The ProBoh Show

In the first part of today's show, we looked at how the hottest dating app in China isn't an app at all — it's a park where parents meet to find matches for their adult children. Then we discussed a new study revealing that intelligence actually peaks much later in life than we once thought, giving hope to late bloomers everywhere.

Today's unpopular opinion was “You don’t owe your family unconditional loyalty.”

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In the first part of today's show, we examined how a massive Amazon outage affected Venmo, Snapchat, Alexa, Reddit, and a significant portion of the internet. Then we discussed a new study that found only a minimal link between smartphone use and adult well-being.

Today's unpopular opinion was that people aren’t more divided than ever before.

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans to name something friends argue about.

In the first part of today's show, we looked at how Gen X is entering its grandparent era, and it’s hitting different. Then we talked about new research suggesting that up to 13% of dementia diagnoses may actually be a treatable condition.

Today's unpopular opinion was “Cancel culture has done more good than harm.”

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans to name something that will get a celebrity cancelled.

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In the first part of today's show, we looked at how scientists studied thousands of fruit flies to understand why and how personality emerges. Later, we discussed a major psychological flaw in the way society punishes people — and what that says about our sense of justice.

Today's unpopular opinion was "Your relationship is nobody else's business."

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans to name the last person they’d g...

In the first part of today’s show, we looked at news that ChatGPT will soon allow erotica for verified adults, as announced by the OpenAI boss. Then we discussed an article asking, “I’m a composer. Am I staring extinction in the face?”, exploring how artificial intelligence could change the future of classical music.

Today’s unpopular opinion was “Being a strong, independent man or woman sucks.”

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In the first part of today’s show, we looked at how “common knowledge” shapes our individual lives and societies, exploring why what everyone knows that everyone knows can influence everything from politics to personal decisions. Then we discussed why your genes are not enough to explain how smart you are — and what new science says about the environment’s role in intelligence.

Today's unpopular opinion was “Not every voice or pers...

In the first part of today’s show, we explored the Loneliness Economy — how, in an age dominated by digital interactions, isolation itself has become profitable. From companionship apps to subscription-based “connection services,” loneliness is no longer just an emotion, but a booming business.

Today’s unpopular opinion was “An instant reply to your message is a courtesy… not a right.”

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 h...

In the first part of today's show, we looked at Pope Leo XIV, who has strongly criticised the use of clickbait in the media, calling it a “degrading” practice that compromises journalistic integrity. Then we discussed how tech billionaires seem to be preparing for doom, and whether we should be worried.

Today's unpopular opinion was that we should all accept the possibility of never finding a partner.

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In the first part of today’s show, we looked at the profound impact of collective illusions on personal and societal well-being. Then we talked about how the sky isn’t falling, but Starlink satellites certainly are.

Today’s unpopular opinion was “being a night owl is better than being an early bird.”

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans to name something that is easier to do at night.

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In the first part of today's show, we looked at how 'veggie burgers' could be banned from EU menus as MEPs push for renaming plant-based foods. Then we discovered that scientists have found a hidden switch in the brain that controls hunger.

Today's unpopular opinion was that AI will cause the end of human supremacy.

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans to name a job that will be replaced by AI.

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In the first part of today's show, we looked at why women live longer than men, with a new study offering clues to close the gap. Then we talked about how growing up changes the way we hear and feel music.

Today's unpopular opinion was "a person’s value is measured by their output, not how nice they are."

In the show's second half, we asked 100 humans to name something employers value over likability.

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In the first part of today's show, we learned that most of your actions are driven by habit, not thought, and why that might actually be a good thing. Then we talked about researchers who issued a warning after observing a concerning shift in animal behaviour: "They start really fighting, like grappling."

Today's unpopular opinion was "Weddings are more stressful than joyful."

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In the first part of today's show, we looked at how AI voices are now indistinguishable from real human voices. Then we talked about Sora 2, which makes us realize the AI future really is here — both wonderful and terrifying.

Today's unpopular opinion was “Work hard, play hard” is an unhealthy life philosophy.

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans to name a profession famous for drinking a lot.

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In the first part of today's show, we looked at Samsung confirming that its $1,800+ fridges will soon start showing you ads. Then we talked about YouTube Music’s new AI host that speaks between songs—and you can’t turn it off.

Today's unpopular opinion was "Living forever would be great."

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans to name a fear immortality wouldn’t fix.

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In the first part of today's show, we looked at the life and legacy of Jane Goodall, the world-renowned chimpanzee researcher and animal advocate, who has passed away at the age of 91. Then we explored new psychology research that reveals a surprising genetic link between higher intelligence and never having sex.

Today's unpopular opinion was "The snooze button ruins your morning."

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 human...

In the first part of today's show, we looked at how in the age of AI, teaching young people to write may not be enough—we must also focus on observation and visual literacy. Then we talked about a groundbreaking scientific achievement: scientists have successfully created working egg cells using DNA from human skin.

Today's unpopular opinion was "breaking up via text/email is the preferable option."

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In the first part of today's show, we looked at the backlash surrounding AI actress Tilly Norwood as her creator defended her as a “new tool” rather than a replacement for human talent. Then we talked about universities in New Zealand giving up on software designed to detect AI in students’ work.

Today's unpopular opinion was "People have forgotten how to mind their own business."

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans...

In the first part of today's show, we looked at the origins of the 'Ostrich Effect,' where researchers have pinpointed the age we begin avoiding information—even when it could help us. Then we discussed Spotify's failed attempt to tackle the flood of AI-generated slop on its platform.

Today's unpopular opinion was "Resumes are a bad job application tool."

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans to name something you sho...

In the first part of today's show, we looked at how young adults are embracing "financial nihilism," diving into risky bets on crypto and stocks as the American dream feels increasingly unattainable. Then we explored the science of defiance, with a psychology researcher explaining why people comply, and how to resist.

Today's unpopular opinion was "Name a skill people have lost because of technology."

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