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AsapSCIENCE

300 episodes

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!

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  1. Everything we know about VAPING just changed

    · 42 min

    On today’s episode, we’re talking about the new research behind vaping nicotine. How vape companies have manipulated users to become more addicted, how vaping can affect your lungs, brain, penis and your ability to be…

  2. The scam artist trying to ruin Toronto

    · 52 min

    On today’s episode, we’re talking about what happens when one of the coolest cities in the world - Toronto, finds itself at the centre of a scam artist who's trying to gain power (Brad Bradford aka Bradford Bradford).…

  3. Your brain on ACID (WE TOOK LSD!)

    · 45 min

    On today’s episode, we’re talking about Acid, LSD and psychedelics! All the science on why it turns people vegetarian, why it trips your brain out and Greg’s recent acid trip… in the name of science! To leave us a…

  4. The Psychology of “Never Enough” (RICH PEOPLE SUCK)

    · 1 h 05 min

    On today’s episode, we’re talking about… MONEY! Why does it feel like it’s never enough?! We get into research on the psychology of financial stress, how money changes people and why rich people are the worst. Also,…

  5. Are human penis sizes shrinking?

    · 52 min

    We’re back! On today’s episode, we are talking about human penis size! What is the actual average? Why are human penises large? Also, we talk about pesticides, DDT and will penises even exist in the future? To leave…

  6. Why bisexual guys are superior, biologically

    · 53 min

    On today’s episode, we discuss Bisexual Men and Bisexuality. Are Bi-Men more evolutionary advanced, the genetic science and social-science behind homosexuality and bisexuality, and the harmful misconceptions around…

  7. The “Number Go Up” Addiction

    · 53 min

    We’re back! On today’s episode, we go in on the most nefarious marketing tactic developed and that is also causing people a lot of stress… 'Number Go Up' addiction. We discuss how counting wins, likes, and even…

  8. Answering more of your unhinged questions!

    · 1 h 08 min

    On today’s episode, we answer your burning questions from the chat line! We get into all things Taylor Swift, The Odyssey, and whether adult camp is possible. Plus, are we in a relationship and of course… Rosalia!…

  9. The new eating disorder secretly destroying men

    · 1 h 00 min

    On today’s episode, we go in on… Bigorexia Nervosa, the body dysmorphia disorder that is on the rise and affecting men globally and also other genders, as well. We discuss the science behind this disorder, how social…

  10. Why music makes sex better

    · 51 min

    On today’s episode, we go in on… what gets us in the mood! Specifically, do we like music on or off during sex, and the scents/smells, and spaces that turn us on. Listen to us debate Greg’s 10-hour sex playlist, what…

  11. BRAIN ROT: The Science of Mindlessly Scrolling

    · 1 h 01 min

    On today’s episode, we go in on BRAIN ROT and what mindless scrolling is doing to our brains, cognitive function and mental health. We also get into the difference between doomscrolling and brain rot and the casino…

  12. Exposing your favourite influencers

    · 56 min

    On today’s episode, we go in on Science Influencers!! We discuss how the culture of influencing has created misinformation, distrust of medical professionals and why you should be skeptical of all online influencers,…

  13. The truth about GAY CRUISING

    · 54 min

    On today’s episode, we go in on Gay Cruising! We discuss everything, from the history of gay male public sex, to the first ever documented gay couple, to male and female gay cruising in the animal kingdom, and the…

  14. Exposing the most corrupt politician in Canadian history

    · 1 h 08 min

    On today’s episode, we go in on DOUG FORD - THE MOST CORRUPT POLITICIAN IN CANADIAN HISTORY, who has been actively destroying our province, our city and our lives. Torontonians and Ontarians, PROTEST Doug Ford and his…

  15. Are we toxic? We took the test!

    · 1 h 15 min

    In today’s Sidenote episode we take the ultimate test to find out… are we toxic? Specifically, are we toxically masculine? UGH! We dive into 10 questions from a recent New Zealand Study that brought up some intense…

  16. Pop culture breakdown: Drake is gay, Couples Therapy, Half Man, Jeff Bezos, Obsession etc.

    · 57 min

    In today’s episode, we get into another pop culture, gay ass conversation about Dr. Orna’s braid to Obsession (the movie) and everything in between, including Drake, Half Man, Bezos rocket explosion and more! To…

  17. Opening up about our biggest insecurity: balding!

    · 48 min

    On today's episode, we get into our biggest insecurity... going bald! We discuss the differences between male and female hair loss, Greg’s hair loss journey from topical treatments to snarky remarks, and we ask the…

  18. Cruise Ships: are they deadly?

    · 53 min

    On today's episode, we get into cruise ships - the logistics of food and visitors, the specifics on disease spread on ships, the environmental risks for our oceans, port towns and finally, a reveal of which one of us…

  19. Greg breaks down his hyperfixation to Mitch for 50 minutes straight

    · 50 min

    On today’s episode, we get into Greg’s hyperfixation... bird watching! We discuss his recent bird-watching trip to Point Pelee, the odd history around birding, the dos and don'ts of being a good birder, and why he…

  20. The Shocking Truth about Red Light Therapy!

    · 49 min

    Today on Sidenote - we get into the shocking hype, data and science around red light therapy for hair loss and skincare. Scam or legit? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  21. Why Do We Kiss?

