itself & Why Your Reality is Different Than Mine
07 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel good about saving a spider because you took it out of your house and put it outside rather...
How to Easily Negotiate (Almost) Anything & Why You Need the Rat Race
04 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Mental health is complicated. But there are some things that can trigger depression in almost anyone...
Why People Cheat & The Best Advice for People Who Are Too Busy
31 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
When you sit down to eat, several things affect how MUCH you eat and how much you enjoy the food. I ...
What You Should (and Shouldn't) Do to Your Skin & How to Get Along Better with People at Work
28 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Does having more sex make a couple happier – or is it just that happier couples have more sex? We ...
How Heredity Works in Your Family & How to Create and Deliver the Perfect Apology
24 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Years ago coffee was called “The Think Drink” in a marketing campaign. Those were the golden day...
The Fascinating Role Music Plays in Your Life & How to Harness the New Power of Online Communities
21 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
No one likes getting a shot at the doctor’s office. But there is something you can do to ease the...
The Art and Benefits of Wasting Time & 45 Billionaires Share Their Secrets to Success
17 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
You know what is one of the most common decorating mistakes people make? It is hanging art on the wa...
Fascinating Science of Food and Cooking & What May Be Wrong with Your Mouth and Teeth
14 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
When you have a meeting it is usually sitting down in an office at a table. That just may be one of ...
How to Stop Being Too Nice Without Being a Jerk & Your Relationship with Television
10 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
What is the stronger motivator – reward or punishment? In other words, does hurt more to lose some...
Should You Start Your Own Business? & The Dangers of Medical Myths & Health Misinformation
07 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
What color lipstick makes a woman most attractive? Do women prefer a beard on a man or not? What can...
What Your Stuff Reveals About You & How Your Gut Affects Your Mood
03 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The more decisions you make during the day, the worse you get at it. It’s called “decision fatig...
Why Time Seems to Fly & The Secrets of How Great Teams Work Together
30 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In my house, whenever we turn on the microwave oven in the kitchen – it screws up the Wi-Fi. Why i...
How You Can Be More Powerful & Elastic Thinking: A Better Way to Solve Problems
26 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
When you go grocery shopping it is hard to resist the urge to buy things you know you shouldn’t. T...
How to Be a Better Risk Taker & Mysteries of Science That Affect Your Life
23 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
One way to blow your credibility in any conversation or in anything you write is to misuse or mispro...
How to Sleep Much Better & The Ways Virtual Reality Will Change Your Life
19 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Of course you know better than to talk on your phone while driving – but you should also tell othe...
How to Create Excellence & An Easier Way to Financial Independence
16 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Passengers get kicked off airline flights a lot more than they used to. Do airlines have the right t...
How Things Do (and Don’t) Become Popular & How to Navigate Difficult Social Situations With Ease
12 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
“Eat your veggies – they’re good for you!” Every parent has said that to a child and yet, as...
How Your Money Actually Works & How to Rewire Your Brain for Happiness
09 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
I recently appeared on a different podcast to talk about the evolution and success of Something You ...
The 5 People Who Will Ruin Your Life (If You Let Them) & How to Make Motivation Work For You
05 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Could some freaked-out passenger actually open the door on an airplane in the middle of the flight? ...
Real Truth Vs Fake Truth: How to Tell the Difference & The Science of Failure: Why Things Go Wrong
02 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We have a lot of devices – cellphones, tablets, laptops – and they all need to be charged up con...