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AsapSCIENCE

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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!

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  1. 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…

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

    · 54 min

    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…

  3. Answering more SPICY QUESTIONS - call in episode 3.0

    · 59 min

    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…

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

    · 54 min

    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…

  5. Bird Watching: start NOW while you still can!

    · 41 min

    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…

  6. Quitting Weed: how to get over an addiction

    · 1 h 02 min

    AsapSCIENCE ANNUAL BIRD WATCHING HIKE - MAY 22nd 6-9 pm: • Registration Portal: https://hpncspecialevents.campbrainregistration.com • Website Event Page: https://highparknaturecentre.com/event/sp25-asapscience/…

  7. Pre-Workout: a popular 'dangerous' supplement?

    · 52 min

    Pre-workout is the most popular supplement amongst young people next to multivitamins. It has creatine, caffeine, and beta alanine which has known to cause skin itching. Today we break down all the science of what is…

  8. Pop culture breakdown: Lady Gaga, Traitors, White Lotus and more

    · 54 min

    Today we are are doing another pop culture breakdown to get y'all caught up. What do we think of Lady Gaga's MAYHEM, did Mitch like the end of Traitors? Is white lotus losing it's magic? Why is King Charles obsessed…

  9. Butt Plugs: why are they so popular and how do they work?

    · 55 min

    Butt plug use is on the rise - and new studies have found out why. Today we talk about what happens when you use a butt plug, why they are so popular and what the risks might be. WE HAD NO IDEA THEY WERE SO POPULAR!…

  10. Is eating fiber the best health hack of all time?

    · 57 min

    Increasing dietary fiber is one of the biggest health trends of right now, but is there any scientific proof as to why we should be consuming more fiber? There are even fiber supplements or brands like Pure For Men…

  11. Who is the top, and who is the bottom?

    · 50 min

    Tomato and peanut butter sandwich, top vers bottom, call in's about cock rings and why are you vomitting? This is our fourth call in episode. We are back to the science next week, but for now PIPING HOT TEA! Hosted on…

  12. Are we becoming parents?!

    · 48 min

    Are we becoming parents? What did we think of the Superbowl half time show? What type of school system is our favourite? TODAY IS A CALL IN EPISODE! To call in an ask us a question go to asapscience.com/chat Hosted…

  13. Cock Rings: why is everyone using them now?

    · 57 min

    Cock rings, tension rings or constriction rings are a "sex toy" that is on the rise in men. More cock rings than ever are being used right now with over 50% of gay and bisexual men currently using them. So why have…

  14. Hemorrhoids: you will likely get one, so what do you do?

    · 49 min

    50 percent of people by the age of 50 will get a hemorrhoid. Millions of people have them around the world - and therefore new treatments are necessary to deal with this annoying disease. Today we talk about what…

  15. We give up! Why things feel so bad right now

    · 1 h 08 min

    The news is horrible right now - or is it? Today we explain why one of us is giving up, and the other is trying to reach into psychology and science to cope - but in the end is there a solution? Trump's inauguration,…

  16. Bird Flu: are we about to face the next pandemic?

    · 51 min

    The bird flu is so close to reaching global pandemic status, that scientists are extremely concerned. The more you understand how this influenza A virus works, the easier it will be to stay safe, calm and prepare for…

  17. Feeling sick? Are 'zinc supplements' the solution?

    · 47 min

    Zinc supplements have been growing in popularity as nutritionist and people online claim it can decrease your chance or getting sick, increase your immune function and even make colds last less long. Is this true?…

  18. Pop culture breakdown!

    · 50 min

    Wicked, Survivor, The Substance, Taylor Swift - we break down all of our opinions on the years hottest topics to end out 2024 with a controversial bang! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  19. Are Bike Lanes Causing Traffic?