    · 46 min

    On today's episode, we get into why we kiss, do other species kiss, the history of kissing and how to be a better kisser! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  22. Peptides: influencer scam, or legit science?

    · 44 min

    Peptides are having a moment! We discuss why they are everywhere online, and are they simply an influencer scam or legit science? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  23. LOOKSMAXXING

    · 51 min

    LOOKSMAXXING - what is it and why is it everywhere online right now? Today we get into the harsh reality of this online sub-culture and the science behind why this concept is bad for your body, mental health and…

  24. We got caught in a lie: cheating, Survivor 50, and the psychology of liars

    · 1 h 00 min

    We got caught in a lie. So today we are going to explain the ways we have lied, why Greg can't stop exaggerating and how to spot if someone is cheating. We will also relate it to Mitch's time on Big Brother and to…

  25. Constipation: are we all secretly backed up?

    · 45 min

    Constipation affects millions of people every day, and billions every year. The actual definition of constipation is complicated - and there are crazy ways to find out why you have it. It is linked to fibre, it is…

  26. Nipple Stimulation: why SOME people like it?

    · 42 min

    Nipple sensitivity is a scientific mystery in many ways. There are few studies on it, but the the information that does exist is fascinating. It is more common in women, men and women can be both aroused or turned off…

  27. Buttholes: how the anus made us human

    · 45 min

    Buttholes may be the key to human evolution. It might sound insane, but the need for animals to evolve relied on us being a "tube" - what makes us a tube? Having a mouth and an anus. It turns out our buttholes are…

  28. WE'RE BACK and addressing the rumours ...

    · 50 min

    WE ARE BACK! We took two months off as things were rough. We didn't THINK we were keeping you guessing about the podcast ending, but I guess we were. This week we are ADDRESSING THE RUMOURS, while talking about heated…

  29. Marijuana use, Rosalia's new album, our bickering = THE FINAL Q and A OF THE YEAR :)

    · 48 min

    Today is our final Q and A episode of the year. We like to gossip so it happens today. How is our "decreasing marijuana use" is going ... LOL - we go OFF on the new Rosalia album. We gossip like crazy about influencers…

  30. COVID Vaccines = DECREASED CANCER!?

    · 41 min

    Fascinating new research has found that mRNA vaccines are helping people with cancer live longer! Today we are breaking down the history of mRNA vaccines, why they are SO unbelievably important and fascinating - and of…

  31. How to decrease your phone use!

    · 51 min

    We're all addicted to our phones - but how can we decrease our phone use? Even the word "addiction" could be part of why you are hooked. Today we break down the top scientific backed tips to GET OFF YOUR PHONE! Listen…

  32. GOONING: why are people masturbating for hours at a time?

    · 49 min

    Gooning, a term for someone who masturbates for extremely long periods of time. It has been growing in popularity since 2020, and may be a symptom of our time. There is actually a lot of science about what is going on,…

  33. Is it too late to solve climate change? ft. DAVID SUZUKI

    · 1 h 13 min

    David Suzuki - one of our favourite science communicators and Canadian treasure is ON THE PODCAST! We are talking about the climate crisis, capitalism, how we got to where we are today and what we can do about it.…

  34. Trump vs. Science: are we screwed? ft. Dr. Nikki Maphis

    · 44 min

    Donald Trump's administration is playing out Project 2025 in REAL TIME. It is having horrifying impacts on the science community. He has frozen funding and taken away grants for scientists across America. This is a…

  35. Climate Optimism: the radical shift we need to survive ft. Dr. Shelby Riskin

    · 55 min

    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…

  36. The gayest conversation ever: Taylor Swift reaction, Bad Bunny superbowl, gay halloween etc.

    · 1 h 02 min

    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…

  37. Is AI slowly ruining science? YES - plz listen!

    · 50 min

    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…

  38. How to fall asleep faster!

    · 33 min

    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…

  39. What ACTUALLY Causes Autism? Tylenol, pollutants, screen time ...

    · 44 min

    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…

  40. How Concerts Are Replacing Church: BAD BUNNY REVIEW, LADY GAGA REVIEW, TATE MCRAE REWIEW etc....

    · 59 min

    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,…

  41. Toxic masculinity and the "crisis of male culture" ft. YourFriendKevin

    · 55 min

    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…

  42. HPV: the virus causing cancer in young people

    · 41 min

    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…

  43. Coldplay CEO, Bieber, Zelda Announcement, Wimbledon and more hot gossip!

    · 48 min

    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…

  44. How love hacks your brain: obsession, jealousy and Love Island

    · 51 min

    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:…

  45. Do you actually have consciousness?

    · 48 min

    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…

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

    · 47 min

    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…

  47. Pride 3.0: Grindr epidemic, why gay people exist, semen taste, and MUCH MORE

    · 44 min

    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…

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

    · 47 min

    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,…

  49. The imaginary pill that can cure mental illness

    · 56 min

    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…

  50. The crisis of male sexuality: erectile dysfunction, Cialis and Viagra

    · 46 min

    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…

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