    · 52 min

    Bike lanes are a huge controversial issue here in Toronto. Doug Ford is wanting to rip out the bike lanes in Toronto saying it causes traffic, others say the bike lanes decrease traffic and this is just a way for him…

  20. What does creatine do and why is everyone taking it?

    · 1 h 00 min

    Creatine is one of the most studied supplements. It now has new research saying it could help with cognitive decline, aging and even injury recovery. Today we break down all the up to date creatine science to…

  21. Is AI Going To Destroy The Planet?

    · 44 min

    AI is everywhere, but how much water is it consuming? IT IS WORTH IT:?! How much energy is it consuming? THEY'RE TURNING BACK ON THREE MILE ISLAND?! IS THAT A GOOD THING? Today we have an AI freak out. We are going to…

  22. Are we doomed? ... processing the election lol

    · 1 h 06 min

    SOOO, lol, the election happened and we have been spiraling in our own ways. We are going to essentially just have a casual conversation about everything we have learned. It is an intense time - so I am curious if this…

  23. How Magnets Are Changing Your Brains! (NO JOKE)

    · 44 min

    There is a new technology called TMS or Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation. There is another one with the acronym SAINT which is also used to magnetically change your brain and treat things such as depression. It sounds…

  24. Couples Therapy: does it even work? ft. Naomi Ekperigin and Andy Beckerman

    · 51 min

    Couples therapy is all the rage, so much so that comedians Naomi Ekperigin and Andy Beckerman have a whole podcast about it. Today we are interviewing them about when they started couples therapy, we all dish on our…

  25. Who is ready for SEASONAL DEPRESSION? ( The science of seasons )

    · 51 min

    Autumn is HITTING! So today we are talking about how seasons affect the human body. Why do we get depressed in winter? Why do leaves change colour? Why do people have more sex in the summer? How is the climate crisis…

  26. Insane ways to live past 100 years old!

    · 1 h 08 min

    We are in the era of "longevity science". Are there medications that can extend your life and stop you from aging? Rapamycin, canagliflozin, dapagliflozin, empagliflozin, dasatinib, quercentin, ozempic, wegovy or…

  27. Is loneliness killing us all?

    · 59 min

    Are you lonely? This is a question that researchers have been tackling in the last 10 years. Known as the loneliness epidemic, it seems like scientists, and researchers are seeing that loneliness is on the rise, and it…

  28. Incest: what happens when you inbreed?

    · 1 h 00 min

    CONTROVERSIAL SUBJECTS AND THE FACTS CAN BE TENSE - WE ARE ASAPSCIENCE HERE TO MAKE THINGS MAKE SENSE. Inbreeding is weirdly an important concept to understand in biology, so today we break down the history of incest…

  29. Charisma: how to get more of it

    · 1 h 05 min

    Courses on charisma are on the rise. There is a lot of pseudoscience out there about the "science of influence and charisma" so today we are going to break down the REAL studies, and how to actually understand the…

  30. The Throuple Episode! (Fan Questions - PART 2)

    · 1 h 05 min

    Today we continue answering your questions and deciding if officially we are going to enter a throuple. After this episode it is back to our regular weekly schedule of using science to get to the bottom of…

  31. The Science of BRAT SUMMER! (Fan Questions - PART 1)

    · 57 min

    Today we are taking all your questions. We are an open book talking about BRAT SUMMER, Chapell Roan, the science of music, our relationship and all the burning questions you all messaged in to ask us. Hosted on Acast.…

  32. Boobs: why do they exist?

    · 46 min

    The science of breasts. Humans are the only primates that have breasts for LIFE - that sounds weird but you have to listen to music to understand why. Today we are explaining why boobs, tits or KNOCKERS exist, the…

  33. The Male G-Spot: does it exist?

    · 48 min

    Today we are talking about the science of the prostate - and is it in fact the male g-spot? There is a lot of fascinating research about the prostate gland, but honestly not THAT much about it's relation to sexual…

  34. The Annual PRIDE COMEDOWN Episode of 2024

    · 52 min

    Pride just happened and we are about to spill the low energy tea. Every year we divulge after pride, take a few questions and FIGHT because our brains are gone! ENJOY - this one is unique, she's NOT like the rest of…

  35. Post Nut Clarity: does an orgasm cause clear headedness?

    · 46 min

    Today we are talking about "post nut clarity". A term used in a new drake lyric, was popularized on the Call Me Daddy podcast and is meant to explain why some people feel calm and clear headed after an orgasm. We look…

  36. Rejection: why it hurts and how to deal with it

    · 1 h 09 min

    Rejection is extremely common - and the feelings we get surrounding it make total sense. Scientists and psychologists have been studying why it physically hurts, why we have such extreme reactions to rejection and what…

  37. Kegels: can they improve your sex life?

    · 46 min

    Kegels - or pelvic floor exercises have been popular for years now. A lot of the ideas around them tout that they can make your sex life better, they can help with erectile dysfunction, they can help post pregnancy or…

  38. Gay Face: why do so many gay people look similar?

    · 55 min

    Gay face is a real thing. The science is so fascinating as to why it might exist, and much of the research is meant to help understand the biological impacts of being queer. Today we talk about gay face, do we have it,…

  39. Bird Watching Trip: COME BIRD WITH US!

    · 0:55

    Thursday, May 23rd, 2024 at 6:30 pm come meet us at the High Park Nature Centre in Toronto Ontario for a two hour bird walk. Make sure to add us on IG @AsapSCIENCE for updates based on weather etc. I will be there,…

  40. Cults vs. Communes: is it time to join one?

    · 56 min

    Cults are fascinating but dangerous, so is it time to join a commune? Today we talk about the psychology of cults, and why communes may be a separate helpful way to live together and be better for the environment. The…

  41. Saunas: is sweating really that good for you?

    · 1 h 00 min

    Saunas or thermotherapy, is a way of making your body SUPER hot in order to feel better and hopefully have a positive physiological response. The popularity of sauna bathing has increased in recent years, but is there…

  42. The best scientific life hack in the world ... BIRD WATCHING!

    · 1 h 10 min

    Bird watching / ornithology / birding - it has TAKEN THE WORLD BY STORM! More people than ever are doing this activity and for good reason. Today we explain how it will make you happier, how to get started, and the…

  43. Gay Voice: can you tell if someone is gay from their speech? ft. The Fitness Marshall

    · 58 min

    Can you tell if someone is gay from their voice? There is a lot of new research on the 'gay accent' or 'gay voice' - and why it might be that gay men and gay women speak differently than hetero people. The research is…

  44. Is sugar slowly killing you?

    · 1 h 02 min

    Sugar is enemy #1 according to many online doctors - such as Dr. Mark Hyman. So what is going on here, why are we all of a sudden so worried about sweets, the things we enjoy so much. Today we explain the science of…

  45. Intermittent Fasting: is it secretly bad for you?

    · 57 min

    Intermittent fasting has recently come under scrutiny - there is new research that may hint it can KILL YOU! What is going on? We break down the recent research on intermittent fasting, the biochemical mechanisms as to…

  46. How lucid dreaming can unlock your creative potential

    · 52 min

    Lucid Dreaming is something we will all likely do in our lifetime, but there are science backed tips and tricks to make it happen consistently. Today we discuss what lucid dreaming is, how to do it more often and also…

  47. What People Think About Before Death

    · 58 min

    Death - it is something we will all experience. There are some patterns to what people think about, and also to the regrets they have before dying. Today we will talk about how we can change our lives to have LESS…

  48. Throuples: why polyamory is taking over

    · 1 h 01 min

    Throuples, quads, polyamory, polycules, it turns out that non-monogamous relationships are on the rise. It is common now for people to date more than one person, but this trend has existed for thousands of years. Today…

  49. Posture: how to stand up straight

    · 56 min

    Posture is a hot topic online, tons of people are teaching you how to fix it and making money of explaining how to stand up straight. The science is more complicated than that, is there such thing as "good posture"?…

  50. Self-esteem: how to improve it

    · 58 min

    Self-esteem is a complicated psychological marker of how you "feel" about yourself. When it is low it can really affect your life - so today we explain what self-esteem is, how you can improve it and what are the…

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